LG 55 B4 vs Samsung U8000F (IPS)

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B46 / B42 / B43

Info

U8000F / U8092F

Info

Available screen sizes: 55”65”77”

Available screen sizes: 55”

Panel type: WRGB OLED

Resolution: 3840x2160

System: WebOS

Model year: 2024

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Panel type: LCD IPS

Resolution: 3840x2160

System: Tizen

Model year: 2025

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Overall rating

8.0

5.4

  • Movies and series in UHD quality

    8.0

    4.9

  • Classic TV, YouTube

    8.8

    4.8

  • Sports broadcasts (TV and apps)

    8.6

    5.8

  • Gaming on console

    9.3

    6.3

  • TV as a computer monitor

    7.6

    6.0

  • Watching in bright light

    5.7

    3.4

  • Utility functions

    8.2

    5.3

  • Apps

    9.1

    8.7

  • Sound quality

    7.1

    5.7

Advantages

  • Reference colour mapping after calibration

  • Very good image compliance with the director's intentions

  • Excellent compatibility with consoles and PCs

  • Advanced motion smoothing system

  • Deep and vivid image

  • Advanced WebOs system and "mouse" remote control

  • Extensive Smart system: Tizen

  • Good viewing angles (IPS Matrix)

  • Great for working with text - displays fonts excellently

  • Low input lag

  • Basic features for gamers - VRR and ALLM

Disadvantages

No like
  • Visible tonal transitions

  • Low brightness

  • Very poor black and contrast (IPS Matrix)

  • Inferior appearance to its predecessor

  • Infrared remote control

Our verdict

LG OLED B4 is an exceptionally versatile device in the semi-premium category. For how else could one describe an OLED television that is so well-priced, and whose price, as history shows, will quickly fall? Ideal blacks and contrast are two things that inevitably mesmerise, and we are certain that anyone who has owned a device with this panel will not be able to return to LCD units. The brightness results of the television in HDR content may seem rather low; however, in this case, thanks to this particular panel, they will appear optically much higher. It is worth noting their stability and uniformity in practically every scene. In this case, a minor downside is the brightness of a full-frame shot filled with a large amount of white. However, we do not believe this to be a serious problem, as there are not many such instances anyway. The factory colour reproduction also deserves praise, which in our specimen is very decent, but one cannot help but remember how beneficial calibration has been for the image, allowing the director's intentions to be conveyed fully. LG B4 will be an excellent choice for all kinds of gamers, as well as sports enthusiasts. The former will certainly appreciate the rich support in the form of all the conveniences stemming from the HDMI 2.1 standard. Meanwhile, the latter will benefit from the advanced motion smoothing with multi-step adjustments. And lastly, one cannot overlook the convenience provided by the remote control with a built-in gyroscope, allowing it to function like a mouse. The WebOS system, which we will navigate, is extremely smooth and responsive. It offers a multitude of applications, which will be more than sufficient for the vast majority of users. The heart of the LG B4 television is the advanced Alpha processor, responsible for the smoothness of the image and advanced signal analysis. In summary: who is the LG OLED B4 for? It is the perfect device for those expecting the highest possible image quality within a given budget, but not only that. The LG B4 stands out significantly above its competition at this price point, which cannot offer such high-quality images.

The U8000F is a very basic television that may find its buyers among those looking for the cheapest Samsung 4K with Smart TV. And that is precisely its task. Thanks to the Tizen system, this model offers quite a lot in terms of smart features – the number of apps and possibilities may catch the attention of those who want a reasonably intelligent device at the lowest possible price. As for picture quality – it is average, which is not surprising in this class. Nevertheless, there are a few positives: fairly good viewing angles work well for traditional TV watching from different parts of the room, and the basic features for gamers (such as VRR and ALLM) may suffice for typical "Sunday" gamers. The PC mode also deserves a mention – the television handles font display very well, so it can also serve as a budget monitor. Of course, this is not a model that can be recommended to everyone "sight unseen." But if someone is looking for a cheap Samsung with 4K resolution and a solid Smart system, that is exactly what the U8000F offers.

