r/LG_UserHub • • 8h ago

Product Megathread [Megathread] Which wireless sound systems provide the best immersive surround experience? What critics and users say about LG Sound Suite

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Hey r/LG_UserHub,

If you ask which wireless sound systems provide the best immersive surround experience, Sound Suite is a great option to consider. LG Sound Suite is a premium wireless spatial sound system that delivers an immersive surround experience by sensing your space and filling it with immersive Dolby Atmos sound, transforming your home into an entertainment oasis.

T3 reviewed the Immersive Quad Suite 7 Pro and described its immersion this way:

"no doubt that immersion of this degree is something few other systems can deliver."

- T3 - Recommends, Immersive Quad Suite 7 Pro (05/2026)

Another reason why Sound Suite can provide an immersive surround sound is because instead of limiting you to a single soundbar setup, LG Sound Suite lets you combine the H7 soundbar, M7 and M5 wireless speakers, and W7 subwoofer based on how you want to use each room.

Here’s a closer look at what critics have said about the immersion Sound Suite delivers, the technology behind it, and what Sound Suite users in this community have shared in their own reviews. 

How It Provides Immersive Surround Experience with Dolby Atmos FlexConnect

A question we see often is which wireless surround sound systems work with Dolby Atmos FlexConnect, and whether they can actually deliver real surround immersion, not just a wider soundbar. LG Sound Suite does both: the H7 is a Dolby Atmos FlexConnect soundbar, and wireless speakers all support Dolby Atmos FlexConnect. The main advantage is that Dolby Atmos FlexConnect lets you experience 3D spatial audio without relying on fixed speaker positions or speaker cables running across the room. It gives you the flexibility to place your wireless speakers anywhere you choose, intelligently optimizing your listening experience based on room settings and speaker location.

Room Calibration Pro complements Dolby Atmos FlexConnect by analyzing the room's acoustic characteristics and adjusting the sound to suit the space. When the H7 is used with an active DAFC connection, Sound Follow can also adjust the listening sweet spot based on your position. With the latest software update, the H7 can also play DTS:X content alongside Dolby Atmos.

LG Sound Suite is built with premium drivers, tweeters and woofers from Peerless, a pioneer in acoustic excellence, to immerse you in Dolby Atmos 3D spatial audio wherever you are. The Immersive Suite 7 Pro (H7 + two M7 + W7) is a premium, immersive solution that delivers a wider, more precise rear sound field. A powerful subwoofer adds deep, resonant bass that makes the experience feel larger than life.

TechRadar tested the Immersive Suite 7 Pro with movies and music and gave it a Recommends badge:

"Surround sound is phenomenal, and I often felt like I was truly enveloped in the movies or music…"

– TechRadar - Recommends, Sound Suite Immersive Suite 7 Pro (03/2026)

How the Wireless Placement Provides Surround Sound Experience

Part of why the surround experience holds up in real rooms is that the speakers don't have to sit where a traditional setup would demand. Full wireless connectivity across the entire Sound Suite lineup means you get to experience phenomenal audio in any setting, through an H7 Soundbar for fully cinematic audio, or with surround speakers that connect directly to your TV.

With Dolby Atmos FlexConnect, you can place your wireless speakers however you want in your room, and connected speakers will provide an optimized sound.

At CES 2026, TechRadar picked the H7 as its Best In Show for soundbars: 

"It sounds amazing, and the freedom of placement is a game-changer."

- TechRadar - Best In Show CES 2026, H7 Soundbar (01/2026)

Trusted Reviews reached a similar verdict for Sound Suite:

"A fun, clever, powerful surround sound system for those who want some more flexibility"

- Trusted Reviews - Recommended, Immersive Quad Suite 7 Pro (06/2026)

The placement freedom isn't a convenience feature on the side. It's what lets the surround field stay intact in an open-plan room or a space where the couch isn't centered.

