Comparison: LG G Pro 2 vs Samsung Galaxy Note 3

Yesterday, we got a hands-on of LG’s latest superphone that packs a 5.9-inch Full HD display, a Snapdragon 800 CPU, and 3GB of RAM – the LG G Pro 2. Let’s pit it against another superphone that packs almost the same specs – the Samsung Galaxy Note 3. Let’s find out who looks better on paper by reading our comparison below.

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The differences?

Display

In terms of display, both have Full HD resolution displays mounted with Gorilla Glass 3. However, the LG G Pro 2 wins when it comes to size by having a slightly larger 5.9-inch screen compared to the Note 3′s 5.7-inch. On the other hand, the Note 3 wins in terms of pixel density at 386ppi compared to the G Pro 2′s 373ppi. Both feature different display panels as well – True Full HD IPS Plus LCD on the G Pro 2 and Super AMOLED on the Note 3.

CPU

Both devices sport the same Snapdragon 800 processors, Adreno 330 GPUs and 3GB RAMs. The Note 3, however has a bit higher CPU clock speed at 2.3Ghz compared to the 2.26GHz on the G Pro 2.

Storage

The Note 3 offers more storage variants ranging from 16GB to 64GB, while the G Pro 2 has 16GB and 32GB variants. Both devices support microSDs up to 64GB capacities.

Camera

The G Pro 2 and Note 3 are both equipped with 13 megapixel shooters with support for 4K video recording. However, the G Pro 2′s camera should be superior as it sports optical image stabilization (OIS Plus) compared to the Note 3′s software image stabilization.

Software

The G Pro 2 will run the latest Android 4.4.2 Kitkat out of the box with a new UI. While the 5-month old Note 3 runs Android 4.3 Jellybean with TouchWiz. Note 3 owners shouldn’t fret though as it can be upgraded to Kitkat.

Dimensions

With a 5.9-inch display, the G Pro 2 is taller and wider than the Note 3 but both have equal thickness at 8.3mm. The G Pro 2 is heavier as well at 172g compared to the 168g Note 3. To add, the G Pro 2 has a textured rear while the Note 3 has faux leather.

Others

The G Pro 2 has FM Radio on board, a Rear Key, and a high power 1W speaker. The Note 3, on the other hand, has the S-Pen which is a good partner for productivity on-the-go.

Pricing

The Note 3 launched locally last year with an SRP of almost Php37,000, but some online shops are now selling it for around Php27,000. As for the LG G Pro 2, the pricing is yet to be announced. If LG could price the G Pro 2 aggressively like they did with the G2 when it was launched locally then that would be great.

For now, which smartphone do you think is the best bet? Or should we just wait for the Galaxy Note 4 later this year? Share your thoughts below.

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Samsung Galaxy Note 3, Gear launched in the Philippines

SM Aura Premier, BGC – Samsung has officially launched in the country last night the 5.7-inch Galaxy Note 3 and its camera-equipped companion smartwatch, the Galaxy Gear.

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To give you a recap, the Note 3 and the Gear went official on September 5 during Samsung’s Unpacked 2013 event in Berlin, and it was just yesterday that the said devices were officially launched in the Philippines.

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We have already posted a number of articles about the Galaxy Note 3 this month starting from the IFA announcement in Berlin so we’re just going to sum them up for your convenience:

* Samsung Galaxy Note 3 becomes official!
* Samsung Galaxy Gear companion device unveiled
* Hands-on at IFA: Samsung Galaxy Note 3 N9005
* Samsung Galaxy Note 3 now in stores for Php36,990
* Galaxy Note 3 at Php36,990, Galaxy Gear at Php13,990

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Samsung Galaxy Note 3 SM-N9005 specs:
5.68-inch full HD Super AMOLED display @ 1920×1080 pixels, 388ppi
Qualcomm MSM8974 Snapdragon 800 2.265GHz quad-core
Adreno 330 Graphics
3GB RAM
32GB, 64GB internal storage
up to 64GB via microSD card
LTE Category 4 150Mbps
WiFi 802.11ac
Bluetooth 4.0
NFC
IR Blaster
GPS w/ aGPS support, GLONASS
13MP rear camera, BSI sensor
1080p @ 60fps
1.9MP front-facing camera
1080p video @ 30fps
3200mAh Li-Ion battery
8.3mm thin
168 grams
Android 4.3 Jellybean

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As mentioned in the earlier article, the Galaxy Note 3 LTE 32GB model will sell for Php36,990 and the Samsung Galaxy Gear will retail for Php13,990. In addition, the Note 3 Flip Cover will retail for Php1,699 and will be available starting October 4.

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To spice things up a bit, Samsung is offering a “First Day Promo” wherein buyers of the Galaxy Note 3 and Galaxy Gear can get Special Discounts amounting to Php3,000 while the Flip Cover will get a discount of Php500.

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The Samsung Galaxy Note 3 First Day Promo will run on September 28, 2013 only during mall hours at Samsung Experience Shops in SM Aura, SM Mall of Asia, SM City Cebu, SM Consolacion, SM Davao,and SM Lanang. For more details about the promo please visit Samsung PH’s website here.

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