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Updated January 10, 2024·
The LG NANO90 is a midrange-priced TV which is generally more expensive than the TCL S450G, which has a budget price. When it comes to overall picture quality, gaming, and sports viewing, the LG NANO90 performs better, making it a more suitable choice if you prioritize these aspects and are willing to pay more. It also has a higher number of HDMI ports and superior sound quality, but neither set has great built-in speakers. For darker rooms, the TCL S450G might not be as good as the LG NANO90, but it's a more suitable budget-friendly option if you want a solid TV without the added cost. However, its lower number of HDMI ports and lesser sound quality should be considered if you plan to connect multiple devices or want better audio without an external sound system. The TCL model also offers voice command features, which the LG doesn't. In bright rooms, neither TV is exceptional, but the LG NANO90 has a slight edge. For viewers with wide seating, the LG has a better viewing angle. Gamers preferring high responsiveness will find the TCL S450G has a marginally better input lag performance, although the LG NANO90 has a higher refresh rate which is beneficial for fast-paced content. Neither model supports advanced HDR formats like HDR10+ or Dolby Vision, which could be a deciding factor if you consume a lot of HDR content. 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 S450G (LCD)
- The TCL S450G (LCD) has no clear advantages over the LG NANO90 (LCD).
Key differences
Sports
6.8
6.1
7.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
8.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
6.0/10
7.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.5/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The LG NANO90 (LCD) and TCL S450G (LCD) are both only fair for sports, though the LG NANO90 (LCD) is somewhat better.
The LG NANO90 offers good response time and motion processing, important for sports watching, with better viewing angles to accommodate multiple viewers. However, the TCL S450G struggles with response time and motion processing, reducing clarity during fast movements, but it manages reflections better in bright rooms, which can be favorable for daytime viewing.
Gaming
8.0
5.6
7.6/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
5.7/10
8.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
7.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
50.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
18.0/100
7.6/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.7/10
The LG NANO90 (LCD) is very good for gaming, while the TCL S450G (LCD) is poor.
The LG NANO90 boasts superior gaming features with a high refresh rate and low input lag, ensuring smooth and responsive gameplay, while the TCL S450G has a lower refresh rate and higher input lag, which can lead to less fluid motion and a delay between player actions and reactions on-screen.
News, Talk, & Other TV
6.4
5.6
7.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.5/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
6.0/10
The LG NANO90 (LCD) is only fair for news, talk, & other TV, while the TCL S450G (LCD) is poor.
The LG NANO90 offers better upscaling and colors out of the box, making it a fair choice for news and talk shows where clarity and color accuracy are important. In contrast, the TCL S450G performs poorly in these areas, which could lead to a less satisfying viewing experience for everyday TV programs.
Bright Room
6.9
5.7
6.3/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.0/10
7.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.5/10
7.2/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.5/10
8.0/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
6.6/10
The LG NANO90 (LCD) is only fair for bright room, while the TCL S450G (LCD) is poor.
The LG NANO90 is better for bright rooms due to its 'good' SDR and HDR brightness, which means it can display brighter content making it more suitable for well-lit environments, and its reflection handling is rated 'very good,' reducing the impact of light on the screen. In contrast, the TCL S450G struggles in bright rooms with 'poor' ratings for both SDR and HDR brightness, which indicates it cannot get as bright, and its reflection handling is only rated 'fair,' indicating it's less effective at mitigating reflections from light sources.
Cost
$1,719
$348
$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 S450G (LCD) costs $348.
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Key similarities
Picture Quality
6.1
5.9
5.28/10
CONTRAST
5.64/10
6.6/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.2/10
LED FALD
PANEL TYPE
LED
IPS
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers LG NANO90 (LCD) to have only fair picture quality, while the TCL S450G (LCD) has poor picture quality.
Movies & TV
5.6
5.6
5.28/10
CONTRAST
5.64/10
5.3/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
6.1/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
6.0/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
No
HDR10+ SUPPORT
No
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The TCL S450G (LCD) and LG NANO90 (LCD) are both poor for movies & TV.
Cartoons & Animation
5.6
5.8
6.5/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
5.9/10
6.6/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.2/10
7.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.5/10
4.3/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
6.2/10
5.9/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.6/10
The TCL S450G (LCD) and LG NANO90 (LCD) are both poor for cartoons & animation.
The LG NANO90 has poor colors out of the box and only a fair color gamut, which makes it less ideal for cartoons and animation that typically benefit from vibrant and accurate colors. The TCL S450G similarly has fair colors out of the box and a poor color gamut, leading to a compromised viewing experience for animated content which relies heavily on a wide and precise range of colors.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| LG NANO90 (LCD) | TCL S450G (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,719 | $348 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | LG | TCL | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 2, 2021 | July 1, 2023 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | 65NANO90 | 65S450G | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 65" | 65" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | webOS | Google TV | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 6.4/10 | 6.3/10 | |
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 | 6/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 7/10 | 5.8/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8/10 | 5.7/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 5.6/10 | 5.7/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.8/10 | 6.2/10 | |
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" | 32.8" x 56.9" x 3.2" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 35.6" x 57.2" | 34.6" x 56.9" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 62.2 lbs | 30.9 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 400 x 400 | 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 | 5.6/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 5.2/10 | 3.5/10 | |
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 | Yes, Bypass only | |
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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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Ben Schoon | September 2023
"TCL, though, has built much of its success on affordable sets, and the 2023 TCL S Class S4 with Google TV is a testament to just how good of a TV you can get for an affordable price tag"
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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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