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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize cost savings, the TCL S450G is less expensive and also offers benefits like voice commands and better support for different types of HDR content. However, if you prefer a bit better overall picture quality and performance for sports content, and don't mind spending more, the LG UP7000 might suit you better, although it doesn't perform as well in a darker room. Both TVs may not be ideal for very bright rooms or if you require great sound quality without external solutions. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the LG UP7000 (LCD)
- Good for upscaling
Advantages of the TCL S450G (LCD)
- The TCL S450G (LCD) has no clear advantages over the LG UP7000 (LCD).
Key differences
Movies & TV
5.1
5.6
5.37/10
CONTRAST
5.64/10
5.1/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
6.1/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
6.0/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
No
HDR10+ SUPPORT
No
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The TCL S450G (LCD) and LG UP7000 (LCD) are both poor for movies & TV, though the TCL S450G (LCD) is somewhat better.
The LG UP7000 has a lower contrast and lacks local dimming, resulting in washed-out dark scenes, while poor viewing angles can make off-center viewing less ideal. Meanwhile, the TCL S450G also has limited contrast and poor black uniformity, causing blacks to appear gray, which affects movie immersion, and its narrow viewing angles restrict the optimal viewing position.
Cost
$460
$248
$100
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
The LG UP7000 (LCD) has a price of $460 and the TCL S450G (LCD) costs $248.
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Key similarities
Picture Quality
5.6
5.9
5.37/10
CONTRAST
5.64/10
5.8/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.2/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
LED
IPS
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The TCL S450G (LCD) and LG UP7000 (LCD) both have poor picture quality.
Sports
6.5
6.1
6.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
6.0/10
6.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.5/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The LG UP7000 (LCD) and TCL S450G (LCD) are both only fair for sports.
The LG UP7000 has a better viewing angle which is important for watching sports with groups, but it has slower response time and poorer motion processing, leading to potential motion blur during fast-paced games. The TCL S450G struggles with viewing angles which could limit the view for people sitting off to the side, however, it manages reflections better, making it a more suitable choice for well-lit rooms.
Gaming
5.6
5.6
5.9/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
5.7/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
6.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
0.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
18.0/100
5.9/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.7/10
The LG UP7000 (LCD) and TCL S450G (LCD) are both poor for gaming.
The LG UP7000 and TCL S450G are both poor choices for gaming due to their inferior response times, which can result in motion blur during fast-paced games. Despite having low input lag, which is good for gaming, their refresh rates are standard at 60Hz and do not support more fluid motion, making neither ideal for serious gamers.
Cartoons & Animation
5.6
5.8
5.8/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
5.9/10
5.8/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.2/10
6.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.5/10
5.2/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
6.2/10
6.6/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.6/10
The TCL S450G (LCD) and LG UP7000 (LCD) are both poor for cartoons & animation.
The LG UP7000 and TCL S450G both perform poorly for cartoons & animation due to inadequate colors out of the box and a limited color gamut, which are crucial for the vibrant and varied hues typically found in animated content. While other factors like color volume, gray uniformity, contrast, and SDR brightness are also important, their insufficient color performance primarily affects the viewing experience for animation.
News, Talk, & Other TV
5.9
5.6
6.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.5/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
6.0/10
The LG UP7000 (LCD) and TCL S450G (LCD) are both poor for news, talk, & other TV.
The LG UP7000 struggles with upscaling lower resolution content which is commonplace in news and talk shows, and also falls short in SDR brightness, which compromises its performance in well-lit settings. Conversely, the TCL S450G not only shares the same upscaling issues for standard TV programs but also has inferior colors out of the box, leading to a less vibrant display of typical TV broadcasts.
Bright Room
5.9
5.7
6.8/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.0/10
6.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.5/10
5.7/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.5/10
6.0/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
6.6/10
The LG UP7000 (LCD) and TCL S450G (LCD) are both poor for bright room.
The LG UP7000 and TCL S450G are both considered poor for watching TV in a bright room because they have low scores in SDR and HDR brightness, meaning they can't produce a bright enough image in well-lit conditions, and their reflection handling is only rated as fair, making them susceptible to glare. Additionally, while both have decent contrast which is important for picture quality, they have poor color gamut and color volume, which affects the richness and accuracy of colors across different content.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| LG UP7000 (LCD) | TCL S450G (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$460 | $248 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | LG | TCL | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | November 2, 2021 | July 1, 2023 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | 50UP7000 | 50S450G | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 50" | 50" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | webOS | Google TV | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 7/10 | 6.3/10 | |
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 | 6/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 6/10 | 5.8/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.7/10 | 5.7/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 5.1/10 | 5.7/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.5/10 | 6.2/10 | |
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 43.8" x 3.2" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 28.3" x 44.2" | 27.1" x 37.8" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 20.9 lbs | 18.3 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 | No | |
Auto Low Latency Mode | |||
Auto Low Latency Mode | Yes | Yes | |
Contrast | |||
Contrast | 5.4/10 | 5.6/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 2.5/10 | 3.5/10 | |
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, Bypass only | |
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9 to 5 Google
Ben Schoon | September 2023
"TCL, though, has built much of its success on affordable sets, and the 2023 TCL S Class S4 with Google TV is a testament to just how good of a TV you can get for an affordable price tag"
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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 TCL
TCL, the highly recognizable TV brand from China, has firmly established itself as the second-largest manufacturer in terms of sales volume. Renowned for striking an impressive balance between affordability, picture quality, and design, TCL TVs deliver a compelling overall package. While they have traditionally excelled in the low-end and midrange TV segments, TCL has recently made remarkable strides in the realm of high-end televisions, introducing impressive models that rival top competitors. Most TCL TVs use Roku software which is very user friendly and easy to use, but they have a few other models that use Google TV which has the largest app selection, but is not as user friendly as Roku.
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