LG SM901 4K NanoCell TV (2019)

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Product Overview

LG SM901 is a high-end 4K IPS TV in LG's 2019 NanoCell lineup available in select markets. It is powered by a 10-bit IPS panel and available in 55" and 65" size classes.
A highlight of the LG SM901 is a high screen-to-body ratio up to 94.48%. 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 Dolby Vision, HDR10, and HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma). It covers 90% of DCI-P3 color space, which is excellent news for those who appreciate color accuracy. It performs well in terms of contrast.

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Neofiliac score 83% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
  • High screen-to-body ratio
  • Full-Array LED local dimming
  • Supports Dolby Vision, HDR10, and HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
  • Rich color reproduction
  • High 1400:1 contrast ratio
  • 10-bit display panel
Cons

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    Specifications

    5565

    Connectivity

    Ports4x HDMI 2.1 (eARC; CEC), 1x Satellite In (Main; F-type female), 1x Optical Audio Out, 1x CI+ 1.4, 1x Antenna (RF) (female), 1x AV Composite In 3.5 mm jack, 3x USB 2.0, 1x Ethernet RJ45
    Wireless ConnectivityWiFi 5 + Bluetooth 5.0 + WiFi Direct + DLNA

    Construction

    CameraNo
    ColorsBlack
    Drivers | Subwoofer2 x 10
    Speakers2x 10W
    VESA Mount300 x 300 mm

    Dimensions

    Bezels94.24% screen-to-body ratio94.48% screen-to-body ratio
    Size | Depth2.46 in / 62.5 mm w/o stand, 10.36 in / 263.1 mm w/ stand2.46 in / 62.5 mm w/o stand, 12.74 in / 323.7 mm w/ stand
    Size | Height27.91 in / 709 mm w/o stand, 30.75 in / 781 mm w/ stand32.87 in / 835 mm w/o stand, 35.67 in / 906 mm w/ stand
    Size | Width48.5 in / 1232 mm57.28 in / 1455 mm
    Weight17.6 kg / 39 lbs w/o stand , 19.1 kg / 42 lbs w/ stand26.4 kg / 58 lbs w/o stand , 28.1 kg / 62 lbs w/ stand

    Display

    Aspect Ratio16:9
    Brightness400 nits / 900 nits (peak)500 nits / 1300 nits (peak)
    Contrast Ratio1400:1 (static)1000:1 (static)
    Display BacklightDirect LED (Full-Array Local Dimming)
    Display Color Depth10 bits, 1073741824 colors
    Display Diagonal55" (54.65 in / 1388 mm)65" (64.53 in / 1639 mm)
    Display TypeIPS
    Gamut82% DCI-P390% DCI-P3, 65% Rec.2020
    Input Lag17 ms
    Pixel Density81 ppi68 ppi
    Pixel Pitch0.315 mm0.372 mm
    Refresh Rate120 Hz
    Resolution4K (3840x2160)
    Response Time5 ms (min) / 12 ms (avg)
    Viewing Angle178° H / 178° V

    Function

    HDRDolby Vision, HDR10, HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
    LicensesENERGY STAR, RoHS, UL/cUL
    Operating Humidity10 % ~ 80 %
    Operating SystemwebOS 4.5
    Operating Temperature0 °C ~ 40 °C , 32 °F ~ 104 °F
    Processor4 cores
    TunerAnalog (NTSC/PAL/SECAM), DVB-T, DVB-T2, DVB-C, DVB-S2, DVB-S
    VideoTrue Color Accuracy, 4K Upscaler, Object Depth Enhancer, Nano Cell Display, ULTRA Luminance Pro, PVR, Advanced Color Enhancer, Image Processor - α7 Gen 2 Intelligent Processor, Clear Voice III, Google Assistant, Nano Cell Color Pro, LG ThinQ AI, SIMPLI...

    Performance

    Energy EfficiencyA+
    Memory | Capacity3 GB
    Power Consumption85 W (average) / 10 W (eco) / 0.5 W (sleep)123 W (average) / 0.5 W (sleep)

    Production

    Accessory3.5 mm composite adapter, Magic remote control - AN-MR19
    Debut2019
    Model Name55SM9010PLA65SM9010PLA

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