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LG Optimus 2X (P990) vs Alcatel One Touch Fire (4012X)

Side by side comparison between LG Optimus 2X vs Alcatel One Touch Fire phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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4"
IPS

480x800

8
MP

1.3mp

512MB
RAM

Dual-core

1500
mAh

(Removable)

vs
03Points Alcatel One Touch Fire (4012X) Compare LG Optimus 2X X
3.5"
TFT

320x480

3.1
MP
256MB
RAM

Single-core

1400
mAh

(Removable)

What's the better phone? LG Optimus 2X (P990)

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!

Optimus 2X (P990)} 23 Advantages LG Optimus 2X (P990) vs One Touch Fire (4012X)} 3 Advantages Alcatel One Touch Fire (4012X)
+1GHz 32bit Dual-core14%
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
vs1GHz 32bit Single-core (45nm)
+512MB LPDDR2100%
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
vs256MB LPDDR
+8GB (6GB available)37 times
More internal storage for applications and files
vs512MB (160MB available)
+10.9 millimeters (0.43 inches)12%
Thinner
vs12.2 millimeters (0.48 inches)
+TFT IPS LCDAdvantage
TFT IPS LCD display is brighter and more vivid
vsTFT LCD
+16 million61 times
More colors on the screen is better quality images and videos
vs260 thousand
+480x800 pixels150%
Higher resolution screen
vs320x480 pixels
+233 PPI41%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
vs165 PPI
+4"14%
Larger screen
vs3.5"
+(back) 8MP154%
Higher resolution main camera
vs(back) 3.1MP
+LED flashAdvantage
The LED flash helps in dark places or in low light
vsNot supported
+AutofocusAdvantage
Best autofocus type for taking pictures
vsNot supported
+(front) 1.3MPAdvantage
A front-camera is best for taking selfies
vsNot supported
+Full HD (1920x1080)6 times
More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
vsVGA (640x480)
+3500000 apps (Google Play Store)3499 times
More apps available to download and use
vs1000 apps (Firefox Marketplace)
+MultitouchAdvantage
Better touch type. Multitouch allows to use more fingers at the same time.
vsSingle
+CompassAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+GyroscopeAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+1500 mAh7%
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
vs1400 mAh
+Video callingAdvantage
The video calling allows to make calls with voice and video
vsNot supported
+Micro HDMI Type DAdvantage
The TV-output lets you use your device on TV by cable
vsNot supported
+DLNAAdvantage
With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.
vsNot supported
+Gorilla GlassAdvantage
Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys
vsNot supported
139 grams (4.87 ounces)vs+108 grams (3.78 ounces)29%
Lighter
2.1 + A2DPvs+3.0Advantage
Bluetooth 3.0 is newer and faster
HTML, XHTML, Flash playervs+HTML, XHTML, HTML5Advantage
Better sites viewing on the internet

16 Common items in both devices
Until 32GB microSD, microSDHC
Only digital zoom
3G HSUPA
7.2 Mbps
Capacitive
Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
+9 specs and more in the table below

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📱 Model features

LG Optimus 2X (P990)Alcatel Fire (4012X)
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ModelOptimus 2X (P990)One Touch Fire (4012X)
Other model namesLG Optimus 2X Dual, LG P990H, LG StarAlcatel Firefox OT-4012X
Country or region available(Global, International)
(Global, International)
(Global, International)
(Global, International)
BrandLGAlcatel
Release date1/24/20116/1/2013, Announced: 2/1/2013
Depth10.9 millimeters (0.43 inches)12.2 millimeters (0.48 inches)
Size (width x height)63.2 x 123.9 millimeters (2.49 x 4.88 in)62.3 x 115 millimeters (2.45 x 4.53 in)
Weight139 grams (4.87 ounces)108 grams (3.78 ounces)
Build, materialsfeature not registeredPlastic body, glass front
Protection against water and othersNot supportedNot supported

📲 Display

LG Optimus 2X (P990)Alcatel Fire (4012X)
Display typeTFT IPS LCDTFT LCD
Screen size4" inches3.5" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~58.2% (screen-to-body ratio)~50.9% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution480x800 pixels320x480 pixels (3:2)
TouchscreenCapacitive MultitouchCapacitive Single touch 1-point
Pixel density (dot pitch)233 PPI165 PPI
Colors16 million260 thousand
Scratch-resistant glassGorilla GlassNot supported
Refresh ratefeature not registered60Hz
Display featuresfeature not registeredNot supported

🤖 Operating System

LG Optimus 2X (P990)Alcatel Fire (4012X)
System versionAndroid 2.2.1 FroyoFirefox OS 1.0
Firmware updateAndroid 4.0.4 Ice Cream Sandwich ICSFirefox OS 1.1
User Interfacefeature not registeredfeature not registered

