Comparison samsung galaxy s8 vs lg g6

The Samsung Galaxy S8 arrives with metallic design and IP68 certification

screen

If there is something in which the new LG flagship stands out, it is precisely on the screen. We can say that for a small detail it surpasses that of most of its current rivals. Not the Galaxy S8. The LG G6 has a panel 5.7 inch resolution QHD + 2,880 x 1,440 pixels. The manufacturer has used an 18: 9 format in this generation instead of the usual 16: 9. This causes the screen to be somewhat longer. If you have seen the previous video, this addition also makes it win in ergonomics. It is as if we had a 5.2-inch mobile in a 5.7-inch one. It fits perfectly in the palm of the hand.

On the other hand, the LG G6 screen boasts of being compatible with HDR images, both in Dolby Vision format and in HDR10 format. This means that we can enjoy the HDR content of the compatible streaming platforms.

The LG G6 offers a widescreen display

As we mentioned earlier, the LG G6 does not outperform the Galaxy S8. And is that one of the characteristics of the Samsung Galaxy S8 is that it offers an aspect ratio of 18.5: 9, something in which it coincides with its competitor. It is more like the format used in motion pictures. With this, we get a better visualization when watching videos in horizontal format. The screen size of the Galaxy S8 is 5.8 inches. The terminal uses Super AMOLED technology and a QHD + resolution of 2,960 x 1,440 pixels. The resulting density stays at 570 pixels per inch.

This model also has something that surpasses its rival. Includes always-on display function. In this way, we can see different notifications or the time without having to enter the main screen.

Samsung Galaxy S8 includes always-on display feature

Processor, memory and operating system

The Samsung Galaxy S8 is powered this year by a new version of the even more powerful Exynos processor. It has been manufactured in the 10nm process and incorporates eight cores. Four of them working at 2.3 GHz and the other four working at 1.7 GHz. According to the Asian, the new SoC yields 20% and has a graphics 23% more efficient than last year's model. Accompanied by this chip we find a 4 GB RAM and 64 GB of internal storage. A capacity that can be expanded through the use of microSD cards up to 256 GB.

For its part, the LG G6 includes a Snapdragon 821 processor. It is a chip with four cores, two working at 2.4 GHz and two at 2 GHz. The graphics card (GPU) is an Adreno 530 at 650 MHz. In your case, this chip goes hand in hand with 4 GB of RAM and 32 GB of internal storage. This capacity can also be expanded by using microSD cards of up to 2 TB.

Comparative sheet

	LG G6	Samsung Galaxy S8
screen	5.7 inches, 2,880 x 1,440 pixels QHD + (564 dpi), HDR10 and Dolby Vision, 18: 9 format	5.8 ″ Super AMOLED resolution 1440 x 2960 pixels, 570 dpi
Main chamber	13 megapixels (f / 1.8) with OIS + 13 megapixels (f / 2.4) wide angle up to 125 degrees, LED flash	12 megapixels, aperture f / 1.7, LED flash
Camera for selfies	5 megapixels, f / 2.2, 100 degree wide angle	8 megapixels, aperture f / 1.7, LED flash
Internal memory	32 GB	64 GB
Extension	microSD up to 2TB	microSD up to 256 GB
Processor and RAM	Snapdragon 821 (two cores at 2.4 GHz and two cores at 2 GHz), 4 GB RAM	Exynos 8895 (eight cores 4 at 2.3 GHz and 4 at 1.7 GHz), 4 GB of RAM
Drums	3,300 mAh	3,000 mAh, fast charging, wireless charging
Operating system	Android 7.0 Nougat	Android 7 Nougat
Connections	BT 4.2, GPS, USB-C, NFC, WiFi 802.11 b / g / n / ac	Bluetooth 5.0, GPS, USB Type-C, NFC, 4G, Wi-Fi 802.11 a / b / g / n / ac
SIM	nanoSIM	nanoSIM
Design	Metal and glass, IP68 certification, colors: white, black and silver	Metal and glass, 58% screen ratio. Colors: black, silver and purple
Dimensions	148.9 x 71.9 x 7.9 millimeters (139 grams)	148.9 x 68.1 x 8 mm (155 grams)
Featured Features	Fingerprint reader, Quad DAC for HiFi sound	Fingerprint reader, iris scanner, facial recognition, Bixby, waterproof (IP68)
Release date	Available	April 28, 2017
Price	750 euros	810 euros

In regards to the operating system, the two devices have opted for Android 7.0 Nougat. We are talking about the most recent version of Google's mobile operating system, which comes with outstanding functions. We can mention among them the multi-window mode, which allows you to use two applications at the same time from the same screen.

Camera and multimedia

Taking into account that we are facing two high-end phones, it is not surprising that both offer a photographic section to match. And it is precisely here where we are going to find another of the great features of the Samsung Galaxy S8. Samsung's new flagship phone comes with a 12-megapixel Dual Pixel camera and f / 1.7 aperture. This model also has a fast focus system and an optical image stabilizer. In addition, the stabilization system extends to video. We can record with 4K resolution.

Where we are going to find news is on the front. The new terminal has a camera for selfies with a resolution of 8 megapixels and aperture f / 1.7. The South Korean has added some extras, such as stickers, labels or effects.

The Galaxy S8 comes with an 8 megapixel selfie camera

The LG G6 offers two sensors with 13 megapixels of resolution each. Which is not bad either. One of them is a 125 degree wide angle and f / 2.4 aperture. The other sensor has an f / 1.8 aperture and optical image stabilization. For the front LG has chosen to incorporate a camera with a 5 megapixel sensor, f / 2.2 aperture and a 100 degree wide angle.

The LG G6 offers a dual 13 megapixel camera

Autonomy and connectivity

We are nearing the end of the Samsung Galaxy S8 vs LG G6 comparison. At this point we cannot ignore the section on autonomy. The Samsung Galaxy S8 equips a battery with a capacity of 3,000 milliamps. The best part is that it includes Samsung's new fast charging and wireless charging technology. This is not a bad figure, although we will have to bear in mind that its screen is large. We will have to wait for our thorough test to see how it behaves.

The Samsung Galaxy S8 equips a battery with fast charging

The LG G6 has a 3,300 milliamp battery. This is good data, but we must not forget the large size and resolution of the screen. In your case, Qualcomm's Quick Charge 3.1 fast charging system has also been included. We keep saying that it will be better to wait to test it more thoroughly, to give you more accurate data on usage time.

In terms of connectivity, as you may have imagined, the two phones arrive prepared with the latest. Both the Samsung Galaxy S8 and the LG G6 have Bluetooth, WiFi 802.11ac, GPS, NFC, as well as a USB type C port.

The LG G6 has a USB Type-C port

Conclusions and prices

Certainly neither the Galaxy S8 nor the LG G6 are going to disappoint the most demanding public. Both behave perfectly in the photographic section and offer optimal performance. It will be in the small details where the user must assess whether one is more convenient than the other. And it is in those small details where the Galaxy S8 wins. Its screen has a larger size and resolution. It is also panoramic and curves slightly on both sides. Also adding the possibility of making use of the always-on screen function.

We imagine the camera surprising thanks to its thousand technical details and Dual Pixel technology. But apart, this model has an iris scanner for greater security and the new Bixby assistant. An assistant that will rival Apple's Siri, Cortana or Alexa. The LG G6 is expected to go on sale at a price of around 750 euros. The Samsung Galaxy S8 will land on the market at a price of 810 euros. It will go on sale next April 28, although it is already possible to reserve it.