LG Optimus S (LS670) vs Apple iPhone 3GS (16GB)

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Side by side comparison between LG Optimus S vs Apple iPhone 3GS phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

2/18/2013 8:00 PM, updated: 6/19/2025 2:19 PM

Compare Apple iPhone 3GS X LG Optimus S (LS670) 08Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

3.2"
TFT

320x480

3.1
MP

512MB
RAM

Single-core

1500
mAh

(Removable)

07Points Apple iPhone 3GS (16GB) Compare LG Optimus S X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

3.5"
TFT

320x480

3.1
MP

256MB
RAM

Single-core

1219
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? LG Optimus S (LS670)

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8 Advantages LG Optimus S (LS670)	vs	7 Advantages Apple iPhone 3GS (16GB)
+512MB100% More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.	vs	256MB SDRAM
+Until 32GB microSD, microSDHCAdvantage More external storage for files using memory cards	vs	Not supported
+130 grams (4.55 ounces)4% Lighter	vs	135 grams (4.73 ounces)
+180 PPI9% Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)	vs	165 PPI
+Only digital zoomAdvantage The zoom allows for better focus and approach to take pictures	vs	Not supported
+3500000 apps (Google Play Store)52% More apps available to download and use	vs	2300000 apps (App Store)
+1500 mAh23% Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use	vs	1219 mAh
+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage Removable battery can be replaced easily	vs	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
512MB (140MB available)	vs	+16GB (14GB available)101 times More internal storage for applications and files
13.2 millimeters (0.52 inches)	vs	+12.3 millimeters (0.48 inches)7% Thinner
3.2"	vs	+3.5"9% Larger screen
3G CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A	vs	+3G HSDPAAdvantage The 3G HSDPA network is newer and faster
(3G CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A) 0.153 Mbps	vs	+(3G HSDPA) 7.2 Mbps46 times Faster for surfing the internet and download files
Not supported	vs	+Proprietary TV-outAdvantage The TV-output lets you use your device on TV by cable
Not supported	vs	+Gorilla GlassAdvantage Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys

20 Common items in both devices

600MHz 32bit Single-core

TFT LCD

16 million

320x480 pixels

(back) 3.1MP

Autofocus

VGA (640x480)

