Is 60 Hz a problem for sports and gaming?

For casual viewing it's fine. Fast sports and 120 Hz console gaming will look less smooth than on a 120 Hz set, and there are no HDMI 2.1 features.

Does it have local dimming?

No. It is an edge-lit LED TV, so blacks are grey in a dark room. A bias light or a dim room helps.

How many devices can I connect?

Three HDMI ports plus USB, Ethernet and RF. A soundbar and two consoles will use them all, so an HDMI switch may be needed.

Which voice assistants work with it?

Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa and Siri are supported, and the major streaming apps are built in.

Will it fit my wall or stand?

It is about 65.7 inches wide and weighs around 67 lb. Check your stand's width rating and use a wall mount rated for that weight.

Is it good for a bright room?

Yes. The LED panel is bright enough for daytime viewing, though reflections on such a large screen are more noticeable.

Where is the LG 4K UHD Smart TV AI 85-inch cheapest?

At Best Buy, for $799.99, 20% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.

Where can I buy the LG 4K UHD Smart TV AI 85-inch?

3 stores we checked sell it, including Best Buy, Nawara Brothers Home Store, Sargent Appliance.

LG 4K UHD Smart TV AI 85-inch

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LG 4K UHD Smart TV AI 85-inch

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70"

$494.99

75"$29.99

85"$799.99

98"$1,399.99

$799.99at Best BuyChecked Nov 9

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Our take on the LG 4K UHD Smart TV AI 85-inch

This is LG's entry-level 85-inch 4K LED TV, built around webOS with Google Assistant, Alexa and Siri support and the usual streaming apps built in. The big draw is screen size for the money: few 85-inch sets undercut it, and the picture is bright enough for a living room. The trade-offs are a 60 Hz panel, edge-lit LED without local dimming, and only three HDMI ports, so it trails mid-range sets on contrast, motion and gaming features. It suits buyers who want the biggest possible picture for movies and sports and don't need OLED blacks or 120 Hz gaming.

Best forLarge living rooms and open-plan spacesMovie and sports nights on a big screenBuyers who want maximum screen size on a budgetHouseholds already using Alexa, Google or Siri

Pros

Very large 85-inch 4K screen
Bright enough for typical living rooms
webOS with all major streaming apps
Works with Google Assistant, Alexa and Siri
Simple setup and familiar remote

Cons

60 Hz panel limits motion smoothness
No local dimming, so blacks look grey in dark rooms
Only three HDMI ports
No HDMI 2.1 features for 120 Hz consoles
Upscaling of HD content is only average

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LG 4K UHD Smart TV AI 85-inch price history

Lowest price we've seen: $799.99 on Nov 9 at Best Buy. Tracked across 3 stores since Nov 9.

What reviewers say

Owners of LG's large entry-level LED sets generally praise the size and easy smart features for the money, while reviewers note that contrast and black levels fall short of pricier sets. Motion handling at 60 Hz and the limited port count come up as the main compromises.

What people mention

Picture sizePraisedOwners say the 85-inch screen delivers the immersive, cinema-like feel they wanted.
Black levelsCriticisedReviewers note that without local dimming, dark scenes look grey and washed out.
MotionMixedThe 60 Hz panel is fine for most shows but shows blur on fast sports and action.
Smart featuresPraisedwebOS and voice assistants are described as quick to set up and easy to use.
PortsCriticisedThree HDMI inputs are seen as tight for a console, soundbar and streaming stick.
SoundCriticisedBuilt-in speakers are called thin, with most owners adding a soundbar.

Specifications

Resolution: 3840 x 2160
High Definition: Yes
HDTV Format: 4K
Color: Black
Screen Form: Flat
Display Type: LED
Assistant Support: Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa, Siri
HDR

Questions and answers

Is 60 Hz a problem for sports and gaming?: For casual viewing it's fine. Fast sports and 120 Hz console gaming will look less smooth than on a 120 Hz set, and there are no HDMI 2.1 features.
Does it have local dimming?: No. It is an edge-lit LED TV, so blacks are grey in a dark room. A bias light or a dim room helps.
How many devices can I connect?: Three HDMI ports plus USB, Ethernet and RF. A soundbar and two consoles will use them all, so an HDMI switch may be needed.
Which voice assistants work with it?: Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa and Siri are supported, and the major streaming apps are built in.
Will it fit my wall or stand?: It is about 65.7 inches wide and weighs around 67 lb. Check your stand's width rating and use a wall mount rated for that weight.
Is it good for a bright room?: Yes. The LED panel is bright enough for daytime viewing, though reflections on such a large screen are more noticeable.
Where is the LG 4K UHD Smart TV AI 85-inch cheapest?: At Best Buy, for $799.99, 20% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
Where can I buy the LG 4K UHD Smart TV AI 85-inch?: 3 stores we checked sell it, including Best Buy, Nawara Brothers Home Store, Sargent Appliance.