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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you value picture quality and a premium viewing experience above all, the LG G1 with its OLED display is excellent for watching movies and gaming due to its deep blacks and rich colors, and it's well-suited for dark to moderately lit rooms. However, if you're looking for a more budget-friendly option, the TCL S555 is significantly less expensive and still offers a good all-around performance that works fine for casual watching and in brighter rooms, although the picture quality won't match the LG G1, especially during dark scenes in movies or games. Remember, the LG G1 is designed to be wall-mounted with no stand included, so consider this when thinking about placement in your home. 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 sports
- Very good for news, talk, & other TV
- Very good for use as monitor
- Very good for upscaling
- Very good motion processing
- Excellent viewing angle
- Excellent reflections
Advantages of the TCL S555 (LCD)
- The TCL S555 (LCD) has no clear advantages over the LG G1 (OLED).
Key differences
Picture Quality
8.8
7.8
10.00/10
CONTRAST
9.07/10
7.5/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.3/10
WOLED
PANEL TYPE
LED FALD
WBE
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The LG G1 (OLED) has very good picture quality, while the TCL S555 (LCD) has good picture quality.
Movies & TV
9.1
7.9
10.00/10
CONTRAST
9.07/10
10.0/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
7.0/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
5.4/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
No
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The LG G1 (OLED) is excellent for movies & TV, while the TCL S555 (LCD) is good.
The LG G1 excels in watching movies and cinematic TV due to its perfect contrast, superior local dimming, and excellent black uniformity which are crucial for dark room viewing, as well as very good colors out of the box and color volume, paired with wide viewing angles. On the other hand, the TCL S555, while offering good colors out of the box and color volume, falls behind particularly in local dimming and black uniformity, which can affect the viewing experience in dark scenes, and also has narrower viewing angles that might limit the viewing experience for groups.
Sports
8.4
6.3
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
5.4/10
7.0/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.5/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The LG G1 (OLED) is very good for sports, while the TCL S555 (LCD) is only fair.
The LG G1 excels in sports viewing due to its superior response time and motion processing capabilities, which are essential for fast action scenes, along with excellent handling of reflections and wide viewing angles that ensure a clear picture from different positions. On the other hand, the TCL S555, while offering decent performance, falls short with only fair response time and motion processing, poor reflection handling, and narrower viewing angles, leading to a less optimal experience for watching sports.
Gaming
9.0
6.7
10.0/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
7.0/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
100.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
80.0/100
7.2/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.3/10
The LG G1 (OLED) is excellent for gaming, while the TCL S555 (LCD) is only fair.
The LG G1 (OLED) offers a superior gaming experience over the TCL S555 (LCD) because it has the best response time and input lag, which are crucial for smooth motion and quick gameplay responsiveness. In contrast, the TCL S555, while still offering good performance, does not match the LG's high refresh rate and rapid response, making it less ideal for fast-paced gaming scenarios.
News, Talk, & Other TV
8.7
7.0
7.0/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.5/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
5.4/10
The LG G1 (OLED) is very good for news, talk, & other TV, while the TCL S555 (LCD) is good.
The LG G1's OLED panel offers excellent upscaling and very good color reproduction right out of the box, making it well-suited for watching news and TV programs with rich and accurate colors. The TCL S555, on the other hand, also provides very good color accuracy out of the box, but with its LCD screen, the upscaling is not on par with the LG G1, though it still manages to produce good SDR brightness for well-lit environments.
Cost
$2,199
$600
$0
$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 TCL S555 (LCD) costs $600.
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Key similarities
Cartoons & Animation
8.5
8.4
8.1/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.4/10
7.5/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.3/10
7.0/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.5/10
8.1/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
8.6/10
9.8/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.4/10
The LG G1 (OLED) and TCL S555 (LCD) are both very good for cartoons & animation.
The LG G1 stands out for cartoons and animation due to its excellent color accuracy right out of the box and very good color gamut, ensuring a wide spectrum of vibrant and true colors. On the other hand, the TCL S555 offers very good color accuracy without needing adjustments and a good color gamut which, while not as extensive as the LG G1, still provides pleasing color reproduction for animated content.
Bright Room
7.4
7.3
9.3/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.5/10
7.0/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.5/10
7.4/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.0/10
9.3/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
5.9/10
The LG G1 (OLED) and TCL S555 (LCD) are both good for bright room.
The LG G1 OLED has excellent reflection handling, making it suitable for bright rooms despite an SDR and HDR brightness that's just good, and offers superior contrast and color performance. On the other hand, the TCL S555 LCD, while having very good SDR brightness and good HDR brightness, falls short with poor reflection handling, which can be an issue in bright environments.
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Spec Comparison
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| LG G1 (OLED) | TCL S555 (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$2,199 | $600 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | LG | TCL | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 3, 2021 | September 3, 2022 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | OLED65G1 | 65S555 | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 65" | 65" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | webOS | Roku TV | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 8/10 | 6.1/10 | |
NextGen Ready | |||
NextGen Ready | Yes | No | |
HDMI Ports | |||
HDMI Ports | 4 | 4 | |
Coax Ports | |||
Coax Ports | 1 | 1 | |
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Picture Quality Score | |||
Picture Quality Score | 8.8/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 7.4/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 9/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 9.2/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 8.4/10 | 6.3/10 | |
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" | 32.7" x 56.9" x 3" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 35" x 56.9" | 35" x 56.9" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 63.9 lbs | 45.9 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 300 x 300 | 300 x 300 | |
DISPLAY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Color Depth | |||
Color Depth | 10 bit | 13 bit | |
Black Frame Insertion | |||
Black Frame Insertion | Yes | Yes | |
Auto Low Latency Mode | |||
Auto Low Latency Mode | Yes | Yes | |
Contrast | |||
Contrast | 10/10 | 9.1/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 10/10 | 6.1/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 4.2 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 60 W | 20 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | No | |
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Caleb Denison | December 2022
"It looks great out of the box and the picture quality it is rock-solid for the price. (...) What really makes this a decent gaming TV, though, is the very low input lag. (...) But if you want to save a little money, the TCL S555 strikes a great balance between cost and performance – the kind of performance that’s impressive enough to deliver some wow to your eyes. (...)"
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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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