TV appearance

HDMI inputs
0 x HDMI 2.0, 4 x HDMI 2.1 (48Gbps)
3 x HDMI 2.0, 0 x HDMI 2.1
Other inputs
Outputs
Toslink (Optical audio), eARC (HDMI), ARC (HDMI)
eARC (HDMI), ARC (HDMI)
Network Interfaces
Wi-Fi 2.4GHz, Wi-Fi 5GHz, Ethernet (LAN) 100Mbps
Wi-Fi 2.4GHz, Wi-Fi 5GHz, Ethernet (LAN) 100Mbps
Build quality
BuildQuality-Good
Average
Stand type
Legs
Legs
Stand type
stand-type-Black
stand-type-Black
Stand
stand-Fixed
stand-Fixed
Accessories
accessories-Stand
accessories-Stand

Contrast and black detail

10/10

1.1/10

Local dimming function: No

Contrast:

Review LG 55 B4 Contrast and black detail

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:1

Review LG 55 B4 Contrast and black detail

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:1

Review LG 55 B4 Contrast and black detail

Result

:1

Review LG 55 B4 Contrast and black detail

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:1

Review LG 55 B4 Contrast and black detail

Result

:1

Review Samsung U8000F (IPS) Contrast and black detail

Result

900:1

Review Samsung U8000F (IPS) Contrast and black detail

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800:1

Review Samsung U8000F (IPS) Contrast and black detail

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700:1

Review Samsung U8000F (IPS) Contrast and black detail

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700:1

Review Samsung U8000F (IPS) Contrast and black detail

Result

650:1

Halo effect and black detail visibility:

LG B4 uses OLED panels produced by LG Displays. The use of this type of panel provides us with perfect contrast and black levels. With such conditions, the picture is incredibly vivid and one might even get the impression that it is three-dimensional. The series of the manufacturer with the letter "B" has always been an ideal solution for those seeking very good picture quality while not wanting to pay extra for features that are only available in higher series. Therefore, these models have become something of a dark horse in this price range, as their advantageous pricing primarily competes with Mini LED televisions. It is not difficult to say that these models have won these battles due to the absence of characteristic flaws associated with LCD receivers with multi-zone backlighting, such as blooming/halo effects or dimming of images containing fine bright details. And as we can see in the test scenes from the films "Oblivion" and "Sicario 2," the fidelity is at the highest level. Looking at the first one, we see a spectacular play of lights that, despite their brightness, are perfectly separated from one another. Even a more challenging scene with a helicopter poses no problem for LG B4, showcasing a wealth of details and a unique colour grading specific to this title.

Samsung U8000F, more specifically model U8092F in the 55-inch version, is equipped with an IPS panel. Let's be honest – this is not the best choice when it comes to properly displaying black levels and contrast. The results in this category are simply weak. The contrast is abysmal, and watching dark scenes with any kind of "cinematic" effect is nearly impossible. Additionally, the fact that the television lacks local dimming does not help, making it difficult to achieve better results. The only thing worth praising is the fairly decent uniformity of the panel – but that's more of a minor consolation. Overall, it's not good. If you value deep blacks and reasonable contrast, it is definitely better to opt for the variant with a VA panel, which performs significantly better in this particular series.

HDR effect quality

6/10

3/10

Supported formats
HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG
HDR10, HDR10+, HLG
Color gamut coverage
DCI P3: 99.0%, Bt.2020: 75.0%
DCI P3: 81.0%, Bt.2020: 59.0%

Luminance measurements in HDR:

Review LG 55 B4 Brightness measurement

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664 nit

Review LG 55 B4 Brightness measurement

Result

650 nit

Review LG 55 B4 Brightness measurement

Result

677 nit

Review LG 55 B4 Brightness measurement

Result

662 nit

Review LG 55 B4 Brightness measurement

Result

410 nit

Review Samsung U8000F (IPS) Brightness measurement

Result

191 nit

Review Samsung U8000F (IPS) Brightness measurement

Result

224 nit

Review Samsung U8000F (IPS) Brightness measurement

Result

241 nit

Review Samsung U8000F (IPS) Brightness measurement

Result

79 nit

Review Samsung U8000F (IPS) Brightness measurement

Result

234 nit

Scene from the movie “Pan” (about 2800 nits)

