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LG G5 (4GB + 32GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£130RAM capacity:4 GBInternal storage:32 GBScreen size:5.3 inchesMain camera megapixels:16 MP & 8 MP

LG G5 (4GB + 32GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

LG G5 (4GB + 32GB)
4.9/10

Overall score

Score
4.9/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Score components

90%

4.6

Technical score

10%

7.9

User score

â–¼Worse than 99% of smartphones
6.4

Value for money

Value for money
6.4/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
Score components

70%

4.9

Overall score

30%

9.8

Price

â–¼Worse than 96%
4.6

Technical score

Technical score
4.6/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Score components

25%

4.2

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.4

Camera

15%

4.2

Display

15%

3.3

Battery

10%

2.2

Software

10%

6.7

Connectivity

4%

3.6

Audio

3%

7.2

Design

â–¼Worse than 99%
7.9

User score

User score
7.9/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
Score components

70%

8.0

User ratings

30%

7.7

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 72%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone LG G5 (4GB + 32GB)

Technical score
Technical score
4.6/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Score components:

25%

4.2

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.4

Camera

15%

4.2

Display

15%

3.3

Battery

10%

2.2

Software

10%

6.7

Connectivity

4%

3.6

Audio

3%

7.2

Design

4.6
User score
User score
7.9/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
Score components

70%

8.0

User ratings

30%

7.7

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
7.9
Popularity
Popularity
7.7/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 72% of models
Popularity:
LG G5 (4GB + 32GB) has a popularity of 7.7 points, which is higher than 72% of smartphones.
7.7
Value for money
Value for money
6.4/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
Score components:

70%

4.9

Overall score

30%

9.8

Price

6.4
Brand name
LG
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 MSM8996
This smartphone uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 MSM8996 processor model which is slower than processors in 88.9% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.3% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
4 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 4 GB which is smaller than the RAM capacity of 82.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 14% of smartphones.
Internal storage
32 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 32 GB which is smaller than the storage of 97.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.7% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2.15 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.15 GHz which is lower than the boost speed of 82.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 6 Marshmallow
Android version
Android 6 Marshmallow
This smartphone runs Android version Android 6 Marshmallow which is older than that found in 99.2% of smartphones and equal to that in 0.6% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
no
This smartphone does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
no
This smartphone does not offer dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
16 MP & 8 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 16 MP & 8 MP which is lower than that of 86.8% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.8 & f/2.4
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.4 which is narrower than that of 57.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 12.6% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
20.1 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 20.1 mm² which is smaller than the main camera sensor area of 89.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.4% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
1.12 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 1.12 µm which is larger than in 78.2% of smartphones and equal to the size in 5.6% of smartphones.
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Number of SIM slots
1
Market range: <1 – >6
This smartphone has 1 SIM slots, which is fewer than in 96.2% of smartphones and equal to the number in 3.7% of smartphones.
Cellular module
yes
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
no
This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
5.3 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 5.3 inches which is smaller than the screens of 98.2% of smartphones and equal to those of 0.1% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1440x 2560 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1440x2560 px which is higher than that of 89.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.8% of smartphones.
Pixel density
554 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 554 ppi which is higher than that of 98.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Display type
IPS LCD
This smartphone uses a IPS LCD display type. 0% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
60 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 60 Hz which is lower than in 84.3% of smartphones and equal to that in 15.7% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
2,800 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 2,800 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 98.9% of smartphones and equal to those in 0.1% of smartphones.
Charging speed
18 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 18 W which is slower than in 76% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 11.7% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
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Wireless charging
no
This smartphone does not support wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
no
This smartphone does not include stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
yes
This smartphone includes a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
2
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone includes 2 microphones, which is more than in 10.5% of smartphones and equal to the number in 66.6% of smartphones.
FM radio
yes
This smartphone includes an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
no
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
149.4 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 149.4 mm which is shorter than 96% of smartphones.
Width
73.9 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 73.9 mm which is narrower than 84.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.2% of smartphones.
Thickness
7.7 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 7.7 mm which is thinner than 82.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.8% of smartphones.
Weight
159 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 159 g which is lighter than 97.1% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 0.3% of smartphones.
Device volume
76,139 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 76,139 cm³ which is smaller than 95.5% of smartphones.
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LG G5 (4GB + 32GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 40.3% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (554 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    554 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1440x2560 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1440x2560 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 0.32 µm larger main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1.1 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    1.12 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Supports RAW photo capture
    This smartphone supports RAW photo capture, the average smartphone does not. 37.1% of smartphones allow RAW files.
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    This smartphone uses a BSI sensor, the average smartphone does not. 40.5% of smartphones include BSI sensors.
  • Has an always-on display
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • Supports laser autofocus
    This smartphone features laser autofocus, the average smartphone does not. 21.4% of smartphones include laser AF.
  • 2x cheaper
    LG G5 (4GB + 32GB) is cheaper than the average smartphone (£130 vs £260).
    £130 vs £260
  • 41.6% more popular
    LG G5 (4GB + 32GB) is more popular than the average smartphone (7.7 vs 5.4).
    7.7 vs 5.44
  • 50% more L2 cache
    This smartphone has more L2 cache than the average smartphone (1536 KB vs 1024 KB). The average L2 cache is 1024 KB.
    1,536 KB vs 1,024 KB
  • 16.4% higher memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has higher memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (29.8 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average memory bandwidth is 25.6 GB/s.
    29.8 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 0.32 µm larger main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1.1 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    1.12 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Supports RAW photo capture
    This smartphone supports RAW photo capture, the average smartphone does not. 37.1% of smartphones allow RAW files.
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    This smartphone uses a BSI sensor, the average smartphone does not. 40.5% of smartphones include BSI sensors.
  • Supports laser autofocus
    This smartphone features laser autofocus, the average smartphone does not. 21.4% of smartphones include laser AF.
  • Supports 360° panorama
