LG OLED A2 55" vs Vizio OLED 55"
The Verdict
Both deliver exceptional OLED picture quality, but they target different priorities. LG's A2 offers excellent value at $899 with solid brightness (500 nits), webOS 22's intuitive interface, and adequate gaming features including ALLM and 14ms input lag. Vizio's offering commands a $100 premium for meaningful upgrades: 120Hz refresh rate with VRR support, superior brightness at 600 nits, faster 10ms input lag, stronger 30W audio, Wi-Fi 6 connectivity, and an extra HDMI port. The A2 suits movie enthusiasts prioritizing elegance and interface polish, while Vizio targets gamers and those wanting next-gen features. For most buyers, LG's exceptional value and OLED panel quality make it the smarter choice, though Vizio justifies its cost for gaming-focused households seeking competitive frame rates.
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 Vizio OLED 55" if…
- →Most affordable 55-inch OLED at $999 — perfect blacks at a budget price
- →Dolby Vision, HDR10+, and Dolby Atmos — supports all major formats
- →120Hz with VRR and ALLM — capable gaming display
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
Vizio OLED 55"
Pros
- Most affordable 55-inch OLED at $999 — perfect blacks at a budget price
- Dolby Vision, HDR10+, and Dolby Atmos — supports all major formats
- 120Hz with VRR and ALLM — capable gaming display
- Infinite contrast ratio with pixel-perfect black levels
- 4x HDMI ports including HDMI 2.1 for next-gen consoles
Cons
- SmartCast OS is the weakest smart TV platform — buggy and slow
- Only 600 nits peak brightness — dimmer than LG and Samsung OLEDs
- Vizio has exited the TV market — long-term software support uncertain
- Image processing quality trails LG, Sony, and Samsung OLED models
- Build quality feels inferior to similarly priced LG A2 OLED
Full Specifications
| Spec | LG OLED A2 55" | Vizio OLED 55" |
|---|---|---|
| Body | ||
| VESA mount | 300 x 200mm | 300 x 300mm |
| Weight | 29.1 lbs | 33.5 lbs |
| Dimensions | 48.4 x 28.0 x 1.8 inches | 48.2 x 28.0 x 1.5 inches |
| Dimensions (w/ stand) | 48.4 x 30.0 x 9.4 inches | 48.2 x 29.7 x 10.0 inches |
| Audio | ||
| Output (watts) | 20 | 30 |
| Speakers | 2.0ch | 2.0ch |
| Dolby Atmos | ||
| Gaming | ||
| VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) | ||
| ALLM | ||
| Input lag (ms) | 14 | 10 |
| Display | ||
| HDR | Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG | Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR10, HLG |
| Size | 55" | 55" |
| Type | OLED (WOLED) | OLED |
| Resolution | 3840 x 2160 (4K) | 3840 x 2160 (4K) |
| Refresh rate | 60Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 500 | 600 |
| Smart TV | ||
| Os | webOS 22 | SmartCast (Chromecast built-in) |
| Voice assistant | LG ThinQ AI, Alexa, Google Assistant | Google Assistant, Alexa |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Ethernet | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.0 |
| USB ports | 2 | 1 |
| HDMI ports | 3 | 4 |
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