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LG E99LG55UP8000PUA 55" 4K Smart UHD TV Bundle

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The LG 55UP8000PUA brings real 4K picture quality and the smart webOS platform to your living room with a 2-year extended protection plan baked into the bundle price.

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Overview

The LG 55UP8000PUA is a 55-inch 4K UHD Smart TV that delivers a Real 4K display — not upscaled from a lower panel resolution — powered by LG's Quad Core Processor 4K. What that processing engine actually does for the viewer is meaningful: it analyzes and enhances each scene in real time, sharpening edges, adjusting contrast, and reducing noise on lower-quality source signals. Active HDR support (HDR10 and HLG) means compatible streaming content and Blu-ray renders with a wider contrast range than standard dynamic range content, with brighter highlights and more nuanced shadows. The slim design is suited to most living room configurations, and the three HDMI inputs with ARC support cover a standard home theater setup of console, streaming device, and soundbar.

The webOS platform is what separates this TV from a basic panel — it's a genuinely well-designed smart TV OS that's fast to navigate, quick to launch apps, and reliably updated. LG ThinQ AI and the Magic Remote add voice control that actually works for channel switching, search, and smart home commands. For casual viewers, cord-cutters, and families who want a single device that handles all their streaming without a separate box, this TV covers the brief well. Gamers should note the 60Hz native limitation — this is not a gaming-first display. But for cinematic content, sports viewing, and everyday streaming, the UP8000PUA punches solidly at its price tier, and the bundled 2-year extended warranty provides real financial protection against the cost of a TV repair or replacement.

Key Features

LG USA AUTHORIZED - Includes 2 Year Extended Protection Plan in ADDITION to the Included FULL Manufacturer Protection

The rich 4K displays of LG UHD TVs deliver quality you can see in every scene. Enjoy bright colors, high contrast and impeccable detail

Real 4K Display | Cinema / Slim Design | Quad Core Processor 4K | TruMotion 120 (60Hz Native) | webOS + LG ThinQ AI w/ Magic Remote | Active HDR (HDR10, HLG)

Connections: Wi-Fi Certified 802.11ac | TV Tuner ATSC, Clear QAM | 3x HDMI Input | 2x USB Ports (v 2.0) | Ethernet Input | Bluetooth Support Version 5.0 | HDMI-CEC (Simplink) | Smart Phone Connectivity | HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC) | RF Connection Input (Antenna/Cable) | Digital Audio Output (Optical)

BUNDLE INCLUDES: LG 55 Inch 4K UHD Smart webOS TV | Magic Remote Control | 1 Year Premium Extended Service Plan (2 Years Total) Including Accidental Damage, and Burn in Protection as well as Free Tech Support and Remote Control Replacement (“hot swap” no questions asked)

Specifications

Screen Size
55 inches
Display Type
Real 4K UHD LED LCD
Resolution
3840 x 2160 (4K)
Processor
Quad Core Processor 4K
Refresh Rate
TruMotion 120 (Native 60Hz)
HDR Support
Active HDR (HDR10, HLG)
Smart Platform
webOS + LG ThinQ AI
Remote
Magic Remote (included)
Audio
Dolby Atmos
HDMI
3x (1 with ARC)
USB
2x USB 2.0
Wireless
Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Bluetooth 5.0
Wired Network
Ethernet
HDMI-CEC
Yes (Simplink)
Warranty (Bundle)
2 years total (1 yr manufacturer + 1 yr extended with accidental damage)

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Real 4K display with Quad Core Processor 4K upscales 1080p and lower-resolution content in real time, so streaming services, cable, and older media all look closer to 4K quality rather than appearing soft on the large screen.
  • Real 4K display with Quad Core Processor 4K delivers noticeably sharper, more detailed image quality than 1080p or upscaled alternatives at this screen size
  • webOS smart platform is fast, intuitive, and supports all major streaming services without an external streaming device
  • webOS with LG ThinQ AI provides a genuinely fast and intuitive smart TV interface — app launches, voice search via the Magic Remote, and home screen navigation feel snappy in a way that budget smart TV platforms do not.
  • Three HDMI inputs plus 2 USB ports give enough physical connectivity for a typical living room setup (console, soundbar ARC, streaming stick) without requiring an external HDMI switch.
  • Active HDR with HDR10 and HLG support expands dynamic range for compatible content, improving highlight and shadow detail
  • Magic Remote with ThinQ AI voice control reduces the friction of navigating content across multiple apps
  • Active HDR support (HDR10, HLG) and Dolby Atmos audio processing deliver noticeable improvements in visual depth and audio immersion on HDR and Dolby content from compatible streaming sources.
  • The bundle's 2-year extended warranty with accidental damage coverage and no-questions-asked Magic Remote replacement adds meaningful purchase protection that off-the-shelf TV purchases without extended coverage cannot provide.
  • Bundled 2-year extended protection plan including accidental damage and burn-in coverage adds meaningful long-term peace of mind

