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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize superb picture quality, especially in darker rooms, the LG G1 OLED will offer deeper blacks and more vibrant colors but at a higher cost. However, if you want a bright room television that's also budget-friendly, the Sony X95K LCD could be a more suitable choice, with good performance in well-lit environments and less impact on your wallet. Note the LG G1 doesn't come with a regular stand and is designed for wall mounting. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the LG G1 (OLED)
- Excellent for dark room
- Excellent for gaming
- Excellent for movies & TV
- Very good for use as monitor
- Excellent 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
8.8
8.0
10.00/10
CONTRAST
7.50/10
7.5/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.8/10
WOLED
PANEL TYPE
LED FALD
WBE
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The LG G1 (OLED) and Sony X95K (LCD) both have very good picture quality, though the LG G1 (OLED) has somewhat better picture quality.
Movies & TV
9.1
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 G1 (OLED) is excellent for movies & TV, while the Sony X95K (LCD) is very good.
The LG G1 OLED excels in watching movies and cinematic TV with perfect contrast, excellent local dimming, and outstanding black uniformity, enhancing dark scene viewing. The Sony X95K LCD, although very good for the same content with decent contrast and local dimming, falls behind in black uniformity, which is paramount for movie watchers, but offers superior color volume and better brightness in well-lit environments.
Gaming
9.0
8.2
10.0/10
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
7.2/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.1/10
The LG G1 (OLED) is excellent for gaming, while the Sony X95K (LCD) is very good.
The LG G1 (OLED) is considered excellent for gaming as it has a superior response time and lower input lag, key factors for a smooth gaming experience. In comparison, the Sony X95K (LCD) has slightly lower performance in these areas, making it very good for gaming but not on par with the G1's performance in fast-paced games that can benefit from quicker screen responses and input detection.
Bright Room
7.4
9.5
9.3/10
VIEWING ANGLE
6.0/10
7.0/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.1/10
7.4/10
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 G1 (OLED) is good.
The Sony X95K, with its LCD screen, provides higher SDR and HDR brightness levels, enhancing visibility in well-lit environments and handling reflections better than LG G1, which has an OLED screen. While the LG G1 offers superior contrast and more vibrant colors, its lower brightness makes it less ideal than the Sony X95K in bright rooms.
Cost
$2,199
$1,788
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
The LG G1 (OLED) has a price of $2,199 and the Sony X95K (LCD) costs $1,788.
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Key similarities
Sports
8.4
8.0
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
10.0/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.0/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
7.0/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.1/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The LG G1 (OLED) and Sony X95K (LCD) are both very good for sports.
The LG G1 excels in watching sports due to its superb response time and excellent handling of reflections, making it ideal for fast action with minimal motion blur and reduced glare. On the other hand, the Sony X95K offers exceptional motion processing and good reflection handling, but its viewing angles are narrower, making the LG G1 a better choice for larger viewing groups or rooms with wide seating arrangements.
Cartoons & Animation
8.5
8.7
8.1/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.7/10
7.5/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.8/10
7.0/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.1/10
8.1/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
8.5/10
9.8/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
8.0/10
The Sony X95K (LCD) and LG G1 (OLED) are both very good for cartoons & animation.
The LG G1 OLED scores very good in colors out of the box and color gamut, which means it displays vibrant and accurate colors for cartoons & animation. The Sony X95K LCD also scores very good in colors out of the box with a good color gamut, ensuring rich and consistent color delivery, although it excels in SDR brightness which can benefit viewing in brighter rooms.
News, Talk, & Other TV
8.7
9.1
7.0/10
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 G1 (OLED) is very good.
The LG G1 OLED boasts perfect contrast and very good SDR brightness, which enhances the viewing experience for news and TV programs, particularly in a dim or moderately-lit room. On the other hand, the Sony X95K LCD is exceptional in bright room conditions due to its excellent SDR brightness and effective local dimming, making it a better choice for daytime viewing in bright environments.
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How the LG G1 (OLED) and the Sony X95K (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
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| LG G1 (OLED) | Sony X95K (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$2,199 | $1,788 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | LG | Sony | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 3, 2021 | May 3, 2022 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | OLED65G1 | 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 | 8/10 | 9.5/10 | |
NextGen Ready | |||
NextGen Ready | Yes | Yes | |
HDMI Ports | |||
HDMI Ports | 4 | 4 | |
Coax Ports | |||
Coax Ports | 1 | 1 | |
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Picture Quality Score | |||
Picture Quality Score | 8.8/10 | 8/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 7.4/10 | 9.6/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 9/10 | 8.2/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 9.2/10 | 8/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 8.4/10 | 8/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 32.7" x 56.9" x 0.8" | 32.9" x 56.9" x 2.4" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 35" x 56.9" | 33.4" x 56.9" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 63.9 lbs | 70.8 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 300 x 300 | 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 | 7.5/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 10/10 | 8.4/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 4.2 | 4.2 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 60 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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