Samsung QBC vs LG UH5Q-E — Commercial Display Comparison
Samsung QBC Series vs LG UH5Q-E Series: Specs and Prices Side by Side
The Samsung QBC and the LG UH5Q-E are both indoor 4K commercial displays with built-in signage software. The QBC is Samsung's entry line, rated for 16 hours a day. The UH5Q-E is brighter and rated by LG for 24/7 use, and it costs more. This page is the quick reference. Specs are from the Samsung QBC data sheet and the LG UH5Q-E spec sheet; prices are current DisplayDetails prices.
Specification Comparison
| Feature | Samsung QBC (43"–85") | LG UH5Q-E (43"–86") |
|---|---|---|
| Resolution | 3840x2160 (4K UHD) | 3840x2160 (4K UHD) |
| Brightness | 350 nit | Up to 500 nit |
| Operation | 16/7 | 24/7 |
| Platform | Tizen 7.0 + MagicINFO | webOS 8.0 (SuperSign sold separately) |
| Panel | VA, 4,000:1 contrast, 2% haze | ADS, 1,200:1 contrast, 25% haze |
| Connectivity | HDMI 2.0 x3, USB x2, RS-232C, RJ45, Wi-Fi, BT | HDMI x3, DisplayPort x1, USB x2, RS-232C, RJ45, Wi-Fi, BT |
| Dust rating | IP5x | IP5X |
| Bezel (even) | 11.5 mm (43"–65"), 13.4 mm (75"), 13.9 mm (85") | 11.4 mm (43"–65"), 12.9 mm (75"), 13.4 mm (86") |
| Sizes we stock | 43", 50", 55", 65", 75", 85" (plus 24" Full HD QB24C) | 43", 55", 65", 75", 86" |
Prices by Size
| Size | Samsung QBC | LG UH5Q-E |
|---|---|---|
| 43" | QB43C $696 | 43UH5Q-E $899 |
| 50" | QB50C $1,029 | Not stocked |
| 55" | QB55C $1,029 | 55UH5Q-E $1,295 |
| 65" | QB65C $1,338 | 65UH5Q-E $2,295 |
| 75" | QB75C $2,317.50 | 75UH5Q-E $3,495 |
| 85" / 86" | QB85C $3,603.97 | 86UH5Q-E $4,995 |
Our Recommendation
Choose Samsung QBC if the screen is off at night and sits in a normally lit interior: menu boards, conference rooms, reception, retail floors on standard hours. It costs less at every size, it has the higher contrast panel, and it fits fleets already on MagicINFO.
Choose LG UH5Q-E if the screen runs more than 16 hours a day or faces bright ambient light: hotel lobbies, 24-hour sites, wayfinding, lobbies with glass fronts. It is rated for 24/7, it is brighter, and it adds a DisplayPort input. It also suits fleets already on LG webOS.
For a longer take on cost and when the cheaper screen is enough, read our QBC vs UH5Q-E buying guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the LG UH5Q-E brighter than the Samsung QBC?
Yes. LG lists the UH5Q-E at up to 500 nits typical. Samsung lists the QBC at 350 nits.
Which one is rated for 24/7?
The LG UH5Q-E. Samsung rates the QBC for 16 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Do both have an IP dust rating?
Yes. Samsung lists IP5x for the QBC and LG lists IP5X for the UH5Q-E.
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