Scene from the movie “Billy Lynn” (about 1100 nits)

Static HDR10

Dynamic: Dolby Vision

Dynamic: HDR10+

HDR luminance chart:

Samsung U8000F (IPS)

Luminancja HDR

Luminance of RGB colors

LG 55 B4

Luminancja HDR

Luminance of RGB colors

The brightness results in HDR materials for LG B4 are very good. It is true that none of them exceed 1000 nits, although the stability of luminance is excellent and looks practically the same in every scenario. The only moment where the tested television performs worse is the last of the scenes, although this should not be surprising. Large frames filled with a lot of white have always been, and probably will continue to be, somewhat of a weakness for OLED televisions. However, the combination of perfect contrast, black levels, and brightness of LG B4 allows for a full experience of the HDR effect. Additionally, the incredibly high coverage of the DCI-P3 colour gamut deserves recognition, reaching 99%. This makes the colours look incredibly vivid and striking.

Better does not mean good – and that is exactly how to summarise the capabilities of U8092F when it comes to displaying bright movie scenes in HDR mode. The brightness of the panel is just under 250 nits, which is definitely too little to enjoy any light effects. An interesting situation was observed during the measurement of the fourth scene from the film Sicario 2 – the television clearly dimmed the entire screen in an attempt to achieve better black levels (which remain weak anyway). One might even suggest that the device is using some form of 'global dimming', but unfortunately – the results are still very poor. To make matters worse, the television does not support a wide colour gamut – the coverage of the DCI-P3 space is around 80%, so one cannot expect truly vibrant colours. The HDR image here looks more like a slightly brightened SDR, and it is this form that we would suggest sticking to when it comes to this television.

Factory color reproduction

8.4/10

6.5/10

Factory Mode

After calibration

Factory Mode

After calibration

The best factory mode prepared by the manufacturer is "Filmmaker," which is exactly what we used throughout the entire testing procedure. We must admit that the unit we received out of the box had quite good colour reproduction. The biggest problem in both SDR and HDR content turned out to be white balance. In the former, a strong red hue was evident, causing the displayed image to have a pronounced yellow tint, particularly noticeable on skin tones and whites. In higher quality materials, this colour was also accentuated, but due to a lack of blue, there were also signs of green visible. Apart from these issues, we also encountered problems with grayscale and the colours themselves.

The Samsung U8000F has been tested in the best possible picture mode built into the television, namely Filmmaker Mode. This mode should – at least in theory – offer a cinematic, reference picture without unnecessary enhancements. In the case of SDR content (mainly HD/SD), the television, out of the box, showed itself surprisingly well. Errors in white balance hovered around a value of 3, which is roughly on the edge of perceptibility. The only complaint could be about brightness management – the gamma graph showed a slight tendency to lighten or darken certain sections, but even so, the overall performance is quite good for this price segment.

Unfortunately, it looks much worse in HDR mode. Although the white balance was not terrible, the television had significant colour errors – particularly evident in the Color Checker graph, where almost every sample hit outside the target point. The picture in HDR simply looks unnatural, and the colours can be shifted, dull, or too cool. This largely stems from the fact that the U8000F does not support a wide colour gamut (DCI-P3). The television is physically unable to display correct colours in the HDR standard – and unfortunately, this is felt in every more demanding material.

Color reproduction after calibration

9.3/10

7.5/10

LG B4 has been providing very advanced calibration tools in its televisions for years. We can even say that as the only manufacturer on the market, it allows for such deep intervention in image adjustment. It is thanks to these tools that we were able to calibrate the device so well. Evidence of this is the extremely low deltaE errors, which can be said to be at a reference level. Both SDR and HDR materials now look exactly as intended by the film director. It is no coincidence that televisions of this brand are most often used as preview screens for various graphic or post-production studios.

