LG OLED B3 65" vs Sony A95L 65"
The Verdict
Both 65-inch OLED TVs deliver exceptional viewing experiences, but they serve different budgets and priorities. LG's B3 features a WOLED panel with 600 nits peak brightness and webOS 23 with multiple AI assistants, making it versatile for most households at $1,299. Sony's A95L commands premium pricing at $2,499 with its superior QD-OLED technology achieving 1700 nits brightness, the advanced Cognitive Processor XR for superior upscaling, and Acoustic Surface Audio+ with 60 watts of sound (versus LG's 20 watts). Gaming performance is nearly identical,both offer 7-8ms input lag with VRR/ALLM support. For cinema enthusiasts and those seeking maximum contrast and brightness, Sony's flagship justifies its $1,200 premium through demonstrably superior picture quality and audio. However, the LG B3 represents exceptional value, delivering 85% of the experience at 52% of the cost. Budget-conscious buyers should choose the B3; those prioritizing elite performance should invest in the A95L.
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 A95L 65" if…
- →QD-OLED achieves extraordinary color volume — widest color gamut of any OLED panel
- →Acoustic Surface Audio+ vibrates the screen itself as a speaker for perfectly matched audio
- →Cognitive Processor XR produces Sony's signature natural, cinema-accurate color tuning
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 A95L 65"
Pros
- QD-OLED achieves extraordinary color volume — widest color gamut of any OLED panel
- Acoustic Surface Audio+ vibrates the screen itself as a speaker for perfectly matched audio
- Cognitive Processor XR produces Sony's signature natural, cinema-accurate color tuning
- Dolby Vision support distinguishes it from Samsung's QD-OLED which lacks DV
- Perfect black levels with infinite contrast ratio from OLED pixel-level control
Cons
- 2023 model — the 2024 A95L successor offers meaningfully improved brightness
- Only two of the four HDMI ports support full HDMI 2.1 bandwidth
- No Wi-Fi 6, limiting wireless performance compared to 2024 rivals
- QD-OLED burn-in risk requires pixel refresher intervals and care with static content
- At $2,499, pricing has been undercut by newer Mini-LED panels with more brightness
Full Specifications
| Spec | LG OLED B3 65" | Sony A95L 65" |
|---|---|---|
| Body | ||
| VESA mount | 300 x 200mm | 300 x 300mm |
| Weight | 41.7 lbs | 58.9 lbs |
| Dimensions | 57.0 x 32.8 x 1.8 inches | — |
| Dimensions (w/ stand) | 57.0 x 35.5 x 11.8 inches | 57.3 x 37.5 x 10.7 inches |
| Audio | ||
| Output (watts) | 20 | 60 |
| Speakers | 2.0ch | Acoustic Surface Audio+ |
| Dolby Atmos | ||
| Gaming | ||
| VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) | ||
| ALLM | ||
| Input lag (ms) | 7 | 8 |
| Display | ||
| HDR | Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG | Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG, Filmmaker Mode |
| Size | 65" | 65" |
| Type | OLED (WOLED) | QD-OLED |
| Resolution | 3840 x 2160 (4K) | 3840 x 2160 (4K UHD) |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 600 | 1700 |
| Smart TV | ||
| Os | webOS 23 | Google TV |
| Voice assistant | LG ThinQ AI, Alexa, Google Assistant | Google Assistant |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Ethernet | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.0 |
| USB ports | 2 | 3 |
| HDMI ports | 4 | 4 |
| Processor | ||
| Chipset | — | Cognitive Processor XR |
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