LG G7 ThinQ review

For the most part, the LG G7 ThinQ produces images with balanced exposures, and even tackles low lighting conditions relatively well – though pixel-level detail noticeably suffers from over-aggressive noise reduction. Still, its super-wide lens is still relatively uncommon among high-end phones and like previous LG devices offers a surprising level of control over video settings.

Anyone wanting extensive video controls or a built-in super-wide lens.;

Those looking for class-leading image quality, anyone who prefers a telephoto focal length for portraits.;

LG G7 ThinQ review

The LG G7 ThinQ is one of the best ways to get a top-end phone that doesn’t cost so much it’ll make your bank account crumble to dust. And while from a distance its unique extras sound like gimmicks, they’re actually neat. Wide-angle camera? Great for holidays and big group photos. BoomBox rumble speaker? It actually works. 1000-nit screen? A killer extra for taking photos on sunny days. The camera isn’t close to the best thanks to its tendency to overexpose 24/7 and the new AI stuff is a bit rubbish. But when the Galaxy S9 is £140 more, the LG G7 looks like a good deal. You get an even better deal with the OnePlus 6, of course, but it doesn’t have the quirky extras that make the LG G7 different. READ MORE: The 10 best smartphones in the world right now

Lots of power; Useful wide angle camera; Neat audio features; Super-bright screen;

Camera blows out shots; LG software is a bit drab;

LG G7 ThinQ review

The G7 is cheaper than most flagships, but the OnePlus 6 is cheaper still. In terms of features, the G7's highlights include the very bright screen, water-resistance, wireless charging and surprisingly good sound from the mono speaker. Cameras are solid, if unremarkable, and there's uncommon wide-angle lens for better landscape photography. Ultimately, the G7 ThinQ is a perfectly good phone at a sensible price and is a good choice if the OnePlus 6's lack of water-proofing and wireless charging are deal-breakers for you.

LG G7 ThinQ Review

2018 is not shaping up to be a shocking year for smartphones. Like its competitors, the LG G7 ThinQ is evolutionary, not revolutionary. Compared with last year's G6, it brings the processor up to date, improves the camera, and pumps up the volume on the speaker. And yes, it has a notch. Despite the lack of any blockbuster new features, the $750 G7 still has powerful specs, excellent audio quality, and a sharp AI-powered camera. It's a solid multimedia powerhouse if you're looking for an alternative to flagship models from Apple and Samsung. window.videoEmbeds = window.videoEmbeds || []; window.videoEmbeds.push({ elemId: 'video-container-qGo5wY8qnW', data: {"slug":"qGo5wY8qnW","url":"https:\/\/mashable-video.s3.amazonaws.com\/conversions\/cms\/2018\/pcmag-ign\/pcmag-f1b8eea7e15af1f157d703e5b11e6962\/mp4\/480.mp4","transcoded_urls":["https:\/\/mashable-video.s3.amazonaws.com\/conversions\/cms\/2018\/pcmag-ig...

The G7 ThinQ hits the latest phone trends and includes signature LG features like a wide-angle camera and audiophile-quality sound for a solid alternative to flagships from Apple and Samsung.

Audiophile-friendly sound; Sharp, bright display; Solid low-light camera mode and AI image tweaking; Latest processor and modem

AI camera processing can be slow; No real blockbuster new features

LG G7 ThinQ review review

Lots of power; Useful wide angle camera; Neat audio features; Super-bright screen;

Camera blows out shots; LG software is a bit drab;