+13 specs and more in the table below

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📱 Model features
	LG Optimus S (LS670)	iPhone 3GS (16GB)
Change model		Choose the model
Model	Optimus S (LS670)	iPhone 3GS (16GB)
Other model names	Sprint LG Optimus S LS670, LG LS670	Apple iPhone 3GS
Country or region available	USA	(Global, International)
Brand	LG	Apple
Release date	11/8/2010	6/19/2009, Announced: 4/13/2012
Depth	13.2 millimeters (0.52 inches)	12.3 millimeters (0.48 inches)
Size (width x height)	58.9 x 113.5 millimeters (2.32 x 4.47 in)	62.1 x 115.5 millimeters (2.44 x 4.55 in)
Weight	130 grams (4.55 ounces)	135 grams (4.73 ounces)
Build, materials	feature not registered	Plastic body, glass front
Protection against water and others	Not supported	Not supported
📲 Display
	LG Optimus S (LS670)	iPhone 3GS (16GB)
Display type	TFT LCD	TFT LCD
Screen size	3.2" inches	3.5" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~45.6% (screen-to-body ratio)	~50.9% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	320x480 pixels	320x480 pixels (3:2)
Touchscreen	Capacitive Multitouch	Capacitive Multitouch 5-points
Pixel density (dot pitch)	180 PPI	165 PPI
Colors	16 million	16 million
Scratch-resistant glass	Not supported	Gorilla Glass
Refresh rate	feature not registered	60Hz
Display features	feature not registered	Not supported
🤖 Operating System
	LG Optimus S (LS670)	iPhone 3GS (16GB)
System version	Android 2.2.2 Froyo	iOS 3.0
Firmware update	Android 2.3.3 Gingerbread	iOS 6.0
User Interface	feature not registered	feature not registered
⚙️ Processor
	LG Optimus S (LS670)	iPhone 3GS (16GB)
Chipset	32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon S1 MSM7627	32bit: Samsung S5PC100
CPU	Single-core, 1 processor: 1x 600MHz ARM1136EJ-S (Single-core)	Single-core, 1 processor: 1x 600MHz ARM Cortex-A8 (Single-core)
GPU graphical controller	Qualcomm Adreno 200	PowerVR SGX535
Performance (benchmark)	feature not registered	feature not registered
💽 Memory and storage
	LG Optimus S (LS670)	iPhone 3GS (16GB)
RAM memory	512MB	256MB SDRAM
Internal storage	512MB (140MB available)	16GB (14GB available) Flash (EEPROM)
External storage	Until 32GB microSD, microSDHC (dedicated slot)	Not supported
📶 Mobile networks
	LG Optimus S (LS670)	iPhone 3GS (16GB)
Dual-SIM	Not supported	Not supported
SIM card	Not supported	1 slot (Single-SIM) micro-SIM (3FF)
Maximum Download / Upload	0.153 Mbps	7.2 Mbps
Network technology	2G, 3G	2G, 3G
Frequency, bands	Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz band	Not supported	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G network	CDMA 800/1900	GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G network	CDMA2000 1xEV-DO	UMTS 850/1900/2100
Primary 4G network	Not supported	Not supported
Primary 5G network	Not supported	Not supported
Primary data network	CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A	CSD, GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA
Secondary 2G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary 3G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary 4G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary data network	Not supported	Not supported
📷 Camera
	LG Optimus S (LS670)	iPhone 3GS (16GB)
Back camera (main camera)	3.1 megapixels	3.1 megapixels
Main camera resolution	2048x1536 pixels	2048x1536 pixels
Video recording (primary)	VGA (640x480) 15 fps	VGA (640x480) 30 fps
Flash	Not supported	Not supported
Focal aperture	feature not registered	feature not registered
Focal length	feature not registered	feature not registered
Sensor size	feature not registered	feature not registered
Pixel size	feature not registered	feature not registered
Autofocus	Autofocus	Autofocus
Touch focus	feature not registered	Supported
Image stabilization	feature not registered	Not supported
Zoom	Only digital zoom	Not supported
Face/smile detection	Face detection	Not supported
BSI sensor	feature not registered	Not supported
HDR	feature not registered	Not supported
Camera extras	feature not registered	feature not registered
📸 Front camera
	LG Optimus S (LS670)	iPhone 3GS (16GB)
Front camera (secondary)	Not supported	Not supported
Front camera resolution	Not supported	Not supported
Video recording (secondary)	Not supported	Not supported
Front flash	Not supported	Not supported
Focal aperture	feature not registered	feature not registered
Focal length	feature not registered	feature not registered
Sensor size	feature not registered	feature not registered
Pixel size	feature not registered	feature not registered
🔉 Sound and multimedia
	LG Optimus S (LS670)	iPhone 3GS (16GB)
Loudspeaker	Supported	Mono sound (not stereo)
Active noise cancellation	feature not registered	1 microphone
Radio	Not supported	Not supported
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	MP4, DivX, XviD, H.263, H.264, WMV	MPEG4, MOV
Audio formats	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+	MP3
🔌 Connectivity
	LG Optimus S (LS670)	iPhone 3GS (16GB)
USB	MicroUSB 2.0	USB 2.0 proprietary connector
Audio output	3.5mm jack	3.5mm jack
TV output	Not supported	Proprietary TV-out
Bluetooth	2.1 + A2DP	2.1 + A2DP
WiFi	802.11 b/g [wifi3] (2.4GHz)	802.11 b/g [wifi3] (2.4GHz)
DLNA	feature not registered	Not supported
GPS	A-GPS, GeoTagging	A-GPS, GeoTagging
NFC	Not supported	Not supported
Infrared port	feature not registered	Not supported
🧭 Sensors
	LG Optimus S (LS670)	iPhone 3GS (16GB)
Sensors	Accelerometer Compass Proximity sensor	Accelerometer Compass Proximity sensor
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	LG Optimus S (LS670)	iPhone 3GS (16GB)
Battery type	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable) LGIP-400N	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable) 616-0435
Battery capacity	1500 mAh	1219 mAh
Charger, watts	Wired charging	5W (5V/1A) Wired charging
Inductive / wireless charging	feature not registered	Not supported
Talk time autonomy	5 hours	11.7 hours
Standby	200 hours (8.3 days)	300 hours (12.5 days)
➕ Other features
	LG Optimus S (LS670)	iPhone 3GS (16GB)
Call control	Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands	Voice recorder, Voice commands
Messaging	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail	SMS, MMS, E-mail
Hands-free calling	Supported	Supported
Video calling	Not supported	Not supported
Ringtones	Polyphonic and customized	Polyphonic and customized with tutorial
Web browser	HTML, XHTML	HTML, XHTML
Antenna	Internal antenna	Internal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboard	Not supported	Not supported
Miscellaneous	• Colors: Gray • 2GB microSD included • LG 3Way Sync • HAC (M4/T4) • WiFi hotspot Java framework	• Colors: Black, White • Audio/video player • Image editor iCloud service • Google Maps • Twitter
☢️ Radiation rate
	LG Optimus S (LS670)	iPhone 3GS (16GB)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)	feature not registered	0.26W/kg (head), 0.79W/kg (body)
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)	feature not registered	0.45W/kg (head), 0.4W/kg (body)

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LG Optimus S (LS670) vs Apple iPhone 3GS (16GB)

Side by side comparison between LG Optimus S vs Apple iPhone 3GS phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

What's the better phone? LG Optimus S (LS670)

📱 Model features

📲 Display

🤖 Operating System

⚙️ Processor

💽 Memory and storage

📶 Mobile networks

📷 Camera

📸 Front camera

🔉 Sound and multimedia

🔌 Connectivity

🧭 Sensors

🔋 Battery

➕ Other features

☢️ Radiation rate