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Updated January 10, 2024·
The LG A1 OLED might be a better choice if you primarily watch movies and series or if you'll be viewing in a dark room, as OLED TVs offer superior contrast, black uniformity, and wide viewing angles. However, the NANO90 LCD is a better fit for sports, gaming, or bright room usage due to better motion handling and a brighter screen. The NANO90 is also typically less expensive than the A1. On the downside, the A1 may not be as suitable in bright rooms, and the NANO90 may not offer the same level of picture quality in darker environments. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the LG NANO90 (LCD)
- Very good for gaming
Advantages of the LG A1 (OLED)
- Very good for dark room
- Very good for movies & TV
- Very good for sports
- Very good for news, talk, & other TV
- Very good for cartoons & animation
- Very good for use as monitor
- Very good for upscaling
- Very good motion processing
- Very good viewing angle
Key differences
Picture Quality
6.1
8.2
5.28/10
CONTRAST
10.00/10
6.6/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.1/10
LED FALD
PANEL TYPE
WOLED
IPS
PANEL SUB-TYPE
WBC
The LG A1 (OLED) has very good picture quality, while the LG NANO90 (LCD) has only fair picture quality.
Movies & TV
5.6
8.9
5.28/10
CONTRAST
10.00/10
5.3/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
10.0/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
8.0/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
No
HDR10+ SUPPORT
No
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The LG A1 (OLED) is very good for movies & TV, while the LG NANO90 (LCD) is poor.
The LG NANO90's LCD display with lower contrast, inadequate local dimming, and poor black uniformity leads to less satisfying movie and cinematic TV watching experiences compared to the LG A1, which, as an OLED TV, excels in all these aspects providing deeper blacks and more vivid colors enhancing the overall viewing experience. Viewing angles and color accuracy are better on the LG A1 as well, making it more suitable for wider seating arrangements and critical viewing where color fidelity is crucial.
Sports
6.8
8.0
7.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.0/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
8.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
8.0/10
7.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.3/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The LG A1 (OLED) is very good for sports, while the LG NANO90 (LCD) is only fair.
The LG A1 OLED is better for watching sports due to its excellent response time and wide viewing angles which ensure clear images even during fast movement and when viewed from the side, while also handling reflections very well. Conversely, the LG NANO90 LCD has good response time and viewing angles but does not manage reflections or motion processing as effectively as the A1, leading to a less optimal experience for sports viewing.
Gaming
8.0
7.0
7.6/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
9.0/10
8.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
7.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.0/10
50.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
100.0/100
7.6/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.3/10
The LG NANO90 (LCD) is very good for gaming, while the LG A1 (OLED) is good.
The LG NANO90 has a good response time and very low input lag, making it well-suited for fast gaming sessions, while the LG A1 boasts an excellent response time and the best input lag, offering an even smoother gaming experience. The NANO90's higher refresh rate at 120Hz may benefit fast-paced games, but the A1's OLED technology provides superior image quality with more fluid motion handling, despite having a 60Hz panel.
Cartoons & Animation
5.6
8.0
6.5/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
8.0/10
6.6/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.1/10
7.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.3/10
4.3/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
7.1/10
5.9/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
9.2/10
The LG A1 (OLED) is very good for cartoons & animation, while the LG NANO90 (LCD) is poor.
News, Talk, & Other TV
6.4
8.4
7.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.3/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
8.0/10
The LG A1 (OLED) is very good for news, talk, & other TV, while the LG NANO90 (LCD) is only fair.
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Key similarities
Bright Room
6.9
6.6
6.3/10
VIEWING ANGLE
8.8/10
7.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.3/10
7.2/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.1/10
8.0/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
8.8/10
The LG NANO90 (LCD) and LG A1 (OLED) are both only fair for bright room.
When watching TV in a bright room, the LG NANO90 LCD handles reflections better and provides higher SDR and HDR brightness, which is beneficial for keeping the picture visible despite ambient light. On the other hand, the LG A1 OLED offers superior contrast and more vibrant colors, but it doesn't get as bright and may struggle more with reflections, leading to a potentially less optimal viewing experience in well-lit environments.
Cost
$1,100
$1,148
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
$1,800
The LG NANO90 (LCD) has a price of $1,100 and the LG A1 (OLED) costs $1,148.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| LG NANO90 (LCD) | LG A1 (OLED) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,100 | $1,148 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | LG | LG | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2021 | March 2, 2021 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | 55NANO90 | OLED55A1 | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 55" | 55" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | webOS | webOS | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 6.4/10 | 6.6/10 | |
NextGen Ready | |||
NextGen Ready | No | No | |
HDMI Ports | |||
HDMI Ports | 4 | 3 | |
Coax Ports | |||
Coax Ports | 1 | 1 | |
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Picture Quality Score | |||
Picture Quality Score | 6.1/10 | 8.3/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 7/10 | 6.7/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8/10 | 7/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 5.6/10 | 8.9/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.8/10 | 8/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 28.2" x 48.5" x 1.8" | 27.8" x 48.3" x 1.8" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 30.7" x 48.5" | 30.2" x 48.3" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 39.7 lbs | 40.6 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 | Yes | No | |
Auto Low Latency Mode | |||
Auto Low Latency Mode | Yes | Yes | |
Contrast | |||
Contrast | 5.3/10 | 10/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 5.2/10 | 10/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.2 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 40 W | 20 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | No | |
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John Archer | July 2021
"Here we have HDR pictures that look bright, but also manage to typically hit decently deep black levels.WebOS continues, though, to be one of the easiest to use. Connections are strong for a mid-range TV. Native 4K pictures look crisp and detailed."
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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.
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