Our Verdict
Like most LG TVs, this LG 32LN530B has grayish blacks if you have the lights off. In a bright room, though, this TV is good, especially considering the price. Do not worry about its lower 720p resolution if you are sitting at a normal viewing distance.
- Wide viewing angle. There is no discoloration no matter where you sit.
- Its resolution is only 720p. That won't be an issue if you sit at a normal distance.
- Low contrast ratio. This could be an issue if you have a dimmed or dark room.
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We buy and test dozens of TVs yearly, taking an objective, data-driven approach to deliver results you can trust. Our testing process is complex, with hundreds of individual tests that take over a week to complete. Most of our tests are done with specially designed test patterns that mimic real content, but we also use the same sources you have at home to ensure our results match the real-world experience. We use two main tools for our testing: a Colorimetry Research CR-100 colorimeter and a CR-250 spectroradiometer.
Test Results
When watching a dark scene, the 32LN530B's blacks appear gray.
While the screen's reflections will cause trouble in a room full of windows, they are manageable under controlled lightning.
The screen's reflections are less of a bother when watching brighter videos.
The 32LN530B has a good viewing angle. There is no discoloration when looking at it from the sides, but some contrast loss (50% contrast @ 31°).
With fast-moving objects, there is a slightly visible blur (a little bit more than the average LED). Fortunately, it does support 24p playback for movies.
