[Androidme2018]- Now that the Samsung Galaxy S8 has been launched, we decided to put it head-to-head in a comparison against the LG G6. As we're writing up the final reviews for both devices, let us have a look at what distinguishes these top protagonists of the smartphone world in 2017 by taking a look at the technical specs.
LG G6 hands-on: the best battery life yet from an LG phone
Samsung Galaxy S8 hands-on: the curved wonder
Samsung Galaxy S8 vs LG G6: design
Users of either phone will not be disappointed by the design and build of the Galaxy S8 or the LG G6. Both manufacturers paid close attention to detail and both devices offer a sleek unibody made of glass and metal. The G6 measures 148.9 x 71.9 x 7.9 mm and weighs 163 grams while the S8 measures 148.9 x 68.1 x 8 mm and weighs 155 grams, making it slightly lighter.
The Samsung Galaxy S8 is 8 grams lighter than the LG G6. / © AndroidPIT
One of the biggest changes on the Galaxy S8 is the removal of the home button from the front and the fingerprint scanner being moved to the back. The G6 instead gets rid of the modular design of the G5, but keeps the fingerprint scanner on the rear panel. The S8, unlike the G6, can also be unlocked using the iris scanner on the front of the phone.
Both the Samsung Galaxy S8 and the LG G6 have a fingerprint scanner on the back. / © AndroidPIT
If you love curves, the Galaxy S8 is sure to catch your attention, thanks to its curved edges both on the front and the back. The G6 opts instead for a squarer contour, but both devices fit nicely in your hand. I actually prefer the design of the Galaxy S8, but it's really just a matter of personal taste!
There is a USB type-C port and mini headphone jack on both devices. / © AndroidPIT
Both Samsung and LG equipped their flagships with IP68 certification, USB Type-C port (this was missing on the Galaxy S7) and a headphone jack.
Samsung Galaxy S8 vs LG G6: display
The LG G6 and Samsung Galaxy S8 have unusual display formats. The S8 comes with a 5.8-inch screen called Infinity Display with Super AMOLED technology, QHD+ resolution and 570 ppi. The aspect ratio is 18.5:9. The G6 incorporates a Full Vision 18:9 LCD screen with IPS technology, it's 5.7 inches in size and has QHD+ resolution, resulting in 564 ppi. The interior angles of the display are rounded on both the Galaxy S8 and the LG G6.
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Both manufacturers offer users an optimized experience by reducing the bezels surrounding the display (they're virtually invisible on the S8) to leave more space for actual content. The colors and brightness are excellent on both screens, but to see how the new aspect ratio affects the everyday experience, you'll have to wait for the final review of the Galaxy S8.
Infinity Display on the left, Full Vision display on the right. / © AndroidPIT
Meanwhile, find out more about the the LG G6's screen in the following article:
What are the advantages of the LG G6 display's rounded corners and unique ratio?
Samsung Galaxy S8 vs LG G6: software
Both devices run Android Nougat with the brand's own interface. When it comes to interfaces, this always boils down to a matter of personal taste. In recent years, Samsung has worked on their UI a lot, customizing it to give it a more minimalist look. LG's UX 6.0, with Nougat and the integrated multi-window feature, is the ideal companion for multitasking. Another difference is that on the Galaxy S8, you can access the app drawer in the same way as on the Pixel phone with a swipe up or down, while on the G6, you'll have to go through the settings menu.
The Google Assistant can be used on the LG G6 (the first non-Google smartphone to offer it) and the S8 also has Bixby in addition to the Google Assistant.
The LG G6 and Samsung Galaxy S8 run Android Nougat and will be updated to Android O in the future. / © AndroidPIT
Samsung Galaxy S8 vs LG G6: camera
The camera quality of a phone has become an element that cannot be overlooked by smartphone manufacturers. The LG G6 has a dual rear camera with 13 MP lenses and a pixel size of 1.12 μm; one lens is 125 degrees and has an aperture of f / 1.4 and the other is 71 degrees with an aperture of f / 1.7. Autofocus phase detection is also present. On the front, there is a 5 MP lens with an aperture of f / 2.2.
The S8 didn't go for the dual camera, which has also been adopted by other brands such as Huawei, and instead incorporates a 12 MP on the rear with an aperture of f / 1.7, autofocus phase detection and LED flash. For selfies, there is an 8 MP camera with an aperture of f / 1.7 on the front. The Galaxy S8 camera is exceptional because the multi-frame process captures three images automatically and merges them into a single image.
The LG G6 has a dual camera while the Samsung Galaxy S8 relies on a single rear lens. / © AndroidPIT
Which of the two will cameras offer the best shots even in low light conditions? Find out in our full review when it comes out!
Samsung Galaxy S8 vs LG G6: performance
The US model of the Galaxy S8 is powered by a Snapdragon 835 processor and a Mali-G71 GPU, which should overcome any performance issues seen in the Galaxy S7. 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB of internal storage (Universal Flash generation 2.1) should ensure smooth performance.
The G6 did not get a Snapdragon 835 processor (and the blame could also be on Samsung) but instead it has the Snapdragon 821 with 4 GB of RAM and 32 GB of internal memory. Too bad that the smartphone will not have a 64 GB storage variant in the US, as you might expect from a high-end device released in 2017 at its price. The G6 integrates a battery that is 300 mAh more powerful than the S8 (3000 mAh) but numbers, as we well know, are only estimates and don't tell you the real battery life of the phone in everyday use.
Samsung Galaxy S8 vs. LG G6 technical specifications
@VARIANTLG G6
Dimensions:148.9 x 68.1 x 8 mm148.9 x 71.9 x 7.9 mm
Weight:152 g163 g
Battery size:3000 mAh3300 mAh
Screen size:5.8 in5.7 in
Display technology:AMOLEDLCD
Screen:2960 x 1440 pixels (568 ppi)2880 x 1440 pixels (564 ppi)
Front camera:8 megapixels5 megapixels
Rear camera:12 megapixels13 megapixels
Flashlight:Dual-LEDLED
Android version:7.0 - Nougat7.0 - Nougat
User interface:TouchWizLG UX
RAM:4 GB4 GB
Internal storage:64 GB32 GB
Removable storage:microSDmicroSD
Chipset:Samsung Exynos 8895 (Samsung Galaxy S8)
Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 (Samsung Galaxy S8)
Qualcomm Snapdragon 821
Number of cores:84
Max. clock speed:Sorry, not yet available!2.4 GHz
Connectivity:HSPA, LTE, NFC, Bluetooth HSPA, LTE, NFC, Bluetooth
Samsung Galaxy S8 vs LG G6: launch and price
The LG G6 was made official in late February during Mobile World Congress in Barcelona and can be purchased for between $672 and $729.
The Samsung Galaxy S8, which was launched on March 29, can be pre-ordered at a price of $999 and you should receive it a week before its arrival on the shelves (scheduled for April 28). The S8 is available in Orchid Gray, Midnight Black and Artic Silver while the G6 can be purchased in Black and Ice Platinum. The price differences between the two devices is nearly $200 but we mustn't forget that the S8 comes with 64 and not 32 GB of internal memory.
Lowest price: LG G6
Best price $229.99 Check Offer
Samsung Galaxy S8 vs LG G6: early verdict
The real winner of this challenge can only be declared when we have completed the final reviews of both devices, coming up shortly. Both brands offer users compact devices with plenty of room for content thanks to large screens. Looking at the figures, performance should certainly not be a problem and the G6 might have a slight bonus with the dual camera.
Which do you prefer?
Choose LG G6 or Samsung Galaxy S8.
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What would your friends choose?
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What do you think about these two phones? Which would you buy, the Galaxy S8 or the LG G6? Let us know in the comments!
