LG OLED C2 55" (Evo) vs Sony Bravia 8 65"
The Verdict
The LG OLED C2 55" (Evo) and Sony Bravia 8 65" sit in the same category and end up appealing to slightly different buyers. The LG OLED C2 55" (Evo) is the cheaper of the two at $1,299 versus $1,700, a difference of about $401. The Sony Bravia 8 65" is the newer release, which usually means a faster chipset and longer software support. LG OLED C2 55" (Evo) stands out for oled evo panel is noticeably brighter than the c1 generation, while Sony Bravia 8 65" is praised for sony xr processor for cinematic picture quality. Use the side-by-side spec table below to compare cameras, displays, battery life and connectivity in detail and decide which one fits your priorities.
Who Should Buy
Buy the LG OLED C2 55" (Evo) if…
- →OLED Evo panel is noticeably brighter than the C1 generation
- →Dolby Vision IQ adapts HDR dynamically to room lighting
- →Best 55-inch gaming TV with 4K@120Hz, VRR, and <10ms input lag
Buy the Sony Bravia 8 65" if…
- →Sony XR Processor for cinematic picture quality
- →Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos
- →Google TV with Apple AirPlay 2
Pros & Cons
LG OLED C2 55" (Evo)
Pros
- OLED Evo panel is noticeably brighter than the C1 generation
- Dolby Vision IQ adapts HDR dynamically to room lighting
- Best 55-inch gaming TV with 4K@120Hz, VRR, and <10ms input lag
- Lightweight at 29.1 lbs — easy to wall-mount
- α9 Gen5 AI processor upscales content impressively
Cons
- OLED burn-in risk remains for static content viewers
- 800 nits peak brightness is modest compared to Mini-LED alternatives
- webOS ads are intrusive on the home screen
- Remote control lacks backlighting
Sony Bravia 8 65"
Pros
- Sony XR Processor for cinematic picture quality
- Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos
- Google TV with Apple AirPlay 2
- Acoustic Surface Audio for immersive sound
- BRAVIA Theater compatibility
Cons
- $1700 for 65-inch OLED
- 120Hz vs 144Hz on LG/Samsung competitors
- Only Wi-Fi 6 (not 6E or 7)
Full Specifications
| Spec | LG OLED C2 55" (Evo) | Sony Bravia 8 65" |
|---|---|---|
| Body | ||
| VESA mount | 300 x 200mm | 300 x 300 |
| Weight | 29.1 lbs | 19.0 kg |
| Dimensions | 48.2 x 27.8 x 1.6 inches | — |
| Dimensions (w/ stand) | 48.2 x 29.9 x 8.2 inches | — |
| Audio | ||
| Output (watts) | 40 | 50 |
| Speakers | 2.2ch | — |
| Dolby Atmos | ||
| Gaming | ||
| VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) | ||
| ALLM | ||
| Input lag (ms) | 6 | — |
| Display | ||
| HDR | Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG, Dolby Vision IQ | Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG |
| Size | 55" | 65 inches |
| Type | OLED Evo (WOLED) | OLED |
| Resolution | 3840 x 2160 (4K) | 3840 x 2160 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 800 | — |
| Smart TV | ||
| Os | webOS 22 | Google TV |
| Voice assistant | LG ThinQ AI, Alexa, Google Assistant | Google Assistant, Alexa, Apple AirPlay 2 |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Ethernet | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.2 |
| USB ports | 3 | 2 |
| HDMI ports | 4 | 4 |
| Processor | ||
| Chipset | — | XR Processor |
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