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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize overall picture quality, especially for movies and dark room viewing, the LG A1 OLED could be a better choice but may not perform as brightly in well-lit rooms. Alternatively, if you're interested in a TV that offers better gaming performance and brighter room handling, the Sony X95K LCD may suit you better, although it comes at a higher price. The Sony X95K also has better sound quality with great speakers, making it a good option if audio is important to you. Keep in mind the LG A1 has a higher contrast which is beneficial for viewing in dark environments. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the LG A1 (OLED)
- Very good for use as monitor
- Very good viewing angle
Advantages of the Sony X95K (LCD)
- Best in class for bright room
- Very good for gaming
- Excellent for news, talk, & other TV
- Best in class for upscaling
- Best in class motion processing
Key differences
Movies & TV
8.9
8.0
10.00/10
CONTRAST
7.50/10
10.0/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
6.1/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
No
HDR10+ SUPPORT
No
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The LG A1 (OLED) and Sony X95K (LCD) are both very good for movies & TV, though the LG A1 (OLED) is somewhat better.
The LG A1 OLED excels in movie and cinematic TV viewing due to its perfect black uniformity and infinite contrast ratio, which are crucial for dark scenes, while the Sony X95K LCD is also very good due to its excellent local dimming that boosts contrast and its superior color volume which enhances vibrant scenes.
Gaming
7.0
8.2
9.0/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
8.0/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.0/10
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
10.0/10
100.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
85.0/100
6.3/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.1/10
The Sony X95K (LCD) is very good for gaming, while the LG A1 (OLED) is good.
The LG A1 OLED has an excellent response time and the best input lag, which is well-suited for fast-paced games, but with a 60Hz refresh rate, it falls short for gamers seeking smoother gameplay at higher frame rates. In contrast, the Sony X95K LCD offers very good response times and good input lag, complements of its higher 120Hz refresh rate, making it a better option for gamers desiring higher frame rates and smoother motion.
Cartoons & Animation
8.0
8.7
8.0/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.7/10
7.1/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.8/10
6.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.1/10
7.1/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
8.5/10
9.2/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
8.0/10
The Sony X95K (LCD) and LG A1 (OLED) are both very good for cartoons & animation, though the Sony X95K (LCD) is somewhat better.
The LG A1's OLED technology offers vibrant colors straight out of the box and a wider color gamut, making animation pop without the need for adjustment, while the Sony X95K delivers rich colors and a decent color gamut as well, but its LCD screen may not provide as deep blacks, impacting contrast when watching animated content. Both TVs handle color volume, gray uniformity, and standard dynamic range brightness adequately, but the outstanding contrast on the LG A1 enhances the viewing experience for animation, despite its relatively lower brightness compared to the brighter Sony X95K which can handle well-lit rooms better.
News, Talk, & Other TV
8.4
9.1
6.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.1/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
The Sony X95K (LCD) is excellent for news, talk, & other TV, while the LG A1 (OLED) is very good.
The LG A1 performs well for news and TV programs largely due to its superior upscaling and excellent color out of the box, ensuring clear and accurate images even from lower resolution sources. The Sony X95K excels notably in these settings because of its higher SDR brightness and effective local dimming which enhances visibility in bright rooms and improves contrast, making it stand out despite having slightly lower upscaling and colors out of the box performance compared to the LG A1.
Bright Room
6.6
9.5
8.8/10
VIEWING ANGLE
6.0/10
6.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.1/10
6.1/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.1/10
8.8/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
8.4/10
The Sony X95K (LCD) is best in class for bright room, while the LG A1 (OLED) is only fair.
The LG A1 OLED TV's SDR and HDR brightness are fair and reflections handling is very good, making it suitable for moderately lit environments, but in very bright rooms, the lower brightness might be insufficient to overcome glare. In contrast, the Sony X95K LCD TV offers excellent SDR and HDR brightness and very good reflections handling, which means it can maintain picture quality even in well-lit conditions; however, the OLED TV may provide better contrast and color vibrancy in darker environments.
Cost
$1,100
$1,788
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The LG A1 (OLED) has a price of $1,100 and the Sony X95K (LCD) costs $1,788.
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Key similarities
Picture Quality
8.2
8.0
10.00/10
CONTRAST
7.50/10
7.1/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.8/10
WOLED
PANEL TYPE
LED FALD
WBC
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The LG A1 (OLED) and Sony X95K (LCD) both have very good picture quality.
Sports
8.0
8.0
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
10.0/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.0/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
6.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.1/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The LG A1 (OLED) and Sony X95K (LCD) are both very good for sports.
The LG A1 OLED has excellent response time and wide viewing angles, making it great for fast-paced sports without loss of image quality even when viewed from the side, but its screen may reflect more in brightly lit rooms. The Sony X95K LCD excels in motion processing, ensuring smooth action during sports, handles reflections well, but has narrower viewing angles, meaning colors and contrast can shift when not sitting directly in front of the TV.
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How the LG A1 (OLED) and the Sony X95K (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
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| LG A1 (OLED) | Sony X95K (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,100 | $1,788 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | LG | Sony | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 3, 2021 | May 3, 2022 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | OLED65A1 | XR-65X95K | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 65" | 65" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | webOS | Android TV | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 6.6/10 | 9.5/10 | |
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 | 8/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 6.7/10 | 9.6/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 7/10 | 8.2/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 8.9/10 | 8/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 8/10 | 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" | 32.9" x 56.9" x 2.4" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 35.1" x 57" | 33.4" x 56.9" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 52.2 lbs | 70.8 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 | 7.5/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 10/10 | 8.4/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.0 | 4.2 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 20 W | 60 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | Up to DTS Digital Surround, Bypass only | |
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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.
About Sony
Sony stands as a highly experienced and widely trusted TV manufacturer, earning a reputation that surpasses all others. A Japanese company, Sony has been making TVs for far longs than it has been making Playstation game consoles. Sony's high-end TVs are often regarded as the ultimate choice for videophiles, representing the epitome of quality, albeit at a premium price point. Renowned for their advanced and precise motion handling, as well as their cutting-edge local dimming algorithms, Sony consistently delivers unparalleled performance in these areas. They include Google TV software with all their TV sets, which grants access to the largest selection of apps available and they also include Bravia Core which is a movie streaming platform specifically for Sony TVs that offers higher picture quality by using more bandwidth.
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