Best For
Best for Gaming
TCL 50C6KS-UK
Better Picture Quality
TCL 50C6KS-UK
Better HDR Experience
TCL 50C6KS-UK
Smart TV Experience
LG 50NANO816PA
The LG 50NANO816PA and TCL 50C6KS-UK are both 50-inch 4K smart TVs, but they target different buyers. LG focuses on color accuracy, wide viewing angles, and its NanoCell display technology, making it a strong choice for everyday entertainment and family viewing. TCL, on the other hand, brings newer display technologies including QLED Mini LED, higher brightness, Dolby Vision support, and gaming-focused features. While both TVs support Dolby Atmos and offer smart TV functionality, TCL delivers a more premium picture experience and stronger overall hardware, whereas LG benefits from its mature webOS ecosystem and IPS panel advantages.
Verdict
For most buyers, the TCL 50C6KS-UK is the better overall TV thanks to its QLED Mini LED panel, Dolby Vision support, 60Hz refresh rate, HDMI 2.1 connectivity, stronger audio output, and gaming features. It offers noticeably better contrast, brightness, and HDR performance. The LG 50NANO816PA remains a good choice for users who prioritize wide viewing angles, webOS, and NanoCell color reproduction, but TCL provides more value and future-ready features for the price.
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| Model No |
50NANO816PA |
50C6KS-UK |
| TV Type |
Smart TV |
Smart TV |
| Screen Size |
50 Inch (126 cm) |
50 Inch (126 cm) |
| Resolution |
4K 3840 x 2160 |
4K 3840 x 2160 |
| Aspect Ratio |
16:9 |
16:9 |
| Motion Rate |
50 Hz |
60 Hz |
| Viewing Angle |
178°/178° |
178°/178° |
| USB |
| USB Version |
: 2.0 |
| Supported Audio Formats |
: MP3, AC4, AC3, EAC3, AAC, MP2, PCM, WMA |
| Supported Video Formats |
: MKV, DivX, MP4, AVI, ASF, MOV, FLV |
| Supported Picture Formats |
: JPEG, JPS, MPO |
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| USB Version |
: 3.0, 2.0 |
| Supported Audio Formats |
: PCM, MPEG1/2/4, AAC, & WMA |
| Supported Video Formats |
: MP4, MKV, AVI, MOV & H.264, H.265 ( HEVC ), VP9 |
| Supported Picture Formats |
: HEIF, JPG, PNG, BMP |
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| Video |
| Backlight |
: 4K Nano Cell Direct LED |
| IPS Panel |
: Yes |
| Nano Cell Display |
: Yes |
| Filmmaker Mode ™ |
: Yes |
| Biliion Rich Colors |
: Yes |
| AI Brightness Control |
: Yes |
| BLU Type |
: Direct |
| Wide Color Gamut |
: Nano Color |
| Upscaler |
: 4K Upscaler |
| HDR |
: Active HDR |
| Display Type |
: 4K NanoCell |
| AI Upscaling |
: 4K Upscaling |
| Video Decoder A1 |
: 4K@60P, 10Bit |
| Video Decoder VP9 |
: 4K@60P, 10Bit |
| Image Enhancing |
: Face Enhancing |
| Video Decoder HEVC |
: 4K@120p, 10Bit |
| Dimming Algorithm |
: LG Local Contrast |
| HLG |
: Yes / Yes / Yes / Yes ( 4K / 2K ) |
| HDR10 Pro |
: Yes / Yes / Yes / Yes ( 4K / 2K ) |
| Dynamic Tone Mapping |
: HDR Dynamic Tone Mapping |
| Picture Engine |
: Quad Core Processor 4K ( LM21A ) |
| Picture Mode |
: Yes 9 Modes ( Vivid, Standard, Eco, Cinema, Sports, Game, Filmmaker, ( ISF ) Expert ( Bright Room ), ( ISF ) Expert ( Dark Room )) |
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| Backlight |
: 4K UHD QLED Mini LED |
| HLG |
: Yes |
| MEMC |
: Yes |
| AI HDR |
: Yes |
| HDR10 |
: Yes |
| HDR 10+ |
: Yes |
| AI Scene |
: Yes |
| AI Clarity |
: Yes |
| AI Colour |
: Yes |
| AI Motion |
: Yes |
| Micro-OD |
: Yes |
| AI Contrast |
: Yes |
| Dolby Vision |
: Yes |
| Enhanced Stability |
: Yes |
| Transient Response |
: Yes |
| Bidirectional 23 Bit |
: Yes |
| HVA Panel Technology |
: Yes |
| Condensed Micro Lens |
: Yes |
| 3x Contrast Enhancement |
: Yes |
| Colourful Quantum Crystal |
: Yes |
| Powerful Light-emitting Chip |
: Yes |
| Conventioal Quantum Crystal |
: Yes |
