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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you're on a budget, the LG UP8000 is significantly cheaper and still offers good overall performance, including for movies and TV shows. However, it has a lower refresh rate which is not as good for gaming or watching sports. On the other hand, the TCL R745 costs more but provides a better experience for gaming and sports due to its higher refresh rate and is better in handling reflections, which makes it suitable for well-lit rooms. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the LG UP8000 (LCD)
- Good viewing angle
Advantages of the TCL R745 (LCD)
- Good for gaming
Key differences
Gaming
5.7
7.4
6.7/10
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
6.0/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.7/10
The TCL R745 (LCD) is good for gaming, while the LG UP8000 (LCD) is poor.
The LG UP8000 has a lower response time compared to the TCL R745, making the latter more suited for gaming where fast response is crucial. Additionally, both TVs have very low input lag which is ideal for gaming, but the TCL R745's higher refresh rate gives it a smoother gaming experience.
Cost
$830
$1,700
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The LG UP8000 (LCD) has a price of $830 and the TCL R745 (LCD) costs $1,700.
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Key similarities
Picture Quality
5.7
5.6
5.10/10
CONTRAST
4.97/10
5.8/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
5.8/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
LED
IPS
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The LG UP8000 (LCD) and TCL R745 (LCD) both have poor picture quality.
Movies & TV
5.3
5.2
5.10/10
CONTRAST
4.97/10
5.5/10
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 LG UP8000 (LCD) and TCL R745 (LCD) are both poor for movies & TV.
The LG UP8000 has a contrast performance and black uniformity levels that are less suited for dark scenes typical in movies, and lacking local dimming to enhance these aspects further compounds the issue. The TCL R745 also suffers from low contrast and weak black uniformity, making it struggle to deliver the deep blacks and nuanced shadows that are prized in cinematic content.
Sports
6.6
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
6.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The LG UP8000 (LCD) and TCL R745 (LCD) are both only fair for sports.
The LG UP8000 has decent motion processing that sports watchers may find acceptable but struggles with limited viewing angles, making it less ideal for wide seating arrangements. The TCL R745, although possessing a higher screen refresh rate, has weaker motion processing compared to the UP8000, and similarly limited viewing angles, which may affect the viewing experience from different angles.
Cartoons & Animation
5.9
5.9
5.9/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
6.5/10
5.8/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
5.8/10
6.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
7.1/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
7.7/10
6.2/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.0/10
The TCL R745 (LCD) and LG UP8000 (LCD) are both poor for cartoons & animation.
The LG UP8000 struggles with cartoons and animation due to its poor color gamut, which makes it challenging to reproduce a wide range of colors, and despite having a fair score for colors out of the box, the overall color representation is hindered.
News, Talk, & Other TV
6.2
6.1
6.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
The LG UP8000 (LCD) and TCL R745 (LCD) are both only fair for news, talk, & other TV.
The LG UP8000 and TCL R745 LCD TVs are fair for watching news, talk shows, and other TV programs largely due to their good performance in upscaling lower-resolution content and decent SDR brightness, which ensures clear images without the need for high dynamic range. However, while both offer good colors straight out of the box, they fall short in contrast and local dimming, which can affect picture quality by not delivering very deep blacks or effectively enhancing the contrast in different areas of the screen.
Bright Room
5.9
5.8
7.5/10
VIEWING ANGLE
6.8/10
6.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
5.8/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.5/10
7.0/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
7.8/10
The LG UP8000 (LCD) and TCL R745 (LCD) are both poor for bright room.
The LG UP8000 struggles in bright rooms mainly because its SDR and HDR brightness are only fair, and despite a good reflections handling, it may not be bright enough to overcome glare. Conversely, the TCL R745 also shows poor performance under bright conditions, due to its poor SDR and HDR brightness and only fair reflections handling, while both TVs have subpar color volume and color gamut which are somewhat important for picture quality.
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How the LG UP8000 (LCD) and the TCL R745 (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
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| LG UP8000 (LCD) | TCL R745 (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$830 | $1,700 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | LG | TCL | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | July 5, 2021 | April 1, 2021 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | 65UP8000 | 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 | 6.7/10 | 6.1/10 | |
NextGen Ready | |||
NextGen Ready | No | No | |
HDMI Ports | |||
HDMI Ports | 3 | 4 | |
Coax Ports | |||
Coax Ports | 1 | 1 | |
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Picture Quality Score | |||
Picture Quality Score | 5.8/10 | 5.7/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 6/10 | 5.8/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.8/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 5.4/10 | 5.3/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.6/10 | 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 2.3" | 42.8" x 75.6" x 3.7" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 35.4" x 57.2" | 46.7" x 75.6" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 47.4 lbs | 110.7 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 300 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 | 5.1/10 | 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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Stratos Kampourogiannis | July 2021
"What we liked on this one was the very sharp 4K images it could display, its good up-scaling capabilities, nice viewing angles and extremely low input lag. Lastly the new webOS 6.0 is great even if it needs some time to get your bearings while the redesigned Magic Remote feels fresh even if functionality remains the same."
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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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