LG C4 65" vs LG OLED C2 65" (Evo)
The Verdict
LG's C4 represents a meaningful generational leap over the C2, justifying its $200 premium. Picture quality improvements are substantial: the C4's OLED evo panel reaches 1300 nits brightness versus the C2's 800 nits, delivering dramatically better HDR impact and superior contrast in bright rooms. LG's α9 Gen 7 processor in the C4 enhances upscaling and AI features noticeably compared to the C2's older chipset. Gaming performance strongly favors the C4 with 1ms input lag versus 6ms, making it noticeably more responsive for competitive play. Audio output increases from 40W to 60W with better speaker configuration. WebOS 24 introduces newer features and apps compared to webOS 22. The C2 remains an excellent value and performs exceptionally well, but the C4's brightness advantage, processor power, and gaming responsiveness make it the better choice for those prioritizing peak performance and future-proofing.
Who Should Buy
Buy the LG C4 65" if…
- →Perfect black levels from self-emissive OLED pixels — best-in-class contrast
- →All four HDMI 2.1 ports at full bandwidth with VRR, ALLM, and G-Sync Compatible
- →1ms input lag makes it one of the best gaming TVs at any price
Buy the LG OLED C2 65" (Evo) if…
- →Incredible picture quality with perfect blacks and vivid OLED colors
- →Lightweight at 37.5 lbs for a 65-inch — easy to wall-mount
- →Full Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos cinema experience
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
LG C4 65"
Pros
- Perfect black levels from self-emissive OLED pixels — best-in-class contrast
- All four HDMI 2.1 ports at full bandwidth with VRR, ALLM, and G-Sync Compatible
- 1ms input lag makes it one of the best gaming TVs at any price
- Dolby Vision IQ and Dolby Atmos support for premium cinematic experience
- webOS 24 is clean, fast, and nearly ad-free compared to Tizen
Cons
- OLED burn-in risk with prolonged static content (e.g. news tickers, HUDs)
- Peak brightness trails Mini-LED rivals in very bright HDR highlights
- Slightly lower brightness than the G4, limiting HDR pop in sunlit rooms
- USB-A ports are only USB 2.0 speed
LG OLED C2 65" (Evo)
Pros
- Incredible picture quality with perfect blacks and vivid OLED colors
- Lightweight at 37.5 lbs for a 65-inch — easy to wall-mount
- Full Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos cinema experience
- Four HDMI 2.1 ports — ideal setup for multi-console gaming
- Often discounted well below launch price — exceptional value used/refurbished
Cons
- Superseded by the brighter C3 — worth comparing prices
- 800 nits may wash out in very bright, sunlit rooms
- Risk of burn-in with prolonged static content display
- 40W audio is adequate but a soundbar improves the experience significantly
Full Specifications
| Spec | LG C4 65" | LG OLED C2 65" (Evo) |
|---|---|---|
| Body | ||
| VESA mount | 300 x 200mm | 300 x 200mm |
| Weight | 52.9 lbs | 37.5 lbs |
| Dimensions (w/ stand) | 57.0 x 36.9 x 10.1 inches | 57.0 x 34.8 x 11.8 inches |
| Dimensions | — | 57.0 x 32.7 x 1.8 inches |
| Audio | ||
| Output (watts) | 60 | 40 |
| Speakers | 2.2ch | 2.2ch |
| Dolby Atmos | ||
| Gaming | ||
| VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) | ||
| ALLM | ||
| Input lag (ms) | 1 | 6 |
| Display | ||
| HDR | Dolby Vision IQ, HDR10, HLG, Filmmaker Mode | Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG, Dolby Vision IQ |
| Size | 65" | 65" |
| Type | OLED evo | OLED Evo (WOLED) |
| Resolution | 3840 x 2160 (4K UHD) | 3840 x 2160 (4K) |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1300 | 800 |
| Smart TV | ||
| Os | webOS 24 | webOS 22 |
| Voice assistant | ThinQ AI, Alexa, Google Assistant | LG ThinQ AI, Alexa, Google Assistant |
| Processor | ||
| Chipset | α9 Gen 7 AI Processor 4K | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Ethernet | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.0 |
| USB ports | 3 | 3 |
| HDMI ports | 4 | 4 |
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