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Updated January 10, 2024·
The LG UR9000 and the TCL S546 are similarly priced. If viewing sports is a priority, the LG UR9000 performs better. However, the TCL S546 offers superior movie watching experience and better performance in bright rooms. For gaming, both TVs have their strengths, but if you need high brightness for HDR content, the TCL is a better option as it also supports advanced HDR formats like Dolby Vision and HDR10+. Both TVs have a 60Hz LCD screen and three HDMI ports, but the TCL S546 might serve better as a monitor. Neither TV is ideal for dark rooms. If sound quality is important, the LG has a slight edge. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the LG UR9000 (LCD)
- Very good motion processing
- Good viewing angle
Advantages of the TCL S546 (LCD)
- Good for bright room
- Good for dark room
- Good for movies & TV
Key differences
Picture Quality
5.4
7.4
3.31/10
CONTRAST
8.21/10
6.0/10
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 UR9000 (LCD) has poor picture quality.
Movies & TV
5.1
7.0
3.31/10
CONTRAST
8.21/10
5.3/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
6.8/10
5.7/10
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 UR9000 (LCD) is poor.
The LG UR9000 falls short in contrast, local dimming, and black uniformity, which are crucial for a good movie-watching experience, especially in dark scenes common in movies and cinematic TV. In contrast, the TCL S546 offers good performance in these areas, alongside decent color accuracy and viewing angles, enhancing the overall enjoyment of movies and cinematic content.
Gaming
5.7
6.6
6.0/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
7.6/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.0/10
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
15.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
60.0/100
6.3/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.9/10
The TCL S546 (LCD) is only fair for gaming, while the LG UR9000 (LCD) is poor.
The LG UR9000 has a fair response time and best input lag, making it responsive for gaming but may show some motion blur. On the other hand, the TCL S546 offers good response time, decreasing blur in fast-moving games, but only has very good input lag, which could result in slightly less responsive gaming compared to the LG UR9000.
Cartoons & Animation
5.8
6.6
5.8/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.8/10
6.0/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
8.0/10
6.6/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.2/10
8.5/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
4.4/10
7.7/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
7.0/10
The TCL S546 (LCD) is only fair for cartoons & animation, while the LG UR9000 (LCD) is poor.
The LG UR9000 struggles with watching cartoons and animations because, despite its very good colors out of the box, it has a poor color gamut which is fundamental for vivid and varied hues. On the other hand, the TCL S546 performs better due to its good color gamut and very good color volume, allowing for a broader and more consistent representation of colors even if its colors out of the box are not rated as highly.
News, Talk, & Other TV
5.5
6.4
6.6/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.2/10
5.7/10
UPSCALING
5.9/10
The TCL S546 (LCD) is only fair for news, talk, & other TV, while the LG UR9000 (LCD) is poor.
The LG UR9000 underperforms in upscaling and has only fair SDR brightness, making it less suitable for watching news and TV programs, whereas the TCL S546 shows better performance in upscaling and very good SDR brightness, which enhances the viewing experience for such content. Additionally, the TCL S546's colors out of the box are considered good, contributing to a more vivid portrayal of standard content compared to the poor colors of the LG UR9000.
Bright Room
5.8
7.2
7.4/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.3/10
6.6/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.2/10
6.2/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.8/10
6.6/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
6.0/10
The TCL S546 (LCD) is good for bright room, while the LG UR9000 (LCD) is poor.
The LG UR9000 struggles in bright rooms because it has fair SDR and HDR brightness capabilities and fair reflection handling, compared to the TCL S546 which has very good SDR brightness and subsequently handles reflections better, providing a clearer picture in well-lit environments. Additionally, the TCL S546 has better color volume and color gamut which are conducive to a more vibrant and vivid picture, whereas the LG UR9000, despite its good color gamut, has a poorer color volume which may result in less vibrant images.
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Key similarities
Sports
6.8
6.3
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.0/10
5.7/10
UPSCALING
5.9/10
6.6/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.2/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The LG UR9000 (LCD) and TCL S546 (LCD) are both only fair for sports.
The LG UR9000 has fair response time and motion processing, which means it can handle fast movements in sports decently well, but its viewing angles and reflection handling are only fair, which could be a problem in brightly lit rooms. The TCL S546 also has fair motion processing and response time; however, it slightly underperforms in viewing angles and reflection handling, suggesting it might not be the best choice for very wide seating arrangements or rooms with many light sources.
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The LG UR9000 (LCD) has a price of $396 and the TCL S546 (LCD) costs $400.
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Spec Comparison
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| LG UR9000 (LCD) | TCL S546 (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$396 | $400 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | LG | TCL | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 2, 2023 | August 1, 2021 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | 50UR9000 | 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 | 5.4/10 | 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 | 5.5/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 5.9/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.8/10 | 6.7/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 5.1/10 | 7/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.8/10 | 6.4/10 | |
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 1.2" | 25.5" x 43.8" x 3.1" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 28.3" x 44.2" | 27.3" x 43.8" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 28.7 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 | 3.3/10 | 8.2/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 3.3/10 | 5.7/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.0 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 20 W | 16 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Bypass only | 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 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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