Overall Score
57.5Category Breakdown
Overall(#3868)57.5
Performance(#4654)60.3
Camera(#1761)46.9
Display(#5191)70.5
Battery(#9177)43.5
Build(#7467)70.8
Comparisons Featuring LG G4 Stylus
Short Review
- The LG G4 Stylus features a large 5.7-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, providing decent clarity at approximately 258 ppi.
- Its build dimensions are 154.3 x 79.2 x 9.6 mm, weighing 163 grams, and it is available in Metallic Silver and Floral White.
- Performance is powered by either a Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 or a Mediatek MT6592M chipset, with options for quad-core or octa-core CPUs, supported by 1GB or 2GB of RAM depending on the variant.
- The camera system includes a 13 MP rear camera with optical image stabilization and 1080p video recording, alongside a 5 MP front camera for selfies.
- The battery capacity is 3000 mAh, providing sufficient power for daily use, though it lacks fast or wireless charging capabilities.
- It runs on Android 5.0 Lollipop, upgradable to 5.1, offering a basic software experience.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.1, NFC, and microUSB 2.0, but it does not support 5G.
- The device also lacks HDR support and stereo speakers, which may limit multimedia experiences.
- Notably, the G4 Stylus includes a stylus pen, enhancing its functionality for note-taking and drawing.
- Overall, it presents a balanced combination of features for its time, catering to users who value a stylus and larger display.
Specifications
General
Release Date2015
Announced2015
DescriptionVersions: H631 (T-Mobile); MS631 (Metro PCS); H635 (EMEA); H540 (UAE); H630D (India); H542 (Mexico)
Display
Size5.7"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~258 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 3
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8916 Snapdragon 410 (28 nm) - H631, H635, H630D, MS631Mediatek MT6592M - H540
CPUQuad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A53 - H631, H635, H630D, MS631Octa-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A7 - H540
GPUAdreno 306 - H631, H635, H630D, MS631Mali-450MP4 - H540
Memory8GB 1GB RAM (H635,H540,H630D,H542), 16GB 2GB RAM (H631,MS631)
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera13 MP
Main Camera Details13 MP, f/2.4, OIS (H631, H540, H630D, MS631)8 MP, f/2.4 (H635)
Front Camera5 MP
Front Camera Details5 MP
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✓
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity3000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3000 mAh, removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions154.3 x 79.2 x 9.6 mm (6.07 x 3.12 x 0.38 in)
Weight163 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsMetallic Silver, Floral White
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMMicro-SIM - H631, H635, MS631, H542Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by) - H540, H630D
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth4.1, A2DP
NFC✓
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 5.0 (Lollipop), upgradable to 5.1 (Lollipop)
OS VersionAndroid 5.0 (Lollipop), upgradable to 5.1 (Lollipop)
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes