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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

Samsung Q60/Q60R QLED vs LG SM8600

Side-by-Side Comparison

Products

Samsung Q60/Q60R QLED
LG SM8600

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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Samsung Q60/Q60R QLED Picture
LG SM8600 Picture

Variants

  • QN43Q60RAFXZA (43")
  • QN49Q60RAFXZA (49")
  • QN55Q60RAFXZA (55")
  • QN65Q60RAFXZA (65")
  • QN75Q60RAFXZA (75")
  • QN82Q60RAFXZA (82")
  • 49SM8600PUA (49")
  • 55SM8600PUA (55")
  • 65SM8600PUA (65")
  • 75SM8670PUA (75")

Our Verdict

Samsung Q60/Q60R QLED

LG SM8600

The Samsung Q60/Q60R QLED and the LG SM8600 use different panel technologies, each with their strengths and weaknesses. The Q60R has better dark room performance, but you have to sit directly in front of it. It's also much brighter, but has worse reflection handling. The LG SM8600 is better-suited for rooms with a wide seating arrangement as the image remains accurate when viewed from the side.

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