Although the U8000F already offered a fairly well-balanced image in SDR straight out of the box, we were able to refine it a bit further. We managed to eliminate a slight purple tint and adjust the gamma to a more sensible level. However, the television still has a tendency to overexpose the smallest and brightest parts of the image – the gamma chart shows a characteristic 'dip' that is difficult to completely straighten out.

Unfortunately, the situation is worse in HDR. It's hard to speak of any significant improvement here – the television is simply not designed for HDR content. We tried to correct the image in the advanced settings, but despite our efforts, the colour errors remained substantial – a delta E above 7 indicates very noticeable deviations. It's a bit disappointing, but that's the nature of budget construction. In SDR, the U8000F performs reasonably well, whereas HDR is just not its league.

Smoothness of tonal transitions

7.4/10

9/10

The fluidity of tonal transitions, often overlooked in various tests on competing portals, is an equally important aspect of image quality assessment. It is particularly important when watching material that features a wealth of colours and many intricate effects, where textures blend. This often leads to the so-called banding of colours, which is a lack of smooth gradation. The tested television handles tonal transition smoothing quite well. However, it is worth noting that it has its weaker moments, such as a bright coloured sky in the film "Kingsman" or "The Martian". Nevertheless, these are not aspects that detract from the viewing pleasure. Therefore, we positively assess the quality of tonal transitions in LG B4.

Another important aspect to consider when assessing image quality is the smoothness of tonal transitions – that is, how well the television handles the blending of colours and shades. And here the Samsung U8092F performs... almost perfectly. On the test patterns, there are no noticeable stepping transitions, no issues with colour gradients, and the whole picture is not artificially sharpened, which unfortunately happens with many televisions in this class. The image appears natural and very clear. We noticed minimal issues with the brightest scenes, but that is more nitpicking, which only a very trained eye will catch.

Image scaling and smoothness of tonal transitions

7.9/10

5/10

Image without overscan on the SD signal
OK
No
Smooth transition function
OK
OK

Smooth transition function

Image without overscan on the SD signal

In this paragraph, we will take another look at the function for smoothing tonal transitions, but we will also check how the television handles lower quality material. As we have managed to verify, the setting responsible for smooth gradation works quite efficiently, although it has its weaker moments. Just as the function works correctly in SDR content, it becomes rather useless in HDR content. Even at the lowest of the options, it blurs essential details, which is why we advise against using it.

The image scaling on LG B4 is rated rather moderately positively. Although there is no edge doubling, the image itself is naturally "soft." We can change this by adjusting the sharpness slider.

When it comes to how the Samsung U8000F handles lower quality materials, we must admit that Samsung has made progress compared to its predecessor from last year – namely the DU7192 model, which theoretically occupies the same spot in the range.

This year's model has been equipped with a feature that enhances the fluidity of tonal transitions, which has been implemented much better than last year. Yes, the television still uses fairly strong algorithms that can distort details or remove film grain, but despite that – it can be confidently said that it works effectively.

However, not everything has gone perfectly. The U8000F has noticeable issues with slight image stuttering when watching very old content in very low resolution. If someone plans to play their old VHS tape, they must reckon with the fact that the image may appear slightly "choppy".

Blur and motion smoothness

8.5/10

6/10

Maximum refresh rate of the panel
120Hz
60Hz
Film motion smoothing option
OK
OK
Blur reduction option
OK
No
BFI function 60Hz
Yes, 60Hz (image flickers)
Yes, 60Hz (image flickers)
BFI function 120Hz
Yes, 120Hz
-
Brightness drop with BFI
49%
48%

Blur (native resolution, maximum refresh rate):

Blur (BFI function enabled):

Image flickers in this mode

The maximum refresh rate that we can set on the LG B4 is 120 Hz. This is the absolute minimum for those requiring high image fluidity. The manufacturer has implemented a multi-step motion smoother called "TruMotion". It has been divided into two separate sliders adjusting the sharpness of moving images (De-Blur) and jitter (De-Judder). Both sliders can be set in the range from 0 to 10, with each degree affecting the level of fluidity, so everyone can find their golden mean.

