Samsung Galaxy Y Duos (GT-S6102B) vs LG Optimus Black (P970)

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

3/19/2017 11:37 PM, updated: 6/19/2025 8:26 AM

Compare LG Optimus Black X Samsung Galaxy Y Duos (GT-S6102B) 02Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

3.14"
TFT

240x320

3.1
MP

384MB
RAM

Single-core

1300
mAh

(Removable)

22Points LG Optimus Black (P970) Compare Samsung Galaxy Y Duos X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

4"
IPS

480x800

5
MP

2mp

512MB
RAM

Single-core

1500
mAh

(Removable)

What's the better phone? LG Optimus Black (P970)

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 Samsung Galaxy Y Duos (GT-S6102B)	vs	22 Advantages LG Optimus Black (P970)
+2 slots (Dual-SIM) (dedicated slot)Advantage You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.	vs	1 slot (Single-SIM) (dedicated slot)
+3.0 + A2DPAdvantage Bluetooth 3.0 + A2DP is newer and faster	vs	2.1 + A2DP
832MHz 32bit Single-core (65nm)	vs	+1GHz 32bit Single-core (45nm)32% More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
384MB LPDDR	vs	+512MB LPDDR33% More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
512MB (160MB available)	vs	+2GB (1GB available)5 times More internal storage for applications and files
12 millimeters (0.47 inches)	vs	+9.2 millimeters (0.36 inches)30% Thinner
TFT LCD	vs	+TFT NOVA IPSAdvantage TFT NOVA IPS display is brighter and more vivid
260 thousand	vs	+16 million61 times More colors on the screen is better quality images and videos
240x320 pixels	vs	+480x800 pixels4 times Higher resolution screen
127 PPI	vs	+233 PPI83% Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
3.14"	vs	+4"27% Larger screen
(back) 3.1MP	vs	+(back) 5MP60% Higher resolution main camera
Not supported	vs	+LED flashAdvantage The LED flash helps in dark places or in low light
Not supported	vs	+AutofocusAdvantage Best autofocus type for taking pictures
Not supported	vs	+EIS: Digital stabilizationAdvantage Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video
Not supported	vs	+(front) 2MPAdvantage A front-camera is best for taking selfies
QVGA (320x240)	vs	+HD (1280x720)11 times More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
Android 2.3.6 Gingerbread	vs	+Android 4.0.4 Ice Cream Sandwich ICSAdvantage Android 4.0.4 Ice Cream Sandwich ICS is newer and safer
3G HSDPA	vs	+3G HSUPAAdvantage The 3G HSUPA network is newer and faster
Not supported	vs	+Ambient light sensorAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
1300 mAh	vs	+1500 mAh15% 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	+DLNAAdvantage With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.
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

Until 32GB microSD, microSDHC

109 grams (3.82 ounces)

