LG QNED92A TV Review

Brand: LG
Released: April 29, 2025
Updated: 19 minutes ago
3.9
Overall review score
329
Review insights
123
Scored features
9
Expert reviews

Bottom Line

Four full-bandwidth HDMI 2.1 ports, low-lag gaming, and versatile webOS are the QNED92A’s best assets. Its weaker speakers, inconsistent dark-scene HDR, and stiff competition make the asking price harder to justify.

Console and PC gamers who need several high-bandwidth inputs, prefer front-on seating, and appreciate a comprehensive smart-TV platform. It also suits movie watching with a separate soundbar.

Wide-seating households, dedicated viewers sensitive to dark-scene halos or lost shadow detail, and shoppers relying entirely on built-in speakers. Value-focused buyers should compare rival Mini LED and OLED sets.

Verdict

The LG QNED92A is easiest to recommend to gamers who want a large Mini LED screen without sacrificing connectivity. All four HDMI 2.1 ports support high-bandwidth 4K gaming, lag is low, and the 144Hz PC mode, VRR, and flexible Game Optimizer make it particularly accommodating. webOS adds plentiful apps and convenient smart-home features. Picture quality can be genuinely impressive, with vibrant color, deep blacks, and smooth movie motion. But the screen is not equally convincing in every scene: local dimming may create halos or hide shadow detail, bright HDR impact lags some rivals, and off-axis viewing is weak. The built-in audio is another clear compromise, so budget for external speakers. At the prices quoted in these reviews, competing Mini LED models and LG OLED alternatives often present stronger value, although sale pricing could change that calculation.

Feature Scorecards

Summary

123 reviewed features
  • Very positive 4.5-5.0
    42 (34%)
  • Positive 3.5-4.4
    44 (36%)
  • Neutral 2.5-3.4
    22 (18%)
  • Negative 1.5-2.4
    11 (9%)
  • Very negative below 1.5
    4 (3%)

Pros highlights

  • 4.7
    9 reviews strong consensus
    gaming performance: 4.7, 9 reviews, strong consensus
    Gaming is the QNED92A’s clearest strength: four capable HDMI ports, low lag, and high refresh support make games responsive and fluid. Dark-pixel smearing and occasional HDR oddities are the main caveats.
  • 3.8
    9 reviews strong consensus
    overall satisfaction: 3.8, 9 reviews, strong consensus
    A refined, feature-packed Mini LED television with consistently strong gaming credentials and an appealing picture. Its weak built-in audio, price competition, and occasional picture imperfections temper the enthusiasm.
  • 4.1
    8 reviews strong consensus
    black levels: 4.1, 8 reviews, strong consensus
    Deep blacks are a standout improvement over earlier LG LCDs, creating convincing nighttime scenes. Complex high-contrast images can still look raised or lose detail.
  • 4.8
    7 reviews strong consensus
    input lag: 4.8, 7 reviews, strong consensus
    Game Optimizer delivers low controller delay, impressing several tests and making console play responsive. One tester was more cautious about demanding competitive shooters.
  • 4.5
    7 reviews moderate consensus
    Smart TV platform: 4.5, 7 reviews, moderate consensus
    webOS earns praise for its broad content access, customization, and generally smooth navigation. Advertisements and increasingly busy AI features are its main distractions.
  • 4.3
    7 reviews strong consensus
    picture quality: 4.3, 7 reviews, strong consensus
    The QNED92A usually delivers sharp, colorful, high-contrast pictures, especially with quality 4K material. The toughest dark and bright scenes expose haloing, clipped highlights, or uneven detail.

Cons highlights

  • 1.8
    8 reviews strong consensus
    sound quality: 1.8, 8 reviews, strong consensus
    The 2.2-channel speakers sound thin and underpowered next to the excellent picture. Several evaluations report weak bass, poor depth, or even distortion at louder settings.
  • 3.1
    8 reviews low consensus
    value for money: 3.1, 8 reviews, low consensus
    Its rich gaming features and polished software help justify the cost, and a few owners consider it good value. Most expert comparisons find brighter TCL or Hisense alternatives or similarly priced OLEDs more compelling.
  • 2.8
    6 reviews low consensus
    low-resolution content handling: 2.8, 6 reviews, low consensus
    HD material often scales cleanly, but very rough standard-definition clips can look messy or blurry. One assessment also found disappointing noise in regular Blu-ray content.
  • 3.1
    6 reviews low consensus
    shadow detail: 3.1, 6 reviews, low consensus
    Many dark scenes reveal satisfying texture, but difficult low-light material can become muddy or over-darkened. Picture modes and scenes make a meaningful difference.
  • 3.3
    6 reviews moderate consensus
    blooming control: 3.3, 6 reviews, moderate consensus
    Small halos remain visible around subtitles, bright objects, and moving highlights. Some find blooming surprisingly restrained, while others find the light bleed distracting.
  • 3.4
    5 reviews low consensus
    stand width: 3.4, 5 reviews, low consensus
    The US QNED92A has widely spaced feet that demand a broad cabinet, while the UK QNED93 uses a more compact center stand.

Use Cases

Best for

  • 4.9
    7 reviews strong consensus
    Console gaming: 4.9, 7 reviews, strong consensus
    A strong match for PS5 and Xbox players, with 4K/120Hz, VRR, and lots of input flexibility. Fast action generally feels immediate and fluid.
  • 4.6
    7 reviews strong consensus
    Home theater with soundbar: 4.6, 7 reviews, strong consensus
    The QNED92A’s strong picture gains a much better audio partner with a separate soundbar; compatible LG models add synchronized sound features.
  • 4.8
    4 reviews strong consensus
    PlayStation 5 gaming: 4.8, 4 reviews, strong consensus
    The QNED92A accommodates PS5 4K/120Hz, VRR, and low-lag play, with vibrant color in tested titles. The toughest dark transitions can still smear.

Not ideal for

  • TV speaker-only viewing
    1.9
    7 reviews strong consensus
    TV speaker-only viewing: 1.9, 7 reviews, strong consensus
    Basic casual dialogue is manageable, but thin bass, limited loudness, and weak soundstage make the TV disappointing as a standalone audio system.
  • Shared-screen viewing
    1.5
    1 review
    Shared-screen viewing: 1.5, 1 review
    A group spread across a wide sofa will not see the same image quality; center seats get a substantially better picture.

Compared With Category Average

Compared with other TVs, this product is above average in Backlight strobing, motion interpolation, reliability, near average in overall satisfaction, input lag, below average in cable management, distortion control, sound quality.

Comparison summary

118 compared features
  • Above average 0.4+ pts higher
    43 (36%)
  • Same as average within 0.3 pts
    46 (39%)
  • Below average 0.4+ pts lower
    29 (25%)

Largest category differences

Attribute This product Category average Difference
cable management 1.0 3.6 -2.6
Backlight strobing 4.5 2.3 +2.2
distortion control 1.0 2.8 -1.8
sound quality 1.8 3.5 -1.7
motion interpolation 5.0 3.2 +1.8
AI audio processing 2.3 4.0 -1.7
reliability 4.5 2.8 +1.7
menu responsiveness 2.5 4.1 -1.6

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Compared in Reviews

Products reviewers directly compared with this model, grouped into quick takeaways.

  • Better: HDR luminance and audio Hisense U8QG offers brighter HDR and better speakers in this comparison.
  • Better: price-to-performance Hisense U8QG is described as providing stronger performance for similar money.
  • Compared: 2025 Sony price comparison The newer BRAVIA 5 is another similarly priced Sony Mini LED option.

Samsung QN90F (2025)

  • More expensive: price and anti-glare benefits LG is cheaper than QN90F, which has stronger reflection control and audio.
  • More expensive: launch price LG is priced below Samsung QN90F at the quoted UK launch prices.
  • More expensive: purchase price LG is less expensive than Samsung QN90F, though Samsung is positioned more premium.

FAQ

Is the LG QNED92A good for PS5 and Xbox gaming?

Yes. Its four HDMI 2.1 inputs support 4K at 120Hz, VRR and automatic low-latency mode, with responsive Game Optimizer settings. Dark-image motion blur is a possible drawback.

Does the QNED92A support 144Hz PC gaming?

Yes. Supported PCs can use up to 4K at 144Hz and adaptive refresh, while the HDMI inputs have full 48Gbps bandwidth.

How does it perform in a bright room?

The panel is bright enough for daytime TV, but assessments disagree on glare resistance. Strong direct window or lamp reflections can be distracting.

Is its picture close to OLED in dark scenes?

Local dimming gives it impressively deep blacks for an LCD, but halos and shadow crushing can appear. It does not consistently match similarly priced OLEDs.

Do I need a soundbar?

A soundbar is strongly recommended for movies or powerful sound. The built-in speakers are frequently described as thin, weak in bass, or distorted when pushed.

Is the 65-inch QNED92A the same as the UK QNED93?

The UK QNED93 is presented as a regional counterpart, but the stand differs and panel technology may vary by size or market. Check the exact model before applying one size’s picture results to another.

Does it support DTS and Dolby Vision?

Dolby Vision is supported, although its effect and connection reliability receive mixed remarks. DTS audio formats are not supported, which matters for some Blu-ray soundtracks.

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