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LG Maximo True HD (LTE P936) vs Palm Pre (GSM)

Side by side comparison between LG Maximo True HD vs Palm Pre phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare Palm Pre X LG Maximo True HD (LTE P936) 27Points
4.5"
IPS

720x1280

8
MP

1.2mp

1GB
RAM

Dual-core

1830
mAh

(Removable)

vs
3.1"
TFT

320x480

3.1
MP
256MB
RAM

Single-core

1150
mAh

(Removable)

What's the better phone? LG Maximo True HD (LTE P936)

The phonemore's choice is much more technical than personal. Therefore, you shouldn't only consider this. Our goal is to help you, but what's important to us may not be important to you. You decide which one is the best! Comment!

Maximo True HD (LTE P936)} 27 Advantages LG Maximo True HD (LTE P936) vs Pre (GSM)} 1 Advantage Palm Pre (GSM)
+1.5GHz 32bit Dual-core (45nm)2 times
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
vs600MHz 32bit Single-core (65nm)
+1GB LPDDR23 times
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
vs256MB SDRAM
+Until 32GB microSD, microSDHCAdvantage
More external storage for files using memory cards
vsNot supported
+10.48 millimeters (0.41 inches)62%
Thinner
vs16.95 millimeters (0.67 inches)
+TFT IPS LCDAdvantage
TFT IPS LCD display is brighter and more vivid
vsTFT LCD
+720x1280 pixels5 times
Higher resolution screen
vs320x480 pixels
+326 PPI75%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
vs186 PPI
+4.5"45%
Larger screen
vs3.1"
+(back) 8MP154%
Higher resolution main camera
vs(back) 3.1MP
+Only digital zoomAdvantage
The zoom allows for better focus and approach to take pictures
vsNot supported
+AutofocusAdvantage
Best autofocus type for taking pictures
vsNot supported
+EIS: Digital stabilizationAdvantage
Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video
vsNot supported
+(front) 1.2MPAdvantage
A front-camera is best for taking selfies
vsNot supported
+Full HD (1920x1080)81 times
More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
vsQCIF (176x144)
+3500000 apps (Google Play Store)582 times
More apps available to download and use
vs6000 apps (Palm App Catalog)
+4G LTEAdvantage
The 4G LTE network is newer and faster
vs3G HSDPA
+(4G LTE) 100 Mbps27 times
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
vs(3G HSDPA) 3.6 Mbps
+CompassAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+GyroscopeAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+1830 mAh59%
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
vs1150 mAh
+Video callingAdvantage
The video calling allows to make calls with voice and video
vsNot supported
+2 microphones100%
More noise-canceling microphones allow for better quality in calls and audio for recorded videos
vs1 microphone
+Digital TVAdvantage
Watch your favorite TV shows anywhere
vsNot supported
+Micro-B USB MHLAdvantage
The TV-output lets you use your device on TV by cable
vsNot supported
+802.11 b/g/n [wifi4]Advantage
WiFi 802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] is newer and faster
vs802.11 b/g [wifi3]
+DLNAAdvantage
With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.
vsNot supported
+3.0 + A2DPAdvantage
Bluetooth 3.0 + A2DP is newer and faster
vs2.1 + A2DP
4GB (2GB available)vs+8GB3 times
More internal storage for applications and files

15 Common items in both devices
135 grams (4.73 ounces)
Plastic body, glass front / Plastic body
16 million
LED flash
Capacitive
Multitouch
Accelerometer
+8 specs and more in the table below

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📱 Model features

LG Maximo True HD (LTE P936)Palm Pre (GSM)
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ModelMaximo True HD (LTE P936)Pre (GSM)
Other model namesLG Optimus True HD LTE, LG-P936, LGP936Palm Pre GSM, Palm Pre 1, Palm Castle G
Country or region availablePortugal
Portugal
(Global, International)
(Global, International)
BrandLGPalm
Release date5/1/201210/13/2009, Announced: 6/6/2009
Depth10.48 millimeters (0.41 inches)16.95 millimeters (0.67 inches)
Size (width x height)67.9 x 132.9 millimeters (2.67 x 5.23 in)59.57 x 100.53 millimeters (2.35 x 3.96 in)
Weight135 grams (4.73 ounces)135 grams (4.73 ounces)
Build, materialsPlastic body, glass frontPlastic body
Protection against water and othersNot supportedNot supported

📲 Display

LG Maximo True HD (LTE P936)Palm Pre (GSM)
Display typeTFT IPS LCDTFT LCD
Screen size4.5" inches3.1" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~61.9% (screen-to-body ratio)~47.8% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution720x1280 pixels320x480 pixels
TouchscreenCapacitive MultitouchCapacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)326 PPI186 PPI
Colors16 million16 million
Scratch-resistant glassNot supportedNot supported
Refresh rate60Hzfeature not registered
Display featuresNot supportedNot supported

🤖 Operating System

LG Maximo True HD (LTE P936)Palm Pre (GSM)
System versionAndroid 2.3.6 GingerbreadPalm webOS 1.0
Firmware updatefeature not registeredfeature not registered
User InterfaceLG Optimus 2.0 Gesture UIfeature not registered

