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Samsung vs LG Smart TVs: Which Is Better for Streaming?

Illustration of a Smart TV showing a streaming app

Quick answer

Is Samsung or LG better for streaming?

Both stream well. Samsung (Tizen) and LG (webOS) each have their own app store and similar menus. Check the model is 2018 or newer, has an Ethernet port and supports 4K HDR if you want the best picture.

Samsung (Tizen) and LG (webOS) are the two best-selling Smart TV brands in the UK. Both run streaming apps well; the differences are in app choice, menus and connections.

Samsung (Tizen)LG (webOS)
App storeSamsung AppsLG Content Store
MenusRow along the bottomRow along the bottom, pointer remote
Ethernet portMost modelsMost models
AirPlayMany recent modelsMany recent models

Things to check before you buy

  • Is the model from 2018 or later? Newer models support more apps.
  • Does it have an Ethernet port for a wired connection?
  • Do you want 4K and HDR for sport and films?

Setting up

Follow the Samsung guide or LG guide, or the general IPTV Smart TV guide for other brands.