| Dynamic Lighting Bionic Algorithm |
: Yes |
| Bionic Colour Optimization Technology |
: Yes |
| Response Time |
: 8.5 ms |
| Picture Performance Index |
: 3600 PPI |
| Ultra-wide Colour Gamut |
: 93% DCI-P3 |
| Picture Engine |
: AiPQ Engine |
| Refresh Rate |
: 50 / 60Hz+FRC |
| Brightness |
: HDR High Brightness |
| Precise Dimming Zones |
: Precise Dimming Series Up To 312 Zones |
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| Audio |
| Audio Output ( RMS ) |
: 20 W ( 10 W Per Channel ) |
| AI Sound |
: Yes |
| Sound Alive |
: Yes |
| Dolby Atmos |
: Yes |
| Sound Share |
: Yes |
| Clear Voice III |
: Yes |
| LG Sound Sync |
: Yes |
| Sound Mode Sync |
: Yes |
| AI Acoustic Tuning |
: Yes |
| Bluetooth Surround Ready |
: Yes |
| Speaker System |
: 2.0 Channel |
| Speaker Direction |
: Down Firing |
| Surround Mode => 21Y Spec Out |
: Ultra Surround |
| WiSA Speakers |
: Yes ( WiSA 2.1Channel ) |
| Simultaneous Audio Output |
: Yes ( Optical Output Or HP Support Model ) |
| Audio Codec |
: AC4, AC3 ( Dolby Digital ), EAC3, HE-AAC, AAC, MP2, MP3, PCM, WMA, apt-X ( Refer To Manual ) |
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| Sound Output Power ( RMS ) |
: 2 X 15 W |
| Dolby Atmos |
: Yes |
| ONKYO Subwoofer |
: Yes |
| DTS Premuim Sound |
: DTS-HD |
| Sound Channel |
: ONKYO 2.0 Hi-Fi Sound System |
| Sound Processing |
: Dolby AC4 - Dolby True HD - DTS Virtual:X |
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| Connectivity Options |
| HDMI 2.0 |
: 3 ( 1 Rear , 2 Side ) |
| USB 2.0 |
: 2 ( 1 Rear , 1 Side ) |
| Bluetooth 5.0 |
: Yes |
| Simplink ( HDMI CEC ) |
: Yes |
| Ethernet / LAN |
: Yes Rear |
| Optical Digital Audio Out ( SPDIF ) |
: Yes Rear |
| Wi-Fi |
: 802.11ac |
| Audio Return Channel ( eARC / ARC ) |
: eARC HDMI 2 |
| RF IN |
: 2 ( Rear, RF / Sat ) |
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| HDMI ( 2.1 ) |
: 3 |
| USB ( 3.0 + 2.0 ) |
: 2 ( USB3.0 X 1, USB2.0 X 1 ) |
| WiFi 5 |
: Yes |
| CI Slot |
: Yes |
| Miracast |
: Yes |
| HDMI ARC |
: Yes |
| Ethernet / LAN |
: Yes |
| Bluetooth SBC 5.2 |
: Yes |
| Digital Audio Output |
: Optical |
| HDMI2. 1 ( ARC & eARC ) |
: HDMI3 eARC |
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| Smart TV Features |
| Operating System |
: WebOS Smart TV |
| CPU |
: Quad Core |
| DIAL |
: Yes |
| AI UX |
: Yes |
| ThinQ |
: Yes |
| AI Home |
: Yes |
| LG Store |
: Yes |
| Airplay2 |
: Yes |
| Art Gallery |
: Yes |
| ThinQ App |
: Yes |
| Hotel Mode |
: Yes |
| Sports Alert |
: Yes |
| Wi-Fi TV On |
: Yes |
| 360° VR Play |
: Yes |
| Quick Access |
: Yes |
| Screen Share |
: Yes |
| Web Browser |
: Yes |
| Intelligent Edit |
: Yes |
| Apple Homekit |
: Yes |
| Speech To Text |
: Yes |
| LG Voice Search |
: Yes |
| Music Discovery |
: Yes |
| Universal Control |
: Yes |
| Home Dashboard |
: Yes |
| TV On With Mobile |
: Yes |
| Mobile Connectivity |
: Yes |
| Network File Browser |
: Yes |
| Next Picks ( AI Channel ) |
: Yes |
| Magic Explorer ( AI Link ) |
: Yes |
| Related Content Search |
: Yes |
| AI Recommendation / AI |
: Yes |
| Bluetooth Low Energy On |
: Yes |
| Intelligent Voice Recognition |
: Yes |
| Music Player -> Media Player |
: Yes |
| Block Access To Harmful Site |
: Yes |
| Magic Remote Control |
: Built-In |
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| Operating System |
: Google TV |
| RAM |
: 2 GB |
| ROM |
: 16 GB |
| Netflix |
: Yes |
| Spotify |
: Yes |
| YouTube |
: Yes |
| AppleTV+ |
: Yes |
| Video Chat |
: Yes |
| Hey Google |
: Yes |
| Prime Video |
: Yes |
| Voice Control |
: Yes |
| Works With Alexa |
: Yes |
| Google Play Store |
: Yes |
| Works With Amazon Alexa |
: Yes |
| Hands Free Voice Control |
: Via Remote Control |
| Screen Mirroring |
: Chromecast & Google T-Cast |
