OVERALL
ALTERNATIVES
SPECS
VS AVERAGE
REVIEWS
Scored using Smartphones Methodology v1.0
Smartphones Methodology v1.0
Mathematical & Unbiased Scoring
Products in this category are scored under Frontum Smartphones Methodology v1.0: technical specifications plus authentic consumer ratings, with 0% commercial bias.
Explore Smartphones Methodology v1.0

LG V30 (4GB + 64GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£180RAM capacity:4 GBInternal storage:64 GBScreen size:6 inchesMain camera megapixels:16 MP & 13 MP

LG V30 (4GB + 64GB) 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 V30 (4GB + 64GB)
6.0/10

Overall score

Score
6.0/ 10
✕
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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
Score components

90%

5.8

Technical score

10%

8.2

User score

â–¼Worse than 78% of smartphones
7.1

Value for money

Value for money
7.1/ 10
✕
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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
Score components

70%

6.0

Overall score

30%

9.6

Price

â–¼Worse than 71%
5.8

Technical score

Technical score
5.8/ 10
✕
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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 81% of models
Score components

25%

4.7

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.4

Camera

15%

6.0

Display

15%

4.9

Battery

10%

6.4

Software

10%

7.0

Connectivity

4%

5.7

Audio

3%

7.6

Design

â–¼Worse than 81%
8.2

User score

User score
8.2/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 72% of models
Score components

70%

8.5

User ratings

30%

7.5

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–²Better than 72%
  • lg-v30
  • lg-v30
  • lg-v30
  • lg-v30
  • lg-v30
  • lg-v30
  • lg-v30
  • lg-v30
  • lg-v30
  • lg-v30
  • lg-v30
  • lg-v30
  • lg-v30
lg-v30
lg-v30
lg-v30
lg-v30
lg-v30
lg-v30
lg-v30
lg-v30
lg-v30
lg-v30
lg-v30
lg-v30
lg-v30
Best prices
*As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.
Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.
Loading category ranking...

Technical Specifications of smartphone LG V30 (4GB + 64GB)

Technical score
Technical score
5.8/ 10
✕
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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 81% of models
Score components:

25%

4.7

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.4

Camera

15%

6.0

Display

15%

4.9

Battery

10%

6.4

Software

10%

7.0

Connectivity

4%

5.7

Audio

3%

7.6

Design

5.8
User score
User score
8.2/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 72% of models
Score components

70%

8.5

User ratings

30%

7.5

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.2
Popularity
Popularity
7.5/ 10
✕
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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 69% of models
Popularity:
LG V30 (4GB + 64GB) has a popularity of 7.5 points, which is higher than 69.4% of smartphones.
7.5
Value for money
Value for money
7.1/ 10
✕
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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
Score components:

70%

6.0

Overall score

30%

9.6

Price

7.1
Brand name
LG
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 835
This smartphone uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 processor model which is slower than processors in 68.7% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.7% 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
64 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 64 GB which is smaller than the storage of 89.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 7.9% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2.45 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.45 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 50.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.7% of smartphones.
Show more
Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 7 Nougat
Android version
Android 7 Nougat
This smartphone runs Android version Android 7 Nougat which is older than that found in 98.4% of smartphones and equal to that in 0.8% 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
yes
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
Show more
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 & 13 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 16 MP & 13 MP which is lower than that of 85.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.6 & f/1.9
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.6 & f/1.9 which is wider than that of 92.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
16 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 16 mm² which is smaller than the main camera sensor area of 96.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.8% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
1 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 1 µm which is larger than in 57.7% of smartphones and equal to the size in 20% of smartphones.
Show more
Number of SIM slots
2
Market range: <1 – >6
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.8% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.1% 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.
Show more
Screen size
6 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6 inches which is smaller than the screens of 94.2% of smartphones and equal to those of 0.9% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1440x 2880 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1440x2880 px which is higher than that of 92.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.4% of smartphones.
Pixel density
537 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 537 ppi which is higher than that of 98.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% 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.
Show more
Battery capacity
3,300 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 3,300 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 95.6% of smartphones and equal to those in 0.6% 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
?
Wireless charging
yes
This smartphone supports wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
Show more
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
3
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone includes 3 microphones, which is more than in 77.2% of smartphones and equal to the number in 19.7% 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.
Show more
Height
151.7 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 151.7 mm which is shorter than 94.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
Width
75.4 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 75.4 mm which is narrower than 61.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.6% of smartphones.
Thickness
7.4 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 7.4 mm which is thinner than 92.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.4% of smartphones.
Weight
158 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 158 g which is lighter than 97.4% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 0.1% of smartphones.
Device volume
79,275 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 79,275 cm³ which is smaller than 94.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Show more

LG V30 (4GB + 64GB) vs the average smartphone

246810TotalPerformance & HardwareSoftwareCameraConnectivityDisplayBatteryAudioDesign
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1440x2880 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1440x2880 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 35.9% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (537 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    537 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 3x more L2 cache
    This smartphone has more L2 cache than the average smartphone (3072 KB vs 1024 KB). The average L2 cache is 1024 KB.
    3,072 KB vs 1,024 KB
  • Supports reverse wireless charging
    This smartphone supports reverse wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 23.6% of smartphones offer reverse wireless charging.
  • 50% lower TDP
    This smartphone has a lower TDP than the average smartphone (9 W vs 6 W). The average TDP for smartphones is 6 W.
    9 W vs 6 W
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • 2.9% higher user score
    User score
    8.2/ 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
    â–¼
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    LG V30
    the average smartphone
    LG V30 (4GB + 64GB) has a higher user score than the average smartphone (8.23 vs 8.000).
    8.23 vs 8
  • 44.4% cheaper
    LG V30 (4GB + 64GB) is cheaper than the average smartphone (£180 vs £260).
    £180 vs £260
  • 38.4% more popular
    LG V30 (4GB + 64GB) is more popular than the average smartphone (7.53 vs 5.4).
    7.53 vs 5.44
  • 3x more L2 cache
    This smartphone has more L2 cache than the average smartphone (3072 KB vs 1024 KB). The average L2 cache is 1024 KB.
    3,072 KB vs 1,024 KB
  • 50% lower TDP
    This smartphone has a lower TDP than the average smartphone (9 W vs 6 W). The average TDP for smartphones is 6 W.
    9 W vs 6 W
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (8x2.45 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    8x2.45 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 2.1% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (2.5 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    2.45 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 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
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    This smartphone runs on the productivity AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    Vision AI, Voice AI, AI CAM, QLens, Bright Mode
    productivity vs fundamental
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • Supports RAW photo capture
    This smartphone supports RAW photo capture, the average smartphone does not. 37.1% of smartphones allow RAW files.
  • Supports laser autofocus
    This smartphone features laser autofocus, the average smartphone does not. 21.4% of smartphones include laser AF.
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.6 & f/1.9 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.6 & f/1.9 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Supports 360° panorama
    This smartphone can capture 360° panoramas, the average smartphone cannot. 25.2% of smartphones support 360° panoramas.
  • Allows manual shutter speed
    This smartphone allows manual shutter speed control, the average smartphone does not. 29.8% of smartphones include this.
  • Supports HDR10 video recording
    This smartphone supports HDR10 video recording, the average smartphone does not. 35.9% of smartphones support HDR10.
  • 0.2 µm larger main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    1.0 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Newer USB version
    This smartphone supports a newer USB version than the average smartphone (3.1 vs 2). The average version is USB 2.0.
    3.1 vs 2.0
  • Supports ANT+
    This smartphone supports ANT+ technology, the average smartphone does not. 6% of smartphones are ANT+ compatible.
  • Has a barometer
    This smartphone features a barometer, the average smartphone does not. 19.9% of smartphones include a barometer.
  • Has an infrared sensor
    This smartphone includes an infrared sensor, the average smartphone does not. 33.3% of smartphones feature an IR blaster.
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1440x2880 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1440x2880 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 35.9% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (537 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    537 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • 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 curved display
    This smartphone features a curved display, the average smartphone does not. 24.5% of smartphones have curved screens.
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • Supports reverse wireless charging
    This smartphone supports reverse wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 23.6% of smartphones offer reverse wireless charging.
  • 1 more microphone/s
    This smartphone has more microphones than the average smartphone (3 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 microphones.
    3 vs 2
  • 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.
  • 19.5% lighter
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (158 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    158 g vs 196.2 g
  • 1.5 m deeper water resistance
    This smartphone has a deeper water resistance rating than the average smartphone (1.5 m vs 0 m). The average depth rating is 0 m.
    1.5 m vs 0 m
  • 11.9 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (151.7 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    151.7 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 0.9 mm thinner
    This smartphone is thinner than the average smartphone (7.4 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone thickness is 8.3 mm.
    7.4 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • Better IP rating
    This smartphone has a better IP rating than the average smartphone (IP68 vs IP67). The average IP rating is IP67.
    IP68 vs IP67
  • 0.6 mm narrower
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (75.4 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    75.4 mm vs 76 mm
  • 18.9% smaller volume
    This smartphone has a smaller device volume than the average smartphone (79275 cm³ vs 97800 cm³). The average smartphone volume is 97800 cm³.
    79,275 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 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
  • 75% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (64 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    64 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.
  • 50% smaller main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (16 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average smartphone sensor area is 32 mm².
    16 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • 34% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (3300 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    3,300 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 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
  • 0.67 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 3.6% worse value for money
    LG V30 (4GB + 64GB) has worse value for money than the average smartphone (7.08 vs 7.3).
    7.08 vs 7.34
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 75% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (64 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    64 GB vs 256 GB
  • 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
  • 25.3% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (710 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    710 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 66.7% larger process node
    This smartphone is manufactured on a larger process node than the average smartphone (10 nm vs 6 nm). The average smartphone uses a 6 nm process.
    10 nm vs 6 nm
  • 70.9% fewer transistors
    This smartphone contains fewer transistors than the average smartphone (3000 million vs 10300 million). The average smartphone has 10300 million transistors.
    3,000 million vs 10,300 million
  • 55.4% lower Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (420 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in the Geekbench 6 single-core test.
    420 vs 942
  • 42.9% lower maximum RAM capacity
    This smartphone supports less maximum RAM than the average smartphone (8 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB of RAM.
    8 GB vs 14 GB
  • 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
  • 48% lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (1,318 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in the Geekbench 6 multi-core test.
    1,318 vs 2,533
  • 50% less L3 cache
    This smartphone has a smaller L3 cache than the average smartphone (2048 KB vs 4096 KB). The average smartphone has an L3 cache of 4096 KB.
    2,048 KB vs 4,096 KB
  • 39.5% lower PassMark benchmark
    This smartphone has a lower PassMark score than the average smartphone (2,656 vs 4,389). The average smartphone scores 4,389 in PassMark.
    2,656 vs 4,389
  • 57.6% lower 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    This smartphone performs worse in the 3DMark Wild Life benchmark than the average smartphone (1,322 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115 in this benchmark.
    1,322 vs 3,115
  • 68.3% lower 3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme than the average smartphone (389 vs 1,226). The average smartphone scores 1,226.
    389 vs 1,226
  • 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 7 Nougat vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 7 Nougat vs Android 14
  • 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 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 battery health monitoring
    This smartphone lacks battery health monitoring, the average smartphone includes it. 66.3% of smartphones provide battery health stats.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 50% smaller main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (16 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average smartphone sensor area is 32 mm².
    16 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Lower-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (16 MP & 13 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    16 MP & 13 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Lower front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has lower front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (5 MP vs 16 MP). The average smartphone has a 16 MP front camera.
    5 MP vs 16 MP
  • 31.7% lower DxOMark Mobile score
    This smartphone has a lower DxOMark Mobile score than the average smartphone (82 vs 120). The average smartphone scores 120.
    82 vs 120
  • No timelapse video
    This smartphone does not support timelapse video, the average smartphone does. 92.3% of smartphones include timelapse modes.
  • 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 (5 vs 5.2). The average smartphone uses Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.0 vs 5.2
  • 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
  • 0.67 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 36.2% lower screen brightness
    This smartphone has a lower screen brightness than the average smartphone (421 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone has a brightness of 660 nits.
    421 nits vs 660 nits
  • 277.5 nits lower GSMArena max display brightness
    This smartphone has a lower GSMArena max display brightness than the average smartphone (616 nits vs 893.5 nits). The average smartphone scores 893.5 nits.
    616 nits vs 893.5 nits
  • Lower contrast ratio
    This smartphone has a lower contrast ratio than the average smartphone (207000:1 vs 1000000:1). The average smartphone has a contrast ratio of 1000000:1.
    AMOLED/OLED displays have an effectively infinite contrast ratio
    207,000:1 vs 1,000,000:1
  • 34% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (3300 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    3,300 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 45.8% lower PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark than the average smartphone (426 min vs 786 min). The average smartphone scores 786 min.
    426 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 reverse wired charging
    This smartphone does not support reverse wired charging, the average smartphone does. 60.8% of smartphones support reverse wired charging.
  • 50% slower wireless charging speed
    This smartphone has a slower wireless charging speed than the average smartphone (10 W vs 20 W). The average smartphone wireless charging speed is 20 W.
    10 W vs 20 W
  • Lower GSMArena battery endurance score
    This smartphone has a lower GSMArena battery endurance score than the average smartphone (93 vs 99.5). The average smartphone scores 99.5.
    93 vs 99.5
  • No stereo speakers
    This smartphone does not have stereo speakers, the average smartphone does. 64.4% of smartphones feature stereo speakers.
  • 7 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2017 vs 2024). 7.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    September 2017
    2017 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

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

A
androidheadlines.com
25/10/2017
Summary of the review
LG V30 Review - The Ultimate Creativity Tool Would you like to compare these camera benchmarks with its successor or a competitor from the same year?
D
digitaltrends.com
25/04/2023
Summary of the review
LG V30 review: LG's finest hour
D
dxomark.com
01/02/2018
Summary of the review
Updated: LG V30 camera review - DXOMARK
T
techguide.com.au
30/11/2017
Summary of the review
LG V30 smartphone review - a device with top-shelf features across the board
W
whathifi.com
29/11/2017
Summary of the review
LG V30 review | What Hi-Fi?
W
wired.com
08/11/2017
Summary of the review
Review: LG V30 - WIRED
R
reviewed.com
19/10/2017
Summary of the review
LG V30 Smartphone Review - Reviewed
F
forbes.com
30/10/2017
Summary of the review
LG's V30 Is The Sleeper Android Phone of 2017 That You Don't Want To Miss
M
mashable.com
02/11/2017
Summary of the review
LG V30 review: Great looks, disappointing camera
D
droid-life.com
31/10/2017
Summary of the review
LG V30 Review: Easily LG's Best Smartphone to Date
A
androidpolice.com
14/11/2017
Summary of the review
LG V30 review: Proof that LG can build a grown-up phone, mostly
A
arstechnica.com
15/11/2017
Summary of the review
LG V30 review: Good hardware design marred by bad camera, software
T
techradar.com
13/06/2018
Summary of the review
LG V30 review - TechRadar Would you like to see a comparison of the pros and cons highlighted in these specific reviews?
A
androidcentral.com
12/08/2020
Summary of the review
LG V30 review: The no-BS flagship
T
tomsguide.com
21/05/2018
Summary of the review
LG V30 Review: A Near Masterpiece for Media Producers
P
pcmag.com
11/10/2017
Summary of the review
LG V30 Review - PCMag
C
cnet.com
14/11/2017
Summary of the review
LG V30 review: Still a great phone and a lot cheaper than its followup
T
theverge.com
16/10/2017
Summary of the review
LG V30 review: groundbreaking phone with a deal-breaking flaw
A
androidworld.nl
31/08/2017
Summary of the review
LG V30 Hands-on Preview: Finally a Truly Great Screen
(Translated)Show original
A
androidplanet.nl
31/08/2017
Summary of the review
LG V30 preview: a beautiful powerhouse focused on the camera
(Translated)Show original

