LG V30S
$0
Overview
LG V30S is a budget Android smartphone released in 2018 with a 6-inch OLED, Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 chipset, 16 main camera, and 3300 mAh battery.
Priced at $0, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of LG V30S
The display of LG V30S measures 6 inches with OLED technology. Peak brightness reaches 500 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1440 x 2880 resolution.
The camera system of LG V30S features 2 rear cameras: 16 main, 13MP ultrawide. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of LG V30S has 3300mAh capacity with 9 wired charging. Wireless charging supports 15. A full charge takes approximately 120 min minutes.
The performance of LG V30S is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 chipset with Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 342500.
The memory of LG V30S offers 1GB RAM with 8GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4 technology. Storage is 8GB 1GB RAM.
The connectivity of LG V30S includes 5G support, Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot, and Bluetooth 4.0.
The build of LG V30S weighs 158g with Aluminum frame and Glass back. Water and dust resistance is rated IP68. Dimensions measure 151.7 x 75.4 x 7.4 mm.
The software of LG V30S runs Android 4.4.2 (KitKat). Software support extends 2 years through 2028.
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Frequently Asked Questions about LG V30S
LG V30S has a 16 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Yes, LG V30S is excellent for gaming with its Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 chipset. It handles demanding games at high settings with smooth frame rates.
LG V30S receives 2 years of updates through 2028. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Yes, LG V30S supports 5G connectivity with Sub-6GHz bands for fast mobile data. It works with major 5G carriers globally.
Yes, LG V30S is water resistant with IP68 rating. It can withstand submersion in 1.5 meters of fresh water for 30 minutes. Avoid saltwater and high-pressure water.
LG V30S has a 3300mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
LG V30S at $0 is a budget device offering Qualcomm Snapdragon 835. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
LG V30S supports 9 wired charging with full charge in approximately 120 min minutes. Wireless charging supports 15.
LG V30S is available in 8GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
LG V30S has a 6-inch OLED with 60Hz refresh rate and 500 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes HDR10.
LG V30S in Category Rankings
See how LG V30S ranks in these categories:
Best Gaming Phones
Powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 835
5G Phones
Supports 5G connectivity
Best Budget Phones
Affordable at $0
Water Resistant Phones
IP68 water and dust resistance
Wireless Charging Phones
Supports 15 wireless charging
Phones Under $500
Priced at $0
Compact Phones
6" display
Android Phones
Runs Android
Verdict
The LG V30S delivers practical value for users prioritizing affordability over premium features. Pick this phone for essential smartphone functionality, if you prioritize affordability while still needing core features.
Key Specifications
Display
6"
Main Camera
16
Chipset
Qualcomm Snapdragon 835
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 900 / 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | N/A |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | n1,n3,n5,n7,n8,n20,n28,n38,n40,n41,n66,n71 |
| 5G mmWave Bands | N/A |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | 4x4mimo |
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support | 2CC |
Launch
| Announced | 2018 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | N/A |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 151.7 x 75.4 x 7.4 mm |
| Weight (g) | 158 |
| Build Materials | Metal |
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Back Finish | Glass |
| Colors | ["Silver"] |
| IP Rating | IP68 |
| Rugged Certifications | MIL-STD-810G |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | 0x0x0 |
| Thermal Solution | graphite-sheet |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | OLED |
| Size (inches) | 6 |
| Resolution (px) | 1440 x 2880 |
| Aspect Ratio | 9:16 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 537 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 81 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 500 |
| HDR Standards | HDR10 |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 10 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | N/A |
| Glass Protection | gorilla-glass-5 |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display | N/A |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 4.4.2 (KitKat) |
| Update Policy | 2 years |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 |
| CPU | 4x Kryo 280 2.45 GHz + 4x Kryo 280 1.9 GHz |
| GPU | Qualcomm Adreno 540 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | 1.2 TOPS |
| ISP Features | dual-pixel-af |
| Modem | snapdragon-x16 |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | N/A |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | N/A |
| AnTuTu Score | 342500 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 1GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4 |
| Storage | 8GB |
| Storage Type | 8GB 1GB RAM |
| Storage Speed | ufs2.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 2 |
| Main Sensor | 16 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/3.09" |
| Main Sensor Model | Sony IMX351 Exmor RS |
| Main Lens | f/1.6, 26mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | AF |
| Pixel Binning | 1 um |
| Ultrawide | 13MP, FOV: 120° |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | Dual-LED |
| Video Resolution | 1080p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | HDR10 |
| Video Codecs | h.264,h.265 |
| Slow Motion | 1080p@120fps |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 5 |
| Sensor Size | Wide angle lens |
| Aperture | f/1.9 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | screen-flash |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | 2D |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | 24bit/192khz |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aac,aptx,ldac |
| DAC/Amp | quad-dac |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot |
| Bluetooth | 4.0 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | USB Type C |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | capacitive |
| 3D Face ID | N/A |
| Accelerometer | |
| Gyroscope | |
| Magnetometer | |
| Proximity Sensor | |
| Ambient Light | |
| Barometer | |
| Thermo/Hygrometer | N/A |
| UV Sensor | N/A |
| Hall Sensor | |
| Color Temp Sensor | |
| Health Sensors | heart-rate,stress |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 3300 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 9 |
| Wired Standard | QC2.0 |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 60 min |
| Full Charge Time | 120 min |
| Wireless Charging | 15 |
| Wireless Standard | Qi |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | N/A |
| Battery Health Features | adaptive-charging |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 4.4.2 (KitKat) |
| Update Window | 2 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | N/A |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | app-lock,permissions |
| Accessibility | talkback,color-inversion |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | charger,usb-c-cable,headphones,manual |
| Recycled Materials (%) | N/A |
| Repairability Score | N/A |
| Warranty | N/A |
Reviews & Ratings
186 ratings
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Alex R.
2 weeks ago
Absolutely love the camera on this phone! The zoom is incredible and the photos are so crisp. Battery life is also a huge plus.
Ben C.
1 month ago
Great performance and beautiful display. My only complaint is that it feels a bit heavy, but you get used to it. Solid phone overall.
Chloe D.
3 months ago
The best phone I've ever owned. It's fast, the software is clean, and the build quality is top-notch. Highly recommend!
LG V30S Review: Solid Performance for the Price
Our comprehensive review of the LG V30S covers display quality, camera performance, battery life, and overall value. A solid choice in its price segment.
- + Powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 chipset for smooth performance
- + Wireless charging support
- - Camera performance is average
- - Battery life could be better