Which is better for watching sport?

The Samsung U8000H. Its 120Hz panel keeps panning camera work and fast action cleaner than the LG's 60Hz screen.

Which has the better smart TV system?

They are close. LG's webOS is easy to learn and the Magic Remote speeds up typing. Samsung's Tizen adds Gaming Hub and a single home screen for apps and profiles.

Is the LG worth stepping up to over the Samsung?

Only if you value the Magic Remote and LG's upscaling more than a 120Hz panel. For movies and streaming the LG is the stronger pick; for sport and games the Samsung is.

Which handles older HD content better?

The LG NU70. Its α7 processor and Nano Detail Enhancer sharpen SD and HD sources more aggressively than Samsung's 4K AI Upscaling.

Do either support HDR10+?

Only the Samsung U8000H. The LG NU70 supports HDR10 and HLG but not HDR10+.

Which is easier to wall mount?

The Samsung. It lists a 200 x 200 mm VESA pattern and weighs 21.8 lb without the stand. LG does not publish a VESA pattern for the NU70.

LG Nano 4K UHD AI NU70 Smart TV vs Samsung Crystal UHD U8000H 55"

Buy the Samsung U8000H for fast sport, gaming and a bright, punchy picture. Its 120Hz panel and Gaming Hub are real advantages over the LG's 60Hz set. The LG NU70 counters with a better processor, the Magic Remote and more HDR formats. Both are entry-level 4K LED sets, so expect similar build quality and modest brightness. Owners of either generally praise the value and complain about black levels and side-angle viewing.

Choose the LG NU70 if you want the Magic Remote, webOS and the α7 processor's upscaling for movies and streaming.
Choose the Samsung U8000H if you watch sport, play console or cloud games, and want a 120Hz panel.

Prices

LG Nano 4K UHD AI NU70 Smart TV: $249.99 at Best Buy (last seen Nov 8)
Samsung Crystal UHD U8000H 55": $240.79 at eBay (checked today)
Difference: the Samsung Crystal UHD U8000H 55" is $9.20 cheaper than the LG Nano 4K UHD AI NU70 Smart TV at the latest prices (Nov 8 and Nov 9)

LG 55-Inch Class Nano 4K UHD AI NU70 Smart TV (2026)

	LG Nano 4K UHD AI NU70 Smart TV	Samsung Crystal UHD U8000H 55"
Refresh rate	60 Hz	120 Hz
Processor	α7 AI Processor 4K Gen9 with Nano Detail Enhancer	4K AI Upscaling with Colour Booster
HDR formats	HDR10, HLG	HDR10+, HDR10, HLG
Smart platform	webOS 26 with 400+ free channels	Tizen with Samsung Vision AI and Gaming Hub
Remote	Magic Remote (motion pointer) included	Standard remote
Gaming	No cloud gaming hub; 60Hz limits console play	Gaming Hub streams games without a console
Wall mounting	Stand included; VESA pattern not stated	VESA 200 x 200 mm, 21.8 lb without stand
Audio	2.0 channel	Not specified

Spec	LG Nano 4K UHD AI NU70 Smart TV	Samsung Crystal UHD U8000H 55"
Resolution	3840 x 2160	3840 x 2160
High Definition	Yes	Yes
HDTV Format	4K	4K
Color	Black	Black
Screen Form	Flat	Flat
Display Type	LED	LED
HDR	Yes	Yes
Connectivity	Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, RF, USB, HDMI, Ethernet	Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, RF, USB, HDMI, Ethernet
Supported Streaming Services	Netflix, Prime Video, YouTube, HBO, Disney+	Netflix, Prime Video, YouTube, Disney+
Assistant Support	Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa	Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa
Refresh Rate	60 Hz	—
Width	43.8 in wide	—

Spec	LG Nano 4K UHD AI NU70 Smart TV	Samsung Crystal UHD U8000H 55"
Screen Size	50 inches	—
Depth	2.8 in deep	—
Weight	18.3 lb	—
HDMI Ports	2 HDMI ports	—
Native resolution	3840x2160	—
Processor	a7 AI Processor 4K Gen9	—
Audio system	2.0 Channel	—
Bluetooth	Bluetooth 5.3	—
HDR standards	HDR10, HLG	—
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LG Nano 4K UHD AI NU70 Smart TV vs Samsung Crystal UHD U8000H 55"

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LG Nano 4K UHD AI NU70 Smart TV vs Samsung Crystal UHD U8000H 55"

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