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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you're looking for a more budget-friendly option, the Samsung CU7000 is less expensive and offers better overall picture quality and gaming experience. It also handles dark rooms better and has superior quality control. The Samsung has additional HDMI port and features like voice commands for accessibility. On the other hand, the LG UP7000, while generally more expensive, performs better in bright rooms and offers slightly better quality for watching sports. It also has better color accuracy out of the box and performs well for watching cartoons and animation. Both TVs support HDR content, but neither supports premium HDR formats like HDR10+ or Dolby Vision. If sound quality is important to you, note that neither TV has particularly great speakers, so you might consider an external sound system regardless of your choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the LG UP7000 (LCD)
- Good for upscaling
Advantages of the Samsung CU7000 (LCD)
- Very good motion processing
Key differences
Picture Quality
5.6
6.2
5.37/10
CONTRAST
5.82/10
5.8/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
5.6/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
LED
IPS
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The Samsung CU7000 (LCD) has only fair picture quality, while the LG UP7000 (LCD) has poor picture quality.
Movies & TV
5.1
5.8
5.37/10
CONTRAST
5.82/10
5.1/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
6.6/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
6.6/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
No
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
No
The Samsung CU7000 (LCD) and LG UP7000 (LCD) are both poor for movies & TV, though the Samsung CU7000 (LCD) is somewhat better.
Both the LG UP7000 and Samsung CU7000 are weak in areas very important for watching movies and cinematic TV: they lack local dimming which is crucial for deep blacks, and both have inadequate contrast ratios and black uniformity, resulting in less detailed dark scenes. Additionally, while somewhat important factors like colors out of the box and color volume are not optimal, the Samsung fares somewhat better with its color out of the box compared to the very poor performance of the LG in the same category.
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Key similarities
Sports
6.5
6.6
6.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.0/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
6.6/10
6.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.2/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung CU7000 (LCD) and LG UP7000 (LCD) are both only fair for sports.
The LG UP7000 has a slower response time and weaker motion processing than the Samsung CU7000, which can affect the clarity of fast-moving sports scenes. Both TVs struggle with reflections and have limited viewing angles, but the Samsung has a slight edge in handling motion, making it a bit more suitable for watching sports.
Gaming
5.6
6.0
5.9/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
6.5/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
6.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.0/10
0.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
30.0/100
5.9/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.9/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Samsung CU7000 (LCD) to be only fair for gaming, while the LG UP7000 (LCD) is poor.
The LG UP7000 has poor response time, which can lead to motion blur during fast-paced games, while the Samsung CU7000 has fair response time, offering better motion clarity. Additionally, both TVs have low input lag, which is critical for gaming; however, the Samsung CU7000 has a slightly higher input lag score than the LG UP7000, making it more responsive to gaming inputs.
Cartoons & Animation
5.6
5.7
5.8/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
5.9/10
5.8/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
5.6/10
6.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.2/10
5.2/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
6.0/10
6.6/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.0/10
The Samsung CU7000 (LCD) and LG UP7000 (LCD) are both poor for cartoons & animation.
Both the LG UP7000 and the Samsung CU7000 have poor color performance out of the box and a deficient color gamut, which makes them less suitable for displaying the vibrant and varied colors often found in cartoons and animation. Despite other aspects like color volume, gray uniformity, contrast, and SDR Brightness being somewhat important, the significant shortcomings in fundamental color reproduction make these TVs less ideal for that type of content.
News, Talk, & Other TV
5.9
6.0
6.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.2/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
6.6/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Samsung CU7000 (LCD) to be only fair for news, talk, & other TV, while the LG UP7000 (LCD) is poor.
Bright Room
5.9
5.8
6.8/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.3/10
6.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.2/10
5.7/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.4/10
6.0/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
5.9/10
The LG UP7000 (LCD) and Samsung CU7000 (LCD) are both poor for bright room.
The LG UP7000 and Samsung CU7000 have fair performance in handling SDR brightness and poor performance in reflections handling, which could lead to a compromised viewing experience in bright rooms. Despite slightly better contrast on the Samsung CU7000, both TVs have limitations with color volume and color gamut, diminishing their ability to display vibrant and diverse colors in well-lit environments.
Cost
$460
$478
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
The LG UP7000 (LCD) has a price of $460 and the Samsung CU7000 (LCD) costs $478.
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Spec Comparison
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| LG UP7000 (LCD) | Samsung CU7000 (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$460 | $478 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | LG | Samsung | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | November 2, 2021 | April 2, 2023 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | 50UP7000 | UN50CU7000 | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 50" | 50" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | webOS | Tizen | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 7/10 | 5.9/10 | |
NextGen Ready | |||
NextGen Ready | No | No | |
HDMI Ports | |||
HDMI Ports | 2 | 3 | |
Coax Ports | |||
Coax Ports | 1 | 1 | |
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Picture Quality Score | |||
Picture Quality Score | 5.6/10 | 6.2/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 6/10 | 5.8/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.7/10 | 6/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 5.1/10 | 5.9/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.5/10 | 6.6/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 25.7" x 44.2" x 3.5" | 25.4" x 44" x 2.4" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 28.3" x 44.2" | 28.3" x 44" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 20.9 lbs | 25.1 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 | 5.8/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 2.5/10 | 4.1/10 | |
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 | No | |
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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 Samsung
Samsung, a South Korean electronics manufacturer, holds the title of being the largest global TV vendor in terms of units sold. They offer a diverse lineup of TV products that cater to various budget ranges. A notable achievement in recent years is the development of Quantum Dots, a technology that enhances color reproduction, resulting in richer and more vibrant hues. Samsung TVs are well-regarded for their high manufacturing quality and user-friendly software, making them an excellent choice for consumers seeking an intuitive viewing experience.
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