LG QNED 43QNED82AUA 43"
The Alpha 7 AI Processor Gen8 drives 4K upscaling and Dynamic Tone Mapping, while 100% color volume and HDR10 Pro deliver vivid, accurate colors on the 43-inch edge-lit LED panel. Filmmaker Mode preserves director intent, and webOS offers over 300 free LG Channels plus up to 5 years of software updates, with FreeSync and VRR reducing tearing for gamers. This TV suits casual streamers and console gamers who want a compact 4K display with smart features and reliable performance, though its 60Hz panel and edge lighting limit outdoor viewing and high-refresh gaming.
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Snapshot
The 30-Second Version
A colorful, smart 43-inch TV that's great for casual viewing, but the edge-lit panel holds it back from greatness. Buy it for the smart features, not the picture quality.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Excellent smart TV platform with webOS and 5 years of updates 83rd
- Vibrant colors thanks to 100% color volume and QNED tech 76th
- Good upscaling from the Alpha 7 AI Processor Gen8 74th
- Solid audio with virtual 5.1 and Dolby Atmos
Cons
- Edge-lit LED means mediocre contrast and blacks
- 60Hz panel and HDMI 2.0 limit gaming potential
- HDR performance is average at best
- Picture quality overall is below average for the category
What owners think
The Word on the Street
The proof
Performance
The Alpha 7 AI Processor Gen8 does some heavy lifting here. 4K upscaling is genuinely good, and Dynamic Tone Mapping helps HDR10 Pro content look better than it has any right to on an edge-lit panel. The 60Hz refresh rate and HDMI 2.0 ports are fine for most people, but gamers looking for 120Hz or HDMI 2.1 features should look elsewhere. Audio is a pleasant surprise for a budget TV, with virtual 5.1 surround and Dolby Atmos support that actually sounds decent.
Specifications
Full Specifications
Display
| Size | 43.1" |
| Resolution | 4K |
| Panel Type | LED |
| Backlight | Edge LED |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Curved | No |
Picture Quality
| Color Gamut | 100% color volume |
| Processor | Alpha 7 AI Processor Gen8 |
HDR
| HDR Formats | HDR10 Pro |
| Dolby Vision | No |
| HDR10+ | No |
| HLG | Yes |
Gaming
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz |
| VRR | FreeSync, VRR |
| ALLM | Yes |
| Game Mode | Yes |
Smart TV
| Platform | webOS |
| Voice Assistant | Amazon Alexa |
| Screen Mirroring | Apple AirPlay 2, Google Cast |
Audio
| Speaker Config | 2 |
| Dolby Atmos | Yes |
| Surround Sound | virtual 5.1 surround sound |
| eARC | Yes |
Connectivity
| HDMI Ports | 3 |
| HDMI Version | 2 |
| USB Ports | 1 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Bluetooth | 5 |
| Ethernet | Yes |
| Optical Audio | Yes |
| VESA Mount | 200x200 |
Power & Size
| Energy Star | Yes |
| Annual Energy | 152 |
| Weight | 9.4 kg / 20.7 lbs |
vs Competition
The Hisense U8 Series and TCL QM6K Series are both significantly better TVs for picture quality, with mini-LED backlighting and higher refresh rates, but they're also larger and pricier. The Sony BRAVIA 5 K55XR50 is a step up in processing and motion handling. If you're set on a 43-inch size, the LG is a reasonable choice, but if you can go bigger, the TCL QM6K is the better value for picture quality.
| Spec | LG QNED 43QNED82AUA 43" | Samsung QN990F | Sony BRAVIA 9 K85XR90 | TCL QM8K Series 75QM8K | Hisense U8 Series 65U8QG | Roku Pro Series 55R8C5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen Size | 43.099998474121094 | 75 | 85 | 75 | 65 | 55 |
| Resolution | 3840x2160 | 7680x4320 | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
| Panel Type | LED | Mini-LED | Mini-LED | Mini-LED | Mini-LED | QLED |
| Refresh Rate | 60 | 120 | 120 | 144 | 165 | 120 |
| Hdr | HDR10 Pro | HDR10, HDR10+, HLG | HDR10, HLG, Dolby Vision | Dolby Vision, HDR 10, HDR 10+, Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG) | Dolby Vision, HDR 10+, HDR 10, Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG) | Dolby Vision, HDR 10+, Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG) |
| Smart Platform | webOS | Tizen | Google TV | Google TV | Google TV | Roku TV |
| Dolby Vision | false | false | true | true | true | true |
| Dolby Atmos | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Hdmi Version | 2.0 | 2.1 | 2.1 | 2.1 | 2.1 | 2.1 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | HDR | Audio | Smart | Gaming | Display | Connectivity | Social Proof | Picture Quality |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LG QNED 43QNED82AUA 43" | 49 | 74.2 | 83.4 | 48.5 | 60.8 | 56.7 | 75.7 | 36 |
| Samsung QN990F Compare | 82.9 | 99.8 | 93.2 | 88.3 | 99.5 | 99.9 | 99.6 | 84.1 |
| Sony BRAVIA 9 K85XR90 Compare | 86.8 | 97.3 | 91.5 | 77.9 | 94.6 | 92.9 | 87.4 | 78.4 |
| TCL QM8K Series 75QM8K Compare | 90.5 | 92.8 | 98.9 | 93.3 | 88.7 | 92.9 | 87.4 | 99.3 |
| Hisense U8 Series 65U8QG Compare | 90.5 | 97.6 | 95.7 | 96.3 | 83.3 | 86.1 | 75.7 | 99.4 |
| Roku Pro Series 55R8C5 Compare | 75.1 | 85.7 | 85.5 | 88.3 | 75.7 | 92.9 | 93.7 | 36 |
Price
Value & Pricing
At around $370 USD, this is a decent deal for a 43-inch smart TV with this feature set. You're getting a great smart platform, good upscaling, and solid audio. But if picture quality is your top priority, you can do better for similar money. It's a fair price, not a steal.
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Overview
The LG QNED 43QNED82AUA is a solid 43-inch 4K TV that punches above its weight in smart features and color, but it's not going to blow you away with picture quality. The headline here is the Alpha 7 AI Processor Gen8 and 100% color volume, which make for a vibrant, punchy image that's great for streaming and casual viewing. But it's an edge-lit LED panel, so don't expect deep blacks or high-end HDR performance.
Common Questions
Q: Is this TV good for gaming?
It's okay for casual gaming. You get FreeSync, VRR, and ALLM, but it's capped at 60Hz and HDMI 2.0. If you have a PS5 or Xbox Series X and want 120Hz, this isn't the TV for you.
Q: How is the picture quality in a dark room?
Not great. The edge-lit panel means blacks look more like dark gray, and you'll see some blooming around bright objects. It's much better in a well-lit room.
Q: Does it support Dolby Vision?
No, it only supports HDR10 Pro. If you want Dolby Vision, you'll need to look at a different model or brand.
Who Should Skip This
If you're a serious movie watcher or gamer who wants deep blacks, high refresh rates, or HDMI 2.1, this isn't it. Go get a TCL QM6K or Hisense U8 instead. If you're just looking for a bright, colorful TV for a bedroom or kitchen, this LG is a fine pick.
Verdict
The LG QNED 43QNED82AUA is a good bedroom or secondary TV. It's smart, colorful, and easy to live with. But if this is going to be your main living room TV for movie nights, you'll notice the edge-lit panel's limitations. For the price, it's a solid buy, just know what you're getting.
