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LG C4 65" vs LG UT70 50"

LG's premium C4 and budget UT70 target entirely different audiences. Picture quality heavily favors the C4, featuring OLED evo technology with 1300 nits peak brightness, Dolby Vision support, and superior contrast that makes the UT70's 300-nit LED panel look washed out. Gaming performance is decisively better on the C4 with 120Hz refresh rate, 1ms input lag, and full VRR support versus the UT70's 60Hz limitation and 14ms lag. Audio capabilities also diverge significantly—the C4 delivers 60W through 2.2 channels with Dolby Atmos, while the UT70 manages only 20W stereo. Both run webOS 24, but the C4's α9 Gen 7 processor handles upscaling and AI features more effectively. At $1799 versus $329, the C4 justifies its premium through genuinely superior image quality, gaming capability, and overall performance. However, the UT70 remains a respectable budget 4K TV for casual viewers prioritizing screen size over picture quality. Choose the C4 for serious entertainment and gaming; select the UT70 only if budget is paramount and you're willing to sacrifice performance.

LG C4 65"
LG
LG C4 65"
$1,799
8.9/10
Winner
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LG UT70 50"
LG
LG UT70 50"
$329
6.2/10

Full Specifications

SpecLG C4 65"LG UT70 50"
Body
VESA mount300 x 200mm200 x 200mm
Weight52.9 lbs21.2 lbs
Dimensions (w/ stand)57.0 x 36.9 x 10.1 inches44.1 x 28.2 x 8.3 inches
Audio
Output (watts)6020
Speakers2.2ch2.0ch
Dolby Atmos
Gaming
VRR (Variable Refresh Rate)
ALLM
Input lag (ms)114
Display
HDRDolby Vision IQ, HDR10, HLG, Filmmaker ModeHDR10, HLG
Size65"50"
TypeOLED evoLED
Resolution3840 x 2160 (4K UHD)3840 x 2160 (4K UHD)
Refresh rate120Hz60Hz
Brightness (nits)1300300
Smart TV
OswebOS 24webOS 24
Voice assistantThinQ AI, Alexa, Google AssistantThinQ AI, Alexa, Google Assistant
Processor
Chipsetα9 Gen 7 AI Processor 4Kα5 AI Processor 4K Gen 7
Connectivity
Wi-FiWi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
Ethernet
Bluetooth5.05.0
USB ports31
HDMI ports43

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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 UT70 50"

Pros

  • webOS 24 smart TV platform at budget pricing — best-in-class software for the price
  • AI-assisted upscaling from the α5 processor improves SD/HD content
  • Magic Remote with point-and-click navigation included
  • Lightweight and easy to mount at 21 lbs
  • Supports Alexa, Google Assistant, and Apple AirPlay 2

Cons

  • 60Hz panel — no 120Hz or VRR for gaming
  • Low brightness limits HDR impact
  • No Dolby Vision — only basic HDR10
  • Narrow viewing angles typical of budget VA panels

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