Should you buy AQUOS PHONE 006SH SoftBank 2GB or Optimus G LGL21 au 16GB? Compare the differences in functions and specifications/performances thoroughly
Created date: 2018-02-24 23:34:33, Updated date: 2020-04-04 23:30:41
Are you having trouble comparing the differences in features and performance of the "AQUOS PHONE 006SH SoftBank 2GB" and "Optimus G LGL21 au 16GB", or unsure about their differences in ease-of-use, and wondering which to buy? We did a deep-dive comparison of the features, specs, and capabilities of these two smartphone, and provided our rating of which one was a better buy.
Contents
- 1."AQUOS PHONE 006SH SoftBank 2GB" and "Optimus G LGL21 au 16GB", performance comparison
- 1-0."AQUOS PHONE 006SH SoftBank 2GB" and "Optimus G LGL21 au 16GB", which is more comfortable to hold? Weight comparison
- 1-2."AQUOS PHONE 006SH SoftBank 2GB" and "Optimus G LGL21 au 16GB" size comparison. Which to choose?
- 1-3."AQUOS PHONE 006SH SoftBank 2GB" and "Optimus G LGL21 au 16GB" rear camera performance comparison. Which has a higher resolution?
- 1-4."AQUOS PHONE 006SH SoftBank 2GB" and "Optimus G LGL21 au 16GB", whose front camera has a better picture quality?
- 1-5."AQUOS PHONE 006SH SoftBank 2GB" and "Optimus G LGL21 au 16GB", which has a clearer display?
- 1-6."AQUOS PHONE 006SH SoftBank 2GB" and "Optimus G LGL21 au 16GB", whose display is easier to use?
- 1-7."AQUOS PHONE 006SH SoftBank 2GB" and "Optimus G LGL21 au 16GB", which has more data storage?
- 1-8."AQUOS PHONE 006SH SoftBank 2GB" and "Optimus G LGL21 au 16GB", what's the difference in memory capacity?
- 1-9."AQUOS PHONE 006SH SoftBank 2GB" and "Optimus G LGL21 au 16GB", which has better CPU?
- 1-10."AQUOS PHONE 006SH SoftBank 2GB" and "Optimus G LGL21 au 16GB", a summary of the differences in battery life
- 2."AQUOS PHONE 006SH SoftBank 2GB" and "Optimus G LGL21 au 16GB", performance comparison by specification sheet
"AQUOS PHONE 006SH SoftBank 2GB" and "Optimus G LGL21 au 16GB", performance comparison
"AQUOS PHONE 006SH SoftBank 2GB" and "Optimus G LGL21 au 16GB" size comparison. Which to choose?
The size of the body has a big influence on the ease of carrying and one-handed operation. The narrower the width, the easier it is to firmly grasp and hold, but you also have to take into account the device's thickness. Also, if the width and height are smaller, its easier to operate one-handed since its easier to extend your fingers. On the contrary, if the width and height are large, it's difficult to fit in your pocket and is bulky even when put in a bag, and portability is impaired.
The "AQUOS PHONE 006SH SoftBank 2GB" has a width of 64.0mm, a length of 130.0mm, and a thickness of 13.0mm. Also, the "Optimus G LGL21 au 16GB" has a width of 69.0mm, a length of 137.0mm, and a thickness of 10.3mm.
Comparing the width and thickness of the body, there isn't much difference between the "AQUOS PHONE 006SH SoftBank 2GB" and "Optimus G LGL21 au 16GB" in terms of size. For that reason, the ease of gripping and carrying the devices in one hand is about the same for both. Therefore it's better to compare them in terms of performance and functionality.
Comparing the width and thickness of the body, the "AQUOS PHONE 006SH SoftBank 2GB" is a more compact size than the "Optimus G LGL21 au 16GB". For that reason the "AQUOS PHONE 006SH SoftBank 2GB" has higher one-handed operability, and has greater portability, being less likely to get in the way when being carried. For these reasons, we recommend the "AQUOS PHONE 006SH SoftBank 2GB".
Comparing the overall size of the two devices, the "AQUOS PHONE 006SH SoftBank 2GB" has a large size compared to the "Optimus G LGL21 au 16GB". For that reason the "AQUOS PHONE 006SH SoftBank 2GB" is a size that is easier to use in one hand and comfortably carry than the "Optimus G LGL21 au 16GB". That's why we recommend the "AQUOS PHONE 006SH SoftBank 2GB".
Score | Dimensions (width x height x thickness) | |
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AQUOS PHONE 006SH SoftBank 2GB | 73/100 | 64.0mm x 130.0mm x 13.0mm |
Optimus G LGL21 au 16GB | 69/100 | 69.0mm x 137.0mm x 10.3mm |
"AQUOS PHONE 006SH SoftBank 2GB" and "Optimus G LGL21 au 16GB", which is more comfortable to hold? Weight comparison
The weight of the device affects hand fatigue and the burden placed upon the wrist. The lighter it is, the longer you'll be able to operate the device without tiring. Also, if the burden placed on the wrist is lower, you'll be able to use the device more comfortably. However if the weight isn't right for you, it could place more of a burden on your body, causing you to feel stress.
The weight of the "AQUOS PHONE 006SH SoftBank 2GB" is about 139.0g, and the weight of the "Optimus G LGL21 au 16GB" is about 143.0g. Comparing the weight of the two devices, there isn't much difference in weight between the "AQUOS PHONE 006SH SoftBank 2GB" and "Optimus G LGL21 au 16GB". That's why the likelihood of fatigue in the fingers and wrists after extended use is about the same for both. That's why it is better to compare the two in terms of other aspects of performance and functionality.
Score | Weight | |
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AQUOS PHONE 006SH SoftBank 2GB | 74/100 | 139.0g |
Optimus G LGL21 au 16GB | 73/100 | 143.0g |
"AQUOS PHONE 006SH SoftBank 2GB" and "Optimus G LGL21 au 16GB", whose display is easier to use?
The size of the screen affects usability and screen visibility. A larger screen means larger letters and buttons on apps, so the user is less likely to tap adjacent buttons by mistake. In addition, the user can enjoy a more intense experience when playing games and watching videos.
The "AQUOS PHONE 006SH SoftBank 2GB" has a 4.2inch display. Also, the "Optimus G LGL21 au 16GB" has a 4.7inch display. Comparing the screen size, the "Optimus G LGL21 au 16GB" has a larger screen compared to the "AQUOS PHONE 006SH SoftBank 2GB", with a roughly 0.5inch difference. As a result, the user is less likely to mistap when using apps on the "Optimus G LGL21 au 16GB" than on the "AQUOS PHONE 006SH SoftBank 2GB", and is also able to enjoy videos and games on a larger screen. Therefore, we recommend the "Optimus G LGL21 au 16GB".
Score | Display size | |
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AQUOS PHONE 006SH SoftBank 2GB | 61/100 | 4.2inch |
Optimus G LGL21 au 16GB | 69/100 | 4.7inch |
"AQUOS PHONE 006SH SoftBank 2GB" and "Optimus G LGL21 au 16GB", which has a clearer display?
Pixel density affects picture quality, and the higher the pixel density, the better the picture quality, which means the user can gain more enjoyment from games and videos. In addition, higher picture quality decreases eyestrain, which means that the user will experience less eye fatigue after prolonged use.
The resolution on the "AQUOS PHONE 006SH SoftBank 2GB" is 540 x 960, and pixel density is 262ppi. Also, the resolution on the "Optimus G LGL21 au 16GB" is 720 x 1280, and pixel density is 312ppi. Comparing the pixel count, the "Optimus G LGL21 au 16GB" has much higher pixel density than the "AQUOS PHONE 006SH SoftBank 2GB", with a difference of roughly 50ppi. In terms of having better picture quality and exerting less strain on the eyes, the "Optimus G LGL21 au 16GB" is superior to the "AQUOS PHONE 006SH SoftBank 2GB". If you are looking for a smartphone that is easy on the eyes, displaying texts and pictures clearly without any blurring, we recommend the "Optimus G LGL21 au 16GB" over the "AQUOS PHONE 006SH SoftBank 2GB".
Score | Pixel density | |
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AQUOS PHONE 006SH SoftBank 2GB | 52/100 | 262ppi |
Optimus G LGL21 au 16GB | 64/100 | 312ppi |
"AQUOS PHONE 006SH SoftBank 2GB" and "Optimus G LGL21 au 16GB", a summary of the differences in battery life
Battery performance greatly affects battery life, but greater battery capacity does not necessarily mean greater battery life, since battery efficiency should also be considered. Bigger screens and higher CPU performance will mean the batteries are depleted more quickly.
The "AQUOS PHONE 006SH SoftBank 2GB" is 1240.0mAh, and the "Optimus G LGL21 au 16GB" is 2210.0mAh. Regarding battery capacity, the "Optimus G LGL21 au 16GB" has greater battery capacity than the "AQUOS PHONE 006SH SoftBank 2GB", with a 970mAh difference. Since the "Optimus G LGL21 au 16GB" can be used for longer periods without recharging than the "AQUOS PHONE 006SH SoftBank 2GB", it is great for outdoor use. If you want a smartphone with a longer battery life, we recommend the "Optimus G LGL21 au 16GB" over the "AQUOS PHONE 006SH SoftBank 2GB".
Score | Battery capacity | |
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AQUOS PHONE 006SH SoftBank 2GB | 27/100 | 1240.0mAh |
Optimus G LGL21 au 16GB | 53/100 | 2210.0mAh |
"AQUOS PHONE 006SH SoftBank 2GB" and "Optimus G LGL21 au 16GB", which has better CPU?
CPU performance affects the ability to process programs, and the ability to process programs is determined by the product of the number of cores in the CPU and the CPU frequency. The higher this performance is, the more smoothly apps and games will run, and with low performance apps and games become heavy and stress is experienced.
The "AQUOS PHONE 006SH SoftBank 2GB"'s CPU is a Snapdragon S2 MSM8255, with performance measured at 1.5GHz×1(1.0-cores). Also, the "Optimus G LGL21 au 16GB"'s CPU is a Snapdragon S4 Pro APQ8064, with performance measured at 1.5GHz×4(4.0-cores). Comparing CPU performance, the "Optimus G LGL21 au 16GB" has considerably higher specs than the "AQUOS PHONE 006SH SoftBank 2GB". In terms of being able to comfortably play games and run apps smoothly, the "Optimus G LGL21 au 16GB" is superior to the "AQUOS PHONE 006SH SoftBank 2GB". If you're going for a high spec smart phone that runs smoothly and comfortably handles games, we recommend purchasing the "Optimus G LGL21 au 16GB" over the "AQUOS PHONE 006SH SoftBank 2GB".
Score | CPU specs | |
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AQUOS PHONE 006SH SoftBank 2GB | 2/100 | 1.5GHz×1(1.0-cores) |
Optimus G LGL21 au 16GB | 42/100 | 1.5GHz×4(4.0-cores) |
"AQUOS PHONE 006SH SoftBank 2GB" and "Optimus G LGL21 au 16GB", what's the difference in memory capacity?
RAM affects multitasking ability and the stability of apps. The larger the amount of RAM is, the more stability there will be even in situations where multiple apps are running simultaneously, allowing for comfortable use. In addition, animation will be more smooth, and apps will be less likely to freeze or crash. Also, without sufficient RAM, there are games you won't be able to run, so it is necessary to be careful.
The weight of the "AQUOS PHONE 006SH SoftBank 2GB" is 512.0MB and the weight of the "Optimus G LGL21 au 16GB" is 2.0GB. Comparing the devices in terms of RAM, the "Optimus G LGL21 au 16GB" has a significantly larger amount of RAM than the "AQUOS PHONE 006SH SoftBank 2GB", with a difference of about 510GB. In terms of the unlikeliness of crashing and the ease of multitasking, 3D games and VR, the "Optimus G LGL21 au 16GB" is superior to the "AQUOS PHONE 006SH SoftBank 2GB". If you're looking for a smart phone that can run multiple apps simultaneously with stability and also allows you to comfortably enjoy 3D games and VR, then we recommend purchasing the "Optimus G LGL21 au 16GB" over the "AQUOS PHONE 006SH SoftBank 2GB".
Score | RAM size | |
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AQUOS PHONE 006SH SoftBank 2GB | 5/100 | 512.0MB |
Optimus G LGL21 au 16GB | 50/100 | 2.0GB |
"AQUOS PHONE 006SH SoftBank 2GB" and "Optimus G LGL21 au 16GB", which has more data storage?
Storage capacity affects the amount of data that is capable of being stored. The larger the storage capacity, the more pictures you can take and the more applications you can install. In addition, if your smartphone accepts SD cards, then you can increase its storage capacity. However, there are performance related drawbacks, including a slower data transfer rate than the primary memory, and you cannot transfer all your data on the card, so be warned.
