LG covers a very wide range of tiers with its TVs, from budget Full HD to high-end Mini-LED QNED, all unified by the same webOS software platform — one of the brand’s most consistent strengths regardless of budget. We compared four representative models — LG 32LQ63006LA, LG UHD UA75 43”, LG QNED80 43” and LG QNED86 55” — to help guide your choice.
LG 32LQ63006LA: the entry-level
At €168, the LG 32LQ63006LA offers webOS 22, among the smoothest smart platforms on the market thanks to a card-based interface that favors content recommendations over simple app rows. Compatible with both Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa, it doesn’t lock you into a single voice assistant the way more closed ecosystems do. Full HD (1920×1080) resolution remains adequate for a 32” screen, and support for the new DVB-T2 standard with HEVC Main10 encoding makes it ready for Italy’s final digital terrestrial transition. It’s the most affordable entry point into the LG ecosystem, with the typical trade-offs of this tier: just 2 HDMI ports, both version 1.4, and refresh rate capped at 60Hz.
LG UHD UA75 43”: the budget 4K
The α7 Gen8 processor brings LG’s AI processing even to a mid-tier model, handling upscaling of non-native 4K content more effectively than older chips. Filmmaker Mode, a feature that automatically disables aggressive image processing (motion interpolation, excessive sharpening) when it recognizes cinematic content, ensures viewing closer to the director’s original intent — a feature often entirely missing on lower-tier models. VRR stays limited to 4K@60Hz, so it’s not built for serious gaming with consoles requiring 120Hz, but for mixed streaming and casual gaming use it covers average needs well.
LG QNED80 43”: the first step into QNED
For those with less space who still want QNED technology — LG’s term combining Quantum Dot (for color accuracy) and Mini LED (for contrast control via local-dimming zones) — the LG QNED80 43” offers brighter colors and deeper blacks than a traditional LED in the same tier. The AI pointer remote, typical of the webOS ecosystem, allows navigation closer to a mouse than a classic directional-pad remote, a detail that noticeably simplifies daily use for those unfamiliar with TV interfaces. HDMI ports stay at version 2.0: a limitation if you’re planning to connect a current-gen console at full refresh rate, but irrelevant for streaming and linear TV.
LG QNED86 55”: the most complete
The QNED86 raises the bar noticeably over the other three models in this list with Dimming Pro, a more refined implementation of Mini-LED backlighting with a higher zone count for even more precise contrast control, the α8 Gen2 processor (a step above the UA75’s α7 Gen8 in AI processing), and Dolby Vision support. The real differentiator versus the other three, though, is Gaming VRR with FreeSync 4K@120Hz: the only one in this group seriously built for gaming too, able to dynamically sync refresh rate with the console’s frame rate to eliminate screen tearing. At 55”, per 4K viewing-distance tables, the ideal position is between 1.4 and 2.1 meters from the sofa.
webOS: the thread running through LG’s range
One thing worth highlighting is how consistent webOS stays across the whole range, from the cheapest to the priciest model: the same card-based navigation logic, the same quick access to major streaming apps, the same choice between Google Assistant and Alexa. That’s no small difference compared to manufacturers who reserve their most advanced features (like an AI pointer remote) for high-end models only: on LG, the base user experience stays recognizable regardless of how much you spend.
Conclusion
On the tightest budget, the LG 32LQ63006LA remains the most straightforward choice. Those wanting 4K without overspending should look at the UHD UA75, especially appreciating Filmmaker Mode for cinematic viewing. Those with a smaller screen who still want a more advanced panel should pick the QNED80, while those wanting the best of LG’s range among these four, 120Hz gaming included, should go straight for the QNED86 55”.