Overall Score
60.2Category Breakdown
Overall(#2664)60.2
Performance(#9435)54.3
Camera(#865)50.6
Display(#5108)70.5
Battery(#1374)61.5
Build(#522)79.8
Comparisons Featuring LG G6
Short Review
- The LG G6 features a sleek design with a glass front and back, reinforced by Gorilla Glass 3 and 5, and an aluminum frame, making it both stylish and durable.
- Its 5.7-inch IPS LCD display supports HDR10 and Dolby Vision, offering a resolution of 1440 x 2880 pixels at a density of approximately 564 ppi, ensuring vibrant visuals.
- Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 821 chipset, the device delivers solid performance with a quad-core CPU and Adreno 530 GPU, supported by up to 128GB of storage and 4GB of RAM.
- The dual rear camera setup includes a 13 MP standard lens with OIS and a 13 MP ultrawide lens, capable of recording 4K video at 30fps.
- A 5 MP front camera is available for selfies, providing decent quality for social media.
- The 3300 mAh battery supports 18W fast charging and wireless charging, ensuring convenience for users on the go.
- Running on Android 7.0 Nougat, the software can be upgraded to Android 9.0 Pie, featuring LG's UX 8 interface.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2, NFC, and USB Type-C 3.1.
- The phone is available in various colors, enhancing its appeal.
- Overall, the LG G6 combines a premium build, impressive display, and capable performance in a compact form factor.
Specifications
General
Release Date2017, April 07
Announced2017, February 26
DescriptionVersions: LG G6+ with 128 GB storage; H870 (Europe); H871 (AT&T); H872 (T-Mobile); H873 (Canada); H870K (Australia); LS993 (Sprint); US997 (U.S. Cellular); VS988 (Verizon Wireless)
Display
Size5.7"
TypeIPS LCD, HDR10, Dolby Vision
Resolution1440 x 2880 pixels, 18:9 ratio (~564 ppi density)
PPI1440
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✓
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 3
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8996 Snapdragon 821 (14 nm)
CPUQuad-core (2x2.35 GHz Kryo & 2x1.6 GHz Kryo)
GPUAdreno 530
Memory32GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) - dual SIM model only
Camera
Main Camera13 MP
Main Camera Details13 MP, f/1.8, 30mm (standard), 1/3.1", 1.12µm, PDAF, 3-axis OIS13 MP, f/2.4, 12mm (ultrawide), no AF
Front Camera5 MP
Front Camera Details5 MP, f/2.2, 18mm
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, HDR, 24-bit/192kHz stereo sound rec.
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✓
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity3300 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 3300 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details18W wired, QC3, 50% in 30 minWireless (USA)
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✓
Build & Design
Dimensions148.9 x 71.9 x 7.9 mm (5.86 x 2.83 x 0.31 in)
Weight163 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 3), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsAstro Black, Ice Platinum, Terra Gold, Marine Blue, Mystic White, Raspberry Rose, Moroccan Blue, Lavender Violet
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (3CA) Cat12 600/150 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 3.1, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 7.0 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie), LG UX 8 UI
OS VersionAndroid 7.0 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie), LG UX 8 UI
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes