If you want deep blacks and impressive contrast, especially for movies or gaming in dark rooms, go for the LG B2 OLED. It is also less expensive. However, its screen isn't as bright, which could be a disadvantage in sunny rooms.
On the other hand, the Sony X95K LCD is better for watching in bright rooms and has good built-in speakers. While it's more expensive than the LG B2, its screen is brighter, which helps in well-lit conditions, but it doesn't deliver the same level of black depth as the OLED. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the LG B2 (OLED)
Excellent for dark room
Excellent for movies & TV
Very good for use as monitor
Best in class viewing angle
Excellent reflections
Advantages of the Sony X95K (LCD)
Best in class for bright room
Excellent for news, talk, & other TV
Best in class for upscaling
Best in class motion processing
Key differences
Picture Quality
8.7/10
8.0/10
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 B2 (OLED) and Sony X95K (LCD) both have very good picture quality, though the LG B2 (OLED) has somewhat better picture quality.
Movies & TV
9.1/10
8.0/10
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 B2 (OLED) is excellent for movies & TV, while the Sony X95K (LCD) is very good.
The LG B2 OLED TV excels in contrast, local dimming, and black uniformity, providing deep blacks and well-defined shadows for an immersive cinematic experience, and its wide viewing angles preserve picture quality from different seating positions. In comparison, while the Sony X95K LCD TV performs well, it does not match the LG in these areas but offers brighter highlights and more pronounced contrast in brighter rooms, which might be preferred by some viewers.
Gaming
8.9/10
8.2/10
10.0/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
8.0/10
8.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.0/10
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
10.0/10
100.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
85.0/100
7.3/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.1/10
The LG B2 (OLED) and Sony X95K (LCD) are both very good for gaming, though the LG B2 (OLED) is somewhat better.
The LG B2 OLED stands out with its exceptional response time, making fast-moving images appear more fluid, crucial for gaming, and its input lag is very low, ensuring quick reactions to on-screen action. On the other hand, while the Sony X95K LCD also features a very good response time and low input lag for responsive gameplay, it cannot surpass the nearly instantaneous response time of the LG B2 OLED.
Bright Room
7.5/10
9.5/10
9.8/10
VIEWING ANGLE
6.0/10
7.6/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.1/10
7.0/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.1/10
9.3/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
8.4/10
The Sony X95K (LCD) is best in class for bright room, while the LG B2 (OLED) is good.
The Sony X95K outshines the LG B2 for viewers in bright rooms largely because it scores excellently in both SDR and HDR brightness, while also handling reflections very well. Although the LG B2 offers perfect contrast which is integral for deep blacks and has excellent color gamut and good color volume for vibrant images, its brightness level is rated as good, which is less suitable than the Sony for brightly lit environments.
Cost
$1,597
$1,788
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The LG B2 (OLED) has a price of $1,597 and the Sony X95K (LCD) costs $1,788.
The LG B2 (OLED) and Sony X95K (LCD) are both very good for sports.
Watching sports on the LG B2 OLED provides excellent motion processing and reflections handling with wide viewing angles, ensuring vibrant and clear images from most perspectives, which is essential in group settings. On the other hand, the Sony X95K excels in motion processing with fast response times but offers narrower viewing angles, making it less ideal for large groups spread out across the room.
Cartoons & Animation
8.6/10
8.7/10
8.1/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.7/10
7.1/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.8/10
7.6/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.1/10
8.5/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
8.5/10
9.2/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
8.0/10
The Sony X95K (LCD) and LG B2 (OLED) are both very good for cartoons & animation.
The LG B2 (OLED) excels in displaying cartoons and animations due to its very good color accuracy right out of the box and a wide color gamut that enhances vibrant colors characteristic of animated content. In comparison, the Sony X95K (LCD) also offers very good color accuracy immediately upon usage and a good color gamut, benefitting color-rich content but may fall slightly behind the LG B2 in terms of the richness and depth of colors.
News, Talk, & Other TV
8.9/10
9.1/10
7.6/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.1/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Sony X95K (LCD) to be excellent for news, talk, & other TV, while the LG B2 (OLED) is very good.
The LG B2 delivers strong contrast and local dimming, providing clear images for news and talk shows; however, it's outshined by the Sony X95K's excellent SDR brightness, making it better suited for well-lit rooms. Both TVs offer pleasing colors straight out of the box and wide color gamuts, but the X95K's superior upscaling prowess ensures even lower-resolution content appears crisper, enhancing the viewing experience for everyday TV programs.
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How the LG B2 (OLED) and the Sony X95K (LCD) compare to other TVs
"The LG B2 OLED pairs lush, saturated colors and perfect contrast with a 120Hz screen, HDMI 2.1 ports and a great smart TV platform. The LG B2 OLED is an ideal alternative to the LG C2 OLED for folks who want a taste of OLED life without the sticker price that usually comes with it. The LG B2 OLED does a lot right in terms of performance, color saturation is wonderful and contrast is second-to-none. Not only did color saturation and off-axis viewing impress me, harder to quantify specs like motion processing and upscaling really blew me away as well."
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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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