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If you're looking for exceptional picture quality for movies and gaming, and willing to invest more, the LG G3 OLED is an excellent choice with its deep blacks and vibrant colors, particularly in dark rooms. However, it's not as well-suited for very bright rooms. On the other hand, the Vizio M-Series is significantly less expensive and offers decent overall performance, but it may not match the LG G3's superior view in darker settings and may have less impressive gaming capabilities. If budget is a concern and you mostly watch in brighter conditions, the Vizio could still be a satisfying option. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the LG G3 (OLED)
- Excellent 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
- 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 Vizio M-Series (LCD)
- The Vizio M-Series (LCD) has no clear advantages over the LG G3 (OLED).
Key differences
Picture Quality
9.3
7.6
10.00/10
CONTRAST
7.88/10
8.5/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.8/10
WOLED
PANEL TYPE
LED FALD
WBE+MLA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The LG G3 (OLED) has excellent picture quality, while the Vizio M-Series (LCD) has good picture quality.
Movies & TV
9.3
7.6
10.00/10
CONTRAST
7.88/10
10.0/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
6.7/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
6.6/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
No
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The LG G3 (OLED) is excellent for movies & TV, while the Vizio M-Series (LCD) is good.
The LG G3 OLED delivers exceptional contrast, deep blacks, and wider viewing angles which are ideal for movies and cinematic content, whereas the Vizio M-Series LCD provides decent performance but may fall short in black uniformity and viewing angles, which are crucial for a cinematic experience. Moreover, while both TVs have good color production out of the box, the richer color volume and better gray uniformity of the LG G3 contribute to a more immersive viewing compared to the Vizio M-Series.
Sports
8.7
6.2
8.2/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
6.6/10
8.4/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.5/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The LG G3 (OLED) is very good for sports, while the Vizio M-Series (LCD) is only fair.
The LG G3 OLED exhibits superb motion processing and response times, which are crucial for smooth rendering of fast-paced sports without blur, and also boasts superior viewing angles ensuring a clear view from different seating positions. In contrast, the Vizio M-Series LCD, while offering fair performance in these aspects, does not match the LG G3, especially in handling reflections and maintaining consistent color and brightness at various angles.
Gaming
8.9
6.4
9.4/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
6.7/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
8.2/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
100.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
60.0/100
8.3/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.0/10
The LG G3 (OLED) is very good for gaming, while the Vizio M-Series (LCD) is only fair.
The LG G3 OLED is superior for gaming due to its excellent response time and the lowest input lag, which ensures smooth motion and quick reaction times on screen. In contrast, the Vizio M-Series LCD has a fair response time and very good input lag, which means it can still handle gaming, but motions may not be as smooth and reactions might not be as quick as with the LG G3 OLED.
Cartoons & Animation
9.2
8.3
8.3/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
8.1/10
8.5/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.8/10
8.4/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.5/10
8.6/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
8.3/10
10.0/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.8/10
The LG G3 (OLED) is excellent for cartoons & animation, while the Vizio M-Series (LCD) is very good.
The LG G3 (OLED) has a strong performance in displaying cartoons and animations due to its excellent out-of-the-box colors and color gamut, ensuring vibrant and diverse color representation. In contrast, the Vizio M-Series (LCD), while having very good out-of-the-box colors, does not reach the same level of excellence in color gamut, potentially leading to less impressive color performance.
News, Talk, & Other TV
9.2
7.6
8.4/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.5/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
6.6/10
The LG G3 (OLED) is excellent for news, talk, & other TV, while the Vizio M-Series (LCD) is good.
The LG G3 OLED excels in upscaling and SDR brightness, ensuring clear and vibrant viewing for news and TV programs, with perfect blacks due to its OLED nature, which enhances contrast. The Vizio M-Series LCD is also good for these programs, delivering decent upscaling and SDR brightness, but falls short with lower contrast and less effective local dimming, which might affect the depth of image quality.
Bright Room
9.4
6.6
10.0/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.0/10
8.4/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.5/10
8.7/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
10.0/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
6.6/10
The LG G3 (OLED) is excellent for bright room, while the Vizio M-Series (LCD) is only fair.
The LG G3 OLED is better suited for bright rooms as it provides excellent HDR and SDR brightness and handles reflections exceptionally well, ensuring a clear picture despite ambient light. In contrast, the Vizio M-Series LCD performs moderately well with SDR brightness but struggles with HDR brightness and reflection handling, which might compromise the viewing experience in well-lit environments.
Cost
$1,997
$750
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The LG G3 (OLED) has a price of $1,997 and the Vizio M-Series (LCD) costs $750.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| LG G3 (OLED) | Vizio M-Series (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,997 | $750 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | LG | Vizio | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 7, 2023 | July 4, 2021 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | OLED65G3 | M65Q7-J01 | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 65" | 65" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | webOS | SmartCast | |
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 | 7.6/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 9.5/10 | 6.7/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 9/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 9.4/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 8.8/10 | 6.3/10 | |
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" | 32.9" x 57" x 3.4" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 34.6" x 56.7" | 34.1" x 57" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 52.7 lbs | 51.1 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 300 x 300 | 400 x 200 | |
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 | 7.9/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 10/10 | 5.7/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 4.2 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | Unknown | 20 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Bypass only | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | Up to DTS Digital Surround, Bypass only | |
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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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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 Vizio
Vizio is an American company. While they initially gained recognition for offering budget-friendly TVs, they have successfully expanded their product lineup to include high-end options as well. They manufacture TVs primarily in Mexico, China, and Vietnam. Similar to many Korean TV brands, Vizio developed its own smart TV software called SmartCast. In the past, SmartCast was not the best smart TV software, but it has evolved so that it is now good for using your TV and connecting to streaming services.
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