LG UR8000 55" (UHD) vs LG UT70 50"
The Verdict
Both budget 4K TVs deliver solid value, but they target different priorities. LG UR8000 offers a larger 55-inch IPS LCD screen with superior brightness consistency at 300 nits, ideal for brightly lit rooms, while the 50-inch UT70 compensates with newer webOS 24 software and the α5 AI Processor 4K Gen 7 for enhanced picture processing. UT70 includes ALLM for smoother gaming (14ms input lag vs 15ms) and adds Google Assistant support. Both share identical 20W audio, 3 HDMI ports, and HDR10/HLG support. At $329, UT70 provides better software and processor performance; at $399, UR8000's extra screen real estate and IPS panel viewing angles justify the premium for living room setups. For gaming-focused buyers seeking latest features and processing power, choose UT70. For maximum screen size and traditional viewing comfort, UR8000 edges ahead.
Who Should Buy
Buy the LG UR8000 55" (UHD) if…
- →Affordable 55-inch 4K at $399 for budget-conscious buyers
- →webOS 23 smart TV platform with all major streaming apps
- →IPS panel offers wide viewing angles for family rooms
Buy the LG UT70 50" if…
- →webOS 24 smart TV platform at budget pricing — best-in-class software for the price
- →AI-assisted upscaling from the α5 processor improves SD/HD content
- →Magic Remote with point-and-click navigation included
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
LG UR8000 55" (UHD)
Pros
- Affordable 55-inch 4K at $399 for budget-conscious buyers
- webOS 23 smart TV platform with all major streaming apps
- IPS panel offers wide viewing angles for family rooms
- LG ThinQ AI and Alexa voice control built in
- Lightweight at 27.1 lbs — straightforward wall mount installation
Cons
- IPS LCD has poor contrast — blacks appear grey in dark rooms
- 300 nits brightness is very dim — HDR is essentially non-functional
- 60Hz with no VRR — not suitable for gaming
- 20W audio is tinny — external speakers needed
- No Dolby Vision, Dolby Atmos, or HDMI 2.1
LG UT70 50"
Pros
- webOS 24 smart TV platform at budget pricing — best-in-class software for the price
- AI-assisted upscaling from the α5 processor improves SD/HD content
- Magic Remote with point-and-click navigation included
- Lightweight and easy to mount at 21 lbs
- Supports Alexa, Google Assistant, and Apple AirPlay 2
Cons
- 60Hz panel — no 120Hz or VRR for gaming
- Low brightness limits HDR impact
- No Dolby Vision — only basic HDR10
- Narrow viewing angles typical of budget VA panels
Full Specifications
| Spec | LG UR8000 55" (UHD) | LG UT70 50" |
|---|---|---|
| Body | ||
| VESA mount | 300 x 300mm | 200 x 200mm |
| Weight | 27.1 lbs | 21.2 lbs |
| Dimensions | 48.7 x 28.3 x 3.4 inches | — |
| Dimensions (w/ stand) | 48.7 x 30.4 x 8.4 inches | 44.1 x 28.2 x 8.3 inches |
| Audio | ||
| Output (watts) | 20 | 20 |
| Speakers | 2.0ch | 2.0ch |
| Dolby Atmos | ||
| Gaming | ||
| VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) | ||
| ALLM | ||
| Input lag (ms) | 15 | 14 |
| Display | ||
| HDR | HDR10, HLG | HDR10, HLG |
| Size | 55" | 50" |
| Type | IPS LCD | LED |
| Resolution | 3840 x 2160 (4K) | 3840 x 2160 (4K UHD) |
| Refresh rate | 60Hz | 60Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 300 | 300 |
| Smart TV | ||
| Os | webOS 23 | webOS 24 |
| Voice assistant | LG ThinQ AI, Alexa | ThinQ AI, Alexa, Google Assistant |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Ethernet | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.0 |
| USB ports | 1 | 1 |
| HDMI ports | 3 | 3 |
| Processor | ||
| Chipset | — | α5 AI Processor 4K Gen 7 |
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