LG V20 Pro Reviews

I know that picking between the LG G6 and the LG V20 can be a tough choice. Both are premium, high-end phones that have a lot to offer. The situation on pricing doesn’t make choosing any easier, as both devices fall within the same premium tier. Although you could be able to pick one or the other at a bargain price, depending on your carrier of choice. But at the end of the day, the G6 is the phone easier to recommend to most people, and that’s not only because it is the newer, more refined model. It is not because of the slightly faster processor or the upgraded wide-angle cam either. Simply put, it is the more approachable, more user-friendly device. It is easier to handle and operate, it is resistant to dust and water damage, and no less importantly, it is more likely to appeal visually to a broader range of consumers. The LG V20, on the other hand, is more of a niche device made to suit the needs of power users, Android enthusiasts, and content creators. While it does have a screen with a larger area and a potentially useful secondary screen to go along with it, the phone is bulkier and maybe not quite as pretty. Yet those who don’t mind its quirks should be quite content with the main camera’s performance and its audio recording capabilities.

If we take price out of the equation, we see a number of areas, where the Pixel is on par or better than the LG V20, including the camera that captures images that look better and videos with faster auto-focus and better stabilization, and the very smooth and fluid Android performance. On the other hand, the LG V20 continues to stand as a unique proposition for true power users who may put its larger screen and advanced features to good use.

At the end of the day, it’s clear that we’re dealing with two great phones that don’t feature any glaring shortcomings or critical flaws.

The V20 is packed with interesting features for hardcore enthusiasts, but the user experience feels stale, and camera performance doesn't meet LG's claims.

There’s no contest: the LG V20 is the most feature-packed smartphone of the year. It’s a phablet that mostly nails the basics and adds on a ton of niche features, some of which you might not use all that much.

The LG V20 is the best phone you can buy with a removable battery, and its audio recording prowess is a cherry on top, but skip the phone if neither is a priority.

The LG V20 is a smartphone made for people who love smartphones and for whom price takes a backseat to flexibility. No, it’s not the most expensive smartphone on the market, but for the cash, you really need to know what you’re getting – and what you’re not. If you never use your smartphone’s camera or listen to audio on headphones, the LG V20 probably isn’t for you. If you do, it very well could be. If, though, you already live in fear of being out of reach of an outlet, the V20’s higher-than-typical power consumption could be a real problem. You sacrifice water-resistance in return for microSD and a removable battery, so you need to be sure they’re truly priorities. Most importantly, you need to be willing to put in the effort playing with manual camera controls, setting up the secondary touch bar, and generally tweaking the V20 for it to deliver its best.

At the end of the day, if all you need is a good phone that just works, the LG V20 probably isn’t the best option for you. But if you see yourself as a geek, as a technology fan who knows how to make the most of a phone like this, I’d recommend giving it a try.