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LG Nano85 (Nano86) NanoCell

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LG NanoCell 85 4K TV is a mid-level option in LG's 2020 IPS smart TV lineup. Compared to the NanoCell 90, its panel is edge-lit and its speakers are less powerful; otherwise, it shares much of the same features with the higher-end model.

The NanoCell 86 available in select markets is essentially the same unit as the NanoCell 85 except for a different stand.

LG also markets the NanoCell 80, which uses direct backlighting and a lower-end processor and supports a lower refresh rate and fewer HDR functionalities.

Ratings

What we found

Neofiliac score 72%

Pros

High screen-to-body ratio
Supports Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma), and Dolby Vision IQ
High 1500:1 contrast ratio
10-bit display panel

Cons

What external reviewers found

External score 30%

Pros

Good response time
Low input lag
Wide viewing angles

Cons

Poor local dimming
Mediocre black uniformity

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External Reviews

rtings^[1]

Reviewer score 30% (normalized by Neofiliac)

Reviewers from rtings have found:

The LG NANO85 is a decent TV for mixed usage. It performs best as a gaming TV or as a PC monitor thanks to its low input lag and good response time. It's not the best choice for watching movies in a dark room since it has a low contrast ratio, poor black uniformity, and a bad local dimming feature.

Pros

Low input lag
Wide viewing angles
Good response time

Cons

Mediocre black uniformity
Poor local dimming

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