LG OLED A2 55" vs Sony A80L 65" (OLED)
The Verdict
LG's A2 delivers exceptional value for budget-conscious OLED buyers, offering the signature infinite contrast and perfect blacks at 55 inches for under $900. Sony's A80L commands double the price with meaningful performance upgrades: a larger 65-inch screen, 120Hz refresh rate versus 60Hz, significantly brighter 1000-nit peak versus 500-nit peak, superior gaming features including VRR support and 8ms input lag, and premium Acoustic Surface Audio+ with dual subwoofers compared to basic 2.0 speakers. Sony's 50W audio system with Dolby Atmos vastly outclasses LG's 20W setup. Both share webOS/Google TV ecosystems and core OLED advantages. For casual viewers prioritizing picture quality on a budget, the A2 excels. For gamers, tech enthusiasts, and those wanting cinematic audio with a larger display, Sony's engineering justifies the premium investment.
Who Should Buy
Buy the LG OLED A2 55" if…
- →Budget OLED — perfect blacks and infinite contrast at $899
- →Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos for immersive movie watching
- →Wide viewing angles inherent to OLED technology
Buy the Sony A80L 65" (OLED) if…
- →Sony's legendary image processing with XR Cognitive Processor is unmatched
- →Acoustic Surface Audio+ vibrates the screen as a speaker — immersive and unique
- →Superb motion handling makes it the best TV for film and sports content
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
LG OLED A2 55"
Pros
- Budget OLED — perfect blacks and infinite contrast at $899
- Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos for immersive movie watching
- Wide viewing angles inherent to OLED technology
- Thin and lightweight for easy wall mounting
- Self-lit pixels produce gorgeous picture quality for the price
Cons
- 60Hz panel — no 120Hz, VRR, or HDMI 2.1 for gaming
- Only 500 nits peak brightness — dim in well-lit rooms
- 20W speakers require a soundbar for decent audio
- Only 3 HDMI ports, all HDMI 2.0
- Older α7 Gen5 processor with basic upscaling
Sony A80L 65" (OLED)
Pros
- Sony's legendary image processing with XR Cognitive Processor is unmatched
- Acoustic Surface Audio+ vibrates the screen as a speaker — immersive and unique
- Superb motion handling makes it the best TV for film and sports content
- Google TV platform has the widest app selection of any smart TV OS
- Perfect blacks with no blooming — inherent OLED advantage
Cons
- Only 2 of 4 HDMI ports are HDMI 2.1 — limiting for multi-console setups
- Wi-Fi 5 in 2023 is a disappointing omission
- $1,999 is pricier than LG C3 and Samsung S90C at the same size
- Burn-in risk with OLED for static content use
Full Specifications
| Spec | LG OLED A2 55" | Sony A80L 65" (OLED) |
|---|---|---|
| Body | ||
| VESA mount | 300 x 200mm | 300 x 300mm |
| Weight | 29.1 lbs | 44.1 lbs |
| Dimensions | 48.4 x 28.0 x 1.8 inches | 57.1 x 33.3 x 2.1 inches |
| Dimensions (w/ stand) | 48.4 x 30.0 x 9.4 inches | 57.1 x 35.0 x 11.8 inches |
| Audio | ||
| Output (watts) | 20 | 50 |
| Speakers | 2.0ch | Acoustic Surface Audio+ (2 actuators + 2 subwoofers) |
| Dolby Atmos | ||
| Gaming | ||
| VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) | ||
| ALLM | ||
| Input lag (ms) | 14 | 8 |
| Display | ||
| HDR | Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG | Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG |
| Size | 55" | 65" |
| Type | OLED (WOLED) | OLED (WOLED) |
| Resolution | 3840 x 2160 (4K) | 3840 x 2160 (4K) |
| Refresh rate | 60Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 500 | 1000 |
| Smart TV | ||
| Os | webOS 22 | Google TV |
| Voice assistant | LG ThinQ AI, Alexa, Google Assistant | Google Assistant, Alexa (via Works with Alexa) |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Ethernet | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.0 |
| USB ports | 2 | 2 |
| HDMI ports | 3 | 4 |
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