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Updated January 10, 2024·
The LG G3 is a high-end OLED TV that offers superior picture quality, perfect blacks, and excellent gaming experience. It performs well in both dark and bright rooms, and it features great speakers. The TCL R655 is a midrange LCD TV that is less expensive. It provides a very good gaming experience but doesn't match the LG G3 in picture quality, especially in dark rooms. Its performance in bright rooms is comparable. However, the audio quality and speaker power are not on par with the LG G3. If you prioritize top-notch picture quality and sound, and are willing to pay more, the LG G3 is your choice. But if you want to save money and still have a good gaming TV, then the TCL R655 is a solid option. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the LG G3 (OLED)
- Excellent for dark room
- Excellent for movies & TV
- Very good for sports
- Excellent for news, talk, & other TV
- Excellent for cartoons & animation
- Excellent for use as monitor
- Very good for upscaling
- Very good motion processing
- Best in class viewing angle
- Best in class reflections
Advantages of the TCL R655 (LCD)
- Best in class for bright room
Key differences
Picture Quality
9.3
8.0
10.00/10
CONTRAST
9.07/10
8.5/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
8.2/10
WOLED
PANEL TYPE
miniLED FALD
WBE+MLA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The LG G3 (OLED) has excellent picture quality, while the TCL R655 (LCD) has very good picture quality.
Movies & TV
9.3
7.9
10.00/10
CONTRAST
9.07/10
10.0/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
6.1/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
5.4/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
No
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The LG G3 (OLED) is excellent for movies & TV, while the TCL R655 (LCD) is good.
The LG G3 OLED excels in watching movies and cinematic TV due to its perfect contrast, superior local dimming, and impeccable black uniformity, which are essential for deep black scenes, coupled with better viewing angles and more accurate colors out of the box. Conversely, the TCL R655 LCD, while still good, falls short with its lower performance in local dimming, black uniformity, and viewing angles, which may affect the viewing experience in dark scenes and when viewed from an angle.
Sports
8.7
6.6
8.2/10
MOTION PROCESSING
5.3/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
5.4/10
8.4/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.1/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The LG G3 (OLED) is very good for sports, while the TCL R655 (LCD) is only fair.
The LG G3 has excellent response time and motion processing, which are crucial for clear images in fast sports action, and it also handles reflections well, maintaining picture quality in bright conditions. On the other hand, the TCL R655, while fair in reflection handling, falls short with slower response time and less effective motion processing, leading to less clarity during fast movements which can be more noticeable in sports viewing.
News, Talk, & Other TV
9.2
7.2
8.4/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.1/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
5.4/10
The LG G3 (OLED) is excellent for news, talk, & other TV, while the TCL R655 (LCD) is good.
The LG G3 (OLED) excels in upscaling lower-resolution content and offers very good SDR brightness, making it excellent for watching news and TV programs. The TCL R655 (LCD), while providing excellent SDR brightness, may not upscale content as well and has good but not very good colors out of the box, making it good but not excellent for the same viewing situations.
Cost
$1,997
$1,000
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The LG G3 (OLED) has a price of $1,997 and the TCL R655 (LCD) costs $1,000.
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Key similarities
Gaming
8.9
8.6
9.4/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
7.0/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
8.2/10
MOTION PROCESSING
5.3/10
100.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
85.0/100
8.3/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.8/10
The LG G3 (OLED) and TCL R655 (LCD) are both very good for gaming.
The LG G3 (OLED) provides an excellent response to changing images and the lowest input lag for a responsive gaming experience, while the TCL R655 (LCD) with its higher refresh rate also ensures a smooth gaming performance but doesn't match the LG's immediate responsiveness.
Cartoons & Animation
9.2
8.7
8.3/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.6/10
8.5/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
8.2/10
8.4/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.1/10
8.6/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
7.7/10
10.0/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
8.2/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers LG G3 (OLED) to be excellent for cartoons & animation, while the TCL R655 (LCD) is very good.
The LG G3 OLED excels in watching cartoons and animation due to its excellent colors out of the box and color gamut, ensuring vivid and accurate hues. While the TCL R655 LCD is very good for the same content, its out-of-the-box color accuracy and color gamut are not as outstanding, but still delivers a satisfying viewing experience.
Bright Room
9.4
9.5
10.0/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.2/10
8.4/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.1/10
8.7/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.5/10
10.0/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
8.8/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers TCL R655 (LCD) to be best in class for bright room, while the LG G3 (OLED) is excellent.
The LG G3 OLED TV has the highest reflections handling capability, which is crucial for a bright room, and performs very well in both SDR and HDR brightness levels. However, the TCL R655 LCD TV surpasses the LG in SDR brightness, making it an exceptional performer in bright environments, though it has lesser reflection handling compared to the LG G3.
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How the LG G3 (OLED) and the TCL R655 (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
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| LG G3 (OLED) | TCL R655 (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,997 | $1,000 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | LG | TCL | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 7, 2023 | September 2, 2022 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | OLED65G3 | 65R655 | |
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 | 8.6/10 | 8/10 | |
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 | 9.3/10 | 8/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 9.5/10 | 9.5/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 9/10 | 8.7/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 9.4/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 8.8/10 | 6.6/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 32.3" x 56.7" x 1" | 32.8" x 56.9" x 2.7" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 34.6" x 56.7" | 35.6" x 56.9" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 52.7 lbs | 50.7 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 300 x 300 | 400 x 400 | |
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 | 9.1/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 10/10 | 7/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 4.2 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | Unknown | 20 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | No | |
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Jaron Schneider | July 2023
"The LG G3 is one of the best well-rounded televisions you can buy in 2023. It excels in showcasing the best movies and TV have to offer while also coming packed with the features you want to see in a top-tier gaming experience."
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Parker Hall | January 2023
"It has an excellent Roku interface, isn’t too expensive, has quantum dots and mini LED backlighting, and looks genuinely fantastic playing everything. If you’re in the market for a new TV, you should still start here. Gamers will like that it has a 120-Hz refresh rate at 4K, which is the maximum that a modern Xbox or Playstation 5 will put out—meaning the smoothest possible gaming and sports viewing in general. We’re no longer in the days of having to spend over $1,000 and spending a few hours on setup for decent black levels and great color accuracy and HDR"
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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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