⚙️ Processor

LG Optimus 2X (P990)Alcatel Fire (4012X)
Chipset32bit: NVIDIA Tegra 2 250 AP20H32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon S1 (MSM7227A) (45nm)
CPUDual-core, 1 processor:
2x 1GHz ARM Cortex-A9 (Dual-core)
Single-core, 1 processor:
1x 1GHz ARM Cortex-A5 (Single-core)
GPU graphical controllerULP NVIDIA GeForceQualcomm Adreno 200 (245MHz)
Performance (benchmark)feature not registeredfeature not registered

💽 Memory and storage

LG Optimus 2X (P990)Alcatel Fire (4012X)
RAM memory512MB LPDDR2256MB LPDDR
Internal storage8GB (6GB available)512MB (160MB available)
External storageUntil 32GB microSD, microSDHC
(dedicated slot)
Until 32GB microSD, microSDHC
(dedicated slot)

📶 Mobile networks

LG Optimus 2X (P990)Alcatel Fire (4012X)
Dual-SIMNot supportedNot supported
SIM card1 slot (Single-SIM)
Standard mini-SIM (2FF)
1 slot (Single-SIM)
Standard mini-SIM (2FF)
Maximum Download / Upload7.2/5.76 Mbps7.2/5.76 Mbps
Network technology2G, 3G2G, 3G
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 850/1900/2100UMTS 900/2100
Primary 4G networkNot supportedNot supported
Primary 5G networkNot supportedNot supported
Primary data networkGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPAGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA
Secondary 2G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary 3G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary 4G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary data networkNot supportedNot supported

📷 Camera

LG Optimus 2X (P990)Alcatel Fire (4012X)
Back camera (main camera)8 megapixels3.1 megapixels
Main camera resolution3264x2448 pixels2048x1536 pixels
Video recording (primary)Full HD (1920x1080) 24 fpsVGA (640x480) 30 fps
FlashLED flashNot 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
AutofocusAutofocusNot supported
Touch focusSupportedNot supported
Image stabilizationfeature not registeredEIS: Digital stabilization
ZoomOnly digital zoomOnly digital zoom
Face/smile detectionFace detection, Smile detectionNot supported
BSI sensorNot supportedNot supported
HDRNot supportedNot supported
Camera extrasfeature not registeredfeature not registered

📸 Front camera

LG Optimus 2X (P990)Alcatel Fire (4012X)
Front camera (secondary)1.3 megapixelsNot supported
Front camera resolution1280x1024 pixelsNot supported
Video recording (secondary)VGA (640x480)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 Optimus 2X (P990)Alcatel Fire (4012X)
LoudspeakerSupportedMono sound (not stereo)
Active noise cancellationNot supportedNot supported
RadioFM (RDS)FM (RDS)
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, DivX, XviD, H.263, H.264, WMVMP4, H.264
Audio formatsMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+MP3, WAV, AAC+, OGG

🔌 Connectivity

LG Optimus 2X (P990)Alcatel Fire (4012X)
USBMicroUSB 2.0MicroUSB 2.0
Audio output3.5mm jack3.5mm jack
TV outputMicro HDMI Type DNot supported
Bluetooth2.1 + A2DP3.0
WiFi802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz)802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz)
WiFi hotspot
DLNASupportedNot supported
GPSA-GPS, GeoTaggingA-GPS, GeoTagging
NFCNot supportedNot supported
Infrared portNot supportedNot supported

🧭 Sensors

LG Optimus 2X (P990)Alcatel Fire (4012X)
SensorsAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Compass
Gyroscope
Proximity sensor
Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Proximity sensor
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

🔋 Battery

LG Optimus 2X (P990)Alcatel Fire (4012X)
Battery typeLi-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)
TLi014A1
Battery capacity1500 mAh1400 mAh
Charger, wattsWired chargingWired charging
Inductive / wireless chargingfeature not registeredNot supported
Talk time autonomy7.9 hours3 hours
Standby400 hours (16.7 days)220 hours (9.2 days)

➕ Other features

LG Optimus 2X (P990)Alcatel Fire (4012X)
Call controlVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commandsVoice recorder
MessagingSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mailSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail
Hands-free callingSupportedSupported
Video callingSupportedNot supported
RingtonesPolyphonic and customizedPolyphonic and customized
Web browserHTML, XHTML, Flash playerHTML, XHTML, HTML5
AntennaInternal antennaInternal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboardNot supportedNot supported
Miscellaneous• Colors: Black
• NVIDIA Tegra Zone
• WiFi hotspot
Java framework
• Colors: Orange, Green, White
• Firefox browser

☢️ Radiation rate

LG Optimus 2X (P990)Alcatel Fire (4012X)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)feature not registeredfeature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)feature not registered1.16W/kg (head), 1.18W/kg (body)
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