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Sharp LC-55UB30U

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User ratings:
40
4.1 out of 5
40 user ratings
5 stars
32 %
4 stars
42 %
3 stars
25 %
2 stars
0 %
1 stars
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Editorial reviews:
7
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3.8 out of 5
4 user ratings
5 stars
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4 stars
75 %
3 stars
25 %
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Pros

  • solid 4K performance and an intuitive interface at a
  • solid 4K performance and an intuitive interface at a reasonable price
  • stars maintained their pinpoint precision

Cons

  • no blurry stars or streaky skies
  • tout cutting-edge features like voice recognition or built-in track pads
  • blocky transitions from heavy shadows to brighter areas

Key specs

  • Flat
  • 55 in
  • 3840, 2160 px
  • LCD
  • 60 Hz
  • yes
  • yes

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Sharp LC-55UB30U - Pros & Cons

Sharp LC-55UB30U

Pros

  • solid 4K performance and an intuitive interface at a
  • solid 4K performance and an intuitive interface at a reasonable price
  • stars maintained their pinpoint precision
  • Setup is quick and easy
  • looks crisp and detailed
  • the TV is very much capable of good grayscale tracking
  • great black levels and relatively good shadow detail for
  • Sharp s support line was helpful
  • Images were very refined with lots of detail and clarity
  • display has very good contrast and black level performance

Cons

  • no blurry stars or streaky skies
  • tout cutting-edge features like voice recognition or built-in track pads
  • blocky transitions from heavy shadows to brighter areas
  • woefully sluggish
  • TV veers a little off course in terms of traditional color accuracy
  • backlight bleed in the lower left corner
  • neon lights of NASA headquarters are particularly washed out and blue-toned
  • flesh tones are also a bit redder
  • color accuracy issues
  • poor off-axis viewing
  • massive TV that is onerous to haul around and unpack

Sharp LC-55UB30U - Technical Overview

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IconScreen size
55 in
Best:
Axen 8682442100917
Screen size: 123 in
IconRefresh rate
60 Hz
Best:
Panasonic TC-P55VT60
Refresh rate: 3000 Hz
IconResolution
3840 x 2160 px
Best:
Samsung QE82Q800TATXXU
Resolution: 7680 x 7320 px

Sharp LC-55UB30U - Full Specifications

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Display
Panel designFlat
Screen size55.0 in
Resolution3840 x 2160 px
Screen TechnologyLCD
LCD BacklightingLED
Aspect ratio16:9
Refresh rate60.0 Hz
Static Contrast Ratio4000:1
Dynamic Contrast Ratio4,000,000:1
Number of colors1.07 billion
Screen width47.62 in
Screen height26.79 in
Panel TypeAMVA3
Panel Bit Depth10 bits
Pixel Pitch0.01 in
Pixel Density80.0 ppi
Display Area91.41 %
Frame Rate Controlno
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Viewing distance
Optimal88.0 in
Minimum66.0 in
Maximum138.0 in
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Ergonomics
Vesa mountyes
Vesa interface type400x400mm
Removable standyes
Height adjustmentno
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Connectivity
HDMI portyes
Number of HDMI ports4
Number of USB ports2
USB 2.0 ports2
Component video (YPbPr/YCbCr) inyes
Number of component video (YPbPr/YCbCr) inputs1
Composite port inyes
Number of composite Inputs1
DVI portno
Digital Audio Ports1
Analogue 3.5mm portyes
Digital coaxial portyes
Digital optical portyes
MHLyes
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Body without stand
Height28.43 in
Width49.09 in
Weight41.91 lb
Depth2.83 in
Colour of productBlack
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Shipping
Height32.28 in
Width56.89 in
Weight41.91 lb
Depth5.98 in
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Frame interpolation
TechnologyAquoMotion 120
Interpolation Value120
Measurement UnitAM
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Image
File formats supported
  • JPEG/JPG
  • GIF
  • PNG
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Tuner
Tuner typeAnalog & Digital
CI+no
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Accessories
Accessories
  • IR blaster
  • Remote controller
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Audio properties
Built-in speaker(s)yes
Audio decoders
  • Dolby Digital
  • DTS
Speaker System
2-channel
File formats supported
  • AAC
  • MP3
  • WMA
  • WAV
Voice controlyes
Noise Reductionyes
Closed caption capabilityyes
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Features
Operating SystemSmart Central 3.0
Internet features
  • AccuWeather
  • CinemaNow
  • Flickr
  • Netflix
  • Pandora
  • Picasa
  • Rhapsody
  • Vudu
  • Web Browser
  • YouTube
Smart Tvyes
Video camerano
Local dimmingno
Parental controlyes
Sleep timeryes
Multiple languagesyes
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3d technology
3D Supportno
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Network
Wireless network (Wi-Fi)yes
Wi-Fi standards
  • 802.11b
  • 802.11g
  • 802.11n
Ethernetyes
USByes
Bluetoothyes
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Body with stand
Height29.81 in
Width49.09 in
Weight44.09 lb
Depth12.83 in
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Energy efficiency
Energy Star Certifiedyes
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Power
Voltage 220Vno
Voltage 110Vyes
Ac Frequency50.0 Hz
Power Consumption Sleep0.5 W
Power Consumption Average140.0 W
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Video
File formats supported
  • AVI
  • ASF
  • H.263
  • H.264
  • H.265
  • QuickTime
  • MP4
  • TS
  • VC-1
  • VP8
  • VP9
  • WMV
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Cpu
CPU TypeMStar MSD95C0H
CPU Cores4

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Sharp LC-55UB30U Sharp - Editorial Reviews (7)

3.8
Based on 7 reviews
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Sharp LC-55UB30U Sharp LC-55UB30U (LC55UB30U) Review; 4K TV
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Sharp LC-55UB30U (LC55UB30U) Review; 4K TV
4.1

Read reviews, compare prices, see features and specifications with our comprehensive coverage of the Sharp LC-70UD1U

Sharp LC-55UB30U Sharp LC-55UB30U Review
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PCMAG
Published: 16.07.2015
Sharp LC-55UB30U Review
4.0

Sharp's UB30 series of 4K HDTVs may be lacking in design, but they more than make up for it in performance and affordability.

Sharp LC-55UB30U Sharp LC55UB30U 4K Ultra HD TV Review - HDTVs and More
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Sharp LC55UB30U 4K Ultra HD TV Review - HDTVs and More

Sharp's entry-level UB30 Series offers satisfying image capability in most key performance areas with a price tag that is among the lowest in its class.

Sharp LC-55UB30U Sharp LC55UB30U Review: Good 4K TV for Under $1K
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Tom's Guide
Published: 26.08.2015
Sharp LC55UB30U Review: Good 4K TV for Under $1K
3.5

The Sharp LC55UB30U delivers solid 4K performance and an intuitive interface at a reasonable price.

Sharp LC-55UB30U Sharp UB30U Review (LC-43UB30U, LC-50UB30U, LC-55UB30U, LC-65UB30U)
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RTINGS.com
Published: 27.05.2015
Sharp UB30U Review (LC-43UB30U, LC-50UB30U, LC-55UB30U, LC-65UB30U)
3.4

The Sharp UB30 4k LED TV has an impressive contrast ratio and handles itself well in a bright room. Unfortunately, the other aspects of the picture quality aren'...

Sharp LC-55UB30U Sharp LC-65UB30U 4K UHD TV Review | Digital Trends
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Digital Trends
Published: 12.11.2016
Sharp LC-65UB30U 4K UHD TV Review | Digital Trends

Sharp may have left the American TV market, but not without a swan song. Sadly, however, rich black levels and detailed 4K resolution aren't enough for the UB30U to fend off the competition.

Sharp LC-55UB30U Sharp LC-65UB30U 4K LED TV Review
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Reviewed Cameras
Published: 25.09.2015
Sharp LC-65UB30U 4K LED TV Review

Sharp's UB30 checks off a lot of the right boxes, but misses the mark on color accuracy.

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