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Updated January 10, 2024·
The LG UR9000 is a good choice if you are looking for a TV that is more affordable. It performs decently in bright rooms and has very good quality control. However, it's not the best option for watching movies or for use in dark rooms. The viewing angle is wide, which is a plus if you often watch TV from different positions around the room. On the other hand, the TCL R646 costs more but offers much better overall picture quality, which makes it excellent for movies and quite good for gaming and sports. Its performance in bright rooms is superior, and it has better contrast and color capabilities. It's a great all-around TV, but keep in mind that the viewing angle is more limited, which may not be ideal if you have a wide seating arrangement. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the LG UR9000 (LCD)
- Very good motion processing
- Good viewing angle
Advantages of the TCL R646 (LCD)
- Very good for bright room
- Good for dark room
- Very good for gaming
- Good for movies & TV
- Good for news, talk, & other TV
- Very good for cartoons & animation
- Good for use as monitor
- Very good reflections
Key differences
Picture Quality
5.4
7.9
3.31/10
CONTRAST
8.43/10
6.0/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.6/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
miniLED FALD
IPS
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The TCL R646 (LCD) has good picture quality, while the LG UR9000 (LCD) has poor picture quality.
Movies & TV
5.1
7.8
3.31/10
CONTRAST
8.43/10
5.3/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
6.8/10
5.7/10
UPSCALING
5.9/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
No
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The TCL R646 (LCD) is good for movies & TV, while the LG UR9000 (LCD) is poor.
The LG UR9000 tends to perform poorly for movies and cinematic TV because of its lower contrast, less effective local dimming, and worse black uniformity, which are crucial for deep dark scenes typical in movies. In comparison, the TCL R646 offers better performance with a higher contrast ratio, more effective local dimming, and better black uniformity, providing a more immersive viewing experience for movies and cinematic content.
Gaming
5.7
8.2
6.0/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
8.0/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.6/10
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
5.3/10
15.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
70.0/100
6.3/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.7/10
The TCL R646 (LCD) is very good for gaming, while the LG UR9000 (LCD) is poor.
The LG UR9000 is less suited for gaming than the TCL R646 because it has a higher response time and input lag, which can lead to noticeable delays and motion blur during fast-paced games. On the other hand, the TCL R646 has better performance in these areas, offering smoother and more responsive gameplay.
Cartoons & Animation
5.8
8.4
5.8/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.6/10
6.0/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.6/10
6.6/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.1/10
8.5/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
7.2/10
7.7/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
8.0/10
The TCL R646 (LCD) is very good for cartoons & animation, while the LG UR9000 (LCD) is poor.
The LG UR9000 struggles with cartoons & animation because its colors out of the box are poor, making initial viewing less vibrant without adjustment, and it has a limited color gamut which affects its ability to display a wide range of colors. In contrast, the TCL R646 performs very well in this regard due to its good color accuracy out of the box and a good color gamut, ensuring a more immediate and broad spectrum of colors essential for animated content.
News, Talk, & Other TV
5.5
7.5
6.6/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.1/10
5.7/10
UPSCALING
5.9/10
The TCL R646 (LCD) is good for news, talk, & other TV, while the LG UR9000 (LCD) is poor.
The LG UR9000 has a poor upscaling of lower resolution content and doesn't perform as well with colors right out of the box compared to the TCL R646, which makes the R646 preferable for watching news and other TV programs where these factors are crucial.
Bright Room
5.8
8.9
7.4/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.3/10
6.6/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.1/10
6.2/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.3/10
6.6/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
8.1/10
The TCL R646 (LCD) is very good for bright room, while the LG UR9000 (LCD) is poor.
Cost
$597
$800
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The LG UR9000 (LCD) has a price of $597 and the TCL R646 (LCD) costs $800.
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Key similarities
Sports
6.8
6.6
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
5.3/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.6/10
5.7/10
UPSCALING
5.9/10
6.6/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.1/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The LG UR9000 (LCD) and TCL R646 (LCD) are both only fair for sports.
The LG UR9000 has fair viewing angles and motion processing but scores lower in response time, making it less ideal for fast-moving sports sequences, whereas the TCL R646, despite its very good reflections handling and response time, which are beneficial for sports, has a narrower viewing angle that could limit the experience from off-center positions. Both TVs are ranked as fair for sports viewing, the LG potentially offering a more consistent quality across different seating positions, and the TCL providing better motion clarity but with optimal viewing more restricted to directly in front of the screen.
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How the LG UR9000 (LCD) and the TCL R646 (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
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| LG UR9000 (LCD) | TCL R646 (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$597 | $800 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | LG | TCL | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 4, 2023 | August 2, 2021 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | 65UR9000 | 65R646 | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 65" | 65" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | WebOS | Android TV | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 5.4/10 | 10/10 | |
NextGen Ready | |||
NextGen Ready | No | No | |
HDMI Ports | |||
HDMI Ports | 3 | 4 | |
Coax Ports | |||
Coax Ports | 1 | 1 | |
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Picture Quality Score | |||
Picture Quality Score | 5.5/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 5.9/10 | 9/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.8/10 | 8.2/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 5.1/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.8/10 | 6.6/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 33.1" x 57.3" x 1.2" | 33.3" x 56.9" x 3.6" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 35.6" x 57.3" | 35.7" x 56.9" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 52 lbs | 63.5 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 300 x 300 | 300 x 300 | |
DISPLAY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Color Depth | |||
Color Depth | 10 bit | 10 bit | |
Black Frame Insertion | |||
Black Frame Insertion | No | Yes | |
Auto Low Latency Mode | |||
Auto Low Latency Mode | Yes | Yes | |
Contrast | |||
Contrast | 3.3/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 3.3/10 | 6.5/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.0 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 20 W | 30 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Bypass only | Yes | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | Yes, Bypass only | |
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About LG
LG, a prominent TV brand from Korea, has played a significant role in popularizing OLED TVs. OLED technology is hailed as the future of TV technology. Their TVs employ WebOS, a proprietary smart TV software that not only offers seamless functionality but also includes gaming-specific features, earning praise from players worldwide. Often regarded as the gateway to unparalleled viewing experiences, LG's mid-range OLEDs come highly recommended, making them a worthwhile investment for those willing to stretch their budget for superior quality.
About TCL
TCL, the highly recognizable TV brand from China, has firmly established itself as the second-largest manufacturer in terms of sales volume. Renowned for striking an impressive balance between affordability, picture quality, and design, TCL TVs deliver a compelling overall package. While they have traditionally excelled in the low-end and midrange TV segments, TCL has recently made remarkable strides in the realm of high-end televisions, introducing impressive models that rival top competitors. Most TCL TVs use Roku software which is very user friendly and easy to use, but they have a few other models that use Google TV which has the largest app selection, but is not as user friendly as Roku.
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