LG OLED C3 65" (Evo) vs Sony Bravia 9 75"
The Verdict
LG's OLED C3 delivers superior picture quality with perfect blacks and exceptional contrast typical of OLED technology, though Sony's Bravia 9 compensates with mini-LED's exceptional brightness (3300 nits vs 900 nits), making it better for bright rooms. Gaming performance favors LG slightly with 6ms input lag versus 8ms, plus HDMI 4.2.1 specifications. Sony impresses with robust 85W audio through 4.2.2ch speakers compared to LG's 40W 2.2ch system, and its 75-inch screen provides significantly more real estate than the 65-inch C3. Pricing diverges substantially at $1799 versus $2999,a $1200 premium for Sony's size, brightness, and audio superiority. For cinematic content in darker environments, LG's OLED excellence justifies its lower price. For large-room viewing, competitive gaming, and immersive audio, Sony's flagship commands consideration. Best choice depends on room conditions and budget: LG OLED C3 wins on pure picture quality and value; Sony Bravia 9 wins on brightness, sound, and screen size.
Who Should Buy
Buy the LG OLED C3 65" (Evo) if…
- →Perfect pixel-level black levels with infinite contrast ratio
- →Dolby Vision, HDR10, and HLG cover the full HDR ecosystem
- →4x HDMI 2.1 with 4K@120Hz, VRR, and ALLM — the gaming gold standard
Buy the Sony Bravia 9 75" if…
- →XR Backlight Master Drive with thousands of precise Mini-LED zones for exceptional contrast
- →Acoustic Multi-Audio+ uses speakers behind the screen to localize sound to on-screen action
- →Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos support for top-tier cinematic HDR
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
LG OLED C3 65" (Evo)
Pros
- Perfect pixel-level black levels with infinite contrast ratio
- Dolby Vision, HDR10, and HLG cover the full HDR ecosystem
- 4x HDMI 2.1 with 4K@120Hz, VRR, and ALLM — the gaming gold standard
- α9 Gen6 AI processor upscales and enhances content intelligently
- Wide viewing angles — no color shift from the sides
Cons
- 900 nits peak brightness is dimmer than Mini-LED and QD-OLED competitors
- Risk of permanent OLED burn-in with static content
- webOS 23 includes home screen ads and sponsored content
- 40W built-in audio needs supplementing with a soundbar
Sony Bravia 9 75"
Pros
- XR Backlight Master Drive with thousands of precise Mini-LED zones for exceptional contrast
- Acoustic Multi-Audio+ uses speakers behind the screen to localize sound to on-screen action
- Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos support for top-tier cinematic HDR
- Google TV is clean, feature-rich, and tightly integrated with Google ecosystem
- 85W output from a 4.2.2ch system is class-leading built-in audio
Cons
- Very high price at $2,999 for a Mini-LED panel that cannot match OLED black levels
- Input lag of ~8ms, while good, trails LG OLED panels for competitive gaming
- Sony's Bravia Cam (for auto-calibration features) is sold separately
- 75-inch size and 101 lbs makes installation and repositioning very challenging
Full Specifications
| Spec | LG OLED C3 65" (Evo) | Sony Bravia 9 75" |
|---|---|---|
| Body | ||
| VESA mount | 300 x 200mm | 400 x 400mm |
| Weight | 41.9 lbs | 101.4 lbs |
| Dimensions | 57.0 x 32.7 x 1.8 inches | — |
| Dimensions (w/ stand) | 57.0 x 35.2 x 11.8 inches | 66.8 x 44.7 x 13.4 inches |
| Audio | ||
| Output (watts) | 40 | 85 |
| Speakers | 2.2ch | 4.2.2ch Acoustic Multi-Audio+ |
| Dolby Atmos | ||
| Gaming | ||
| VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) | ||
| ALLM | ||
| Input lag (ms) | 6 | 8 |
| Display | ||
| HDR | Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG | Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG, Filmmaker Mode |
| Size | 65" | 75" |
| Type | OLED Evo (WOLED) | Mini-LED |
| Resolution | 3840 x 2160 (4K) | 3840 x 2160 (4K UHD) |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 900 | 3300 |
| Smart TV | ||
| Os | webOS 23 | Google TV |
| Voice assistant | LG ThinQ AI, Alexa, Google Assistant | Google Assistant |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Ethernet | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.2 |
| USB ports | 3 | 2 |
| HDMI ports | 4 | 4 |
| Processor | ||
| Chipset | — | Cognitive Processor XR |
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