The LG OLED B4 panel features an average response time of 0.1 ms (which directly results from our measurements), allowing for an incredibly clear image, unattainable for LCD televisions, whose response times can be as high as several milliseconds. This is clearly evident in the pictures from the "UFO Test", showing no trail following the object.

The Samsung U8000F is equipped with a 60 Hz panel, so it's clear from the outset that we shouldn't expect miracles. It's simply the standard in this class – sufficient for everyday viewing but without any fireworks.

The television offers a single motion smoothing slider – a function called “Motion Blur Reduction”, which allows us to adjust the smoothness of the image in films. Higher settings provide a more “theatrical” and smoothed effect, while lower settings maintain the original character of the film with a slight 24p effect. An interesting feature is “LED Clear Motion”, which is a BFI mode – that inserts black frames between frames of the image to improve motion clarity. However, in practice, the screen flickers quite a bit when this feature is activated, and it should be regarded more as an experiment than something that genuinely enhances the comfort of gaming.

Console compatibility and gaming features

10/10

4/10

  • ALLM
    Yes
    Yes
  • VRR
    Yes
    Yes
  • VRR range
    40 - 120Hz
    48 - 60Hz
  • Dolby Vision Game Mode
    Yes
    No
  • Correct implementation of HGIG
    Yes
    No
  • 1080p@120Hz
    Yes
    No
  • 1440p@120Hz
    Yes
    No
  • 4K@120Hz
    Yes
    No
  • Game bar
    Yes
    No

The LG B4 television is equipped with four fully-fledged HDMI 2.1 ports with a full bandwidth of 48Gbps. All features that are identical to this standard were activated without any issues, and throughout the entire testing process, they did not cause any problems. The combination of such extensive functionality and low input lag suggests that the tested television is truly made for gaming. This is not surprising, considering that the manufacturer has always placed great emphasis on this. Therefore, we can enjoy both the properly implemented HGIG mode and gaming in Dolby Vision with low latency. This pairing will certainly attract the attention of all passionate gamers for whom quality is paramount.

An additional standard in televisions from this Korean manufacturer is the implementation of GameBar, allowing for quick adjustment of settings "on the fly," without the need to exit the game. It also enables image adjustments for individuals with visual impairments, which is a very nice touch. Another important piece of information is that when VRR technology is enabled, we will not experience a drop in contrast. This is thanks to the construction of the panel and the lack of conventional backlighting. However, it is normal for shades of grey to flicker slightly; nevertheless, this is a characteristic feature of this function regardless of the manufacturer or television.

In summary: the LG B4, like all of the manufacturer’s OLEDs equipped with 120Hz panels and HDMI 2.1 ports, creates a harmonious whole with the console. In practice, this is a comprehensive television, and if we expect the highest possible efficiency in gaming, B4 will be the ideal choice.

The Samsung U8000F offers a basic set of features for gamers, which may still prove sufficient for less demanding users. It includes an automatic game mode – upon launching a game on the console, the television automatically switches to low latency mode, significantly improving response times. We also find a VRR feature, meaning variable refresh rate, which operates within a range of 48 to 60 Hz. This means that both Xbox and PS5 will not produce the effect of screen tearing – provided, of course, we stay within this range.

Unfortunately, that is about it when it comes to advantages. Add-ons like Game Bar or higher refresh rates are reserved for higher models of Samsung's 2025 line. In theory, the television also supports the HGiG function, which should adjust HDR images to the intentions of game developers. Unfortunately – despite this feature appearing in brochures and retail materials – its configuration on the Xbox console has proven to be... impossible in practice.

Input lag

10/10

10/10

SDR

1080p60
13 ms
12 ms
1080p120
5 ms
2160p60
13 ms
12 ms
2160p120
5 ms

HDR

2160p60
13 ms
12 ms
2160p120
5 ms
4320p60

Dolby Vision

2160p60 DV
13 ms
2160p120 DV
5 ms

Input lag for the LG B4 is at an incredibly low level in every scenario. Even the most dedicated gamers will certainly appreciate the very low input lag at demanding 4K 120 Hz settings with HDR, which is just 5 ms. It is also worth noting that the lag at these same settings, but with Dolby Vision HDR enabled, remains consistent, which is not as evident with the competition. Therefore, it deserves the highest rating and recommendation.

The Samsung U8092F performed phenomenally in our input lag tests. Regardless of resolution or mode – the results were very low, which is truly impressive for this price segment. One can confidently say that playing on this television will not cause frustration due to large delays between what we do on the controller and what we see on the screen. For most gamers, even the more demanding ones, this result should be more than satisfactory.

Compatibility with PC

7.6/10

6/10

Chroma 444 (maximum resolution and refresh rate)
Yes
Yes
Font clarity
Good
Very Good
Readability of dark text and shapes
Very Good
Very Good
Input lag in PC mode (4K, maximum refresh rate)
5ms
12ms
Matrix subpixel arrangement
RWBG
BGR
Max refresh rate
120Hz
60Hz
G-Sync
Yes
No

LG B4 combined with a PC performs excellently, thanks to a very low latency of just 13.5 ms, which is practically an instant response between the mouse, the eye, and the screen. An extremely important factor when working on a screen is primarily the readability of the text, which in the case of the tested television is very good. However, it is worth noting that to achieve sharp fonts, one must enable the passthrough option in the settings.

The RWBG pixel layout has no significant impact on the display of fonts or letters, which provides a considerable advantage over Samsung's QD-OLED matrices. Users of both Windows and macOS equipped computers are sure to be pleased with the performance on the screen of the tested television.

Working on a computer with this television is an absolute pleasure. The Samsung U8092F supports chroma 4:4:4, and thanks to the layout of the sub-pixels in the IPS panel, the readability of fonts – regardless of colour or size – is very, very good. The television is also suitable for occasional gaming on PC, primarily due to its low input lag. However, one must take into account that the G-Sync function does not work on this model, which is odd as VRR functioned without any issues when it came to the console.

Viewing angles

7.4/10

7/10

Brightness drop at an angle of 45 degrees
29%
34%

The undisputed advantage of OLED panels is their performance in the context of group viewing, that is, from various angles. LG B4 maintains very good contrast, colour saturation, and fidelity. Although this is not the result of organic televisions supported by MLA technology, one cannot say that anyone who purchased the device was dissatisfied with the results obtained. However, it should be noted that at sharp angles, a slight greenish tint can be observed. This is a characteristic feature of LG's WRGB panels, without the aforementioned micro-lens technology, and unfortunately, there is nothing that can be done about it.

The viewing angles on the Samsung U8092F are very good – as one would expect from an IPS panel. The image does not lose much in terms of brightness or colour saturation, even with a greater deviation from the axis. Of course, this is not at the level of organic screens – but it is more than sufficient to comfortably watch the image at an angle, for example, from the side of the sofa.

TV efficiency during daytime

5.7/10

3.4/10

Matrix coating
Satin
Satin
Reflection suppression
Decent
Average
Black levels during daytime
Very Good
Good

Matrix brightness

Average luminance SDR

Samsung U8000F (IPS): 218 cd/m2

LG 55 B4: 374 cd/m2

The maximum brightness of the television in SDR materials is 370 nits. For an OLED television, this is a very good result and allows for quite comfortable viewing during the day. It is worth paying attention to two things. The first is the rather mediocre handling of reflections caused by the satin finish of the panel, which means that direct light hitting the television will be quite obtrusive. The second issue is the brightness of the screen when filled 100% with white, oscillating around 260 nits, which is an excellent result, as until recently, OLED televisions in this price range could "boast" a brightness twice as low. Thanks to this, the conditions for watching, for example, winter sports will be very good.

Thanks to the satin coating of the Samsung U8092F panel, it handles reflection suppression quite well. The screen does not function like a mirror, and the colours – considering the capabilities of this class of device – remain reasonably saturated, even in somewhat brighter conditions. Unfortunately, the coating alone cannot perform miracles. The television is simply too dim to effectively cut through very challenging lighting conditions. If we place it opposite a light source (e.g. a large window or a strong lamp) – unfortunately, one must reckon with the fact that not everything will be clearly visible on it.