👎 Cons

  • Native panel refresh rate is 60Hz despite the TruMotion 120 marketing — competitive gamers who require true native 120Hz input from a PlayStation 5 or Xbox Series X at 120fps will need to look at higher-tier LG models.
  • Native panel refresh rate is 60Hz — TruMotion 120 is interpolation, not true 120Hz input support, which limits next-gen console gaming performance
  • No HDMI 2.1 ports means 4K/120Hz gaming from PS5 or Xbox Series X is not supported on this TV
  • The UP8000 series uses LG's LCD/LED panel technology rather than OLED — black levels and contrast ratio are significantly lower than OLED alternatives at comparable price points, which is most visible in dark-room HDR content.
  • Dolby Vision support is referenced in the description but should be verified against LG's official spec sheet for the UP8000PUA model — HDR format support varies within the UP series, and Dolby Vision is not universal across it.
  • Wi-Fi is 802.11ac (Wi-Fi 5), which is standard but lacks the range and congestion resistance of Wi-Fi 6 in busy households
  • USB ports are limited to v2.0, capping playback speeds from external media drives compared to USB 3.0-equipped competitors
  • At 55 inches, the Quad Core Processor 4K upscaling handles native 4K content well, but upscaled cable and streaming content at compressed bitrates will reveal the processor's limitations at large viewing sizes.
  • Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) is the wireless standard on this model — homes with congested 2.4/5GHz Wi-Fi environments may experience streaming interruptions that a Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) model would handle more robustly.
  • No Dolby Vision support — HDR compatibility is limited to HDR10 and HLG, missing the more widely used Dolby Vision tier

Frequently Asked Questions

No — TruMotion 120 is LG's motion processing technology, but the native panel refresh rate is 60Hz. TruMotion 120 uses frame interpolation to create the appearance of smoother motion at an effective 120Hz. True 120Hz panels (common on higher-tier LG OLED models) accept native 120fps input from gaming consoles. For standard TV viewing and streaming, TruMotion 120 performs well; competitive gamers who want native 120Hz input should note the 60Hz panel limitation.
Yes — the UP8000PUA is a certified 4K Smart TV running webOS with built-in apps for Netflix, Disney+, Prime Video, and other major streaming services. The Quad Core Processor 4K handles upscaling for non-4K content as well. You'll need a plan tier that delivers 4K from those services, but the TV's hardware is ready.
TruMotion 120 is LG's motion processing technology, but the native panel refresh rate on the UP8000 series is 60Hz. The "120" refers to the effective frame rate achieved through frame interpolation. For native 120fps gaming or content, this TV does not support it — it's a 60Hz native display with motion enhancement.
Yes — the webOS smart platform includes native apps for major streaming services, and the TV supports Active HDR (HDR10 and HLG) for compatible HDR content. Dolby Vision is referenced in the description as Dolby Vision IQ; verify this against LG's spec sheet for the UP8000 model specifically, as HDR format support can vary within a product family.
The LG Magic Remote is a motion-sensitive wand-style remote that controls an on-screen pointer, voice control, and standard directional navigation. It pairs to the TV automatically on first use via Bluetooth. No additional setup is required — it is included in the bundle and ready to use out of the box.
The LG 55UP8000PUA has 3 HDMI inputs. One supports HDMI ARC (Audio Return Channel) for connecting a soundbar or AV receiver over HDMI without a separate optical cable. None of the ports on this model are HDMI 2.1, which limits 4K/120Hz input from gaming consoles.
Yes — the Magic Remote pairs via Bluetooth and includes built-in microphone support for LG ThinQ AI voice commands as well as Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa compatibility. You can control smart home devices, search for content, and adjust TV settings entirely by voice.
Yes — three HDMI inputs allows a game console, a streaming device, and an ARC-equipped soundbar to be connected simultaneously without switching cables. One of the HDMI ports supports ARC (Audio Return Channel) for soundbar audio passthrough from the TV's smart apps and OTA tuner. HDMI-CEC (Simplink) allows device control from a single remote.
The bundle includes a 1-year premium extended service plan (bringing total coverage to 2 years) from the LG USA authorized seller, covering accidental damage and burn-in protection. The "hot swap" remote control replacement is a practical benefit — if the Magic Remote is damaged or lost, it gets replaced no-questions-asked. For a TV at this price point, two years of accidental damage coverage is meaningfully valuable.
The bundle includes a 1-year premium extended service plan (2 years total with the manufacturer warranty) that covers accidental damage and burn-in protection, plus free tech support and a "hot swap" remote control replacement — no questions asked. This is administered by the authorized bundler, not LG directly.