| Model No |
50QNED81TSA |
50QNED80ARA |
| 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 |
60 Hz |
120 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, PNG, BMP, WebP, JPS, MPO |
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| USB Version |
: 2.0 |
| Supported Audio Formats |
: AC4, AC3, EAC3, HE-AAC, AAC, MP2, MP3, PCM, WMA, apt-X |
| Supported Video Formats |
: MKV, DivX, MP4, AVI, ASF, MOV, FLV |
| Supported Picture Formats |
: JPEG, JPS, MPO |
|
| Video |
| Backlight |
: 4K UHD Edge QNED |
| HLG |
: Yes |
| HDR10 |
: Yes |
| Filmmaker Mode™ |
: Yes |
| AI Brightness Control |
: Yes |
| Dynamic Tone Mapping |
: Yes |
| AI Upscaling |
: 4K Upscaling |
| Wide Colour Gamut |
: QNED Colour |
| Dimming Technology |
: Local Dimming |
| Picture Processor |
: α5 AI Processor 4K Gen7 |
| Picture Mode |
: 9 Modes ( Vivid, Standard, Eco, Cinema, Sports, Game, Filmmaker, ISF Bright Room, ISF Dark Room ) |
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| BackLight |
: 4K Ultra HD QNED |
| HDR10 |
: Yes |
| HLG |
: Yes |
| Next Picks |
: Yes |
| Filmmaker Mode |
: Yes |
| Dynamic Tone Mapping |
: Yes |
| Display Type |
: 4K QNED |
| Motion |
: Motion Pro |
| Intense Color ( Wide Color Gamut ) |
: QNED Color |
| Dimming Technology |
: Dimming Pro |
| AI Picture |
: AI Picture Pro |
| Picture Processor |
: α7 AI Processor Gen6 |
| Upscaling |
: AI Super Upscaling 4K |
|
| Audio |
| Audio Output ( RMS ) |
: 20 W |
| LG Sound Sync |
: Yes |
| AI Acoustic Tuning |
: Yes |
| Sound Mode Share |
: Yes |
| Simultaneous Audio Output |
: Yes |
| Speaker Direction |
: Down Firing |
| Speaker System |
: 2.0 Channel |
| Bluetooth Surround Ready |
: Yes ( 2 Way Playback ) |
| Clear Voice Pro |
: Yes ( Auto Volume Leveling ) |
| AI Sound |
: AI Sound Pro ( Virtual 9.1.2 Up-Mix ) |
| Audio Codec |
: AC4, AC3 ( Dolby Digital ), EAC3, HE-AAC, AAC, MP2, MP3, PCM, WMA, apt-X ( Refer To Manual ) |
|
| Audio Output ( RMS ) |
: 20 W |
| DTS Decoder |
: Yes |
| Clear Voice Pro |
: Yes |
| LG Sound Sync |
: Yes |
| TV Sound Mode Share |
: Yes |
| Speaker Direction |
: Down Firing |
| Speaker System |
: 2.0 Channel |
| Bluetooth Surround Ready |
: Yes ( 2 Way Playback ) |
| WiSA Ready |
: Yes ( Up To 2.1 Channel ) |
| AI Sound Pro / AI Sound |
: AI Sound Pro ( Virtual 5.1.2 Up-Mix ) |
| Audio Codec |
: AC4, AC3 ( Dolby Digital ), EAC3, HE-AAC, AAC, MP2, MP3, PCM, WMA, apt-X ( Refer To Manual ) |
|
| Connectivity Options |
| HDMI ( 2.1 ) |
: 3ea ( Supports eARC, ALLM ) |
| USB ( 2.0 ) |
: 2ea |
| Ethernet / LAN |
: 1ea |
| RF Input ( Antenna / Cable ) |
: 2ea |
| Optical Digital Audio Out ( SPDIF ) |
: 1ea |
| Wi-Fi 5 |
: Yes |
| Bluetooth 5.1 |
: Yes |
| Simplink ( HDMI CEC ) |
: Yes |
| HDMI Audio Return Channel |
: eARC ( HDMI 2 ) |
|
| HDMI |
: 4ea ( Supports 4K 120Hz, eARC, VRR, ALLM, QMS As Specified in HDMI 2.1 ( 2 Port )) |
| USB ( 2.0 ) |
: 2ea |
| SPDIF Out |
: 1ea |
| Ethernet / LAN |
: 1ea |
| RF Connection Input ( Antenna / Cable ) |
: 1ea |
| RS-232C Input ( Mini Jack ) |
: Yes |
| IP Control |
: Yes |
| Bluetooth® 5.0 |
: Yes |
| HDMI-CEC ( Simplink ) |
: Yes |
| NEXTGEN TV ( ATSC 3.0 ) |
: Yes |
| Smart Phone Connectivity |
: Yes ( LG ThinQ ) |
| HDMI Audio Return Channel |
: eARC ( HDMI 3 ) |
| TV Tuner |
: ATSC 3.0, Clear QAM |
| Wi-Fi® Standard |
: Wi-Fi Certified ( Wi-Fi 5 ) |
|
| Smart TV Features |
| Operating System |
: WebOS 24 Smart TV |
| ThinQ |
: Yes |
| LG Channels |
: Yes |
| Family Settings |
: Yes |
| Full Web Browser |
: Yes |
| USB Camera Compatible |
: Yes |
| Works With Apple Airplay2 |
: Yes |
| Intelligent Voice Recognition |
