The new model LG 43UM7450, released in 2019, takes into account the modern requirements of users. Wide viewing angle, many technologies for the brightest, sharpest picture, powerful 20 W speakers, Smart TV, DLNA. For its price - 36 thousand rubles - such a TV covers all basic viewing needs. I analyzed why customers like it so much and compared it with the main competitorsSamsung UE43NU7400U andSony KDL-43WF665.
This model participates in rating of the best TVs 43 inches and in ranking of the best LG TVs.
Screen
The screen with a diagonal of 43 inches has a resolution of 3840 × 2160 px, is equipped with Direct LED backlighting, an IPS matrix. The picture quality is better than that of the FullHD models, in which LG wins against the competition. There is FRC technology, color depth is 8 bits. The viewing angle of the screen is 178 °. The refresh rate is 60 Hz. It is desirable to watch it at a distance of 181 cm from the screen.
The image format is 4K, which contributes to high detail of objects and the transfer of image realism. When viewed, there is no glare on the screen, regardless of the angle from which you view the content.
The quad-core processor contributes to more dynamic color reproduction, better contrast, even low-quality images approach the 4K format, improving thanks to the built-in technologies of the model. Operating in 4K Active HDR mode, the screen detects color inaccuracies and improves these performance. Multi HDR (HDR10 + HLG) maximizes the quality of any picture when viewed.
Multi HDR technology has a model Samsung UE43NU7400U for 34.5 thousand. And at Sony Sony KDL-43WF665 for 37 thousand, in addition to FullHD and HDR, there is a Motionflow function, which provides smooth dynamic scenes.
The TV has a built-in light sensor, so you don't have to worry about your eyesight during any viewing: the screen brightness automatically adjusts to the local lighting.
Appearance
Elegant shapes, comfortable stand, black shade, combined with any style - all this contributes to the fact that such a model will be appropriate everywhere. It is quite compact - only 97 by 57 cm, thickness - 8.5 cm. VESA mount 200 × 200 is provided, so LG can be conveniently placed on the wall.
Connectors
The connectors are displayed on the rear panel, the list is standard for such TVs. The set contains everything you need:
- two connectors for USB;
- three HDMI 2.0;
- component, composite input;
- connector for a local network;
- for connecting cable TV;
- for satellite TV;
- optical audio output for connecting a home theater;
- slot CI + 1.4.
LG supports Bluetooth 5.0 and Wi-Fi (5GHz). That's all that is needed, except that the built-in memory is not enough. Sony KDL-43WF665for example, Bluetooth does not support, but costs a thousand more.
Sound
Realistic sound thanks to multidimensional sound that comes from all directions - a feature of the sound reproduction of the model. It is provided by two speakers with a total power of 20 watts. Sound can be transmitted via Bluetooth.
The power is enough for high-quality sound transmission, and not all models with this price can boast the same. The more expensive Sony KDL-43WF665 TV has only 10 watts of total speaker power. Keeps level Samsung UE43NU7400U with 20W speakers + special signal processing for creating a surround sound effect.
Functions
The functionality of the model is based on the operating system WebOS 4.5. Smart TV is supported, the device supports the installation of many applications for ease of use.Voice control is possible (LG ThinQ AI technology), while the model has a simple interface - it's easy to figure out the setting.
Supports 24p True Cinema. There is a childproof function, a sleep timer. DLNA allows you to create a common digital network with other devices, exchange multimedia, so that you can transfer any content to the screen from a computer or smartphone.
AT Samsung UE43NU7400U, Sony KDL-43WF665 on the basis of Linux there is no such possibility, as well as voice control - here the advantages are obvious.
Advantages and disadvantages
Benefits:
- large screen diagonal;
- Direct LED backlight;
- IPS matrix;
- 4K Active HDR;
- light sensor;
- supports Bluetooth and Wi-Fi;
- voice control LG ThinQ AI;
- sleep timer;
- can be controlled from a smartphone.
Disadvantages:
- high price;
- lack of built-in memory;
- no headphone output;
- not very convenient placement of USB connectors;
- not the thinnest model.
LG 43UM7450 was released in 2019 and already pleases many buyers. This is understandable: LG's picture has become even better, several technologies have been added for easy viewing, the sound remains at its best + voice control with DLNA cannot but rejoice.
Verdict
But still, users would like to see the built-in memory, because the price of the TV is rather big. But there are still more advantages. The same Samsung UE43NU7400U falls short due to the lack of voice control, some additional functions, although the picture and sound quality remains at the same level. And Sony Sony KDL-43WF665 still significantly inferior in sound at a higher price. My verdict: among similar types of TVs, LG 43UM7450 is a pretty good option.