Samsung Wave Y (GT-S5380) vs LG Optimus Speed (P990)

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

9/11/2016 5:08 PM, updated: 5/10/2020 9:13 PM

Compare LG Optimus Speed X Samsung Wave Y (GT-S5380) 02Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

3.2"
TFT

320x480

2
MP

N/A

1200
mAh

(Removable)

20Points LG Optimus Speed (P990) Compare Samsung Wave Y X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

4"
IPS

480x800

8
MP

1.3mp

512MB
RAM

Dual-core

1500
mAh

(Removable)

What's the better phone? LG Optimus Speed (P990)

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 Wave Y (GT-S5380)	vs	20 Advantages LG Optimus Speed (P990)
+102 grams (3.57 ounces)36% Lighter	vs	139 grams (4.87 ounces)
+3.0 + A2DPAdvantage Bluetooth 3.0 + A2DP is newer and faster	vs	2.1 + A2DP
832MHz 32bit Single-core	vs	+1GHz 32bit Dual-core51% More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
150MB	vs	+8GB (6GB available)40 times More internal storage for applications and files
12.3 millimeters (0.48 inches)	vs	+10.9 millimeters (0.43 inches)13% Thinner
TFT LCD	vs	+TFT IPS LCDAdvantage TFT IPS LCD display is brighter and more vivid
320x480 pixels	vs	+480x800 pixels150% Higher resolution screen
180 PPI	vs	+233 PPI29% Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
3.2"	vs	+4"25% Larger screen
(back) 2MP	vs	+(back) 8MP3 times 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	+(front) 1.3MPAdvantage A front-camera is best for taking selfies
QVGA (320x240)	vs	+Full HD (1920x1080)26 times More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
3000 apps (Samsung Apps)	vs	+3500000 apps (Google Play Store)1166 times More apps available to download and use
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
Not supported	vs	+CompassAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+GyroscopeAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
1200 mAh	vs	+1500 mAh25% Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
Not supported	vs	+Micro HDMI Type DAdvantage 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

17 Common items in both devices

Until 32GB microSD, microSDHC

16 million

Only digital zoom

7.2 Mbps

Capacitive

Multitouch

Accelerometer

+10 specs and more in the table below

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📱 Model features
	Samsung Wave Y (GT-S5380)	LG Optimus Speed (P990)
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Model	Wave Y (GT-S5380)	Optimus Speed (P990)
Other model names	Samsung Wave Young S5380, Samsung Wave538, Wave Y LaFleur	LG Optimus 2X Speed P990, LG P990
Country or region available	feature not registered	Germany, Austria, Belgium, Netherlands, Switzerland
Brand	Samsung	LG
Release date	11/1/2011	1/24/2011
Depth	12.3 millimeters (0.48 inches)	10.9 millimeters (0.43 inches)
Size (width x height)	58.2 x 110 millimeters (2.29 x 4.33 in)	63.2 x 123.9 millimeters (2.49 x 4.88 in)
Weight	102 grams (3.57 ounces)	139 grams (4.87 ounces)
Build, materials	feature not registered	feature not registered
Protection against water and others	Not supported	Not supported
📲 Display
	Samsung Wave Y (GT-S5380)	LG Optimus Speed (P990)
Display type	TFT LCD	TFT IPS LCD
Screen size	3.2" inches	4" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~47.6% (screen-to-body ratio)	~58.2% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	320x480 pixels	480x800 pixels
Touchscreen	Capacitive Multitouch	Capacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)	180 PPI	233 PPI
Colors	16 million	16 million
Scratch-resistant glass	Not supported	Gorilla Glass
Refresh rate	feature not registered	feature not registered
Display features	feature not registered	feature not registered
🤖 Operating System
	Samsung Wave Y (GT-S5380)	LG Optimus Speed (P990)
System version	Bada 2.0	Android 2.2.1 Froyo
Firmware update	feature not registered	Android 4.0.4 Ice Cream Sandwich ICS
User Interface	feature not registered	feature not registered
⚙️ Processor
	Samsung Wave Y (GT-S5380)	LG Optimus Speed (P990)
Chipset	32bit	32bit: NVIDIA Tegra 2 250 AP20H
CPU	Single-core, 1 processor: 1x 832MHz	Dual-core, 1 processor: 2x 1GHz ARM Cortex-A9 (Dual-core)
GPU graphical controller	feature not registered	ULP NVIDIA GeForce
Performance (benchmark)	feature not registered	feature not registered
💽 Memory and storage
	Samsung Wave Y (GT-S5380)	LG Optimus Speed (P990)
RAM memory	feature not registered	512MB LPDDR2
Internal storage	150MB	8GB (6GB available)
External storage	Until 32GB microSD, microSDHC (dedicated slot)	Until 32GB microSD, microSDHC (dedicated slot)
📶 Mobile networks
	Samsung Wave Y (GT-S5380)	LG Optimus Speed (P990)
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	7.2 Mbps	7.2/5.76 Mbps
Network technology	2G, 3G	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	GSM 850/900/1800/1900	GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G network	UMTS 900/2100	UMTS 900/2100
Primary 4G network	Not supported	Not supported
Primary 5G network	Not supported	Not supported
Primary data network	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA
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
	Samsung Wave Y (GT-S5380)	LG Optimus Speed (P990)
Back camera (main camera)	2 megapixels	8 megapixels
Main camera resolution	1600x1200 pixels	3264x2448 pixels
Video recording (primary)	QVGA (320x240)	Full HD (1920x1080) 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	feature not registered	Supported
Image stabilization	feature not registered	feature not registered
Zoom	Only digital zoom	Only digital zoom
Face/smile detection	feature not registered	Face detection, Smile detection
BSI sensor	feature not registered	Not supported
HDR	feature not registered	Not supported
Camera extras	feature not registered	feature not registered
📸 Front camera
	Samsung Wave Y (GT-S5380)	LG Optimus Speed (P990)
Front camera (secondary)	Not supported	1.3 megapixels
Front camera resolution	Not supported	1280x1024 pixels
Video recording (secondary)	Not supported	VGA (640x480)
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
	Samsung Wave Y (GT-S5380)	LG Optimus Speed (P990)
Loudspeaker	Supported	Supported
Active noise cancellation	feature not registered	Not supported
Radio	FM (RDS)	FM (RDS)
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	MP4, DivX, XviD, WMV, H.264, H.263	MP4, DivX, XviD, H.263, H.264, WMV
Audio formats	MP3, WMA, WAV, eAAC+	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+
🔌 Connectivity
	Samsung Wave Y (GT-S5380)	LG Optimus Speed (P990)
USB	MicroUSB 2.0	MicroUSB 2.0
Audio output	3.5mm jack	3.5mm jack
TV output	Not supported	Micro HDMI Type D
Bluetooth	3.0 + A2DP	2.1 + A2DP
WiFi	802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz)	802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz)
DLNA	feature not registered	Supported
GPS	A-GPS, GeoTagging	A-GPS, GeoTagging
NFC	Not supported	Not supported
Infrared port	feature not registered	Not supported
🧭 Sensors
	Samsung Wave Y (GT-S5380)	LG Optimus Speed (P990)
Sensors	Accelerometer Proximity sensor	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Compass Gyroscope Proximity sensor
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	Samsung Wave Y (GT-S5380)	LG Optimus Speed (P990)
Battery type	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable) EB454357VU	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)
Battery capacity	1200 mAh	1500 mAh
Charger, watts	Wired charging	Wired charging
Inductive / wireless charging	feature not registered	feature not registered
Talk time autonomy	6.7 hours	7.9 hours
Standby	570 hours (23.8 days)	400 hours (16.7 days)
➕ Other features
	Samsung Wave Y (GT-S5380)	LG Optimus Speed (P990)
Call control	Voice recorder	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	feature not registered	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, LaFleur edition • 2GB microSD included • Samsung ChatON • Wi-Fi Direct • Wi-Fi hotspot Java framework	• Colors: Black • NVIDIA Tegra Zone • WiFi hotspot Java framework
☢️ Radiation rate
	Samsung Wave Y (GT-S5380)	LG Optimus Speed (P990)
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