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Updated January 10, 2024·
Choose the LG C1 if you value superior overall picture quality, especially for movies and gaming. Its OLED technology delivers high contrast and black uniformity, which is great for dark room viewing. However, the screen is less bright, which might not be ideal in very sunny rooms. On the other hand, the TCL R745 has a larger screen and is a reasonable option if size is a priority. Yet, its performance in bright rooms and its overall picture quality is not as high as the LG C1. It also lacks local dimming, which can impact dark scene performance. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the LG C1 (OLED)
- Good for bright room
- Very good for dark room
- Excellent for gaming
- Very good 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
- Excellent viewing angle
- Excellent reflections
Advantages of the TCL R745 (LCD)
- The TCL R745 (LCD) has no clear advantages over the LG C1 (OLED).
Key differences
Picture Quality
8.5
5.6
10.00/10
CONTRAST
4.97/10
7.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
5.8/10
WOLED
PANEL TYPE
LED
WBC
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The LG C1 (OLED) has very good picture quality, while the TCL R745 (LCD) has poor picture quality.
Movies & TV
8.9
5.2
10.00/10
CONTRAST
4.97/10
10.0/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
5.0/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
No
HDR10+ SUPPORT
No
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The LG C1 (OLED) is very good for movies & TV, while the TCL R745 (LCD) is poor.
The LG C1 excels in watching movies and cinematic TV due to its perfect contrast and black uniformity, ensuring deep blacks and high picture quality, while the TCL R745 falls short with its lower contrast and poorer black uniformity resulting in a less ideal viewing experience for dark scenes. Additionally, the LG C1’s superior viewing angles and color performance out of the box make it a better fit for varied seating arrangements and immediate enjoyment without the need for color adjustments, unlike the TCL R745 which is more limited in these aspects.
Sports
8.3
6.4
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
7.0/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The LG C1 (OLED) is very good for sports, while the TCL R745 (LCD) is only fair.
The LG C1 excels in watching sports due to its best response time, which minimizes blur in fast-moving scenes, and excellent viewing angles allowing consistent picture quality across different seating positions. The TCL R745, although it has best input lag for gaming, falls short with only fair response time which can result in more motion blur and a narrower viewing angle reducing color accuracy and contrast when viewed from the side.
Gaming
9.0
7.4
10.0/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
6.1/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
100.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
0.0/100
7.2/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.7/10
The LG C1 (OLED) is excellent for gaming, while the TCL R745 (LCD) is good.
The LG C1 excels in gaming due to its best-in-class response time and input lag, ensuring minimal motion blur and swift reaction, which is critical for fast-paced games. In contrast, the TCL R745, while still good for gaming, can't match the LG C1 in these areas, potentially introducing more lag and blur, factors that might be noticeable especially in high-speed gaming scenarios.
Cartoons & Animation
8.2
5.9
8.1/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
6.5/10
7.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
5.8/10
7.0/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
7.2/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
7.7/10
9.6/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.0/10
The LG C1 (OLED) is very good for cartoons & animation, while the TCL R745 (LCD) is poor.
The LG C1 (OLED) provides vibrant and accurate colors out of the box, with a very good color gamut that makes it great for watching cartoons and animation. In contrast, the TCL R745 (LCD) has less impressive color performance, with a fair color gamut and poor color volume, which could make animated content look less engaging.
News, Talk, & Other TV
8.6
6.1
7.0/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
The LG C1 (OLED) is very good for news, talk, & other TV, while the TCL R745 (LCD) is only fair.
The LG C1 excels in upscaling lower resolution content, crucial for news and talk shows that might not be broadcast in high definition, and offers very good SDR brightness to maintain clear visibility. In contrast, the TCL R745 has fair performance in upscaling and lower SDR brightness, which can result in a less crisp image and reduced visibility in brightly lit rooms.
Bright Room
7.1
5.8
9.3/10
VIEWING ANGLE
6.8/10
7.0/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
7.0/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.5/10
9.2/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
7.8/10
The LG C1 (OLED) is good for bright room, while the TCL R745 (LCD) is poor.
The LG C1 OLED TV offers excellent reflection handling capabilities and good brightness for both SDR and HDR content, making it suitable for bright rooms, whereas the TCL R745 LCD TV, although having good reflection handling, falls short in brightness in both SDR and HDR content which hinders its performance in well-lit environments. Additionally, the OLED screen of the LG C1 provides superior contrast, color volume, and a wider color gamut which contribute to better overall picture quality, whether in dark or bright conditions.
Cost
$1,349
$1,700
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The LG C1 (OLED) has a price of $1,349 and the TCL R745 (LCD) costs $1,700.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| LG C1 (OLED) | TCL R745 (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,349 | $1,700 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | LG | TCL | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 3, 2021 | April 1, 2021 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | OLED65C1 | 85R745 | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 65" | 85" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | webOS | Roku TV | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 6.1/10 | |
NextGen Ready | |||
NextGen Ready | No | No | |
HDMI Ports | |||
HDMI Ports | 4 | 4 | |
Coax Ports | |||
Coax Ports | 1 | 1 | |
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Picture Quality Score | |||
Picture Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 5.7/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 7.2/10 | 5.8/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 9/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 9/10 | 5.3/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 8.4/10 | 6.4/10 | |
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" | 42.8" x 75.6" x 3.7" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 33.9" x 57" | 46.7" x 75.6" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 52.9 lbs | 110.7 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 300 x 200 | 600 x 400 | |
DISPLAY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Color Depth | |||
Color Depth | 10 bit | 11 bit | |
Black Frame Insertion | |||
Black Frame Insertion | Yes | Yes | |
Auto Low Latency Mode | |||
Auto Low Latency Mode | Yes | Yes | |
Contrast | |||
Contrast | 10/10 | 5/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 10/10 | 2.5/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.2 | 2.1 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 40 W | 50 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | Yes, 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 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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