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LG UM7300 Review

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Updated Jan 31, 2024 11:59 AM

True Score

87
85
2

Experts

91
2,769

Consumers

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The LG UM7300 is a go-to bargain 4K TV. Its IPS panel provides a wide viewing angle, with barely any quality loss. In terms of input lag and responsiveness, it’s above-average for entry-level 4K TVs. It’s limited to 60Hz and subpar HDR support.

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Product Snapshot

Overview

The LG UM7300 is LG’s entry-level 4K TV released in 2019. Promising to be your choice for movie night, this LCD TV claims a 4K resolution, Active HDR technology to make adjustments to the picture in real time, and LG’s TruMotion 120 to create a smoother experience.

It also boasts over 70 free premium channels through their proprietary service, the LG Channel Plus app, and support for HDR10 and HLG. Take a minute to read our LG UM7300 review and find out what the experts are saying.

And if it doesn’t fit your needs, there are plenty of top-rated TVs to look at.

Consensus

our Verdict

The LG UM7300 Smart TV is a great budget 4K TV, especially if you have people sitting at wide angles. Its IPS panel lets you watch your media from any angle without losing quality.

It also has a good response time and low input lag, making it a great choice for entry-level 4K TVs.

ReasonS to Buy

  • Very low input lag
  • Good response time
  • Accurate colors for most content
  • IPS panel allows for wider viewing angles

Reason to Avoid

  • Doesn’t have local dimming
  • HDR support is subpar
  • Washed out contrast ratio

LG UM7300 Specs

Backlight TypeBacklight TypeDirect Lit, n/a
Display TypeLED
HDMI Inputs3
HDR FormatHDR10, HDR600
LED Panel TypeLED Panel TypeIPS
Max Resolution3840 x 2160 (4k)
Refresh Rate60 Hz
Screen size43", 49", 50", 55", 65"
Smart PlatformSmart PlatformYes
Sync TechnologySync TechnologyNo
VRRVRRNo

All Specs

Test Results

Color Gamut % (DCI P3 xy)77.1
Color Gamut % (DCI P3 uv)82.85
Color Gamut % (Rec 2020 xy)55.39
Color Gamut % (Rec 2020 uv)60.41
Color Gamut % (sRGB)0
Color Gamut % (Rec 709)0
Color Gamut % (BT.2020)0
Color Gamut % (Adobe RGB)0
Color Gamut % (BT.709)0
Contrast Ratio (x:1)1,105
SDR Brightness (nits)304
HDR Brightness (nits)353
Input Lag (ms)11.6
Response Time (ms)12.4
Color Washout (Degrees)26
Color Shift (Degrees)61
Brightness Loss (Degrees)29
Reflections (%)3.2
Low-Freq Extension (Hz)119.87
Freq Response StdDev @ 70db2.95
Freq Response StdDev @ 80db3.4
Weighted Total Harmonic Distortion @80db0.106
Intermodulation Distortion @80db3
EOTF (600 nit delta)0
EOTF (1000 nit delta)0
EOTF (4000 nit delta)0

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    Score Card

    E

    Expert Score

    85

    *.75

    We place a 75% weighted value on Expert Test Scores

    C

    Customer Score

    91

    *.25

    We place a 25% weighted value on Customer Scores

    True Score

    87

    Any product with a True Score above 80 is a Absolutely Fresh

    Expert Scores

    • Rtings
      101.4

      Category Trust Rating

      68
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      By:

      Adam Babcock
    • Lifewire
      41.5

      Category Trust Rating

      94
      The LG 49-inch UM7300 is a great TV for anyone who wants to make use… Read More

      By:

      Unknown

    Customer Scores

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