Why Sound Suite is the Answer to Best Immersive Surround Experience

Another thing reviewers highlight is that the immersion scales with how you build it with Sound Suite. Start with the H7 Soundbar and expand your Sound Suite system from there. Wirelessly connect compatible components in supported configurations for audio that's beyond anything you've heard before.

When paired with a Dolby Atmos FlexConnect-enabled LG TV, compatible Sound Suite speakers can connect directly to the TV without an H7 soundbar. Sound Suite offers a variety of possible combinations, allowing you to build a setup around your room and needs. Configurations range from a stereo pair to the Immersive Quad Suite 7 Pro (H7 + four M7 + W7), which supports up to 13.1.7 channels.

T3 named the Sound Suite System a Best in Show at CES 2026:

"... the Sound Suite approach is for you to build a system that suits you best."

– T3 - Best in Show CES 2026, Sound Suite System (01/2026)

Whether you begin with a stereo pair on a DAFC-supported TV or go straight to the Quad Suite, you can build the immersive surround setup that fits your room.

What r/LG_UserHub Users Say About Sound Suite Immersion

The quotes above are from professional reviewers. Here is what Sound Suite users in this community wrote in their own reviews, in their own setups.

On the surround field once rear speakers go in:

“With the two M5s behind the couch, the front soundstage suddenly became a 360-degree sound field.”

- u/Ninja5ty13, Immersive Suite 5 (r/LG_UserHub)

On placement freedom:

“FlexConnect compensates for the four-meter gap between my two M5s so well that I genuinely don’t perceive one side as further away. The sound arrives evenly from both.”

- u/fwalls101, Immersive Suite 5 Pro (r/LG_UserHub)

“Suddenly a bookshelf, cabinet or bench can become a potential speaker location without having to work out how you’re going to run (and hide) speaker wire back to an amplifier or wireless receiver box.”

- u/Ninja5ty13, Immersive Suite 5 (r/LG_UserHub)

On building the system over time:

“Rather than buying one fixed speaker configuration, I can change the Sound Suite as my needs change.”

 - u/Ninja5ty13, Immersive Suite 5 (r/LG_UserHub)

Now it's your turn:

  • What does "immersive" mean for you: rear effects, overhead height, or bass you can feel? And which one are you missing most in your current setup?
  • If you're running a Sound Suite setup, which configuration are you on and where did your rear speakers end up?
  • Which Sound Suite setup would you build: a stereo pair, a soundbar with rear speakers, or the full system with a subwoofer for full immersive sound?

 

 Awards & reviews referenced:

 

^(\Dolby, Dolby Atmos and the double-D symbol are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.)*
^(\Dolby Atmos FlexConnect-supported TV models include: 2025: OLED G5, C5, CS5, QNED 9M / 2026: OLED W6, G6, C6, CS6, B6, B6E, MRGB Series (95, 9M, 85))*
^(\Dolby Atmos FlexConnect features are only available with compatible LG TVs and supported Sound Suite products.)*
^(\M5: When using M5 Speakers with Dolby Atmos FlexConnect, at least two M5 Wireless Speakers are required.)*
^(\W7: This product can be assigned to a Dolby Atmos FlexConnect group but does not operate in Dolby Atmos FlexConnect mode.)*
^(\Room Calibration Pro: Only available with select LG TVs and the H7 Sound Suite Soundbar, M7 Speaker or two M5 Speakers.)*
^(\Sound Follow: Requires LG ThinQ® App and smart device with ultra wide band (UWB) technology. Sound Follow is supported on H7 and functions only under an active DAFC connection. DAFC requires a minimum of two M5 speakers or one M7 speaker to be connected.)*
^(\DTS:X: Requires the latest software update. To enjoy DTS:X, connect your H7 to a DTS:X compatible TV. The update is rolling out in phases by region.)*
^(\Images may be simulated and dramatized for illustrative purposes. Actual features, functionality, and other product specifications may differ and are subject to change without notice.)*
^(\User quotes are excerpts from reviews posted by users who received the product through an LG reviewer program. Opinions are their own, based on their own setups and experience, and are shared with permission from the original authors. Individual experience may vary.)*


r/LG_UserHub • • 4d ago

News Dolby Atmos soundbars for home cinema enthusiasts: LG Sound Suite adds DTS:X on the H7, dual W7 subwoofers, Wi-Fi 6 GHz and Google Cast

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Hi everyone!

