LG Rumor Reflex (Boost Mobile) vs HMD Skyline (128GB/8GB)

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Side by side comparison between LG Rumor Reflex vs HMD Skyline phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

2/2/2026 4:53 PM, updated: 2/2/2026 5:25 PM

Compare HMD Skyline X LG Rumor Reflex (Boost Mobile) 02Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

3"
TFT

240x400

2
MP

256MB
RAM

Single-core

1000
mAh

(Removable)

31Points HMD Skyline (128GB/8GB) Compare LG Rumor Reflex X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

6.55"
POLED

1080x2400

108
MP

50mp

8GB
RAM

Octa-core

4600
mAh

(Removable)

What's the better phone? HMD Skyline (128GB/8GB)

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!

2 Advantages LG Rumor Reflex (Boost Mobile)	vs	31 Advantages HMD Skyline (128GB/8GB)
+133 grams (4.66 ounces)57% Lighter	vs	209 grams (7.32 ounces)
+3.5mm jackAdvantage Headsets with 3.5mm Jack size are more common and easy to find in stores	vs	Type-C reversible connector
1x 480MHz	vs	+2.4GHz 64bit Octa-core (4nm)9 times More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
256MB	vs	+8GB LPDDR531 times More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
480MB	vs	+128GB (101GB available)214 times More internal storage for applications and files
Until 32GB microSD, microSDHC	vs	+Until 1TB microSD, microSDXC31 times More external storage for files using memory cards
15.2 millimeters (0.6 inches)	vs	+8.9 millimeters (0.35 inches)71% Thinner
TFT LCD	vs	+P-OLEDAdvantage P-OLED display is brighter and more vivid
260 thousand	vs	+16 million61 times More colors on the screen is better quality images and videos
240x400 pixels	vs	+1080x2400 pixels26 times Higher resolution screen
155 PPI	vs	+402 PPI159% Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
3"	vs	+6.55"118% Larger screen
(back) 2MP	vs	+(triple camera) 108MP + 50MP + 13MP88 times Higher resolution main camera
Not supported	vs	+LED flashAdvantage The LED flash helps in dark places or in low light
Only digital zoom	vs	+Digital and optical zoomAdvantage The zoom allows for better focus and approach to take pictures
Not supported	vs	+PDAF: phase detection autofocusAdvantage Best autofocus type for taking pictures
Not supported	vs	+(front) 50MPAdvantage A front-camera is best for taking selfies
QVGA (320x240)	vs	+4K UHD (3840x2160)107 times More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
10 apps	vs	+3500000 apps (Google Play Store)349999 times More apps available to download and use
3G CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A	vs	+5G SA/NSAAdvantage The 5G SA/NSA network is newer and faster
(3G CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A) 2.4 Mbps	vs	+(5G SA/NSA) 2000 Mbps832 times Faster for surfing the internet and download files
Not supported	vs	+Accelerometer, Proximity sensor, Compass, Ambient light sensor, Gyroscope, Barometer, Face unlock 2D, Fingerprint sensor (side-mounted)Advantage Sensors help you use the device
1000 mAh	vs	+4600 mAh4 times Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
Not supported	vs	+Video callingAdvantage The video calling allows to make calls with voice and video
Not supported	vs	+1 slot (Single-SIM) + e-SIM (Eletronic) (dedicated slot)Advantage You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.
Not supported	vs	+Active noise cancellationAdvantage More noise-canceling microphones allow for better quality in calls and audio for recorded videos
Not supported	vs	+FMAdvantage The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general
Not supported	vs	+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6E/6]Advantage WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6E/6] is newer and faster
3.0 + A2DP	vs	+5.2 + A2DP/LEAdvantage Bluetooth 5.2 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster
Not supported	vs	+NFCAdvantage NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely
MicroUSB 2.0	vs	+Type-CAdvantage Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.
Not supported	vs	+Gorilla Glass 3Advantage Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys
Not supported	vs	+IP54 certifiedAdvantage Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example

7 Common items in both devices

Capacitive

Multitouch

Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)