Details about the matrix

Backlight Type
White LED
Software version during testing
03.11.10
T-KSU2EFDEUC-0090-1064.4, E2500007, BT-S
Image processor

Subpixel Structure:

Panel uniformity and thermal imaging:

LG 55 B4

Samsung U8000F (IPS)

TV features

8.2/10

5.3/10

  • HDMI inputs
    0 x HDMI 2.0, 4 x HDMI 2.1 48Gbps
    3 x HDMI 2.0, 0 x HDMI 2.1
  • Outputs
    Toslink (Optical audio), eARC (HDMI), ARC (HDMI)
    eARC (HDMI), ARC (HDMI)
  • Network Interfaces
    Wi-Fi 2.4GHz, Wi-Fi 5GHz, Ethernet (LAN) 100Mbps
    Wi-Fi 2.4GHz, Wi-Fi 5GHz, Ethernet (LAN) 100Mbps
  • TV reception
    DVB-T, DVB-T2, DVB-S, DVB-S2, DVB-C
    DVB-T, DVB-T2, DVB-S, DVB-S2, DVB-C

Classic features:

  • Recording to USB (terrestrial TV)
    Yes
    No
  • Recording programming
    Yes
    No
  • Picture in Picture (PiP)
    No
    No
  • RF remote control (no need to aim at the screen)
    Yes
    No
  • Backlit remote control
    No
    No
  • Teletext
    Yes
    Yes
  • Audio only mode
    Yes
    Yes
  • Possibility to connect Bluetooth headphones to the TV
    Yes
    Yes
  • Possibility to simultaneously use Bluetooth headphones and the TV speaker
    Yes
    Yes

Smart features:

  • AirPlay
    Yes
    Yes
  • Screen mirroring (Windows Miracast)
    Yes
    Yes
  • Wyszukiwanie głosowe
    No
    No
  • Voice search in native language
    Yes
    No
  • Ability to connect a keyboard and mouse
    Yes
    Yes

LG B4 uses the well-known proprietary system WebOS. The system offers practically all the most important applications, and those that are lacking can be counted on one hand, such as CDA or KODI.

WebOS also boasts a highly appreciated ability to perform operations using a cursor that appears when the remote control is moved. The convenience of such a feature is invaluable when entering queries or passwords for portals. WebOS, like most systems, also supports functions such as screen mirroring, AirPlay, voice search in Polish, and the capability to connect headphones via Bluetooth. On a more practical note, WebOS allows us to use both headphones and the television speaker simultaneously, which will certainly be a great help for those with hearing impairments. Among the more interesting features, particularly appreciated by sports fans, is the option to enable an alert for upcoming matches, ensuring that we never miss a broadcast. The home panel also deserves praise for allowing control of all smart devices connected to the home network. For example, the end of a washing cycle will be signalled by a notification in the top right corner.

In summary, the WebOS system, despite being less known and having certain limitations compared to Android TV, offers stable and fast operation and supports most functions that users may need. It is a solid solution for those looking for a simple and effective operating system in a television.

Samsung U8092F – like all this year's models from this brand – runs on the Tizen operating system. The system itself is really well developed: we have access to many applications (though not all), a well-developed smart home support, and various add-ons, including exclusive Samsung applications. There are also features such as AirPlay and Chromecast, which allow us to easily connect our phone to the television and stream multimedia.

Unfortunately, as this is the cheapest series from Samsung in 2025, the manufacturer has not decided to include a solar remote. In the package, we find a classic infrared remote, which visually resembles the newer version, but unfortunately lacks voice functions. As for the typical "television" add-ons – the recording function and PiP (picture-in-picture) mode are missing. However, HDMI eARC works in its favour, allowing easy control of devices such as a decoder or soundbar with the remote included – and it truly works seamlessly.