Thank You Very Much - Androidme2018
LG G6 hands-on: the best battery life yet from an LG phone
Samsung Galaxy S8 hands-on: the curved wonder
Samsung Galaxy S8 vs LG G6: design
Users of either phone will not be disappointed by the design and build of the Galaxy S8 or the LG G6. Both manufacturers paid close attention to detail and both devices offer a sleek unibody made of glass and metal. The G6 measures 148.9 x 71.9 x 7.9 mm and weighs 163 grams while the S8 measures 148.9 x 68.1 x 8 mm and weighs 155 grams, making it slightly lighter.
The Samsung Galaxy S8 is 8 grams lighter than the LG G6. / © AndroidPIT
One of the biggest changes on the Galaxy S8 is the removal of the home button from the front and the fingerprint scanner being moved to the back. The G6 instead gets rid of the modular design of the G5, but keeps the fingerprint scanner on the rear panel. The S8, unlike the G6, can also be unlocked using the iris scanner on the front of the phone.
Both the Samsung Galaxy S8 and the LG G6 have a fingerprint scanner on the back. / © AndroidPIT
If you love curves, the Galaxy S8 is sure to catch your attention, thanks to its curved edges both on the front and the back. The G6 opts instead for a squarer contour, but both devices fit nicely in your hand. I actually prefer the design of the Galaxy S8, but it's really just a matter of personal taste!
There is a USB type-C port and mini headphone jack on both devices. / © AndroidPIT
Both Samsung and LG equipped their flagships with IP68 certification, USB Type-C port (this was missing on the Galaxy S7) and a headphone jack.
Samsung Galaxy S8 vs LG G6: display
The LG G6 and Samsung Galaxy S8 have unusual display formats. The S8 comes with a 5.8-inch screen called Infinity Display with Super AMOLED technology, QHD+ resolution and 570 ppi. The aspect ratio is 18.5:9. The G6 incorporates a Full Vision 18:9 LCD screen with IPS technology, it's 5.7 inches in size and has QHD+ resolution, resulting in 564 ppi. The interior angles of the display are rounded on both the Galaxy S8 and the LG G6.
Opinion by Jessica MurgiaAll new phones will have larger aspect ratios in the future
What do you think?
5050117 participants
Both manufacturers offer users an optimized experience by reducing the bezels surrounding the display (they're virtually invisible on the S8) to leave more space for actual content. The colors and brightness are excellent on both screens, but to see how the new aspect ratio affects the everyday experience, you'll have to wait for the final review of the Galaxy S8.
Infinity Display on the left, Full Vision display on the right. / © AndroidPIT
Meanwhile, find out more about the the LG G6's screen in the following article:
What are the advantages of the LG G6 display's rounded corners and unique ratio?
Samsung Galaxy S8 vs LG G6: software
Both devices run Android Nougat with the brand's own interface. When it comes to interfaces, this always boils down to a matter of personal taste. In recent years, Samsung has worked on their UI a lot, customizing it to give it a more minimalist look. LG's UX 6.0, with Nougat and the integrated multi-window feature, is the ideal companion for multitasking. Another difference is that on the Galaxy S8, you can access the app drawer in the same way as on the Pixel phone with a swipe up or down, while on the G6, you'll have to go through the settings menu.
The Google Assistant can be used on the LG G6 (the first non-Google smartphone to offer it) and the S8 also has Bixby in addition to the Google Assistant.
The LG G6 and Samsung Galaxy S8 run Android Nougat and will be updated to Android O in the future. / © AndroidPIT
Samsung Galaxy S8 vs LG G6: camera
The camera quality of a phone has become an element that cannot be overlooked by smartphone manufacturers. The LG G6 has a dual rear camera with 13 MP lenses and a pixel size of 1.12 μm; one lens is 125 degrees and has an aperture of f / 1.4 and the other is 71 degrees with an aperture of f / 1.7. Autofocus phase detection is also present. On the front, there is a 5 MP lens with an aperture of f / 2.2.
