Overall Score
65.2Category Breakdown
Overall(#1238)65.2
Performance(#2458)64.8
Camera(#821)50.8
Display(#1622)79.5
Battery(#1377)61.5
Build(#529)79.8
Comparisons Featuring LG V30S ThinQ
Short Review
- The LG V30S ThinQ features a sleek design with a glass front and back, reinforced by Gorilla Glass 5, and an aluminum frame, making it both stylish and durable.
- It boasts a 6.0-inch P-OLED display with a resolution of 1440 x 2880 pixels, supporting HDR10 and Dolby Vision for vibrant visuals.
- Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 chipset, it offers smooth performance with an octa-core CPU and Adreno 540 GPU, complemented by 6GB of RAM.
- The camera system includes a dual rear setup with a 16 MP standard lens and a 13 MP ultrawide lens, capable of recording 4K video and featuring optical image stabilization.
- Battery life is supported by a 3300 mAh capacity with 18W fast charging and wireless charging capabilities.
- Running on Android 8.0 with LG UX 6, the software experience is user-friendly, although slightly dated.
- Notable connectivity options include Bluetooth 5.0, NFC, and USB Type-C 3.1.
- The device is available in New Moroccan Blue and New Platinum Gray colors.
- It also features a headphone jack for audio enthusiasts.
- Overall, the LG V30S ThinQ combines solid performance, a high-quality display, and versatile camera capabilities.
Specifications
General
Release Date2018
Announced2018
DescriptionAlso known as LG V30S+ ThinQ with 256 GB storage
Display
Size6"
TypeP-OLED, HDR10, Dolby Vision
Resolution1440 x 2880 pixels, 18:9 ratio (~538 ppi density)
PPI1440
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✓
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 5
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8998 Snapdragon 835 (10 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x2.45 GHz Kryo & 4x1.9 GHz Kryo)
GPUAdreno 540
Memory128GB 6GB RAM, 256GB 6GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot) - single-SIM modelmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) - dual-SIM model
Camera
Main Camera16 MP
Main Camera Details16 MP, f/1.6, 30mm (standard), 1/3.1", 1.0µm, PDAF, 3-axis OIS13 MP, f/1.9, 13mm (ultrawide), 1/3.4", 1.0µm
Front Camera5 MP
Front Camera Details5 MP, f/2.2, 22mm (wide), 1/5.0", 1.12µm
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, 720p@120fps, 24-bit/192kHz stereo sound rec., HDR video
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✓
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity3300 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 3300 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details18W wired, PD2.0, QC3, 50% in 36 min10W wireless
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✓
Build & Design
Dimensions151.7 x 75.4 x 7.3 mm (5.97 x 2.97 x 0.29 in)
Weight158 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsNew Maroccan Blue, New Platinum Gray
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (4CA) Cat16 1024/150 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
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 8.0 (Oreo), LG UX 6
OS VersionAndroid 8.0 (Oreo), LG UX 6
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes