LG has traditionally produced its OLED panels using a fine metal mask (FMM) process that evaporates OLED materials through tiny holes in metal plates. That method is costly and isn't flexible depending on the scale of the panel.

The new FLiPP method deposits RGB pixels without using the FMM plates. "Compared with panels produced using FMMs under identical conditions, FLiPP enables displays to increase brightness by 1.6 times, extend lifespan by 2.4 times, and reduce power consumption by 13%," the LG press release claims.

Ostensibly, removing the metal panel should also reduce weight, but that may not be significant enough to note.

LG's YouTube video explains it a bit more, comparing FMM to a staggered stencil art process while FliPP secures pixels in more precise positions.

Per LG, this new production method could be used to produce RGB OLED panels from as small as 1 inch all the way up to 100 inches.

"One of FLiPP’s greatest advantages is that it is free from panel size and resolution constraints. In theory, it can be used to produce displays ranging from 1 inch to 100 inches and can be applied not only to conventional panels but also to VR and AR displays, making it a virtually universal, 'ultimate technology'," the company said.

Initially, it appears LG will start with tablets and monitors, but as the video above notes, it could expand to everything from smartwatches to TVs. However, production won't really start until late 2027 at the earliest.

As far as we can tell, LG may be one of the first companies to potentially ditch metal masks at a commercial level, especially for TVs.

However, TCL may beat LG to the punch. Last year, TCL showed off its inkjet OLED printing method, and in July OLED-Info reported that the company is starting to enter mass production with a 27-inch 4K RGB display.

The difference is that right now, it's unclear if inkjet-printed OLED displays can be scaled up to larger TVs, but this is be worked on.

All in all, OLED monitors, TVs and more could get very interesting in the next couple of years.

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• We asked readers which TV brand they trusted most — and one company rose above the rest

We recently asked readers which brand they trusted most and one company was the clear winner. Now we're coming to you all directly with a short survey that will help us figure out what you love and hate about the six biggest TV makers: Hisense, LG, Samsung, Sony, TCL and Vizio.

Fill it out at your leisure and let me know in the comments what your biggest gripes are.

Here's how I'd answer

Testing TVs for a living has left me with an embarrassing amount of screens in my home. In my home office I've got a 75-inch TCL QM9K. Downstairs in my living room is a Samsung S95D OLED. In my music listening room I've got the Hisense U8N.

In the above survey, I'd mark all three down.

How long have I owned those TVs? Not all that long.

The first TV I ever owned was a massive CRT model that I used to play N64 and PS1 games on growing up. My parents bought that TV for me and my brother in 1996 and I was still rocking it to play Halo 2 a decade later.

These days, however, I'm trading out TVs every two to three years. That's probably a bit excessive, honestly, but as someone who covers this stuff, I want to make sure that I have access to all the latest and greatest technology to provide the best analysis to you guys.

Would I buy these TVs again? I absolutely would. They're all great value options. Not everyone probably feels the same as I feel, though. For some of you I'm sure the answer is going to be a resounding no. If that's you, drop a comment below letting me know why that is.

If the answer is yes, also drop a comment below letting me know why you like your TV so much. By doing so, you could be directly helping someone find their new favorite TV.

Stay tuned for the results of these surveys and check out our guide to the best TV brands in 2026 if you haven't done so already. You'll be seeing the results used in more stories in the coming weeks as we continue to break down what's working — and what's not working — in the world of TVs.

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This is why, for the last several weeks, we’ve been asking you — the readers — which major TV brand you consider to be the most trustworthy.

Between Hisense, LG, Samsung, Sony, TCL and Vizio, one brand proved more trustworthy than the rest — and it wasn’t particularly close. Sony, makers of some of the best TVs you can buy, rose above the competition. Here’s how the rest of the pack stacked up.

Trusted TV brands: Full results

In just over two weeks, our poll compiled just over 3,200 votes. Here's a breakdown of the results at the time of publishing:

Among our readers, Sony-branded QLEDs, OLEDs and True RGB TVs are the most trusted. LG and Samsung are closely positioned in second and third place, while TCL, Hisense and Vizio received far fewer votes overall.

It's an interesting time to analyze these results. We recently conducted a week-long exercise in which we doled out report cards to these brands, grading each on performance, features, price and more. Sony received our highest grade for performance (A). However, Sony was also the recipient of the lowest grade we handed out for price (C-).

Our reasoning for these grades is simple: Sony's superb engineering and unparalleled picture processing amount to some of the best performance money can buy. Unfortunately, the cost of this consistency is often passed down to the viewer, as Sony TVs tend to be priced higher than rival TVs.

Sony TVs in 2026 and beyond

If Sony's 2026 Bravia TV lineup is any indication, the company is perfectly comfortable assuming the role of a trusted premium TV-maker — even if its mid-range and luxury models are priced higher than the competition.

Interestingly, our poll proves that viewers and TV-shoppers aren't necessarily fazed by this arrangement. Among our readers, Sony is more trustworthy than LG and Samsung (brands that specialize in high-end performance) and far more trustworthy than TCL and Hisense (brands commonly associated with value-forward, budget-friendly models).

Recently, Sony spun out its TV business, with rival brand TCL taking on a 51% stake in the operation. It's tough to say how this might affect Sony TVs, TCL TVs and the reputation of both brands.

We'll be continuing to run the poll, so if you haven't responded to our poll about TV-brand trustworthiness, we want to hear from you: Your input could help shape how these companies will build, tune, and market these TVs in 2027 and beyond.

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The goal was simple: grade each TV-maker on pricing, design, features and performance. We also took a hard look at each of these brands' software.

Now that these familiar names have received their respective report cards, it's time to meet them in the classroom for a conference about how they're doing this year. If you're shopping for the best TV in 2026, this ought to give you a pretty clear picture about how to spend your money.

Pricing

Of the six names in the mix, Hisense, TCL and Vizio led the class in the all-important pricing category. If you’ve shopped for a TV lately, this probably won’t come as a surprise.

Vizio has focused almost entirely on ultra-affordable TVs in recent years. While the rest of the big-name brands tinker with high-end, cutting-edge technologies like RGB LED and QD-OLED, Vizio is focused on more cost-effective hardware.

Meanwhile, the most-popular entry-level sets in Hisense and TCL’s primary lineups tend to be more affordable than those of LG, Samsung and Sony. In addition, it’s often the case that, when comparing similarly priced models, Hisense and TCL TVs offer a bit more bang for your buck when it comes to features.

Winner: Tie (Hisense, TCL and Vizio)

Design

When it comes to design, Samsung and Sony lead the way. Sony’s top TVs often arrive with multiple stand configurations, and its most recent True RGB TVs feature a unique stand design that effectively hides cables by way of lenticular lensing.

Samsung consistently innovates at the higher end of its lineup, too, popularizing matte-style screens, external connectivity hubs and, most recently, eye-catching metallic frames. Affordable, entry-level Samsung QLEDs lean into the simplistic nature of their display hardware, often arriving with sleek, slim panels that play the part of a more-premium set.

LG’s most noteworthy TVs — its OLEDs — are handsomely engineered, too, but the worldwide leader in OLED TVs doesn’t seem too eager to move away from tried and true formulas.

TCL and Hisense are purveyors of TVs with safe, middle-of-the-road designs that don’t innovate as much as they respond to (and replicate) industry trends. Their higher-end TVs tend to carry their best design characteristics.

Winner: Tie (Samsung and Sony)

Features

Years ago, LG was among the first TV-makers to outfit its TVs with a full slate of HDMI 2.1 inputs. This aggressive approach to supplemental features has carried all the way into 2026, where the company narrowly leads TCL and Samsung when it comes to gaming- and streaming-related enhancements.

Although Samsung’s top-shelf TVs are jam-packed with extras, there are plenty of people shopping in this higher price tier expecting the full package. Without Dolby Vision support, LG’s top TVs are the most feature-complete.

Sony is the last of these brands to embrace full HDMI 2.1 support. Fortunately, that seems to be the new standard for the brand as the company looks to leverage newer chipsets in 2026 and beyond.

This year, Hisense and TCL are similar in how they approach feature availability across their respective lineups, but for the last couple of years, Hisense has traded a fourth HDMI input for a USB-C DisplayPort on its higher-end models — a move that might disappoint home theater enthusiasts looking to plug in every single one of their HDMI-equipped devices.

Being the brand most concerned with affordability above all else, it’s no surprise that Vizio is the brand least concerned with premium features.

Winner: LG

Performance

Although TCL and Hisense make exceptional TVs, LG, Samsung and Sony are the brands to consider if you’re looking for top-tier, best-in-the-business performance.

Of the six brands we graded, LG, Samsung and Sony are the only three that make OLED TVs. Despite the rapid ascension of RGB LED technology, OLED remains the best all-around option (provided you don’t need super-high full-field brightness to overcome a sun-soaked room). And, of the graded brands releasing RGB LED TVs in 2026, Samsung and Sony have impressed me the most with the Samsung R95H and Sony Bravia 9 II.

These brands also deliver better picture processing than Hisense, TCL and Vizio. On the whole, Sony TVs feature better processing than any other brand, but LG and Samsung aren’t far behind.

At the mid-range and entry level, ranking the brands’ performance isn’t as cut and dry. Hisense and TCL have fortified their position as the best bang-for-your-buck brands in these price tiers because they typically offer brighter pictures with better contrast control. In many cases, you could spend the same amount of money on an entry-level or mid-range LED TV from LG, Samsung or Sony and walk away with a less-impressive picture.

Vizio is… Well, Vizio. The Walmart-owned brand doesn’t make high-end flagships anymore, and the rest of its TVs are affordably made models engineered primarily to generate ad revenue by way of its web-based software. There’s nothing wrong with buying a Vizio TV as long as you’re shopping for affordability instead of sheer picture prowess.

Winner: Sony

Smart TV platform

Hisense, TCL and Sony offer the smoothest streaming experiences thanks to their built-in Google TV smart platform. It’s my second-favorite choice behind the Roku operating system on account of its relatively straightforward interface and vast library of downloadable apps.

LG and Samsung fall to a lower tier, primarily because their respective software suites aren’t as easy to navigate. Both LG’s webOS and Samsung’s Smart Hub also come with a unique set of annoyances, like unnecessary AI features and auto-playing content.

Vizio is to be avoided if you’re hoping to avoid buying an external streaming device, as its proprietary software lags behind the five other brands. The interface is inundated with more ads than its competitors (including auto-playing commercials) and its app selection is limited.

Winner: Hisense, TCL and Sony

Overall Brand Grades

So, you’re shopping for a TV this year and you want to put all of this information to proper use. Allow me to simplify things.

If you’re looking to splash out on a top-performing TV with an emphasis on design and features, LG and Samsung ought to be at the top of your list of options. At the highest price tier, Sony’s TVs offer similarly excellent performance and design, but some of these models don’t offer as many gaming-related features despite their steep cost.

If you’re looking for a mid-range TV in the Goldilocks Zone between affordability and high performance, consider Hisense and TCL. These two brands are especially suited for mid-range TV-shoppers on the hunt for the brightest possible picture, since Hisense and TCL specialize in budget-friendly Mini-LED TVs that don’t skimp on display hardware. (For what it’s worth, Hisense and TCL flagship models are usually quite good — just not as impressive as flagships from LG, Samsung and Sony.)

If you’re looking to spend as little as possible, I strongly recommend shopping for something from Hisense or TCL over anything from Insignia, Pioneer or Onn. I also recommend Hisense and TCL over Vizio, unless you’re comfortable with Vizio’s ad-heavy software experience.

Next year, we’ll grade all of these brands again. That means there’s plenty of time for them to study up.

Here at Tom’s Guide, our goal is not only to help you choose a new TV, but to give you an idea of how it might feel to enter into a long-term relationship with the brand itself. This week, we’re handing out report cards to the biggest TV brands, grading them on everything from price to performance and usability.

We’re kicking things off with a company whose name is synonymous with OLED TVs: LG. It’s one of the most popular TV-makers in the world, and year after year, its OLED TVs are among our most-recommended models.

But if we take a step back, how does LG grade on its pricing? What does it feel like to use LG’s software on a daily basis? The semester is over — and we’ve got marks.

Pricing

LG manufactures both LCD TVs and OLED TVs, but over the last decade, the brand has completely taken over the OLED category, representing many of the most popular OLED TVs on the market.

As the worldwide leader in OLED TV sales, it’s not a stretch to say that LG sets the tone for OLED TV pricing. And, while LG OLEDs aren’t exactly cheap, they’re usually in line with competitive OLEDs from Samsung.

For many shoppers, buying an LG OLED isn't a sensible option until the entry-level, mid-range and top-shelf OLEDs begin dropping in price throughout the calendar year. To LG's credit, its OLED discounts are relatively consistent from one year to the next. After just a handful of months of shelf life, TVs like the C Series OLED usually fall to $1,500 to $1,800 for a 65-inch option. That's a pretty killer deal for a mid-range OLED TV.

Grade: B

Design

LG’s design approach is both thoughtful and refined, though not without a little wiggle room for improvement. Its B and C Series OLED TVs are known for their ultra-thin panels, while its flagship G Series OLED is one of the best-looking TVs when its uniform design is mounted on a wall.

That said, I routinely find myself reminding readers that LG’s slab-like stands — though elegant — keep the screen close to the surface of a media console or credenza. As a result, folks with taller soundbars risk obstructing their view.

LG’s Magic Remote has seen some redesigns in recent years, but its motion-activated controls are a feature that viewers either love or hate.

The brand gets some bonus points this year for offering a high-end lifestyle OLED in the LG W6 Wallpaper TV. As the name implies, its wildly thin design sits flush against the wall, and its wireless connectivity is almost magic.

Grade: B+

Features

When it comes to features, LG OLEDs are the gold standard. Although both LG and Samsung typically release at least three OLEDs a year with similar sets of features, LG’s models consistently edge their across-the-aisle rivals thanks to one feature in particular: Dolby Vision support.

Along with the most-popular HDR format, LG OLEDs come with a full slate of HDMI 2.1 inputs and support for 4K gaming up to (and frequently beyond) 120Hz. Even the brand’s entry-level OLEDs (like the LG B6) come with Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) and a variation of AMD FreeSync.

Grade: A

Performance

LG TVs — especially its OLEDS — have been reliable performers for as long as I’ve covered the industry. Its flagship models (like the LG G5 and G6 OLED) are perennial TV-of-the-year contenders, while mid-range models like the LG C5 and C6 OLED offer high-end picture quality at a reasonable price.

In recent years, LG has done an admirable job narrowing the gap between itself and Sony. Its engineers respond to viewer feedback, often fixing standout performance issues year over year.

That said, LG has sometimes found itself patching-in fixes to Dolby Vision and other HDR-related issues shortly after its TVs launch. And, while LG Display’s RGB Tandem OLED panels have proven to be tremendously successful in keeping up with the ever-increasing brightness levels that Samsung and Sony have been able to wring out of quantum dot-enhanced OLED displays, they still can’t quite match QD-OLED color volume.

Still, there aren’t too many $2,000, 65-inch TVs that look as good as the LG C6. The brand sells a ton of OLED TVs for a reason.

Grade: A-

Smart TV platform

As an LG OLED enthusiast, it brings me no pleasure to dole out a not-so-great assessment of the brand’s smart TV platform, webOS.

If you absolutely, positively refuse to fuss with an external streaming device, webOS has enough app support and a straightforward-enough interface to get the job done. You’ll just need to grit your teeth and put up with an onslaught of sponsored and recommended content.

In the last few years, LG has taken to stuffing webOS with AI-based features that, frankly, I can’t imagine anyone using with any sort of regularity. It’s just more stuff to navigate around while trying to jump from menu to menu.

Grade: C+

Overall grade: B+

In 2026, LG TVs are better than they've ever been. The structure of what has come to be its annual OLED lineup has been successful enough that Samsung has adopted a similar approach, and in all likelihood, TVs like the B6, C6 and G6 will be among the best-selling OLEDs of the year.

LG OLEDs may not be as colorful as Samsung's QD-OLED TVs, and when it comes to the little things like upscaling, LG often lags behind Sony's higher-end sets. However, it's not tough to make the argument that LG OLEDs are are the most versatile. They lead Samsung in included features thanks to Dolby Vision, and they represent some of the best gaming TVs money can buy.

This year, the best LG TV for most people is the C6 OLED. It comes with nearly every feature you'll find on the flagship-level G6, and while it's only a marginal upgrade over its predecessor, it's current sale price makes it one of the most value-packed, mid-range TVs on the market.

Despite some tough competition, Samsung’s flagship OLED took home the crown, besting LG and Sony’s top OLED models across several performance categories. Having seen all of the competing OLEDs, I’m not surprised by the results; the S95H received our coveted five-star rating on account of its gobsmackingly gorgeous picture.

There’s just one problem: The Samsung S95H carries a sticker price that’ll make you stumble towards the nearest fainting couch. King of OLED TVs? Sure, I can buy that. But I won’t be able to afford the S95H itself anytime soon. Fortunately, there’s a mid-range OLED waiting in the wings with a lower price and wider appeal: the LG C6.

The LG C6 vs Samsung S95H: by the numbers

The fine folks at Value Electronics put the year’s top OLEDs through a series of tests that measured in-depth performance metrics like shadow detail, low-luminance color saturation, skin tone accuracy and more.

It’s worth mentioning that Value Electronics’ TV Shootout is operated and aimed at A/V specialists, home theater enthusiasts and all-around hobbyists. As a result, their tests (the results of which can be perused at eCoustics) dive deeper in the finer details of these displays’ capabilities.

Despite the fact that LG’s mid-range C6 OLED didn’t compete at Value Electronics’ TV Shootout, we’ve conducted our own tests on the C6 and the Samsung S95H. Here’s how they stack up:

Both of these sets deliver the performance benefits that OLED TVs are known for: perfect black levels and pixel-level dimming. As a result, pretty much everything looks terrific on both TVs.

In addition to some higher-end features and components, the S95H's secret sauce is its quantum dot-enhanced OLED display. This is the reason its color volume is so impressive compared to the LG C6, and a big reason why its HDR highlight brightness is nearly double.

Samsung's picture processing at the flagship level can't be ignored, either. Value Electronics' methodology is designed to put a microscope on the small stuff, like how smoothly color gradients transition from one shade to another, or how effective a TV is at displaying dark, hard-to-render colors.

I can't sit here and tell you that the LG C6 is a better-performing TV than the S95H. The difference in a side-by-side comparison would be undeniable. But for most viewers, the LG C6 is about 80% as impressive-looking as the S95H, and the gulf in price is much more significant.

The C6's 1,300+ nits of HDR highlight brightness is plenty good for most viewing environments. More importantly, the self-emissive nature of OLED means that the C6 gets more out of its highlight brightness than an LCD/LED TV with similar brightness. It's one of the reasons why there's a much smaller perceivable performance gap between mid-range and flagship-level OLEDs when compared to LCD lineups.

The C6 is also equipped with nearly every streaming- and gaming-related feature you'll find on the S95H. Plus, if you're a home theater completionist, you'll appreciate the C6's inclusion of Dolby Vision support — something you won't find on any Samsung TV.

You might also find that the C6's traditional design is better suited for your living space. The S95H features a divisive metal frame that can't be removed. It looks more natural when the S95H is wall-mounted, but when it's on a table, I find it to be more than a little distracting.

As a TV expert, you won't catch me claiming that the S95H isn't as impressive as the C6, or even that the S95H isn't worthy of Value Electronics' crown. But for most people, it's a much more sensible option, and I'm willing to bet that it'll be the more popular choice in 2026.

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As a Samsung-branded, mid-range OLED TV, the Samsung S90H is the C6's top rival. Its price, performance and size availability is similar to that of the C6, but its overall design is quite different.

If you're in the market for an OLED TV this year, and you're willing to spend on something above the entry-level tier, the C6 and S90H are two of the best OLED TVs to consider. Here's how they stack up when it comes to performance, design and features.

LG C6 vs Samsung S90H: specs compared

Before we dive into the rest of the specs, let's discuss size availability. The LG C6 is available in in 77- and 83-inch screen sizes, but these variants are classified as an altogether different model called the LG C6H. This means if you want a 77- or 83-inch LG C6, you'll technically have to buy the C6H.

We've not yet tested the 77- or 83-inch versions of the C6H, but LG promises better performance on these sets due to the fact that they leverage LG Display's newest RGB Tandem OLED display. This type of OLED panel allows for higher brightness and better color volume than the standard WOLED displays found on the 42- to 65-inch versions of the C6.

One of the biggest differences between these sets concerns HDR support. Like all LG OLED TVs, the C6 supports Dolby Vision, a licensed version of enhanced HDR.

The S90H does not support Dolby Vision. No Samsung TV does. Instead, it offers HDR10+, a royalty-free version of Dolby Vision that uses metadata to adjust the picture on a scene-by-scene basis, similar to Dolby Vision.

You'll still be able to watch Dolby Vision content on the S90H, and it'll certainly look great, but without Dolby Vision support, the S90H won't be optimized to replicate the creator's intent on Dolby Vision-mastered movies and shows . (To learn more check out our guide to whether or not you need Dolby Vision.)

Neither one of these OLED TVs supports ATSC 3.0, which supports native 4K over-the-air broadcasting. However, both sets offer a full slate of four HDMI 2.1-compatible inputs, along with support for 4K gaming at 120Hz (and up to 165Hz when a PC is linked up).

It's close, but the C6's Dolby Vision support gives it an edge..

Winner: LG C6

LG C6 vs Samsung S90H: design

Given their performance similarities, I suspect that the design differences between the C6 and the S90H will inform many people's choice about which to buy.

The C6 (seen above) looks remarkably similar to its predecessor, the LG C5. That's not a bad thing, as both the C5 and C6 are quite sleek.

The C6's wedge-shaped stand sits below the center of the screen. The stand isn't very tall, so people with larger soundbars should make sure that their device won't obstruct the screen.

Every size in the C6 series ships with the newest version of LG's remote control. Like previous iterations, this remote features Wii-mote-like motion controls for pointing and clicking. (If you don't want to use this feature, the remote's directional pad can override the motion controls.)

Like the C6, the S90H — the back of which you can see above — also leans into the ultra-thin look that OLED TVs are typically associated with. (It doesn't, however, feature a unique, marble-like design on the back of its panel like LG's OLED.)

The C6's stand is a flat plate rather than a wedge-shaped piece, and it lifts the S90H slightly higher above its surface than the C6's stand. If your soundbar is extra tall, you might want to take a closer look at the S90H.

Samsung's Solar Cell remote control is included in the box, and while I'm annoyed at its lack of a dedicated input button, I do appreciate the fact that it charges by way of a solar panel on its back. It really cuts down on battery waste.

Unlike its predecessor (the S90F OLED), the S90H is the first mid-range Samsung OLED to feature the brand's Glare Free display. This matte-style finish is the most effective I've seen in combating direct reflections, but it it does so at a cost.

In average-to-well-lit rooms, the S90H's matte finish significantly lifts the picture's black levels. Big, bold reflections will disappear, but the light from those sources will scatter across the display. When this happens, the darker portions of the screen can appear purplish-gray and lose the deep, inky presentation that many people associate with OLED picture quality.

The C6's glossy screen isn't as adept at fighting direct glare, but it maintains the inky OLED patina in well-lit environments. With the lights off, both presentations look similar.

Depending on your living space and viewing habits, you'll likely prefer one of these designs over the other. Folks who are concerned about reflecting light ought to favor the S90H's matte-style screen, and viewers without competing light sources will likely prefer the C6's glossy screen.

Winner: Draw

LG C6 vs Samsung S90H: performance

Before we dive into which of these TVs is the better performer, let's compare their test results. (Both TVs were in their respective Filmmaker picture mode when these tests were taken.)

As much as I'd love to regale you with a multi-point breakdown of the many ways in which the performance of these rival sets diverge, the truth of the matter is that they're almost the same TV.

Both deliver the key benefits that OLEDs are known for: perfect black levels, pixel-level dimming and ultra-wide viewing angles. Given these benefits, pretty much everything looks terrific on the C6 and S90H.

The C6 is slightly brighter during SDR content (like cable TV and most TV shows), but it's close enough in this category that it almost doesn't matter. Ditto for HDR content, too — the S90H offers slightly brighter HDR performance, but in normal viewing scenarios, the difference is barely noticeable.

When it comes to color, these OLEDs are neck and neck, too: The S90H's marginally higher brightness allows for a wider range of color, but — and stop me if you've heard this one before — the difference is too subtle to matter.

The story here would've been different if Samsung had outfitted the S90H with a quantum dot-enhanced OLED display, just as last-year's S90F did. With quantum dots in tow, the S90H would likely produce a much wider range of colors. Unfortunately, with WOLED panels in play, Samsung's mid-range OLED has lost a step to LG's this year.

Nevertheless, home theater enthusiasts will be thrilled to learn that both sets are remarkably accurate in their out-of-the-box state. You won't have to shell out for a professional calibration in order to enjoy a precise picture.

Both of these TVs look fantastic. However, even in a direct, side-by-side comparison, their differences are subtle.

Winner: Draw

LG C6 vs Samsung S90H: smart platform and features

The C6's user experience is built around the latest version of LG's webOS. Dubbed webOS 26, it's a similar experience to the version we tested last year, but a handful of small changes to the interface make it a bit easier to navigate.

While I'm always in favor of software improvements, webOS still isn't my top choice for daily streaming on account of its heavy ad placement and occasional slow-down. Still, webOS will get the job done if you'd rather not deal with a separate streaming box.

Samsung's Tizen-based streaming platform, Smart Hub, has similarly seen some subtle improvements year over year. For instance, there's now a quick-access menu at the top of most of the pages on the home screen, and its convenient placement makes it easier to access often-used settings.

Unless you favor LG's software over Samsung (or vice versa), both of these user experiences are on a similar level when it comes to sponsored content and navigation speed.

And, as far as gaming features go, the similarities continue. Both TVs offer HDMI 2.1-compatibility across all four of their primary inputs, and they're equipped to make make the most out of 4K titles on current-generation consoles since they each support 4K gaming at 120Hz. With a gaming PC hooked up, you can stretch that to 4K/165Hz on both sets.

In addition, both the C6 and S90H support Variable Refresh Rate (VRR), Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM) and a version of AMD FreeSync Premium for smooth, tear-free gameplay.

We've already factored in the S90H's lack of Dolby Vision support, and once you set this aside, these TVs offer essentially the same set of features and ehancements.

Winner: Draw

LG C6 vs Samsung S90H: verdict

Regardless of which set you settle on, you're getting equally impressive performance and a near-identical selection of features. That said, the LG C6 is the OLED TV I recommend for most people. Its glossy screen is less divisive and the S90H's lack of Dolby Vision support is likely to be a sticking point for a certain type of viewer.

That said, you should consider the S90H if your living space and viewing habits are such that you'd make the most of its matte-style screen (or if you'd rather have Samsung's software suite).

Price is less of a factor in this matchup since both TVs are similarly priced. The 65-inch LG C6 is on sale for $1,799 at Best Buy and the 65-inch Samsung S90H is currently $1,999 at Best Buy. These prices will fluctuate in the coming weeks and months, but I don't expect them to stray too far from one another.

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Take, for instance, the Samsung S95H. After extensive testing, we awarded the S95H a rare, five-star rating on account of its stunning performance and its extensive list of features. The S95H is not only one of the best TVs of the year, it's one of the best TVs I've ever seen, period.

But there's a twist. Broadly speaking, there aren't too many people I'd point in the S95H's direction. Despite its prowess, this near-perfect TV is a tougher sell than another competitive OLED: the LG C6.

Don't get me wrong, the S95H is great...

To understand why I recommend the C6, let's dive deeper into the Samsung S95H's performance: Most of its success comes down to contrast.

As an OLED, the S95H trades a traditional backlight for millions of self-illuminating pixels. The benefits here are immense, as the S95H can whip up perfect black levels with zero light bloom.

OLED TVs have always been dimmer than backlit LCD sets, but the gap is shrinking. At over 2,700 nits, the S95H is one of the brightest OLEDs we've ever measured, and this combination of perfect black levels and searing highlight brightness creates eye-popping depth and a truly realistic-looking presentation.

The added horsepower is primarily the result of the S95H's quantum dot-enhanced OLED display. These nanocrystals are also responsible for the S95H's incredible color — it covers an impressive 89.6% of the BT.2020 color gamut.

It all adds up to a TV whose picture is as close to perfection as I've seen. But I'm still recommending the LG C6 over the S95H for most shoppers, and I suspect I'll continue doing so throughout the year.

...but the C6 is (probably) the better buy

LG's mid-range marvel isn't nearly as bright as Samsung's best OLED TV, nor is it strapped with quantum dots for brighter, purer color. But the C6 is a gorgeous sight to behold nonetheless, and it all comes down to LG's fantastic OLED engineering.

Its peak brightness of around 1,300 nits is plenty punchy when paired with the perfect black levels of an OLED-driven picture. Yes, the S95H's blistering highlights play a huge role in its eye-catching presentation, but even the most jaded of viewers are liable to be floored by the C6's excellent HDR performance.

The C6 covers about 76% of the BT.2020, and while that isn't as impressive as the S95H, you're not likely to notice the difference outside of a direct, side-by-side comparison. More importantly, according to our testing, the C6 is terrifically accurate right out of the box.

The main reason I'll spend the rest of the year recommending the C6 over the S95H, however, has nothing to do with performance. The S95H is obviously the more impressive-looking OLED, but the C6 is an order of magnitude cheaper than Samsung's top-shelf set.

The 65-inch C6 just received its first major discount of about $700, which brings its price down to $1,999. That's not a budget-friendly sticker price, to be clear, but it's much friendlier than buying the 65-inch Samsung S95H for $3,299.

Ask yourself this: The S95H offers better performance than the C6, but is that added performance worth an extra $1,300? For dedicated home theater enthusiasts, the answer might be yes, but the average viewer looking for high-end performance will be more than happy with the C6.

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The Samsung S95H, on the other hand, is a significant step up from the C6 in many ways. It's arguably the best TV in Samsung's 2026 lineup, and maybe the best TV the brand has ever engineered. Thanks to its quantum dot-enhanced OLED panel, the S95H delivers better brightness and color than the LG C6, but its divisive design and sky-high price tag could limit its appeal.

If you're in the market for an OLED TV this year and you're willing to spend on something beyond the entry-level tier, the C6 and S95H ought to be on your short list. Here's how they stack up when it comes to performance, design and features.

LG C6 vs Samsung S95H: Specs compared

First, let's take a look at the available size options in both series. You can buy the LG C6 in 77- and 83-inch variants, but these are classified as an altogether different model called the LG C6H. In other words, if you want a 77- or 83-inch LG C6, you'll technically have to buy the C6H.

We've yet to test either the 77- or 83-inch versions of the C6H, but LG promises better performance on these sets on account of the fact that they're equipped with LG Display's newest RGB Tandem OLED display. This panel type allows for higher brightness and better color volume than the standard WOLED displays found on the 42- to 65-inch versions of the C6.

There's panel variance to be aware of on Samsung's side, too. The 55-, 65- and 77-inch versions of the S95H harness Samsung Display's quantum dot-enhanced OLED display, while the 83-inch S95H uses LG Display's RGB Tandem OLED panel, similar to the C6H. (I'll dive into how the differences in panel type affect performance later on.)

One of the biggest differences between these sets lies in HDR support. Like all LG OLEDs, the C6 supports Dolby Vision, a proprietary version of enhanced HDR.

As is the case with all Samsung TVs, the S95H does not support Dolby Vision. Instead, Samsung offers HDR10+, a royalty-free version of Dolby Vision that leverages metadata to adjust the picture on a frame-by-frame basis, similar to how Dolby Vision works.

You'll still be able to watch Dolby Vision-mastered content on the S95H, but the picture will fall back to standard HDR10. It'll certainly look great, but technically speaking, the S95H can't take full advantage of Dolby Vision's efforts to replicate the creator's intent. (To learn more check out our guide to whether or not you need Dolby Vision.)

Neither OLED supports ATSC 3.0, which allows over-the-air broadcasts to be piped-in at native 4K resolution. However, both sets serve up four HDMI 2.1-compatible inputs and support 4K gaming at 120Hz (and up to 165Hz when a PC is connected).

With everything else being mostly equal, the C6's Dolby Vision support and wider range of size options gives it an edge here.

Winner: LG C6

LG C6 vs Samsung S95H: design

The C6 (seen above) mostly sticks to the design approach of its predecessor, the LG C5. That's good news, because it's an elegant-looking TV.

The C6's downward-slanting, wedge-shaped sits below the center of the screen. It sits low on its surface, so folks with taller soundbars ought to make sure the C6's design offers enough clearance.

I really love the sleek, thin look of the C6, since it leans into the flexible design elements OLED TVs are known for. And, while you'll almost never see this particular design flourish, I also dig the marble-like finish across the back of the C6's panel.

The C6 comes with the newest version of LG's Magic Remote. Like older versions of the Magic Remote, the C6's clicker can be used to point and click at the screen like a Wii-mote. If you don't want to use it (which I rarely do), there's a directional pad here, too.

Whether you mount it on the wall or set it up on a credenza, the C6's design is both premium-looking and convenient. The Samsung S95H, on the other hand, is a different story.

Built around Samsung's flagship OLED screen is a thick, metallic frame. The brushed-metal material plays the part of a premium piece of engineering, but it's quite divisive nonetheless.

For my money, the S95H's metal frame allows it to look better in a wall-mounted position than a wall-mounted C6. It keeps the S95H flush against the wall and resembles a portrait frame.

But on a credenza, media console or table, the LG C6 is a better-looking TV. The S95H comes with a pair of L-shaped feet if you don't decide to wall-mount it, but its frame (which can't be detached) looks out of place when not on a wall.

Like the its previous two predecessors, the S95H's screen features Samsung's Glare Free display. This matte-style finish is unparalleled in its ability to reduce direct glare, but it does so at a cost.

In well-lit rooms (especially during the day), the S95H's matte finish lifts the TV's black levels due to the manner in which it scatters incoming light. When this happens, darker portions of the screen can appear purplish- or pinkish-gray rather than deep, inky and black.

Thanks to its glossy-style screen, the C5 doesn't have this issue in well-lit rooms. However, it's nowhere near as adept at blunting the impact of direct glare.

Both TVs are rocking thoughtful, premium designs, but depending on your needs, you might favor one over another. The C6 is more versatile and the S95H is more specialized.

Winner: Draw

LG C6 vs Samsung S95H: Performance

Before we dive into which of these TVs is the better performer, let's compare their test results. (Both TVs were in their respective Filmmaker picture mode when these tests were taken.)

Both of these sets are capable of delivering the key features that OLED TVs are known for: perfect black levels and pixel-level dimming. As a result, pretty much everything looks superb on both the C6 and the S95H. However, if you take a peek under their respective hoods, you'll see that their display hardware plays a big part in the S95H's built-in advantages.

As mentioned, the C6 leverages LG Display's standard WOLED display, while the S95H taps Samsung Display's quantum dot-enhanced OLED display.

QD-OLEDs tend to offer brighter highlights and purer color than garden-variety WOLED panels, and we can see that in test results of the C6 and S95H. Samsung's flagship is capable of driving nearly twice as much brightness to specular highlights, and this has a tremendously positive impact on visual depth and clarity.

Fiery sparks, pools of reflective light and muzzle flares are much, much brighter on the S95H during HDR content. In addition, Samsung's quantum dot-enhanced display allows for better overall color volume than the C6, so everything from skin tones to foliage has a chance of looking richer on Samsung's flagship OLED.

Make no mistake: The C6 is still an incredible performer. Over 1,300 nits of HDR highlight brightness is nothing to scoff at, and the self-emissive nature of OLED means that the C6 gets more out of its highlight brightness than an LCD TV with similar brightness levels. Colors are well-saturated, too, even if the C6 can't cover as much of the expanded color gamut as the S95H.

If the LG C6 is a 9/10 performer, the S95H offers 10/10 picture quality. In this case, the difference between a 9 and 10, however, is pretty wide. Both are excellent options if you care about picture quality, but the S95H offers some of the best performance I've ever seen.

Winner: Samsung S95H

LG C6 vs Samsung S95H: Smart platform and features

The C6 ships with the newest version of LG's webOS. It's a similar experience to last-year's version of webOS, but a handful of tweaks to the interface and menu layout make it a bit easier to navigate this year.

As far as smart platform software goes, LG's webOS isn't my top choice (that honor goes to Roku). It's littered with ads and recommended content, and at times, the software feels a bit sluggish.

That said, webOS will get the job done if you'd rather not shell out for a dedicated streaming box. I suspect that most people will see no problem using it as their daily streaming platform.

The S95H arrives with a recently refreshed version of Samsung's Tizen-based smart platform, Smart Hub. It's similar to what we used last year, but as is the case with webOS, Samsung has made some minor changes to improve navigation. For instance, new this year is a menu bar at the top of the screen that makes it easier to access important settings.

Unless you have strong feelings about either streaming software, both webOS and Smart Hub are similar in their perks and pain points. In other words, they're passable.

As far as gaming features go, the C6 and S95H are almost identical. As mentioned, each OLED offers HDMI 2.1-compatibility across all four inputs, which means you don't have to juggle devices to maximize bandwidth.

These TVs can make the most out of 4K titles on current-generation consoles, as they each support 4K gaming at 120Hz (and up to 165Hz with a PC linked up). Both offer Variable Refresh Rate (VRR), Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM) and a version of AMD FreeSync Premium for smooth, artifact-free gameplay.

We've already docked the S95H for its lack of Dolby Vision support, and setting this aside, these TVs are very similar when it comes to software and enhancements. They're powerful gaming TVs with average streaming platforms.

Winner: Draw

LG C6 vs Samsung S90F: Verdict

Here's some good news: No matter which set you settle on, you're getting one of the best OLED TVs of the year. But let's take a closer look at some key factors.

If you absolutely, positively want Dolby Vision support, the answer is easy: Buy the C6. Likewise, if you're looking for an OLED screen under 55 inches, the C6 is the answer.

The S95H is the OLED to buy if you favor picture quality above all else. Its added brightness and quantum-dot color add up to performance that's a significant step up from the C6. Similarly, if you have bright light sources in your living space and you suspect that the S95H's matte-style screen will help, Samsung is probably the way to go.

Price is important, too. Today, you can spring for a 65-inch C6 for $1,999 on Amazon. The 55-inch LG C6 is available for just $1,699 on Amazon. That's not exactly cheap, but it's a far better cost than what you'll have to shell out for Samsung's top OLED TV.

Right now, the 65-inch Samsung S95H is $3,299 at Best Buy. The 55-inch S95H is $2,299 at Best Buy — a full $600 more than the 55-inch C6.

This gulf in pricing is why I recommend the LG C6 to most shoppers. It's still a stunning, high-performing TV that delivers everything I appreciate about OLED technology, but it's much more accessible. The S95H is more of a luxury purchase for those who want the best of the best.

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The LG B6 is the brand's entry-level OLED. Like previous iterations of the B Series, the LG B6 offers a more modest performance profile in exchange for a much lower price than its C-Series sibling. I've spent a ton of time with both of these OLEDs, and as we do with all TVs we review, we've tested both extensively. Here's how their performance, features and price compare.

LG C6 vs LG B6: Specs compared

First, let's talk about size availability. The C6 is available in 42-, 48-, 55- and 65-inch options. There are also 77- and 83-inch versions, but these sizes are technically classified as an altogether different model: the LG C6H.

We haven't tested the C6H yet, but LG promises better performance on these sets than what you'll see on the smaller-sized C6 screens, since they arrive with LG Display's RGB Tandem OLED panel, which typically delivers better brightness and color volume than traditional WOLED panels.

For the B6, available size options are a complicated matter, too. It's readily available at retailers in just three sizes: 65, 77 and 83 inches. LG lists a 48-inch version of the B6 on its website, but you might have a difficult time tracking it down. I expect a 55-inch version of the B6 to be made available soon, but at the time of publishing, it's missing in action.

So, if you want a 77- or 83-inch C6, you'll technically have to buy the C6H. Alternatively, if you're considering a 48- or 55-inch B6, you'll have to wait for those sets to be made available.

In almost every other way that will matter to most people, the C6 and B6's spec sheets are the same. Both TVs offer the same selection of enhanced HDR formats (including Dolby Vision). Both arrive with the same version of LG's webOS streaming platform and support HDMI 2.1 across all four primary inputs.