The S8 didn't go for the dual camera, which has also been adopted by other brands such as Huawei, and instead incorporates a 12 MP on the rear with an aperture of f / 1.7, autofocus phase detection and LED flash. For selfies, there is an 8 MP camera with an aperture of f / 1.7 on the front. The Galaxy S8 camera is exceptional because the multi-frame process captures three images automatically and merges them into a single image.
The LG G6 has a dual camera while the Samsung Galaxy S8 relies on a single rear lens. / © AndroidPIT
Which of the two will cameras offer the best shots even in low light conditions? Find out in our full review when it comes out!
Samsung Galaxy S8 vs LG G6: performance
The US model of the Galaxy S8 is powered by a Snapdragon 835 processor and a Mali-G71 GPU, which should overcome any performance issues seen in the Galaxy S7. 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB of internal storage (Universal Flash generation 2.1) should ensure smooth performance.
The G6 did not get a Snapdragon 835 processor (and the blame could also be on Samsung) but instead it has the Snapdragon 821 with 4 GB of RAM and 32 GB of internal memory. Too bad that the smartphone will not have a 64 GB storage variant in the US, as you might expect from a high-end device released in 2017 at its price. The G6 integrates a battery that is 300 mAh more powerful than the S8 (3000 mAh) but numbers, as we well know, are only estimates and don't tell you the real battery life of the phone in everyday use.
Samsung Galaxy S8 vs. LG G6 technical specifications
@VARIANTLG G6
Dimensions:148.9 x 68.1 x 8 mm148.9 x 71.9 x 7.9 mm
Weight:152 g163 g
Battery size:3000 mAh3300 mAh
Screen size:5.8 in5.7 in
Display technology:AMOLEDLCD
Screen:2960 x 1440 pixels (568 ppi)2880 x 1440 pixels (564 ppi)
Front camera:8 megapixels5 megapixels
Rear camera:12 megapixels13 megapixels
Flashlight:Dual-LEDLED
Android version:7.0 - Nougat7.0 - Nougat
User interface:TouchWizLG UX
RAM:4 GB4 GB
Internal storage:64 GB32 GB
Removable storage:microSDmicroSD
Chipset:Samsung Exynos 8895 (Samsung Galaxy S8)
Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 (Samsung Galaxy S8)
Qualcomm Snapdragon 821
Number of cores:84
Max. clock speed:Sorry, not yet available!2.4 GHz
Connectivity:HSPA, LTE, NFC, Bluetooth HSPA, LTE, NFC, Bluetooth
Samsung Galaxy S8 vs LG G6: launch and price
The LG G6 was made official in late February during Mobile World Congress in Barcelona and can be purchased for between $672 and $729.
The Samsung Galaxy S8, which was launched on March 29, can be pre-ordered at a price of $999 and you should receive it a week before its arrival on the shelves (scheduled for April 28). The S8 is available in Orchid Gray, Midnight Black and Artic Silver while the G6 can be purchased in Black and Ice Platinum. The price differences between the two devices is nearly $200 but we mustn't forget that the S8 comes with 64 and not 32 GB of internal memory.
Lowest price: LG G6
Best price $229.99 Check Offer
Samsung Galaxy S8 vs LG G6: early verdict
The real winner of this challenge can only be declared when we have completed the final reviews of both devices, coming up shortly. Both brands offer users compact devices with plenty of room for content thanks to large screens. Looking at the figures, performance should certainly not be a problem and the G6 might have a slight bonus with the dual camera.
Which do you prefer?
Choose LG G6 or Samsung Galaxy S8.
closeYou picked undefined!
What would your friends choose?
shareVS225
VotesOops! Seems like something went wrong. Reloading might help.
LG G6349
VotesOops! Seems like something went wrong. Reloading might help.
Samsung Galaxy S8
What do you think about these two phones? Which would you buy, the Galaxy S8 or the LG G6? Let us know in the comments!
Thank You Very Much - Androidme2018
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