LG TV model number decode, LED, NanoCell, QNED, OLED 2011-2026

This article was updated in 2026.


LG uses various model numbering systems across its TV lineups. A specific letter in the model number indicates the year of manufacture, while OLED TV models typically use a number corresponding to the year of manufacture, making them easier to identify.

LG TV model numbers contain key information about the TV, including the year of release, sales region, and technical specifications such as tuner configuration.

Different families of LG TVs use different numbering formats. OLED, QNED, MicroRGB, NanoCell, and LED TVs follow their own model number structure, reflecting the display technology and product series.

Understanding LG TV model numbers helps buyers quickly determine a TV’s year of manufacture and compare models, especially when TVs from different years are available at the same time.

LG TV model number structure


The LG TV model number is divided into several sections, each providing specific information about the TV. A detailed explanation of these sections is given below.

The first part of the model number identifies the TV’s main characteristics, including the display technology and screen size. Screen size is specified in inches measured diagonally and is one of the most important factors when choosing a TV.

The next section contains the model identifier and the year of development. LG uses a specific letter, and in some OLED models a number, to indicate the model year, making it easy to distinguish TVs released in different years.

The final section provides additional details about the TV, including specific features, the type of digital tuner, and the market or region for which the TV was manufactured.

LG LED TV model number decode, since 2018 (2018-2026)

The model number of LG LED TVs gives a detailed idea of their features and specifications, and in 2018 LG made a significant change to this numbering system. The model number now includes letters indicating the model, tuner type, and design features. The typical sequence in these model numbers is “PUA.” Still, variations depend on factors such as country of sale or special orders from major retailers, resulting in alternatives such as “AUA.”

To give you an example, let’s decode the model number 65UA7700PUB:

65 – This denotes the screen size of the TV in inches.

U – This letter denotes the type of TV. In LG LED TVs, different letters denote different types of displays:
S: Super UHD
U: UHD
L: LED TV with Full HD resolution.

A – This letter indicates the year of development. Each year has a different letter:
K: 2018
M: 2019
N: 2020
P: 2021
Q: 2022
R: 2023
T: 2024
A: 2025
B: 2026

7 – This number indicates the series of the TV in the lineup, the higher the number, the better the TV.

700 – Indicates the model modification of the TV.

P – This designation indicates technical modifications, which often signify the production of special batches of televisions for sale through major retail chains; designations such as A, B, or Z may be encountered.

U – This letter indicates the type of digital tuner in the TV. Tuner types are labeled with different letters for different regions and standards, such as:
U: ATSC, Clear QAM (USA, Canada, Mexico).
L: DVB T/T2/T2/T2HD/C/S/S2 (Europe, Turkey, Russia)
N: ATSC 3.0-ATSC 1.0 (South Korea).
S: SBTVD (Brazil, Argentina, Chile)
J: BS 110 (Japan)
V: DVB-T2/C/S2 (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Kuwait, South Africa)
T: MPEG-2/4 DVB-T2 (Australia, Singapore, Australia, India)
No: DVB-T2/C/S2 (New Zealand)
C: DTMB (China, Hong Kong). And so on, covering different world standards and the number of tuners on the TV.

B – This letter indicates the TV’s design features, usually the color of the frame around the screen and the shape of the stand.

In summary, the model number 65UA7700PUB describes a 65-inch UHD LG TV from the UA series, with a specific model variant, retailer production modification, North American tuner type, and design revision B.

Old LG TV model numbers 2011-2017 decode

The model number structure of LG TVs before 2018 followed a different, more simplified format that applied to all TV lines. This structure clearly explains the TV’s key features and specifications. Let’s decipher the model number ‘49LF631V‘ as an example to illustrate this system:

  • 49 – this number stands for the TV screen size in inches. This is a universal measure in the television industry.
  • L – this letter denotes the type of TV screen. The different types of screens are labeled as follows:
    • S: Super UHD
    • U: UHD
    • E: OLED (used until 2016)
    • L: LED
    • P: Plasma (used until 2012)
  • F – This letter indicates the TV model’s development year. Each letter corresponds to a specific year, and “F” stands for this model’s development year.
  • 6 – This number indicates the series of the TV in the lineup.
  • 3 – This number indicates a specific model in the series.
  • 1 – This number indicates the design variations of this TV model.
  • V – This letter indicates the type of digital tuner in the TV. Different letters indicate different types of tuners:
    • T: DVB-T digital tuner
    • C: DVB-C digital tuner
    • S: DVB-S2/T/C digital tuner
    • V: DVB-S2/T2/C digital tuner.

