iPhone 5s vs LG X100S Smart Folder LTE: Which One Should You Buy?

These two are too close to call on BeastScore — the right choice depends on what matters to you.

Head-to-head
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Apple · 2013

iPhone 5s

iPhone 5s
61/ 100
Launch price$649
Lg · 2017

LG X100S Smart Folder LTE

LG X100S Smart Folder LTE
61/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Head-to-head

Too close to call: 0 of 5 categories each

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

iPhone 5s
iPhone 5s
0 wins
LG X100S Smart Folder LTE
LG X100S Smart Folder LTE
0 wins
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraBatteryDisplayValue
iPhone 5sLG X100S Smart Folder LTE
Category winners

Scores out of 100. How we score

  • SpeedTie
    60
    60
  • CameraTie
    60
    60
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieNot enough data
  • BatteryTie
    58
    58
  • DisplayTie
    62
    62
  • ConnectivityNot enough data
  • SecurityNot enough data
  • ValueTie
    68
    68
Key differences
  • LG X100S Smart Folder LTE has the bigger battery1,940 mAh vs 1,560 mAh
  • iPhone 5s has the bigger screen4" vs 3.3"
  • iPhone 5s is lighter112 g vs 142 g
  • LG X100S Smart Folder LTE has more RAM2 GB vs 1 GB
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy iPhone 5s
  • ✓30 g lighter (112 g vs 142 g), easier to hold
  • ✓8 MP main camera
  • ✓4" display at 60 Hz
Reasons to buy LG X100S Smart Folder LTE
  • ✓Bigger 1,940 mAh battery (+380 mAh)
  • ✓3.3" display

Full specifications

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SpecificationiPhone 5sLG X100S Smart Folder LTE
1. Display & Screen
Screen typeLED-backlit IPS LCD RetinaColor IPS TFT LCD display
Screen Size4"3.3"
Resolution & Density1136x640 (326 ppi)480x844 (294 ppi)
Refresh Rate60 HzNot listed
Brightness500 nits peakN/A
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance
Chipset / ProcessorNot listed Not listed
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsNot listedNot listed
Operating SystemiOS 7Android
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory1 GB LPDDR2 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage16GB / 32GB / 64GB16GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics
Primary Camera8 MP, f/2.2N/A
Telephoto ZoomNone (digital zoom only)Not listed
Ultrawide CameraN/AN/A
LiDAR / DepthNoneNot listed
5. Video
Main Camera Video
Not listed
Not listed
Front Video
Not listed
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens1.2 MP, f/2.4N/A
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 iPhone 5s Lightest Chassis
Dimensions123.8 x 58.6 x 7.6 mmN/A
Weight112 g142 g
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceNot listedNot listed
8. Battery & Charging
Battery Capacity1,560 mAh1,940 mAh
Wired Fast Charging5W wired fast chargingN/A
Wireless ChargingNot listedNot listed
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerNot listedNot listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 4Not listed
Bluetooth4.0Not listed
USB Port & SpeedLightningNot listed
NFCYesYes
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsNot listedNot listed
Satellite FeaturesNot listedNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsNot listedNot listed
Launch Price$649Price on request
Our verdict

iPhone 5s and LG X100S Smart Folder LTE are evenly matched

It's a close call. Pick the iPhone 5s for its bigger screen (4" vs 3.3") and lighter body (112 g vs 142 g), or the LG X100S Smart Folder LTE for its bigger battery (1,940 mAh vs 1,560 mAh) and more RAM (2 GB vs 1 GB).

Buy iPhone 5s if you want

Larger display: 4" vs 3.3" · Lighter: 112 g vs 142 g (30 g less)

Buy LG X100S Smart Folder LTE if you want

Larger battery: 1,940 mAh vs 1,560 mAh

Common questions

Which is better: iPhone 5s or LG X100S Smart Folder LTE?

It's a close call. Pick the iPhone 5s for its bigger screen (4" vs 3.3") and lighter body (112 g vs 142 g), or the LG X100S Smart Folder LTE for its bigger battery (1,940 mAh vs 1,560 mAh) and more RAM (2 GB vs 1 GB). BeastScore: iPhone 5s 60.8/100, LG X100S Smart Folder LTE 60.8/100.

What are the main battery and display differences between iPhone 5s and LG X100S Smart Folder LTE?

iPhone 5s has a 4-inch display and 1560 mAh battery. LG X100S Smart Folder LTE has a 3.3-inch display and 1940 mAh battery.

How do iPhone 5s and LG X100S Smart Folder LTE compare for speed?

iPhone 5s scores 60/100 for performance; LG X100S Smart Folder LTE scores 60/100.

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