Hisense 55U6N vs LG 42LX3QPUA
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Choosing between the Hisense 55U6N and LG 42LX3QPUA? Both compete in the TV segment. Here’s how they compare across the specs that matter most for your home theater.
Looking at overall performance dimensions: The Hisense 55U6N scores higher in video quality, form factor, room fit. The LG 42LX3QPUA leads in value, gaming performance, future-proofing. They score similarly in ease of use.
On the display side, the Hisense 55U6N uses a VA panel while the LG 42LX3QPUA uses WOLED, and screen sizes differ at 55" vs 42". Panel technology significantly impacts contrast, color accuracy, and viewing angles.
These two TV options trade wins across different dimensions. The right choice depends on which specs matter most for your room and listening preferences — review the detailed table below to decide.
Performance Overview
Scores based on specs and category benchmarks (0–100 scale)
Detailed Specifications
| Specification | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | N/A | $2,499.99 |
| Screen Size | 55" | 42" |
| Resolution | 4K | 4K |
| Panel Type | VA | WOLED |
| Backlight Type | mini-LED | none |
| Native Contrast Ratio | — | Infinite |
| HDR Formats | HDR10+, HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG | |
| Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 120Hz |
| VRR | No | Yes |
| VRR Type | — | FreeSync+G-Sync |
| ALLM | No | No |
| Smart OS | Google TV | webOS |
| Speaker Config | — | 2.2 |
| Dolby Atmos (Speakers) | Yes | Yes |
| HDMI Total Ports | 4 | 4 |
| HDMI 2.1 Ports | 0 | 0 |
| eARC Port | No | Yes |
| VESA Pattern | 400x200 | — |
| Processor | — | α9 Gen 5 AI Processor 4K |
| Model Year | — | — |
Key Differences
- USB Type: Hisense 55U6N at Yes (USB 2.0) vs LG 42LX3QPUA at 2 (Side) / 1 (Stand)
- Panel Type: Hisense 55U6N at VA vs LG 42LX3QPUA at WOLED
- HDR Formats: Hisense 55U6N at HDR10+, HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG vs LG 42LX3QPUA at
- Smart OS: Hisense 55U6N at Google TV vs LG 42LX3QPUA at webOS
- Refresh Rate: Hisense 55U6N at 60Hz vs LG 42LX3QPUA at 120Hz
Which Should You Choose?
Choose Hisense 55U6N if you want:
- + larger screen
- + lighter weight
Choose LG 42LX3QPUA if you want:
- + better refresh rate
- + better native refresh rate
See Where These Rank
Check our editorial rankings to see how Hisense 55U6N and LG 42LX3QPUA compare to the rest of the field.
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