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  1. Table of Contents
  2. Top
  3. Main Differences
  4. Market Context
    1. Market Context
  5. Design
    1. Style
    2. Stand
    3. Back
    4. Borders
    5. Thickness
    6. Build Quality
  6. Picture Quality
    1. Contrast
    2. Local Dimming
    3. SDR Peak Brightness
    4. HDR Peak Brightness
    5. Gray Uniformity
    6. Viewing Angle
    7. Black Uniformity
    8. Reflections
    9. Pre Calibration
    10. Post Calibration
    11. 480p Input
    12. 720p Input
    13. 1080p Input
    14. 4k Input
    15. 8k Input
    16. Pixels
    17. Color Gamut
    18. Color Volume
    19. Gradient
    20. Temporary Image Retention
    21. Permanent Burn-In Risk
  7. Motion
    1. Response Time
    2. Flicker-Free
    3. Black Frame Insertion (BFI)
    4. Motion Interpolation
    5. Stutter
    6. 24p Judder
    7. Variable Refresh Rate
  8. Inputs
    1. Input Lag
    2. Supported Resolutions
    3. Input Photos
    4. Total Inputs
    5. Inputs Specifications
    6. Audio Passthrough
  9. Sound Quality
    1. Frequency Response
    2. Distortion
  10. Smart Features
    1. Interface
    2. Ad-Free
    3. Apps and Features
    4. Remote
    5. TV Controls
    6. In The Box
    7. Misc
  11. Comments

LG SM8600 vs Sony X850G

Side-by-Side Comparison

Products

LG SM8600
Sony X850G

Tested using Methodology v1.5

Updated May 29, 2023 03:07 PM

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Tested using Methodology v1.5

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LG SM8600 Picture
Sony X850G Picture

Variants

  • 49SM8600PUA (49")
  • 55SM8600PUA (55")
  • 65SM8600PUA (65")
  • 75SM8670PUA (75")
  • XBR-55X850G (55")
  • XBR-65X850G (65")
  • XBR-75X850G (75")
  • XBR-85X850G (85")

Our Verdict

LG SM8600

Sony X850G

The Sony X850G is marginally better than the LG SM8600. The Sony can get much brighter, has better gray uniformity, better viewing angles, and slightly better motion handling. On the other hand, the LG has better contrast, local dimming, and a wider color gamut.

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