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Updated January 10, 2024·
For watching movies, TV series, and news, the LG UP7000 and Sony X77L are quite similar, although the Sony X77L has a slight edge in picture quality. If gaming is important to you, the Sony X77L performs slightly better, especially for sports content. In dark rooms, neither TV is outstanding, but the LG is weaker with a poorer contrast that might not deliver deep blacks. The LG UP7000 tends to be less expensive, but if a brighter room performance and overall quality control are more critical for you, the Sony X77L is marginally better, although it comes at a higher cost. Both TVs have a lower midrange price, so the choice likely comes down to whether you prioritize a lower price or slightly better performance in specific viewing scenarios. Neither TV excels in handling bright rooms well, but the Sony is somewhat more capable in this aspect. However, if you plan to use the TV as a monitor, the LG UP7000 has a better score for that use. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the LG UP7000 (LCD)
- The LG UP7000 (LCD) has no clear advantages over the Sony X77L (LCD).
Advantages of the Sony X77L (LCD)
- Very good motion processing
- Good viewing angle
Key similarities
Picture Quality
5.6
5.6
5.37/10
CONTRAST
3.58/10
5.8/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.3/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
LED
IPS
PANEL SUB-TYPE
IPS
The Sony X77L (LCD) and LG UP7000 (LCD) both have poor picture quality.
Movies & TV
5.1
5.2
5.37/10
CONTRAST
3.58/10
5.1/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
5.8/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
7.0/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
No
HDR10+ SUPPORT
No
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
No
The Sony X77L (LCD) and LG UP7000 (LCD) are both poor for movies & TV.
The LG UP7000 has a poor contrast and lacks local dimming, which results in grayer blacks that are detrimental to a good movie experience, while the Sony X77L, despite having better colors out of the box, also suffers from poor contrast and limited local dimming capability, affecting its ability to display deep blacks essential for cinematic content.
Sports
6.5
6.8
6.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.5/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
7.0/10
6.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.2/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Sony X77L (LCD) and LG UP7000 (LCD) are both only fair for sports.
When watching sports, the LG UP7000's fair performance is due to its decent response time and motion processing, but poor handling of reflections and narrow viewing angles may diminish the experience. On the other hand, the Sony X77L also offers fair sports viewing due to its satisfactory gray uniformity, but like the UP7000, it struggles with wider viewing angles and reflection handling, which are important in well-lit rooms.
Gaming
5.6
5.8
5.9/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
5.9/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
6.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.5/10
0.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
5.0/100
5.9/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.4/10
The Sony X77L (LCD) and LG UP7000 (LCD) are both poor for gaming.
The LG UP7000 and the Sony X77L are both poor for gaming primarily due to their inadequate response times, which can lead to motion blur during fast-paced games. While the Sony X77L has a very good input lag, making it responsive to gaming inputs, its response time is poor, which can still detract from the gaming experience; the LG UP7000 has poor response time as well, but it features best input lag, ensuring minimal delay between user actions and on-screen reactions.
Cartoons & Animation
5.6
6.0
5.8/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
5.9/10
5.8/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.3/10
6.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.2/10
5.2/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
8.8/10
6.6/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
7.7/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Sony X77L (LCD) to be only fair for cartoons & animation, while the LG UP7000 (LCD) is poor.
News, Talk, & Other TV
5.9
6.0
6.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.2/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
7.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Sony X77L (LCD) to be only fair for news, talk, & other TV, while the LG UP7000 (LCD) is poor.
The LG UP7000 shows weaknesses in upscaling and offers poor color accuracy out of the box, resulting in a less vibrant and clear picture for news and talk shows, whereas the Sony X77L provides better upscaling and very good color accuracy, enhancing the overall clarity and color fidelity for such content. Considering SDR brightness, which is very important for daytime viewing, the LG UP7000 is fair, likely sufficient for most rooms, although in very bright rooms, it may not stand out as much, while the Sony X77L has good SDR brightness, making it more suitable for well-lit environments.
Bright Room
5.9
6.0
6.8/10
VIEWING ANGLE
7.7/10
6.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.2/10
5.7/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.2/10
6.0/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
6.3/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Sony X77L (LCD) to be only fair for bright room, while the LG UP7000 (LCD) is poor.
The LG UP7000 struggles with both SDR and HDR brightness and has poorer handling of reflections compared to the Sony X77L, which makes it less suitable for bright rooms. The Sony X77L delivers better performance in SDR and HDR brightness and is fair in handling reflections, providing a more satisfactory viewing experience in lit environments.
Cost
$480
$498
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
$800
The LG UP7000 (LCD) has a price of $480 and the Sony X77L (LCD) costs $498.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| LG UP7000 (LCD) | Sony X77L (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$480 | $498 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | LG | Sony | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | November 3, 2021 | July 3, 2023 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | 55UP7000 | KD-55X77L | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 55" | 55" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | webOS | Google TV | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 7/10 | 6.1/10 | |
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 | 5.6/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 6/10 | 6/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.7/10 | 5.8/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 5.1/10 | 5.2/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.5/10 | 6.9/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 28.3" x 48.7" x 3.5" | 28.5" x 49" x 2.9" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 30.9" x 48.7" | 31.1" x 49" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 24.7 lbs | 33.8 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 300 x 300 | 300 x 300 | |
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 | 5.4/10 | 3.6/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 2.5/10 | 3/10 | |
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 | Up to DTS Digital Surround, Bypass only | |
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"For an entry-level model, Sony’s X77L is a decent 4K TV. It’s color reproduction, along with crisp and clean picture images revealed plenty of detail and clarity thanks in part to Sony’s excellent video processing."
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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 Sony
Sony stands as a highly experienced and widely trusted TV manufacturer, earning a reputation that surpasses all others. A Japanese company, Sony has been making TVs for far longs than it has been making Playstation game consoles. Sony's high-end TVs are often regarded as the ultimate choice for videophiles, representing the epitome of quality, albeit at a premium price point. Renowned for their advanced and precise motion handling, as well as their cutting-edge local dimming algorithms, Sony consistently delivers unparalleled performance in these areas. They include Google TV software with all their TV sets, which grants access to the largest selection of apps available and they also include Bravia Core which is a movie streaming platform specifically for Sony TVs that offers higher picture quality by using more bandwidth.
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