The Samsung Galaxy S4 has already been unveiled, and the rest of the competitors are still preparing their new releases for the coming months. One of the companies that could challenge it would be LG, who has managed to sell half a million Optimus G Pro in just 40 days, and who would launch a LG Optimus G2 with a processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 800, with which it would sweep away the flagship of Samsung.
And the processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 It's 80% faster than the Snapdragon S4 Pro, the best of the previous generation of processors. Is the difference between the Snapdragon 800 and the Snapdragon 600 (the one in the Galaxy S4) that significant? To give you an idea, the Snapdragon 800 It supports 4K video resolution, while the Snapdragon 600 sticks to Full HD 1080p. This is just a testament to the difference between the two, as LG's new device is said to have a display with a resolution of 1920 by 1080 pixels. We don't know exactly what the new device would be, but everything fits with the LG Optimus G2, the third installment of the flagship launched last year and which has received a successful update in the form of the LG Optimus G Pro, launched this year.
This new LG Optimus G2 It would outperform the new LG Optimus G Pro, the HTC One, and even the iPad 4, so we'd be talking about one of the highest-end devices on the market, lacking a possible comparison with the Samsung Galaxy S4. It seems that LG is determined to steal market share from its South Korean competitor, and that it could succeed in this case, although it's still far behind Samsung. Be that as it may, the mobile device market is at a crucial point, given that the first innovations should start to arrive, such as smart glasses and watches, which could take the spotlight away from smartphones.
Snapdragon 800: Power, Graphics, and Efficiency
El Snapdragon 800 (MSM8974) The LG Optimus G2 integrates four Krait 400 cores up to 2,26 GHz and GPU Adreno 330In practice, this combination offers total fluidity in animations, navigation and demanding games, plus support for advanced recording and playback (4K, 1080p at 60 fps). Compared to the Snapdragon 600, the jump is noticeable in computing and graphics, while maintaining contained consumption thanks to optimized manufacturing and thermal control processes.
Design and display: more screen in less body
With a diagonal 5,2 inch IPS and resolution Full HD (423 ppi), the G2's True-IPS panel stands out for balanced colors, good viewing angles and outstanding brightness even outdoors. LG minimizes the side bezels and places the power and volume buttons on the back, freeing up the sides and improving grip for both right- and left-handed users. The glass Gorilla Glass 2 It is precisely integrated into the chassis, which measures 138,5 x 70,9 x 8,9 mm and weighs 143 g.
Camera and video: 13 MP with OIS and 1080p at 60 fps
The rear module of 13 MP with optical stabilization (OIS) and multi-point focusing offers fast captures, good level of detail and better low-light performance that sensors without stabilization. The app includes HDR, burst, panorama and voice trigger. In video, it records 1080p / 60 fps And allows Audio Zoom to focus sound capture, as well as modes such as dual recording and tracking zoom.
Smart software and features
On Android, LG adds utilities that add value without compromising fluidity: Knock ON (double tap on/off), Quickmemo (write on the screen), QSlide (floating apps), Guest Mode (restricted profile), Smart Screen/Smart Video (the screen and videos react to your gaze) and QuickRemote with IR to control TV and audio. The customization of virtual buttons and notifications provide fine control over daily usage.
Battery and connectivity for everyday use
Battery 3.000 mAh and Graphic RAM (GRAM) of the panel, which reduces consumption in static images up to 26%, allows an autonomy that withstands intense days with margin. In connectivity, it offers LTE, WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.0, NFC, GPS / GLONASS, MHL and issuer of infrared for remote control.
Storage, variants and details
The LG Optimus G2 is marketed with 2 GB of RAM and options of 16 / 32 GB storage. It does not include a microSD slot in most markets, prioritizing seamless design and a larger battery; there are regional variants with removable covers and capacity changes that don't alter the core offering.
Measured performance and experience
In popular tests, the G2 with Snapdragon 800 records high numbers (e.g., AnTuTu ~27.5K, Quadrant ~16K, 3DMark ~14.7K in comparable scenarios), placing itself above previous platforms such as Snapdragon 600Beyond the numbers, what is relevant is a agile experience in multitasking, 3D games and multimedia, without noticeable heating and with sound of high fidelity 24-bit/192 kHz compatible with formats such as FLAC.
With its Snapdragon 800, the 5,2” IPS display and the camera with OIS’s most emblematic landmarks, the LG Optimus G2 (LG G2) It consolidates a well-rounded technical sheet designed for performance, autonomy, and practical functions that are actually used on a daily basis.
