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Updated April 10, 2024·

If you're on a budget and primarily watch content in well-lit rooms, the Samsung N5300 is a suitable choice with a very good viewing angle, making it a decent option for watching with groups. However, if you're looking for better overall performance, especially for gaming with excellent response times and input lag, and high-quality HDR content with support for Dolby Vision and HLG, the LG NANO90 could be worth the higher price. The LG NANO90 also offers a larger screen and better motion processing but may not be as consistent in displaying uniform grays and blacks. Give Feedback

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Advantages of the LG NANO90 (LCD)
  • Very good for gaming
  • Good for use as monitor
  • Good for upscaling
  • Very good reflections
Advantages of the Samsung N5300 (LCD)
  • Very good viewing angle

Key differences

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Gaming

8.0
55NANO90
UN40N5300
4.9
7.6/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
5.9/10
8.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
4.3/10
7.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
7.0/10
50.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
0.0/100
7.6/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
The LG NANO90 (LCD) is very good for gaming, while the Samsung N5300 (LCD) is poor.

News, Talk, & Other TV

6.4
55NANO90
UN40N5300
5.6
7.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
6.3/10
The LG NANO90 (LCD) is only fair for news, talk, & other TV, while the Samsung N5300 (LCD) is poor.

Bright Room

6.9
55NANO90
UN40N5300
5.7
6.3/10
VIEWING ANGLE
8.1/10
7.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
7.2/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.6/10
8.0/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
6.3/10
The LG NANO90 (LCD) is only fair for bright room, while the Samsung N5300 (LCD) is poor.

Cost

$1,100
55NANO90
UN40N5300
$250
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$500

$1,000

$1,500

$2,000

The LG NANO90 (LCD) has a price of $1,100 and the Samsung N5300 (LCD) costs $250.
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Key similarities

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Picture Quality

6.1
55NANO90
UN40N5300
5.6
5.28/10
CONTRAST
5.102564103/10
6.6/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
5.5/10
LED FALD
PANEL TYPE
LED
IPS
PANEL SUB-TYPE
ADS / IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers LG NANO90 (LCD) to have only fair picture quality, while the Samsung N5300 (LCD) has poor picture quality.

Movies & TV

5.6
55NANO90
UN40N5300
5.3
5.28/10
CONTRAST
5.102564103/10
5.3/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
5.8/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
6.3/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
No
HDR10+ SUPPORT
No
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
No
The LG NANO90 (LCD) and Samsung N5300 (LCD) are both poor for movies & TV.

Sports

6.8
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UN40N5300
6.7
7.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
7.0/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
8.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
4.3/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
6.3/10
7.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
No
The LG NANO90 (LCD) and Samsung N5300 (LCD) are both only fair for sports.

Cartoons & Animation

5.6
55NANO90
UN40N5300
5.7
6.5/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
5.9/10
6.6/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
5.5/10
7.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
4.3/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
6.2/10
5.9/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
7.7/10
The Samsung N5300 (LCD) and LG NANO90 (LCD) are both poor for cartoons & animation.

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How the LG NANO90 (LCD) and the Samsung N5300 (LCD) compare to other TVs

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Spec Comparison

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LG NANO90 (LCD)Samsung N5300 (LCD)
LG NANO90 (LCD)Samsung N5300 (LCD)

GENERAL

Price
$1,100
$250
Brand
LGSamsung
Release Date
March 1, 2021June 1, 2018
Full name
55NANO90UN40N5300
Screen Size
55"40"
Screen Resolution
4K1080P

TV FEATURES

Operating System
webOSTizen
Sound Quality Score
6.4/106.4/10
NextGen Ready
NoNo
HDMI Ports
40
Coax Ports
11

DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES

Picture Quality Score
6.1/105.7/10
Bright Room Score
7/105.8/10
Gaming Score
8/104.9/10
Movies & TV Score
5.6/105.3/10
Sports Score
6.8/106.7/10

PHYSICAL

Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D)
28.2" x 48.5" x 1.8"20.9" x 36.3" x 2.9"
Dimensions with Stand (H x W)
30.7" x 48.5"21.8" x 36.3"
Weight without Stand
39.7 lbs15.4 lbs
VESA Mount
300 x 300200 x 200

DISPLAY

Color Depth
10 bit8 bit
Black Frame Insertion
YesNo
Auto Low Latency Mode
YesNo
Contrast
5.3/105.1/10
Local Dimming
5.2/102.5/10

SOUND

Speaker Setup
2.22.0
Speaker Power
40 W20 W
Dolby Atmos
YesNo
DTS:X
NoNo

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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.

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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