LG V50 ThinQ 5G Review | A Solid Phone, But Is It Ahead Of Its Time?
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- Опубликовано: 28 авг 2024
- If a phone supports 5G, that doesn’t mean you should buy it. The first wave of 5G phones are here, including the LG V50 ThinQ; it’s a strong phone in almost every department, but it’s too overpriced for the features it offers. Battery life is also concerning on 4G LTE. Here’s our review.
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What 5G phone are you looking forward to the most?
I'll tell you a few years from now when the networks are up
please could upload the wallpapers that come by default in the LG V50 thanks
This. Good fair review man.
i just got the lg v50 over samsung.. no headphone jack.... no money from me....
@@Muggles3130 I don't think you will be getting 5g anything soon because I have not seen any proof such thing is even possible but based on what the FCC says is 5g it's absolutely impossible due to lack of sattilite.
I'll just leave this right here... If the V50 is not worth the $1000 asking price, then the Galaxy S10 5G sure as hell isn't worth the $1300 asking price.
True, nice analogy
Don't worry lg Phones depreciate fast
Found a V50 on ebay For 700
@@Afronaut64 That's not the issue. People see a $1000 price tag on a flagship LG phone and shy away from it just because of the price. At the same time, they see a $1300 price tag on a flagship Samsung phone and think it's the best thing since sliced bread. People blindly follow a brand and do not care about their money.
It's not. And if we get a chance to review the S10 5G, we'll say that.
@Ivan Trudeau it's really good
Basically just an lg V40 with faster processor
And battery life is good
Perhaps at the time, the v50 was too expensive compared to the competition, but I just bought a refurbished v50 in great condition for $160. Good luck finding another comparable flagship for that price. LG was so underrated and now they're gone sadly.
The fact that LG never cared to mention that there's 4 models of this V50 5G they failed to mention:
1. U.S. Model, Sprint
2. U.S. Model, Verizon
3. E.U./Int Model, Carrier Unlocked, Dual Screen capable
4. Korean Model, Carrier Unlocked, Dual Screen capable
@@tibora13 Why is that important? It's pretty common to have different models for different markets.
the way things are going, future LG V60 and G9 will be the only flagship phones to have headphone jacks. at that point, i have no choice but to buy LG...
Please don't. LG is not a good phone manufacturer
@Ivan Trudeau yes, their phones are seriously bad.
ES9218P used in the V50 has "Analog Volume Control", which no other brands have. No need for an external DAC.
@Ivan Trudeau how
@@iluvcakes19 how
I'm sticking with my v30 till LG removes the notch. With LG I expect to have my v30 another ten years.
Is the V30 a really good phone as far as picture quality,video quality and how's the sound quality as far as music????
Ali Mony you do know you can hide the notch, right? In which case you either didn’t know you could, or you are just stubborn and the look of the notch isn’t what bothers you, but the sheer presence of it (which is really dumb).
@@mercedesbenzs600bash picture is really good, video is great, and music is AMAZING
If you get an LG with an OLED screen then the notch gets hidden pretty damn well.
Basically, invest the $899 for the V50
Don't knock the phone because of Sprint's bloatware. That was one of the reasons I left Sprint years ago. And as for the camera app being customizable what's the prob with that? If it's not the way you like it by default it can just be changed just as it was being demonstrated in the video.
Dude, are you serious. You complain about a logo. You sound like a CNN host.
God. I know. Soy boy.
😂😂
Get a case man, everyone does!!!
Love that a reviewer actually bothers to talk about the high quality audio! 👌👍
It packs everything..........
Damn it...... Its very freaking underrated 😑😕😔☹️😟😩😠
Have the v50 and love it i switched from the s10 plus and the hifi dac is 👌👌👌
How its battery life?
@@michaelazurisagustin8567 im a very heavy user and i get through my whole day without charging so it is very good i would say but if your main focus is battery steer clear of 5g phones cause they require more battery and go for the p30 pro
@Ivan Trudeau they had to and the 5g makes it more battery hungry so its about the same as the v40 if not a but better
@Ivan Trudeau what do you imply by note 9
@Ivan Trudeau oh yes the display is AMAZING
For the record ... No phone is ever worth $1k or more
True! People selling New phones for around $300 in my area.
T. C. Walker iphones are
@@victuringan1429 nah bruh...they not
@@chigginskeywest which area you live in?
Can buy five LG V40's for that
Coming from samsung s7 edge I am using lg v50 and i love it
MY LGV20 still using a 9300mAh battery for 2 years straight .
Battery looks OEM as it replaces the original back and snaps right in.
headphone jack , DAC
boss phone
That LGV20 is a pretty good phone huh????
Same. V20 is a boss. Never had the want to upgrade but verizon is selling the V50 for 500 online today so I'm nabbing it
You made an interesting point about the different 5g bands. When 4g was released we were all fortunate enough in having phones that had multi spectrum 4g bands so it was easy to switch networks but it does appear, for now, that until phones cover all 5g bands it’s pointless in getting s 5g phone as you won’t be able to switch networks and enjoy their 5g bands as your phone may not have multi 5g bands.
I just got the V50 from Verizon because it's an excellent phone for a great price. $450 off with my V40 trade in. $200 gift card for switching to Verizon from AT&T who doesn't offer the V50 yet. Battery life is great on 4G and it's future proof for when 5G is wide spread. I'll have this phone for years.
How good was your V40 and what you get the V50????
Import the attachable second screen and play Pokemon go and wizards unite at the same time.
The U.S. Version does not even have the pins on back to connect the dual screen.
i got my lg gv50 for $700 no match by any other phone ! the screen is the best i"ve ever seen ! so iphone sansung go back home try to match the lg - i didn"t say a word on the sound the lg is far ahead form all the others !
Same for me i got mine through sprint i love it switched from iphone
Watching in G7Thinq ... Its specially for those they loves Audio & Camera
I don't mind the notch if it means that I don't get a holepunch/popup camera. I thicker top bezel is even better (which is why I like the Google Pixel 4 leaks).
Always stay ahead of the curve when it comes to technology.The Samsung isn't near as good due to issues with screen freeze ups and glichyness.
My V50 is iconic. Dude, you sound like a CNN host. Your bias is blinding and deafening.
I also don't like his appearance.
The dual screen should've came stateside then v50 would've been better
You could get the G8x.
For audiophiles or someone who want the best sounding phone like me though, it is a great phone. And LG phones' cost depreciates much quicker, it will have a reasonable price after some months.
Yes, usually. This is a 5G phone, though, and sales in the U.S. are controlled by carriers, so it will be interesting to see if indeed the price will go down just like normal LG phones.
Skip it. Get a V40 same phone much cheaper. $250 or less Sprint
Got mine for 380usd
@@JulianChokkattu Which one would you suggest: Pixel 4 XL vs LG V50. Heavily discounted and in the same price range. Please give your suggestions.
@@psahd92 Pixel
Very detailed and honest review. Can’t see many buying this at $1,000 USD
No phone at a 1,000,that's crazy
You say that, but people will buy the Galaxy S10 5G for $1300. That's just insane.
@@adamschulte5903 They need help smh,no phone with 1000 since phone depreciate so fast
It only cost 600 dollars in my country.
@PJH199 1 Your crazy 😂😂😂
Sprint is selling it for half price. Basically $590 after the 18-month "lease". So price wise it's a great deal.
V40 is even better deal! Got one brand new Sprint for $225.
Sprint is the worse in my opinion...
I'll take a LG phone any day....have loved em since G3 days....V20 and V30 were solid phones and will probably wait for the V50 price to go down but will definitely be getting one. Its just another good choice as i've always had bad luck with Samsung phones and I hate Apple iCrap.
That's Sprints fault they have preloaded games. That's not the LG V50 fault. The phone doesn't even coast that much.
I still have my V20 which I think is the best in the V series since it has the removable battery and premium design. It has the best potential for longevity.
I had it, and just got a v50. The 20 was an amazing phone, wish they would have continued a lot of things about that phone
@@calebpeters6267 Wait the V20 was really that good?????
@@mercedesbenzs600bash I'd say so, mine never froze never lagged. I put that phone through a lot, dropped it, scratched. The only issue I had was the battery, which I think I ruined. But that was easily fixed with a 10400 mAh battery
@@calebpeters6267 Never froze,never lagged,pretty impressive,is the V50 that much superior????
@@mercedesbenzs600bash the v50 is a pretty good phone. The 4000 mAh battery is awesome. I think it has only froze one time. The only "downside" is the 6gb of ram to the 8gb for competing phones
The worst thing is the second screen accessory thing that the v50 US model doesn't support 😤 just why
Because the g8x is available with it here in the 🇺🇸. Sprint is throwing it in free right now.
The US is a foul place.
I just can't watch reviews on lg phones unless its Juan or j Williams. They give the lg praise like they should get. The g8 is a great phone. Just as good as any phone out. The only things are it has a notch that's kinda dated but not a deal breaker, and the bezels can be a little smaller. And no in display fingerprint reader. Other than that this phone seems as good as any...
So basically you only watch reviewers that agree with your bias?
You're very dumb, but at least you admit it too.
Those of us that know quality love LG. I've had every flagship you can name. The v40 is my go to phone. I sold my note 9, dont care for the note 10. Sold my iphone xr. Kept my 8 plus my pixel 2 XL and the v40 and V35.
It's basically just a V40 with 5G. ( and bigger battery).
But you can get the V40 for less than $250!!!!
Wtf from where????
@Chad Higgins It's ripping off ZTE axon M but I don't believe version has 5g because they can't show proof via legitimate usage as speed test are not proof because if you go into radio settings you can improve the score on any android by setting it to the highest band but it dose not improve real time usage.
Update on pricing. You can outright buy the v50 for $600, or you can lease for $12.50 a month (after 24 months that would be $300). Definitely worth the price! Sprint has 5G in several cities now, Atlanta included. I'm about to buy the v50 today :)...
Hey, guys, I'm thinking of buying either the LG V50 or the LG G8X. Which one should I get?
Go for the G8X, it has improvements and has the dual screen hook up... Great phone, it is on my Christmas list!
V50 has a bigger display and zoom, ultra wide and standard camera.
Just ordered it.
hello my friend i like your videos and your way of speaking i just wanted to know if unfortunately lg smarphone stopped! my question is as follows. will the updates continue since people have spent more than $ 600 or more for a lg smartphone and recently I was interested in a lg v50 so beautiful that is the problem for them? update
Its better to wait so the price gets lower then buying LG V50 5G phone
it doesnt light up when your connected to 5g it lights up when the screen is on LOOOOOOOOL i dont even have a 5g plan and mine lights up
When is this phone available unlocked so I can use it on my tmobile?
That's why I still have a Lg V20.. I can change my battery for anytime with extra battery...its dumb that we can change batteries anymore
These same reviews praise Apple with their ugly notch but if LG makes a notch then its outdated. Iphone been sporting notches for 3 generations. The V50 is the best phone of 2019 that no one knows about except us LG enthusiasts. I just don't like LG lack of updates
I have the V30,after almost two years its falling on its face,occasional lock ups and the usual battery life becoming less and less but the single speaker is horrid,the V50 is a nice improvement HOWEVER the value here is spending 800-1000 on an LG that is worth 48 bucks after a year is sad
Do you still feel it's too early to go 5g if you live in the rural south and in rural Puerto Rico?
Will the international version work with US carriers? Except for Verizon and sprint of course
Yeah but does it get red sizzling hot like all other LG phones before it?
OK...it's a year later and I see this phone on eBay for around $400 I have the V40 ThinQ and it works fine but the battery life isn't what it was when it was new. I'm not opposed to keeping what I have, but is the V50 in a better position now at this price to be a potential new phone? Thanks!
My brain says ThinQ is word play on think.
LG V50 is not the first 5G LG phone,actually was LG V40,I know because I'm using it!
The V40 does not have the 5g radio in it. If you are talking about 5G e on AT&T it is fake and deceiving. I had the v40 and now have the V50 on Verizon. 5G is only in certain areas for now. I'm in Chicago.
I have the v40. Its not 5 g. If it says 5ge on your display its just a software update but it doesnt change the bandwidth
Samsung and Huawei announced their dual screen phones but other companies got into the markets before them.
Great informative video
So with regard to what you said about 5G, does this mean if I eventually unlock my Sprint version oh, it's still won't necessarily work in a place like Spain or Japan? If I end up moving abroad I'm just wondering whether or not this thing is going to end up being a brick. Since I don't know when or where I will be moving, I'm not quite sure about pulling the trigger. I was going to go buy one tomorrow. Can you advise? Also, even though there is no 5G in my city right now it's available to be ordered and delivered by the 10th. So does this mean I still won't be able to activate the phone until 5G is available? I wanted to two stores today to talk about this and they can't seem to provide any answers.
The LG V50 5g is definitely overpriced but, to say that the Pixel 3a is a better phone is laughable (you could probably debate that the 3a's software is better). And it's also debatable if the S10e is a better phone than the V50 5g.
