LG Velvet 5G UW vs Huawei P20 Lite (2019): A Detailed Comparison

The smartphone market is brimming with options, making it tough to choose. Today, we're pitting the LG Velvet 5G UW, a mid-range 5G contender, against the Huawei P20 Lite (2019), a popular budget-friendly device. Let's dive into a head-to-head comparison to see which phone reigns supreme.

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🏆 Quick Verdict

The LG Velvet 5G UW clearly wins due to its significantly more powerful processor, 5G connectivity, faster charging, and generally more modern features. While the Huawei P20 Lite remains a decent budget option, it's outmatched by the Velvet's performance and capabilities.

PHONES
Phone Names	LG Velvet 5G UW	Huawei P20 lite (2019)

Network
2G bands	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G bands	2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 12, 13, 20, 28, 46, 48, 66	1, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 20
5G bands	260, 261 mmWave	-
Speed	HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (5CA) Cat16 1000/75 Mbps, 5G 2Gbps	HSPA, LTE
Technology	GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE / 5G	GSM / HSPA / LTE
	CDMA 800 / 1900	-

Launch
Announced	2020, August 19. Released 2020, August 21	2019, June. Released 2019, July
Status	Discontinued	Discontinued

Body
Build	Glass front, glass back, aluminum frame	Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Dimensions	167.2 x 74.1 x 7.9 mm (6.58 x 2.92 x 0.31 in)	159.1 x 75.9 x 8.3 mm (6.26 x 2.99 x 0.33 in)
SIM	Nano-SIM (pre-installed)	· Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Weight	-	178 g (6.28 oz)
	IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 mins) MIL-STD-810G compliant* *does not guarantee ruggedness or use in extreme conditions	-

Display
Resolution	1080 x 2460 pixels (~395 ppi density)	1080 x 2310 pixels (~398 ppi density)
Size	6.8 inches, 109.8 cm2 (~88.6% screen-to-body ratio)	6.4 inches, 101.4 cm2 (~84.0% screen-to-body ratio)
Type	P-OLED	IPS LCD

Platform
CPU	Octa-core (1x2.4 GHz Kryo 475 Prime & 1x2.2 GHz Kryo 475 Gold & 6x1.8 GHz Kryo 475 Silver)	Octa-core (4x2.2 GHz Cortex-A73 & 4x1.7 GHz Cortex-A53)
Chipset	Qualcomm SM7250 Snapdragon 765G 5G (7 nm)	Kirin 710 (12 nm)
GPU	Adreno 620	Mali-G51 MP4
OS	Android 10, upgradable to Android 11, LG UX	Android 9.0 (Pie), EMUI 9.1

Memory
Card slot	microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)	microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Internal	128GB 6GB RAM	64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM
	UFS 2.1	-

Main Camera
Features	LED flash, panorama, HDR	LED flash, HDR, panorama
Quad	-	16 MP, f/1.8, PDAF 8 MP, (ultrawide) 2 MP (macro) Auxiliary lens
Triple	48 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, PDAF 8 MP, f/2.2, 120˚, 15mm (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm Auxiliary lens	-
Video	4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS	1080p@30fps

Selfie camera
Features	HDR	HDR
Single	16 MP, f/1.9, 29mm (standard), 1/3.06, 1.0µm	16 MP, f/2.2
Video	1080p@30fps	1080p@30fps

Sound
3.5mm jack	Yes	Yes
35mm jack	Yes	Yes
Loudspeaker	Yes, with stereo speakers	Yes

Comms
Bluetooth	5.1, A2DP, LE, aptX HD	5.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
NFC	Yes	Yes (market/region dependent)
Positioning	GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS	GPS, GLONASS, BDS
Radio	No	FM radio
USB	USB Type-C 2.0, OTG	USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
WLAN	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct

Features
Sensors	Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer	Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass

Battery
Charging	25W wired, PD3.0, QC4 9W wireless	18W wired
Type	Li-Po 4300 mAh	Li-Po 4000 mAh, non-removable

Misc
Colors	Aurora Red	Midnight Black, Crush Blue, Charming Red
Models	LM-G900V, LM-G900V	-
Price	About 590 EUR	About 280 EUR

LG Velvet 5G UW

5G Connectivity
Powerful Snapdragon 765G Processor
Vibrant OLED Display
Fast Charging (25W Wired, 19W Wireless)
Larger Battery

Design may not appeal to everyone
Can be pricier than the P20 Lite

Huawei P20 lite (2019)

Affordable Price
Compact Design
Decent Camera for its time
Good Battery Life (for its size)

Outdated Processor
No 5G Support
Slower Charging
IPS LCD Display (less vibrant than OLED)

Display Comparison

The LG Velvet 5G UW boasts a 6.8-inch OLED display with a 2400 x 1080 resolution, offering vibrant colors and deep blacks. The Huawei P20 Lite (2019) features a 6.2-inch IPS LCD display with a 1080 x 2280 resolution. While both are acceptable, the Velvet's OLED technology provides a superior viewing experience.

Camera Comparison

The Huawei P20 Lite (2019) was known for its impressive camera for its time, featuring a triple-lens setup. The LG Velvet 5G UW typically has a triple-lens setup as well, but the sensor sizes and image processing capabilities are generally superior on the Velvet, resulting in better image quality, especially in low light. Expect more detail and accurate colors from the Velvet.

Performance

Here's where the LG Velvet 5G UW truly shines. Its Snapdragon 765G chipset is significantly faster than the Huawei P20 Lite's Kirin 710. Expect smoother app loading, better multitasking, and improved gaming performance on the Velvet. The Velvet's 7nm process also contributes to better power efficiency.

Battery Life

The LG Velvet 5G UW has a 4000mAh battery with 25W wired and 19W wireless charging. The Huawei P20 Lite (2019) has a 3000mAh battery with 18W wired charging. The Velvet's larger battery and faster charging provide a noticeable advantage in terms of battery life and convenience.

Buying Guide

The LG Velvet 5G UW is ideal for users who want 5G connectivity, smooth performance for gaming and multitasking, and a modern design. The Huawei P20 Lite (2019) is a good choice for budget-conscious buyers who prioritize a decent camera and a compact form factor, but are willing to compromise on performance and future-proofing.