{"id":466047,"date":"2025-05-25T13:03:58","date_gmt":"2025-05-25T13:03:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.techforbrains.com\/?p=466047"},"modified":"2025-07-01T17:48:09","modified_gmt":"2025-07-01T17:48:09","slug":"lg-qned93-review-this-2025-mini-led-tv-is-coming-for-oleds-crown","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.stereoindex.com\/tech\/tv\/lg-qned93-review-this-2025-mini-led-tv-is-coming-for-oleds-crown\/","title":{"rendered":"LG QNED93 Review: This 2025 Mini LED TV Is Coming for OLED\u2019s Crown"},"content":{"rendered":"

In the war for your living room wall, OLED has long ruled the premium roost. But in 2025, LG is coming for its own crown\u2014with a beast of a Mini LED TV: the LG 65QNED93A. This is the flagship of the QNED evo AI line, and it\u2019s packing enough AI juice, HDR punch, and gaming muscle to make even OLED fans pause.<\/p>\n

So, is the QNED93 just an OLED wannabe, or a genuine contender for your next upgrade? Let\u2019s dive in.<\/p>\n

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The LG 65QNED93A6A TV is thicker than its OLED competitors due to the Mini LED backlight.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Design & Build: Thick but Slick<\/h3>\n

At first glance, the QNED93 isn\u2019t here to win a fashion contest. It\u2019s bulkier than LG\u2019s razor-thin OLEDs\u2014blame the Mini LED backlighting\u2014but it\u2019s still a looker. The slim bezels give it a modern flair, and the pedestal stand is sturdy, though far from art-gallery chic.<\/p>\n

One thing to note: that screen is reflective. Not ideal for sun-drenched rooms, so keep your curtains nearby.<\/p>\n

Smarts & Software: webOS 25 Evolves (Sort Of)<\/h3>\n

LG\u2019s Smart TV brain, webOS 25, looks familiar but has a few new tricks. The trusty Magic Remote returns, with quick-launch buttons for Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, and more. Sadly, LG swapped the Enter button for a less intuitive Home Hub, which feels more \u201cmeh\u201d than magic.<\/p>\n

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The QNED93 is not a model with a perfect design. However, LG has styled it well. The model has a sleek body with thin frames around the screen.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Still, all the apps you actually care about are here, plus LG\u2019s growing LG Channels FAST content service. Smart home warriors will love the baked-in support for ThinQ, Matter, and even Google Home. If your washing machine talks to your air purifier, this TV can be the family mediator.<\/p>\n

Bonus: LG promises five years of software updates. That\u2019s rare. That\u2019s welcome.<\/p>\n

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Features & AI Magic: Smarter Than Your Average Screen<\/h3>\n

Inside, the \u03b18 AI Processor 4K Gen2 works overtime. It\u2019s behind the sharp upscaling, slick motion smoothing, and even genre-based picture tweaks. The new Dynamic QNED color tech boosts color accuracy and brightness in subtle but meaningful ways\u2014especially in skin tones and highlights.<\/p>\n

Think of it like OLED\u2019s apprentice that\u2019s learning fast.<\/p>\n

Always Ready mode also turns your powered-down TV into a digital picture frame or music player. A nice touch for when you\u2019re not bingeing \u201cThe Bear.\u201d<\/p>\n

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The webOS 25 platform supports ThinQ smart gadgets. It is also compatible with Wi-Fi Matter and Google Home devices.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Picture Quality: OLED Vibes Without the Price Tag<\/h3>\n

Let\u2019s get this straight: the 65QNED93A looks fantastic.<\/p>\n

Contrast is punchy. Blacks are deep\u2014shockingly deep for a non-OLED. And with 95% DCI-P3 color coverage, your movies and games pop off the screen. LG doesn\u2019t brag about local dimming zones, but who cares? The Mini LED backlight clearly means business.<\/p>\n

HDR peaks at 1440 nits, which is downright elite. Dolby Vision, HDR10, and HLG support are all here (sorry HDR10+ fans). In dark-room movie nights, this TV shines. Literally. Whether it\u2019s neon-soaked thrillers or epic explosions, everything feels immersive and vivid.<\/p>\n

Viewing angles? Not OLED-level wide, but unless you\u2019re watching from the kitchen, you\u2019re good.<\/p>\n

Audio: Turn Off the AI, Please<\/h3>\n

Here\u2019s the buzzkill: sound is\u2026 okay.<\/p>\n

Out of the box, the QNED93 uses a 2.2 channel 40W speaker system. Turn on AI Sound Pro and it tries to simulate a 9.1.2 setup. Spoiler: it doesn\u2019t. What you actually get is a harsh, high-pitched mix that\u2019ll fatigue your ears fast.<\/p>\n

Stick with Standard or Cinema mode\u2014or better yet, plug in a soundbar via HDMI eARC. There\u2019s Dolby Atmos support and Auracast Bluetooth for wireless audio, which is a nice modern touch.<\/p>\n

Gaming: Built to Play<\/h3>\n

This TV takes gaming seriously. It\u2019s fully loaded with HDMI 2.1 across the board, supports 4K at 120Hz, VRR, ALLM, AMD FreeSync, QMS, and HGiG HDR.<\/p>\n

Input lag clocks in at 14.8ms, which isn\u2019t the fastest, but still solid for most gamers. The Game Optimizer UI is slick and intuitive, and for PS5 or Xbox Series X owners, this set delivers high-frame-rate bliss with zero screen burn-in worries.<\/p>\n

Connections & Specs: All Bases Covered<\/h3>\n

You\u2019re not short on ports:<\/p>\n