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LG G5
📱
Display
5.3"
🔋
Capacity
2800 mAh
📷
Main Camera
16 MP
💾
RAM
4 GB
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Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8996 Snapdragon 820
🔌
Charging
18W
LG G5 is a smartphone released in 2016 featuring 5.30-inch display, Qualcomm MSM8996 Snapdragon 820 processor, 4GB RAM, 2800mAh battery, 18W fast charging.
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The LG G5 is a smartphone from LG featuring Qualcomm MSM8996 Snapdragon 820 processor, 5.3" IPS_LCD, 16MP camera. Find the latest prices in Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Egypt on Wakteey. Below you'll find the full specifications, comparisons, and updated prices for the LG G5 in 2026.
If you're thinking about buying the LG G5 in 2026, here's a quick answer before you decide 👇
⚠️ Warning
This phone is outdated in 2026 and is not recommended for most users.
You can find much better performance at the same price today. 👇
- Basic use only 📱
- Heavy all-day use
- Heavy gaming 🎮
- 5G network users
Final verdict
LG G5 is an outdated phone released in 2016. We don't recommend buying it in 2026 — better options exist at the same price.
Key Specifications
Display
5.3" IPS_LCD · Hz
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8996 Snapdragon 820
RAM
4GB
Internal Storage
32GB
Main Camera
16MP f/1.8
Capacity
2,800mAh · 18W
OS
ANDROID Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), upgradable to Android 8.0 (Oreo), LG UX 5 UI
Features
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LG G5 in detail
LG G5 display
The LG G5 has a 5.3-inch IPS_LCD display with QHD+ resolution. Pixel density is 554 ppi, which keeps text and images very sharp.
Performance
It is powered by the Qualcomm MSM8996 Snapdragon 820 (14 nm). RAM goes up to 4 GB. Storage starts at 32 GB (UFS 2.0), with a microSD slot.
Camera
The main rear camera is 16 MP with f/1.8 aperture and a 1/2.6" sensor. There are 2 rear cameras in total. Video tops out at 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, HDR, stereo sound rec.. The selfie camera is 8 MP.
Battery & charging
The battery is 2,800 mAh, relatively small, so you may need a top-up during the day. Wired charging is 18W.
Design & software
It weighs 159 g. It runs Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), upgradable to Android 8.0 (Oreo), LG UX 5 UI.
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