LG UP80xxx (2021) Series Reviews & Tests

The LG UP8000 is an entry-level budget 4k TV. It replaces 2020's LG UN7300 and UN8500, and like its predecessors, it also uses an ADS panel, which performs much ...

Low input lag. Excellent smart interface. Supports Auto Low Latency Mode. Good viewing angles. Upscales low resolution content without any artifacts. Chroma 4:4:4 is displayed properly. Removes judder from all sources. Good response time.

No local dimming. Can't overcome intense glare. No variable refresh rate support. Struggles with direct reflections. Low HDR brightness. Can't display a wide color gamut. Sub-par contrast.

The LG UP8000 is an okay TV overall. It's best suited for a wide seating arrangement in a moderately-lit room because it has wide viewing angles but low contrast. It's decent for watching sports due to its good response time, but there's some motion...