Overall Score
68.9Category Breakdown
Overall(#805)68.9
Performance(#1821)83.4
Camera(#342)96.3
Display(#1129)85.0
Battery(#452)86.7
Build(#759)80.5
Connectivity(#1678)71.6
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring LG V40 ThinQ
Short Review
- The LG V40 ThinQ features a sleek design with a glass front and back, reinforced by Gorilla Glass 5, and an aluminum frame, weighing 169g.
- Its 6.4-inch P-OLED display supports HDR10 with a resolution of 1440 x 3120 pixels, providing vibrant colors and sharp details.
- Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 chipset, it offers robust performance with an octa-core CPU and Adreno 630 GPU, complemented by options for 64GB or 128GB of storage and 6GB of RAM.
- The camera system includes a versatile triple rear setup with a 12MP standard lens, a 12MP telephoto lens with 2x optical zoom, and a 16MP ultrawide lens, capable of recording 4K video.
- The 3300mAh battery supports 18W wired charging and wireless charging, ensuring decent longevity.
- Running on Android 8.1, it is upgradable to Android 10, providing a modern software experience.
- Notable features include a headphone jack and NFC support, enhancing connectivity options.
- The device is available in several colors, including New Platinum Gray and New Moroccan Blue.
- However, it lacks stereo speakers and 5G connectivity.
- Overall, the LG V40 ThinQ combines solid performance, an impressive display, and a versatile camera system in a stylish package.
Specifications
General
Release Date2018, October 16
Announced2018, October 03
DescriptionVersions: V405QA7 (USA Unlocked); V405UA (Sprint, AT&T, Verizon); V405TAB (T-Mobile); V405UA0 (U.S. Cellular)
Display
Size6.4"
TypeP-OLED, HDR10
Resolution1440 x 3120 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~537 ppi density)
PPI1440
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✓
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 5
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm SDM845 Snapdragon 845 (10 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x2.8 GHz Kryo 385 Gold & 4x1.7 GHz Kryo 385 Silver)
GPUAdreno 630
Memory64GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera12 MP, 27mm (standard), f/1.5, 1/2.55", 1.4µm, dual pixel PDAF, 3-axis OIS12 MP, 52mm (telephoto), f/2.4, 1.0µm, 2x optical zoom, PDAF, OIS16 MP, 16mm (ultrawide), f/1.9, 1/3.1", 1.0µm, no AF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, HDR, panorama
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera FeaturesHDR
Video Recording4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps, 24-bit/192kHz stereo sound rec., HDR video, gyro-EIS
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✓
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity3300 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 3300 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details18W wired, PD2.0, QC3, 50% in 36 min10W wireless (Qi)
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✓
Build & Safety
Dimensions158.8 x 75.7 x 7.6 mm (6.25 x 2.98 x 0.30 in)
Weight169 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum frame
ColorsNew Platinum Gray, Carmine Red, New Aurora Black, New Moroccan Blue
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / 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 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 8.1 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 10
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer