LG V30 vs Pixel 3: Which One Should You Buy?

These two are too close to call on BeastScore — the right choice depends on what matters to you.

Head-to-head
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Lg · 2017

LG V30

LG V30
65/ 100
Launch price$799
Google · 2018

Pixel 3

Pixel 3
65/ 100
Launch price$799
Head-to-head

Too close to call: 0 of 8 categories each

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

LG V30
LG V30
0 wins
Pixel 3
Pixel 3
0 wins
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraSelfieBatteryDisplayConnectivitySecurityValue
LG V30Pixel 3
Category winners

Scores out of 100. How we score

  • SpeedTie
    64
    64
  • CameraTie
    72
    72
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieTie
    40
    40
  • BatteryTie
    58
    58
  • DisplayTie
    62
    62
  • ConnectivityTie
    65
    65
  • SecurityTie
    100
    100
  • ValueTie
    68
    68
Key differences
  • LG V30 has the bigger battery3,300 mAh vs 2,915 mAh
  • LG V30 has a sharper main camera16 MP vs 12.2 MP
  • LG V30 has the bigger screen6" vs 5.5"
  • Pixel 3 is lighter148 g vs 158 g
  • Pixel 3 has a sharper selfie camera8 MP vs 5 MP
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy LG V30
  • ✓Bigger 3,300 mAh battery (+385 mAh)
  • ✓16 MP main camera
  • ✓6" display at 60 Hz
Reasons to buy Pixel 3
  • ✓10 g lighter (148 g vs 158 g), easier to hold
  • ✓12.2 MP main camera
  • ✓5.5" display at 60 Hz

Full specifications

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SpecificationLG V30Pixel 3
1. Display & Screen
Screen typeP-OLED FullVisionOLED
Screen Size6"5.5"
Resolution & Density2880x1440 (538 ppi)2160x1080 (443 ppi)
Refresh Rate60 Hz60 Hz
Brightness616 nits peak424 nits peak
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance
Chipset / ProcessorNot listed Not listed
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsNot listedNot listed
Operating SystemAndroid 7.1Android 9
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory4 GB LPDDR4 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage64GB / 128GB64GB / 128GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics
Primary Camera16 MP, f/1.6, OIS12.2 MP, f/1.8, OIS
Telephoto ZoomNone (digital zoom only)None (digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera13 MP, f/1.9N/A
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video
Main Camera Video
Not listed
Not listed
Front Video
Not listed
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens5 MP, f/2.28 MP, f/1.8
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Pixel 3 Lightest Chassis
Dimensions151.7 x 75.4 x 7.3 mm145.6 x 68.2 x 7.9 mm
Weight158 g148 g
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceIP68IP68
8. Battery & Charging
Battery Capacity3,300 mAh2,915 mAh
Wired Fast Charging18W wired fast charging18W wired fast charging
Wireless Charging9W wireless charging10W wireless charging
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerNot listedNot listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 5Wi-Fi 5
Bluetooth5.05.0
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 3.1USB-C 3.1
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes (contactless payment)
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsNot listedNot listed
Satellite FeaturesNot listedNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsNot listedNot listed
Launch Price$799$799
Our verdict

LG V30 and Pixel 3 are evenly matched

It's a close call. Pick the LG V30 for its bigger battery (3,300 mAh vs 2,915 mAh) and sharper main camera (16 MP vs 12.2 MP), or the Pixel 3 for its lighter body (148 g vs 158 g) and sharper selfie camera (8 MP vs 5 MP).

Buy LG V30 if you want

Larger battery: 3,300 mAh vs 2,915 mAh · Larger display: 6" vs 5.5"

Buy Pixel 3 if you want

Lighter: 148 g vs 158 g (10 g less)

Common questions

Which is better: LG V30 or Pixel 3?

It's a close call. Pick the LG V30 for its bigger battery (3,300 mAh vs 2,915 mAh) and sharper main camera (16 MP vs 12.2 MP), or the Pixel 3 for its lighter body (148 g vs 158 g) and sharper selfie camera (8 MP vs 5 MP). BeastScore: LG V30 64.8/100, Pixel 3 64.8/100.

What are the main battery and display differences between LG V30 and Pixel 3?

LG V30 has a 6-inch display and 3300 mAh battery. Pixel 3 has a 5.5-inch display and 2915 mAh battery.

How do LG V30 and Pixel 3 compare for speed?

LG V30 scores 64/100 for performance; Pixel 3 scores 64/100.

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