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  1. Table of Contents
  2. Top
  3. Main Differences
  4. Design
    1. Style
    2. Accelerated Longevity Test
    3. Stand
    4. Back
    5. Borders
    6. Thickness
    7. Build Quality
  5. Picture Quality
    1. Contrast
    2. Blooming
    3. Lighting Zone Transitions
    4. Contrast And Dark Details In Game Mode
    5. HDR Brightness
    6. HDR Brightness In Game Mode
    7. PQ EOTF Tracking
    8. SDR Brightness
    9. Color Gamut
    10. Color Volume
    11. Local Dimming
    12. Pre Calibration
    13. Post Calibration
    14. Gray Uniformity
    15. Black Uniformity
    16. Viewing Angle
    17. Reflections
    18. Local Dimming In Game Mode
    19. HDR Native Gradient
    20. Low-Quality Content Smoothing
    21. Upscaling: Sharpness Processing
    22. Pixels
    23. 720p Input
    24. 1080p Input
    25. 4k Input
    26. 8k Input
    27. Temporary Image Retention
    28. Permanent Burn-In Risk
  6. Motion
    1. Response Time
    2. Flicker-Free
    3. Black Frame Insertion (BFI)
    4. Motion Interpolation
    5. Stutter
    6. 24p Judder
    7. Variable Refresh Rate
  7. Inputs
    1. Input Lag
    2. Supported Resolutions
    3. PS5 Compatibility
    4. Xbox Series X|S Compatibility
    5. Inputs Specifications
    6. Input Photos
    7. Total Inputs
    8. Audio Passthrough
  8. Sound Quality
    1. Frequency Response
    2. Distortion
  9. Smart Features
    1. Interface
    2. Ad-Free
    3. Apps and Features
    4. Remote
    5. TV Controls
    6. In The Box
    7. Misc
  10. Comments

Samsung TU7000 vs LG UN6970

Side-by-Side Comparison

Products

Samsung TU7000
LG UN6970

Tested using Methodology v1.11

Updated Feb 07, 2025 06:24 PM

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BestBuy.com

Tested using Methodology v1.6

Updated Jan 23, 2024 01:57 PM

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Samsung TU7000 Picture
LG UN6970 Picture

Variants

  • UN43TU7000FXZA (43")
  • UN50TU7000FXZA (50")
  • UN55TU7000FXZA (55")
  • UN58TU7000FXZA (58")
  • UN60TU7000FXZA (60")
  • UN65TU7000FXZA (65")
  • UN70TU7000FXZA (70")
  • UN75TU7000FXZA (75")
  • UN82TU7000FXZA (82")
  • UN85TU7000FXZA (85")
  • 75UN6970PUD (75")

Our Verdict

Samsung TU7000

LG UN6970

The Samsung TU7000 and the LG UN6970 are similar-performing TVs, but they have different panel types. The Samsung has a VA panel with a much better contrast ratio and significantly better black uniformity. It also has better gradient handling and a black frame insertion feature. However, the LG has an IPS panel with a wide viewing angle, gets brighter, has better reflection handling, and has a quicker response time.

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