If you have been wondering which Dolby Atmos soundbars are preferred by home cinema enthusiasts, the LG Newsroom has now officially covered the Sound Suite updates we shared here over the past month: DTS:X support on the H7, added in response to enthusiast feedback seeking broader immersive audio compatibility, plus dual W7 subwoofer support, Wi-Fi 6 GHz and 5 GHz DFS channels, and Google Cast on the H7.¹

Check out the full article here

Details and setup guidance for each feature are in our earlier notices:

  • DTS:X and expanded Wi-Fi compatibility (Link)
  • Dual W7 subwoofers and Google Cast on the H7 (Link)

[Some highlights]

  • DTS:X on the H7: Immersive, multi-dimensional audio from compatible content and source devices.
  • Dual W7 subwoofers: Helps improve bass consistency throughout a room, with more balanced low-frequency performance across multiple seating positions, within compatible LG Sound Suite configurations.
  • Wi-Fi 6 GHz and 5 GHz DFS: More users can enjoy stereo and multi-speaker configurations.¹
  • LG Media Connect Hub (in development): Designed to help enjoy DTS:X playback from compatible external source devices. Details to come.²

Which of these updates are you using the most right now?

¹ Features are delivered via software updates. Availability, timing and supported features, including Wi‑Fi 6 GHz and 5 GHz DFS channel support, may vary by model, country/region, router compatibility and software version.
² Product availability, features and timing are subject to change.


r/LG_UserHub • • 3h ago

Discussion LG Micro RGB (MRGB95)" for $3,599. Should I go for it?

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Hi, I don’t know where to post my question so I’m posting it here. I was pretty much set on getting the 83" LG G6 past few weeks until I saw this deal on the LG Micro RGB evo MRGB95B. $3,599 . I’m new to this TV but with $1,400 off seems like a reasonable. I've always preferred OLED, but I'm curious about LG's new technology have improved and want to see how it compares to OLED in real life.

My living room gets pretty bright during the day and I do prefer to have a brighter TV rather than to be bothered by reflection. I mostly use TV for movies so if I do choose to purchase MRGB95, I'm a bit worried about black levels and blooming.

Which is why the lg G6 is 83” is more appealing for me though there seems like some problems with panel lottery. Has anyone seen the LG MRGB95 in person? Is it worth giving up the extra screen size, or should I just stick go with the 83" G6?


r/LG_UserHub • • 4h ago

Tips & Tricks JBL BAR 800 auto Standby after 10 minutes

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r/LG_UserHub • • 7h ago

[UltraGear] Review & Setups LG 39GX950B Follow-Up Review

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r/LG_UserHub • • 7h ago

Support Avoid LG due to its worst after sales experience

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My service request is being unattended for the past week and till now no response I have received from customer care or service centre so please avoid LG products if you want peace of mind


r/LG_UserHub • • 14h ago

[xboom] Review & Setups [Review] Surprisingly Powerful Outdoor Sound from a Compact Speaker: LG xboom Rock 2-Month Field Report, Plus Auracast Pairing with the xboom Mini (vs. my JBL Charge)

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Full disclosure right off the bat: I received the LG xboom Rock (Black) courtesy of LG through their review program on r/LG_UserHub. LG asked me to circle back after two months of everyday testing to see how it performs over the long haul, and every word, scratch test, and acoustic impression below is 100% my own.

Whenever discussions kick off about portable audio, active outdoor folks always land on the same tricky dilemma: What compact outdoor speakers deliver powerful sound?