Again, this V50 5g is ridiculously overpriced but, so is all the other 5g phones currently on the market.
Why is it laughable? The Pixel 3a is all the phone most people need, and it has a superior camera + software experience (and the XL has better battery life). It does miss flagship features like fast charging, wireless charging, water resistance, but I don't think most people *need* that.
@@JulianChokkattu 😂😂😂
Julian Chokkattu and SD card
@@JulianChokkattu and also u forget the shitty processor
@@JulianChokkattu pixel 3 a is great. But the v40 and v50 offer so much more. I'm a die hard pixel fan but I love LG hardware. Problem is, samsung spends billions on advertising and so does Google. LG just makes great phones for LG enthusiasts like myself who know value. Ive never spent 1000 on a phone. I never buy new. Always wait a year and buy last years flag ship.
What if i can get this for 400-500$ should i?
Now thanks for telling me the info on the LG V50... I will be changing my mobile from LG G7 ThinQ (what is a fabulous mobile) I just can wait until 2020, for my contract doesn't run out until then... hopefully LG will bring a mobile where the camera is a connection that can be removed to a different position in the room and allow photos and film to be recorded , yet only played on the new LG G new mobile
Your video looks smooth. Mine look good on view screen but after captured, the video look crappy, painty and noisy looks even at 4k 60fps 80Mbps set to High quality. What did I do wrong? HELP!
How's the phone? I'm confused getting LG V50 vs Pixel 4 XL. Both are heavily discounted and in the same price range. Which one would you suggest?
Does it have a night mode feature for taking pictures.
If 5g glows it's bad but people dying over showing apple logo.... That seems personal to me
For back design it's s10 is almost similar to note 8,9 and many others why only criticism for LG?
Sprint unlocked version, 5G and everything work on tmobile?
Short answer is no. Wait a few months and the price will drop dramatically.
We just got the v50 and the s10 5g in Nevada and we wont be getting it tell the 3rd roll out
As previously mentioned, Sprint has PLUMMETED the price of this v50 phone as the g8x and v50s are now here. $12.50 × 18 with a $150 residual makes this phone a STEAL at $375! I added a line just to get 2 of them!!
Stick with one plus 7 pro
how do the sprint unlocked versions run on tmobile?
UMMM now on ebay ALL LG V50 phones are BELOW $380 !!
That's hard to believe I gotta check that out ..
If you need a camera to take pictures of your weed LG is the only way to go makes that shit look good the v40s camera was amazing the v50 is even better
Yep that goes for all 5g phone,skip them all!
No IR blaster?
360p 😐
Rex amillion
yeah ... it's ahead of its time ! 😂
Videos that just get uploaded start at 360p. Give it 30 minutes or less and you'll see the full 4K option.
Price: Nope
Notch: Nope
Software: Nope
Had an LG once.. that was the worst phone I've ever had.
I ran with HTC for years, then went to Samsung. Eventually got the LG V20 3 years ago and the lgv40 recently. I don't see myself going to any other phone now but the V series. Interesting to see other peoples perspectives.
Dude the software isn't bad plus theres always nova launcher
Even now no one really has 5g
No phone is worth over $200, considering the fact that it can easily be lost or broken.
get a fanny pack
@@hadrien4089 You must be working for LG to rip off your customers. Plus I have lost 4 phones with the "fanny pack".
Bezad S I have never lost a single phone. How stupid do you need to be to lose 4?
What if the price is $600 or $12.50 a month lease?
Sprint requires you to give back the phone at the end of your agreement if that's what ur on fence about. It's why they price phone so cheap cause you don't ever actually "own it". Not worth to lease out a phone where they don't even have 5g towers implemented everywhere yet.
I would not prefer a pop up camera I don't like things popping up then will not pop down. Tell Me would you like some stuck up then some people would jam it back down and there goes Your pop up Camera back to no camera or pay 15.00 for insurance but the fact the camera still was broke causing inconveniences
This video is an example of the buying power of Samsung. There’s virtually no difference between the Samsung S10+ 5G and this offering from LG. The S10+ is considered phone of the year. This phone though isn’t even worth a purchase. Lol ok
Well, this phone is not the same as the S10+. It's a 5G phone that costs $300~ more. The reason why, for me, the S10+ gets a win over it because it looks significantly better, has much better software, better cameras, and better battery life.
