LG OLED C2 55" (Evo) vs Sony Bravia 7 65"

The Verdict

LG's OLED C2 excels with perfect blacks and exceptional contrast thanks to its self-emissive pixel technology, delivering superior picture quality at 800 nits peak brightness with Dolby Vision support. Sony's Bravia 7 counters with a larger 65-inch Mini-LED panel reaching 1800 nits brightness, offering brighter highlights and better performance in bright rooms, though it can't match OLED's infinite contrast ratios. For gaming, both deliver impressive specs: LG achieves 6ms input lag with VRR and ALLM, while Sony matches at 8ms with identical gaming features. Audio differs notably, with Sony providing more robust sound through 3.2 channels at 60 watts versus LG's 2.2 channels at 40 watts. The 10-inch size difference matters significantly for viewing distance; the LG suits 7-9 feet while Sony works better for 8-12 feet. LG runs webOS 22 with multiple voice assistants, while Sony uses Google TV with integrated Google Assistant. At $600 less, the LG OLED C2 offers superior picture quality for darker viewing environments and demanding cinephiles. Sony's Bravia 7 justifies its premium through brightness, size, and audio quality for bright spaces and casual viewers. Choose LG for reference-grade picture and value, Sony if you need brightness and larger screen real estate.