Overall Score
72.4Category Breakdown
Overall(#666)72.4
Performance(#1144)88.2
Camera(#1389)63.9
Display(#1143)84.6
Battery(#351)90.4
Build(#947)78.7
Connectivity(#2115)64.7
Audio(#115)87.6
Comparisons Featuring LG Velvet
Short Review
- The LG Velvet features a sleek design with glass front and back, an aluminum frame, and dimensions of 167.1 x 74.1 x 7.9 mm, weighing 180g.
- Its 6.8-inch P-OLED display offers a resolution of 1080 x 2460 pixels, delivering a pixel density of approximately 395 ppi, although it operates at a standard 60Hz refresh rate.
- Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 chipset, it includes an octa-core CPU and Adreno 630 GPU, ensuring smooth performance with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage.
- The rear camera setup consists of a 48 MP wide lens, an 8 MP ultrawide lens, and a 5 MP depth sensor, capable of recording 4K video at 30fps, while the 16 MP front camera captures decent selfies.
- The 4300mAh battery supports 15W wired and wireless charging, providing adequate longevity for daily use.
- Running Android 10, the device is upgradable to Android 12, offering a modern software experience.
- It includes stereo speakers and a headphone jack for enhanced audio options.
- Connectivity features include Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.1, NFC, and USB Type-C.
- The phone is available in Black and Aurora Silver, though it lacks water resistance.
- Overall, the LG Velvet combines an attractive design with solid performance and camera capabilities.
Specifications
General
Release Date2020, July 28
Announced2020, July 28
DescriptionAlso available with 5G
Display
Size6.8"
TypeP-OLED
Resolution1080 x 2460 pixels (~395 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm SDM845 Snapdragon 845 (10 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x2.8 GHz Kryo 385 Gold & 4x1.8 GHz Kryo 385 Silver)
GPUAdreno 630
Memory128GB 6GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera48 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, PDAF8 MP, f/2.2, 120˚, 15mm (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm5 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, panorama, HDR
Front Camera16 MP, f/1.9, 29mm (standard), 1/3.06, 1.0µm
Front Camera FeaturesHDR
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS
Selfie Video4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity4300 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 4300 mAh
Charging Details15W wired, QC39W wireless
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✓
Build & Safety
Dimensions167.1 x 74.1 x 7.9 mm (6.58 x 2.92 x 0.31 in)
Weight180 g
MaterialsGlass front, glass back, aluminum frame
ColorsBlack, Aurora Silver
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE (CA)
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.1, A2DP, LE
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✓
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 10, upgradable to Android 12
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer