Overall Score
54.5Category Breakdown
Overall(#1824)54.5
Performance(#4168)60.9
Camera(#838)82.5
Display(#2992)71.2
Battery(#484)84.8
Build(#363)88.7
Connectivity(#2531)61.7
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring LG G3
Short Review
- The LG G3 features a sleek design with dimensions of 146.3 x 74.6 x 8.9 mm and a weight of 149g, utilizing Gorilla Glass 3 on the front and a plastic back.
- Its 5.5-inch True HD-IPS + LCD display boasts a high resolution of 1440 x 2560 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 538 ppi.
- Performance is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 chipset with a quad-core 2.5 GHz CPU and Adreno 330 GPU, complemented by options of 16GB or 32GB storage and up to 3GB RAM.
- The rear camera is a 13 MP unit with optical image stabilization (OIS) and can record video in 4K at 30fps, while the front camera is 2.1 MP.
- The 3000 mAh battery supports wireless charging but lacks fast charging capabilities.
- Running on Android 4.4.2, it is upgradable to 6.0 Marshmallow, providing a smooth user experience.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.0, and NFC.
- The device is available in multiple colors, including Metallic Black and Silk White.
- Special features include a microUSB 2.0 port with SlimPort and OTG support.
- Overall, the LG G3 combines solid performance with a high-quality display and versatile camera capabilities.
Specifications
General
Release Date2014
Announced2014
DescriptionVersions: D855 (Europe); D850 (AT&T); D851 (T-Mobile); D852 (Canada)
Display
Size5.5"
TypeTrue HD-IPS + LCD
Resolution1440 x 2560 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~538 ppi density)
PPI1440
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 3
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8974AC Snapdragon 801 (28 nm)
CPUQuad-core 2.5 GHz Krait 400
GPUAdreno 330
Memory16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera13 MP, f/2.4, 29mm (standard), 1/3.1", 1.12µm, PDAF, OIS
Main Camera FeaturesLaser AF, Dual-LED dual-tone flash, panorama, HDR
Front Camera2.1 MP, f/2.0
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps, HDR, stereo sound rec.
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✓
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity3000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3000 mAh, removable
Charging DetailsWireless (Qi) (optional)
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✓
Build & Safety
Dimensions146.3 x 74.6 x 8.9 mm (5.76 x 2.94 x 0.35 in)
Weight149 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 3), plastic back, plastic frame
ColorsMetallic Black, Silk White, Shine Gold, Moon Violet, Burgundy Red, Blue Steel
Foldable✗
SAR0.39 W/kg (head) 0.48 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIMMicro-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/21.1 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP, LE, aptX
NFC✓
USBmicroUSB 2.0 (SlimPort), OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 4.4.2 (KitKat), upgradable to 6.0 (Marshmallow)
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass