LG UF7600  TV Review

Review updated Mar 01, 2017 at 06:31am
Tested using Methodology v1.0 
LG UF7600
6.6
Mixed Usage 
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5.9
Movies 
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7.0
TV Shows 
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7.0
Sports 
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7.0
Video Games 
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5.8
HDR Movies 
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4.5
HDR Gaming 
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6.7
PC Monitor 
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The LG UF7600 4k LED TV has great smart TV features, but the picture quality both in a dark and a bright room isn't very good. It has the worst contrast ratio that we have measured so far, and it reflects a lot of light.

Our Verdict

6.6
Mixed Usage 

Overall, the LG UF7600 is not a very good choice for a 4k TV, even considering the price. In a dark room, the blacks are gray, and the screen isn't uniform. In a bright room, it reflects a lot of light. The color accuracy at an angle is great though, as are the smart features.

Pros
  • Great color accuracy at an angle.
  • Great smart features.
Cons
  • A lot of reflection.
  • Poor contrast ratio.
5.8
HDR Movies 
4.5
HDR Gaming 
  • 6.6
    Mixed Usage
  • 5.9
    Movies
  • 7.0
    TV Shows
  • 7.0
    Sports
  • 7.0
    Video Games
  • 5.8
    HDR Movies
  • 4.5
    HDR Gaming
  • 6.7
    PC Monitor
  • Changelog

    1.  Updated Mar 01, 2017: Review published.
    2.  Updated Jun 23, 2015: Our testers have started testing this product.
    3.  Updated Apr 24, 2015: We've purchased the product and are waiting for it to arrive in our lab.

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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.

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    Design
    6.0
    Style
    CurvedNo
    Stand

    The stand is separated into two feet placed at the opposite ends of the TV, so you will need a wide table. Our 49" spawned 43" by 9", which is exactly as wide as the TV itself.

    Back

    The LG UF7600 is an average looking TV. The back of the TV has a glossy finish.

    Borders
    Borders0.59" (1.5 cm)
    Thickness
    Max Thickness1.57" (4.0 cm)
    Picture Quality
    5.3
    Contrast
    Native Contrast
    675 : 1

    The contrast ratio is incredibly low. The blacks look gray in most lighting situations.

    1.5
    Local Dimming
    Local Dimming
    Yes
    Backlight
    Direct

    The LG UF7600 is equipped with local dimming, but it is very slow to catch up to the picture, and the zones are really big.

    5.8
    SDR Peak Brightness
    SDR Peak 2% Window
    242 cd/m²
    SDR Peak 50% Window
    242 cd/m²
    6.1
    Gray Uniformity
    50% Std. Dev.
    5.191%
    50% DSE
    0.229%

    The gray uniformity is even worse. The edges are darker, and there are a few colored vertical bands that are a few inches wide.

    6.8
    Viewing Angle
    LCD Type
    IPS
    Color Shift
    28°
    Brightness
    42°
    Black Level
    75°

    Picture quality-wise, the LG UF7600's main positive is the color accuracy at an angle. You will have the same picture quality when you view it from the side as you get in the front.

    Update 01/06/2017: We have changed the methodology of testing. Since this is an old TV which we don't have anymore, we extrapolated the results from 2016 TVs.

    5.6
    Black Uniformity
    Native Std. Dev.
    2.842%

    The black uniformity is sub-par. The two lower corners are brighter than the rest of the screen.

    9.1
    Pre Calibration
    White Balance dE
    1.77
    Color dE
    1.6143
    Gamma
    2.14
    9.8
    Post Calibration
    White Balance dE
    0.21
    Color dE
    0.7029
    Gamma
    2.19
    8.0
    480p Input

    Upscaling of DVDs and 480p content looks good on this TV.

    8.0
    720p Input

    Upscaling of cable TV and 720p content looks also good on this set.

    8.5
    1080p Input

    1080p signals look a bit softer than on some other 4k TVs. You can see it in our motion blur pictures too.

    10
    4k Input

    4k content looks good without any issues.

    6.6
    Color Gamut
    Wide Color Gamut
    No
    DCI P3 xy
    73.24%
    DCI P3 uv
    81.12%
    Rec 2020 xy
    52.25%
    Rec 2020 uv
    59.42%
    6.5
    Reflections
    Reflection
    1.9%
    Screen Finish
    Semi-gloss

    Not only does it reflect a lot of light, very bright light sources also have rainbow glare around them.
    For maximum luminosity, this TV is a bit below average. Not the best choice for a bright room.