: Yes |
| Magic Remote Control Built-In |
: Yes |
| Room To Room Share |
: Yes ( Receiver ) |
| Smartphone Remote App |
: Yes ( LG ThinQ ) |
|
| Operating System |
: webOS 23 |
| Matter |
: Yes |
| Multi View |
: Yes |
| Home Hub |
: Yes |
| Sports Alert |
: Yes |
| LG Channels |
: Yes |
| AI Concierge |
: Yes |
| Game Service |
: Yes |
| Home Office |
: Yes |
| LG ThinQ® AI |
: Yes |
| Music Service |
: Yes |
| Full Web Browser |
: Yes |
| Who. Where. What? |
: Yes |
| USB Camera Compatible |
: Yes |
| Intelligent Voice Recognition |
: Yes |
| LG Content Store ( App Store ) |
: Yes |
| Magic Remote Control Built-In |
: Yes |
| Amazon Alexa Compatible Built-In |
: Yes |
| Room To Room Share |
: Yes ( Receiver ) |
| Works With |
: Apple Airplay2, Apple Homekit, Amazon Alexa, Hey Google |
| Content Partners |
: Netflix, HBO Max, Prime Video, Disney+, Apple TV, Hulu, Paramount+, Peacock, Youtube TV, Spotify, iHeartRadio And More |
|
| Other Features |
| Design |
: Sleek Slim Design |
| Gray Scale |
: Yes |
| Invert Colors |
: Yes |
| High Contrast |
: Yes |
| Warranty Period |
: 1 Year Parts & Labor |
|
| HGiG |
: Yes |
| FreeSync™ |
: Yes |
| Variable Refresh Rate ( VRR ) |
: Yes |
| Auto Low Latency Mode ( ALLM ) |
: Yes |
| Country of Origin |
: Mexico |
| Limited Warranty |
: 1 Year Parts & Labor |
| Game Optimizer |
: Yes ( Game Dashboard ) |
| Cloud Gaming |
: NVIDIA Geforce Now, Utomik |
|
| General Details |
| Power Supply |
: AC 100~240V 50-60Hz |
| Power Consumption Standby |
: Under 0.5 W |
| Energy Star Rating |
: 5.0 |
| Weight Without Stand |
: 13.0 Kg |
| Weight With Stand |
: 16.8 Kg |
| Packaging Weight |
: 20.1 Kg |
| VESA Mounting |
: 200 mm X 200 mm |
|
| Power Supply |
: AC 120 V, 50 / 60Hz |
| Power Consumption |
: 68 W |
| Annual Power Consumption ( kWh ) |
: 127 kWh/Y |
| Power Consumption Standby |
: Under 0.5 W |
| TV Weight Without Stand |
: 12.88 Kg |
| TV Weight With Stand |
: 13.29 Kg |
| Packaging Weight |
: 16.69 Kg |
| VESA Mounting |
: 200 mm X 200 mm |
|
| Supplied Accessories |
| Remote Control |
: Magic Remote Control MR24 |
| Power Cable |
: Yes ( Detachable ) |
| Remote Control Batteries |
: AA X 2EA |
|
| Remote Control |
: Magic Remote With NFC |
| AA X 2EA Batteries |
: Yes |
| E-Manual |
: Yes |
| Quick Start Guide |
: Yes |
| Power Cable |
: Yes ( Detachable ) |
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Key Differences
Both TVs come in similar screen sizes, making them suitable for comparable viewing setups and room environments. Both TVs come with smart platforms that support popular streaming apps and voice control features. In general, both TVs cater to modern entertainment needs, including streaming, gaming, and everyday viewing. LG 50QNED80ARA and LG 50QNED81TSA are well-equipped smart TVs that aim to provide a balance of picture quality, performance, and smart capabilities. LG 50QNED80ARA and LG 50QNED81TSA offer different motion rates (120 Hz vs 60 Hz), which can impact smoothness during fast-moving scenes like sports and gaming. Both models support 4K 3840 x 2160 resolution, ensuring sharp picture quality with detailed visuals for movies, shows, and gaming. Both TVs offer adequate brightness levels suitable for most indoor lighting conditions. Both TVs provide standard built-in audio performance suitable for regular usage, though external speakers can enhance the experience. Verdict: Choosing between LG 50QNED80ARA and LG 50QNED81TSA depends on your usage, whether you prioritize display quality, smoother motion, or smart features.
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