Published: 2016-05-31, Author: Matt , review by: anandtech.com
With so many smartphones to choose from, it's difficult for any one device to stand out. This is especially true for flagships that come packed with the best hardware and nearly every feature available. The implementation of these features and how they co...
Modular design innovative, Fantastic camera set and software, Exceptionally fast performance
Dated look, Poor display brightness, Large display rim
The LG G5 is one of the most powerful smartphones on the market. Its camera and innovative modular design are appealing, as is its powerful and stable chipset. It's not the most attractive phone in the world, though. In fact, it looks like a flagship...
Innovative modular construction, 5.3-inch IPS display (1440 x 2560) and an AlwaysOn function, Exceptionally fast battery charging, thanks to the USB Type-C port and Quick Charge 3.0, Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow + revamped LG UI, High CPU and GPU performance
Not a very durable battery, We expected better image quality from the main camera
Many people find LG's G5 as a risky attempt because of its striking changes from last year's model. Undoubtedly, there is something charming about this design and additional modules. We can't be sure though how customers will receive these novelties. Ther...
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Published: 2016-05-26, Author: Tim , review by: techspot.com
Excellent range of hardware, including a fast Snapdragon 820, great 1440p display, fingerprint sensor, microSD card slot, and USBC. Comfortable, ergonomic design. Dual camera system is versatile and takes fantastic photos.
The modular slot is a complete dud, providing no compelling additional features. LG's ‘metal' body is underwhelming. Software lacks the polish a highend phone deserves. Disappointing battery life.
Abstract: LG introduced a new smartphone series late last year, in an attempt to get a bigger foothold in the premium smartphone market. The first of the series, the LG V10 , brought with a durable build and some new hardware features, along with a unique take a se...
Inconsistent daylight visibility, LG still lags behind on software design, Whatever LG wants to call this finish, it still feels like plastic
Buy it for the phone, not the modulesBut if you buy the LG G5, buy it for the phone, not the modules. As we've already discovered, the current crop of attachments are kind of a mess, with only one widely available — the largely disappointing CAM PLUS. Eve...
Published: 2016-05-11, Author: Daniel , review by: notebookcheck.net
bright and high-contrast display, Always-On display, comprehensive security features, good cameras, great voice quality with good noise suppression, modular slot, fast storage, expandable storage, very fast SoC
only USB 2.0, no App2SD, preloaded forced apps, only LTE Cat. 6, low resolution of the wide-angle lens, ambient light sensor sets the luminance too low, throttling under heavy workloads
LG has been really creative this year to get the attention of customers and we think the Korean company offers a successful overall package. The combination of a good display, proven camera and decent battery runtimes is a solid foundation. We really like...
Abstract: The LG G5 marked a dramatic departure from the norm for LG, with their latest flagship offering being the first to feature an all metal build. As significant as the change in build material is, what makes the G5 stand out from the crowd even more is its m...
Published: 2016-05-09, Author: David , review by: newatlas.com
Abstract: The LG G5 stands out from this year's batch of smartphone upgrades in giving us something genuinely new to talk about. Its modular approach, letting you clip in spare batteries and camera packs and speakers, brings a touch of innovation to a market that s...
The LG G5 isn't the handset most people are going to pick up when they go into their local retailer or wireless carrier. Samsung has done an exceptional job of refining its offering this year to diminish previous flaws, while LG has taken extra care to ev...
