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Introduction
LG has so many ideas that it can't fit them all in one phone, so it releases several versions of each pohne. It happened to the V30 and it's happening to the LG G7 ThinQ. There are two new G7 models, one is the company's first Android One phone, the other is a 'lite' version of the G-series flagship.
Let's fight through the feeling of deja vu and meet the LG G7 One and G7 Fit. Both share their physical dimensions with the ThinQ model and the front looks identical. The first signs of change are visible on the back.
LG G7 One (left) and LG G7 Fit (right)
As you can guess from its name, the LG G7 One runs Android One. If you've ever said "I like LG's hardware, but not its software" then this one's for you. In an ideal world, it would have been just a G7 ThinQ with a different ROM, but that's not the case.
In the interest of clarity, here are the three major changes that separate the G7 One from the G7 ThinQ: the G7 One has a Snapdragon 835 chipset, lower RAM/storage capacity and it lacks the wide-angle camera on the back. The full spec list is below.
LG G7 One at a glance
- Body: IP68 waterproof, MI-STD-810G compliant
- Display: 6.1" IPS LCD, 1,440 x 3,120px, 19.5:9 aspect ratio, 563ppi; HDR10/Dolby Vision; Always On Display
- Rear camera: single 16MP camera, f/1.6 aperture, 1.0µm pixels; PDAF and Laser AF; 2160p/30fps, 1080p/30fps
- Front camera: 8MP, f/1.9; 1080p/30fps
- OS/Software: Android 8.1 Oreo, Android One
- Chipset: Snapdragon 835: octa-core CPU (4x2.35GHz Kryo 280 Gold+ 4x1.9GHz Kryo 280 Silver), Adreno 540 GPU
- Memory: 4GB of RAM; 32GB of storage; microSD card slot (up to 512GB)
- Battery: 3,000mAh Li-Po (sealed); Quick Charge 3.0; WPC&PMA wireless charging (US model only)
- Connectivity: Singe and Dual SIM versions available in certain markets; USB-C 3.1; Wi-Fi a/b/g/n/ac; Bluetooth 5.0 LE with aptX; GPS/GLONASS/Beidou; NFC; FM radio
- Misc: 3.5mm headphone jack with QuadDAC; Boombox speaker
The LG G7 Fit sticks with LG's customized version of Android. Its purpose is to be an affordable LG G7 ThinQ - think of it as "G7 Lite". It too sacrifices the wide camera on the back, which is unfortunate as that's our favorite LG G-series feature. And it winds the chipset even further back in time, it's a Snapdragon 821, aka the LG G6 chipset.
You still get a sharp HDR-capable display inside an IP68/MIL-STD body. There's a 3.5mm audio jack backed by Quad DACs to boot. Here's a more complete list of differences between the LG G7 Fit and One.
LG G7 Fit at a glance
- Same as above, except...
- Chipset: Snapdragon 821: quad-core CPU (2x2.15GHz Kryo + 2x1.6 Kryo); Adreno 530 GPU
- OS/Software: Android 8.1 Oreo (with LG customizations)
- Rear camera: single 16MP camera, f/2.2 aperture; PDAF and Laser AF; 2160p/30fps, 1080p/30fps video
- Storage: 32GB or 64GB storage
- Battery: same capacity, no wireless charging
How much is Android One worth to you? Before you answer, consider how rare flagships running One are. While the S835 isn't bleeding edge anymore, it's still faster than the 710. And sure, some maker skins still have their fans, e.g. MIUI and Samsung, but how often do you hear people defending the LG skin?
As for the G7 Fit, you may scoff at the Snapdragon from 2016, but the G6 used the same chipset and it was a fine phone. Honestly, we think we'll miss the wide-angle camera more - those are rare and significantly more useful than "depth sensors". Some value them more than even telephoto cameras.
Alright, that will do for introductions, let's go for a closer look.
LG G7 One
Let's ask again: how much is Android One worth to you? More than having the latest chipset? If you were looking at a Nokia, Xiaomi, Motorola Android One phones, we already know the answer - most models don't go above Snapdragon 660.
What about a dual camera? The answer is largely the same, most Android One dual camera solutions boil down to "depth sensors". Even the venerable OnePlus 6 (not technically One, but still) doesn't have a wide or tele camera. Not even a black & white camera.
And here's the thing, for regular photos the LG G7 One should be as good as the ThinQ model. It has a 16MP sensor with a bright f/1.6 lens (but the same tiny pixels, 1.0µm), same focusing tech as well.
Same Super Bright Display • A single 16MP camera
The LG G7 One has premium features too, like the 6.1" screen with QHD sharpness and HDR10/Dolby Vision support. And it supports Always On Display. The Huawei P20 Pro can't claim none of those.
The One uses the same Super Bright LCD screen as the G7 ThinQ, which was ridiculously bright - 920nits! - and offered a very high contrast ratio. This is done with the help of an RGBW PenTile matrix.
That's not the end of it either. Many will look at the Pocophone as the phone to beat in terms of bang for the buck, but remember that that one has no waterproofing. Neither does the Zenfone 5z or the OnePlus 6.
The G7 One still has a glass back, but rather than the polished finish of the V30 and G7, it has a frosted finish (similar to the OnePlus). We quite liked it, it feels premium and for a second we thought it was metal.
Same on the front • New frosted glass on the back
The LG G7 One gets the full IP68 rating (1.5m underwater for 30 minutes) and better still, it's MIL-STD-810G compliant so it can face terrestrial dangers too.
LG has been building audiophile-friendly phones for years now and this one is no exception. Yes, it has a 3.5mm jack and yes, it's powered by a 32-bit QuadDAC setup (with DTS:X 3D surround sound to boot).
The Boombox speaker on the bottom is built into an internal cavity that works as a resonance chamber. LG promises double the base and it delivers - the audio is loud, crisp and deep.
While not the best ever, the LG G7 ThinQ camera offered solid shots and the freedom to shoot expansive scenes from up close with the wide-angle camera. Unfortunately, the wide camera is not present on this model.
The LG G7 One keeps most of the main camera, though it loses OIS. It has a 16MP sensor behind a bright aperture (f/1.6), but pixels are fairly small (1.0µm). It features Lase AF and Phase Detection AF.
LG's Super Bright Camera mode is available so you get get a good low-light shot out of those tiny pixels (but at the cost of resolution, it drops to 4MP). Despite the change in software, LG's AI CAM will also be available, though at a later date.
LG G7 One
We've been putting it off, but it's time to talk about the chipset. It's a Snapdragon 835, aka the same chipset used in the LG V30 and V30S ThinQ. It's still faster than the Snapdragon 710, especially the GPU, so we're fine with this as a choice of chipset.
We're less happy with the change in memory. 4GB of RAM is starting to feel a little restrictive, especially on a phone that will be getting updated to new Android versions. Same with the storage, 32GB is going to be tight as Android grows new features. There's a microSD slot, but that's slower than built-in storage.
LG G7 Fit
LG sees this model as a bridge between pricey flagships and mid-range models. It combines flagship-level ruggedness, screen and audio with some cost-cutting measures like using an older chipset.
A 'lite' version of the LG G7
The front of the LG G7 Fit looks identical to the ThinQ and One models, but the back differs from both. Yes, there's still a single camera on the back and also a single LED flash. It's a minor difference, though, you need a keen eye to see it.
The 6.1" screen uses the same Super Bright Display tech as the other G7 versions. You even get a manual Outdoor Boost on this one. Anyway, the display is also slightly larger than the G6 screen while offering the same HDR10/Dolby Vision goodies (Always On Display too).
A notched screen (but there's an option to hide it)
The selfie camera - which sits right in the middle of the notch - is better too, an 8MP sensor with f/1.9 aperture. Quite the upgrade over G6's 5MP f/2.2 cam. We'll cover the rear camera in a minute. For now, let's focus on the good stuff.
The 3.5mm audio jack is once again joined by its QuadDAC and DTS:X friends. There's FM radio too, good on LG for offering its users more options than online streaming. Don't forget about the Boombox speaker too - it really sounds better than tinny stereo speakers.
Unfortunately, the body of the LG G7 Fit felt plasticy in our hands. It's as rugged as the other two - IP68 and MIL-STD-810G compliant - but it just lacks a premium feel.
We can't say we're fans of the sparkly finish
The Fit runs LG UX, but some features are still pure Google. All three G7 models have a dedicated Google Assistant button on the side. A 'lite' version of AI Cam is on board.
While RAM is capped at 4GB again, this one actually has a version with 64GB storage (in addition to the 32GB base). That won't be available in all regions, but it's better than nothing.
The chipset is a mixed bag. The CPU side (quad first generation Kryo) is not as fast as the Snapdragon 710 chipset while the GPU has a slight advantage (though it's better suited for 1080p gaming, not QHD).
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