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Updated January 10, 2024·
The LG UR9000 is somewhat less expensive, making it a cost-effective choice. However, the Sony X80K, while somewhat more expensive, offers better overall picture quality and has higher ratings for sports content and bright rooms. If sound quality is important to you, both TVs have similar speaker setups, but the Sony X80K supports Dolby Atmos, adding to a more immersive audio experience. For gaming, both TVs are quite similar, but the Sony X80K edges out slightly better. If you plan to use your TV as a monitor as well, the Sony X80K is slightly better suited for that purpose. Overall, if budget is your main concern, the LG UR9000 could suit your needs, but if you're after better picture and audio quality for a range of content and environments, the Sony X80K is a more versatile option. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the LG UR9000 (LCD)
- The LG UR9000 (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
Key differences
Picture Quality
5.4
6.0
3.31/10
CONTRAST
5.06/10
6.0/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.6/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
LED
IPS
PANEL SUB-TYPE
IPS
The Sony X80K (LCD) has only fair picture quality, while the LG UR9000 (LCD) has poor picture quality.
Sports
6.8
7.4
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
10.0/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
5.7/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
6.6/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.5/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Sony X80K (LCD) is good for sports, while the LG UR9000 (LCD) is only fair.
The Sony X80K provides better motion processing which is particularly advantageous for sports that involve fast movements, while the LG UR9000 has fair motion processing, which may not be as smooth for high-speed action. Both TVs manage reflections and have similar viewing angles, but the Sony has a quicker response time, reducing motion blur, making it more suitable for watching sports than the LG UR9000.
Cartoons & Animation
5.8
7.2
5.8/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.1/10
6.0/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.6/10
6.6/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.5/10
8.5/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
8.5/10
7.7/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
8.0/10
The Sony X80K (LCD) is good for cartoons & animation, while the LG UR9000 (LCD) is poor.
The LG UR9000 has poor colors right out of the box and a limited color gamut, which can make cartoons and animations appear washed out or lacking vibrancy. On the other hand, the Sony X80K offers good colors right out of the box and a wider color gamut, leading to more accurate and vivid colors for animated content, which is especially important for the illustrated and highly stylized nature of such programming.
News, Talk, & Other TV
5.5
7.2
6.6/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.5/10
5.7/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
The Sony X80K (LCD) is good for news, talk, & other TV, while the LG UR9000 (LCD) is poor.
The LG UR9000 has fair upscaling and SDR brightness, which affects its performance with standard definition content and visibility in bright rooms, making it poor for watching news and TV programs. Conversely, the Sony X80K delivers good upscaling and SDR brightness, ensuring clearer picture quality and better visibility, hence it's good for such content.
Bright Room
5.8
6.4
7.4/10
VIEWING ANGLE
7.5/10
6.6/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.5/10
6.2/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.1/10
6.6/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
6.0/10
The Sony X80K (LCD) is only fair for bright room, while the LG UR9000 (LCD) is poor.
The LG UR9000 struggles in bright rooms due to its fair SDR and HDR brightness combined with only fair performance in managing reflections, whereas the Sony X80K is somewhat better suited due to its higher SDR brightness and better handling of reflections, though contrast and color attributes are only somewhat important in this context.
Cost
$377
$450
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
The LG UR9000 (LCD) has a price of $377 and the Sony X80K (LCD) costs $450.
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Key similarities
Movies & TV
5.1
5.5
3.31/10
CONTRAST
5.06/10
5.3/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
5.2/10
5.7/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
No
HDR10+ SUPPORT
No
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The Sony X80K (LCD) and LG UR9000 (LCD) are both poor for movies & TV.
The LG UR9000 and Sony X80K both have issues with contrast and black uniformity which are essential for a good movie experience; the LG has poor local dimming and the Sony lacks this feature altogether, further affecting their performance in dark scenes. Moreover, both TVs struggle with color volume, limiting the depth and richness of colors in cinematic content.
Gaming
5.7
5.8
6.0/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
6.2/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
10.0/10
15.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
0.0/100
6.3/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.3/10
The Sony X80K (LCD) and LG UR9000 (LCD) are both poor for gaming.
The LG UR9000 and the Sony X80K both have fair response times and input lag, which are crucial for gaming; a quicker response time allows the screen to display changes more rapidly, and lower input lag means there is a shorter delay between a command from an input device and the action appearing on screen. However, their LCD 60Hz screen types do not support higher refresh rates that are beneficial for a smoother gaming experience.
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How the LG UR9000 (LCD) and the Sony X80K (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
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| LG UR9000 (LCD) | Sony X80K (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$377 | $450 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | LG | Sony | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2023 | March 1, 2022 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | 43UR9000 | 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 | 5.4/10 | 6.7/10 | |
NextGen Ready | |||
NextGen Ready | No | Yes | |
HDMI Ports | |||
HDMI Ports | 3 | 4 | |
Coax Ports | |||
Coax Ports | 1 | 1 | |
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Picture Quality Score | |||
Picture Quality Score | 5.5/10 | 6/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 5.9/10 | 6.4/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.8/10 | 5.9/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 5.1/10 | 5.5/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.8/10 | 7.4/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 22.2" x 38.1" x 1.2" | 22.2" x 37.9" x 2.7" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 25" x 38.1" | 24.7" x 37.9" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 20.5 lbs | 22.3 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 200 x 200 | 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 | 3.3/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 3.3/10 | 2.5/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.0 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 20 W | 20 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Bypass only | 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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