⚙️ Processor

LG Maximo True HD (LTE P936)Palm Pre (GSM)
Chipset32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon S3 (APQ8060) (45nm)32bit: Texas Instruments OMAP 3430 (65nm)
CPUDual-core, 1 processor:
2x 1.5GHz Scorpion (Dual-core)
Single-core, 1 processor:
1x 600MHz ARM Cortex-A8 (Single-core)
GPU graphical controllerQualcomm Adreno 220 (266MHz)PowerVR SGX530 MP1
Performance (benchmark)feature not registeredfeature not registered

💽 Memory and storage

LG Maximo True HD (LTE P936)Palm Pre (GSM)
RAM memory1GB LPDDR2256MB SDRAM
Internal storage4GB (2GB available)8GB
External storageUntil 32GB microSD, microSDHC
(dedicated slot)
Not supported

📶 Mobile networks

LG Maximo True HD (LTE P936)Palm Pre (GSM)
Dual-SIMNot supportedNot supported
SIM card1 slot (Single-SIM)
Standard mini-SIM (2FF)
1 slot (Single-SIM)
Standard mini-SIM (2FF)
Maximum Download / Upload100/50 Mbps3.6 Mbps
Network technology2G, 3G, 4G2G
Frequency, bands Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz bandQuad-Band 850/900/1800/1900Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G networkGSM 850/900/1800/1900GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G networkUMTS 900/2100Not supported
Primary 4G networkLTE Cat3 (3, 7, 20)Not supported
Primary 5G networkNot supportedNot supported
Primary data networkGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, LTECSD, GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA
Secondary 2G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary 3G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary 4G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary data networkNot supportedNot supported

📷 Camera

LG Maximo True HD (LTE P936)Palm Pre (GSM)
Back camera (main camera)8 megapixels3.1 megapixels
Main camera resolution3264x2448 pixels2048x1536 pixels
Video recording (primary)Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fpsQCIF (176x144)
FlashLED flashLED flash
Focal aperturefeature not registeredfeature not registered
Focal lengthfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Sensor sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered
Pixel sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered
AutofocusAutofocusNot supported
Touch focusSupportedNot supported
Image stabilizationEIS: Digital stabilizationNot supported
ZoomOnly digital zoomNot supported
Face/smile detectionFace detectionNot supported
BSI sensorNot supportedNot supported
HDRNot supportedNot supported
Camera extrasfeature not registeredfeature not registered

📸 Front camera

LG Maximo True HD (LTE P936)Palm Pre (GSM)
Front camera (secondary)1.2 megapixelsNot supported
Front camera resolution1280x960 pixelsNot supported
Video recording (secondary)HD (1280x720)Not supported
Front flashNot supportedNot supported
Focal aperturefeature not registeredfeature not registered
Focal lengthfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Sensor sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered
Pixel sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered

🔉 Sound and multimedia

LG Maximo True HD (LTE P936)Palm Pre (GSM)
LoudspeakerSupportedMono sound (not stereo)
Active noise cancellation2 microphones1 microphone
RadioNot supportedNot supported
TVDigital TVNot supported
Video formatsMP4, H.264, H.263, DivX, XviDMP4, H.264, H.263
Audio formatsMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+MP3, WAV, eAAC+

🔌 Connectivity

LG Maximo True HD (LTE P936)Palm Pre (GSM)
USBMicroUSB 2.0MicroUSB 2.0
Audio output3.5mm jack3.5mm jack
TV outputMicro-B USB MHLNot supported
Bluetooth3.0 + A2DP2.1 + A2DP
WiFi802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz)
WiFi Direct, hotspot
802.11 b/g [wifi3] (2.4GHz)
DLNASupportedNot supported
GPSA-GPS, GeoTaggingGPS
NFCNot supportedNot supported
Infrared portNot supportedNot supported

🧭 Sensors

LG Maximo True HD (LTE P936)Palm Pre (GSM)
SensorsAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Compass
Gyroscope
Proximity sensor
Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Proximity sensor
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

🔋 Battery

LG Maximo True HD (LTE P936)Palm Pre (GSM)
Battery typeLi-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)
BL-49KH
Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)
BP1
Battery capacity1830 mAh1150 mAh
Charger, wattsWired chargingWired charging
Inductive / wireless chargingNot supportedNot supported
Talk time autonomy4 hours5 hours
Standby250 hours (10.4 days)200 hours (8.3 days)

➕ Other features

LG Maximo True HD (LTE P936)Palm Pre (GSM)
Call controlVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commandsVoice dialing, Voice recorder
MessagingSMS (Swype), MMS, E-mail, Push mailSMS, MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free callingSupportedSupported
Video callingSupportedNot supported
RingtonesPolyphonic and customizedPolyphonic and customized
Web browserHTML, XHTML, Flash playerfeature not registered
AntennaInternal antennaInternal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboardNot supportedRetractable QWERTY keyboard
Miscellaneous• Colors: Black
• 16GB microSD included
• T-DMB TV (doesn't work in America)
• Java framework
• Colors: Black
• Palm Touchstone charging dock compliant
• Microsoft Office 2007
• Java framework

☢️ Radiation rate

LG Maximo True HD (LTE P936)Palm Pre (GSM)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)feature not registeredfeature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)feature not registeredfeature not registered
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