LG OLED B3 65" vs Sony A95K 65" (QD-OLED)
The Verdict
LG's B3 OLED delivers exceptional picture quality with perfect blacks and vibrant colors at an attractive $1299 price point, making it outstanding value for mainstream buyers. Sony's A95K pushes boundaries with QD-OLED technology achieving 1500 nits brightness versus LG's 600 nits, resulting in superior HDR impact and superior contrast in bright rooms. Gaming performance is nearly identical (7ms vs 8ms input lag), both supporting 120Hz with VRR. Audio diverges significantly: Sony's Acoustic Surface Audio+ with dual subwoofers (60W) absolutely dominates LG's basic 2.0 stereo (20W), especially for immersive content. Sony adds an extra USB port and maintains slimmer bezels at 1.6 inches. However, LG's webOS 23 offers slightly more refined smart features than Sony's Google TV implementation. For cinephiles prioritizing picture quality and audio excellence with budget flexibility, Sony's A95K justifies its $2200 premium. LG B3 remains the smarter choice for value-conscious buyers seeking excellent OLED performance without premium pricing.
Who Should Buy
Buy the LG OLED B3 65" if…
- →Most affordable 65-inch LG OLED at $1,299 — great entry into OLED
- →Perfect blacks and infinite contrast inherent to OLED technology
- →Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos for cinema-quality HDR experience
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 OLED B3 65"
Pros
- Most affordable 65-inch LG OLED at $1,299 — great entry into OLED
- Perfect blacks and infinite contrast inherent to OLED technology
- Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos for cinema-quality HDR experience
- 4x HDMI 2.1 ports with 4K@120Hz for gaming
- Wide viewing angles with no color shift
Cons
- Older α7 Gen6 processor — less effective upscaling than C3's α9
- 600 nits peak brightness is dim — struggles in bright rooms
- 20W speakers are weak — a soundbar is essential
- Wi-Fi 5 instead of Wi-Fi 6 on a 2023 model
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 OLED B3 65" | Sony A95K 65" (QD-OLED) |
|---|---|---|
| Body | ||
| VESA mount | 300 x 200mm | 300 x 300mm |
| Weight | 41.7 lbs | 46.7 lbs |
| Dimensions | 57.0 x 32.8 x 1.8 inches | 57.1 x 33.1 x 1.6 inches |
| Dimensions (w/ stand) | 57.0 x 35.5 x 11.8 inches | 57.1 x 34.3 x 13.5 inches |
| Audio | ||
| Output (watts) | 20 | 60 |
| Speakers | 2.0ch | Acoustic Surface Audio+ (2 actuators + 2 subwoofers) |
| Dolby Atmos | ||
| Gaming | ||
| VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) | ||
| ALLM | ||
| Input lag (ms) | 7 | 8 |
| Display | ||
| HDR | Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG | Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG |
| Size | 65" | 65" |
| Type | OLED (WOLED) | QD-OLED |
| Resolution | 3840 x 2160 (4K) | 3840 x 2160 (4K) |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 600 | 1500 |
| Smart TV | ||
| Os | webOS 23 | Google TV |
| Voice assistant | LG ThinQ AI, Alexa, Google Assistant | Google Assistant, Alexa |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Ethernet | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.0 |
| USB ports | 2 | 3 |
| HDMI ports | 4 | 4 |
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