Overall Score
75.6Category Breakdown
Overall(#510)75.6
Performance(#1791)83.5
Camera(#417)95.7
Display(#1056)86.1
Battery(#432)87.4
Build(#727)81.1
Connectivity(#1677)71.6
Audio(#115)87.6
Comparisons Featuring LG G8S ThinQ
Short Review
- The LG G8S ThinQ features a sleek design with a glass front and back, supported by an aluminum frame, and is available in multiple colors.
- Its 6.21-inch G-OLED display offers HDR10 support and a resolution of 1080 x 2248 pixels, providing vibrant visuals.
- Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 chipset, it delivers strong performance with an octa-core CPU and Adreno 640 GPU, complemented by options of 64GB or 128GB storage paired with 6GB RAM.
- The camera system includes a versatile triple rear setup with 12 MP wide, 12 MP telephoto, and 13 MP ultrawide lenses, capable of 4K video recording and enhanced features like OIS.
- The front-facing 8 MP camera supports decent selfies.
- A 3550 mAh battery supports 18W fast charging and wireless charging, ensuring adequate power throughout the day.
- The device runs on Android 9.0, upgradable to Android 12, providing a smooth user experience.
- It includes stereo speakers and a headphone jack for enhanced audio.
- Connectivity options are robust, featuring Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, NFC, and USB Type-C 3.1.
- Overall, the LG G8S ThinQ combines solid specifications with a premium build and versatile camera capabilities.
Specifications
General
Release Date2019, July 02
Announced2019, February 24
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size6.21"
TypeG-OLED, HDR10
Resolution1080 x 2248 pixels (~401 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✓
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 5
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm SM8150 Snapdragon 855 (7 nm)
CPUOcta-core (1x2.84 GHz Kryo 485 & 3x2.42 GHz Kryo 485 & 4x1.78 GHz Kryo 485)
GPUAdreno 640
Memory64GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot) - single-SIM modelmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) - dual-SIM model
Camera
Main Camera12 MP, f/1.8, 27mm (wide), 1.4µm, PDAF, OIS12 MP, f/2.6, 49mm (telephoto), 1.0µm, PDAF, 2x optical zoom13 MP, f/2.4, 14mm (ultrawide), 1.0µm
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera8 MP, f/1.9, 26mm (wide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm, AFTOF 3D, f/1.4, (depth sensor)
Front Camera FeaturesHDR
Video Recording4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps, 1080p@240fps, HDR, 24-bit/192kHz stereo sound rec.
Selfie Video1080p@60fps
Optical Stabilization✓
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity3550 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 3550 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details18W wired, QC3Wireless
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✓
Build & Safety
Dimensions155.3 x 76.6 x 8 mm (6.11 x 3.02 x 0.31 in)
Weight181 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back (Gorilla Glass 6), aluminum frame
ColorsMirror Black, Mirror Teal, Mirror White, Carmine Red, New Aurora Black, New Moroccan Blue
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat19 1600/150 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 3.1, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✓
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 9.0 (Pie), upgradable to Android 12
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer