The LG NANO85 series features 4K Ultra HD resolution (3840 x 2160) across screen sizes of 49″, 55″, 65″, and 75″, with a flat IPS RGB panel. It employs NanoCell technology with EDGE backlighting and minimal local dimming, resulting in decent contrast but limited deep black levels. The screen operates at 120Hz and uses an 8-bit + FRC panel to simulate a 10-bit color depth, delivering over a billion colors via Nano Color Pro and True Color Accuracy. Advanced processing features like Ultra Luminance Pro, Double Step Noise Reduction, and Sharpness Enhancer improve clarity and contrast, while HDR support includes Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG, and Dolby Vision IQ for dynamic tone mapping. All visuals are powered by the a7 Gen 3 Processor 4K for optimized performance.

Smart Features & Connectivity

Powered by webOS 5.0, the LG NANO85 offers an intuitive smart TV experience complete with the LG Content Store and built-in web browser. It supports LG ThinQ AI, Apple HomeKit, AirPlay 2, Amazon Alexa, and Google Assistant, making it compatible with a wide range of smart home ecosystems. The TV includes features such as Gallery Mode, Home Dashboard, AI Picture Pro, and Auto Genre Selection (for Dolby HDR content). For connectivity, it offers four HDMI 2.1 ports (with eARC), three USB ports, Ethernet, Wi-Fi 5, and Bluetooth 5.0. It also supports HDMI-CEC (Simplink), IP control, and both terrestrial and digital broadcasting standards, including DVB and ATSC, depending on the region.

Audio & Gaming Capabilities

The LG NANO85 includes a 2.0-channel audio system with a total output of 20W and support for Dolby Atmos, although DTS is not supported. Audio formats such as AC3, EAC3, HE-AAC, and aptX are compatible, and the TV is WiSA ready (dongle required). For gamers, the NANO85 includes FreeSync support (via firmware update), VRR (48Hz to 120Hz), and Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM) to reduce lag and screen tearing. Although not G-SYNC compatible, it supports HGiG for optimized HDR gaming experiences, making it a solid choice for console and casual PC gaming.

LG Nano85 TV Specifications

CategorySpecification
Screen
Screen Size (inches)49, 55, 65, 75
StyleFlat Panel
Resolution4K Ultra HD (3,840 x 2,160)
Screen Bit Depth10bit (8bit + FRC)
Screen TypeRGB
Screen TechnologyIPS
BacklightingEDGE
Dimming TechnologyLocal Dimming
Video
Refresh Rate120Hz
ColorNano Color Pro, Billion Rich Colors, Advanced Color Enhancer, True Color Accuracy
ContrastUltra Luminance Pro
ClarityDouble Step Noise Reduction, Sharpness Enhancer
Resolution Upscaler4K Upscaling
HDR (High-Dynamic Range)Cinema HDR (Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG), Dolby Vision IQ, HDR Dynamic Tone Mapping Pro
Picture Processora7 Gen 3 Processor 4K
AI TV
LG ThinQ AIYes
AlexaAlexa Built-in “Works with” Alexa
GoogleGoogle Assistant Built-in “Works with” Google Assistant
AppleApple Airplay2, Apple HomeKit
Intelligent Voice RecognitionYes
AI Picture ProYes
Home DashboardYes
Gallery ModeYes
Auto Genre SelectionYes (Dolby HDR only)
SMART TV
OSwebOS 5.0
Remote ControlMagic Remote Control
LG Content StoreYes
Web BrowserYes
Hands-free Voice ControlNo
Intelligent Voice RecognitionYes
Audio
DolbyDolby Atmos
DTSNo
Sound Output20W
WooferNo
Speaker Type2.0CH
Bluetooth Sound ReadyYes
WiSA ReadyYes (Separate Dongle Purchase Required)
Gaming
G-SYNC CompatibleNo
VRR (Variable Refresh Rate)Yes
Response TimeNo
FreeSyncYes (May not be available at the time of purchase)
ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode)Yes
HGiGYes
Connectivity
NEXTGEN TV (ATSC 3.0)No
Wi-FiYes (WiFi5)
BluetoothYes (Version 5.0)
IP ControlYes
HDMI-CEC (Simplink)Yes
Smart Phone ConnectivityYes
HDMI4 (2.1)
Audio Return Channel Support (ARC)eARC
USB3
EthernetYes
RF In (Terrestrial/Cable)Yes
RF In (Satellite Input)No (US), Yes (Europe)
Digital Audio Out (Optical)Yes
Digital Broadcasting (US)ATSC/ClearQAM
Digital Broadcasting (Europe)DVB T/T2/C/S/S2
Analog TunerYes
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