LG vs Samsung TVs on Boxing Day: Which to Buy?

Choose the TV that fits your furniture, connects to your equipment and supports the services you watch. Start with those requirements before comparing prices.

This comparison uses manufacturer specifications checked on 3 October 2026 for two 55-inch 2026 4K LED models. No matched picture-quality test or verified Boxing Day price winner is established. For wider ranges, see the LG and Samsung guides.

Compare the same size and model year

Match the full code on the seller’s listing. The LG retailer example below uses the suffix .AEKQ.

What to check	LG 55NU800B6LA specification	Samsung UE55U8000HKXXU specification
Stand width × depth	1086 × 292mm	812.6 × 199mm
TV width × height × depth, with stand	1226 × 778 × 292mm	1224.6 × 760 × 199mm
Connections	Three HDMI; eARC on HDMI 2; one USB	Three HDMI; eARC; one USB-A
Published gaming detail	VRR up to 60Hz	HDMI 1, 2 and 3 list 4K at 60Hz
HDR formats listed	HDR10 and HLG	HDR10+
Smart platform	webOS 26	Tizen

Measure the cabinet and the space around the screen, including room for cables. The stand dimensions can rule out a set before picture preferences or sale prices enter the decision. Include your soundbar when counting the HDMI sockets you need.

Check gaming and streaming requirements

Samsung separately lists DLG 120Hz; that label does not establish 4K at 120Hz input. Check the supported input modes for your console requirements.

Both manufacturers require an account for network smart services; some services need a separate subscription.

Check each must-have app on the exact UK model. This research has not confirmed BBC iPlayer support for either model; that does not establish that the app is unavailable.

Try the menus and remote if you can. For reflections, motion and darker scenes, look for tests of the precise model and size with stated conditions. A supported HDR format alone cannot establish how bright a screen gets or which picture you will prefer.

Compare the seller’s cover and complete price

Cover can differ even when two shops sell the same TV. LG’s UK warranty guide lists 12 months of parts and labour for standard TV cover. Samsung’s warranty guide lists 12 months for TVs of 37 inches and above, subject to the supplied product terms. Both guides were checked on 3 October 2026.

The John Lewis listing for LG 55NU800B6LA.AEKQ includes a five-year retailer guarantee, checked on the same date. App availability is excluded. This is a seller-specific term: compare covered faults, exclusions and any registration requirements rather than adding overlapping guarantee periods together.

The £500 TV budget guide gives a dated cost example for that LG package. No comparable delivered Samsung quote was verified here, so one side’s price cannot establish a winner. Compare exact models, condition, delivery and any installation or recycling you need at Currys, John Lewis and Amazon.

Use the TV deals guide for wider category choices and the Boxing Day shopping checklist to record your shortlist.

FAQ

Which of these LG and Samsung TVs needs a smaller cabinet?

Use the stand measurements in the table, then check the screen dimensions and the furniture’s support requirements. Allow room for cables and safe positioning.

Does DLG 120Hz mean the Samsung accepts 4K at 120Hz?

No such input capability is established here. Compare the published input modes above with your console or PC requirements.

Are Boxing Day TV deals better for LG or Samsung?

No brand-wide or 2026 price winner is established here. Compare the exact model, delivered total and included cover against earlier observations and other sellers. A percentage reduction from a different reference price does not settle the choice.

Should I wait for January instead?

Use your replacement deadline, required features and a price you would accept. This guide has no evidence that either period will be cheaper for these models or that a particular set will sell out.