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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize top-notch picture quality and gaming performance, and don't mind a higher cost, the LG C2 OLED TV is an excellent choice. It offers exceptional contrast with perfect blacks, making it ideal for dark-room viewing. It's also well-suited to brightly lit rooms but keep in mind that OLED screens can be more prone to glare than LCDs. On the other hand, if budget is a concern and you're looking for basic performance for mixed content like news, sports, and cartoons, the TCL S446 LCD TV is more affordable. Its picture quality is decent, particularly in well-lit rooms, but it won't match the LG's. It also has a lower performance for gaming and watching movies in dark environments due to its contrast and black level capabilities. Consider how these factors align with your viewing habits and budget when making your decision. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the LG C2 (OLED)
- Good for bright room
- Excellent for dark room
- Very good for gaming
- Excellent for movies & TV
- Very good for sports
- Excellent 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 S446 (LCD)
- The TCL S446 (LCD) has no clear advantages over the LG C2 (OLED).
Key differences
Picture Quality
8.8
5.8
10.00/10
CONTRAST
5.37/10
7.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.0/10
WOLED
PANEL TYPE
LED
WBE
PANEL SUB-TYPE
IPS
The LG C2 (OLED) has very good picture quality, while the TCL S446 (LCD) has poor picture quality.
Movies & TV
9.1
5.4
10.00/10
CONTRAST
5.37/10
10.0/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
4.8/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
No
HDR10+ SUPPORT
No
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
No
The LG C2 (OLED) is excellent for movies & TV, while the TCL S446 (LCD) is poor.
Sports
8.4
6.4
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
8.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.0/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
7.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.0/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The LG C2 (OLED) is very good for sports, while the TCL S446 (LCD) is only fair.
The LG C2 boasts a superior response time, which is critical for capturing the quick movements in sports without motion blur, and its OLED screen offers excellent viewing angles, ensuring a clear picture regardless of where you're sitting. On the other hand, the TCL S446 has a fair response time that may result in more motion blur during fast-paced games and its LCD screen provides narrower viewing angles, which could reduce picture quality when not viewed straight-on.
Gaming
8.9
5.8
10.0/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
6.2/10
8.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.0/10
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
100.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
0.0/100
8.0/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.6/10
The LG C2 (OLED) is very good for gaming, while the TCL S446 (LCD) is poor.
The LG C2 OLED is superior for gaming due to its top-tier response time and very low input lag, providing a smooth and responsive gaming experience. Conversely, the TCL S446 LCD's gaming performance is inferior because it has only a fair response time and despite its very good input lag, the overall responsiveness does not match the LG C2's performance.
Cartoons & Animation
8.7
6.4
8.3/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
5.8/10
7.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.0/10
7.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.0/10
7.9/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
9.1/10
10.0/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.0/10
The LG C2 (OLED) is very good for cartoons & animation, while the TCL S446 (LCD) is only fair.
The LG C2 OLED provides a richer viewing experience for cartoons and animation with better colors straight out of the box and a wider range of colors (color gamut), which are very important for vibrant, lively images. In contrast, the TCL S446 LCD, while offering decent performance, falls short in its ability to display as wide a range of colors, affecting the overall vibrancy and depth of animated content.
News, Talk, & Other TV
9.0
6.4
7.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.0/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
The LG C2 (OLED) is excellent for news, talk, & other TV, while the TCL S446 (LCD) is only fair.
The LG C2 OLED excels in upscaling lower resolution content and offers good SDR brightness, which makes it suitable for viewing news and other TV programs with heightened clarity and visibility. In contrast, the TCL S446 LCD falls short in upscaling and SDR brightness, presenting a fair performance that may not deliver the same level of detail and visibility in similar viewing situations.
Bright Room
7.8
5.8
9.5/10
VIEWING ANGLE
7.5/10
7.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.0/10
7.5/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.4/10
9.2/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
7.2/10
The LG C2 (OLED) is good for bright room, while the TCL S446 (LCD) is poor.
The LG C2 OLED TV is better suited for bright rooms due to its excellent handling of reflections and good SDR and HDR brightness, meaning it can maintain picture quality under various lighting conditions. Conversely, the TCL S446 LCD TV has poor HDR brightness and only fair SDR brightness, which, combined with less effective reflections handling, can result in a washed-out image when viewed in well-lit environments.
Cost
$1,355
$400
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The LG C2 (OLED) has a price of $1,355 and the TCL S446 (LCD) costs $400.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| LG C2 (OLED) | TCL S446 (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,355 | $400 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | LG | TCL | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 3, 2022 | September 4, 2021 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | OLED65C2 | 65S446 | |
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 | 8.6/10 | 6/10 | |
NextGen Ready | |||
NextGen Ready | No | No | |
HDMI Ports | |||
HDMI Ports | 4 | 3 | |
Coax Ports | |||
Coax Ports | 1 | 1 | |
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Picture Quality Score | |||
Picture Quality Score | 8.8/10 | 5.8/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 7.8/10 | 5.8/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 9/10 | 5.9/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 9.1/10 | 5.5/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 8.5/10 | 6.4/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 32.5" x 56.7" x 1.8" | 33.2" x 57.4" x 3.3" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 34.6" x 56.7" | 35.3" x 57.4" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 32.6 lbs | 37.9 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 | Yes | Yes | |
Auto Low Latency Mode | |||
Auto Low Latency Mode | Yes | Yes | |
Contrast | |||
Contrast | 10/10 | 5.4/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 10/10 | 2.5/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.2 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 40 W | 16 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Bypass only | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | No | |
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David Katzmaier | November 2022
"The C2 offers image quality that's a clear step above any non-OLED TV I've seen. The C2 is rare among high-end TVs in that all four of its HDMI ports support 4K/120, great for hard-core gamers with multiple next-gen devices. The C2 is plenty bright enough for just about any viewing environment. It also outperforms QLED TVs like the Samsung QN90B and TCL 6-Series. That's why I consider the LG C2 the best high-end TV for the money of 2022."
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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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