Samsung Galaxy Note 4 clashes with LG G3: Vote for the better phone!

Introduction

The Samsung Galaxy Note 4 is the latest incarnation of Samsung's phablet line – arguably, the very same line that started the "larger screen" trend that is now prominent across flagship handsets. We'd like to compare it to another device that was among the pioneers in the newest smartphone craze – the QHD (1440 x 2560) screen – and see how both handsets fare in the eyes of our readers. We will be comparing both devices in a few different categories and you get to vote for the best performer under each one. So, without further ado – we give you the Galaxy Note 4 vs the LG G3.

Design

Samsung really pulled out all the stops with its Galaxy Note 4, starting with design. Gone is the faux metal binding that irked a lot of users – it is now replaced by a real metal frame, forged to be both pleasing to the eye and easy on the hands. The back of the device still has a removalbe leather-emulating plastic cover, much like the Note 3, though, it lost the stitching texture at the edge; it is slightly curved, allowing for an easier, more secure grip. The buttons on the sides have a slightly higher profile, allowing for a bit better feedback. On the front, under the 5.7” screen, we have the physical home button, sided by the capacitive task-switcher and back buttons – something that Samsung places on all of its devices.



The LG G3 also sports a premium look, even though it's made of plastic, the manufacturer did a good job at making it look like it's covered in brushed aluminum. This handset also has a curve on the back, though, a much more dramatic one, which, combined with the device's slightly smaller dimensions, allows for a more comfortable grip. LG likes to put the power and volume buttons of its devices on the back – right where the user's index finger rests. The front of the device is home to the 5.46” screen and has no other controls on it, as LG chose to rely on Android's integrated on-screen home, back, and tasks buttons.



In terms of size and weight, the Galaxy Note 4 measures at 6.04 x 3.09 x 0.33 inches (153.5 x 78.6 x 8.5 mm) and weighs 6.21 oz (176 g), whereas the G3 is visibly smaller, though just a tad thicker, at 5.76 x 2.94 x 0.35 inches (146.3 x 74.6 x 8.9 mm) and is lighter at 5.26 oz (149 g). The Note 4 sports a 5.7" screen and its screen-to-body ratio is around 74%, while the LG G3's slightly smaller 5.46" screen is housed in an even smaller body, which brings its screen-to-body to 76%.