LG is betting on RGB LED technology to expand its presence in the high-brightness television market, but a review of the MRGB95B indicates that its current implementation cannot compete with the best alternatives despite its clear ability to produce a bright and vivid image. The 75-inch screen is the smallest of three sizes, and it costs $3,600.
The screen uses backlight zones containing separate red, green, and blue LEDs, rather than relying on white or blue lighting with a color filter or quantum dots. This allows it to increase color brightness and display a wider range of colors. LG and Samsung use the name Micro RGB, while other companies use the term Mini RGB LED, but the smaller size of the LEDs does not automatically mean a greater number of zones or superior performance.
Strong Brightness Versus Problems in Dark Scenes
The reviewer measured a peak brightness of 4,011 nits in HDR Filmmaker mode, making the screen suitable for rooms that receive strong natural light. It also covers 100% of the P3 gamut used in films and approximately 90% of the larger BT.2020 gamut, delivering vivid colors.
However, performance does not maintain the same level in dark areas. Details near black are difficult to distinguish, and light halos appear around bright elements within dark scenes, such as subtitles. According to the review, blooming in these situations is more noticeable than on other RGB LED screens.
Color Accuracy and Reflections Weaken the Experience
Even in Filmmaker mode, the image leans toward light blue; white clouds appear with a slight blue tint, and skin tones look cooler than desired. The reviewer considers this problem unacceptable in a television priced at $3,600, even if users may become accustomed to it after some time.
The screen's glossy layer is one of its most irritating weaknesses. When lamps are turned on or a light source is positioned opposite the screen, rainbow reflections appear clearly, particularly in dark scenes. Colors are also affected when viewing from a side angle, a problem common among LED screens in general.
Specifications and Software
- Four HDMI 2.1 ports, one of which supports eARC.
- Support for Dolby Vision, HDR10, and HLG, without Dolby Vision 2 or HDR10+.
- webOS 26 and the main streaming apps.
- Support for VRR, ALLM, Game Optimizer, and G-Sync compatibility.
- 75-, 86-, and 100-inch sizes.
The webOS platform operates quickly, but the review considers it less convenient to navigate than Google TV, Apple TV, and Roku. The screen can be set up without agreeing to the terms of use and privacy policy if the user does not want to run webOS; however, streaming through apps will then require an external device connected to the screen.
What Does This Change for Buyers in Practice?
The MRGB95B makes sense for someone who needs high brightness in a bright room and is willing to position the screen away from lamps and windows, but it does not offer a convincing balance between price and picture quality. The comparison indicates that the 75-inch Sony Bravia 7 II is $1,300 cheaper, with better color accuracy and improved handling of reflections, while the Hisense UR9 offers similar performance at a lower price.
The strongest competition comes from similarly priced OLED screens, such as the LG G6 OLED and Samsung S95H. Although OLED is less bright, it provides strong contrast by turning off each pixel individually and does not suffer from blooming; it also offers better color accuracy and viewing angles. The review therefore concludes that the MRGB95B may be the strongest argument for buying an LG OLED rather than being a convincing alternative to it.