LG Stylo 5
| Brand | LG |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | LG Electronics |
| Type | Smartphone |
Series | LG Stylo |
First released | June 30, 2019 (Cricket and Boost Mobile) July 29, 2019 (Verizon Wireless) August 27, 2019 (Verizon Wireless) |
| Discontinued | Yes |
| Predecessor | LG Stylo 4 |
| Successor | LG Stylo 6 |
| GSM, HSPA, LTE | |
| Slate | |
| Colors | Blonde Rose, Platinum Gray |
| Dimensions | 160 mm × 77.7 mm × 8.4 mm (6.30 in × 3.06 in × 0.33 in) |
| Weight | 179 g (6.3 oz) |
| Android 9.0 (Pie), upgradable to Android 10 | |
| Qualcomm SDM450 Snapdragon 450 (14 nm) | |
| CPU | Octa-core 1.8 GHz Cortex-A53 |
| GPU | Adreno 506 |
| Memory | 3 GB RAM |
| Storage | 32 GB eMMC 5.1 |
| microSDXC (dedicated slot) | |
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
| Battery | Non-removable Li-Ion 3500 mAh |
| Rear camera | 13 MP, PDAF LED flash, panorama, HDR |
| Front camera | 5 MP |
| Display | 6.2 in (157 mm) IPS LCD 1080 x 2160 pixels, 18:9 ratio (~390 ppi density) |
| Data inputs | Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity sensor |
| Model | LM-Q720 |
| Other | Stylus pen |
| References | [1] |
The LG Stylo 5 is an entry-level Android smartphone manufactured, designed, and marketed by LG Electronics, which features a stylo pen and as part of the LG Stylo series. Unveiled on June 30, 2019,[2] the Stylo 5 was only available for Cricket and Boost models in the United States.[3][4]
On July 29, 2019, the Stylo 5 was released by T-Mobile[5] and on August 27 for the Verizon Wireless carrier.[6]
Specifications
[edit]Hardware and performance
[edit]The Stylo 5 houses a Snapdragon 450 system-on-chip integrated with a 1.8 GHz Cortex-A53 octa-core. It also uses the Adreno 506 graphics processor. The Stylo 5 was only available at 3GB RAM +32GB internal storage configuration[7]
Display, battery and camera
[edit]In the front, the Stylo 5 is equipped by an IPS LCD display, sizing at 6.2 inches and a resolution of 1080 × 2160 (HD+, 18:9 ratio). Inside, it has a li-ion battery with a capacity of 3,500 mAh, which is not removable.
In the rear, the Stylo 5 has its single 13-megapixel camera with PDAF, LED flash, panorama, and HDR, and the front facing camera has a resolution of 5-megapixels. Both cameras record up to 1080p @ 30fps.[4]
Software
[edit]The Stylo 5 was initially launched with Android 9.0 (Pie). It also as a built-in Screen-off Memo, Pop Lens, and Draw Chat via stylus pen.[3]
Android 10
[edit]The T-Mobile carrier for the Stylo 5 was updated to Android 10 with minor security, system and bug fixes in June 2020.[8]
Reception
[edit]Despite being classified as an entry level, it was termed as the "Galaxy Note alternative" for budget consumers. Android Police reviewer Corbin Davenport responded positive for its stylus, design, and headphone jack, but it was criticized for its average camera and software.[4]
References
[edit]- ↑ "LG Stylo 5 - Full phone specifications". GSMArena.com. Retrieved 2026-06-27.
- ↑ Troaca, Florin (2026-06-26). "LG Stylo 5 officially launches in US, but only on one carrier for now". PhoneArena. Retrieved 2026-06-27.
- 1 2 "LG Stylo 5 comes to Cricket in 'Blonde Rose,' costs $230". CNET. Retrieved 2026-06-27.
- 1 2 3 Davenport, Corbin (2019-07-08). "The LG Stylo 5 is a passable Galaxy Note alternative if you're short on cash". Android Police. Retrieved 2026-06-27.
- ↑ Troaca, Florin (2026-06-26). "LG Stylo 5 and Moto G7 Play arrive at Metro by T-Mobile, prices start at $0". PhoneArena. Retrieved 2026-06-27.
- ↑ Golightly, Daniel (2019-08-26). "Verizon Has 3 New Budget Phones For You To Choose From". Android Headlines. Retrieved 2026-06-27.
- ↑ Vasile, Cosmin (2026-06-26). "Another US carrier starts selling the LG Stylo 5 at a slightly lower price". PhoneArena. Retrieved 2026-06-27.
- ↑ Sagar. "T-Mobile's LG Stylo 5 gets Android 10 update". GSMArena.com. Retrieved 2026-06-27.
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