    This smartphone can capture 360° panoramas, the average smartphone cannot. 25.2% of smartphones support 360° panoramas.
  • Supports HDR10 video recording
    This smartphone supports HDR10 video recording, the average smartphone does not. 35.9% of smartphones support HDR10.
  • Wider front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • Newer USB version
    This smartphone supports a newer USB version than the average smartphone (3 vs 2). The average version is USB 2.0.
    3.0 vs 2.0
  • Supports ANT+
    This smartphone supports ANT+ technology, the average smartphone does not. 6% of smartphones are ANT+ compatible.
  • Has an infrared sensor
    This smartphone includes an infrared sensor, the average smartphone does not. 33.3% of smartphones feature an IR blaster.
  • 40.3% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (554 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    554 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1440x2560 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1440x2560 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • Has an always-on display
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • Has a 3.5 mm headphone jack
    This smartphone features a 3.5 mm headphone jack, the average smartphone does not. 45.5% of smartphones include a standard headphone jack.
  • Has FM radio
    This smartphone features an FM radio, the average smartphone does not. 34.2% of smartphones include an FM tuner.
  • Supports aptX
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • 19% lighter
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (159 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    159 g vs 196.2 g
  • 14.2 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (149.4 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    149.4 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 2.1 mm narrower
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (73.9 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    73.9 mm vs 76 mm
  • 0.6 mm thinner
    This smartphone is thinner than the average smartphone (7.7 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone thickness is 8.3 mm.
    7.7 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 22.1% smaller volume
    This smartphone has a smaller device volume than the average smartphone (76139 cm³ vs 97800 cm³). The average smartphone volume is 97800 cm³.
    76,139 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 MSM8996 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 MSM8996 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • Inferior display type
    This smartphone has an inferior display type compared to the average smartphone (IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED). 0.00% of smartphones use the superior display type.
    IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED
  • 50% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 87.5% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (32 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    32 GB vs 256 GB
  • No 5G connectivity
    This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity, the average smartphone does. 66.9% of smartphones are 5G compatible.
  • Lower GSMArena battery endurance score
    This smartphone has a lower GSMArena battery endurance score than the average smartphone (60 vs 99.5). The average smartphone scores 99.5.
    60 vs 99.5
  • 2.33x larger process node
    This smartphone is manufactured on a larger process node than the average smartphone (14 nm vs 6 nm). The average smartphone uses a 6 nm process.
    14 nm vs 6 nm
  • 44% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (2800 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    2,800 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 14.6% worse value for money
    LG G5 (4GB + 32GB) has worse value for money than the average smartphone (6.4 vs 7.3).
    6.4 vs 7.34
  • 1% lower user score
    User score
    7.9/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
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    LG G5
    the average smartphone
    LG G5 (4GB + 32GB) has a lower user score than the average smartphone (7.92 vs 8.000).
    7.92 vs 8
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 MSM8996 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 MSM8996 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 87.5% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (32 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    32 GB vs 256 GB
  • 2.33x larger process node
    This smartphone is manufactured on a larger process node than the average smartphone (14 nm vs 6 nm). The average smartphone uses a 6 nm process.
    14 nm vs 6 nm
  • 34.3% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (624 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    624 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 4 GB less RAM
    This smartphone has less RAM than the average smartphone (4 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    4 GB vs 8 GB
  • 57.1% lower maximum RAM capacity
    This smartphone supports less maximum RAM than the average smartphone (6 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB of RAM.
    6 GB vs 14 GB
  • 60.9% lower Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (368 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in the Geekbench 6 single-core test.
    368 vs 942
  • 80.6% fewer transistors
    This smartphone contains fewer transistors than the average smartphone (2000 million vs 10300 million). The average smartphone has 10300 million transistors.
    2,000 million vs 10,300 million
  • 67.5% lower 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    This smartphone performs worse in the 3DMark Wild Life benchmark than the average smartphone (1,013 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115 in this benchmark.
    1,013 vs 3,115
  • 67.1% lower PassMark benchmark
    This smartphone has a lower PassMark score than the average smartphone (1,445 vs 4,389). The average smartphone scores 4,389 in PassMark.
    1,445 vs 4,389
  • 32.1% slower memory speed
    This smartphone has a lower memory speed than the average smartphone (1866 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone has a memory speed of 2750 MHz.
    1,866 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 10.4% lower CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a lower CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (2.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    2.15 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 4 fewer CPU threads
    This smartphone supports fewer CPU threads than the average smartphone (4 vs 8). The average smartphone supports 8 threads.
    4 vs 8
  • 75.4% lower 3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme than the average smartphone (302 vs 1,226). The average smartphone scores 1,226.
    302 vs 1,226
  • Lower CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a lower CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (2x2.15 GHz & 2x1.6 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    2x2.15 GHz & 2x1.6 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • Older Android version
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 6 Marshmallow vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 6 Marshmallow vs Android 14
  • No location privacy controls
    This smartphone does not offer location privacy controls, the average smartphone does. 88% of smartphones include location privacy features.
  • Lacks app tracking protection
    This smartphone does not have app tracking protection, the average smartphone does. 70.2% of smartphones include app tracking protection.
  • Lacks focus mode
    This smartphone does not have a focus mode, the average smartphone does. 60.4% of smartphones include a dedicated focus mode.
  • No camera/mic privacy toggles
    This smartphone lacks camera and microphone privacy toggles, the average smartphone includes them. 87% of smartphones offer these toggles.
  • No Wi-Fi password sharing
    This smartphone does not support Wi-Fi password sharing, the average smartphone does. 57.9% of smartphones allow easy Wi-Fi sharing.
  • No notification customization
    This smartphone does not allow notification customization, the average smartphone does. 99.1% of smartphones offer advanced notification options.
  • No battery health monitoring
    This smartphone lacks battery health monitoring, the average smartphone includes it. 66.3% of smartphones provide battery health stats.
  • Lacks on-device AI
    This smartphone does not support on-device AI, the average smartphone does. 99.3% of smartphones include on-device AI processing.
  • Lacks dark mode
    This smartphone does not support dark mode, the average smartphone does. 95.8% of smartphones have dark mode.
  • Does not allow app offloading
    This smartphone does not support app offloading, the average smartphone does. 51.9% of smartphones support app offloading to save space.
  • Lacks instant markup
    This smartphone does not support instant markup, the average smartphone does. 52.2% of smartphones include instant markup tools.
  • No scrolling screenshot support
    This smartphone does not support scrolling screenshots, the average smartphone does. 81.1% of smartphones allow scrolling screenshots.
  • No theme customization
    This smartphone does not support theme customization, the average smartphone does. 91% of smartphones allow theme customization.
  • No offline voice commands
    This smartphone does not support offline voice commands, the average smartphone does. 90.4% of smartphones offer offline voice control.
  • No split-screen support
    This smartphone does not support split-screen, the average smartphone does. %^^ of smartphones allow split-screen multitasking.
  • No picture-in-picture mode
    This smartphone does not support Picture-in-Picture (PiP), the average smartphone does. 97.9% of smartphones offer PiP mode.
  • Does not allow play while downloading
    This smartphone cannot play games while downloading, the average smartphone can. 77.3% of smartphones support play-while-downloading.
  • No dynamic theme support
    This smartphone does not support dynamic themes, the average smartphone does. 81.9% of smartphones support dynamic theming.
  • Lacks extra dim mode
    This smartphone does not have extra dim mode, the average smartphone does. 82.5% of smartphones offer extra dimming features.
  • Lower on-device AI tier
    This smartphone runs on the none AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, so its on-device AI features are more limited.
    none vs fundamental
  • 37.2% smaller main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (20.1 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average smartphone sensor area is 32 mm².
    20.1 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.8 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.8 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Lower-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (16 MP & 8 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    16 MP & 8 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Lower front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has lower front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (8 MP vs 16 MP). The average smartphone has a 16 MP front camera.
    8 MP vs 16 MP
  • No phase-detection autofocus (PDAF)
    This smartphone does not have phase-detection autofocus (PDAF), the average smartphone does. 97.6% of smartphones use PDAF.
  • No timelapse video
    This smartphone does not support timelapse video, the average smartphone does. 92.3% of smartphones include timelapse modes.
  • No manual focus mode
    This smartphone does not have a manual focus mode, the average smartphone does. 91.2% of smartphones offer manual focus.
  • No 5G connectivity
    This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity, the average smartphone does. 66.9% of smartphones are 5G compatible.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This smartphone uses an older Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (4.2 vs 5.2). The average smartphone uses Bluetooth 5.2.
    4.2 vs 5.2
  • 1 fewer SIM slot/s
    This smartphone has fewer SIM slots than the average smartphone (1 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 SIM slots.
    1 vs 2
  • Inferior display type
    This smartphone has an inferior display type compared to the average smartphone (IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED). 0.00% of smartphones use the superior display type.
    IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED
  • 50% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 1.37 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (5.3 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    5.3 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 42.4% lower screen brightness
    This smartphone has a lower screen brightness than the average smartphone (380 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone has a brightness of 660 nits.
    380 nits vs 660 nits
  • 622 nits lower peak brightness
    This smartphone has a lower peak brightness than the average smartphone (378 nits vs 1000 nits). The average smartphone peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    378 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • 515.5 nits lower GSMArena max display brightness
    This smartphone has a lower GSMArena max display brightness than the average smartphone (378 nits vs 893.5 nits). The average smartphone scores 893.5 nits.
    378 nits vs 893.5 nits
  • Worse display glass type
    This smartphone uses a worse display glass type than the average smartphone (Corning Gorilla Glass 4 vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5). 0.00% of smartphones use the better glass type.
    Corning Gorilla Glass 4 vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5
  • Lower GSMArena battery endurance score
    This smartphone has a lower GSMArena battery endurance score than the average smartphone (60 vs 99.5). The average smartphone scores 99.5.
    60 vs 99.5
  • 44% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (2800 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    2,800 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 75.3% lower PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark than the average smartphone (194 min vs 786 min). The average smartphone scores 786 min.
    194 min vs 786 min
  • 45.5% slower charging speed
    This smartphone has a slower charging speed than the average smartphone (18 W vs 33 W). The average smartphone charges at 33 W.
    18 W vs 33 W
  • No stereo speakers
    This smartphone does not have stereo speakers, the average smartphone does. 64.4% of smartphones feature stereo speakers.
  • No LDAC support
    This smartphone does not support LDAC, the average smartphone does. 60.3% of smartphones support LDAC.
  • 8 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2016 vs 2024). 8.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    April 2016
    2016 vs 2024
  • Poor brand origin
    This smartphone has a poorer brand origin compared to the average smartphone. 0.00% of smartphones come from top-tier brand origins.
    South Korea vs China