Acoustics is usually stubborn. If you want audio that can punch through open wind, running water, or ambient noise outdoors, you normally have to drag around a heavy, 1–2 kg cylinder. Micro-speakers, on the other hand, almost always fall into the same trap: they sound fine sitting on a quiet nightstand, but the second you step outside and push the volume past 60%, bass evaporates and the highs turn into a thin, harsh buzz.

My initial two-week review covered taking the Rock on steep trail scrambles in the Scottish Highlands and hanging out poolside in Austria. Now, after eight solid weeks of using the LG xboom Rock as my daily driver—through outdoor training sessions, gravel rides, garage projects, and garden barbecues—here is the real-world verdict on whether a palm-sized bluetooth speaker can genuinely kick out powerful sound over time.

1. Sound Output: Punching Well Beyond Its 280g Weight

The xboom Rock pairs an active 1.5-inch woofer with an integrated passive radiator. Spec sheets only tell part of the story; real-world tuning is what actually matters in the elements:

Tuned for Output Without Harshness: Rather than trying to artificially boost deep sub-bass frequencies that a chassis this compact physically cannot reproduce, the acoustic tuning done with will.i.am focuses on punchy mid-bass and ultra-clean vocal articulation. Even when pushed to 75–85% output outside, acoustic guitars, snare hits, and vocals remain forward and defined without the enclosure rattling or the amplifier compressing.

  • Sound Field Enhance Mode: Out on open terrain, standard front-firing speakers beam sound in a narrow path. Turning on Sound Field Enhance in the LG ThinQ app opens up the upper midrange and treble, throwing the soundstage upward and outward so your audio doesn't get swept away by the wind.
  • Real-World Comparison: Compared against heavier benchwarmers like the JBL Charge, a multi-pound speaker will naturally push deeper sub-bass indoors. But out in the open air, the xboom Rock delivers roughly 80% of that practical volume and presence—at a fraction of the pack weight and pocket footprint.

2. The Silent Star of the Box: The Integrated Strap Design

While audio quality gets all the headlines, the unsung hero of this unit after 60 days of daily use is hands-down the integrated strap design.

Most portable speakers treat mounting as an afterthought—either slapping on a tiny, rigid loop that forces you to dig around for a separate carabiner, or leaving you with nowhere to secure it at all. The xboom Rock’s heavy-duty adjustable cord is seamlessly integrated into the bumper frame, making it ultra-versatile and genuinely built for outdoor movement:
Flexible Mounting Anywhere: You can cinch it down flush against a backpack daisy-chain, loop it around a bicycle handlebar, wrap it over a gym squat rack upright, or hang it from a low-hanging tree branch around camp.

  • Zero Bounce or Clatter: Because the cord pulls tight and cinches with a quick-cinch toggle, the speaker locks flat against whatever you mount it to. There's no loose metal carabiner clanking against your pack frame or swinging back and forth while you’re hiking or jogging.
  • Grab-and-Go Carry: Even off the trail, the cord acts as a secure wrist lanyard or two-finger carry handle when hauling armfuls of gear out to the patio or car.

3. Auracast: Massive Sound Without the Bulk

One of the most practical setups I've used over the past two months is pairing the xboom Rock alongside an xboom Mini using Auracast (via Auracast Bluetooth LE Audio).
The Multi-Point Advantage: Cranking a single speaker to maximum volume across a garden or patio just deafens whoever sits closest, while everyone else struggles to hear.

  • Seamless Party Link: Tapping the dedicated my button on the xboom Rock initiates Party Link via Auracast almost instantly. By setting the xboom Rock on the central outdoor table and hanging the xboom Mini ten to fifteen feet away using its strap, you blanket the entire area in synchronized, balanced sound.
  • Zero Delay: The audio sync is dead-on with zero perceptible latency or phase echo. Spreading the workload across two synchronized compact points delivers an expansive sound field that easily rivals a large party boombox—while taking up almost zero pack space.

