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Updated April 10, 2024·

If your main concern is staying within a budget and you don't need the highest quality picture or advanced features, the Vizio D-Series '22 could serve your basic viewing needs, especially for cartoons and animations which is one of its better performances. However, if you're willing to invest in superior picture quality for a range of content, including movies, series, and gaming, and want a TV that shines in both bright and dark rooms, the LG C3 OLED offers excellent performance across the board. It also supports advanced HDR formats like Dolby Vision and has better reflection handling, which can be significant if your room has a lot of light. Keep in mind, though, the LG C3 might not be the best choice if you're looking for a TV with great built-in speakers. Give Feedback

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Advantages of the LG C3 (OLED)
  • Very good for bright room
  • Excellent for dark room
  • Excellent for gaming
  • Excellent for movies & TV
  • Very good for sports
  • Excellent for news, talk, & other TV
  • Very good for cartoons & animation
  • Excellent for use as monitor
  • Very good for upscaling
  • Very good motion processing
  • Best in class viewing angle
  • Best in class reflections
Advantages of the Vizio D-Series '22 (LCD)
  • The Vizio D-Series '22 (LCD) has no clear advantages over the LG C3 (OLED).

Key differences

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Picture Quality

9.0
OLED42C3
D40f-J09
6.6
10.00/10
CONTRAST
6.857142857/10
8.1/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.4/10
WOLED
PANEL TYPE
LED FALD
WBE
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The LG C3 (OLED) has excellent picture quality, while the Vizio D-Series '22 (LCD) has only fair picture quality.

Movies & TV

9.2
OLED42C3
D40f-J09
6.2
10.00/10
CONTRAST
6.857142857/10
10.0/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
6.1/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
No
HDR10+ SUPPORT
No
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
No
The LG C3 (OLED) is excellent for movies & TV, while the Vizio D-Series '22 (LCD) is only fair.

Sports

8.5
OLED42C3
D40f-J09
6.1
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
3.2/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
6.0/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
8.0/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
No
The LG C3 (OLED) is very good for sports, while the Vizio D-Series '22 (LCD) is only fair.

Gaming

9.0
OLED42C3
D40f-J09
5.6
10.0/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
6.2/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
6.0/10
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
3.2/10
100.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
10.0/100
8.0/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.3/10
The LG C3 (OLED) is excellent for gaming, while the Vizio D-Series '22 (LCD) is poor.

Cartoons & Animation

8.8
OLED42C3
D40f-J09
7.1
8.3/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
5.8/10
8.1/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.4/10
8.0/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
7.9/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
9.0/10
10.0/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
7.5/10
The LG C3 (OLED) is very good for cartoons & animation, while the Vizio D-Series '22 (LCD) is good.

News, Talk, & Other TV

9.0
OLED42C3
D40f-J09
6.7
8.0/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
The LG C3 (OLED) is excellent for news, talk, & other TV, while the Vizio D-Series '22 (LCD) is only fair.

Bright Room

8.3
OLED42C3
D40f-J09
5.7
9.5/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.5/10
8.0/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
8.0/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.1/10
10.0/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
7.0/10
The LG C3 (OLED) is very good for bright room, while the Vizio D-Series '22 (LCD) is poor.

Cost

$1,069
OLED42C3
D40f-J09
$168
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The LG C3 (OLED) has a price of $1,069 and the Vizio D-Series '22 (LCD) costs $168.
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How the LG C3 (OLED) and the Vizio D-Series '22 (LCD) compare to other TVs

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Spec Comparison

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LG C3 (OLED)Vizio D-Series '22 (LCD)
LG C3 (OLED)Vizio D-Series '22 (LCD)

GENERAL

Price
$1,069
$168
Brand
LGVizio
Release Date
March 10, 2022October 1, 2022
Full name
OLED42C3D40f-J09
Screen Size
42"40"
Screen Resolution
4K1080P

TV FEATURES

Operating System
webOSSmartCast
Sound Quality Score
8/106/10
NextGen Ready
NoNo
HDMI Ports
40
Coax Ports
11

DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES

Picture Quality Score
9/106.6/10
Bright Room Score
8.3/105.8/10
Gaming Score
9/105.7/10
Movies & TV Score
9.2/106.2/10
Sports Score
8.5/106.2/10

PHYSICAL

Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D)
21.3" x 36.7" x 1.6"19.9" x 35.2" x 3.1"
Dimensions with Stand (H x W)
22.7" x 36.7"22.3" x 35.2"
Weight without Stand
21.6 lbs12.1 lbs
VESA Mount
300 x 200200 x 100

DISPLAY

Color Depth
10 bit10 bit
Black Frame Insertion
YesNo
Auto Low Latency Mode
YesNo
Contrast
10/106.9/10
Local Dimming
10/103/10

SOUND

Speaker Setup
2.22.0
Speaker Power
Unknown18 W
Dolby Atmos
YesYes
DTS:X
NoNo

Get a great deal on the LG C3 (OLED) or the Vizio D-Series '22 (LCD)

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.

About Vizio

Vizio is an American company. While they initially gained recognition for offering budget-friendly TVs, they have successfully expanded their product lineup to include high-end options as well. They manufacture TVs primarily in Mexico, China, and Vietnam. Similar to many Korean TV brands, Vizio developed its own smart TV software called SmartCast. In the past, SmartCast was not the best smart TV software, but it has evolved so that it is now good for using your TV and connecting to streaming services.

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