    0.0
    3D
    3D
    No
    3D Type
    No
    Pixels
    TypeLED
    Motion
    8.4
    Motion Blur
    Refresh Rate60 Hz
    Response Time
    13.5 ms
    Overshoot
    2.9 ms

    The response time of the pixels is constant across all transitions; motion blur won't appear worse in certain games compared to other ones. There is a little bit of overshoot, but it isn't very noticeable.

    2.8
    Image Flicker
    PWM Dimming Frequency
    120 Hz
    BFI
    No
    BFI Frequency
    120 Hz
    BFI In Game Mode
    No
    0.0
    24p Playback
    Judder-free 24p
    No
    Judder-free 24p via 60p
    No
    Judder-free 24p via 60i
    No

    This is a 60 Hz TV with motion interpolation. Unfortunately, there is a slight judder in movies when you don't want to turn on the soap opera effect.

    5.0
    Motion Interpolation
    Motion Interpolation (30 fps)
    Yes
    Motion Interpolation (60 fps)
    No
    Inputs
    6.0
    Input Lag
    1080p @ 60Hz
    55.5 ms
    1080p With Interpolation
    131.7 ms
    1080p @ 60Hz Outside Game Mode
    65.1 ms
    1080p @ 60Hz @ 4:4:4
    55.5 ms
    4k @ 60Hz + HDR
    N/A
    4k @ 60Hz @ 4:4:4 + 8 bit HDR
    N/A

    The input lag is a bit high. We had to change the icon of the input to PC to lower it to 55.5 ms.

    8.0
    Supported Resolutions
    Resolution4k
    1080p @ 60Hz @ 4:4:4
    Yes
    1080p @ 120Hz
    No
    4k @ 30Hz @ 4:4:4
    Yes
    4k @ 60Hz
    Yes
    4k @ 60Hz @ 4:4:4
    Yes

    To enable chroma 4:4:4, change the icon of the input to PC. For 4k @ 60Hz @ 4:4:4, turn on UHD Color.

    Side Inputs
    Rear Inputs
    Total Inputs
    HDMI3
    USB3
    Digital Optical Audio Out1
    Analog Audio Out 3.5mm1
    Analog Audio Out RCA0
    Component In1 (shared)
    Composite In1 (shared)
    Tuner (Cable/Ant)1
    Ethernet1
    DisplayPort0
    IR In0
    SD/SDHC0
    Inputs Specifications
    HDR10
    No
    5.1 Passthrough ARC Dolby Digital
    Yes
    Dolby Vision
    No
    5.1 Passthrough ARC DTS
    Yes
    5.1 Passthrough Optical Dolby Digital
    Yes
    5.1 Passthrough Optical DTS
    Yes
    HDMI 2.0 Full BandwidthYes
    ARCYes (HDMI 2)
    USB 3Yes (1)
    HDCP 2.2Yes
    CECYes
    MHLNo
    Variable Analog Audio OutYes
    Sound Quality
    5.8
    Frequency Response
    Std. Dev. @ 70
    5.74 dB SPL
    Std. Dev. @ 80
    6.36 dB SPL
    Std. Dev. @ Max
    7.15 dB SPL
    Max
    83.5 dB SPL
    Low-end Cutoff
    89 Hz

    The bass extension is decent for a TV, but the loudness and frequency response are poor. There will be noticeable pumping artifacts present when pushed.

    6.9
    Total Harmonic Distortion
    Distortion @ 70
    0.02
    Distortion @ 80
    0.029
    Distortion @ Max
    0.029

    Not a lot of distortion produced by this TV, but it doesn't get loud either.

    Smart Features
    Apps

    LG's WebOS is a great platform that is easy to navigate and to use. You can read our full review of LG's smart features here.

    9.0
    Interface
    Smart OSWebOS
    0.0
    Ads
    Ad-free
    No
    Opt-out
    No
    Remote
    RemoteSmart

    You can control the mouse cursor using the remote, which facilitates using the built-in web browser.

    Misc
    Power Consumption57 W
    Power Consumption (Max)100 W
    Firmware03.03.06