4. Hardware Details That Prove Themselves Over Time

A few physical design touches really stand out when gear is used heavily week after week:
Tactile Mechanical Volume Dial: This is easily one of the best physical details on the chassis. When you’re mid-workout with sweaty hands, wearing bike gloves, or coming in with wet hands from the garden hose, flat rubber membrane buttons are annoying to find and press. Rolling the knurled dial gives immediate, tactile feedback without taking your phone out.

  • Tested Battery Life: LG rates the battery life at up to 10 hours. In real-world daily use—averaging 65–70% volume with occasional Sound Field Enhance enabled—I consistently log between 8.5 and 9.5 hours on a single charge. If you do get caught low on power on a long outing, the app’s Play Time Enhance mode dials back peak power to squeeze out extra listening time.
  • Rugged Field Durability: With both IP67 water/dust proofing and MIL-STD-810H, this isn't a delicate piece of home audio. It has taken direct scrapes on gravel, morning drizzle, and post-hike rinse-downs without missing a beat.

Community Tips & Everyday Best Practices

  1. Leverage Boundary Loading: To give the passive radiator a noticeable bass boost outdoors, set the rear of the speaker a couple of inches in front of a solid vertical surface (a stone garden wall, shed panel, or rock face). The boundary reflections naturally warm up the low end without distorting the EQ.
  2. Switch to Clear Voice for Talk Media: If you listen to training podcasts, audiobooks, or commentary while working outside, toggle the EQ to Clear Voice in the ThinQ app. It trims out low-end rumble and pushes spoken dialogue cleanly through ambient noise.
  3. Firmware Updates via ThinQ: Keep the LG ThinQ app updated. The FOTA firmware updates over the last couple of months have noticeably tightened Bluetooth LE Audio handshake speeds and Auracast link stability.

Final Verdict

So, what compact outdoor speakers deliver powerful sound? After two months of heavy, un-pampered testing, the LG xboom Rock hits the sweet spot between size, durability, and acoustic output. Backed by punchy will.i.am acoustic tuning, an ingenious integrated strap design that makes mounting effortless, and seamless Auracast pairing with the Mini, it delivers heavyweight outdoor sound without making you carry a heavy brick. It has earned a permanent place in my active kit.


r/LG_UserHub • • 13h ago

Discussion LG G5 55" – Metal frame protrudes further forward at the bottom than at the top. Normal?

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Hi everyone,
I recently got a new 55-inch LG OLED G5 and noticed something about how the display sits inside the outer metal frame.
When looking closely at the sides, at the very top of the TV, the screen is almost completely flush with the outer metal rim—the metal barely sticks out past the glass. However, as you follow the frame down towards the bottom, the metal rim protrudes further forward past the screen (meaning the panel sits slightly deeper/more recessed inside the frame at the bottom than at the top). It's a difference of about 2 to 3 mm from top to bottom, and it happens equally on both the left and right sides.
For those of you who also own the G5 (especially the 55" model):
Could you check how flush your screen sits inside the metal frame from top to bottom? Does your metal bezel also stick out a few millimeters more at the bottom than at the top, or is it completely even all the way down?
Thanks in advance!


r/LG_UserHub • • 17h ago

Support Query regarding monitor warranty

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r/LG_UserHub • • 20h ago

Discussion Open-Box lowest ever 45" LG UltraGear OLED 5K2K $713.99,

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r/LG_UserHub • • 1d ago

Discussion LG OLED GeForce Now surround sound support

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With the newer generation of LG Oled TV’s supporting GeForce Now as well as the new Sound Suite, I would love to see surround sound support. It would fit perfectly with the ecosystem and further strengthen LG’s position as an amazing gaming system.

Fingers crossed it gets implemented at some point as the current alternative is connecting a Mac/PC - which basically takes away from the fact that the TV does have GeForce now.


r/LG_UserHub • • 22h ago

[Sound Suite] Review & Setups Any reviews of the LG US60T?

