Samsung Galaxy Nexus (SCH-i515 16GB) vs LG Optimus 3D (P920)

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Side by side comparison between Samsung Galaxy Nexus vs LG Optimus 3D phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

12/19/2012 7:21 AM, updated: 9/27/2024 8:06 AM

Compare LG Optimus 3D X Samsung Galaxy Nexus (SCH-i515 16GB) 18Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

4.65"
AMOLED

720x1280

5
MP

1.3mp

1GB
RAM

Dual-core

1850
mAh

(Removable)

04Points LG Optimus 3D (P920) Compare Samsung Galaxy Nexus X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

4.3"
TFT

480x800

5
MP

0.3mp

512MB
RAM

Dual-core

1500
mAh

(Removable)

What's the better phone? Samsung Galaxy Nexus (SCH-i515 16GB)

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18 Advantages Samsung Galaxy Nexus (SCH-i515 16GB)	vs	4 Advantages LG Optimus 3D (P920)
+1.2GHz 32bit Dual-core (45nm)20% More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster	vs	1GHz 32bit Dual-core (45nm)
+1GB LPDDR2100% More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.	vs	512MB LPDDR2
+16GB (13GB available)160% More internal storage for applications and files	vs	8GB (5GB available)
+144 grams (5.04 ounces)17% Lighter	vs	168 grams (5.88 ounces)
+9.47 millimeters (0.37 inches)26% Thinner	vs	11.9 millimeters (0.47 inches)
+Super AMOLEDAdvantage Super AMOLED display is brighter and more vivid	vs	TFT LCD
+720x1280 pixels140% Higher resolution screen	vs	480x800 pixels
+316 PPI46% Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)	vs	217 PPI
+4.65"8% Larger screen	vs	4.3"
+(front) 1.3MP3 times Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies	vs	(front) 0.3MP
+Android 4.3 Jelly BeanAdvantage Android 4.3 Jelly Bean is newer and safer	vs	Android 4.0.1 Ice Cream Sandwich ICS
+4G LTEAdvantage The 4G LTE network is newer and faster	vs	3G+ HSPA+
+(4G LTE) 100 Mbps6 times Faster for surfing the internet and download files	vs	(3G+ HSPA+) 14.4 Mbps
+BarometerAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+1850 mAh23% Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use	vs	1500 mAh
+Active noise cancellationAdvantage More noise-canceling microphones allow for better quality in calls and audio for recorded videos	vs	Not supported
+NFCAdvantage NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely	vs	Not supported
+HTML, XHTML, HTML5, Flash playerAdvantage Better sites viewing on the internet	vs	HTML, XHTML, Flash player
Not supported	vs	+Until 32GB microSD, microSDHCAdvantage More external storage for files using memory cards
(back) 5MP	vs	+(dual camera) 5MP + 5MP97% Higher resolution main camera
Not supported	vs	+EIS: Digital stabilizationAdvantage Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video
Not supported	vs	+Gorilla GlassAdvantage Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys

25 Common items in both devices

Plastic body, glass front

60Hz

16 million

LED flash

Only digital zoom

Autofocus

Full HD (1920x1080)

+18 specs and more in the table below

Check the comparison table below for more items that are not evaluated in comparison score above.

