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Updated January 12, 2024·
If you prioritize saving money and still want a quality OLED TV, the LG B3 is a good choice despite it having slightly less superior picture quality and sound compared to the LG G1. However, if you want a TV with a higher-end build and better picture and sound performance, and don't mind spending more, the LG G1 may be worth the extra cost. The B3 is newer and may have some more up-to-date features, while the G1 also includes a sleek flush wall mount instead of a traditional stand, which might appeal to you if wall mounting is a consideration. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the LG B3 (OLED)
- Best in class viewing angle
Advantages of the LG G1 (OLED)
- Excellent for gaming
- Very good for upscaling
Key differences
Cost
$1,697
$2,896
$0
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
$5,000
The LG B3 (OLED) has a price of $1,697 and the LG G1 (OLED) costs $2,896.
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Key similarities
Picture Quality
8.8
8.8
10/10
CONTRAST
10.00/10
8.1/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.5/10
WOLED
PANEL TYPE
WOLED
WBC
PANEL SUB-TYPE
WBE
The LG B3 (OLED) and LG G1 (OLED) both have very good picture quality.
Movies & TV
9.2
9.1
10/10
CONTRAST
10.00/10
10.0/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
10.0/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
8.0/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
No
HDR10+ SUPPORT
No
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The LG B3 (OLED) and LG G1 (OLED) are both excellent for movies & TV.
The LG B3 and LG G1 OLED TVs excel in watching movies and cinematic TV thanks to their perfect contrast, 100% black uniformity for deep blacks, and wide viewing angles ensuring a consistent image when viewed from different positions. While both have very good colors out of the box and color volume, the LG G1 edges ahead with slightly better gray uniformity which can enhance the viewing experience for panning shots in movies.
Sports
8.3
8.4
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.0/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
8.0/10
7.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.0/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The LG G1 (OLED) and LG B3 (OLED) are both very good for sports.
Both the LG B3 and LG G1 OLED TVs are well-suited for watching sports due to their outstanding response times which ensure clear images without blur and excellent motion processing that keeps fast action smooth. Additionally, they both handle reflections exceptionally well and offer wide viewing angles, ensuring a great view from different seating positions, although the LG G1 does have a slight edge in motion processing quality and gray uniformity, which can enhance the viewing experience for sports in particular.
Gaming
8.9
9.0
9.4/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
10.0/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.0/10
100.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
100.0/100
7.5/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.2/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers LG G1 (OLED) to be excellent for gaming, while the LG B3 (OLED) is very good.
The LG G1 is considered excellent for gaming as it has a superior response time and the lowest input lag, which means it offers smoother gameplay and more precise control, while the LG B3, though also having an excellent response time, doesn't match the G1's performance in these areas.
Cartoons & Animation
8.7
8.5
8.3/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
8.1/10
8.1/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.5/10
7.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.0/10
8.5/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
8.1/10
9.5/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
9.8/10
The LG B3 (OLED) and LG G1 (OLED) are both very good for cartoons & animation.
Both the LG B3 and LG G1 excel at displaying cartoons and animation due to their OLED panels, which provide them with exceptional colors right out of the box and a very good color gamut, ensuring a vibrantly colorful and varied palette. While both offer very good color volume and gray uniformity, which are somewhat important, their contrast is perfect for deep blacks, and their SDR brightness is good for clear images even if they don't excel in very bright rooms.
News, Talk, & Other TV
8.3
8.7
7.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.0/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
8.0/10
The LG G1 (OLED) and LG B3 (OLED) are both very good for news, talk, & other TV.
The LG B3 OLED has good upscaling and satisfactory SDR brightness, making it suitable for viewing regular TV programs, and its very good color reproduction out of the box and wide color gamut enhance the viewing experience without extensive calibration. In comparison, the LG G1 OLED offers slightly better upscaling for an enhanced viewing experience of lower resolution content and has a comparable very good color reproduction from the outset, alongside the same SDR brightness, which makes it equally well-suited for watching news and talk shows.
Bright Room
7.3
7.4
9.5/10
VIEWING ANGLE
9.3/10
7.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.0/10
7.2/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.4/10
9.2/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
9.3/10
The LG G1 (OLED) and LG B3 (OLED) are both good for bright room.
The LG B3 and LG G1 are both excellent at handling reflections and have perfect contrast due to their OLED panels, making them suitable for bright rooms. While both TVs offer good SDR and HDR brightness, the G1 edges out with slightly better gray uniformity, thus maintaining better color volume and consistency across varied content.
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Spec Comparison
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| LG B3 (OLED) | LG G1 (OLED) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,697 | $2,896 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | LG | LG | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 3, 2023 | March 4, 2021 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | OLED77B3 | OLED77G1 | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 77" | 77" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | WebOS | webOS | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 7/10 | 8/10 | |
NextGen Ready | |||
NextGen Ready | No | Yes | |
HDMI Ports | |||
HDMI Ports | 4 | 4 | |
Coax Ports | |||
Coax Ports | 1 | 1 | |
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Picture Quality Score | |||
Picture Quality Score | 8.9/10 | 8.8/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 7.4/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 9/10 | 9/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 9.3/10 | 9.2/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 8.3/10 | 8.4/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 39.1" x 67.8" x 2.2" | 39" x 67.8" x 0.9" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 41.1" x 67.8" | 41.3" x 67.8" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 58.9 lbs | 86.9 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 400 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 | 10/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 10/10 | 10/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.0 | 4.2 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 20 W | 60 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | No | |
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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.
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