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Updated January 10, 2024·
The LG A2 OLED offers a superior picture quality with deep blacks and high contrast, which is especially noticeable in dark rooms; therefore, it is well-suited for movies. However, its glossier screen might not perform as well in very bright rooms compared to the TCL S446 LCD, which may have a better handling of reflections. The TCL S446, priced more affordably, also offers good upscaling for watching TV shows and sports. Both TVs support standard gaming features, but neither is particularly suited for high-end gaming due to their 60Hz panels. If budget is a concern, or if you frequently watch TV in bright rooms, the TCL S446 might be the better option, otherwise, if you're looking for premium picture quality for movie watching and can stretch your budget, the LG A2 is a strong contender. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the LG A2 (OLED)
- Good for bright room
- Excellent for dark room
- Good for gaming
- Excellent 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 motion processing
- Excellent viewing angle
- Very good reflections
Advantages of the TCL S446 (LCD)
- The TCL S446 (LCD) has no clear advantages over the LG A2 (OLED).
Key differences
Picture Quality
8.7
5.8
10.00/10
CONTRAST
5.37/10
7.5/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.0/10
WOLED
PANEL TYPE
LED
WBC
PANEL SUB-TYPE
IPS
The LG A2 (OLED) has very good picture quality, while the TCL S446 (LCD) has poor picture quality.
Movies & TV
9.2
5.4
10.00/10
CONTRAST
5.37/10
10.0/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
4.8/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
No
HDR10+ SUPPORT
No
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
No
The LG A2 (OLED) is excellent for movies & TV, while the TCL S446 (LCD) is poor.
The LG A2 OLED excels in watching movies and cinematic TV thanks to its perfect contrast, excellent local dimming, and top-notch black uniformity, which all contribute to deep black levels and a rich, immersive viewing experience. In contrast, the TCL S446 LCD struggles with lower contrast, lacks local dimming, and has poor black uniformity, leading to a less impressive picture with less depth and realism.
Sports
8.2
6.4
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
8.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.0/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
7.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.0/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The LG A2 (OLED) is very good for sports, while the TCL S446 (LCD) is only fair.
The LG A2 OLED excels in watching sports due to its exceptional response time and wide viewing angles, ensuring clear images without blurring during fast action and consistency from different seating positions, while also handling reflections well to reduce screen glare. Conversely, the TCL S446 LCD has fair performance with lesser response time and narrower viewing angles, which could lead to motion blur and color shifts when watching from the side, not to mention its less effective reflection handling could result in more distractions from ambient light.
Gaming
7.1
5.8
9.3/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
6.2/10
8.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.0/10
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
100.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
0.0/100
6.9/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.6/10
The LG A2 (OLED) is good for gaming, while the TCL S446 (LCD) is poor.
The LG A2 OLED offers excellent response time, which means fast-moving images will be much clearer, making it great for gaming, while the TCL S446 LCD has only fair response time, which can result in more motion blur during fast-paced games. Both TVs have very good input lag performance; however, the superior response time of the LG A2 makes it the preferred choice for gamers.
Cartoons & Animation
8.7
6.4
8.1/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
5.8/10
7.5/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.0/10
7.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.0/10
8.8/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
9.1/10
9.8/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.0/10
The LG A2 (OLED) is very good for cartoons & animation, while the TCL S446 (LCD) is only fair.
The LG A2 OLED TV delivers very good colors straight out of the box along with a very good color gamut, leading to vibrant and accurate cartoons and animation, whereas the TCL S446 LCD TV, despite having excellent colors out of the box, offers a poorer color gamut and only fair color volume, resulting in less rich and consistent animation viewing. The OLED technology of the LG A2 also provides superior contrast and gray uniformity, enhancing the viewing experience for these types of content compared to the TCL model.
News, Talk, & Other TV
8.6
6.4
7.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.0/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
The LG A2 (OLED) is very good for news, talk, & other TV, while the TCL S446 (LCD) is only fair.
The LG A2 OLED TV provides a better viewing experience for news and talk shows primarily due to its superior upscaling and SDR brightness, which are critical for watching such content with good clarity and luminance. On the other hand, the TCL S446 LCD TV, despite having fair SDR brightness, offers less effective upscaling and contrast, resulting in a less optimal picture quality for standard dynamic range content like regular TV programs.
Bright Room
7.0
5.8
9.1/10
VIEWING ANGLE
7.5/10
7.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.0/10
6.7/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.4/10
8.6/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
7.2/10
The LG A2 (OLED) is good for bright room, while the TCL S446 (LCD) is poor.
The LG A2, being an OLED with excellent reflection handling and good SDR and HDR brightness, excels in bright rooms. In contrast, the TCL S446, an LCD, falls short in HDR brightness and is just fair in SDR brightness, with good reflection handling but not to the same standard as the LG.
Cost
$1,997
$400
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The LG A2 (OLED) has a price of $1,997 and the TCL S446 (LCD) costs $400.
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How the LG A2 (OLED) and the TCL S446 (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| LG A2 (OLED) | TCL S446 (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,997 | $400 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | LG | TCL | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 3, 2022 | September 4, 2021 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | 65A2 | 65S446 | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 65" | 65" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | webOS | Android TV | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 7/10 | 6/10 | |
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 | 8.8/10 | 5.8/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 7.1/10 | 5.8/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 7.2/10 | 5.9/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 9.2/10 | 5.5/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 8.2/10 | 6.4/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 32.8" x 57" x 1.8" | 33.2" x 57.4" x 3.3" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 35.3" x 57" | 35.3" x 57.4" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 37.7 lbs | 37.9 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 300 x 200 | 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 | 10/10 | 5.4/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 10/10 | 2.5/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.0 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 20 W | 16 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Bypass only | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | No | |
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Al Griffin | August 2022
"Movie fans will find a lot here to love, and the A2 series’ low prices compared with other OLED TVs will keep their wallets happy. Images had the deep blacks and detailed shadows typical of the best 4K TVs, while colors looked both fully saturated and clean. Also, the A2’s out-of-box picture performance in Filmmaker mode was mostly accurate, requiring only slight adjustments to optimize brightness, color, and contrast."
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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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