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Updated January 10, 2024·
The LG UP7000 is often significantly less expensive than the Sony X80K, which makes it an attractive option if you are on a tighter budget. However, the Sony X80K generally offers better overall picture quality and performs better for sports content. If you frequently watch sports, you might prefer the Sony despite its higher cost. Both are LCD TVs with similar performance in bright rooms, but neither is ideal in very sunny rooms or for watching in the dark. If you're a gamer, the difference is marginal, but the Sony does have a slight edge. The Sony also has twice the number of HDMI ports, which could be important if you have multiple devices to connect. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the LG UP7000 (LCD)
- The LG UP7000 (LCD) has no clear advantages over the Sony X80K (LCD).
Advantages of the Sony X80K (LCD)
- Good for sports
- Good for news, talk, & other TV
- Good for cartoons & animation
- Best in class for upscaling
- Best in class motion processing
- Good viewing angle
Key differences
Sports
6.5
7.4
6.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
10.0/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
6.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.5/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Sony X80K (LCD) is good for sports, while the LG UP7000 (LCD) is only fair.
The Sony X80K outperforms the LG UP7000 in watching sports due in part to its higher response time and better motion processing, which means viewers will see less blur during fast-paced games. Additionally, the Sony X80K handles reflections better and has wider viewing angles, making it easier for groups to watch together and in brighter rooms, whereas the LG UP7000 falls short in these areas affecting overall sports viewing quality.
Cartoons & Animation
5.6
7.2
5.8/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.1/10
5.8/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.6/10
6.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.5/10
5.2/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
8.5/10
6.6/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
8.0/10
The Sony X80K (LCD) is good for cartoons & animation, while the LG UP7000 (LCD) is poor.
The LG UP7000 is rated poorer for watching cartoons and animation due to its unfavorable colors out of the box, color gamut, and color volume, which are crucial for the vibrant and varied hues typically found in animated content. In contrast, the Sony X80K performs well with better colors straight from the setup, a wider color gamut that provides a richer palette, and a superior color volume that aids in displaying a broader range of colors, making it more suitable for animated visuals.
News, Talk, & Other TV
5.9
7.2
6.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.5/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
The Sony X80K (LCD) is good for news, talk, & other TV, while the LG UP7000 (LCD) is poor.
The LG UP7000 has weaker upscaling and displays colors less accurately out of the box, which makes it less suitable for watching standard-definition content like news or talk shows, especially compared to the Sony X80K that provides better upscaling and more accurate colors, enhancing the clarity and vibrancy of such programs.
Cost
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The LG UP7000 (LCD) has a price of $380 and the Sony X80K (LCD) costs $450.
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Key similarities
Picture Quality
5.6
6.0
5.37/10
CONTRAST
5.06/10
5.8/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.6/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
LED
IPS
PANEL SUB-TYPE
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Sony X80K (LCD) to have only fair picture quality, while the LG UP7000 (LCD) has poor picture quality.
Movies & TV
5.1
5.5
5.37/10
CONTRAST
5.06/10
5.1/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
5.2/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
No
HDR10+ SUPPORT
No
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The Sony X80K (LCD) and LG UP7000 (LCD) are both poor for movies & TV.
The LG UP7000's poor performance for watching movies and cinematic TV is reflected in its weak contrast and lack of local dimming which results in subpar black uniformity, leading to less impactful dark scenes. Similarly, the Sony X80K struggles in the same viewing context due to similarly low contrast and the absence of local dimming, compromising on deep black levels and diminishing the viewing experience in darkened scenes.
Gaming
5.6
5.8
5.9/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
6.2/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
6.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
10.0/10
0.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
0.0/100
5.9/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.3/10
The Sony X80K (LCD) and LG UP7000 (LCD) are both poor for gaming.
The LG UP7000 has poor response time but good input lag, which can lead to motion blur in fast-paced games but allows for responsive gameplay. In contrast, the Sony X80K has fair response time which provides less motion blur but its input lag is only fair, potentially causing a delay between player input and on-screen action.
Bright Room
5.9
6.4
6.8/10
VIEWING ANGLE
7.5/10
6.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.5/10
5.7/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.1/10
6.0/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
6.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Sony X80K (LCD) to be only fair for bright room, while the LG UP7000 (LCD) is poor.
The LG UP7000 struggles in bright rooms due to its fair SDR brightness and poor performance with HDR content, combined with its fair ability to handle reflections, whereas the Sony X80K performs slightly better with good SDR brightness and fair HDR brightness and reflection handling. Additionally, while the LG model has a weaker contrast, color volume, and color gamut, the Sony X80K presents better capabilities in these somewhat important aspects, contributing to a generally fairer performance in a brightly lit environment.
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How the LG UP7000 (LCD) and the Sony X80K (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
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| LG UP7000 (LCD) | Sony X80K (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$380 | $450 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | LG | Sony | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | November 1, 2021 | March 1, 2022 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | 43UP7000 | KD-43X80K | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 43" | 43" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | webOS | Android TV | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 7/10 | 6.7/10 | |
NextGen Ready | |||
NextGen Ready | No | Yes | |
HDMI Ports | |||
HDMI Ports | 2 | 4 | |
Coax Ports | |||
Coax Ports | 1 | 1 | |
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Picture Quality Score | |||
Picture Quality Score | 5.6/10 | 6/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 6/10 | 6.4/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.7/10 | 5.9/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 5.1/10 | 5.5/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.5/10 | 7.4/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 22.3" x 38.1" x 3.5" | 22.2" x 37.9" x 2.7" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 24.3" x 38.1" | 24.7" x 37.9" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 15.7 lbs | 22.3 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 300 x 300 | 200 x 200 | |
DISPLAY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Color Depth | |||
Color Depth | 10 bit | 10 bit | |
Black Frame Insertion | |||
Black Frame Insertion | No | Yes | |
Auto Low Latency Mode | |||
Auto Low Latency Mode | Yes | Yes | |
Contrast | |||
Contrast | 5.4/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 2.5/10 | 2.5/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.0 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 20 W | 20 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | Yes | |
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Matthew Murray | February 2023
"The Sony Bravia X80K is an inexpensive LCD TV that turns out pleasing visuals and is armed with a number of other desirable features. Sony’s robust internal processing, results in generally better picture quality than you’ll usually get for this price. In practice, the X80K is satisfying to watch. You’re not going to get as sumptuous a picture as you may with other TVs from Sony or other companies, but we didn’t encounter anything that looked bad on it."
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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.
About Sony
Sony stands as a highly experienced and widely trusted TV manufacturer, earning a reputation that surpasses all others. A Japanese company, Sony has been making TVs for far longs than it has been making Playstation game consoles. Sony's high-end TVs are often regarded as the ultimate choice for videophiles, representing the epitome of quality, albeit at a premium price point. Renowned for their advanced and precise motion handling, as well as their cutting-edge local dimming algorithms, Sony consistently delivers unparalleled performance in these areas. They include Google TV software with all their TV sets, which grants access to the largest selection of apps available and they also include Bravia Core which is a movie streaming platform specifically for Sony TVs that offers higher picture quality by using more bandwidth.
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