LG C5 OLED 65" vs Samsung The Frame 55"
The Verdict
The LG C5 OLED 65" and Samsung The Frame 55" sit in the same category and end up appealing to slightly different buyers. The Samsung The Frame 55" is the cheaper of the two at $1,299 versus $1,400, a difference of about $101. The LG C5 OLED 65" is the newer release, which usually means a faster chipset and longer software support. LG C5 OLED 65" stands out for 4k oled with perfect blacks, while Samsung The Frame 55" is praised for art mode displays curated artwork when idle, blending seamlessly into home decor. Use the side-by-side spec table below to compare cameras, displays, battery life and connectivity in detail and decide which one fits your priorities.
Who Should Buy
Buy the LG C5 OLED 65" if…
- →4K OLED with perfect blacks
- →144Hz with NVIDIA G-Sync and AMD FreeSync Premium
- →0.1ms response time for gaming
Buy the Samsung The Frame 55" if…
- →Art Mode displays curated artwork when idle, blending seamlessly into home decor
- →Matte anti-glare display surface reduces distracting reflections in bright rooms
- →Slim One Connect box keeps all cables hidden for a clean, cord-free wall mount
Pros & Cons
LG C5 OLED 65"
Pros
- 4K OLED with perfect blacks
- 144Hz with NVIDIA G-Sync and AMD FreeSync Premium
- 0.1ms response time for gaming
- Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos
- 4x HDMI 2.1 ports
Cons
- $1400 is still premium for 65 inches
- Risk of burn-in with static content
- 40W speakers may need a soundbar
Samsung The Frame 55"
Pros
- Art Mode displays curated artwork when idle, blending seamlessly into home decor
- Matte anti-glare display surface reduces distracting reflections in bright rooms
- Slim One Connect box keeps all cables hidden for a clean, cord-free wall mount
- Customizable bezels available in multiple colors and materials
- Magnetic slim cable minimizes visible wiring between the TV and One Connect box
Cons
- QLED panel cannot match the contrast or black levels of an OLED at this price
- Not gaming-focused — limited to 60Hz input lag in game mode and no VRR
- Art Mode and frame customizations add cost through accessories and subscriptions
- Brightness falls short of the QN90D for peak HDR performance
- At $1,299, cheaper QLED panels with better picture quality are available
Full Specifications
| Spec | LG C5 OLED 65" | Samsung The Frame 55" |
|---|---|---|
| Body | ||
| VESA mount | 300 x 300 | 400 x 400mm |
| Weight | 18.9 kg | 38.8 lbs |
| Dimensions (w/ stand) | — | 48.4 x 30.8 x 7.3 inches |
| Audio | ||
| Output (watts) | 40 | 40 |
| Dolby Atmos | ||
| Speakers | — | 2.0ch |
| Gaming | ||
| VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) | ||
| ALLM | ||
| Input lag (ms) | 9 | 15 |
| Display | ||
| HDR | Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG | Quantum HDR, HDR10+, HLG |
| Size | 65 inches | 55" |
| Type | OLED evo | QLED |
| Resolution | 3840 x 2160 | 3840 x 2160 (4K UHD) |
| Refresh rate | 144Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | — | 1500 |
| Smart TV | ||
| Os | webOS 25 | Tizen OS |
| Voice assistant | ThinQ AI, Alexa, Google Assistant | Bixby, Alexa, Google Assistant |
| Processor | ||
| Chipset | α9 AI Gen8 | Quantum Processor 4K Lite |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Ethernet | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.1 | 5.2 |
| USB ports | 3 | 2 |
| HDMI ports | 4 | 4 |
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