Plastic body, glass front

60Hz

Only digital zoom

7.2 Mbps

Capacitive

+13 specs and more in the table below

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Highlight differences

📱 Model features
	Galaxy Y Duos (GT-S6102B)	LG Optimus Black (P970)
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Model	Galaxy Y Duos (GT-S6102B)	Optimus Black (P970)
Other model names	Galaxy Young Duos S6102B	LG Optimus P970H, LG Ignite, LG Schwarz
Country or region available	(Latin America), Brazil	(Global, International), Germany, USA
Brand	Samsung	LG
Release date	1/1/2012, Announced: 12/17/2011	5/9/2011
Depth	12 millimeters (0.47 inches)	9.2 millimeters (0.36 inches)
Size (width x height)	60 x 109.8 millimeters (2.36 x 4.32 in)	64 x 122 millimeters (2.52 x 4.8 in)
Weight	109 grams (3.82 ounces)	109 grams (3.82 ounces)
Build, materials	Plastic body, glass front	Plastic body, glass front
Protection against water and others	Not supported	Not supported
📲 Display
	Galaxy Y Duos (GT-S6102B)	LG Optimus Black (P970)
Display type	TFT LCD	TFT NOVA IPS
Screen size	3.14" inches	4" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~46.3% (screen-to-body ratio)	~58.3% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	240x320 pixels (4:3)	480x800 pixels
Touchscreen	Capacitive Multitouch 2-points	Capacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)	127 PPI	233 PPI
Colors	260 thousand	16 million
Scratch-resistant glass	Not supported	Gorilla Glass
Refresh rate	60Hz	60Hz
Display features	Not supported	Not supported
🤖 Operating System
	Galaxy Y Duos (GT-S6102B)	LG Optimus Black (P970)
System version	Android 2.3.6 Gingerbread	Android 2.2.1 Froyo
Firmware update	feature not registered	Android 4.0.4 Ice Cream Sandwich ICS
User Interface	feature not registered	Optimus 2.0 Gesture UI
⚙️ Processor
	Galaxy Y Duos (GT-S6102B)	LG Optimus Black (P970)
Chipset	32bit: Broadcom BCM21553 (65nm)	32bit: Texas Instruments OMAP 3630 (45nm)
CPU	Single-core, 1 processor: 1x 832MHz ARM1136 (Single-core)	Single-core, 1 processor: 1x 1GHz ARM Cortex-A8 (Single-core)
GPU graphical controller	VideoCore IV	PowerVR SGX530 MP1
Performance (benchmark)	feature not registered	feature not registered
💽 Memory and storage
	Galaxy Y Duos (GT-S6102B)	LG Optimus Black (P970)
RAM memory	384MB LPDDR	512MB LPDDR
Internal storage	512MB (160MB available)	2GB (1GB available)
External storage	Until 32GB microSD, microSDHC (dedicated slot)	Until 32GB microSD, microSDHC (dedicated slot)
📶 Mobile networks
	Galaxy Y Duos (GT-S6102B)	LG Optimus Black (P970)
Dual-SIM	Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card (dedicated slot)	Not supported
SIM card	2 slots (Dual-SIM) Standard mini-SIM (2FF)	1 slot (Single-SIM) Standard mini-SIM (2FF)
Maximum Download / Upload	7.2 Mbps	7.2/5.76 Mbps
Network technology	2G, 3G	2G
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	GSM 850/900/1800/1900	GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G network	UMTS 850/2100	Not supported
Primary 4G network	Not supported	Not supported
Primary 5G network	Not supported	Not supported
Primary data network	CSD, GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA
Secondary 2G network	GSM 850/900/1800/1900	Not supported
Secondary 3G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary 4G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary data network	CSD, GPRS, EDGE	Not supported
📷 Camera
	Galaxy Y Duos (GT-S6102B)	LG Optimus Black (P970)
Back camera (main camera)	3.1 megapixels	5 megapixels
Main camera resolution	2048x1536 pixels	2592x1944 pixels
Video recording (primary)	QVGA (320x240) 24 fps	HD (1280x720) 24 fps
Flash	Not supported	LED flash
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	Not supported	Autofocus
Touch focus	Not supported	Supported
Image stabilization	Not supported	EIS: Digital stabilization
Zoom	Only digital zoom	Only digital zoom
Face/smile detection	Face detection, Smile detection	Face detection
BSI sensor	Not supported	Not supported
HDR	Not supported	Not supported
Camera extras	feature not registered	feature not registered
📸 Front camera
	Galaxy Y Duos (GT-S6102B)	LG Optimus Black (P970)
Front camera (secondary)	Not supported	2 megapixels
Front camera resolution	Not supported	1600x1200 pixels
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
	Galaxy Y Duos (GT-S6102B)	LG Optimus Black (P970)
Loudspeaker	Supported	Mono sound (not stereo)
Active noise cancellation	Not supported	1 microphone
Radio	FM (RDS)	FM (RDS)
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	MP4, H.264, 3GP, MPEG4, WMV	MP4, DivX, Xvid, H.264, H.263, WMV
Audio formats	MP3, WAV, eAAC+	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+
🔌 Connectivity
	Galaxy Y Duos (GT-S6102B)	LG Optimus Black (P970)
USB	MicroUSB 2.0	MicroUSB 2.0
Audio output	3.5mm jack	3.5mm jack
TV output	Not supported	Not supported
Bluetooth	3.0 + A2DP	2.1 + A2DP
WiFi	802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz)	802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz) WiFi hotspot
DLNA	Not supported	Supported
GPS	A-GPS, GeoTagging	A-GPS, GeoTagging
NFC	Not supported	Not supported
Infrared port	Not supported	Not supported
🧭 Sensors
	Galaxy Y Duos (GT-S6102B)	LG Optimus Black (P970)
Sensors	Accelerometer Compass Proximity sensor	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Compass Proximity sensor
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	Galaxy Y Duos (GT-S6102B)	LG Optimus Black (P970)
Battery type	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable) EB464358VU	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable) BL-44JN
Battery capacity	1300 mAh	1500 mAh
Charger, watts	3.5W (5V/0.7A) Wired charging	Wired charging
Inductive / wireless charging	Not supported	Not supported
Talk time autonomy	6.2 hours	6 hours
Standby	440 hours (18.3 days)	350 hours (14.6 days)
➕ Other features
	Galaxy Y Duos (GT-S6102B)	LG Optimus Black (P970)
Call control	Voice recorder, Voice commands	Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands
Messaging	SMS (Swype), MMS, E-mail, Push 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	HTML, XHTML, Flash player	HTML, XHTML, Flash player
Antenna	Internal antenna	Internal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboard	Not supported	Not supported
Miscellaneous	• Colors: Black, White • 2GB microSD included • Samsung Kies synchronization • Samsung TouchWiz UI • WiFi hotspot Java framework	• Colors: Black, Pink, Silver, White, Brown Java framework
☢️ Radiation rate
	Galaxy Y Duos (GT-S6102B)	LG Optimus Black (P970)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)	feature not registered	feature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)	feature not registered	1.27W/kg (head), 1.43W/kg (body)