Neither offers ATSC 3.0 support (which allows over-the-air broadcasts to be piped-in at native-4K resolution), and while it's not an easy feature to come by in 2026, its absence is nevertheless a bummer.

Each of these OLEDs can take advantage of the highest 4K spec available on current-gen consoles (4K/120Hz), but only the C6 is capable of pushing that to 4K/165Hz when VRR is enabled and a gaming rig is linked up. It's a close finish, but the C6 features a better spec sheet.

Winner: LG C6

LG C6 vs LG B6: Design

The C6 (seen above) follows the design approach of its predecessor (the LG C5), but that's good news for folks who dig sleek, sophisticated TV design. Its downward-slanting slab of a stand keeps the TV's screen relatively close to the surface beneath it. And, while it's rare to peek at the back of a TV, I appreciate the marble-like finish on the back of the C6's panel.

If you're planning to wall-mount the C6, take note: The TV's hardware is housed in a chassis that sticks out of the C6's midsection. This means that the TV's wafer-thin screen won't be flush against the wall.

The B6 (seen above) will also protrude from the wall a bit, should you decide to mount it. But, according to my measurements, the B6 is almost exactly as narrow as the C6 at the 65-inch size point, so you're dealing with a similarly sized chassis.

The B6 is also rocking a slate-like visual texture along the back of its panel, but you'll find that the look and feel of the C6's materials are marginally more premium-seeming than that of the B6.

Unlike the C6, the B6's stand consists of a pair of slim, angular feet that sit close to the corners of the screen. They're sturdy enough so as not to introduce much wobble, but the wide-set placement of the feet might be tough to accommodate if you've got a narrow credenza or media console — especially at larger size points.

Both TVs arrive with a similar version of of LG's remote control. It features the same motion-activated, Wii-like controls you'll find on older versions of the Magic Remote, but the updated design is slimmer and offers fewer buttons.

Despite its entry-level status, the B6 is a sleek customer. The C6's design is just a touch more put together.

Winner: LG C6

LG C6 vs LG B6: Performance

Before we dive into which of these TVs is the better performer, let's compare their test results. (Both TVs were in their respective Filmmaker picture mode when these tests were taken.)

Naturally, these TVs both deliver the key features that OLED TVs are known for: perfect black levels with pixel-level contrast control.

With OLED technology at work, both the C6 and B6 offer an deep, detail-rich image that looks fantastic across all content types and downright cinematic during 4K/HDR content. The key difference between their picture comes down to brightness and color.

The mid-range C6 taps LG's OLED evo technology, a mix of hardware- and software-related enhancements that allows for a brighter image (particularly in highlight detail), as well as richer color (especially during HDR-mastered movies and shows).

You'll notice the C6's added brightness most when viewing the glint of a sword, dapples of sunlight across the ocean's surface or whenever tiny pools of bright light take over a cluster of pixels. The pixel-level contrast control allows for realistic highlights on both OLEDs, but on the C6, these details are much more impactful in HDR.

The C6 is also a touch brighter than the B6 across the entire picture, but the difference in full-field brightness isn't as significant as the gap between these TVs' peak HDR highlight brightness.

Colors are well-saturated and accurately dialed-in on both of these TVs' most-accurate picture mode. However, the C6's added brightness allows it to saturate more color, and this is especially impactful during HDR-mastered content.

What we're left with is a pair of high-performance TVs, with the pricier of the two being the better option for people chasing as much brightness as possible before stepping up into the flagship-level class.

The B6 produces a phenomenal picture, but there's no denying that the C6's picture is often more cinematic, and better overall for bright-room viewing. It's up to you to determine whether that jump in quality warrants the added price.

Winner: LG C6

LG C6 vs B6: Smart platform and features

Both the C6 and the B6 come with the newest version of LG's webOS ready to go right out of the box. It's a similar experience to last-year's version of webOS, but LG has built in some new, AI-based features. My colleague Dylan Haas, who reviewed the C6, referred to these AI features as "meaningless" if you don't already incorporate AI into your daily life, and I'm inclined to agree.

As far as built-in smart platform software goes, webOS isn't one of my top picks. I find its layout to be visually confusing and navigation to be somewhat sluggish. However, it's easy enough to pick up and use that most folks will see no problem using it as their daily driver.

As far as gaming features go, the C6 and B6 are quite similar. Each offers HDMI 2.1-compatibility across all four inputs (which means you don't have to spend time thinking about which port any given device should use), but as mentioned, only the C6 supports 4K games above 120Hz.

Technically speaking, the C6 offers more in the way of features. But, for the vast majority of people, these sets are basically the same when it comes to the software experience and added features.

Winner: Draw

LG C6 vs B6: Verdict

Relative to one another, the C6 and B6 score similarly in the design and features category, with their overall user experience being remarkably similar. When we take a closer look at specs and picture quality, we start to get a better sense of how these sets diverge.

The C6 is a brighter, more-colorful TV that will showcase HDR content better than the B6. It'll also hold up slightly better during daytime viewing. This is especially true for the souped-up, 77- and 83-inch versions of the C6H.

At the time of publishing, the C6 is quite pricey. The 65-inch LG C6 is $2,699 at Best Buy, and while that number will almost certainly tumble as the year goes on, it's still relatively high for a mid-range TV.

Saving money on the B6 might be a good move if all you're looking for is a brand-new OLED TV. The 65-inch LG B6 is $1,899 at Best Buy right now, which is substantially cheaper than the C6. That said, if you're after a 55-inch screen, you'll have to wait. More sizes options for the B6 are presumably still on the way, but for now the selection is rather limited.

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Our friends at Tom's Hardware reported that Acer is boosting its Predator gaming monitor up to 1,000Hz. And Samsung is expected to reveal 32-inch QD-OLED that offers 360Hz at 4K and 680Hz at 1080p, per PCWorld.

But unless you're a professional FPS gamer, you may not need those super speeds. Recently, my colleague Tony Polanco got a chance to check out LG's "world's first" 1,000Hz gaming monitor.

"All the slides moved very smoothly at 240Hz and up. I’m sure a eagle-eyed esports player could tell the difference between 1,000Hz and 720Hz, but I sure couldn’t," Tony wrote of the experience.

Tony also recently went eyes-on with Samsung's new 6K gaming monitor saying it "can offer a truly rich viewing experience."

One nice thing about these new super monitors is that it makes slightly older, but still quality monitors a bit cheaper. I've picked out four that you can pick up right now for under $1,000 and under $500 that still over 240Hz refresh rates and optimal performance.

240Hz OLED gaming under $500

If you're looking to save some money, then the HP HyperX OMEN QD-OLED and Alienware's new AW2726DM are both newer monitors released this year the won't break the bank. Neither monitor will blow you away with design or the best specs but they perform mighty well at their price point and tick all the right boxes.

