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Updated January 10, 2024·
Between the LG UP8000 and the TCL S546, the LG is somewhat more expensive and offers a slightly better experience for general TV and reality shows. It's better suited for bright rooms and has lower input lag, which is good for gaming. However, the TCL S546, while somewhat less expensive, provides better picture quality, especially for movies and dark room viewing. It has a significantly better contrast, which can be important for deep blacks in dark scenes. The TCL also supports additional HDR formats like HDR10+, Dolby Vision, and HLG, which can provide a better viewing experience for HDR content. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the LG UP8000 (LCD)
- Good for upscaling
- Good viewing angle
- Good reflections
Advantages of the TCL S546 (LCD)
- Good for bright room
- Good for dark room
- Good for movies & TV
Key differences
Picture Quality
5.7
7.4
5.10/10
CONTRAST
8.21/10
5.8/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
8.0/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
LED FALD
IPS
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The TCL S546 (LCD) has good picture quality, while the LG UP8000 (LCD) has poor picture quality.
Movies & TV
5.3
7.0
5.10/10
CONTRAST
8.21/10
5.5/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
6.8/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
5.9/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
No
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The TCL S546 (LCD) is good for movies & TV, while the LG UP8000 (LCD) is poor.
Gaming
5.7
6.6
6.7/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
7.6/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.0/10
6.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
0.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
60.0/100
6.0/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.9/10
The TCL S546 (LCD) is only fair for gaming, while the LG UP8000 (LCD) is poor.
The LG UP8000 has a fair response time but an excellent input lag, which might be suitable for casual gaming but can result in some motion blur in fast-paced games. On the other hand, the TCL S546 offers a good response time with very good input lag performance, making it a better option for more serious gaming that requires quicker reaction times and reduced blurring.
Cartoons & Animation
5.9
6.6
5.9/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.8/10
5.8/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
8.0/10
6.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.2/10
7.1/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
4.4/10
6.2/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
7.0/10
The TCL S546 (LCD) is only fair for cartoons & animation, while the LG UP8000 (LCD) is poor.
The LG UP8000 has colors that are considered good right out of the box but is let down by a poor color gamut, which means it does not display a wide range of colors, making cartoons less vibrant. On the other hand, while the TCL S546 has colors considered poor out of the box, requiring adjustment, it offers a good color gamut and very good color volume, which contribute to a more comprehensive range and depth of colors, making animation look better overall.
Bright Room
5.9
7.2
7.5/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.3/10
6.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.2/10
5.8/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.8/10
7.0/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
6.0/10
The TCL S546 (LCD) is good for bright room, while the LG UP8000 (LCD) is poor.
The LG UP8000 struggles with bright room viewing due to its fair SDR brightness and poor handling of reflections, resulting in a washed-out picture. In contrast, the TCL S546 offers very good SDR brightness and good reflection handling, which makes for a clearer and more vibrant viewing experience in well-lit environments.
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Key similarities
Sports
6.6
6.3
6.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.0/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
5.9/10
6.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.2/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The LG UP8000 (LCD) and TCL S546 (LCD) are both only fair for sports.
News, Talk, & Other TV
6.2
6.4
6.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.2/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
5.9/10
The TCL S546 (LCD) and LG UP8000 (LCD) are both only fair for news, talk, & other TV.
The LG UP8000 has good upscaling capabilities and fair SDR brightness, which makes it suitable for watching news and regular TV programs with decent picture quality. The TCL S546 provides very good SDR brightness and its superior contrast adds depth to the image, but its upscaling and colors out of the box are less impressive, which may affect the viewing experience for standard content, like news and talk shows.
Cost
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The LG UP8000 (LCD) has a price of $425 and the TCL S546 (LCD) costs $400.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| LG UP8000 (LCD) | TCL S546 (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$425 | $400 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | LG | TCL | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | July 2, 2021 | August 1, 2021 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | 50UP8000 | 50S546 | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 50" | 50" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | webOS | Android TV | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 6.7/10 | 5.9/10 | |
NextGen Ready | |||
NextGen Ready | No | No | |
HDMI Ports | |||
HDMI Ports | 3 | 3 | |
Coax Ports | |||
Coax Ports | 1 | 1 | |
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Picture Quality Score | |||
Picture Quality Score | 5.8/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 6/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.8/10 | 6.7/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 5.4/10 | 7/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.6/10 | 6.4/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 25.6" x 44.1" x 2.2" | 25.5" x 43.8" x 3.1" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 27.9" x 44.1" | 27.3" x 43.8" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 25.8 lbs | 26.0 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 | 5.1/10 | 8.2/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 2.5/10 | 5.7/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.0 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 20 W | 16 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | No | |
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Stratos Kampourogiannis | July 2021
"What we liked on this one was the very sharp 4K images it could display, its good up-scaling capabilities, nice viewing angles and extremely low input lag. Lastly the new webOS 6.0 is great even if it needs some time to get your bearings while the redesigned Magic Remote feels fresh even if functionality remains the same."
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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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