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LG 86UT8000AUA 86" specifications and in-depth review

LG 86UT8000AUA 86"

Manufacturer: LG

The LG 86UT8000AUA is an 85.6″ 4K LCD television with LED backlighting, built around LG's smart TV platform with built-in Chromecast and AirPlay for straightforward casting from both Android and Apple devices. It works with Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa for voice control, supports smartphone remote operation, USB recording, a web browser, sleep timer, and child lock, covering the core bases of a fully connected living room setup.

The display resolves at 3840 x 2160 pixels at 51 ppi across the 85.6″ panel, with 10-bit colour depth rendering up to 1,070 million colours. It supports HDR10 and HLG, though HDR10+ and Dolby Vision are absent, and the refresh rate is 60Hz with no adaptive synchronisation. An anti-reflection coating and ambient light sensor are fitted, with 178° viewing angles on both axes. Audio is handled by a 2 x 10W stereo system supporting Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Audio, and DTS-HD High Resolution, with both HDMI ARC and eARC available for external audio devices. Connectivity covers three HDMI 2.1 ports, two USB ports, an RJ45 port, Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.1, Miracast, and a full DVB tuner suite including DVB-T2, DVB-C, and DVB-S2.

Pros
  • Built-in Chromecast and AirPlay cover both Android and Apple casting ecosystems without any additional hardware required
  • Three HDMI 2.1 ports provide ample input options for connecting multiple devices simultaneously
  • Compatible with both Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa, offering flexibility for different voice-control and smart home setups
  • Audio codec support includes Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Audio, and DTS-HD High Resolution, covering a broader range of formats than many sets in this category
  • Both HDMI ARC and eARC are present, supporting a wide range of external audio equipment from soundbars to full AV receivers
  • Standby power consumption is rated at just 0.5W, keeping idle energy draw minimal despite the large screen size
Cons
  • The 60Hz refresh rate and absence of any adaptive synchronisation technology make this TV unsuitable for gaming use cases that require smooth, high-frame-rate output
  • HDR10+ and Dolby Vision are both unsupported, limiting compatibility with content mastered in those HDR formats
  • Dolby Atmos is not available, which reduces the immersiveness of the built-in audio system for supported content
  • At 45,904 g, the physical weight requires careful planning for wall mounting or repositioning
  • The warranty period is only 1 year, which is notably short for a large-screen television
  • Annual power consumption is rated at 412 kWh, reflecting the higher energy demands of an 85.6-inch panel running at 224W during operation
Who is this for?

The LG 86UT8000AUA is well matched to large living rooms where a wide viewing area and broad 178° viewing angles allow comfortable watching from multiple seating positions. Households that use a mix of Android and Apple devices will find the built-in Chromecast and AirPlay particularly practical, removing the need for additional streaming hardware. The dual voice assistant compatibility — Google Assistant and Alexa — makes it a natural fit for smart home setups built around either ecosystem, and the inclusion of three HDMI 2.1 ports suits users who regularly switch between multiple connected sources such as set-top boxes, game consoles, or media players. USB recording adds further value for viewers who want to time-shift broadcast content.

Who is this NOT for?

Users who plan to use this TV for gaming will find the 60Hz refresh rate and absence of adaptive synchronisation a meaningful limitation, particularly as frame rates and motion smoothness become increasingly important for that use case. Those with a strong preference for the widest HDR format coverage will also be constrained, as HDR10+ and Dolby Vision are both unsupported, narrowing compatibility with a portion of streaming HDR content. The 85.6″ panel size and weight of nearly 46 kg make it impractical for smaller rooms or situations where the TV needs to be moved or repositioned frequently, and the 1-year warranty may give pause to buyers who expect longer manufacturer coverage on a large-screen investment.

Display:

display resolution 4K (UHD)
Display type LED-backlit, LCD
screen size 85.6"
resolution 3840 x 2160 px
pixel density 51 ppi
display colors 1070 million
bit depth 10-bit
refresh rate 60Hz
supports HDR10 ✓
supports HDR10+ ✕
supports HLG ✓
Adaptive synchronization None
has anti-reflection coating ✓
has an ambient light sensor ✓
maximum horizontal viewing angle 178º
maximum vertical viewing angle 178º

The LG 86UT8000AUA uses an 85.6″ LED-backlit LCD panel with a 4K (UHD) resolution of 3840 x 2160 pixels at 51 ppi, processed through a 10-bit colour pipeline capable of displaying up to 1,070 million colours. The refresh rate is 60Hz and no adaptive synchronisation technology is available. HDR10 and HLG are both supported, while HDR10+ is not. The panel includes an anti-reflection coating and an ambient light sensor, and offers 178° viewing angles both horizontally and vertically.

Connectivity:

Has Bluetooth ✓
HDMI version HDMI 2.1
HDMI ports 3
supports Wi-Fi ✓
Wi-Fi version Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
Bluetooth version 5.1
USB ports 2
RJ45 ports 1
supports Miracast ✓
has a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack ✕
has an external memory slot ✕
has a VGA connector ✕
DVB standards DVB-T, DVB-T2, DVB-C, DVB-S, DVB-S2
has a DVI connector ✕

Wired connections are handled by three HDMI 2.1 ports, two USB ports, and one RJ45 port, while the full DVB tuner suite covers DVB-T, DVB-T2, DVB-C, DVB-S, and DVB-S2. On the wireless side, the TV supports Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Bluetooth 5.1, and Miracast for screen mirroring. There is no 3.5mm headset jack, no external memory slot, and no VGA or DVI connector.

Audio:

supports Dolby Digital ✓
audio output power 2 x 10W
supports Digital Out ✓
supports Dolby Digital Plus ✓
has SRS TheaterSound HD ✕
has stereo speakers ✓
has Dolby Atmos ✕
has Dolby Audio ✓
supports Dolby Virtual ✕
has a subwoofer ✕
has a DTS-HD High Resolution ✓
HDMI ARC / eARC HDMI ARC, HDMI eARC

The built-in audio system delivers 2 x 10W through stereo speakers, with codec support spanning Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Audio, and DTS-HD High Resolution. Dolby Atmos, Dolby Virtual, and SRS TheaterSound HD are not supported, and there is no built-in subwoofer. Digital Out is available for routing audio externally, and both HDMI ARC and eARC are included for connecting soundbars or AV receivers.

Design:

width 1927.9 mm
weight 45904 g
thickness 60.9 mm
height 1104.9 mm
volume 129725.325639 cm³
Supports VESA mount ✓
maximum operating temperature 40 °C
lowest potential operating temperature 0 °C

The LG 86UT8000AUA measures 1927.9 mm wide, 1104.9 mm tall, and 60.9 mm thick, with a total volume of 129,725.33 cm³ and a weight of 45,904 g — a figure worth accounting for carefully when planning placement or wall mounting. VESA mount support is included for wall installation, and the set is rated to operate within a temperature range of 0 °C to 40 °C.

Features:

has Chromecast built-in ✓
has AirPlay ✓
has built-in smart TV ✓
compatible with Google Assistant ✓
works with Alexa ✓
works with Siri/Apple HomeKit ✕
supports a remote smartphone ✓
has a rechargeable remote control ✕
supports USB recording ✓
operating power consumption 224W
standby power consumption 0.5W
has a search browser ✓
has a sleep timer ✓
has a child lock ✓
annual power consumption 412 kWh
warranty period 1 years
has voice commands ✓

The smart TV platform includes built-in Chromecast and AirPlay, with compatibility for both Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa via voice commands — Siri and Apple HomeKit are not supported. Everyday usability features cover smartphone remote control, a web browser, USB recording, a sleep timer, and a child lock, while the physical remote itself is not rechargeable. Operating power consumption is rated at 224W, with a minimal standby draw of 0.5W and an annual consumption figure of 412 kWh. The set carries a 1-year warranty.

Miscellaneous:

has a front camera ✕

The LG 86UT8000AUA does not include a front-facing camera.

Final Verdict

The LG 86UT8000AUA is a large-format 4K television that makes a strong case for households wanting an expansive screen with genuine smart ecosystem versatility. Its built-in Chromecast, AirPlay, Google Assistant, and Alexa support — combined with three HDMI 2.1 ports, HDMI ARC and eARC, and a respectable audio codec lineup including DTS-HD High Resolution — give it a well-rounded feature set for everyday streaming, broadcast viewing, and multi-device households. The 60Hz refresh rate, absence of adaptive sync, and lack of HDR10+ and Dolby Vision do place real limits on its suitability for gaming and premium HDR content, and the considerable size and weight demand thoughtful installation planning. On balance, the LG 86UT8000AUA is best suited to viewers who want a large, connected living room television with broad platform compatibility rather than a display optimised for gaming performance or cinema-grade HDR reproduction.

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