LG C4 65" vs Sony A95K 65" (QD-OLED)
The Verdict
Both 65-inch premium OLED TVs excel in different ways. LG's C4 uses OLED evo technology with 1300 nits brightness and the sophisticated α9 Gen 7 processor, delivering excellent picture quality and gaming performance with 1ms input lag. Sony's A95K leverages QD-OLED technology with superior 1500 nits peak brightness, creating slightly richer blacks and more vibrant colors, though its 8ms gaming latency lags behind LG's responsiveness. Audio capabilities differ notably: LG offers standard 2.2ch, while Sony's Acoustic Surface Audio+ with actuators provides more immersive spatial sound. LG includes webOS 24 with ThinQ AI integration and Wi-Fi 6, while Sony relies on Google TV with Wi-Fi 5. For gaming enthusiasts prioritizing input lag and value, the C4 at $1799 is exceptional,nearly half Sony's $3499 price. Conversely, Sony justifies its premium through superior brightness, color accuracy, and audio innovation. Choose the LG C4 for outstanding value and gaming performance, or the Sony A95K if maximum brightness and audio immersion justify the investment.
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 Sony A95K 65" (QD-OLED) if…
- →First QD-OLED TV — revolutionary color volume and saturation
- →Sony XR Cognitive Processor produces the most natural picture processing
- →Acoustic Surface Audio+ turns the entire screen into a speaker
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
Sony A95K 65" (QD-OLED)
Pros
- First QD-OLED TV — revolutionary color volume and saturation
- Sony XR Cognitive Processor produces the most natural picture processing
- Acoustic Surface Audio+ turns the entire screen into a speaker
- Dolby Vision support (unlike Samsung QD-OLED TVs)
- Perfect blacks with brighter, more vivid colors than traditional OLED
Cons
- Extremely expensive at $3,499 — flagship pricing
- Only 2 of 4 HDMI ports support 4K@120Hz (HDMI 2.1)
- Wi-Fi 5 is inexcusable at this price point
- First-gen QD-OLED panel has some near-black color uniformity issues
- Potential burn-in risk inherent to OLED technology
Full Specifications
| Spec | LG C4 65" | Sony A95K 65" (QD-OLED) |
|---|---|---|
| Body | ||
| VESA mount | 300 x 200mm | 300 x 300mm |
| Weight | 52.9 lbs | 46.7 lbs |
| Dimensions (w/ stand) | 57.0 x 36.9 x 10.1 inches | 57.1 x 34.3 x 13.5 inches |
| Dimensions | — | 57.1 x 33.1 x 1.6 inches |
| Audio | ||
| Output (watts) | 60 | 60 |
| Speakers | 2.2ch | Acoustic Surface Audio+ (2 actuators + 2 subwoofers) |
| Dolby Atmos | ||
| Gaming | ||
| VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) | ||
| ALLM | ||
| Input lag (ms) | 1 | 8 |
| Display | ||
| HDR | Dolby Vision IQ, HDR10, HLG, Filmmaker Mode | Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG |
| Size | 65" | 65" |
| Type | OLED evo | QD-OLED |
| Resolution | 3840 x 2160 (4K UHD) | 3840 x 2160 (4K) |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1300 | 1500 |
| Smart TV | ||
| Os | webOS 24 | Google TV |
| Voice assistant | ThinQ AI, Alexa, Google Assistant | Google Assistant, Alexa |
| Processor | ||
| Chipset | α9 Gen 7 AI Processor 4K | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Ethernet | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.0 |
| USB ports | 3 | 3 |
| HDMI ports | 4 | 4 |
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