Playing files from USB

8.5/10

9.3/10

Supported photo formats:

JPEG
Yes
Yes
HEIC
No
Yes
PNG
Yes
Yes
GIF
No
No
WebP
No
No
TIFF
No
No
BMP
No
Yes
SVG
No
No

Maximum photo resolution:

4 Mpix
Yes
Yes
6 Mpix
Yes
Yes
8 Mpix
Yes
Yes
10 Mpix
Yes
Yes
12 Mpix
Yes
Yes
16 Mpix
Yes
Yes
20 Mpix
No
Yes
24 Mpix
No
Yes
28 Mpix
No
Yes
32 Mpix
Yes
Yes

The default file player in LG B4 definitely handles most images well, although the absence of a few equally popular formats is surprising. We can successfully play videos recorded in virtually all the most popular formats, including Dolby Vision. The only codec that LG B4 will not play is H.266 VVC, although this is currently rather unused. However, it is worth noting the supported image formats, of which there are only two: JPEG and PNG. Users of Apple devices may feel disappointed by the lack of support for the HEIC format, which is the default format when taking photos. The remedy for this is to use the built-in AirPlay feature. We will also mention the lack of support for TXT subtitles.

Samsung U8092F handles file playback quite seamlessly – the television supports most popular audio and video formats. Of course, it does not support Dolby Vision, but that is simply not found in any Samsung model.

Some reservations can be made regarding the support for external text files – those that the user would like to add as subtitles to a film. During our tests, the television only played TXT files, while other extensions like SRT or SUB unfortunately did not work. This may not be a problem for everyone, but it's worth knowing. Perhaps it is an issue to be addressed in the future with an update to the television's operating system.

Apps

9.1/10

8.7/10

OK
Disney_Plus
OK
Amazon_Prime_Video
OK
Player_TVN
OK
Polsat_Box_Go
OK
Canal_Plus_Online
OK
TVP_VOD
OK
Apple_TV_Plus
OK
SkyShowtime
OK
Rakuten
OK
CDA_Premium_Browser
OK
Spotify
OK
Tidal
OK
Netflix
OK
YouTube
OK
HBO_MAX
No
Kodi
OK
Apple_music
No
Eleven_sports
OK
Xbox Game Pass
OK
GeForce Now!
OK
Amazon Luna
OK
Boosteroid
No
Steam Link
OK
Disney_Plus
OK
Amazon_Prime_Video
OK
Player_TVN
OK
Polsat_Box_Go
OK
Canal_Plus_Online
OK
TVP_VOD
OK
Apple_TV_Plus
OK
SkyShowtime
OK
Rakuten
OK
CDA_Premium_Browser
OK
Spotify
No
Tidal
OK
Netflix
OK
YouTube
OK
HBO_MAX
No
Kodi
OK
Apple_music
No
Eleven_sports
OK
Xbox Game Pass
OK
GeForce Now!
OK
Amazon Luna
OK
Boosteroid
No
Steam Link

Sound

7.1/10

5.7/10

  • Maximum volume
    -
    -
  • Dolby Digital Plus 7.1
    Yes
    Yes
  • Dolby True HD 7.1
    Yes
    No
  • Dolby Atmos in Dolby Digital Plus (JOC)
    Yes
    Yes
  • Dolby Atmos in Dolby True HD
    Yes
    No
  • DTS:X in DTS-HD MA
    Yes
    No
  • DTS-HD Master Audio
    Yes
    No

The audio system built into the LG OLED B4 can be considered quite good. We can say that it performs well for its price range. The bass is quite noticeable, but does not overpower the other frequencies. It can be said that the sound is fairly well balanced. We believe that those opting for this class of display are, or will be, in possession of an appropriate audio system. Therefore, the presence of DTS-HD Master Audio and Dolby Atmos codecs is not insignificant.

U8092F does not pretend to have a home cinema on board. We receive a standard set of 2 x 10 W, which sounds adequate, but without much excitement, although it does have a slight bass. For everyday viewing, such an audio setup is entirely sufficient. We were pleasantly surprised that it managed to play a film with the built-in Dolby Atmos (JOC) codec – though of course, we are not talking about real surround sound.