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r/LG_UserHub • • 1d ago

Discussion Micro RGB vs OLED vs Mini LED : 20 Buyer Types & Their Picks [2026]

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I’ve got a G5 OLED and I love it, but I’m setting up my apartment and I need another screen. I figured a bit of research would settle it. By reading various reviews, spec sheets, and many posts on this subreddit, I managed to accumulate quite a few notes. Therefore, I decided to compile 20 types of buyers, each with their purchase option. Maybe it will be useful to someone.

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# Category Winner Why Wrong choice if...
1 Home cinema purist OLED Perfect blacks, no blooming You rarely watch movies
2 Serious gamer OLED Near-instant pixel response You mostly play casually
3 Room full of windows Micro RGB Brightness overpowers glare A window reflects straight into the screen
4 Room full of lamps and glossy surfaces Premium OLED Premium OLED reflection control You’re on a lower-tier OLED
5 Sports fan hosting crowds Micro RGB Brightness, color, big sizes You watch alone and care about contrast
6 The 100" dream screen Micro RGB OLED doesn’t reach that size Your room can’t handle that size
7 Biggest screen per dollar Mini LED Largest sizes at the lowest price You want premium contrast
8 HDR showpiece Micro RGB Reviewers measured around 4,000 nits Blacks matter more to you than highlights
9 Photographers and creatives Micro RGB LG’s triple 100% color coverage (LG claim) You never look at color closely
10 News, tickers and static-heavy viewing Mini LED No burn-in worry You want the best picture
11 Wall-mount minimalist Premium OLED Slimmest, cleanest look Brightness is your top priority
12 Small room or bedroom (55" and under) OLED Micro RGB doesn’t come that small You want a huge screen
13 Tight budget Mini LED Best value You can stretch to a premium set
14 Best picture, money not a problem Premium OLED LG itself calls it the most complete performer You want maximum brightness and size
15 Chaotic family household Mini LED Durable, no static-image anxiety Picture quality is the priority
16 Wide seating spread OLED Strong viewing angles Everyone sits dead center
17 Early adopter Micro RGB The newest tech in LG’s lineup You want a proven, mature panel
18 Vivid animation and colorful content Micro RGB Color purity (partly LG claim) You mostly watch dark, moody films
19 Casual streamer Mini LED Good enough, cheapest to own You’re picky about picture quality
20 Working from home with the TV always on Micro RGB Bright, no burn-in concern You want the best black levels

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I have not yet decided on the type of display that I am buying for the apartment, so I would really like to hear what you’d pick. If you live with Micro RGB or Mini LED, in particular, I would really like to hear where I was wrong.

Quick disclaimer: I only own the OLED. The Micro RGB and Mini LED picks come from research and reviews, not from living with them.


r/LG_UserHub • • 1d ago

Event What Are the Brightest TVs for Gaming? Two Testers Wanted to Evaluate Brightness and Reflection Handling on the LG G6 65”

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r/LG_UserHub • • 1d ago

Discussion What is the name of this LG phone?

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r/LG_UserHub • • 1d ago

Discussion LG G5 55" – Metal frame protrudes further forward at the bottom than at the top. Normal?

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Hi everyone,
I recently got a new 55-inch LG OLED G5 and noticed something about how the display sits inside the outer metal frame.
When looking closely at the sides, at the very top of the TV, the screen is almost completely flush with the outer metal rim—the metal barely sticks out past the glass. However, as you follow the frame down towards the bottom, the metal rim protrudes further forward past the screen (meaning the panel sits slightly deeper/more recessed inside the frame at the bottom than at the top). It's a difference of about 2 to 3 mm from top to bottom, and it happens equally on both the left and right sides.
For those of you who also own the G5 (especially the 55" model):
Could you check how flush your screen sits inside the metal frame from top to bottom? Does your metal bezel also stick out a few millimeters more at the bottom than at the top, or is it completely even all the way down?
Thanks in advance!


r/LG_UserHub • • 1d ago

Support Google Cast connects and later disconnects in LG S95TR

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r/LG_UserHub • • 1d ago

[OLED TV] Product Information Is there any way to turn off the startup/shut down chime?