Julian Chokkattu Actually, here in the US the LG V50 is $150 cheaper than the 5G version of the S10. My point though was Samsung has the buying power to get those who’ve provided phone rankings to name the S10 device of the year. Meanwhile the negligible differences between the two phones leads these same tech RUclipsrs to say LG’s device isn’t worth buying.
There isn’t enough distinction between the two devices for that much variance in scoring absent Samsung’s money and influence. If the reviewer here had concluded his video by saying this device might be best for niche audiences because of its robust creator or audio-enthusiast focused experience I would not have commented. However, when he said the V50 is not even worth a buy despite its internals being almost an exact duplicate of the “phone of the year” I just can’t help but think this evaluation was sponsored/influenced by Samsung.
@@dmac93065 Hey man, you know I'm the guy in the video? Haha. No, this video is not sponsored or influenced by Samsung.
With that out of the way, yes. I know the pricing of the S10 5G; you compared the S10+ to the V50 5G, and the S10+ isn't the same as the S10 5G, which is why I brought it up. I've used the S10 Plus and the V50 5G extensively to note the differences between the two phones, and I *do* think the features you get with the Samsung phone are better. I'm not recommending the V50 because it's a bad phone. It just doesn't really stand out and almost every feature is done either a little or a lot better on other phones that cost less. When it goes on sale? Absolutely buy it. It's just not worth $1,152.
No, the Galaxy S10 5G is not worth the $1300 price either. We also haven't said the S10 + or S10 5G are phones of the year. We decide that at the end of 2019. We put a lot of time and effort into testing these phones, so our decisions of recommending products do not come lightly.
@@JulianChokkattu I wasn't completely sure you were the person doing the review. Nice to see you support your conclusions with your subscribers in the comments.
I agree that for most users there are better, lower priced options such as the OnePlus 7 pro. LGs phones are greatly underrated for their built in military grade drop protection, best in class headphone jacks and ability to record in loud and now low light environments. But I respect your conclusions look forward to reviews when the Note 10 and new iPhones are officially released. Nice work.
Julian Chokkattu where’s it’s 1152? Even Verizon sells it for 999. Is that a Sprint markup?
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Did not know that i turned my phone around and saw it flashing lol
Witf is the IR blaster at LG?
Go away
what is the name of that game at 2:40?
Ikr looks like Harry Potter 😂
Dear 2019 phones,
TAKE NOTES! THIS IS THE CAMERA BUMP WE WANT!!!!
Sincerely
-Literally everyone.
Are you a malayalee
I see that Wizards Unite! I seen it!
They must bring down the price atleast 700 dollars
Dual display??? I have it and thats a feature
Dual Display is not available in the U.S.
@@JulianChokkattu well then hifi quad dac and a nice sleek design is amazing in the hand
in other parts of the World this Phone is a Unicorn , Local LG website Promote LG V40. with a Big sticker saying NEW!.
It's worth comparing to the iPhone
So is a shiny potato
The yellow is only on sprint guey Verizon don't light up just silver
Too bad Verizon doesn't sell the 1+7pro
Just get a one it will work with Verizon. Just not WiFi calling.
One more thing.. You didn't talking about the G5 LOGO in back its lighting
You clearly didn't watch the video or listen to what he's saying...
The name fits it right. they should only make 50 of these and even with that I'm not sure if it'll get sold out.
JUST USE NOVA!
How does LG still sell phones? Get it... sell.. phones.. 😁😁
Discounts. You can find these phones on the bargain bin for people to cheap to buy a better phone.
@@dylanjg18 has to be the case.
LG makes the best hardware but their software updates are sub par. I have the v40, the iphone 8 plus and pixel 2 XL. I rock the lg the most. Its an amazing device. Only people who dont have one will never understand how premium they are.
Herkese açık yorum ekleme!..
What's wrong with you dear.
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👍🏻
Whit that notch its ugly ugly. Nothing special. The screen matters becose u look at it all time.
First
No one should pay a 1000 bucks for an LG phone. Their phones are literally master of none (except the Quad DAC. Which is nice, but I would rather have industry leading camera, display, battery life etc and etc. )
Ugly phone
Buying an LG phone in 2019 is the equivalent of buying a horse for transportation in the city.
Bad idea.
@@valluckloa3424 Do you have a 2019 LG? Lmfao
5x the cancer mmmmm!
Look boring.... Nothing stand out.
The back stands out from all the others,only wish they got rid of the notch
Dac
The features are what i like of the V50!
@PJH199 1 😂