Oppo R7 Plus vs LG V30S ThinQ: A Detailed Showdown

The Oppo R7 Plus, released in 2015, was known for its impressive battery life. The LG V30S ThinQ, launched in 2017, aimed for a premium experience with a focus on camera and performance. Let's dive into a head-to-head comparison to see which phone holds up best today.

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🏆 Quick Verdict

The LG V30S ThinQ is the clear winner. While the Oppo R7 Plus boasts incredible battery endurance, the V30S's superior chipset, camera, and display technology make it a more modern and capable device, despite its slightly shorter battery life.

PHONES
Phone Names	Oppo R7 Plus	LG V30S ThinQ

Network
2G bands	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 - Global, Taiwan	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1800 / 1900 / 2100
4G bands	1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 40 - Global	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 12, 13, 20, 25, 26, 41
Speed	HSPA, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps	HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (4CA) Cat16 1024/150 Mbps
Technology	GSM / HSPA / LTE	GSM / HSPA / LTE
	1, 2, 4, 7, 17 - USA	-

Launch
Announced	2015, May. Released 2015, May	2018, February. Released 2018, March
Status	Discontinued	Discontinued

Body
Build	-	Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum frame
Dimensions	158 x 82 x 7.8 mm (6.22 x 3.23 x 0.31 in)	151.7 x 75.4 x 7.3 mm (5.97 x 2.97 x 0.29 in)
SIM	Nano-SIM + Micro-SIM	· Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Weight	192 g (6.77 oz)	158 g (5.57 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
Protection	Corning Gorilla Glass 3	Corning Gorilla Glass 5
Resolution	1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~367 ppi density)	1440 x 2880 pixels, 18:9 ratio (~538 ppi density)
Size	6.0 inches, 99.2 cm2 (~76.6% screen-to-body ratio)	6.0 inches, 92.6 cm2 (~80.9% screen-to-body ratio)
Type	AMOLED	P-OLED, HDR10, Dolby Vision
	-	Always-on display

Platform
CPU	Octa-core (4x1.5 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.0 GHz Cortex-A53)	Octa-core (4x2.45 GHz Kryo & 4x1.9 GHz Kryo)
Chipset	Qualcomm MSM8939 Snapdragon 615 (28 nm)	Qualcomm MSM8998 Snapdragon 835 (10 nm)
GPU	Adreno 405	Adreno 540
OS	Android 5.1.1 (Lollipop), ColorOS 2.1	Android 8.0 (Oreo), LG UX 6

Memory
Card slot	microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)	microSDXC (dedicated slot) - single-SIM modelmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) - dual-SIM model
Internal	32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM	128GB 6GB RAM, 256GB 6GB RAM
	eMMC 4.5	-

Main Camera
Dual	-	16 MP, f/1.6, 30mm (standard), 1/3.1", 1.0µm, PDAF, 3-axis OIS 13 MP, f/1.9, 13mm (ultrawide), 1/3.4", 1.0µm
Features	Laser AF, Schneider-Kreuznach optics, dual-LED flash, panorama, HDR	Laser AF, color spectrum sensor, LED flash, HDR, panorama
Single	13 MP, f/2.2, 1/3.1", 1.12µm	-
Video	1080p@60fps, 720p@120fps	4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, 720p@120fps, 24-bit/192kHz stereo sound rec., HDR video

Selfie camera
Single	8 MP, f/2.4	5 MP, f/2.2, 22mm (wide), 1/5.0", 1.12µm
Video	-	1080p@30fps

Sound
3.5mm jack	Yes	Yes
35mm jack	Yes	Yes
Loudspeaker	Yes	Yes
	-	32-bit/192kHz audio B&O Play certified 24-bit/48kHz audio recording

Comms
Bluetooth	4.0, LE	5.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
NFC	No	Yes
Positioning	GPS, GLONASS	GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO
Radio	No	Stereo FM radio with RDS
USB	microUSB 2.0, OTG	USB Type-C 3.1
WLAN	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA

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

Battery
Charging	20W wired, 75% in 30 min	18W wired, PD2.0, QC3, 50% in 36 min 10W wireless
Type	Li-Po 4100 mAh, non-removable	Li-Po 3300 mAh, non-removable

Misc
Colors	Golden, Silver	New Maroccan Blue, New Platinum Gray
Models	R7plusf	US998R
Price	About 430 EUR	About 300 EUR

Tests
Audio quality	Noise -94.3dB / Crosstalk -94.9dB	-
Battery life	Endurance rating 94h	-
Camera	Photo / Video	-
Display	Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal), 3.499 (sunlight)	-
Loudspeaker	Voice 73dB / Noise 72dB / Ring 79dB	-
Performance	Basemark OS II 2.0: 968Basemark X: 5349	-

Oppo R7 Plus

Exceptional battery life
Relatively affordable (if found used)
Decent display for its time

Outdated chipset
Slow performance
Basic camera
Limited software updates

LG V30S ThinQ

Powerful Snapdragon 835 chipset
Excellent OLED display
Versatile dual-lens camera
Wireless charging

Battery life not as impressive as R7 Plus
Older model (limited software support)
Can be difficult to find in good condition

Display Comparison

The LG V30S ThinQ features a 6.0-inch OLED display with a 2880 x 1440 resolution (Quad HD+), offering vibrant colors, deep blacks, and excellent viewing angles. The Oppo R7 Plus has a 5.5-inch AMOLED display with a 1080p resolution. While the R7 Plus's contrast ratio is reported as 'infinite' (likely a marketing term), the V30S's OLED technology provides a noticeably superior visual experience.

Camera Comparison

The LG V30S ThinQ's camera system is a major upgrade. It features a dual-lens setup with a wide-angle and telephoto lens, offering greater versatility. The V30S also boasts features like optical image stabilization (OIS) and a wider range of shooting modes. The Oppo R7 Plus has a single rear camera, which is adequate but lacks the advanced capabilities of the V30S.

Performance

The Snapdragon 835 in the LG V30S ThinQ is significantly faster and more efficient than the Snapdragon 615 in the Oppo R7 Plus. The V30S handles demanding apps and games with ease, while the R7 Plus can feel sluggish at times. The V30S's 10nm manufacturing process also contributes to better power efficiency.

Battery Life

The Oppo R7 Plus's 4100mAh battery and endurance rating of 94 hours is truly remarkable, even by today's standards. However, the LG V30S ThinQ's 3300mAh battery, combined with the efficiency of the Snapdragon 835, still provides a respectable battery life, albeit not as exceptional as the R7 Plus.

Buying Guide

The Oppo R7 Plus is a budget-friendly option for users prioritizing extreme battery life above all else, and who don't need the latest features. The LG V30S ThinQ is ideal for photography enthusiasts, power users, and those seeking a premium Android experience with a great display and performance.