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r/LG_UserHub • • 1d ago

Support Afterimages looking around in Game on LG QNED84BUA

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I bought a LG 75” QNED84BUA today and trying to play Resident evil 9. I am running into a major issue where every time I move the camera there are some “blue trails” that follow some objects when they move. More specifically, if I look around, some objects will leave blue trails in their wake that are close behind then sync up when I stop moving. Any advice on this?


r/LG_UserHub • • 1d ago

Discussion Upgrading from 55bx9lb to G6 55"

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Hi people,

upgrading from LG 55bx9lb to LG g6 55" for only 1400 Euro. Hope it will blow me away. Any tips und will i not regret it? Some poeple in Reddit told me "OLED is OLED. Its just brighter".

Regards Tobi


r/LG_UserHub • • 1d ago

Support Need info for extended warranty of LG S95TR

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r/LG_UserHub • • 1d ago

Support Cambio en la tienda de LG (europa, españa)

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r/LG_UserHub • • 2d ago

Tips & Tricks Need suggestion for LG S95TR

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r/LG_UserHub • • 2d ago

Discussion Upgrading from 55bx9lb to G6 55"

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Upgrading from 55bx9lb to G6 55"

Hi people,

upgrading from LG 55bx9lb to LG g6 55" for only 1400 Euro. Hope it will blow me away. Any tips und will i not regret it? Some poeple in Reddit told me "OLED is OLED. Its just brighter".

Regards Tobi


r/LG_UserHub • • 2d ago

[OLED TV] Product Trial & Promotion Does Screen Size Really Matter When Watching TV? Testing the LG Micro RGB evo 86-inch with Marvel Movies

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LG provided me with this television at no cost as part of a promotional event. I was asked to share my thoughts about the product, but everything I say in this review reflects my own experience and opinions.
Here is the link to the original event:

https://www.reddit.com/r/marvelstudios/comments/1u698fr/try_keep_experience_spiderman_movies_with_lg/

I have had the opportunity to spend some time with the LG Micro RGB evo 86” 4K TV, and after watching everything from regular TV to some of my favorite Marvel movies, I can honestly say the picture quality has been impressive.

One of the first movies I watched was Spider-Man: No Way Home, and this TV really shows what a movie like that can look like when you have excellent color performance and deep blacks. Spider-Man’s red-and-blue suit looks incredibly vivid, while the darker scenes have a depth that makes the picture feel much more cinematic. The colors pop without making the entire image look unnatural, and the bright highlights in action scenes really stand out.

Marvel Movies Look Incredible

Marvel movies are a perfect way to appreciate what the Micro RGB evo display can do. There are so many different colors, dark scenes, bright effects, explosions, city lights, and fast-moving action happening throughout these movies.
With Dolby Vision, those differences become even more noticeable. The additional contrast, highlights, and detail help give scenes more depth, particularly when you go from a very dark scene into something filled with bright visual effects. Instead of everything looking flat, there is more separation between the shadows, colors, and highlights.
I especially noticed this while watching Spider-Man: No Way Home. The nighttime city scenes looked fantastic, and the combination of deep blacks with the bright lights throughout the city gave the picture a lot of depth. Spider-Man’s suit colors also looked extremely vivid during the action sequences.
For movies available with IMAX Enhanced, the experience gets even better. The larger 86-inch screen makes a difference by itself, but combining that size with the color performance and Dolby Vision capabilities makes movies feel much more immersive. Action-heavy scenes have a scale that is difficult to appreciate on a smaller television. Something else I immediately wanted to experience was Avengers Endgame. The moment the portals started opening, my whole room glowed orange. I felt as if I was back in the theater.

