LG 49LH5100 49″ vs Sony KD49XD8088BU 49″ TV Comparison

Thanks for stopping by to read our review and product comparison of the LG 49LH5100 and the Sony KD49XD8088BU which are available from at the best price from Currys at just £329 and £629.

LG 49LH5100 49

LG 49LH5100 49″
Sony KD49XD8088BU 49

Sony KD49XD8088BU 49″
Brand

LG

Sony

Key Features
  • Full HD 1080p
  • Tuner: Freeview
  • Connectivity: HDMI x 1
  • 4k Ultra HD picture is up to 4 times the resolution of HD
  • HDR displays brighter colours and greater contrast
  • Access 4k content on Netflix & Amazon Prime
  • Tuner: Twin Freeview HD
  • Connectivity: HDMI 2.0 x 4
  • Colour

    Yes

    Screen Type

    LED directlit

    LED edgelit

    Screen Size

    49″

    49″

    Resolution

    1920 x 1080

    3840 x 2160

    Motion Rate

    N/A

    N/A

    Connections

    – HDMI x 1 – SCART x 1 – USB 2.0 x 1

    – HDMI 2.0 x 4 (ARC compatible x 1) – SCART x 1 – SVGA x 1 – Composite input x 1 – USB 2.0 x 2 – USB 3.0 x 1

    TV Tuner

    DVB-T Freeview Tuner

    DVB-T2 Freeview HD Tuner x 2

    Programme Guide

    7-day EPG

    7-day EPG

    Speakers

    2

    2

    Audio Power

    20 W

    20 W

    Sound Enhancement

    Virtual surround

    tbc

    Other Features

    N/A

    tbc

    Energy Rating

    A++

    A

    On Mode Power Consumption

    39 W

    80 W

    Annual Power Consumption

    57 kWh

    111 kWh

    Box Content

    – LG 49LH5100 49″ LED TV – Remote control – AC power cable – AAA batteries

    – Sony BRAVIA KD49XD8088BU Smart 4K Ultra HD HDR 49″ LED TV – Remote control – Batteries – AC power cable – IR blaster – Tabletop stand – User manual – Quick setup guide

    Dimensions

    – Unboxed: 657 x 1108 x 82 mm (H x W x D) – Unboxed: with stand 696 x 1108 x 209 mm (H x W x D) – Boxed: 760 x 1197 x 152 mm (H x W x D)

    – Unboxed: 639 x 1093 x 44 mm (H x W x D) – Unboxed with stand: 686 x 1093 x 216 mm (H x W x D) – Boxed: 785 x 1213 169 mm (H x W x D)

    Weight

    10.6

    – Unboxed: 13.2 kg – Unboxed with stand: 14.2 kg – Boxed: 20 kg

    Guarantee

    1 year

    1 year

    Brightness

    N/A

    N/A

    Review Score

    8.9 out of 10

    8.7 out of 10

    Price

    £329.00

    £629.00

    Buy

    Getting the best TV for your budget

    Clearly you want to get the most for your money. That’s the very reason for this comparison. Chances are you’ve nailed down your decision between the LG 49LH5100 and the Sony KD49XD8088BU and now just need to know which one to go for. The feature list above provides a side-by-side comparison of the two televisions to help you make that final decision. Features will of course be an important part of that decision, such as the screen resolution, whether it offers 4K and features such as smart TV functionality. We only provide comparisons on TV’s that we recommend, and also from suppliers that we trust.

    What do the LG 49LH5100 and the Sony KD49XD8088BU offer

    It’s pretty obvious at this point that both televisions are great value for money. The feature list above really helps to clarify that. But there are of course some features that one set has, and the other won’t. The LG 49LH5100 offers a screen resolution of 1920 x 1080 with a screen that offers LED directlit. The sound system integrated into the set has 2 speakers with a 20 W power output. It also benefits from DVB-T Freeview Tuner and a range of connectors. The Sony KD49XD8088BU offers 3840 x 2160 resolution on LED edgelit. As part of the kit you get DVB-T2 Freeview HD Tuner x 2, 2 speakers with an audio output of 20 W.

    Total Dimensions and unit Weight

    Before you go ahead and click the buy button just make sure that you properly measure the area, surface or wall that your TV will be mounted or stood. It’s all very well going for a huge screen but it needs to be practical too, so ensure you have sufficient space first.

    Box content for 49LH5100 and KD49XD8088BU

    The LG 49LH5100 includes: – LG 49LH5100 49″ LED TV – Remote control – AC power cable – AAA batteries.

    The Sony KD49XD8088BU includes: – Sony BRAVIA KD49XD8088BU Smart 4K Ultra HD HDR 49″ LED TV – Remote control – Batteries – AC power cable – IR blaster – Tabletop stand – User manual – Quick setup guide.

    49LH5100 and KD49XD8088BU Reviews

    Reading a customer review is one of the most influential factors for customers choosing an electrical item. When you click on the item above you will be directed to one of our trusted partners where you’ll be able to read tons of customer experiences, good or bad. We have also gathered the overall scores for each TV set based on verified owner reviews (verified by Revoo).

    LG 49LH5100 Scored: 8.9 out of 10.

    Sony KD49XD8088BU Scored: 8.7 out of 10.

    Energy efficiency rating

    Thanks to the introduction of LED technology in televisions over recent years, many of our TV sets now offer an A+ energy rating. The energy rating is important for those that are conscious of their environmental impact, and those that need to consider ongoing running costs. The LG 49LH5100 has an energy efficiency rating of A++ with an annual energy consumption of just 57 kWh, whereas the Sony KD49XD8088BU has a rating of A and an annual energy consumption of 111 kWh.

    Sony KD49XD8088BU 49″

    8.7 stars –
    based on 3 reviews
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