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Updated January 10, 2024·
The LG NANO90 offers better gaming performance and is well-suited for bright rooms, but it is generally more expensive. The TCL S435, on the other hand, is more budget-friendly, offers good general picture quality, and performs well for cartoon and animation content. However, the TCL S435 doesn't perform as well as the LG NANO90 in terms of gaming, and it's not as good for bright room conditions. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the LG NANO90 (LCD)
- Very good for gaming
- Good for use as monitor
- Good for upscaling
- Good motion processing
- Very good reflections
Advantages of the TCL S435 (LCD)
- Good for cartoons & animation
Key differences
Picture Quality
6.1
6.6
5.28/10
CONTRAST
7.50/10
6.6/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.6/10
LED FALD
PANEL TYPE
LED
IPS
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The TCL S435 (LCD) and LG NANO90 (LCD) both have only fair picture quality, though the TCL S435 (LCD) has somewhat better picture quality.
Movies & TV
5.6
6.1
5.28/10
CONTRAST
7.50/10
5.3/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
6.7/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
5.9/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
No
HDR10+ SUPPORT
No
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
No
The TCL S435 (LCD) is only fair for movies & TV, while the LG NANO90 (LCD) is poor.
The LG NANO90 falls short in movie-watching experiences due to its limited contrast, local dimming, and black uniformity, which are crucial for deep blacks and detail in dark scenes. The TCL S435, while offering better black uniformity and contrast that benefit movie viewing, still struggles with color accuracy and volume out of the box, affecting the richness and vibrancy of on-screen content.
Sports
6.8
5.9
7.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
3.2/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
8.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
5.8/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
5.9/10
7.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.2/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The LG NANO90 (LCD) is only fair for sports, while the TCL S435 (LCD) is poor.
The LG NANO90 is fair at watching sports due to its quick response time and efficient reflection handling, allowing for a more uniform viewing experience even in bright environments, whereas the TCL S435 is poor, largely because of its significantly slower response time and less effective processing of fast motion, leading to less clarity during fast-paced sports action.
Gaming
8.0
5.5
7.6/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
6.2/10
8.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
5.8/10
7.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
3.2/10
50.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
0.0/100
7.6/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.3/10
The LG NANO90 (LCD) is very good for gaming, while the TCL S435 (LCD) is poor.
The LG NANO90 is favored for gaming due to its good response time and very good input lag, which enhances gaming interactivity, especially with its 120Hz refresh rate allowing for smoother motion. In contrast, the TCL S435 offers poorer performance in both response time and input lag, paired with a lower refresh rate of 60Hz, which can result in less fluid motion and a delay in gaming responsiveness.
Cartoons & Animation
5.6
7.0
6.5/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
6.0/10
6.6/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.6/10
7.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.2/10
4.3/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
9.0/10
5.9/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
5.9/10
The TCL S435 (LCD) is good for cartoons & animation, while the LG NANO90 (LCD) is poor.
The TCL S435 is good for watching cartoons & animation because it displays colors exceptionally well out of the box, which is crucial for animated content, while the LG NANO90, despite having a fair color gamut, is rated poorly for colors out of the box, which may result in less vibrant and less accurate cartoons and animation viewing. Additionally, while both TVs have fair color volume, which affects the range of colors displayed at different luminance levels, the significantly better out-of-the-box colors of the TCL S435 give it an edge for animated content.
News, Talk, & Other TV
6.4
5.8
7.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.2/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
5.9/10
The LG NANO90 (LCD) is only fair for news, talk, & other TV, while the TCL S435 (LCD) is poor.
The LG NANO90 provides a good experience for watching news and TV programs due to better upscaling of low-resolution content and higher SDR brightness, which improves visibility in various lighting conditions. In contrast, the TCL S435 falls short in these areas, offering poorer upscaling and less effective SDR brightness, leading to a less satisfactory viewing experience for everyday TV content.
Bright Room
6.9
5.6
6.3/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.0/10
7.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.2/10
7.2/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.1/10
8.0/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
5.9/10
The LG NANO90 (LCD) is only fair for bright room, while the TCL S435 (LCD) is poor.
The LG NANO90 has good performance in both standard dynamic range (SDR) and high dynamic range (HDR) brightness levels, and it handles reflections very well, which makes it more suitable for well-lit rooms. On the other hand, the TCL S435 performs poorly in SDR and HDR brightness and struggles with reflection handling, making it less optimal for viewing in bright environments.
Cost
$1,719
$700
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The LG NANO90 (LCD) has a price of $1,719 and the TCL S435 (LCD) costs $700.
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How the LG NANO90 (LCD) and the TCL S435 (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| LG NANO90 (LCD) | TCL S435 (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,719 | $700 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | LG | TCL | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 2, 2021 | September 4, 2020 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | 65NANO90 | 65S435 | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 65" | 65" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | webOS | Roku TV | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 6.4/10 | 5.9/10 | |
NextGen Ready | |||
NextGen Ready | No | No | |
HDMI Ports | |||
HDMI Ports | 4 | 4 | |
Coax Ports | |||
Coax Ports | 1 | 1 | |
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Picture Quality Score | |||
Picture Quality Score | 6.1/10 | 6.7/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 7/10 | 5.6/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8/10 | 5.6/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 5.6/10 | 6.2/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.8/10 | 6/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 33" x 57.2" x 1.8" | 33.2" x 57.4" x 3.3" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 35.6" x 57.2" | 35.3" x 57.4" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 62.2 lbs | 37.9 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 400 x 400 | 300 x 300 | |
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 | No | |
Contrast | |||
Contrast | 5.3/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 5.2/10 | 2.5/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.2 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 40 W | 16 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Dolby Digital Plus Bypass Only | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | No | |
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LG NANO90 (LCD)
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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."
TCL S435 (LCD)
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Geoffrey Morrison | June 2021
"The TCL 4-Series is so inexpensive and capable you might start to question why there are any multithousand-dollar TVs at all. The 4-Series setup is intuitive and easy. If you're just looking for an easy-to-use TV with decent picture, this is an excellent place to start."
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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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