LG OLED C2 65" (Evo) vs Vizio P-Series Quantum 65"
The Verdict
LG's OLED C2 delivers superior picture quality with perfect blacks, infinite contrast, and the Evo panel's enhanced brightness reaching 800 nits, making it exceptional for dark room viewing and cinematic content. Vizio's P-Series Quantum counters with brighter peak brightness at 1200 nits, better for well-lit rooms, and quantum dot technology providing vibrant colors, though VA-panel LCD can't match OLED's contrast ratios. Gaming performance slightly favors LG with 6ms input lag versus Vizio's 8ms, and LG's 40W 2.2ch audio with Dolby Atmos surpasses Vizio's modest 20W 2.0ch system. Vizio saves $600, making it compelling for budget-conscious buyers seeking bright, colorful HDR performance. However, LG's OLED technology, superior color accuracy, and richer audio justify the premium for videophiles and console gamers prioritizing display excellence. For most users valuing picture quality as primary, LG OLED C2 is the stronger choice.
Who Should Buy
Buy the LG OLED C2 65" (Evo) if…
- →Incredible picture quality with perfect blacks and vivid OLED colors
- →Lightweight at 37.5 lbs for a 65-inch — easy to wall-mount
- →Full Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos cinema experience
Buy the Vizio P-Series Quantum 65" if…
- →Strong price-to-performance — quantum dot color and FALD at $999
- →Both Dolby Vision and HDR10+ support all HDR content
- →120Hz with VRR and ALLM for console and PC gaming
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
LG OLED C2 65" (Evo)
Pros
- Incredible picture quality with perfect blacks and vivid OLED colors
- Lightweight at 37.5 lbs for a 65-inch — easy to wall-mount
- Full Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos cinema experience
- Four HDMI 2.1 ports — ideal setup for multi-console gaming
- Often discounted well below launch price — exceptional value used/refurbished
Cons
- Superseded by the brighter C3 — worth comparing prices
- 800 nits may wash out in very bright, sunlit rooms
- Risk of burn-in with prolonged static content display
- 40W audio is adequate but a soundbar improves the experience significantly
Vizio P-Series Quantum 65"
Pros
- Strong price-to-performance — quantum dot color and FALD at $999
- Both Dolby Vision and HDR10+ support all HDR content
- 120Hz with VRR and ALLM for console and PC gaming
- 1200 nits peak brightness makes HDR content pop
- Wide color gamut with quantum dot enhancement
Cons
- SmartCast platform is slow and has limited apps compared to Google TV
- 20W audio is very weak — a soundbar is essential
- Build quality and remote feel budget-oriented
- Vizio software support and updates can be inconsistent
Full Specifications
| Spec | LG OLED C2 65" (Evo) | Vizio P-Series Quantum 65" |
|---|---|---|
| Body | ||
| VESA mount | 300 x 200mm | 300 x 300mm |
| Weight | 37.5 lbs | 44.7 lbs |
| Dimensions | 57.0 x 32.7 x 1.8 inches | 56.9 x 32.9 x 3.0 inches |
| Dimensions (w/ stand) | 57.0 x 34.8 x 11.8 inches | 56.9 x 35.3 x 12.0 inches |
| Audio | ||
| Output (watts) | 40 | 20 |
| Speakers | 2.2ch | 2.0ch |
| Dolby Atmos | ||
| Gaming | ||
| VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) | ||
| ALLM | ||
| Input lag (ms) | 6 | 8 |
| Display | ||
| HDR | Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG, Dolby Vision IQ | Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR10, HLG |
| Size | 65" | 65" |
| Type | OLED Evo (WOLED) | Quantum Color LED (VA LCD, Full Array Local Dimming) |
| Resolution | 3840 x 2160 (4K) | 3840 x 2160 (4K) |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 800 | 1200 |
| Smart TV | ||
| Os | webOS 22 | SmartCast (Chromecast built-in) |
| Voice assistant | LG ThinQ AI, Alexa, Google Assistant | Google Assistant, Alexa (via voice remote) |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Ethernet | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.0 |
| USB ports | 3 | 1 |
| HDMI ports | 4 | 4 |
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