LG SM86 NanoCell
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Product Overview
LG SM86 is a mainstream 4K IPS TV in LG's 2019 NanoCell lineup. It is powered by a 10-bit IPS panel and available in 49", 55", and 65" size classes.
Some highlights of the LG SM86 include a high screen-to-body ratio up to 94.18% and very low brightness. Additionally, 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.
Ratings
What we found
Neofiliac score 68%
Pros
- High screen-to-body ratio
- Supports Dolby Vision, HDR10, and HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
- Rich color reproduction
- High 1200:1 contrast ratio
- 10-bit display panel
Cons
- Display panel quite dark
What external reviewers found
External score 41%
Pros
- Excellent reflection handling
- Great response time
- Low input lag
- Wide viewing angles
Cons
- Poor black uniformity
- Low contrast ratio
- Doesn't get very bright
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Specifications
Variants shown:
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External Reviews
rtings[1]
Reviewer score 41% (normalized by Neofiliac)The LG SM8600 is a good choice for gaming, watching TV shows, or sports. It has a low input lag and a quick response time, resulting in minimal motion blur. It's also a great choice to use as a PC monitor since it doesn't have any risk of permanent burn-in. It doesn't get very bright, but it has excellent reflection handling.
Pros
- Low input lag
- Excellent reflection handling
- Wide viewing angles
- Great response time
Cons
- Low contrast ratio
- Poor black uniformity
- Doesn't get very bright
References
- ^ LG SM8600 TV Review. [rtings].
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