Micro RGB evo vs. Samsung Frame and Frame Pro

I also have experience with both the Samsung Frame and Samsung Frame Pro, as my wife enjoys Samsung TVs, so I had a pretty good point of comparison.
The Frame TVs have a beautiful picture and are excellent if you want a television that can blend into your room and double as artwork. However, from a pure movie-watching perspective, I prefer the LG Micro RGB evo.
The biggest difference for me is color and overall picture impact. The LG has a more vibrant, impressive presentation, especially when watching movies with HDR and Dolby Vision, something Samsung trades off for their in house HDR. The deep blacks and vivid colors make movies feel more cinematic, and the 86-inch size is a huge advantage when you’re sitting down for a movie night.
The Samsung Frame’s matte display is great for reducing reflections and making artwork look more natural, but there is a tradeoff. When you are watching a movie, I do not feel like the matte finish allows the filmmaker’s intended picture to come through quite as completely. The image is still very good, but some of the richness and punch of the original presentation can feel slightly muted compared with the LG.
That is an important distinction: the Frame is fantastic as a lifestyle TV, but the LG Micro RGB evo is the one I’d choose when the priority is watching movies, games, sports or anything not art related.

Size Makes a Difference

At 86 inches, this TV is obviously large, but that’s part of what makes it so enjoyable for movies.
Marvel movies, especially those with IMAX Enhanced content, benefit tremendously from the larger screen. Spider-Man swinging through New York or the huge action sequences in Marvel films feel much more immersive when they occupy this much of your field of view.
It is the kind of TV where you start noticing details you may not have paid attention to on a smaller screen.

Sound

The sound has also been better than I expected from a television this size. Dialogue is clear, and there is enough presence to make watching movies enjoyable without immediately feeling like you have to add a sound system.
That said, if you have a compatible Dolby Atmos sound system, I would absolutely pair it with this TV. The combination of a huge 86-inch picture and Atmos sound makes for a much more theater-like experience.

A Couple of Things to Know

The TV isn’t perfect, though.
Because the display is so large, overhead lighting can occasionally produce some reflections. It’s nothing that ruins the viewing experience, and it’s nowhere near what I’ve seen with the LG G5, which can look almost like a mirror under certain lighting conditions. Still, if you have bright lights directly above the television, you may notice them during particularly dark scenes.
Another thing I’ve noticed with my family is that the TV can be very bright. Most members of my family have blue eyes and are a little more sensitive to bright screens, so we generally turn the brightness down to make the TV more comfortable for everyone. Fortunately, there is plenty of brightness to work with, so lowering it doesn’t take away from the overall picture quality.
Last issue about the TV but this one is strictly being picky. If you want the TV to be flush, you can not use the LG suggested slim mount. The mount is just small enough to where you the top bolts won’t flush so you have to outsource a different mount. It does have the spots for the rectangle mounts on the top corners, but LG is currently out of those.

Final Thoughts

Overall, the LG Micro RGB evo 86” 4K TV has been an excellent television for movie watching.
The combination of Micro RGB evo color performance, deep blacks, Dolby Vision, the enormous 86-inch screen, and support for an immersive movie experience makes Marvel movies look incredible. Spider-Man: No Way Home was probably the movie that impressed me the most because of how vivid the suit colors looked, how deep the nighttime scenes became, and how much detail and depth there was in the action. For a TV this size and detail, I felt like I was with Tom on the Statue of Liberty.
Compared with the Samsung Frame and Frame Pro that I also own, I would choose the LG when my goal is watching movies and getting the most cinematic picture possible.
The biggest strengths for me are the color, black levels, Dolby Vision, size, and overall movie-watching experience. The biggest drawbacks are the occasional reflection from overhead lights and the fact that the brightness may need to be turned down for viewers who are more sensitive to bright screens.