In regions such as the United States and Canada, the tuner type letter designation is not used because only ATSC tuners are used, eliminating the need to include this characteristic in the model number.

LG OLED TV model number 2016-2026

Since the launch of LG OLED TVs in 2015, LG initially used a model numbering system similar to the one found on its LED TVs. In 2016, the company introduced a dedicated model number structure for OLED TVs, making it easier for consumers to identify and distinguish OLED models from the rest of the TV lineup.

OLED65C6PUA

OLED – Identifies the TV series, indicating that the model belongs to LG’s OLED lineup.

65 – Represents the screen size in inches.

C – A TV model from the OLED line. Depending on the model, TVs have certain special features or technical parameters.

  • B, C – Entry-level OLED TVs
  • G – OLED TVs with improved displays, high brightness and an extended display warranty.
  • W – OLED TVs with a “wallpaper” design consist of two parts: the display and the external unit. This design allows the display to be mounted flush against the wall.
  • R – Rollable OLED TVs.
  • Z – 8K OLED TVs.
  • M – Wireless OLED TVs, where the display panel is separated from the main electronics unit containing the motherboard and ports. Video and audio signals are transmitted wirelessly to the screen.

3 – Indicates the model year, corresponding to the last digit or character of the production year:

  • 6 – 2016, 2026
  • 7 – 2017
  • 8 – 2018
  • 9 – 2019
  • X – 2020
  • 1 – 2021
  • 2 – 2022
  • 3 – 2023
  • 4 – 2024
  • 5 – 2025

P – In 2016, this letter identified the tuner type. Since 2018, it has been used to distinguish TV variants, including retailer-specific versions or models with minor technical differences within the same series.

U – Specifies the digital tuner configuration. The letter varies depending on the regional broadcasting standards supported by the TV.

A – Denotes the design version or specific design features of the TV.

LG NANO, QNED, and Micro RGB TV model numbers

The LG NanoCell TV model numbering system was introduced in 2020. This line of TVs was positioned slightly above budget LED TVs. In 2021, the QNED TV lineup was introduced, featuring improved LED displays that use quantum dot materials. In 2025, the Micro RGB series was introduced. These are also LED TVs, but with pixel-level backlighting, according to LG.

To understand how LG QNED TV model numbers work, let’s use the 75QNED84BUA model as an example.

75 – Screen size in inches.

QNED – LG’s premium LED TV lineup that uses Quantum Dot technology.

NANO – The NanoCell TV lineup, positioned above standard LED TVs but below QNED models.

MRGB – Micro RGB TVs featuring advanced LED backlighting technology.

8 – Indicates the TV series within the lineup.

4 – Identifies a specific model within that series.

U – Indicates the digital tuner type and sales region. Different letters are used for various tuner configurations and regional standards, similar to LG OLED TVs.

B – Indicates the model year:

  • N — 2020
  • P — 2021
  • Q — 2022
  • R — 2023
  • T — 2024
  • A — 2025
  • B — 2026

A – Indicates design variations of the TV, usually related to the stand, frame, or other cosmetic changes.

LG Lifestyle TV model numbers

The LG Lifestyle TV series, introduced in 2022, consists of designer TVs with unique features, such as a retro-style TV on tall legs. Unfortunately, as experience has shown, these TVs are not very popular, and their production is gradually being phased out.

To understand how LG assigns model numbers in this series, let’s look at the 48LX1QPUA model as an example.

48 – Indicates the screen size in inches.

L – Indicates that the product is part of the LG Lifestyle TV lineup.

X1 — A product code indicating a specific concept or design of the Lifestyle TV. Different codes denote different products within the series:

X1 — LG OLED Objet Collection Posé

X3 — OLED Flex Smart TV with a flexible screen

X5 — LG StanbyME Go, a 27-inch touchscreen display integrated into a portable, briefcase-style case

Q – Indicates the model’s year of release, similar to LED TVs.

PUA – Indicates the tuner configuration and regional specifications.

What year is my LG TV?

If you want to quickly find out the model year of your TV, you can refer to the table listing all the model year codes for LG TVs.

YearLED TVNano, QNED, MRGBOLED
2026BB6
2025AA5
2024TT4
2023RR3
2022QQ2
2021PP1
2020NNX
2019MM9
2018KK8
2017J7
2016H6
2015F, G
2014B, C
2013N, A
2012W, M, S
2011V

To accurately determine the release date of your LG TV, you will need its serial number. Unlike the model number, the serial number contains information about the specific date of manufacture, down to the month.

This information can be useful when checking warranty coverage or evaluating a used TV.

For more detailed information, see the article “Decoding LG TV Serial Numbers and SVC Codes,” which explains how to determine the release date based on the serial number.

84 COMMENTS

  1. I would recommend clearing the cache memory of the TV.
    You can’t start Smart (probably not enough memory). When you turn off the TV, the operative cache is cleared, but the long term cache is saved). I would especially recommend clearing the browser cache if you use it.

    What model of TV do you have?

  2. I often get an error message that reads “There is an error with this video.” There is a picture of a globe with circles around it. This always happens when I change from local stations to movies. I usually watch Pluto.

    The only way I know how to change this is if I turn off the TV for a hour or so and then turn it back on.

    My TV has local stations on one TV guide and movies on another. Does anyone know how to change this without turning the TV off?

  4. Thank you for holding out this site.
    I have read through all the info and most of the chat without being able to find info. reg. the LG TV I’m looking at buying OLED65CS6 but can not figure out the meaning or the letters: S6

    I would appreciate your opinion.

  7. I have many Commercial units 55LW340C,55UV340C 43LX340C from 32″ to 55″. Is there a way to know the bezel color from the model numbers? I have Gray bezel and Black bezel TV’s. I like order replacements but need to know the bezel colors to match existing Tv’s.

    Thanks

  9. I can not find LG Tv model number 32LN5130 to up to date the software.

  10. Tuettujen laitteiden minimi käyttöjärjestelmä on WebOS 4.0 ja uudemmat
    55UJ651V-ZA WebOS 3.5 Tämä televisio ei tue Discovery +

    The minimum operating system to support Discovery+ on LG TV is WebOS 4.0 or higher.
    55UJ651V-ZA WebOS 3.5 This TV does not support Discovery+.

  12. Your TV was released in 2012. The software update is only 4 years old. Your TV is very old. Updates have not been released since 2016.

  15. Power supplies in modern TVs are universal, they work with any voltage from 100 to 250 volts and 50/60 Hz.

  16. Since I’m not smart enough to figure it out: Is there something here (https://research.encompass.com/ZEN/sm/OLED65C1PUB.pdf) that proves that LG’s OLED65C1PUB works with both 110 and 220v?
    It does seem to suggest that, even though the voltage info on the sticker at the back of the TV says only 110v (but 50/60hz, interestingly). Plus the info on CXs Power Supply boards displaying both 110 and 220v.
    Thank you!

  18. No, I don’t know, this information is probably known to the service centers. For the buyer of the TV, it is useless.

  20. D – 4th generation model
    MF – the country code for which the TV is made
    QLJP – code of components, screen, main board, etc.
    Service centers need this information to identify TV components for repair.

  21. What is the meaning of those letters after the PVA ?
    New 2021 TV
    OLED55C1PVA.DMFQLJP
    Thanks

  24. It could be a different color of some design element. For example, LG had different models that differed in the color of the plastic with the LG logo on it. Never mind that. If it is important to you, look at the TV in the store.

  25. Hi. What might be the difference between 2021 models 65UP80006LA and 65UP80006LR (just one letter, A or R)? Article suggests that it should have something to do with design, but pics on LG UK website are identical (and it seems that both models link to same jpg files). “Compare” feature there is no use also. Price monitoring websites had A model first appear in May, while R pops up only in September.

