LG SM99 8K NanoCell TV (2019)
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Product Overview
LG SM99 is a high-end 8K IPS TV in LG's 2019 NanoCell lineup. It is powered by a 10-bit IPS panel and available in 75" size classes.
Some highlights of the LG SM99 include a high screen-to-body ratio up to 94.56% and high brightness. Additionally, it supports full-array LED local-dimming. With mini-LEDs, full-array LED dimming helps the panel achieve higher contrast and dynamic range. It supports HDR formats including Cinema HDR, Dolby Vision, HDR 10 Pro, HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma), Advanced HDR by Technicolor, and HDR Dynamic Tone Mapping. It performs well in terms of contrast.
Ratings
What we found**
Neofiliac score 85% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
- High screen-to-body ratio
- 8K UHD resolution
- Full-Array LED local dimming
- Supports Cinema HDR, Dolby Vision, HDR 10 Pro, HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma), Advanced HDR by Technicolor, and HDR Dynamic Tone Mapping
- High 1400:1 contrast ratio
- 10-bit display panel
Cons
What external reviewers found***
External score 65% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
- Excellent contrast performance for an LCD
- Excellent upconversion for an 8K TV
- Outstanding motion handling
- Great color gamut
- Impressive 8K picture quality
- Decent peak brightness
Cons
- Low contrast ratio
- No native 8K content
- No HDR10 support
- Mediocre black uniformity
- No localised backlighting
Price Comparison
Specifications
Connectivity
Ports
3x HDMI 2.1, 1x HDMI 2.1 (eARC), 1x Satellite In (Main; F-type female), 1x 3.5 mm Audio Out, 1x Optical Audio Out, 1x Satellite In (Sub; F-type female), 3x USB 2.0, 1x Antenna (RF), 1x Ethernet RJ45, 1x CI+ 1.4
Wireless Connectivity
WiFi 5 + Bluetooth 5.0 + WiFi Direct + DLNA
Construction
Camera
No
Colors
Black
Drivers | Subwoofer
1 x 20
Speakers
2x 10W
VESA Mount
600 x 400 mm
Dimensions
Bezels
Size | Depth
Size | Height
Size | Width
Weight
Display
Aspect Ratio
16:9
Brightness
1000 nits (peak)
Contrast Ratio
1400:1 (static)
Display Backlight
Direct LED (Full-Array Local Dimming)
Display Color Depth
10 bits, 1073741824 colors
Display Diagonal
Display Type
IPS
Gamut
88% DCI-P3
Pixel Density
Pixel Pitch
0.215 mm
Refresh Rate
100 Hz
Resolution
8K UHD (7680x4320)
Viewing Angle
178° H / 178° V
Function
HDR
Cinema HDR, Dolby Vision, HDR 10 Pro, HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma), Advanced HDR by Technicolor, HDR Dynamic Tone Mapping
Operating Humidity
0 % ~ 80 %
Operating System
webOS 4.5
Operating Temperature
0 °C ~ 40 °C , 32 °F ~ 104 °F
Processor
4 cores
Tuner
Analog (NTSC/PAL/SECAM), DVB-T, DVB-T2, DVB-C, DVB-S2, DVB-S
Video
Voice command, Nano Cell Color Pro, True Color Accuracy, SIMPLINK (HDMI CEC), AI Brightness, Motion Pro, LG Voice Search, Nano Cell Display, Multi-view, Auto Calibration, Hexa Step NR, Cinema HDR, Google Assistant, LG ThinQ AI, Image Processor - α9 Gen...
Performance
Energy Efficiency
B
Power Consumption
Production
Accessory
Magic remote control - AN-MR19
Debut
2019
Model Name
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3rd-Party Review Videos
External Reviews
pcmag[1]
Reviewer score 86%The LG 75SM9970 is an impressive LCD TV and one of the first 8K models you can buy. It has very strong contrast performance for an LCD, wide colors, and a strong upconversion system. It doesn't have the panache of the LG Signature Series OLED88Z9, which boasts some of the most impressive color range and accuracy.
Find the original article here.
Pros
- Excellent contrast performance for an LCD
- Excellent upconversion for an 8K TV
Cons
- No native 8K content
- No HDR10 support
rtings[2]
Reviewer score 52%The LG 75SM9970PUA is a good TV for most uses. Its large size and decent viewing angles are great for medium-sized rooms. It has low input lag for those who want to game on a giant screen, but there are some uniformity issues that can be distracting. It delivers a good picture quality, even for lower resolution content.
Find the original article here.
Pros
- Large size and decent viewing angles
- Outstanding motion handling
- Decent peak brightness
- Great color gamut
Cons
- Mediocre black uniformity
- Low contrast ratio
- No variable refresh rate
techradar[3]
Reviewer score 57%Nano Cell is just the re-branded name for LG's Super UHD TV series. Its 75-inch screen looks much more ‘straightforward’ than that of the stunningly slim OLED model. It also boasts HDMI 2.1 input support so that it can handle 8K signals up to 60Hz.
Find the original article here.
Pros
- Impressive 8K picture quality
- Nano Crystal technology
Cons
- No localised backlighting
- No HDR10 support
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References
- ^ LG 75SM9970PUA Review. [pcmag]. https://www.pcmag.com/reviews/lg-75sm9970pua. 2019-09-21. Retrieved 2022-01-15.
- ^ LG SM9970 8k TV Review. [rtings]. https://www.rtings.com/tv/reviews/lg/sm9970-8k. 2020-02-03. Retrieved 2022-01-15.
- ^ Hands on: LG Nano Cell 8K LED TV (75SM99) review. [techradar]. https://www.techradar.com/reviews/lg-nano-cell-8k-led-tv-75sm99. 2019-01-10. Retrieved 2022-01-15.
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