Overall Score
67.0Category Breakdown
Overall(#954)67.0
Performance(#1082)70.8
Camera(#744)51.6
Display(#1631)79.5
Battery(#1389)61.5
Build(#1398)77.8
Comparisons Featuring LG V50 ThinQ 5G
Short Review
- The LG V50 ThinQ 5G features a sleek design with a glass front and back, supported by an aluminum frame, and is available in New Aurora Black.
- Its 6.4-inch P-OLED display offers a resolution of 1440 x 3120 pixels with HDR10 support, providing vibrant visuals.
- Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 chipset, it delivers robust performance with an octa-core CPU and Adreno 640 GPU, complemented by 6GB of RAM.
- The camera system includes a versatile triple rear setup with a 12 MP wide, 12 MP telephoto, and 16 MP ultrawide lens, capable of recording 4K video and featuring optical image stabilization.
- The 4000 mAh battery supports 18W wired and wireless charging, ensuring longevity throughout the day.
- Running Android 9.0 with an upgrade path to Android 11, it offers a smooth user experience.
- Special features include stereo speakers and a headphone jack, enhancing audio quality.
- Connectivity options include 5G support, Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0, NFC, and USB Type-C 3.1.
- Weighing 183g and measuring 159.2 x 76.1 x 8.3 mm, it is both lightweight and portable.
- Overall, the LG V50 ThinQ 5G combines premium design with high-end specifications.
Specifications
General
Release Date2019, April 19
Announced2019, February 24
DescriptionVersions: LM-V500N (Korea), LM-V500EM (Global), LM-V500XM (USA); LM-V450PM (Sprint)Also known as LG V50 Dual Screen
Display
Size6.4"
TypeP-OLED, HDR10
Resolution1440 x 3120 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~538 ppi density)
PPI1440
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
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
Memory128GB 6GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera12 MP
Main Camera Details12 MP, 27mm (wide), f/1.5, 1/2.55", 1.4µm, dual pixel PDAF, 3-axis OIS12 MP, 52mm (telephoto), f/2.4, 1/3.4", 1.0µm, 2x optical zoom, PDAF, OIS16 MP, 16mm (ultrawide), f/1.9, 1/3.1", 1.0µm, no AF
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera DetailsN/A
Video Recording4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps, 24-bit/192kHz stereo sound rec., HDR10 video, gyro-EIS
Selfie Video1080p@60fps
OIS✓
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity4000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 4000 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details18W wired, PD2.0, QC3, 50% in 36 min10W wireless (Qi)
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✓
Build & Design
Dimensions159.2 x 76.1 x 8.3 mm (6.27 x 3.00 x 0.33 in)
Weight183 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back (Gorilla Glass 6), aluminum frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsNew Aurora Black
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (6CA) Cat18 1200/75 Mbps, 5G (2+ Gbps DL)
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 9.0 (Pie), upgradable to Android 11
OS VersionAndroid 9.0 (Pie), upgradable to Android 11
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
Audio
Stereo Speakers✓
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackYes