LG G8 ThinQ
$572.2
Overview
LG G8 ThinQ is a premium mid-range Android smartphone released in 2019 with a 6.1-inch OLED, Snapdragon 855 chipset, 16 main camera, and 3500 mAh battery.
Priced at $572.2, it targets users seeking premium mid-range performance.
Specifications of LG G8 ThinQ
The display of LG G8 ThinQ measures 6.1 inches with OLED technology. Peak brightness reaches 800 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1440x3120 pixels resolution.
The camera system of LG G8 ThinQ features 2 rear cameras: 16 main, 12MP ultrawide. Video recording supports up to 2160p.
The battery of LG G8 ThinQ has 3500mAh capacity with 21 wired charging. Wireless charging supports 39. A full charge takes approximately 120 min minutes.
The performance of LG G8 ThinQ is powered by the Snapdragon 855 chipset with Qualcomm Adreno 640 600MHz 600MHz GPU. Geekbench scores reach 3400 single-core and 11000 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 572200.
The memory of LG G8 ThinQ offers 6GB RAM with 128GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4X technology. Storage is UFS Storage 2.1. Storage can be expanded via microSD card.
The connectivity of LG G8 ThinQ includes 5G support, Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, and Bluetooth 5.0. NFC is supported for contactless payments.
The build of LG G8 ThinQ weighs 167g with Aluminum frame and Glass back. Water and dust resistance is rated IP68. Dimensions measure 151.9 x 71.8 x 8.4 mm.
The software of LG G8 ThinQ runs Android 9.0 (Pie), upgradable to Android 11 with LG UX 8.0. Software support extends 2 years through 2028.
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Frequently Asked Questions about LG G8 ThinQ
LG G8 ThinQ has a 16 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Yes, LG G8 ThinQ is excellent for gaming with its Snapdragon 855 chipset. It handles demanding games at high settings with smooth frame rates.
LG G8 ThinQ receives 2 years of updates through 2028. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Yes, LG G8 ThinQ supports 5G connectivity with both Sub-6GHz and mmWave bands for maximum network compatibility and fastest speeds. It works with major 5G carriers globally.
Yes, LG G8 ThinQ is water resistant with IP68 rating. It can withstand submersion in 1.5 meters of fresh water for 30 minutes. Avoid saltwater and high-pressure water.
LG G8 ThinQ has a 3500mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
LG G8 ThinQ at $572.2 is a premium mid-range device offering Snapdragon 855. It's worth buying if you prioritize balanced performance and value.
LG G8 ThinQ supports 21 wired charging with full charge in approximately 120 min minutes. Wireless charging supports 39.
LG G8 ThinQ is available in 128GB storage options. Storage can be expanded via microSD card for additional capacity.
LG G8 ThinQ has a 6.1-inch OLED with 60Hz refresh rate and 800 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes HDR10.
LG G8 ThinQ in Category Rankings
See how LG G8 ThinQ ranks in these categories:
Best Gaming Phones
Powered by Snapdragon 855
5G Phones
Supports 5G connectivity
Best Premium Mid-Range Phones
Premium value at $572.2
Water Resistant Phones
IP68 water and dust resistance
Wireless Charging Phones
Supports 39 wireless charging
Phones Under $1000
Priced at $572.2
Compact Phones
6.1" display
Android Phones
Runs Android
Verdict
The LG G8 ThinQ delivers strong value for users wanting flagship-tier features at a reasonable price point. Consider this phone for flagship-level performance, if you want premium features without paying flagship prices.
