Samsung QLED E1SAMQN43Q7F 42.5"
LG G5 Series OLED83G5WUA 83"
What Buyers Say
Samsung QLED E1SAMQN43Q7F 42.5"
Most buyers are thrilled with the picture quality, sound, and value of this Samsung TV, calling it a beautiful upgrade for a bedroom or first smart TV. However, one verified reviewer had a strongly negative experience, reporting that the 4K feature causes distracting focus shifts and that the image is as pixelated as an old set. A few users also noted missing parts or difficulties connecting external audio systems.
Pros
- Great picture quality
- Good sound for bedroom
- Easy setup
- Amazing value for price
- Beautiful design
Cons
- 4K causes distracting focus shifts
- Pixelated image like old TV
- Missing parts and literature
- Difficult surround sound connection
- Poor user manual
LG G5 Series OLED83G5WUA 83"
The LG G5 83" OLED TV receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its stunning picture quality, deep blacks, vibrant colors, and excellent brightness even in bright rooms. Users praise its immersive size, sleek design, and effective glare control, with many calling it a significant upgrade over previous OLED models. However, a few reviewers note that the software can be buggy, with issues like a persistent "No Signal" message, and the TV's weight makes wall mounting difficult. The built-in sound is considered average, but overall, the TV is highly recommended for its visual performance.
Pros
- Stunning picture quality
- Deep blacks and vibrant colors
- Excellent brightness in bright rooms
- Immersive 83-inch size
- Sleek and elegant design
Cons
- Buggy software with "No Signal" issue
- Very heavy, difficult to wall mount
- Average built-in sound quality
- No stand included in the box
- Overwhelming software for non-tech users
Scores
Specifications
| Samsung QLED E1SAMQN43Q7F 42.5" | LG G5 Series OLED83G5WUA 83" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 42.5" | 83" |
| Resolution | 4K | 4K |
| Panel Type | QLED | OLED★ |
| Backlight | QLED | OLED★ |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | — | ✗ |
| Picture Quality | ||
| Contrast Ratio | — | Infinite |
| Color Gamut | 100% Color Volume with Quantum Dot | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Motion Tech | — | OLED Motion |
| Processor | Q4 AI Processor | Alpha 11 AI Processor Gen2 |
| HDR | ||
| HDR Formats | HDR10+ | Dolby Vision, HDR 10, Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG) |
| Dolby Vision | ✗ | ✓★ |
| HDR10+ | ✓★ | ✗ |
| HLG | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Gaming | ||
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz★ |
| Response Time | — | 0.10000000149011612 ms★ |
| VRR | — | NVIDIA G-Sync, AMD FreeSync Premium, VRR |
| ALLM | — | ✓★ |
| Game Mode | — | ✓★ |
| Smart TV | ||
| Platform | — | webOS |
| Voice Assistant | — | Alexa |
| Screen Mirroring | — | Apple AirPlay 2 |
| Works With | — | Amazon Alexa, Google Home, Apple Home |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Config | — | 4.2 |
| Dolby Atmos | — | ✓★ |
| Surround Sound | — | Dolby Atmos |
| eARC | — | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | — | 4★ |
| HDMI Version | 2.0 | 2.1★ |
| USB Ports | — | 3★ |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E★ |
| Bluetooth | Yes | 5.3★ |
| Ethernet | — | ✓★ |
| Optical Audio | — | ✓★ |
| VESA Mount | — | 400x400 |
| Power & Size | ||
| Power | — | 229W★ |
| Energy Star | — | ✓★ |
| Annual Energy | — | 421 kWh★ |
| Weight | 7.12 kg★ | 39.01 kg |
Pros & Cons
Samsung QLED E1SAMQN43Q7F 42.5"
- Strong hdr (71st percentile)
- Below average smart (7th percentile)7th %ile
- Below average audio (14th percentile)14th %ile
- Below average gaming (18th percentile)18th %ile
- Below average display (19th percentile)19th %ile
LG G5 Series OLED83G5WUA 83"
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong gaming (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong display (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong social proof (94th percentile)94th %ile
Verdict
Scores 91 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 20 of 39 specs.