LG G5 (VS987) vs Samsung Galaxy Watch (42mm SM-R815U)
Side by side comparison between LG G5 vs Samsung Galaxy Watch devices, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?
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5.3"
IPS
IPS
1440x2560
16
MP
MP
8mp
4GB
RAM
RAM
Quad-core
2800
mAh
mAh
(Removable)
vs
1.2"
AMOLED
AMOLED
360x360
N/A
1.5GB
RAM
RAM
Dual-core
270
mAh
mAh
(Non removable)
What's the better device? LG G5 (VS987)
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12 Common items in both devices |
16 million |
4G LTE-A / 4G LTE |
Capacitive |
Multitouch |
Accelerometer |
Ambient light sensor |
Barometer |
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Highlight differences Clear highlight📱 Model features | ||
LG G5 (VS987) | Galaxy Watch (42mm SM-R815U) | |
Model | LG G5 (VS987) | Galaxy Watch (42mm SM-R815U) |
Other model names | Verizon LG G5 VS987, LG VS987 | Galaxy Watch 42mm (4G LTE) SM-R815UZDAXAR, Samsung Galileo |
Country or region available | USA | USA |
Brand | LG | Samsung |
Release date | 3/31/2016 | 8/1/2018 |
Depth | 7.7 millimeters (0.3 inches) | 12.7 millimeters (0.5 inches) |
Size (width x height) | 73.9 x 149.4 millimeters (2.91 x 5.88 in) | 41.9 x 45.7 millimeters (1.65 x 1.8 in) |
Weight | 159 grams (5.57 ounces) | 49 grams (1.72 ounces) |
Build, materials | feature not registered | Stainless steel body, glass front |
Protection against water and others | Not supported | 5 ATM: 50 meters waterproof. MIL-STD-810G military certified: salt, dust, humidity, rain, vibration, solar radiation, transport and thermal shock resistant. |
📲 Display | ||
LG G5 (VS987) | Galaxy Watch (42mm SM-R815U) | |
Display type | TFT IPS LCD | Super AMOLED |
Screen size | 5.3" inches | 1.2" inches |
Screen-to-body ratio | ~70.1% (screen-to-body ratio) | ~24.3% (screen-to-body ratio) |
Display resolution | 1440x2560 pixels | 360x360 pixels (1:1) |
Touchscreen | Capacitive Multitouch | Capacitive Multitouch |
Pixel density (dot pitch) | 554 PPI | 424 PPI |
Colors | 16 million | 16 million |
Scratch-resistant glass | Gorilla Glass 4 | Gorilla Glass DX+ |
Refresh rate | feature not registered | feature not registered |
Display features | feature not registered | Not supported |
🤖 Operating System | ||
LG G5 (VS987) | Galaxy Watch (42mm SM-R815U) | |
System version | Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow | Tizen 4.0 |
Firmware update | Android 7.0 Nougat | feature not registered |
User Interface | feature not registered | feature not registered |
⚙️ Processor | ||
LG G5 (VS987) | Galaxy Watch (42mm SM-R815U) | |
Chipset | 64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 MSM8996 (14nm) | 64bit: Samsung Exynos 9 Dual 9110 (10nm) |
CPU | Quad-core, 2 processors: 2x 2.15GHz Kryo (Dual-core) 2x 1.6GHz Kryo (Dual-core) | Dual-core, 1 processor: 2x 1.15GHz ARM Cortex-A53 (Dual-core) |
GPU graphical controller | Qualcomm Adreno 530 | ARM Mali-T720 MP1 |
Performance (benchmark) | feature not registered | feature not registered |
💽 Memory and storage | ||
LG G5 (VS987) | Galaxy Watch (42mm SM-R815U) | |
RAM memory | 4GB LPDDR4 | 1.5GB LPDDR3 |
Internal storage | 32GB (22GB available) | 4GB (1.5GB available) eMMC |
External storage | Until 2TB microSD, microSDXC (dedicated slot) | Not supported |
📶 Mobile networks | ||
LG G5 (VS987) | Galaxy Watch (42mm SM-R815U) | |
Dual-SIM | Not supported | Not supported |
SIM card | 1 slot (Single-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF) | 1 slot (Single-SIM) e-SIM (Eletronic) |
Maximum Download / Upload | 450/50 Mbps | 10 Mbps |
Network technology | 2G, 3G, 4G | 3G, 4G |
Frequency, bands | Expand band details Collapse details | |
GSM MHz band | Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900 | Not supported |
Primary 2G network | CDMA 800/1900, GSM 850/900/1800/1900 | Not supported |
Primary 3G network | CDMA2000 1xEV-DO UMTS 850/1700/1900/2100 | UMTS 850/1700/1900 |
Primary 4G network | LTE Cat9 700/850/1700/1800/1900/2100/2600 (Bands 2,3,4,5,7,13) | LTE (Bands 2,4,5,12,13,25,26,66) |
Primary 5G network | Not supported | Not supported |
Primary data network | GPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, LTE, LTE-A | UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, LTE |
Secondary 2G network | Not supported | Not supported |
Secondary 3G network | Not supported | Not supported |
Secondary 4G network | Not supported | Not supported |
Secondary data network | Not supported | Not supported |
📷 Camera | ||
LG G5 (VS987) | Galaxy Watch (42mm SM-R815U) | |
Back camera (main camera) | (dual camera) 16 megapixels 8MP f/2.412mm1/3.2 | Not supported |
Main camera resolution | 5312x2988 pixels | Not supported |
Video recording (primary) | 4K UHD (3840x2160) 30 fps | Not supported |
Flash | LED flash | Not supported |
Focal aperture | f/1.8 (aperture) | feature not registered |
Focal length | 29mm lens | feature not registered |
Sensor size | 1/2.6" inches | feature not registered |
Pixel size | feature not registered | feature not registered |
Autofocus | LDAF: laser detection autofocus | Not supported |
Touch focus | Supported | Not supported |
Image stabilization | OIS (3-axis): Optical stabilization | Not supported |
Zoom | Only digital zoom | Not supported |
Face/smile detection | Face detection, Smile detection | Not supported |
BSI sensor | Not supported | Not supported |
HDR | HDR photo/video only main camera | Not supported |
Camera extras | feature not registered | feature not registered |
📸 Front camera | ||
LG G5 (VS987) | Galaxy Watch (42mm SM-R815U) | |
Front camera (secondary) | 8 megapixels | Not supported |
Front camera resolution | 3264x2448 pixels | Not supported |
Video recording (secondary) | Full HD (1920x1080) | Not supported |
Front flash | Not supported | Not supported |
Focal aperture | f/2.0 (aperture) | feature not registered |
Focal length | feature not registered | feature not registered |
Sensor size | 1/4" inches | feature not registered |
Pixel size | 1.12µm pixel | feature not registered |
🔉 Sound and multimedia | ||
LG G5 (VS987) | Galaxy Watch (42mm SM-R815U) | |
Loudspeaker | Supported | Supported |
Active noise cancellation | 2 microphones or more | Not supported |
Radio | FM (RDS) | Not supported |
TV | Not supported | Not supported |
Video formats | MP4, H.264, H.263, DivX, XviD, WMV | MP4 |
Audio formats | MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC | MP3, WAV, WMA, OGG, eAAC+ |
🔌 Connectivity | ||
LG G5 (VS987) | Galaxy Watch (42mm SM-R815U) | |
USB | USB 3.1 Type-C reversible connector | Not supported |
Audio output | 3.5mm jack | Not supported |
TV output | Not supported | Not supported |
Bluetooth | 4.2 + A2DP | 4.2 + A2DP |
WiFi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO WiFi Direct, hotspot | 802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz) |
DLNA | Supported | Not supported |
GPS | A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS | A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS |
NFC | Supported | Supported |
Infrared port | Supported | Not supported |
🧭 Sensors | ||
LG G5 (VS987) | Galaxy Watch (42mm SM-R815U) | |
Sensors | Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Barometer Compass Fingerprint sensor Gyroscope Proximity sensor | Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Barometer Gyroscope Heart rate Pedometer |
Vibrating alert | Supported | Supported |
🔋 Battery | ||
LG G5 (VS987) | Galaxy Watch (42mm SM-R815U) | |
Battery type | Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable) | Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable) |
Battery capacity | 2800 mAh | 270 mAh |
Charger, watts | Wired charging | 3.5W (5V/0.7A) Wired charging |
Inductive / wireless charging | feature not registered | Qi wireless charging |
Talk time autonomy | 20 hours | feature not registered |
Standby | 380 hours (15.8 days) | 72 hours (3 days) |
➕ Other features | ||
LG G5 (VS987) | Galaxy Watch (42mm SM-R815U) | |
Call control | Voice dialing, Voice recorder | Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands |
Messaging | SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail | SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail |
Hands-free calling | Supported | Supported |
Video calling | Supported | Not supported |
Ringtones | Polyphonic and customized | Polyphonic and customized |
Web browser | HTML, XHTML, HTML5 | Not supported |
Antenna | Internal antenna | Internal antenna |
Qwerty physical keyboard | Not supported | Not supported |
Miscellaneous | • Colors: Silver, Titan, Gold, Pink • USB OTG On-The-Go • LG Optimus UX 5.0 UI • LG 360 VR supported • LG CAM Plus supported • 3D Arc Glass screen • Modular battery • Fast battery charging: 83% in 30min • Quick Charge 3.0 | • Colors: Midnight Black, Rose Gold • Straps: Black, Grey, Red, Yellow, Purple, Pink, Brown • Compatible with standard 20mm straps • Always-on display • Rotating bezel • Samsung Pay • Compatible with Sprint, T-Mobile and Verizon carriers |
☢️ Radiation rate | ||
LG G5 (VS987) | Galaxy Watch (42mm SM-R815U) | |
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.) | feature not registered | 0.961W/kg (head), 1.786W/kg (body) |
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.) | feature not registered | feature not registered |