Hands-free calling

Vibrating alert

A-GPS, GeoTagging / A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou

MicroUSB 2.0 / USB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go

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Highlight differences

📱 Model features
	LG Rumor Reflex (Boost Mobile)	HMD Skyline (128GB/8GB)
Change model		Choose the model
Model	Rumor Reflex (Boost Mobile)	Skyline (128GB/8GB)
Other model names	Boost Mobile LG Rumor Reflex LN272, LG Freedom, LG LN272	HMD Skyline (8GB RAM) TA-1600
Country or region available	Canada, USA	(Global, International)
Brand	LG	HMD
Release date	3/29/2012	7/19/2024, Announced: 7/18/2024
Depth	15.2 millimeters (0.6 inches)	8.9 millimeters (0.35 inches)
Size (width x height)	53 x 107 millimeters (2.09 x 4.21 in)	75.66 x 159.84 millimeters (2.98 x 6.29 in)
Weight	133 grams (4.66 ounces)	209 grams (7.32 ounces)
Build, materials	feature not registered	Aluminum frame, glass front/back
Protection against water and others	Not supported	IP54 certified: protection against dust and splashing
📲 Display
	LG Rumor Reflex (Boost Mobile)	HMD Skyline (128GB/8GB)
Display type	TFT LCD	P-OLED
Screen size	3" inches	6.55" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~45.2% (screen-to-body ratio)	~85.6% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	240x400 pixels	1080x2400 pixels (20:9)
Touchscreen	Capacitive Multitouch	Capacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)	155 PPI	402 PPI
Colors	260 thousand	16 million
Scratch-resistant glass	Not supported	Gorilla Glass 3
Refresh rate	feature not registered	144Hz
Display features	feature not registered	1000nits[peak] HDR10
🤖 Operating System
	LG Rumor Reflex (Boost Mobile)	HMD Skyline (128GB/8GB)
System version	Proprietary OS	Android 14
Firmware update	feature not registered	Android 16
User Interface	feature not registered	feature not registered
⚙️ Processor
	LG Rumor Reflex (Boost Mobile)	HMD Skyline (128GB/8GB)
Chipset	feature not registered	64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 (SM7435-AB) (4nm)
CPU	Single-core, 1 processor: 1x 480MHz	Octa-core, 2 processors: 4x 2.4GHz ARM Cortex-A78 (Quad-core) 4x 1.95GHz ARM Cortex-A55 (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controller	feature not registered	Qualcomm Adreno 710 (900MHz)
Performance (benchmark)	feature not registered	AnTuTu: 581402 (v10) Geekbench: 2899 (v6)
💽 Memory and storage
	LG Rumor Reflex (Boost Mobile)	HMD Skyline (128GB/8GB)
RAM memory	256MB	8GB LPDDR5
Internal storage	480MB	128GB (101GB available) UFS 2.2
External storage	Until 32GB microSD, microSDHC (dedicated slot)	Until 1TB microSD, microSDXC (dedicated slot)
📶 Mobile networks
	LG Rumor Reflex (Boost Mobile)	HMD Skyline (128GB/8GB)
Dual-SIM	Not supported	Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card (dedicated slot)
SIM card	Not supported	1 slot (Single-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF) + e-SIM
Maximum Download / Upload	2.4 Mbps	2000/1024 Mbps
Network technology	2G, 3G	2G, 3G, 4G, 5G
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 850/900/1700/1900/2100
Primary 4G network	Not supported	LTE Cat20 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 20, 25, 26, 28, 32, 66, 71) TD-LTE (38, 40, 41) VoLTE
Primary 5G network	Not supported	SA/NSA (1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 25, 28, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 71, 77, 78)
Primary data network	CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA
Secondary 2G network	Not supported	GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Secondary 3G network	Not supported	UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100
Secondary 4G network	Not supported	LTE Cat20 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 20, 25, 26, 28, 32, 66, 71) TD-LTE (38, 40, 41) VoLTE
Secondary data network	Not supported	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA
📷 Camera
	LG Rumor Reflex (Boost Mobile)	HMD Skyline (128GB/8GB)
Back camera (main camera)	2 megapixels	(triple camera) 108 megapixels 50MP telephoto f/2.01/2.76"0.64µmPDAF2x-optical-zoom 13MP ultrawide f/2.51/3"1.12µm
Main camera resolution	1600x1200 pixels	12000x9000 pixels
Video recording (primary)	QVGA (320x240)	4K UHD (3840x2160) 30 fps
Flash	Not supported	LED flash
Focal aperture	feature not registered	f/1.8 (aperture)
Focal length	feature not registered	feature not registered
Sensor size	feature not registered	1/1.67" inches
Pixel size	feature not registered	0.64µm pixel
Autofocus	Not supported	PDAF: phase detection autofocus
Touch focus	feature not registered	Supported
Image stabilization	feature not registered	OIS: Optical stabilization
Zoom	Only digital zoom	Digital and optical zoom
Face/smile detection	feature not registered	Face detection, Smile detection
BSI sensor	feature not registered	Supported
HDR	feature not registered	HDR photo on both cameras
Camera extras	feature not registered	4K@30fps 1080p@30fps
📸 Front camera
	LG Rumor Reflex (Boost Mobile)	HMD Skyline (128GB/8GB)
Front camera (secondary)	Not supported	50 megapixels
Front camera resolution	Not supported	8160x6120 pixels
Video recording (secondary)	Not supported	Full HD (1920x1080)
Front flash	Not supported	Not supported
Focal aperture	feature not registered	f/2.5 (aperture)
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 Rumor Reflex (Boost Mobile)	HMD Skyline (128GB/8GB)
Loudspeaker	Supported	Stereo sound with dual speakers OZO audio
Active noise cancellation	Not supported	2 microphones
Radio	Not supported	FM
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	MP4, H.264	MP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV
Audio formats	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC
🔌 Connectivity
	LG Rumor Reflex (Boost Mobile)	HMD Skyline (128GB/8GB)
USB	MicroUSB 2.0	USB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go
Audio output	3.5mm jack	Type-C reversible connector
TV output	Not supported	USB Type-C (reversible)
Bluetooth	3.0 + A2DP	5.2 + A2DP/LE
WiFi	Not supported	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6E/6] (2.4GHz, 5GHz, 6GHz) + MIMO WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNA	feature not registered	Not supported
GPS	A-GPS, GeoTagging	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou
NFC	Not supported	Supported
Infrared port	feature not registered	Not supported
🧭 Sensors
	LG Rumor Reflex (Boost Mobile)	HMD Skyline (128GB/8GB)
Sensors	Not supported	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Barometer Compass Face unlock 2D Fingerprint sensor (side-mounted) Gyroscope Proximity sensor
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	LG Rumor Reflex (Boost Mobile)	HMD Skyline (128GB/8GB)
Battery type	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable) HBA4633AA
Battery capacity	1000 mAh	4600 mAh
Charger, watts	Wired charging	33W Wired fast charging Reverse charging by cable USB Power Delivery 3.0
Inductive / wireless charging	feature not registered	15W Qi2 wireless charging 5W Reverse wireless charging
Talk time autonomy	5.3 hours	feature not registered
Standby	250 hours (10.4 days)	feature not registered
➕ Other features
	LG Rumor Reflex (Boost Mobile)	HMD Skyline (128GB/8GB)
Call control	Voice dialing, Voice recorder	Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands
Messaging	SMS, MMS, E-mail	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free calling	Supported	Supported
Video calling	Not supported	Supported
Ringtones	Polyphonic and customized	Polyphonic and customized
Web browser	feature not registered	HTML, XHTML, HTML5
Antenna	Internal antenna	Internal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboard	Retractable QWERTY keyboard	Not supported
Miscellaneous	• Colors: Titan Grey	• Colors: Twisted Black, Blue Topaz, Neon Pink
☢️ Radiation rate
	LG Rumor Reflex (Boost Mobile)	HMD Skyline (128GB/8GB)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)	feature not registered	feature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)	feature not registered	feature not registered