If you prioritize high-quality picture for movies, sports, and gaming, especially in dark rooms, and are willing to pay more, the LG B2 (OLED) is an excellent choice. It has very good overall picture quality, excels in dark environments thanks to its perfect black uniformity, and has low input lag for gaming. However, its performance is just good, not best-in-class, in bright rooms. The TCL S450F (LCD) is a budget-friendly option, but with only fair picture quality across the board and poor local dimming, it won't deliver the same level of experience. Ideal for casual viewing in less challenging environments, it falls short for critical viewing or gaming. Both TVs support HDR content, but the LG likely offers better HDR performance due to its superior contrast and brightness capabilities. Keep in mind, the LG's OLED screen is more prone to permanent burn-in when used as a monitor or for gaming with static elements over long periods, something to consider if you intend to use the TV in this way. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the LG B2 (OLED)
Good for bright room
Excellent for dark room
Very good for gaming
Excellent for movies & TV
Very good for sports
Very good for news, talk, & other TV
Very good for cartoons & animation
Very good for use as monitor
Very good for upscaling
Very good motion processing
Best in class viewing angle
Excellent reflections
Advantages of the TCL S450F (LCD)
The TCL S450F (LCD) has no clear advantages over the LG B2 (OLED).
Key differences
Picture Quality
8.7/10
6.5/10
10.00/10
CONTRAST
6.428571429/10
7.1/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.3/10
WOLED
PANEL TYPE
LED
WBC
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The LG B2 (OLED) has very good picture quality, while the TCL S450F (LCD) has only fair picture quality.
Movies & TV
9.1/10
6.0/10
10.00/10
CONTRAST
6.428571429/10
10.0/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
9.2/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
No
HDR10+ SUPPORT
No
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The LG B2 (OLED) is excellent for movies & TV, while the TCL S450F (LCD) is only fair.
Sports
8.4/10
6.1/10
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
8.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
7.6/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.3/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The LG B2 (OLED) is very good for sports, while the TCL S450F (LCD) is only fair.
Gaming
8.9/10
5.7/10
10.0/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
6.0/10
8.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
100.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
10.0/100
7.3/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
The LG B2 (OLED) is very good for gaming, while the TCL S450F (LCD) is poor.
Cartoons & Animation
8.6/10
6.0/10
8.1/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
5.9/10
7.1/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.3/10
7.6/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.3/10
8.5/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
6.6/10
9.2/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
5.8/10
The LG B2 (OLED) is very good for cartoons & animation, while the TCL S450F (LCD) is only fair.
News, Talk, & Other TV
8.9/10
6.4/10
7.6/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.3/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
The LG B2 (OLED) is very good for news, talk, & other TV, while the TCL S450F (LCD) is only fair.
Bright Room
7.5/10
6.0/10
9.8/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.1/10
7.6/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.3/10
7.0/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.6/10
9.3/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
6.3/10
The LG B2 (OLED) is good for bright room, while the TCL S450F (LCD) is only fair.
Cost
$1,597
$400
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The LG B2 (OLED) has a price of $1,597 and the TCL S450F (LCD) costs $400.
"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."
Get a great deal on the LG B2 (OLED) or the TCL S450F (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 TCL
TCL, the highly recognizable TV brand from China, has firmly established itself as the second-largest manufacturer in terms of sales volume. Renowned for striking an impressive balance between affordability, picture quality, and design, TCL TVs deliver a compelling overall package. While they have traditionally excelled in the low-end and midrange TV segments, TCL has recently made remarkable strides in the realm of high-end televisions, introducing impressive models that rival top competitors. Most TCL TVs use Roku software which is very user friendly and easy to use, but they have a few other models that use Google TV which has the largest app selection, but is not as user friendly as Roku.
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