LG's latest masterpiece, the LG G6, joined the high-end smartphone scene last month during the Mobile World Congress. In a bold response, Samsung launched its latest flagships, the Galaxy S8 and S8+. Both smartphones embody cutting-edge technology and an elegant design that resonates with their market positioning. LG, in this latest rendition, works on refining its premium smartphone image, simultaneously addressing Samsung's resilient journey post the Note 7 setbacks.

Although LG and Samsung have taken varying paths in the market, both have unified their methods to introduce larger, more impressive screens within their svelte figures, boasting enhanced camera capabilities. The time has come to pit these giants head-to-head as we unravel which flagbearer will cast the longest shadow in this high-stakes battle.

Samsung Galaxy S8 VS LG G6: specifications showdown

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The Samsung Galaxy S8 dons a 5.8-inch QHD+ InfinitySuper AMOLED boast and introduces a groundbreaking pressure sensitivity feature. Displaying a 1140 x 2960 pixel resolution, it boasts a ~568 ppi density, shielded byCorning Gorilla Glass 5.

The G6, though just slightly smaller with a 5.7-inchQuad HD+ panel featuring HDR, maintains artistic intent. The 2880 x 1440 resolution maintains a ~564 ppi density, falling a niche short of the S8.

Hardware & Storage

Flagship across the board, both smartphones comeequipped with robust specifications. The S8 boasts the Snapdragon 835for the U.S., an octa-core processor tandem to Adreno 540 GPU, with theinternational variant utilizing the Exynos 8895 chipset and&displaying graphics prowess with Mali-G71 MP20 GPU. Paired with 4GB RAM and64GB internal storage, it allows expansion up to 256GB with microSD.

TheG6, on the other hand, features a Snapdragon 821 quad-core processor andAdreno 530 GPU, paired to 4GB RAM, with internal storage options at 32/64GB UFS 2.0. Equally, the G6 accepts microSD storage expansion, though it extends up to 2TB.

Camera

Connectivity

Connectivity for the Galaxy S8is a patchwork of Wi-Fi 802.11, Bluetooth v5.0, NFC, GPS, and USB Type-C 1.0.

TheLG G6 brings onboard the same connectivity suite of Wi-Fi 802.11,Bluetooth v4.2, NFC, GPS, and USB Type C 1.0, but with a tad less advancedBluetooth technology.

Battery Power

Cost & Release

Pricing of the LG G6 remains unannounced, witha scheduled reveal imminent. Meanwhile, the Samsung Galaxy S8 isexpected to hit shelves at $750 (Rs 48,615, roughly) and arrivalscheduled for April 21 in the U.S.