  26. The TVs are made on the same platform but designed for different countries
    OLED48A13LA – Slovakia
    OLED48A16LA – UK
    OLED48A19LA – Germany, Austria
    Can have differences at the software level, for example in the UK popular service Freeview Play it is pre-installed on a TV made for UK.
    There are also differences in warranty, for example OLED48A16LA – 5 year premium OLED panel warranty on LG Z1 and G1 OLED TVs – this extended warranty is applicable to the panel only. The consumer will be charged for labour after the 12 month product warranty has expired. No registration required. Available in the UK only
    Different warranty conditions, different cost

  27. Hiya,
    Great source! I was wondering though I see 3 versions of a certain LG OLED I’m looking at in several stores ( in several EU countries) and found one place saying they are aliases, but the price difference makes me suspect otherwise.
    Do you know if or what the difference is between the LG OLED48A13LA OLED48A16LA and the OLED48A19LA?

    Thanks in advance,
    -Tuonra

  28. TVs with digital tuners
    55UN7310PSC – TV made for Brazil with SBTVD digital tuner
    55UN7310PDC – TV for Colombia with DVB-T/T2 digital tuner

    Depending on what country you are from, if you buy a 55UN7310PDC in Brazil you won’t be able to watch terrestrial TV and vice versa.

  29. Hi there,
    I’m looking to buy a new 55 inch LG tv to replace my old 40 inch plasma Panasonic.
    There are two options which are within my budget which are very similar and have a slight price difference of only 30 USD.
    55UN7310PSC is cheaper and 55UN7310PDC a little more expensive.
    Can someone please explain the difference between these 2 models?
    Thanks in advance.

  32. Unfortunately, I don’t know the difference between the C1 and CX panels.

  33. First of all, I appreciate your prompt response for every question. The reason why I wanted to know if an OLED panel is meant for specific model is, my OLED panel needs to be replaced and when they do that, how would I know if it’s the one meant for C1 or CX. So trying to find some answers what do I need to watch out for when they are replacing the panel. Your insights will help me get the right one.

    My TV is brand new, which is not even 2 weeks old, and I am facing with dead pixels since day 1 of installation. Yeah, its hurting me a lot and fighting with company to get a replacement. When they do that I need to make sure I am getting the right and genuine one.

  34. CTRQLJL is the coding of vendors and accessories, motherboard, OLED panel type, and so on. Don’t pay attention to them they are needed by the service centers. OLED panels can be different, the panel itself has the panel part number and the generation number REV.00. But you have to take the TV apart to see it.

  35. could you please explain the product code OLED65C1PTZ.CTRQLJL? I dont understand what those characters CTRQLJL mean after ‘.’.

    And also, how could you know if an OLED panel is meant for specific model. I mean CX, C1 everything looks same except for Processor. Do these models share same OLED panel? And are there any explanation for OLED Panel Serial numbers?

  38. My LG TV has a dead main board. I can’t find the necessary part anywhere! My model number is also a mystery. It’s 55UK6500MLA and the replace part number I need is 9CEBT000-0271
    Any suggestions or additional info?

  39. UA.BUSYLOR
    UA region for which the TV is manufactured
    B – revision number of TV set
    US – code of the country for which the TV is produced.
    YLOR – technical information about components, needed by service centers for correct spare parts selection.

  40. Hi. i have a LG 65UJ6300-UA
    Service code 65UJ6300-UA.BUSYLOR
    What does the UA.BUSYLOR mean

  41. Yes, it’s an LG television.
    BZUA
    B – modification
    Z – Determines which country or region the TV is made for. Z -US
    U – Type of ATSC digital tuner (US, Canada)
    A – design

  42. My TV MODEL SAYS LG32LM577BZUA. IS THIS A REAL LG TV? If so what do the letters BZUA MEAN?

  44. Can you break down this number please 55UU340C ? I haven’t been able to find anything on the UU or what year it was made.

  48. No!
    format 2019 32LMXXXXPUA (2018-2021)
    format 2012 32LM631C0ZA (2011-2017)

  50. 32 – diagonal screen inch
    L – LED TV
    M – 2012
    6- series
    3 – model
    1 – design
    С – digital tuner DVB-C
    0 – modification
    ZA – sales region Europe

  53. 32LG50-UA.AU8OLJM. Serial # 806MXEZ2Y660 is the information on the back of my LG Television. Can you help me decode what this means. It’s an older set, I think, and if I followed your instructions correctly, it was made in June of 2008 but I’m not sure. Please help me.

  54. Unfortunately it is not possible to determine the model of the TV using this data.

  55. hi there, ive just looked through ALL this info and im still at a loss, unless i have the model number wrong, the only thing i can find on the back of the TV is MCR65154004 and underneth it is (REV03) ive been trying to work out how to get a content store on it but all i can work out is its to old? if it is i guess im doomed and will be watching things on the computer forever or till we win lotto LoL! can someone please shed some light on this for me? thanks in advance 🙂

  56. Yes, you’re right, we don’t know for sure if there are other differences.

  57. Great, many thanks!
    Are you aware of any technical differences between the OLED55BX6/3LB and the OLED55BX9LB? As to my understanding, the BX9LB is build for the German market and has two-triple tuners whereas the OLED55BX6/3LB is build for the English market (?) and has one triple-tuner. Do you know whether this is true and if there are other major differences between those two?

  58. Supports 4K@100Hz, eARC(Enhanced Audio Return Channel), VRR (Variable Refresh Rate), ALLM (Automatic Low Latency Mode) as specified in HDMI 2.1 (2port) number 3,4
    LG BX3LB

  59. Thanks a lot. Do you know whether the OLED 55BX3LB support full HDMI 2.1 at all on one of the HDMI ports? If yes, which of the 4 is the HDMI 2.1 port?

  61. Why my TV LG 55UF680T can not support channels with the same system hevc h.265

  63. I have a 2011 LG Televion. Can I use headless headphones from my tv and how should I connect it if I can

  64. Waarschijnlijk heb je een model OLED65GX3LA, dit is een tv-toestel voor Polen. De technische parameters zijn hetzelfde.

  65. Hallo, ik heb gister een LG OLED tv gekocht.
    Ik heb echter een ander type nummer gekregen dan besteld.
    Namelijk geleverd: LG OLED65GX3PLA
    Besteld: LG OLED65GX6PLA

    Is dit kwalijk of is het verschil te negeren en betreft het alleen een tv uit een ander land?
    Of zijn er echt daadwerkelijke grote verschillen?

    Alvast bedankt.

  68. I don’t think it was an error due to the same model came printed by LG in the box.
    Also I found a LG article about an offer just for Sam’s Club (Mexico) saying that the OLED55BX5PU is going to be cheaper…
    anyway if the specs will be the same I dont care if the model have al the alphabet in it, thank you so much!

  69. This is a modification of the TV, for example in Europe, it means a modification for a certain country. In your case, it is most likely a PUA, it is a TV for the North American market, 5UA TV only for Mexico.
    The information is sometimes updated by LG on the official website later.
    The difference only in service, If you buy a TV in Mexico and bring it to the U.S., it has no Samsung warranty.
    5PU – this is most likely an error, there should be 5UA (A or other letter).

  70. Hi Im from MÉXICO and I get a OLED55BX5PU.
    Does Somebody know what is the meaning of the “5”? Im afraid of its specs being different from OLED55BXPUA, I want to know why doesn’t exist info online about this model with the 5

  71. Yes, now all TV sets work from 100V to 250V. But just in case, check before buying.

  73. These TV versions are correct, but produced for different countries, Germany 9

  74. Looks like the German versions are 8 and 9 correct?
    At least these are mainly offered in Germany.

    Thanks!

  75. 3 – TV for Poland and Latvia
    A, B, С – these are minor changes between models, in principle not to be ignored.
    OLED 48CX – is available in the following versions
    OLED48CX3LB
    OLED48CX6LB
    OLED48CX9LB
    OLED48CX5LC
    OLED48CX8LC

  76. For which country is then “3” LG OLED48CX3LB?
    Can anybody decrypt the last letter which describes the design (A, B, C)?

  80. Yes it is possible, TVs have the same technical specifications. But boards can be made by different manufacturers. For this, different model numbers are used.

  81. Hi, good info, in the UK we have the CX6LA and CX5LB, LG support said they have different internal boards, not sure how much truth there is to that?

  82. CX9LA
    C – model TV
    X – 2020
    8 – TV for Germany, 9-TV for Austria
    A,C,B-minor design changes

  83. The last 3 symbol clarification is not longer complete in 2020 since the new 2020 (X) models have a number AFTER the X where the region is supposed to be. Right now I am looking at 3 variations: CX9LA, CX8LC and CX9LB. Could you please explain those? Because the price is wildly different between those but they are all sold in the same store

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