LG G8S ThinQ The LG G8S ThinQ is a balanced everyday device, powered by the Qualcomm SM8150 Snapdragon 855 (7 nm), suited to light-to-moderate use (2019).
2019 · Mid-range · Android 9.0 (Pie) ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Mid-range), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size 6.21" · 155.3 x 76.6 x 8 mm (6.11 x 3.02 x 0.31 in)
Chipset Qualcomm SM8150 Snapdragon 855 (7 nm)
RAM 6GB
Storage 128GB | 64GB
Main Camera 12 MP · LED flash
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✓︎ Pros
✓ Smooth Qualcomm SM8150 Snapdragon 855 (7 nm) for daily use and light gaming
✓ Sharp 401 PPI screen
✓ 6.21" OLED/AMOLED display with deep blacks and vibrant colours
✓ 3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
✓ 5G capable for fast cellular data
⊗ Cons
✗ Smaller 3,550 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗ 12 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage days Photography
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm SM8150 Snapdragon 855 (7 nm)
Upper-mid performance — fast and capable
CPU
Octa-core (1x2.84 GHz Kryo 485 & 3x2.42 GHz Kryo 485 & 4x1.78 GHz Kryo 485)
OS
Android 9.0 (Pie), upgradable to Android 12
RAM
6GB
Fine for everyday apps
💻 Display
Sharpness
401 ppi
Sharp and comfortable to read
Panel
G-OLED, HDR10
OLED: perfect blacks, vivid colours, power-efficient
📷 Camera
Main Camera
12 MP
Capable for everyday photos
Multi-Camera Setup
12 MP, f/1.8, 27mm (wide), 1.4µm, PDAF, OIS 12 MP, f/2.6, 49mm (telephoto), 1.0µm, PDAF, 2x optical zoom 13 MP, f/2.4, 14mm (ultrawide), 1.0µm
Main Video
4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps, 1080p@240fps, HDR, 24-bit/192kHz stereo sound rec.
🔋 Battery
Capacity
3,550 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Po 3550 mAh, non-removable
📱 Design & Build
Weight
181g
Balanced size and weight
Dimensions
155.3 x 76.6 x 8 mm (6.11 x 3.02 x 0.31 in)
Build
Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back (Gorilla Glass 6), aluminum frame
SIM
· Nano-SIM · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Colors
Mirror Black, Mirror Teal, Mirror White, Carmine Red, New Aurora Black, New Moroccan Blue
Sensors
Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
📶 Network
Speed
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat19 1600/150 Mbps
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G Bands
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1800 / 1900 / 2100
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA
GPS
GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
🔊 Sound
Loudspeaker
Yes, with stereo speakers
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Does the LG G8S ThinQ support 5G?› No, the LG G8S ThinQ does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA / LTE.
Does the LG G8S ThinQ have NFC?› Yes, the LG G8S ThinQ has NFC for contactless payments and pairing.
Does the LG G8S ThinQ support wireless charging?› Yes, the LG G8S ThinQ supports wireless charging (18W wired, QC3 Wireless).
Does the LG G8S ThinQ support reverse wireless charging?› No reverse wireless charging mentioned for the LG G8S ThinQ.
Does the LG G8S ThinQ support fast charging?› Yes, up to 18W (18W wired, QC3 Wireless).
Is the LG G8S ThinQ waterproof? What is the IP rating?› The LG G8S ThinQ 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 G8S ThinQ have expandable storage?› Yes, the LG G8S ThinQ supports microSDXC expandable storage.
Does the LG G8S ThinQ support dual SIM?› The LG G8S ThinQ SIM configuration: · Nano-SIM · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM.
Does the LG G8S ThinQ have a headphone jack?› Yes, the LG G8S ThinQ has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Does the LG G8S ThinQ have stereo speakers?› Yes, the LG G8S ThinQ has stereo speakers.
What Android version does the LG G8S ThinQ ship with?› The LG G8S ThinQ ships with Android 9.0 (Pie), upgradable to Android 12.
What type of USB port does the LG G8S ThinQ use?› The LG G8S ThinQ uses USB Type-C 3.1, OTG.
Does the LG G8S ThinQ support Wi-Fi 7?› The LG G8S ThinQ supports Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA.
Does the LG G8S ThinQ support Bluetooth LE Audio?› The LG G8S ThinQ has 5.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD.
