LG G6 The LG G6 is a balanced everyday device, powered by the Qualcomm MSM8996 Snapdragon 821 (14 nm), suited to light-to-moderate use (2017).
2017 · Lower-mid-range · Android 7.0 (Nougat) ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Mid-range), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size 5.7" · 148.9 x 71.9 x 7.9 mm (5.86 x 2.83 x 0.31 in)
Chipset Qualcomm MSM8996 Snapdragon 821 (14 nm)
RAM 4GB
Storage 128GB | 32GB | 64GB
Main Camera 13 MP · Dual-LED flash
⚖️ Compare With
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✓︎ Pros
✓ Razor-sharp 564 PPI display — text and images look crisp
✓ 5.7" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓ Lightweight at 163g — easy to carry
✓ 3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗ Smaller 3,300 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗ Basic Qualcomm MSM8996 Snapdragon 821 (14 nm) for simple tasks only
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage days Gaming Multitasking
ℹ️ Overview
Announced
2017, February 26. Released 2017, April 07
Also Known As
Versions: LG G6+ with 128 GB storage; H870 (Europe); H871 (AT&T); H872 (T-Mobile); H873 (Canada); H870K (Australia); LS993 (Sprint); US997 (U.S. Cellular); VS988 (Verizon Wireless)
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8996 Snapdragon 821 (14 nm)
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
Quad-core (2x2.35 GHz Kryo & 2x1.6 GHz Kryo)
OS
Android 7.0 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie), LG UX 8 UI
RAM
4GB
Fine for everyday apps
💻 Display
Sharpness
564 ppi
Razor-sharp — text is crystal clear
Panel
IPS LCD, HDR10, Dolby Vision
IPS: accurate colours, good brightness
📷 Camera
Main Camera
13 MP
Capable for everyday photos
Main Video
4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, HDR, 24-bit/192kHz stereo sound rec.
Main Camera Features
Dual-LED flash, HDR, panorama
🔋 Battery
Capacity
3,300 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Po 3300 mAh, non-removable
Charging
18W wired, QC3, 50% in 30 min Wireless (USA)
📱 Design & Build
Weight
163g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
148.9 x 71.9 x 7.9 mm (5.86 x 2.83 x 0.31 in)
Build
Glass front (Gorilla Glass 3), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum frame
SIM
· Nano-SIM · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Colors
Astro Black, Ice Platinum, Terra Gold, Marine Blue, Mystic White, Raspberry Rose, Moroccan Blue, Lavender Violet
Sensors
Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
📶 Network
Speed
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (3CA) Cat12 600/150 Mbps
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 (dual-SIM model only)
3G Bands
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA
🔊 Sound
Radio
FM radio (market dependent)
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Does the LG G6 support 5G?› No, the LG G6 does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA / LTE.
Does the LG G6 have NFC?› Yes, the LG G6 has NFC for contactless payments and pairing.
Does the LG G6 support wireless charging?› Yes, the LG G6 supports wireless charging (18W wired, QC3, 50% in 30 min Wireless (USA)).
Does the LG G6 support reverse wireless charging?› No reverse wireless charging mentioned for the LG G6.
Does the LG G6 support fast charging?› Yes, up to 18W (18W wired, QC3, 50% in 30 min Wireless (USA)).
Is the LG G6 waterproof? What is the IP rating?› The LG G6 is rated IP68 — IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) MIL-STD-810G compliant* *does not guarantee ruggedness or use in extreme conditions.
Does the LG G6 have expandable storage?› Yes, the LG G6 supports microSDXC expandable storage.
Does the LG G6 support dual SIM?› The LG G6 SIM configuration: · Nano-SIM · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM.
Does the LG G6 have a headphone jack?› Yes, the LG G6 has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Does the LG G6 have stereo speakers?› Speaker setup: Yes.
What Android version does the LG G6 ship with?› The LG G6 ships with Android 7.0 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie), LG UX 8 UI.
What type of USB port does the LG G6 use?› The LG G6 uses USB Type-C 3.1, OTG.
Does the LG G6 support Wi-Fi 7?› The LG G6 supports Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA.
Does the LG G6 support Bluetooth LE Audio?› The LG G6 has 4.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD.