Key Specifications
Display
6.1"
Main Camera
16
Chipset
Snapdragon 855
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE |
| 2G Bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 39, 40, 41, 46, 48, 66, 71 - USA |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | |
| 5G mmWave Bands | |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | 4x4 MIMO |
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support |
Launch
| Announced | 2019 |
| Status | available |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $623.41 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 151.9 x 71.8 x 8.4 mm |
| Weight (g) | 167 |
| Build Materials | Glass |
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Back Finish | Glass |
| Colors | ["Platinum Gray", "New Aurora Black", "New Moroccan Blue", "Carmine Red"] |
| IP Rating | IP68 |
| Rugged Certifications | MIL-STD-810G |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | |
| Thermal Solution | Passive Cooling |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | OLED |
| Size (inches) | 6.1 |
| Resolution (px) | 1440x3120 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 6:13 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 563 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 83 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 800 |
| HDR Standards | HDR10 |
| Color Gamut | DCI-P3 |
| Color Depth | 10 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | N/A |
| Glass Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass v5 |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 9.0 (Pie), upgradable to Android 11 |
| Update Policy | 2 years |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 855 |
| CPU | 1x Kryo 485 2.84 GHz + 3x Kryo 485 2.4 GHz + 4x Kryo 485 1.8 GHz |
| GPU | Qualcomm Adreno 640 600MHz 600MHz |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Spectra 380 |
| Modem | Snapdragon X24 LTE |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 3400 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 11000 |
| AnTuTu Score | 572200 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 6GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X |
| Storage | 128GB |
| Storage Type | UFS Storage 2.1 |
| Storage Speed | UFS 2.1 |
| Expandable Storage | |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 2 |
| Main Sensor | 16 |
| Main Sensor Size | CMOS |
| Main Sensor Model | 12 MP |
| Main Lens | f/1.5, 26mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | PDAF |
| Pixel Binning | 1.4µm |
| Ultrawide | 12MP, FOV: 107° |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | Dual LED |
| Video Resolution | 2160p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264, H.265, VP9 |
| Slow Motion | 1080p@240fps |
| Video Stabilization | OIS + EIS |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 8 |
| Sensor Size | 1/3.1 |
| Aperture | f/1.9 |
| AF/OIS | N/A |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | 3D ToF |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | Voice 68dB / Noise 74dB / Ring 92dB |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aptX HD, LDAC, AAC |
| DAC/Amp | 32-bit Hi-Fi Quad DAC |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | USB Type C |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Rear-mounted |
| 3D Face ID | 2D |
| Accelerometer | |
| Gyroscope | |
| Magnetometer | |
| Proximity Sensor | |
| Ambient Light | N/A |
| Barometer | |
| Thermo/Hygrometer | N/A |
| UV Sensor | N/A |
| Hall Sensor | |
| Color Temp Sensor | |
| Health Sensors | Heart Rate |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 3500 |
| Type | Li-Polymer |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 21 |
| Wired Standard | PD |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 30 min |
| Full Charge Time | 120 min |
| Wireless Charging | 39 |
| Wireless Standard | Qi |
| Reverse Wireless | 5 |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | |
| Battery Health Features | Adaptive Charging |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 9 |
| Update Window | 2 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | LG UX 8.0 |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | app permissions, privacy dashboard |
| Accessibility | screen reader, magnification, color inversion |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | Phone, Charger, USB-C cable, SIM ejector tool, Quick start guide |
| Recycled Materials (%) | N/A |
| Repairability Score | N/A |
| Warranty | N/A |
Reviews & Ratings
186 ratings
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Alex R.
2 weeks ago
Absolutely love the camera on this phone! The zoom is incredible and the photos are so crisp. Battery life is also a huge plus.
Ben C.
1 month ago
Great performance and beautiful display. My only complaint is that it feels a bit heavy, but you get used to it. Solid phone overall.
Chloe D.
3 months ago
The best phone I've ever owned. It's fast, the software is clean, and the build quality is top-notch. Highly recommend!
LG G8 ThinQ Review: Solid Performance for the Price
Our comprehensive review of the LG G8 ThinQ covers display quality, camera performance, battery life, and overall value. A solid choice in its price segment.
- + Powerful Snapdragon 855 chipset for smooth performance
- + Wireless charging support
- - Camera performance is average
- - Battery life could be better