Overall Score
61.2Category Breakdown
Overall(#2328)61.2
Performance(#5430)57.9
Camera(#939)50.0
Display(#3602)70.5
Battery(#1336)61.5
Build(#147)79.8
Comparisons Featuring LG G4
Short Review
- The LG G4 features a sleek design with dimensions of 148.9 x 76.1 x 6.3 - 9.8 mm and a weight of 155g, utilizing Gorilla Glass 3 on the front and a plastic back available in various colors, including leather options.
- Its 5.5-inch IPS LCD display boasts a resolution of 1440 x 2560 pixels, providing sharp visuals at approximately 538 ppi.
- Performance is driven by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 808 chipset with a hexa-core CPU and 3GB of RAM, ensuring smooth multitasking.
- The rear camera is a standout with a 16 MP sensor, f/1.8 aperture, and 3-axis OIS, capable of recording 4K video at 30fps.
- Battery life is supported by a 3000mAh capacity, with 18W fast charging and wireless charging capabilities.
- The device runs on Android 5.1.1, upgradable to 7.0, featuring LG's UX 4 interface.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1, and NFC.
- The phone lacks water resistance but offers a headphone jack for audio.
- Special features include a microUSB 2.0 port with SlimPort 4K support.
- Overall, the LG G4 combines solid performance, a vibrant display, and a capable camera in a stylish package.
Specifications
General
Release Date2015, April 29
Announced2015, April 28
DescriptionVersions: H815 (EMEA), H815TR (Turkey), H815T (Hong Kong), H815P (LATAM, South Africa), H812 (Canada), H810 (AT&T), H811 (T-Mobile), LS991 (Sprint), VS986 (Verizon), US991 (US Cellular)
Display
Size5.5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1440 x 2560 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~538 ppi density)
PPI1440
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 3
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8992 Snapdragon 808 (20 nm)
CPUHexa-core (4x1.4 GHz Cortex-A53 & 2x1.8 GHz Cortex-A57)
GPUAdreno 418
Memory32GB 3GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera16 MP
Main Camera Details16 MP, f/1.8, 28mm (wide), 1/2.6", 1.12µm, 3-axis OIS
Front Camera8 MP
Front Camera Details8 MP, f/2.0, 1/4.0", 1.12µm
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps, HDR, stereo sound rec.
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✓
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity3000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3000 mAh, removable
Charging Details18W wired, QC2Wireless (Qi) (optional)
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✓
Build & Design
Dimensions148.9 x 76.1 x 6.3 - 9.8 mm
Weight155 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 3), plastic back, plastic frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsGrey, White, Gold, Leather Black, Leather Brown, Leather Red, White/Gold
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMMicro-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (2CA) Cat6 300/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth4.1, A2DP, LE, aptX
NFC✓
USBmicroUSB 2.0 (SlimPort 4K), OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 5.1.1 (Lollipop), upgradable to 7.0 (Nougat), LG UX 4 UI
OS VersionAndroid 5.1.1 (Lollipop), upgradable to 7.0 (Nougat), LG UX 4 UI
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes