Mobile phone technology is advancing rapidly these days. Not too long ago, a phone with a 2-megapixel camera would turn heads, but these days, smartphone users are offered features like 8-megapixel cameras, Wi-Fi internet browsing, and downloadable apps even from models basics. One of the most significant recent advances in smartphone technology is the introduction of dual-core processors. Dual-core processors are currently only available in a small number of phones. Two of the most prominent are the LG Optimus 2X and the Samsung Galaxy S2.
This article will take a closer look at these phones and provide an overview of their key features, so you can decide for yourself which one stands out…
LG Optimal 2X
At the time of writing, the LG Optimus 2X recently received a Guinness World Record as the first dual-core smartphone. The processor you are referring to is a 1 GHz ARM Cortex-A9 processor. Having two cores means that the processor can handle demanding functions with ease, and the difference provided by this extra power is especially noticeable when multitasking (running multiple functions or applications simultaneously). Although it is an important feature of this phone, the LG Optimus 2X has much more to offer. An 8-megapixel digital camera with 1080p Full HD video capture, ultra-fast Wi-Fi and 3G Internet browsing, and a beautiful 4-inch high-resolution touchscreen all add to this phone’s appeal. The device also runs Google’s Android operating system. It ships with version 2.2 of the popular software, but can be upgraded to later versions. The power inside the phone means you’ll be able to handle new software and apps for a long time to come.
samsung-galaxy-s2
The original Samsung Galaxy S was a real success for the manufacturer. To date, more than 14 million units have been sold worldwide. The new flagship of the manufacturer seems willing to follow this trend; More than 120,000 units were sold in South Korea alone in the first 72 hours of being on sale. With the technology on offer, this is not a surprise. Of course, the dual-core processor (slightly more powerful than the dual-core 1.2GHz LG Optimus 2X) means users can enjoy high-end performance. In addition to this, the Samsung Galaxy S2 also offers an 8-megapixel camera similar to that of the Optimus 2X, although users enjoy the latest version of Android, 2.3 (also known as Gingerbread). The Samsung Galaxy S2 has double the internal storage (16GB) of the LG Optimus 2X, which offers just 8GB. This feature is likely to only affect a small minority of users when deciding between these two phones.
As you can see, both phones offer similar specs for the most part. If you’re trying to decide between the two, maybe the style of the phones influences your decision. Well, here too there is very little difference between the two. Both have a shape reminiscent of the iPhone 4, but the Samsung Galaxy S2 is just 8.5mm thick compared to 10.9mm on the LG Optimus 2X.
Both phones represent the latest advances in modern technology and offer excellent performance. Although trivial, the Samsung Galaxy S2 has advantages over the Optimus 2X; more internal storage, a slightly more powerful processor, a slimmer phone, and a slightly larger 4.3-inch screen. Once again, these seem to be the only advantages that Samsung offers over the Optimus 2X, but both phones are very attractive. In the end, being so similar, choosing one or the other depends on personal preference, perhaps because of the brand, or getting a great deal on one or the other.
