If you're looking to save money and need a basic TV, the Amazon 4-Series might be suitable for you, but keep in mind it has limitations in picture quality across various content including movies, sports, and gaming, and it doesn't perform well in dark or bright rooms. On the other hand, the LG NANO90, while more expensive, offers better gaming performance and overall picture quality, especially in well-lit rooms due to its higher brightness and reflection handling. It also has a wider viewing angle, making it a better choice if you often watch TV with a group. However, its contrast is not as good, which can affect the depth of dark scenes. Both TVs have their shortcomings in picture quality, but the LG NANO90 is a more versatile option. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Amazon 4-Series (LCD)
The Amazon 4-Series (LCD) has no clear advantages over the LG NANO90 (LCD).
Advantages of the LG NANO90 (LCD)
Very good for gaming
Good for use as monitor
Good for upscaling
Good motion processing
Very good reflections
Key differences
Sports
5.7/10
6.8/10
2.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
7.5/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
8.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
6.6/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
6.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.8/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The LG NANO90 (LCD) is only fair for sports, while the Amazon 4-Series (LCD) is poor.
Gaming
5.5/10
8.0/10
5.6/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
7.6/10
8.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
2.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
7.5/10
0.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
50.0/100
5.7/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.6/10
The LG NANO90 (LCD) is very good for gaming, while the Amazon 4-Series (LCD) is poor.
News, Talk, & Other TV
5.7/10
6.4/10
6.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.8/10
6.6/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
The LG NANO90 (LCD) is only fair for news, talk, & other TV, while the Amazon 4-Series (LCD) is poor.
Bright Room
6.1/10
6.9/10
5.2/10
VIEWING ANGLE
6.3/10
6.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.8/10
5.6/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.2/10
6.3/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
8.0/10
The LG NANO90 (LCD) and Amazon 4-Series (LCD) are both only fair for bright room, though the LG NANO90 (LCD) is somewhat better.
Cost
$330
$1,100
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Amazon 4-Series (LCD) has a price of $330 and the LG NANO90 (LCD) costs $1,100.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers LG NANO90 (LCD) to have only fair picture quality, while the Amazon 4-Series (LCD) has poor picture quality.
Movies & TV
5.2/10
5.6/10
7.13/10
CONTRAST
5.28/10
5.9/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
5.3/10
6.6/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
No
HDR10+ SUPPORT
No
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The LG NANO90 (LCD) and Amazon 4-Series (LCD) are both poor for movies & TV.
Cartoons & Animation
5.4/10
5.6/10
5.9/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
6.5/10
6.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.6/10
6.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.8/10
3.4/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
4.3/10
5.9/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
5.9/10
The LG NANO90 (LCD) and Amazon 4-Series (LCD) are both poor for cartoons & animation.
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How the Amazon 4-Series (LCD) and the LG NANO90 (LCD) compare to other TVs
"The attraction here is that the 4-Series uses Amazon’s Fire TV interface. Picture quality is good but unexceptional. At the discounted prices, which can seemingly be had regularly, they are better value."
"Here we have HDR pictures that look bright, but also manage to typically hit decently deep black levels.WebOS continues, though, to be one of the easiest to use. Connections are strong for a mid-range TV. Native 4K pictures look crisp and detailed."
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About Amazon
Amazon, the largest online retailer in North America, has forged partnerships with TCL and Hisense to produce white-label TVs incorporating their Fire OS software. These Amazon-branded TVs typically compete in the low-end and mid-range segments, offering compelling price points. Leveraging their strong reputation, Amazon has swiftly built brand trust in the TV market despite being relatively new to it. To enhance their popularity, these TVs integrate features from the Amazon ecosystem, including Alexa, providing users with a seamless and interconnected TV experience.
About LG
LG, a prominent TV brand from Korea, has played a significant role in popularizing OLED TVs. OLED technology is hailed as the future of TV technology. Their TVs employ WebOS, a proprietary smart TV software that not only offers seamless functionality but also includes gaming-specific features, earning praise from players worldwide. Often regarded as the gateway to unparalleled viewing experiences, LG's mid-range OLEDs come highly recommended, making them a worthwhile investment for those willing to stretch their budget for superior quality.
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