LG G5 H860 32GB LTE (GOLD)
Pros
- Beautiful screen
- Modular design
- Strong performance
- Wide angle camera
- Cheaper than other devices with the same specs
Cons
- Average battery life
- Design not for everybody
Bottom Line
The LG G5 tries to deliver a unique Android experience with its dual cameras and future-proof modular design, and it is sure to catch the eye of those looking for something a little bit different.
The LG G5 is a 2016 5.3-inch high-end smartphone praised for its innovative modular design, dual cameras, fast performance and premium design. Unlike its plastic/leather predecessor, it features an all-metal body, and with a reduced screen-size to give it a premium look. It is also exceptionally comfortable to handle with one hand. LG included two back cameras, with users loving the wide angle shots from the secondary lens. However, the G5 still does not feel as premium as other flagships like the Galaxy S7 and iPhone 6s, and while the idle mode notifications prove useful, the phone’s always-on screen reduces the phone to less-than-full day stamina.
- Weight: 0.35 lbs
- Processor: Snapdragon 820 MSM8996 2.2GHz
- Display Size: 5.2 inches
- RAM: 4GB
- Operating System: Android 6.0 Marshmallow
- Battery Life: 20 hours
Score Summary
Critic Reviews
-
Cnet April 4, 2016
This is the phone to get if you want a removable battery, but it fails to live up to its world-changing Swiss Army Knife potential.
Read full review -
TechRadar August 1, 2016
The LG G5's modular party pieces are yet to be fully realized, but away from that you've got a supremely solid flagship smartphone - if only the battery was a bit better.
Read full review -
Trusted Reviews August 10, 2016
Combine this with the disappointing build and you have a phone that is great in many areas, but misses the mark overall.
Read full review -
Engadget April 11, 2016
It's a powerful smartphone with an inspired approach to photography, but it feels like LG made too many compromises to make the G5 work with its swappable modules.
Read full review
Specifications
| RAM | 4GB |
|---|---|
| Operating System | Google Android 6.0 Marshmallow |
| Weight | 0.35 lbs |
| Battery Life | 20 hours |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1, NFC, Infrared port, USB Type-C |
| Internal Storage | 32GB |
| Removable Memory | microSD, up to 256 GB |
| Display Size | 5.2 inches |
| Display Resolution | 1440 x 2560 |
| Display Type | IPS |
| Display Technology | IPS Quantum display |
| Front Camera | 8 MP |
| Rear Camera | 16 MP |
| Graphics | Adreno 530 |
| Additional Features | microSD card reader, Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer, color spectrum |
| Dimension (LxWxH) | 5.9 x 2.9 x 0.31 |
User Reviews
Related Products
-
- Pros
Great display, Excellent performance, Water and dust resistant, Excellent camera quality, AKG earbuds, USB-C - Cons
64GB internal memory, Fingerprint scanner placement - Storage
64GB (Internal)microSD, up to 256 GB (Removable) - Processor
Snapdragon 835 MSM8998 2.45GHz - RAM
4GB
- Pros
High-resolution display, Solid camera, Loud front speakers, Fast performance, Excellent fingerprint sensor - Cons
Too big for single-hand use, Wireless charging isn't supported - Storage
64GB (Internal)None (Removable) - Processor
Snapdragon 810 MSM8994 2GHz - RAM
3GB LPDDR4
- Pros
Premium design, Always-on screen, Long battery life, Water-resistant panel, MicroSD slot - Cons
Non removable battery, Fingerprint magnet, 5MP front-facing camera, No USB Type-C port, Only 32GB internal storage - Storage
32GB (Internal)microSD, up to 256 GB (Removable) - RAM
4GB