Motorola DROID Turbo (32GB Ballistic) vs LG Optimus Link (P690)

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Side by side comparison between Motorola Droid Turbo vs LG Optimus Link phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

5/21/2017 10:09 PM, updated: 11/3/2021 9:50 AM

Compare LG Optimus Link X Motorola DROID Turbo (32GB Ballistic) 32Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

5.2"
AMOLED

1440x2560

20.7
MP

2.1mp

3GB
RAM

Quad-core

3900
mAh

(Non removable)

04Points LG Optimus Link (P690) Compare Motorola Droid Turbo X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

3.2"
TFT

320x480

3.1
MP

512MB
RAM

Single-core

1500
mAh

(Removable)

What's the better phone? Motorola DROID Turbo (32GB Ballistic)

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!

32 Advantages Motorola DROID Turbo (32GB Ballistic)	vs	4 Advantages LG Optimus Link (P690)
+2.7GHz 32bit Quad-core4 times More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster	vs	800MHz 32bit Single-core (65nm)
+3GB LPDDR35 times More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.	vs	512MB LPDDR
+32GB (22GB available)149 times More internal storage for applications and files	vs	512MB (150MB available)
+11.2 millimeters (0.44 inches)8% Thinner	vs	12.1 millimeters (0.48 inches)
+Super AMOLEDAdvantage Super AMOLED display is brighter and more vivid	vs	TFT LCD
+16 million61 times More colors on the screen is better quality images and videos	vs	260 thousand
+1440x2560 pixels23 times Higher resolution screen	vs	320x480 pixels
+565 PPI2 times Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)	vs	180 PPI
+5.2"62% Larger screen	vs	3.2"
+(back) 20.7MP6 times Higher resolution main camera	vs	(back) 3.1MP
+Dual-LED flashAdvantage The Dual-LED flash helps in dark places or in low light	vs	Not supported
+EIS: Digital stabilizationAdvantage Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video	vs	Not supported
+BSI sensorAdvantage The BSI sensor allows the entry of more light generating photos with more detail and brightness	vs	Not supported
+HDR photo only main cameraAdvantage The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas	vs	Not supported
+(front) 2.1MPAdvantage A front-camera is best for taking selfies	vs	Not supported
+4K UHD (3840x2160)26 times More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera	vs	VGA (640x480)
+Android 6.0.1 MarshmallowAdvantage Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow is newer and safer	vs	Android 2.3.4 Gingerbread
+4G LTEAdvantage The 4G LTE network is newer and faster	vs	3G HSDPA
+(4G LTE) 150 Mbps41 times Faster for surfing the internet and download files	vs	(3G HSDPA) 3.6 Mbps
+Ambient light sensorAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+GyroscopeAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+3900 mAh160% Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use	vs	1500 mAh
+15W2 times More power (watts) to charge the battery faster. Sometimes, the charger that comes with the device doesn't have the same power supported by the device. Check before you buy it.	vs	5W
+Qi wireless chargingAdvantage Wireless charging is another way to charge the battery.	vs	Not supported
+Video callingAdvantage The video calling allows to make calls with voice and video	vs	Not supported
+Active noise cancellationAdvantage More noise-canceling microphones allow for better quality in calls and audio for recorded videos	vs	Not supported
+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5]Advantage WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] is newer and faster	vs	802.11 b/g/n [wifi4]
+4.0 + A2DPAdvantage Bluetooth 4.0 + A2DP is newer and faster	vs	3.0 + A2DP
+NFCAdvantage NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely	vs	Not supported
+HTML, XHTML, HTML5Advantage Better sites viewing on the internet	vs	HTML, XHTML
+Gorilla Glass 3Advantage Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys	vs	Not supported
+Water repellent nano-coating (don't immerse)Advantage Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example	vs	Not supported
Not supported	vs	+Until 32GB microSD, microSDHCAdvantage More external storage for files using memory cards
176 grams (6.16 ounces)	vs	+129 grams (4.52 ounces)36% Lighter
LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)	vs	+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage Removable battery can be replaced easily
Not supported	vs	+FMAdvantage The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general

14 Common items in both devices

Plastic body, glass front / Plastic body

Only digital zoom

Autofocus

Capacitive

Multitouch

Accelerometer

Compass

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Highlight differences

📱 Model features
	Motorola DROID Turbo (32GB Ballistic)	LG Optimus Link (P690)
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Model	DROID Turbo (32GB Ballistic)	Optimus Link (P690)
Other model names	Verizon Motorola Droid Turbo XT1254 (Ballistic Nylon)	LG Optimus Net, LGP690, LG-P690, LG Gelato
Country or region available	USA	Kazakhstan, Russia, Ukraine
Brand	Motorola	LG
Release date	10/30/2014	7/12/2011
Depth	11.2 millimeters (0.44 inches)	12.1 millimeters (0.48 inches)
Size (width x height)	73.3 x 143.5 millimeters (2.89 x 5.65 in)	59 x 113.5 millimeters (2.32 x 4.47 in)
Weight	176 grams (6.16 ounces)	129 grams (4.52 ounces)
Build, materials	Plastic body, glass front	Plastic body
Protection against water and others	Water repellent nano-coating (don't immerse)	Not supported
📲 Display
	Motorola DROID Turbo (32GB Ballistic)	LG Optimus Link (P690)
Display type	Super AMOLED	TFT LCD
Screen size	5.2" inches	3.2" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~70.9% (screen-to-body ratio)	~45.5% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	1440x2560 pixels	320x480 pixels
Touchscreen	Capacitive Multitouch	Capacitive Multitouch 2-points
Pixel density (dot pitch)	565 PPI	180 PPI
Colors	16 million	260 thousand
Scratch-resistant glass	Gorilla Glass 3	Not supported
Refresh rate	feature not registered	60Hz
Display features	feature not registered	Not supported
🤖 Operating System
	Motorola DROID Turbo (32GB Ballistic)	LG Optimus Link (P690)
System version	Android 4.4.4 KitKat	Android 2.3.3 Gingerbread
Firmware update	Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow	Android 2.3.4 Gingerbread
User Interface	feature not registered	feature not registered
⚙️ Processor
	Motorola DROID Turbo (32GB Ballistic)	LG Optimus Link (P690)
Chipset	32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 805 APQ8084 (28nm)	32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon S1 (MSM7227T) (65nm)
CPU	Quad-core, 1 processor: 4x 2.7GHz Krait 450 (Quad-core)	Single-core, 1 processor: 1x 800MHz ARM1136EJ-S (Single-core)
GPU graphical controller	Qualcomm Adreno 420	Qualcomm Adreno 200 (226MHz)
Performance (benchmark)	feature not registered	feature not registered
💽 Memory and storage
	Motorola DROID Turbo (32GB Ballistic)	LG Optimus Link (P690)
RAM memory	3GB LPDDR3	512MB LPDDR
Internal storage	32GB (22GB available) eMMC 5.0	512MB (150MB available)
External storage	Not supported	Until 32GB microSD, microSDHC (dedicated slot)
📶 Mobile networks
	Motorola DROID Turbo (32GB Ballistic)	LG Optimus Link (P690)
Dual-SIM	Not supported	Not supported
SIM card	1 slot (Single-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF)	1 slot (Single-SIM) Standard mini-SIM (2FF)
Maximum Download / Upload	150/50 Mbps	3.6/0.384 Mbps
Network technology	2G, 3G, 4G	2G, 3G
Frequency, bands	Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz band	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G network	CDMA 800/1900, GSM 850/900/1800/1900	GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G network	CDMA2000 1xEV-DO UMTS 850/900/1900/2100	UMTS 900/1700/1800/2100
Primary 4G network	LTE Cat4 (Bands 2, 3, 4, 7, 13)	Not supported
Primary 5G network	Not supported	Not supported
Primary data network	GPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, LTE	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
	Motorola DROID Turbo (32GB Ballistic)	LG Optimus Link (P690)
Back camera (main camera)	20.7 megapixels	3.1 megapixels
Main camera resolution	5248x3936 pixels	2048x1536 pixels
Video recording (primary)	4K UHD (3840x2160) 24 fps	VGA (640x480) 24 fps
Flash	Dual-LED flash	Not supported
Focal aperture	f/2.0 (aperture)	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	Supported	Not supported
Image stabilization	EIS: Digital stabilization	Not supported
Zoom	Only digital zoom	Only digital zoom
Face/smile detection	Face detection, Smile detection	Not supported
BSI sensor	Supported	Not supported
HDR	HDR photo only main camera	Not supported
Camera extras	feature not registered	feature not registered
📸 Front camera
	Motorola DROID Turbo (32GB Ballistic)	LG Optimus Link (P690)
Front camera (secondary)	2.1 megapixels	Not supported
Front camera resolution	1920x1080 pixels	Not supported
Video recording (secondary)	Full HD (1920x1080)	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
	Motorola DROID Turbo (32GB Ballistic)	LG Optimus Link (P690)
Loudspeaker	Supported	Supported
Active noise cancellation	2 microphones or more	Not supported
Radio	Not supported	FM
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	MP4, H.265, H.264, H.263	MP4, H.264, H.263
Audio formats	MP3, WAV, eAAC+, FLAC	MP3, WAV, eAAC+
🔌 Connectivity
	Motorola DROID Turbo (32GB Ballistic)	LG Optimus Link (P690)
USB	MicroUSB 2.0	MicroUSB 2.0
Audio output	3.5mm jack	3.5mm jack
TV output	Not supported	Not supported
Bluetooth	4.0 + A2DP	3.0 + A2DP
WiFi	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO WiFi Direct, hotspot	802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz)
DLNA	Supported	Supported
GPS	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS	A-GPS, GeoTagging
NFC	Supported	Not supported
Infrared port	Not supported	Not supported
🧭 Sensors
	Motorola DROID Turbo (32GB Ballistic)	LG Optimus Link (P690)
Sensors	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Compass Gyroscope Proximity sensor	Accelerometer Compass Proximity sensor
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	Motorola DROID Turbo (32GB Ballistic)	LG Optimus Link (P690)
Battery type	LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)
Battery capacity	3900 mAh	1500 mAh
Charger, watts	15W Wired fast charging	5W Wired charging
Inductive / wireless charging	Qi wireless charging	Not supported
Talk time autonomy	48 hours (2 days)	9 hours
Standby	675 hours (28.1 days)	450 hours (18.8 days)
➕ Other features
	Motorola DROID Turbo (32GB Ballistic)	LG Optimus Link (P690)
Call control	Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands	Voice recorder
Messaging	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free calling	Supported	Supported
Video calling	Supported	Not supported
Ringtones	Polyphonic and customized	Polyphonic and customized
Web browser	HTML, XHTML, HTML5	HTML, XHTML
Antenna	Internal antenna	Internal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboard	Not supported	Not supported
Miscellaneous	• Colors: Black Ballistic Nylon • Moto Display • Turbo Charger: 60% battery in 30min Java framework	• Colors: Black • 2GB microSD included • LG SmartShare • LG 3Way Sync • WiFi hotspot Java framework
☢️ Radiation rate
	Motorola DROID Turbo (32GB Ballistic)	LG Optimus Link (P690)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)	1.39W/kg (head), 0.5W/kg (body)	feature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)	feature not registered	feature not registered