Samsung Q7F QN43Q7FAAFXZA 42.5"
LG G5 Series OLED83G5WUA 83"
What Buyers Say
Samsung Q7F QN43Q7FAAFXZA 42.5"
The Samsung 43" QLED TV is generally praised for its vibrant picture quality, easy setup, and great value, especially for bedroom use. However, several users report significant software issues, including a crippled operating system that fails to remember settings, problematic app integration, and a frustrating remote control. A few reviewers also mention sound problems and a premature failure, which tempers the overall positive sentiment.
Pros
- Vibrant picture quality
- Easy setup
- Great value for money
- Good for bedroom use
- Lightweight design
Cons
- Software doesn't remember settings
- Frustrating remote control
- Sound issues reported
- App integration problems
- Premature failure risk
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 Q7F QN43Q7FAAFXZA 42.5" | LG G5 Series OLED83G5WUA 83" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 43" | 83" |
| Resolution | 4K | 4K |
| Panel Type | QLED | OLED★ |
| Backlight | Edge LED | OLED★ |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✗ | ✗ |
| Screen Finish | — | matte |
| Picture Quality | ||
| Contrast Ratio | Quantum HDR | Infinite |
| Color Gamut | 100% Color Volume with Quantum Dot | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Motion Tech | Motion Xcelerator | 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 | HGiG | G-SYNC Compatible (NVIDIA Adaptive Sync), FreeSync (AMD Adaptive |
| ALLM | ✓ | ✓ |
| Game Mode | ✓ | ✓ |
| Smart TV | ||
| Platform | Tizen | webOS |
| Voice Assistant | Amazon Alexa, Bixby | Amazon Alexa |
| Screen Mirroring | SmartThings | Apple AirPlay 2 |
| Works With | Google Home, SmartThings | Amazon Alexa, Google Home, Apple Home |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Config | 2.0 | 4.2 |
| Wattage | 20W★ | — |
| Dolby Atmos | ✓ | ✓ |
| Surround Sound | Surround Sound, Spatial Audio | Dolby Atmos |
| eARC | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 3 | 4★ |
| HDMI Version | 2.1 | 2.1 |
| USB Ports | 1 | 3★ |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 6E★ |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.3★ |
| Ethernet | ✓ | ✓ |
| Optical Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| VESA Mount | 200x200 | 400x400 |
| Power & Size | ||
| Power | 88W★ | 229W |
| Energy Star | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Annual Energy | 171 kWh★ | 421 kWh |
| Weight | 6.80 kg★ | 39.01 kg |
Pros & Cons
Samsung Q7F QN43Q7FAAFXZA 42.5"
- Strong smart (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong social proof (75th percentile)
- Strong audio (73rd percentile)
- Strong connectivity (73rd percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (18th percentile)18th %ile
LG G5 Series OLED83G5WUA 83"
- Strong gaming (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong display (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong social proof (94th percentile)94th %ile
Pricing
Samsung Q7F QN43Q7FAAFXZA 42.5" offers 9.9x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 90 overall, wins 8 of 9 usage categories and 10 of 41 specs.