| Supporting Apps |
: All 4, Amazon Prime Video, BBC iPlayer, Disney+, Google TV, HBO, ITV Hub, ITV X, My5, NOW TV, Netflix, Twitch.......... |
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| Other Features |
| Design |
: Nano Cell Design |
| Time Shift |
: Yes |
| HGIG Mode |
: MR |
| Analog DVR |
: Yes |
| EPG ( 8 days ) |
: Yes |
| Teletext Page |
: Yes |
| Subtitle [ DVB ] |
: Yes |
| Digital Recording |
: Yes |
| Audio Description |
: Yes |
| Analog TV Reception |
: Yes |
| Time Machine ( DVR ) |
: Yes |
| Slim Bracket Compatible |
: Yes |
| Teletext ( Top / Flof / List ) |
: Yes |
| Instant Game Response ( VRR / ALLM ) |
: Yes |
| Digital TV Reception ( Terrestrial, Cable, Satellite ) |
: Yes |
| Cable |
: DVB-C |
| Satellite |
: DVB-S2 |
| Terrestrial |
: DVB-T2 |
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| Design |
: Ultra Slim Design |
| Main Color |
: Brushed Titanium Front |
| Sleep Timer |
: Yes |
| Parental Lock |
: Yes |
| USB Playback |
: Yes |
| PVR Function |
: Yes |
| Quick Settings |
: Yes |
| Auto Power Off |
: Yes |
| Manufacturer Warranty |
: 2 Year |
| TV Tuner |
: DVB-C, DVB-S2, DVB-T2 |
| EPG |
: Yes ( For DTV Programme Only ) |
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| General Details |
| Power Supply ( Voltage, Hz ) |
: AC 100~240V 50-60Hz |
| Standby Power Consumption |
: Under 0.5 W |
| Energy Standard |
: Yes |
| Energy Saving Mode |
: Yes |
| Illuminance Green Sensor |
: Yes |
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| Power Supply |
: AC 100 - 240V, 50 Hz, 60 Hz |
| On Mode Power Demand In HDR |
: 139 W |
| On Mode Power Demand In SDR |
: 54 W |
| Power Consumption Standby |
: 0.5 W |
| Energy Efficiency ClassFor HDR |
: G |
| Energy Efficiency Class For SDR |
: E |
| Weight Without Stand |
: 9.30 Kg |
| Weight With Stand |
: 9.60 Kg |
| Weight With Packaging |
: 12.80 Kg |
| VESA Wall Mount Compatible |
: 300 mm X 300 mm |
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| Supplied Accessories |
| Remote Control |
: MR21 |
| Batteries |
: AAA X 2EA |
| Power Cable |
: Yes ( TV Attached ) |
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| Remote Control |
: Yes |
| TV Stand |
: Yes |
| Power Cord |
: Yes |
| 2N Batteries |
: Yes |
| User Manual |
: Yes |
| Quick Start Guide |
: Yes |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which product is better for gaming?
The TCL 50C6KS-UK is better for gaming thanks to HDMI 2.1 support, Game Master mode, ALLM, Game Bar, and a higher 60Hz refresh rate.
Does the LG 50NANO816PA support Dolby Atmos?
Yes, the LG 50NANO816PA includes Dolby Atmos support along with AI Sound and Ultra Surround processing.
Which TV offers better picture quality?
The TCL 50C6KS-UK delivers superior picture quality with its QLED Mini LED panel, Dolby Vision support, higher brightness, and advanced local dimming technology.
Which smart TV platform is better?
This depends on preference. LG's webOS is known for its smooth interface, while TCL's Google TV provides broader app support, Google Assistant integration, and Chromecast features.
Which TV has better sound performance?
The TCL 50C6KS-UK has an advantage with its 30W ONKYO audio system, DTS-HD support, and Dolby Atmos, offering a fuller sound experience than LG's 20W speaker setup.
Is the LG NanoCell TV still worth buying?
Yes, the LG 50NANO816PA is still a solid option for viewers who prefer wide viewing angles, LG's webOS platform, and reliable everyday 4K streaming performance.
Top Differences- Refresh Rate: 50 Hz Vs 60 Hz
- Display Technology: 4K Nano Cell Direct LED Vs 4K UHD QLED Mini LED
- Picture Processor: Quad Core Processor 4K ( LM21A ) Vs AiPQ Engine
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