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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you're looking for a more budget-friendly option, the LG NANO90, with its midrange price, is significantly less expensive than the TCL R745. Keep in mind that specific viewing preferences, like movies, gaming, or sports, and room conditions, such as bright environments, can impact which TV better suits your needs. Consider the types of content you watch most and the lighting conditions of the room where the TV will be placed to determine the best value for your investment. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the LG NANO90 (LCD)
- Very good for gaming
- Good for use as monitor
- Good motion processing
- Very good reflections
Advantages of the TCL R745 (LCD)
- The TCL R745 (LCD) has no clear advantages over the LG NANO90 (LCD).
Key differences
Gaming
8.0
7.4
7.6/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
6.1/10
8.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
7.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
50.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
0.0/100
7.6/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.7/10
The LG NANO90 (LCD) is very good for gaming, while the TCL R745 (LCD) is good.
The LG NANO90 stands out for gaming because of its very good input lag performance, ensuring minimal delay between your actions and the response on-screen, which is crucial for fast-paced gaming. The TCL R745, while still a good option for gaming, does not match the LG in terms of response time, which is important for smooth motion portrayal in games. Both TVs support a 120Hz refresh rate which is beneficial for smooth gameplay, but the quicker response time and lower input lag of the LG NANO90 may make it the preferred option for serious gamers.
Bright Room
6.9
5.8
6.3/10
VIEWING ANGLE
6.8/10
7.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
7.2/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.5/10
8.0/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
7.8/10
The LG NANO90 (LCD) is only fair for bright room, while the TCL R745 (LCD) is poor.
The LG NANO90 performs fairly well in bright rooms partly because it handles reflections very good and offers good brightness levels for both standard and high dynamic range content. On the other hand, the TCL R745 struggles more in bright settings due to its poor scores in both SDR and HDR brightness and just good reflection handling, indicating it may not be as effective in countering ambient light.
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Key similarities
Picture Quality
6.1
5.6
5.28/10
CONTRAST
4.97/10
6.6/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
5.8/10
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 R745 (LCD) has poor picture quality.
Movies & TV
5.6
5.2
5.28/10
CONTRAST
4.97/10
5.3/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
5.0/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
No
HDR10+ SUPPORT
No
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The LG NANO90 (LCD) and TCL R745 (LCD) are both poor for movies & TV.
The LG NANO90 and TCL R745 both offer less than ideal performance for movies and cinematic TV due to moderate contrast ratios, poor local dimming, and subpar black uniformity, which are crucial for deep blacks and detailed shadows. Furthermore, while the TCL R745 exhibits good colors out of the box, both TVs struggle with color volume and gray uniformity, affecting the richness and consistency of colors across the screen.
Sports
6.8
6.4
7.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
8.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
7.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The LG NANO90 (LCD) and TCL R745 (LCD) are both only fair for sports.
Both the LG NANO90 and the TCL R745 face challenges in handling motion which matters for sports; the NANO90 struggles more with motion blur due to slower response time, while the R745, even though it has better motion handling, might still distract viewers with its less effective reflection handling. Additionally, while both TVs have issues with gray uniformity that could affect sports viewing, the NANO90 offers wider viewing angles, making it a better option for larger gatherings.
Cartoons & Animation
5.6
5.9
6.5/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
6.5/10
6.6/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
5.8/10
7.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
4.3/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
7.7/10
5.9/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.0/10
The TCL R745 (LCD) and LG NANO90 (LCD) are both poor for cartoons & animation.
News, Talk, & Other TV
6.4
6.1
7.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
The LG NANO90 (LCD) and TCL R745 (LCD) are both only fair for news, talk, & other TV.
The LG NANO90 offers a better experience for watching news and TV programs in bright rooms due to its good SDR brightness, while the TCL R745 might struggle in brighter settings given its lower SDR brightness. However, the TCL R745 provides better colors right out of the box, which could enhance the viewing experience without additional calibration, unlike the LG NANO90 which may require adjustment for optimal color display.
Cost
$1,719
$1,700
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The LG NANO90 (LCD) has a price of $1,719 and the TCL R745 (LCD) costs $1,700.
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Spec Comparison
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| LG NANO90 (LCD) | TCL R745 (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,719 | $1,700 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | LG | TCL | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 2, 2021 | April 1, 2021 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | 65NANO90 | 85R745 | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 65" | 85" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | webOS | Roku TV | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 6.4/10 | 6.1/10 | |
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 | 5.7/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 7/10 | 5.8/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 5.6/10 | 5.3/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.8/10 | 6.4/10 | |
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" | 42.8" x 75.6" x 3.7" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 35.6" x 57.2" | 46.7" x 75.6" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 62.2 lbs | 110.7 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 400 x 400 | 600 x 400 | |
DISPLAY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Color Depth | |||
Color Depth | 10 bit | 11 bit | |
Black Frame Insertion | |||
Black Frame Insertion | Yes | Yes | |
Auto Low Latency Mode | |||
Auto Low Latency Mode | Yes | Yes | |
Contrast | |||
Contrast | 5.3/10 | 5/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 5.2/10 | 2.5/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.2 | 2.1 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 40 W | 50 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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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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