The data storage capacity of the "AQUOS PHONE 006SH SoftBank 2GB" is 2.0GB. Also the "Optimus G LGL21 au 16GB" is 16.0GB. Regarding storage capacity, the "Optimus G LGL21 au 16GB" has a much larger data storage capacity compared to the "AQUOS PHONE 006SH SoftBank 2GB", with a roughly 14GB difference. In terms of the number of pictures you can save and the applications that you can install, the "Optimus G LGL21 au 16GB" is superior to the "AQUOS PHONE 006SH SoftBank 2GB". If you are looking for a smartphone that can save more data, we recommend the "Optimus G LGL21 au 16GB" over the "AQUOS PHONE 006SH SoftBank 2GB".
Score | Storage size | |
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AQUOS PHONE 006SH SoftBank 2GB | 5/100 | 2.0GB |
Optimus G LGL21 au 16GB | 50/100 | 16.0GB |
"AQUOS PHONE 006SH SoftBank 2GB" and "Optimus G LGL21 au 16GB" rear camera performance comparison. Which has a higher resolution?
One factor that determines the performance of the exterior camera located on the back of the device (the rear/back camera) is the pixel count. The larger the pixel count, the higher the resolution of the pictures you can take, and the cleaner the pictures will look when printed.
"AQUOS PHONE 006SH SoftBank 2GB" has a 8.0MP main camera. Also, "Optimus G LGL21 au 16GB" has a 13.0MP main camera. Comparing rear camera performance, the "Optimus G LGL21 au 16GB" has a much higher pixel count compared to the "AQUOS PHONE 006SH SoftBank 2GB", with a roughly 5MP difference. In terms of taking or shooting high resolution pictures or videos that will look clean when printed, the "Optimus G LGL21 au 16GB" is superior to the "AQUOS PHONE 006SH SoftBank 2GB". If you are looking for a smartphone that is suited for shooting videos and taking pictures, we recommend the "Optimus G LGL21 au 16GB" over the "AQUOS PHONE 006SH SoftBank 2GB".
Score | Rear-camera resolution | |
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AQUOS PHONE 006SH SoftBank 2GB | 50/100 | 8.0MP |
Optimus G LGL21 au 16GB | 61/100 | 13.0MP |
"AQUOS PHONE 006SH SoftBank 2GB" and "Optimus G LGL21 au 16GB", whose front camera has a better picture quality?
One factor that determines the performance of the exterior camera located on the front of the device (the in/front camera) is the pixel count. The larger the pixel count, the higher the resolution of the pictures you can take, and the cleaner the pictures will look when printed.
"AQUOS PHONE 006SH SoftBank 2GB" has an 0.31MP front camera and "Optimus G LGL21 au 16GB" has an 1.3MP front camera. Comparing rear camera performance, the front camera of the "Optimus G LGL21 au 16GB" has a higher pixel count than the "AQUOS PHONE 006SH SoftBank 2GB", with a roughly 0.99MP difference. As a result, the "Optimus G LGL21 au 16GB" is better able to take high quality selfies than the "AQUOS PHONE 006SH SoftBank 2GB", and the pictures will look cleaner when printed. Therefore, we recommend the "Optimus G LGL21 au 16GB".
Score | Front-camera resolution | |
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AQUOS PHONE 006SH SoftBank 2GB | 0/100 | 0.31MP |
Optimus G LGL21 au 16GB | 7/100 | 1.3MP |
"AQUOS PHONE 006SH SoftBank 2GB" and "Optimus G LGL21 au 16GB", performance comparison by specification sheet
AQUOS PHONE 006SH SoftBank 2GB | Optimus G LGL21 au 16GB | |
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Maker | LG | |
Brand | AQUOS | Optimus |
Release date | 2011-06-04 | 2012-11-02 |
Color | / / | / |
OS | Android | Android |
Dimensions (width x height x thickness) | 64.0mm x 130.0mm x 13.0mm | 69.0mm x 137.0mm x 10.3mm |
Weight | 139.0g | 143.0g |
Display size | 4.2inch | 4.7inch |
Display type | New ASV | IPS |
Screen resolution (width x height) | 540 x 960 | 720 x 1280 |
Pixel density | 262ppi | 312ppi |
Battery capacity | 1240.0mAh | 2210.0mAh |
Chipset | Snapdragon S2 MSM8255 | Snapdragon S4 Pro APQ8064 |
CPU specs | 1.5GHz×1(1.0-cores) | 1.5GHz×4(4.0-cores) |
RAM size | 512.0MB | 2.0GB |
Storage size | 2.0GB | 16.0GB |
Rear-camera resolution | 8.0MP | 13.0MP |
Front-camera resolution | 0.31MP | 1.3MP |
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