Highlight differences

📱 Model features
	Galaxy Nexus (SCH-i515 16GB)	LG Optimus 3D (P920)
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Model	Galaxy Nexus (SCH-i515 16GB)	Optimus 3D (P920)
Other model names	Verizon Google Galaxy Nexus CDMA, Toro	LG Optimus 3D, LG-P920, LGP920
Country or region available	USA	(Europe), (Global, International)
Brand	Samsung	LG
Release date	12/15/2011, Announced: 10/29/2011	6/17/2011
Depth	9.47 millimeters (0.37 inches)	11.9 millimeters (0.47 inches)
Size (width x height)	67.94 x 135.5 millimeters (2.67 x 5.33 in)	68 x 128.8 millimeters (2.68 x 5.07 in)
Weight	144 grams (5.04 ounces)	168 grams (5.88 ounces)
Build, materials	Plastic body, glass front	Plastic body, glass front
Protection against water and others	Not supported	Not supported
📲 Display
	Galaxy Nexus (SCH-i515 16GB)	LG Optimus 3D (P920)
Display type	Super AMOLED	TFT LCD
Screen size	4.65" inches	4.3" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~64.8% (screen-to-body ratio)	~60.1% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	720x1280 pixels (16:9)	480x800 pixels
Touchscreen	Capacitive Multitouch	Capacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)	316 PPI	217 PPI
Colors	16 million	16 million
Scratch-resistant glass	Not supported	Gorilla Glass
Refresh rate	60Hz	60Hz
Display features	Not supported	Not supported
🤖 Operating System
	Galaxy Nexus (SCH-i515 16GB)	LG Optimus 3D (P920)
System version	Android 4.0.1 Ice Cream Sandwich ICS	Android 2.2.2 Froyo
Firmware update	Android 4.3 Jelly Bean	Android 4.0.1 Ice Cream Sandwich ICS
User Interface	feature not registered	feature not registered
⚙️ Processor
	Galaxy Nexus (SCH-i515 16GB)	LG Optimus 3D (P920)
Chipset	32bit: Texas Instruments OMAP 4460 (45nm)	32bit: Texas Instruments OMAP 4430 (45nm)
CPU	Dual-core, 1 processor: 2x 1.2GHz ARM Cortex-A9 (Dual-core)	Dual-core, 1 processor: 2x 1GHz ARM Cortex-A9 (Dual-core)
GPU graphical controller	PowerVR SGX540 MP1 (384MHz)	PowerVR SGX540 MP1 (365MHz)
Performance (benchmark)	feature not registered	feature not registered
💽 Memory and storage
	Galaxy Nexus (SCH-i515 16GB)	LG Optimus 3D (P920)
RAM memory	1GB LPDDR2	512MB LPDDR2
Internal storage	16GB (13GB available)	8GB (5GB available)
External storage	Not supported	Until 32GB microSD, microSDHC (dedicated slot)
📶 Mobile networks
	Galaxy Nexus (SCH-i515 16GB)	LG Optimus 3D (P920)
Dual-SIM	Not supported	Not supported
SIM card	1 slot (Single-SIM) Standard mini-SIM (2FF)	1 slot (Single-SIM) Standard mini-SIM (2FF)
Maximum Download / Upload	100/50 Mbps	14.4/5.76 Mbps
Network technology	2G, 3G, 4G	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 900/1900/2100
Primary 4G network	LTE Cat3 (Bands 13)	Not supported
Primary 5G network	Not supported	Not supported
Primary data network	CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, LTE	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+
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
	Galaxy Nexus (SCH-i515 16GB)	LG Optimus 3D (P920)
Back camera (main camera)	5 megapixels	(dual camera) 5 megapixels 5MP 3D AF
Main camera resolution	2592x1944 pixels	2560x1920 pixels
Video recording (primary)	Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fps	Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fps
Flash	LED flash	LED flash
Focal aperture	f/2.8 (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	Supported
Image stabilization	Not supported	EIS: Digital stabilization
Zoom	Only digital zoom	Only digital zoom
Face/smile detection	Face detection	Face detection, Smile detection
BSI sensor	Not supported	Not supported
HDR	Not supported	Not supported
Camera extras	feature not registered	feature not registered
📸 Front camera
	Galaxy Nexus (SCH-i515 16GB)	LG Optimus 3D (P920)
Front camera (secondary)	1.3 megapixels	0.3 megapixels
Front camera resolution	1280x1024 pixels	640x480 pixels
Video recording (secondary)	HD (1280x720)	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
	Galaxy Nexus (SCH-i515 16GB)	LG Optimus 3D (P920)
Loudspeaker	Supported	Supported
Active noise cancellation	2 microphones or more	Not supported
Radio	Not supported	Not supported
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	MP4, H.264, H.263	MP4, DivX, Xvid, H.264, H.263, WMV
Audio formats	MP3, WAV, eAAC+, AC3	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+
🔌 Connectivity
	Galaxy Nexus (SCH-i515 16GB)	LG Optimus 3D (P920)
USB	MicroUSB 2.0	MicroUSB 2.0
Audio output	3.5mm jack	3.5mm jack
TV output	Micro-B USB MHL	Micro HDMI Type D
Bluetooth	3.0 + A2DP	3.0 + A2DP
WiFi	802.11 a/b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz, 5GHz)	802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz)
DLNA	Supported	Supported
GPS	A-GPS, GeoTagging	A-GPS, GeoTagging
NFC	Supported	Not supported
Infrared port	Not supported	Not supported
🧭 Sensors
	Galaxy Nexus (SCH-i515 16GB)	LG Optimus 3D (P920)
Sensors	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Barometer Compass Gyroscope Proximity sensor	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Compass Gyroscope Proximity sensor
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	Galaxy Nexus (SCH-i515 16GB)	LG Optimus 3D (P920)
Battery type	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable) FL53HN
Battery capacity	1850 mAh	1500 mAh
Charger, watts	Wired charging	Wired charging
Inductive / wireless charging	Not supported	Not supported
Talk time autonomy	12 hours	4 hours
Standby	150 hours (6.3 days)	96 hours (4 days)
➕ Other features
	Galaxy Nexus (SCH-i515 16GB)	LG Optimus 3D (P920)
Call control	Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands	Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands
Messaging	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free calling	Supported	Supported
Video calling	Supported	Supported
Ringtones	Polyphonic and customized	Polyphonic and customized
Web browser	HTML, XHTML, HTML5, Flash player	HTML, XHTML, Flash player
Antenna	Internal antenna	Internal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboard	Not supported	Not supported
Miscellaneous	• Colors: Black • Curved glass screen (Contour Display) • Oleophobic coating resistance screen • Google Maps 5.0 3D • WiFi hotspot Java framework	• Colors: Black, White • 3D display • 3MP 3D capture • 720p 30fps 3D video capture • LG Optimus UI 2.0 • HDMI 1.4 • WiFi hotspot Java framework
☢️ Radiation rate
	Galaxy Nexus (SCH-i515 16GB)	LG Optimus 3D (P920)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)	1.316W/kg (head), 1.39W/kg (body)	feature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)	feature not registered	feature not registered