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Updated January 10, 2024· Prices updated 24 hours ago
If you're looking for a more affordable option with good overall picture quality, especially in dark rooms, the LG A1 could be a suitable choice. However, it has lower brightness which may not be ideal for very bright rooms. On the other hand, the LG G3 is at a higher price point, but offers superior picture quality in both dark and bright environments. It also has a better gaming experience thanks to a higher refresh rate and lower input lag. The G3 has better sound quality with great speakers, making it a strong all-around performer for various content including movies, sports, and gaming. In summary, if budget is a concern and you mostly watch in darker settings, the LG A1 is a solid choice. If you're willing to invest more for enhanced performance across all environments and uses, including a better gaming and audio experience, the LG G3 is the superior option. Give Feedback
This comparison is based on the 65" LG A1 (OLED) and the 65" LG G3 (OLED).
Advantages of the LG A1 (OLED)
- The LG A1 (OLED) has no clear advantages over the LG G3 (OLED).
Advantages of the LG G3 (OLED)
- Excellent for bright room
- Excellent for dark room
- Very good for gaming
- Excellent for movies & TV
- Excellent for news, talk, & other TV
- Excellent for cartoons & animation
- Excellent for use as monitor
- Best in class viewing angle
- Best in class reflections
Key differences
Picture Quality
8.2
9.3
10.00/10
CONTRAST
10.00/10
7.1/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
8.5/10
WOLED
PANEL TYPE
WOLED
WBC
PANEL SUB-TYPE
WBE+MLA
The LG G3 (OLED) has excellent picture quality, while the LG A1 (OLED) has very good picture quality.
Sports
8.0
8.7
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.2/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
8.0/10
6.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.4/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The LG G3 (OLED) and LG A1 (OLED) are both very good for sports, though the LG G3 (OLED) is somewhat better.
The LG A1 OLED has excellent response time and good motion processing, making it suitable for watching fast-paced sports, while its reflections handling is very good and it offers a wide viewing angle of 88, ensuring a clear view from different seating positions. The LG G3 OLED also delivers an excellent response time and better motion processing, with an outstanding viewing angle of 100, and the best reflections handling, ensuring exceptional sports viewing even in brightly lit rooms.
Gaming
7.0
8.9
9.0/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
9.4/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.2/10
100.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
100.0/100
6.3/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.3/10
The LG G3 (OLED) is very good for gaming, while the LG A1 (OLED) is good.
The LG A1 OLED offers excellent response times and the lowest input lag, which is essential for gaming, but its refresh rate is limited to 60Hz. In contrast, the LG G3 OLED also provides excellent response times and equally low input lag while offering a higher refresh rate of 120Hz, which is better suited for high-frame-rate gaming.
Cartoons & Animation
8.0
9.2
8.0/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
8.3/10
7.1/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
8.5/10
6.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.4/10
7.1/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
8.6/10
9.2/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
10.0/10
The LG G3 (OLED) is excellent for cartoons & animation, while the LG A1 (OLED) is very good.
When watching cartoons and animation, the LG A1 delivers satisfying colors straight out of the box and covers a wide range of colors, but the LG G3 stands out with exceptional color vibrancy and a marginally broader range of hues. While both TVs display rich colors, the LG G3 also performs slightly better in maintaining those colors across different brightness levels and has greater consistency in lighter shades of gray, leading to a more uniform and immersive experience especially noticeable in brightly colored animations.
News, Talk, & Other TV
8.4
9.2
6.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.4/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
8.0/10
The LG G3 (OLED) is excellent for news, talk, & other TV, while the LG A1 (OLED) is very good.
Bright Room
6.6
9.4
8.8/10
VIEWING ANGLE
10.0/10
6.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.4/10
6.1/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.7/10
8.8/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
10.0/10
The LG G3 (OLED) is excellent for bright room, while the LG A1 (OLED) is only fair.
The LG A1 has fair SDR and HDR brightness, which lowers its performance in bright rooms, along with good reflection handling but not the best. In contrast, the LG G3 offers very good SDR and HDR brightness, ensuring clearer images under strong lighting, and has the best reflection handling, making it more suitable for brightly-lit environments.
Cost
$1,100
$2,279
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
The LG A1 (OLED) has a price of $1,100 and the LG G3 (OLED) costs $2,279.
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Key similarities
Movies & TV
8.9
9.3
10.00/10
CONTRAST
10.00/10
10.0/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
10.0/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
8.0/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
No
HDR10+ SUPPORT
No
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers LG G3 (OLED) to be excellent for movies & TV, while the LG A1 (OLED) is very good.
The LG A1 offers a strong foundation for watching movies with its flawless contrast, perfect black uniformity, and good colors out of the box, which are important for a true cinematic experience. The LG G3, on the other hand, enhances the viewing experience by building on the A1's strengths with even better out-of-box colors, color volume, and max viewing angles, translating to a more vibrant and versatile cinematic display.
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How the LG A1 (OLED) and the LG G3 (OLED) compare to other TVs
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LG A1 (OLED)
- Picture Quality Score: 8.3
$1,100
Spec Comparison
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| LG A1 (OLED) | LG G3 (OLED) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,100 | $2,279 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | LG | LG | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 3, 2021 | April 7, 2023 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | OLED65A1 | OLED65G3 | |
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 | 6.6/10 | 8.6/10 | |
NextGen Ready | |||
NextGen Ready | No | Yes | |
HDMI Ports | |||
HDMI Ports | 3 | 4 | |
Coax Ports | |||
Coax Ports | 1 | 1 | |
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Picture Quality Score | |||
Picture Quality Score | 8.3/10 | 9.3/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 6.7/10 | 9.5/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 7/10 | 9/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 8.9/10 | 9.4/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 8/10 | 8.8/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 32.7" x 57" x 1.8" | 32.3" x 56.7" x 1" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 35.1" x 57" | 34.6" x 56.7" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 52.2 lbs | 52.7 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 300 x 200 | 300 x 300 | |
DISPLAY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Color Depth | |||
Color Depth | 10 bit | 10 bit | |
Black Frame Insertion | |||
Black Frame Insertion | No | Yes | |
Auto Low Latency Mode | |||
Auto Low Latency Mode | Yes | Yes | |
Contrast | |||
Contrast | 10/10 | 10/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 10/10 | 10/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.0 | 4.2 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 20 W | Unknown | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | No | |
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Jaron Schneider | July 2023
"The LG G3 is one of the best well-rounded televisions you can buy in 2023. It excels in showcasing the best movies and TV have to offer while also coming packed with the features you want to see in a top-tier gaming experience."
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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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