LG SM8600 vs Sony XG80 TV comparison 2022/07

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LG SM8600 and Sony XG80 compared – Which TV is better?

Reflections Icon
Reflections
Image quality in bright environments and dealing with reflections
47%
LG SM8600 55"
36%
Sony XG80 55"
Viewing Angle Icon
Viewing Angle
Picture quality when sitting at an angle to the TV - Also relevant when sitting very close in front of a large TV.
63%
LG SM8600 55"
59%
Sony XG80 55"
SDR Image Quality Icon
SDR Image Quality
Picture quality when viewing material in SDR, i.e. anything that is not HDR.
52%
LG SM8600 55"
45%
Sony XG80 55"
HDR Image Quality Icon
HDR Image Quality
Picture quality when viewing material in HDR, so everything from HDR, HDR10, HLG to HDR10+ & Dolby Vision.
36%
LG SM8600 55"
26%
Sony XG80 55"
Movies & Series Icon
Movies & Series
Use of the TV for movies, series & documentaries - be it as stream, BluRay or in the TV program.
64%
LG SM8600 55"
53%
Sony XG80 55"
Gaming Icon
Gaming
Gaming performance of the TV especially for responsive games with focus on PS5 and Xbox Series X
88%
LG SM8600 55"
66%
Sony XG80 55"
Sports Icon
Sports
Suitability for watching soccer, Formula 1, Olympics and more, even with several persons
54%
LG SM8600 55"
49%
Sony XG80 55"
Equipment Icon
Equipment
Smart TV features, connections and general equipment of the TV
73%
LG SM8600 55"
70%
Sony XG80 55"
LG SM8600 55"
Sony XG80 55"
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LG SM8600 2019


Edge LED with Local Dimming
Edge LED with Local Dimming
IPS Panel
IPS Panel
Attention. The LG SM8600 is an older TV for which the database is not up to date. Therefore, the ratings may differ.

Sony XG80 2019


Edge LED
Edge LED
IPS Panel
IPS Panel
Attention. The Sony XG80 is an older TV for which the database is not up to date. Therefore, the ratings may differ.

Detailed comparison: LG SM8600 or Sony XG80

Reflections Icon
Reflections Comparison
LG SM8600 vs Sony XG80
47%
Reflections
Reflections visible
No layer against reflections
Contrast
1180 :1
Max. Brightness
430 Nits
Video technologies
36%
Reflections
Reflections visible
No layer against reflections
Contrast
977 :1
Max. Brightness
440 Nits
Video technologies
Viewing Angle Icon
Viewing Angle Comparison
LG SM8600 vs Sony XG80
63%
Panel type
IPS Panel
IPS Panel
Viewing Angle
wide
IPS Viewing Angle
Reflections
Reflections visible
Reflections visible
59%
Panel type
IPS Panel
IPS Panel
Viewing Angle
wide
IPS Viewing Angle
Reflections
Reflections visible
Reflections visible
SDR image Icon
SDR image Comparison
LG SM8600 vs Sony XG80
52%
Panel type
IPS Panel
IPS Panel
Backlight
Edge LED with Local Dimming
Edge LED with Local Dimming
Local Dimming
Edge Lit Local Dimming
Contrast
1180 :1
DCI-P3
ca. 77%
Energy consumption SDR
- not available -
45%
Panel type
IPS Panel
IPS Panel
Backlight
Edge LED
Edge LED
Local Dimming
Contrast
977 :1
DCI-P3
ca. 67%
Energy consumption SDR
- not available -
HDR image Icon
HDR image Comparison
LG SM8600 vs Sony XG80
36%
Panel type
IPS Panel
IPS Panel
Backlight
Edge LED with Local Dimming
Edge LED with Local Dimming
Local Dimming
Edge Lit Local Dimming
Contrast
1180 :1
Max. Brightness
430 Nits
DCI-P3
ca. 77%
REC 2020
ca. 59%
Energy consumption HDR
- not available -
Video technologies
26%
Panel type
IPS Panel
IPS Panel
Backlight
Edge LED
Edge LED
Local Dimming
Contrast
977 :1
Max. Brightness
440 Nits
DCI-P3
ca. 67%
REC 2020
ca. 54%
Energy consumption HDR
- not available -
Video technologies
Movies & Series Icon
Movies & Series Comparison
LG SM8600 vs Sony XG80
64%
HDR Image Quality
SDR Image Quality
Environment & Reflections
Tuner
Analog (NTSC/PAL/SECAM) DVB-T DVB-T2 DVB-C DVB-S DVB-S2 DVB-T2 HD
Twin Tuner
Audio
2.0 Channels with 20 Watt
Audio formats
HDMI ARC / eARC
/
53%
HDR Image Quality
SDR Image Quality
Environment & Reflections
Tuner
Analog (NTSC/PAL/SECAM) DVB-T DVB-T2 DVB-S DVB-S2 DVB-C
Twin Tuner
Audio
2.1 Channels with 20 Watt
Audio formats
HDMI ARC / eARC
/
Gaming Icon
Gaming performance Comparison
LG SM8600 vs Sony XG80
88%
Frequency
120Hz
Response Time
ca. 4.2ms
HDMI 2.1
Variable Refresh Rate
Input Lag 4K@60Hz +HDR
ca. 13.8ms
Input Lag 4K@120Hz
- not available -
66%
Frequency
60Hz
Response Time
ca. 4.6ms
HDMI 2.1
Variable Refresh Rate
Input Lag 4K@60Hz +HDR
ca. 34.5ms
Input Lag 4K@120Hz
- not available -
Sports Icon
Sports performance Comparison
LG SM8600 vs Sony XG80
54%
Frequency
120Hz
Response Time
ca. 4.2ms
DCI-P3
ca. 77%
49%
Frequency
60Hz
Response Time
ca. 4.6ms
DCI-P3
ca. 67%
Equipment Icon
Equipment Comparison
LG SM8600 vs Sony XG80
73%
Operating System
webOS 4.5
Bluetooth
Twin Tuner
Integrated soundbar
Audio
2.0 Channels with 20 Watt
HDMI ARC / eARC
/
Audio formats
USB recording PVR
HDMI 2.0
4
HDMI 2.1
USB 2.0
3
USB 3.0
Ethernet RJ45
1
3.5mm jack
1
Digital optical
1
Ci+ Slots
Ci+ 1.4
Timeshift
Apple Airplay
Apple Homekit
Assistants
Ambilight
One Connect Box
70%
Operating System
Android 8.0 Oreo
Bluetooth
Twin Tuner
Integrated soundbar
Audio
2.1 Channels with 20 Watt
HDMI ARC / eARC
/
Audio formats
USB recording PVR
HDMI 2.0
2
HDMI 2.1
USB 2.0
2
USB 3.0
1
Ethernet RJ45
1
3.5mm jack
1
Digital optical
1
Ci+ Slots
Timeshift
Apple Airplay
Apple Homekit
Assistants
Ambilight
One Connect Box
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LG SM8600 2019
60%
LG SM8600
  • Low Input Lag
  • Viewing Angle
  • 120Hz IPS-Panel
  • Edge Lit Local Dimming
  • Dolby Vision & Atmos
  • Smart TV Features
  • Contrast Ratio 1200:1
  • Black Levels
Sony XG80 2019
51%
Sony XG80
  • Viewing Angle
  • Android OS
  • Motion Handling
  • Black Levels
  • Contrast Ratio: 970:1
  • Input Lag
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