LG 43LJ500M VS LG 43LJ5000
LG 43LJ500M
  • Brand - LG
  • Aspect Ratio - 16:9
  • Display Type - IPS
LG 43LJ5000
  • Brand - LG
  • Aspect Ratio - 16:9
  • Display Type - LED

LG 43LJ5000 vs 43LJ500M — the Contest of the Budget Full HD TV

LG 43LJ5000 vs LG 43LJ500M

LG 43LJ500M vs 43LJ5000 presents two similar TVs of the high resolution but without additional “comfort” options (like a Smart TV). To compare the series, both LJ500M and LJ5000 appeared in 2017 and featured the single screen size of 43 inches. The LJ5000 is a little more expensive, providing sharp contrasts and bright colors due to direct LED backlight. LJ500M produces a decent image, becoming a bit washed out in the light room. It implements the IPS matrix lit by fluorescent lamps, enabling the good angle view quality.

Picture

The image of LG 43LJ5000 vs LG 43LJ500M has the same native 1080p resolution. LG 43LJ500M provides wide color gamut and good warm hues all over the display. The transitions are smooth but not blurred. The image stays crisp in the dynamic scenes due to the good framing rate of 60 Hz. Versus LG 43 LJ5000, it provides juicier colors with a wider palette. The latter, however, can be marked for the even light without any darker spots at edges. The blacks are deep and solid, why might seem a bit greyish in the totally dark room.

Features & Performance

Both TVs are simple to set up, featuring the same straightforward while a bit inflexible menu. There are no included smart options or wireless connection, limiting the functions to the TV / Blu-Ray (DVD) / monitor operation. The sound of LG 43LJ5000 is regular, providing acceptable loudness and distinction. The LG 43LJ500M audio is weaker, featuring interference and poor dialog line. This issue can be fixed with external speaker connection. The latter is unavailable in LG 43LJ5000 due to the absence of the optical audio outputs. Both TVs are good for energy saving, having the low average consumption.

Design & Build quality

Both TVs have similar minimalistic design, with a thin frame and slim-looking but steady paired legs. LG 43LJ500M is slightly thicker, while its stand has wider depth than that of the LG 43LJ5000. The VESA mount of LG 43LJ5000 has a bit smaller interface (200 X 100). The remote is overcrowded by buttons that are not well discernible.

Pros & Cons

LG 43LJ500M

VS

Pros

    • Good pixel density enabling smooth and uniform picture.
    • Maintains FLAC and OGG formats – good for PC apps.
    • I connected Chromecast via USB and could stream via it.

Cons

    • No 3D support.

LG 43LJ5000

VS

Pros

    • I enjoyed its fast performance as a monitor due to immediate response via HDMI.
    • Good quality for DVD playback.
    • Parental control works well.

Cons

    • Unreliable connector ports.

Specifications

Specification LG 43LJ500M LG 43LJ5000
Connections
Bluetooth
Wi-fi 5ghz
Wi-fi
Analog Audio Output (3.5 Mm) 1 -
Optical Digital Audio Output (s/pdif) 1 -
Component Video Input 1 1
Composite Video Input 1 1
Usb 1 1
Display
Display Area, % 88.79 88.79
Screen Size, Inch 43 43
Display Height, Cm/in 52.94/20.84 52.94/20.84
Display Width, Cm/in 94.13/37.05 94.13/37.05
Screen Design flat flat
Display Type IPS LED
High Dynamic Range (hdr)
Resolution, Pixels 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080
Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Refresh Rate, Hz 60 60
Full Hd
Display Colors 16.7 million 16.7 million
4k/uhd
Accessories
Microphone
Camera
Video File Formats
Wmv
Avi
Other 3GPP, MKV, TS, M2TS MKV
Mov
Mp4
Mobile Features
Mobile App
Video File Codecs
Mpeg-4
H.263
H.264
H.265
Divx
Other 3GPP, MKV, TS, M2TS MKV
Panel
Pixel Density, Ppi 52 52
Pixel Pitch, Cm/in 0.049/0.019 0.049/0.019
Panel Bit Depth, Bits 8 8
Native Refresh Rate, Hz 60 60
Backlight Technology Direct LED Direct LED
Panel Technology
Audio
Dts Decoder
Dolby Surround
Dolby Atmos
Speakers Power, W 10 10
Speakers stereo stereo
Audio File Formats
Other 3GPP, MKV, TS, M2TS MKV
Ogg
Flac
Ac3
Aac
Wav
Wma
Mp3
Dimensions, Weight And Color
Depth With Stand, Cm/in 21.59/8.5 21.72/8.6
Height With Stand, Cm/in 62.99/24.79 62.49/24.6
Width With Stand, Cm/in 97.79/38.5 97.11/38.2
Weight, Kg/lbs 8.3/18.3 8.3/18.3
Depth, Cm/in 8.13/3.2 7.9/3.1
Height, Cm/in 57.4/22.59 56.9/22.4
Width, Cm/in 97.79/38.5 97.11/38.2
Colors black black
Weight With Stand, Kg/lbs 8.4/18.52 8.4/18.52
Artificial Intelligence
Amazon Alexa Compatible
Google Assistant
Ergonomics
Landscape/portrait Pivot
Removable Stand
Vesa Interface 200 x 200 200 x 100
Vesa Mount
3d
2d To 3d has not has not
3d
Internet Movie Streaming
Other 3GPP, MKV, TS, M2TS MKV
Hbo
Amazon Video
Hulu
Netflix
Viewing Angles
Vertical, Degrees 178 178
Horizontal, Degrees 178 178
Tv Tuner
Digital
Analog
Recording Features
Watch And Record
Digital Recording
User Manual
Manual 43lj500m.pdf 43lj5000.pdf
Processor
Model
General
Screen Sizes In Series 43 43
Smart Tv
Display Type IPS LED
Brand LG LG
Video Features
Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Unique Features
Voice Remote
In The Box
Remote Control

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