Video reviews

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itpro.com
21/06/2016
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LG G5 review: LG adds VR and 360 degree panoramas
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arstechnica.com
19/04/2016
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LG G5 review: An interesting idea, shoddily executed
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tomsguide.com
07/04/2016
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LG G5 Review: A Bold Bet on the Future of Phones
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computerworld.com
06/04/2016
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Deep-dive review: The new LG G5 restores the replaceable battery
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consumerreports.org
14/04/2016
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LG G5 Cell Phone Review(www.slashgear.com) | April 4, 2016 | LG G5 Review: Is modularity enough?(www.trustedreviews.com) | April 15, 2016 | LG G5 Revi...
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hothardware.com
20/04/2016
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LG G5 Review: Ambitious But Unrefined
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reviewed.com
20/06/2016
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LG G5 Smartphone Review(www.phonearena.com) | April 4, 2016 | LG G5 Review(www.gsmarena.com) | March 22, 2016 | LG G5 review: Evening the odds
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pcmag.com
06/04/2016
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LG G5 Review(www.techradar.com) | November 20, 2017 | LG G5 review
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androidcentral.com
18/04/2016
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LG G5 review: Great cameras attached to a modular mess
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cnet.com
04/04/2016
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LG G5 review: Mix-and-match design can't beat Samsung's S7
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theverge.com
08/04/2016
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LG G5 review: Friends with benefits
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lesnumeriques.com
03/06/2016
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LG G5 Review: The smartphone that wanted to change itself
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geeksandcom.com
18/03/2016
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LG G5 Review: Modular Innovation as a New Beginning
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presse-citron.net
01/07/2016
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Review of the week: LG G5 – the modular smartphone set to shake up the market
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nextpit.fr
28/04/2016
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LG G5 Review: The Mutant Smartphone
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avcesar.com
01/06/2016
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LG G5 - review, specifications & benchmarks. Would you also like links to full video reviews in French for this specific model?
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top-for-phone.fr
05/12/2016
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LG G5 review: a great phone (almost) that missed its mark
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cnetfrance.fr
25/04/2016
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LG G5 - CNET France
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leclaireur.fnac.com
15/05/2016
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LG G5 Lab Test: No modules needed to impress
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lesnumeriques.com
11/05/2016
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LG G5: a dual camera with a strong case to make
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Reviews last updated: August 2026 · How we calculate this

What we like about LG G5 (4GB + 32GB)

  • Innovative modular design allowing for a replaceable battery
  • Versatile camera system with a unique secondary wide-angle lens
  • High-speed performance driven by the Snapdragon 820 processor
  • Expandable storage via a dedicated microSD card slot
  • Fast charging capabilities and the inclusion of a USB-C port
  • Sharp and crisp Quad HD display quality

What we don't like about LG G5 (4GB + 32GB)

  • Build quality feels less premium compared to competitors like the Galaxy S7
  • Modular system has limited useful accessories and can be clunky to use
  • Display brightness is relatively dim for outdoor sunlight visibility
  • Lack of water and dust resistance
  • Heavy software customization and pre-installed carrier bloatware
  • The fingerprint sensor's rear placement is occasionally inconvenient

Verdict

The LG G5 features a Snapdragon 820 processor with 4GB of RAM and 32GB of expandable storage, highlighted by its 5.3-inch Quad HD (1440p) display and innovative modular design. A key strength is its versatile dual-camera system, offering both a standard 16MP lens and a wide-angle 8MP lens, alongside a removable 2,800mAh battery. However, the primary drawback was the limited adoption and functionality of its "Friends" modular accessories, coupled with a polarizing metallic finish that didn't fully realize its potential.

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