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Updated January 10, 2024·
The LG QNED90 is slightly less expensive and has better performance in bright rooms. However, if you watch a lot of movies or want superior picture quality in darker environments, the LG C1 is the better option although it's slightly more expensive. The C1 also has better viewing angles, which makes it ideal for wider seating. For gaming, the C1 is excellent due to its superior response times and lower input lag. However, for watching sports or content with a lot of movement, both TVs are solid choices. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the LG QNED90 (LCD)
- The LG QNED90 (LCD) has no clear advantages over the LG C1 (OLED).
Advantages of the LG C1 (OLED)
- Very good for dark room
- Excellent for gaming
- Very good for movies & TV
- Very good for sports
- Very good for cartoons & animation
- Very good for use as monitor
- Very good for upscaling
- Very good motion processing
- Excellent viewing angle
- Excellent reflections
Key differences
Picture Quality
7.3
8.5
5.60/10
CONTRAST
10.00/10
7.4/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.2/10
LED FALD
PANEL TYPE
WOLED
IPS
PANEL SUB-TYPE
WBC
The LG C1 (OLED) has very good picture quality, while the LG QNED90 (LCD) has good picture quality.
Movies & TV
6.8
8.9
5.60/10
CONTRAST
10.00/10
5.3/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
10.0/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
8.0/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
No
HDR10+ SUPPORT
No
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The LG C1 (OLED) is very good for movies & TV, while the LG QNED90 (LCD) is only fair.
The LG C1's OLED technology provides a perfect contrast ratio and superior black uniformity, making it excellent for movies and cinematic TV, while the LG QNED90, though with a decent contrast and local dimming feature for an LCD, cannot match the C1's deep blacks and wider viewing angles. Additionally, the colors out of the box, color volume, and gray uniformity are somewhat better on the C1, which further enhances its superiority for cinematic content.
Sports
6.7
8.3
7.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.0/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
8.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
8.0/10
8.7/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.0/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The LG C1 (OLED) is very good for sports, while the LG QNED90 (LCD) is only fair.
The LG C1 offers superior motion processing and response times, which translates into smoother images during fast sports sequences, as well as excellent performance even from wide viewing angles, reducing visual degradation when seen from the side. On the other hand, the LG QNED90 struggles with reflections and has a less impressive response time, which might lead to blurrier images during rapid movements but offers a good viewing angle performance for a larger group watching the game.
Gaming
8.1
9.0
7.6/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
10.0/10
8.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
7.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.0/10
70.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
100.0/100
8.6/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.2/10
The LG C1 (OLED) is excellent for gaming, while the LG QNED90 (LCD) is very good.
The LG C1 (OLED) excels in gaming due to its superior response time and lower input lag compared to the LG QNED90 (LCD), which translates to smoother motion and more instantaneous reaction to user inputs, crucial for fast-paced gaming. Both models feature a 120Hz refresh rate, but the OLED technology in the LG C1 provides a more responsive and immersive gaming experience.
Cartoons & Animation
7.6
8.2
7.8/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
8.1/10
7.4/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.2/10
8.7/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.0/10
7.6/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
7.2/10
5.8/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
9.6/10
The LG C1 (OLED) is very good for cartoons & animation, while the LG QNED90 (LCD) is good.
The LG C1 OLED TV stands out with exceptional colors straight out of the box and a wider color gamut, making animations appear more vibrant and true to life, which are crucial for cartoons. In contrast, the LG QNED90 LCD TV, while offering good color accuracy and gamut, does not match the C1's performance in these areas, meaning its display of cartoons is good but not as rich or vivid.
News, Talk, & Other TV
8.0
8.6
8.7/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.0/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
8.0/10
The LG C1 (OLED) and LG QNED90 (LCD) are both very good for news, talk, & other TV, though the LG C1 (OLED) is somewhat better.
The LG QNED90 is strong for watching standard content like news and talk shows because of its very good SDR brightness and solid capability to upscale lower-resolution content. Meanwhile, the LG C1 excels in these areas with exceptional contrast and color accuracy out of the box, which, despite slightly less SDR brightness, still makes for an excellent viewing experience for everyday TV programs.
Bright Room
7.7
7.1
7.7/10
VIEWING ANGLE
9.3/10
8.7/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.0/10
8.3/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.0/10
6.0/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
9.2/10
The LG QNED90 (LCD) and LG C1 (OLED) are both good for bright room, though the LG QNED90 (LCD) is somewhat better.
The LG QNED90 (LCD) excels with very good SDR and HDR brightness, making it suitable for bright rooms despite its fair reflection handling, whereas the LG C1's (OLED) excellent reflection handling and good brightness levels offer a commendable experience in bright environments, augmented by exceptional contrast and wider color gamut.
Cost
$2,000
$1,349
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The LG QNED90 (LCD) has a price of $2,000 and the LG C1 (OLED) costs $1,349.
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How the LG QNED90 (LCD) and the LG C1 (OLED) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| LG QNED90 (LCD) | LG C1 (OLED) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$2,000 | $1,349 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | LG | LG | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2021 | April 3, 2021 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | 65QNED90 | OLED65C1 | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 65" | 65" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | webOS | webOS | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.8/10 | |
NextGen Ready | |||
NextGen Ready | No | No | |
HDMI Ports | |||
HDMI Ports | 4 | 4 | |
Coax Ports | |||
Coax Ports | 1 | 1 | |
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Picture Quality Score | |||
Picture Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 7.8/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.1/10 | 9/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 6.8/10 | 9/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.8/10 | 8.4/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 32.6" x 56.9" x 1.1" | 32.7" x 57" x 1.8" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 35.4" x 56.9" | 33.9" x 57" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 57.8 lbs | 52.9 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 400 X 400 | 300 x 200 | |
DISPLAY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Color Depth | |||
Color Depth | 10 bit | 10 bit | |
Black Frame Insertion | |||
Black Frame Insertion | Yes | Yes | |
Auto Low Latency Mode | |||
Auto Low Latency Mode | Yes | Yes | |
Contrast | |||
Contrast | 5.6/10 | 10/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 6.5/10 | 10/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.2 | 2.2 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 40 W | 40 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | No | |
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Stratos Kampourogiannis | September 2021
"When it comes to HDR brightness it has very bright highlights and impressive HDR. In terms of design the QNED90 looks beautiful. The TV did great with fast response times, excellent reactions and instant rendering of all our commands. If you look for a good performing premium 4K TV the QNED90 ticks all the boxes."
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About LG
LG, a prominent TV brand from Korea, has played a significant role in popularizing OLED TVs. OLED technology is hailed as the future of TV technology. Their TVs employ WebOS, a proprietary smart TV software that not only offers seamless functionality but also includes gaming-specific features, earning praise from players worldwide. Often regarded as the gateway to unparalleled viewing experiences, LG's mid-range OLEDs come highly recommended, making them a worthwhile investment for those willing to stretch their budget for superior quality.
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