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LG 55LE8900
| Caractéristiques | |||
| Screen size | 55 inches | ||
| Resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels | ||
| HD compatibility (1080i/720p) | Yes | ||
| HD Ready certification | Yes | ||
| Brightness | N.C. | ||
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| Contrast ratio | 9000000:1 |
| Viewing angles (H+V) | 178 ° / 178 ° |
| Response time | 2.2 ms |
| Sound level | 2 x 10 Watt RMS |
| Connectivity | VGA • HDMI (x4) • SCART • Component (x2) • Composite (x2) |
| Dimensions (LxHxW) | 1292.6 x 875.4 x 311.9 mm |
| Weight | 43.8 kg |
| Type | LCD |
| 3D | no |
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Pierre-Jean Alzieu
Test date: July 12, 2010
Test date: July 12, 2010
This model is the 47'' version of the 55'' TV that we tested in our labs, the LG 42LE8900.
Everything we said in the original article holds true--the only thing that's different is the size!
The only exception is that some manufacturers fit different sized televisions with panels from different sources. In that case, our comments are only valid for the panel that we originally tested. Contrast, black levels, colour handling and ghosting are all subject to change from one panel to another.
Manufacturers who do fit the same panel in all of the TVs in a range can expect the same results across the whole range. The only factor which could be prone to slight variation is the brightness, producing slightly different contrast. According to our own tests, and assurances from manufacturers, the results of one TV can accurately be applied to others in the range.
Pluses
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Very attractive design is very thin (3.5 cm)
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Great HD picture quality
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Low energy consumption: 91 W while working
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Good media player
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New backlit remote control
Minuses
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Blacks are too bright (0.26 cd/m²) so contrast ratio too low (770:1)
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Glossy screen produces reflections
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TruMotion filter adds a strange B-movie look
Without achieving brilliance, the LE8900 still produces a great picture. Its biggest failing is the the very weak contrast ratio of 770:1 that ensues when you turn off the dynamic backlighting. Its competitors can do much better.
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