Third-party reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
Reviews last updated: August 2026 · How we calculate this

What we like about LG V30 (4GB + 64GB)

  • High-quality audio experience via the [32-bit Quad DAC](Use code with caution.jsonhttps://www.whathifi.com/lg/v30/reviewUse code with caution.json) and 3.5mm headphone jack.
  • Versatile camera system with an [unrivaled wide-angle lens](Use code with caution.jsonhttps://www.tomsguide.com/us/lg-v30,review-4753.htmlUse code with caution.json) and robust manual controls.
  • Premium, [lightweight design](Use code with caution.jsonhttps://www.bestbuy.com/site/reviews/lg-v30-64gb-cloud-silver-verizon/6132100Use code with caution.json) with thin bezels and a high screen-to-body ratio.
  • Reliable [IP68 water and dust resistance](Use code with caution.jsonhttps://www.digitaltrends.com/phones/lg-v30-review/Use code with caution.json) and military-grade durability certifications.
  • Vibrant [6-inch OLED display](Use code with caution.jsonhttps://www.cnet.com/reviews/lg-v30-review/Use code with caution.json) providing deep blacks and support for HDR10 content.

What we don't like about LG V30 (4GB + 64GB)

  • Inconsistent OLED display quality, with some units exhibiting [uniformity glitches](Use code with caution.jsonhttps://www.phonearena.com/reviews/LG-V30-Review_id4437Use code with caution.json) or grainy textures at low brightness.
  • Underwhelming [5-megapixel selfie camera](https://Use code with caution.jsonhttps://mashable.com/article/lg-v30-reviewUse code with caution.json) that lacks sharpness compared to competitors.
  • Slower [camera autofocus](Use code with caution.jsonhttps://www.cnet.com/reviews/lg-v30-review/Use code with caution.json) and inconsistent performance in full-auto mode, especially in low light.
  • Heavy [carrier bloatware](Use code with caution.jsonhttps://www.cnet.com/reviews/lg-v30-review/Use code with caution.json) on certain versions that can impact real-world performance.
  • Average [single bottom-firing speaker](Use code with caution.jsonhttps://www.phonearena.com/reviews/LG-V30-Review_id4437Use code with caution.json) that lacks stereo depth and bass.

Verdict

The LG V30 is a high-end multimedia-focused smartphone known for its impressive audio and video capabilities. It features a 6.0-inch QHD+ OLED display, is powered by the capable Snapdragon 835 processor, and comes with a specific configuration of 4GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage, expandable via microSD. The primary pros include a professional-grade camera with a wide-angle lens, excellent audio quality thanks to its 32-bit Hi-Fi Quad DAC, a sleek and durable design, and wireless charging support. Potential cons often noted were its slightly dim screen compared to some rivals and an average front-facing camera performance.

Compare LG V30 (4GB + 64GB) with other smartphones

1Product to compare no. 1
VS
2Product to compare no. 2
VS
3Product to compare no. 3 (optional)

Graphic comparison of LG V30 (4GB + 64GB) and other smartphones

No results found