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Updated January 10, 2024·
The LG UP7000 is less expensive and offers a satisfactory experience across various content types, including sports, movies, and general viewing, particularly in bright rooms. Conversely, the LG UP7000 is not well-suited for dark-room viewing due to lower performance in that setting. On the other hand, the TCL R745 is more expensive but provides a superior gaming experience and is a bit better for movies. One significant advantage is its higher-quality sound, making it a good fit for those who value audio while watching movies or playing games. Additionally, the TCL R745 supports more formats for high dynamic range (HDR) content, which includes popular standards like Dolby Vision, enhancing the viewing experience for compatible content. Ultimately, your decision should consider your budget, whether you prioritize gaming and high-quality sound, the formats of HDR content you consume, and the lighting conditions in your viewing room. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the LG UP7000 (LCD)
- The LG UP7000 (LCD) has no clear advantages over the TCL R745 (LCD).
Advantages of the TCL R745 (LCD)
- Good for gaming
- Good reflections
Key differences
Gaming
5.6
7.4
5.9/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
6.1/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
6.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
0.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
0.0/100
5.9/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.7/10
The TCL R745 (LCD) is good for gaming, while the LG UP7000 (LCD) is poor.
The LG UP7000 has a poorer response time compared to the TCL R745, which can make gaming feel less fluid and responsive on the LG TV. Both TVs have a low input lag which is good for gaming, but the TCL R745 offers a higher refresh rate, providing a smoother gaming experience especially for fast-paced games.
Cost
$620
$1,700
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The LG UP7000 (LCD) has a price of $620 and the TCL R745 (LCD) costs $1,700.
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Key similarities
Picture Quality
5.6
5.6
5.37/10
CONTRAST
4.97/10
5.8/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
5.8/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
LED
IPS
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The TCL R745 (LCD) and LG UP7000 (LCD) both have poor picture quality.
Movies & TV
5.1
5.2
5.37/10
CONTRAST
4.97/10
5.1/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
5.0/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
No
HDR10+ SUPPORT
No
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The TCL R745 (LCD) and LG UP7000 (LCD) are both poor for movies & TV.
The LG UP7000 struggles with movies and cinematic TV as it lacks local dimming, which means it can't produce deep blacks and has poor black uniformity, essential for dark scenes. The TCL R745 also falls short in cinematic viewing due to its low contrast and black uniformity, despite better color out of the box, both TVs' shortcomings reduce the overall quality of movie-watching experiences.
Sports
6.5
6.4
6.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
6.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The LG UP7000 (LCD) and TCL R745 (LCD) are both only fair for sports.
The LG UP7000 has a slower response time and poor motion processing which can affect fast-paced sports clarity, while its wide viewing angles and fair reflections handling might benefit a group watching together in a moderately lit room. The TCL R745, though having fair response time and poor motion processing, offers better reflections handling making it more suitable for rooms with more light, but its viewing angles are less accommodating for group viewing.
Cartoons & Animation
5.6
5.9
5.8/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
6.5/10
5.8/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
5.8/10
6.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
5.2/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
7.7/10
6.6/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.0/10
The TCL R745 (LCD) and LG UP7000 (LCD) are both poor for cartoons & animation.
The LG UP7000 displays colors and color gamut poorly out of the box, affecting the vibrancy and range of shades crucial for animated content, and has weak gray uniformity that can detract from even color scenes. Similarly, the TCL R745, while delivering better color out of the box, still falls short in color gamut and volume, leading to less than ideal representation of the diverse colors typically found in cartoons and animations.
News, Talk, & Other TV
5.9
6.1
6.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers TCL R745 (LCD) to be only fair for news, talk, & other TV, while the LG UP7000 (LCD) is poor.
The LG UP7000 struggles with watching news and talk shows because its upscaling is not impressive and its SDR brightness is just fair, which may make images look less vivid, especially in well-lit rooms. In contrast, the TCL R745 fares better with good upscaling and more vibrant out-of-the-box colors, although its SDR brightness is also rated poorly, which may affect its performance in bright environments.
Bright Room
5.9
5.8
6.8/10
VIEWING ANGLE
6.8/10
6.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
5.7/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.5/10
6.0/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
7.8/10
The LG UP7000 (LCD) and TCL R745 (LCD) are both poor for bright room.
The LG UP7000 struggles with reflections due to its fair reflection handling and only has fair SDR brightness, making it less suitable for bright rooms. The TCL R745, while it has good reflection handling, is hampered by poor SDR and HDR brightness, also making it a poor performer in bright environments.
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How the LG UP7000 (LCD) and the TCL R745 (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
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| LG UP7000 (LCD) | TCL R745 (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$620 | $1,700 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | LG | TCL | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | November 4, 2021 | April 1, 2021 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | 65UP7000 | 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 | 7/10 | 6.1/10 | |
NextGen Ready | |||
NextGen Ready | No | No | |
HDMI Ports | |||
HDMI Ports | 2 | 4 | |
Coax Ports | |||
Coax Ports | 1 | 1 | |
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Picture Quality Score | |||
Picture Quality Score | 5.6/10 | 5.7/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 6/10 | 5.8/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.7/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 5.1/10 | 5.3/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.5/10 | 6.4/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 33.2" x 57.5" x 3.5" | 42.8" x 75.6" x 3.7" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 36" x 57.5" | 46.7" x 75.6" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 37.9 lbs | 110.7 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 400 x 300 | 600 x 400 | |
DISPLAY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Color Depth | |||
Color Depth | 10 bit | 11 bit | |
Black Frame Insertion | |||
Black Frame Insertion | No | Yes | |
Auto Low Latency Mode | |||
Auto Low Latency Mode | Yes | Yes | |
Contrast | |||
Contrast | 5.4/10 | 5/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 2.5/10 | 2.5/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.0 | 2.1 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 20 W | 50 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | Yes, Bypass only | |
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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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