Which is the better buy? Side-by-side on rating, price, strengths, and watch-outs — with the published ratings we averaged to get there.
LG C4 OLED comes out ahead by a narrow margin (4.0 vs 3.8). The gap is mostly about Console gamers and movie enthusiasts seeking balanced performance — read the strengths below before deciding.
LG's flagship mid-range OLED with α9 AI Processor and perfect blacks for gaming and movies.
Sony's flagship OLED with advanced image processing and Acoustic Surface Audio technology.
Derived means the reviewer published no score, so one was inferred from their written verdict. Everything else is a number the publisher printed. How we rank.
The best all-around OLED for most users, offering excellent gaming features and movie performance at a competitive price.
Best-in-class image processing delivers the most cinematic picture, though at a premium price.
| Spec | LG C4 OLED | Sony Bravia 8 OLED |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Size | 42, 48, 55, 65, 77, 83 inches | 55, 65, 77 inches |
| Resolution | 4K UHD | 4K UHD |
| Refresh Rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| HDR Format | Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG | Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG |
| HDMI Ports | 4x HDMI 2.1 | 4 (2x HDMI 2.1) |
| Smart Platform | webOS | Google TV |
| Gaming Features | VRR, ALLM, G-Sync, FreeSync | VRR, ALLM, 4K@120Hz |
| Sound Output | 40W (2.2ch) | 30W (2.2.2 ch) |
| Dimensions | 9.1"D x 56.73"W x 34.65"H | 16"D x 67.5"W x 39.88"H |