Just under $1,000

These next two monitors are both bigger than the sub-$500 ones we looked at but also more expensive. However, Samsung's 6k monitor is expected to launch around $1,600 and the LG 1,000Hz beast is expected to be well north of $1,000 when it releases.

At launch both the Lenovo Legion Pro 34WD-10 OLED and LG UltraGear 45GX90SA had equally sky-high prices. However, they're both about a year old now and between sales and a natural price drop have reached friendlier waters.

The Lenovo has seen the biggest drop as it launched closer to $1,200 but is now only $879 on Amazon.

"The Legion Pro 34WD-10 is an excellent performer. The exquisite QHD OLED panel has enhanced every aspect of my gameplay, from immersion to performance. And having the space of the ultra-wide aspect ratio has been incredibly useful for operating multiple windows when working," my colleague Peter Wolinski said in his hands-on testing.

Meanwhile, the LG UltraGear is so good that we described as both a good gaming monitor and an impressively feature OLED TV. this set can pull some true double duty if you need. Problem is it launched with a massive $1,700 price tag. Fortunately, it's nearly halff off now.

If you're in the market for a new gaming monitor don't wait for spec monsters that you don't actually need. Try out any of these suggested monitors and your eyes will be in for a treat and a super smooth performance.

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LG’s most recent addition to their B Series OLEDs, the B6, does not have that same problem.The company’s latest mid-range OLED is a noticeable improvement over its predecessor, and it stacks up quite well against its more powerful (and expensive) sibling in the C6. In fact, it even performs better in one key category over the C6, which I’ll get to later.

The B6 isn’t the best TV of 2026 — it still bears some of the same issues I had with the C6, like an unimpressive speaker system and some AI features that don’t necessarily improve the experience. But at this price, you’d be hard-pressed to find a better-looking OLED with as many features as the LG B6 brings to the table.

LG B6 OLED TV review: Price and release date

The B6 is a mid-budget option from LG’s 2026 lineup of OLED TVs. It was released on March 18, 2026, and is currently available at participating retailers.

Below is a breakdown of the available sizes and pricing (we reviewed the 65-inch model):

• LG B6 OLED (65-inch): $1,999
• LG B6 OLED (77-inch): $2,799
• LG B6 OLED (83-inch): $4,499

If you want to upgrade from the B6, the next step up would be LG’s C6 OLED, which comes in at $2,699 for the 65-inch model and reaches up to $5,299 for the 83-inch C6H model. The B Series is definitely the most budget-friendly of the brand’s offerings, though. So if you’re looking for LG’s most accessible OLED option, you’ve found it.

LG B6 OLED TV review: Design

The LG B6 OLED shares a lot of the same DNA as the C6 in terms of design: It has the same thin,1.8-inch profile, as well as that faux-marble look that LG TVs have become synonymous with. The finish did feel a bit less sturdy than the C6’s — that TV had a back panel that was flat and felt more durable to the touch — but it looks really slick and will fit seamlessly into any living room, regardless of personal style.

One thing that the B6 unfortunately doesn’t share with the C6, though, is the brushed metal central pedestal stand that I loved on the C6. Instead, the B6 uses a dual-leg setup, which feels more flimsy and takes up a lot more room on a media console.

It’s not a dealbreaker, but I wish that this was something that carried over from the C Series. Of course, you can also mount the TV if the dual legs aren't for you.

LG B6 OLED TV review: Ports

The LG B6 comes stock with the same suite of ports as the C6: four HDMI 2.1 ports (one of them eARC-compatible), two USB-A ports, and an Ethernet connection in case you want to plug in for better internet speeds. There’s also an optical digital audio out port, 3.5mm headphone jack, serial port, and antenna/cable input, as well as support for Wi-Fi 5 and Bluetooth 5.3.

Overall, it’s a nice variety of ports and should cover most, if not all of your needs. Next time around, though, I would love to see LG take notes from the Hisense UR9 RGB Mini-LED TV and include a USB-C DisplayPort. Hisense has officially spoiled me on that front, and I think it should become more standardized as more and more tech makes the switch to USB-C.

How we test TVs

We follow a standard testing protocol for every TV we review at Tom’s Guide. Our benchmarks include a series of technical and subjective tests designed to rate the set’s performance.

For our technical tests, we set the TV to Filmmaker Mode (usually the most accurate out of the box) and take measurements using a Jeti spectraval 1501-HiRes spectroradiometer, a Klein K10-A colorimeter, a Murideo 8K-SIX-G Metal pattern generator, and Portrait Displays’s Calman TV-calibration software. We also use a Leo Bodnar 4K Video Signal Lag Tester for determining the TV’s gaming prowess.

Subjective tests vary based on the reviewer but usually include anecdotes from a diverse selection of movies, TV shows, and other content reflecting the types of things you may actually want to watch on the TV. For a more detailed look at what we do and how we do it, check out our “How we test TVs” page.

LG B6 OLED TV review: Performance

During my time with the LG B6 OLED, I watched a variety of films, TV shows, and YouTube videos to get an idea of how it would perform during daily use. I also played a few PS5 titles to judge its gaming performance and features.

Of course, my experience with the B6 was never going to be as eye-popping as the one I had with the C6. The C6 is much brighter (which I’ll talk about in the “test results” section below), especially in HDR mode, but that’s to be expected when comparing a TV to its upgrade pick. So with tempered expectations, I booted the TV up, and I was still very impressed with how great the B6 looked.

What the B6 doesn’t have in brightness, it makes up for in color. Watching “Send Help” was a delight on this TV, from the bright and multicolored sands of the beach, to the lush greens of the island’s flora, to the deep reds of fake movie blood. Both “Blade Runner 2049” and “The Boys” looked similarly great, although the lack of brightness was definitely felt in darker scenes. Still, those colors certainly popped.

I also watched an LG 4K demo video on YouTube, which made a big impression. The depth of color in person was stunning, and the deep blacks within each scene looked just as good as I remember them looking on the C6.

The TV has a variety of picture presets, like Vivid and Filmmaker modes. All of them have their uses, but my preferred mode, Filmmaker, looked the best to me. However, this mode definitely highlights the B6’s brightness struggles compared to the C6, and is best viewed in a dark room. For daytime viewing, I would stick to Standard or Vivid mode for the best balance of brightness and color.

Like the C6, the B6 really excels in the gaming department. The TV’s Game Optimizer mode levels up whatever you’re playing by cutting down on input lag and boosting FPS on both console (4K at 120Hz) and PC, and it works to great effect.

During my review period, I used the Game Optimizer to play Marvel’s Spider-Man 2, and was able to achieve a consistent 120 frames per second, even in the game’s performance ray tracing mode. With VRR turned on, the game felt even better and had zero noticeable screen tearing or input lag. Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight also looked amazing, and ran at a smooth 60 frames throughout gameplay (there was no 120Hz mode available in this game). No matter what I was playing, the B6 was fast, responsive, and full of detail. LG, in my opinion, continues to be the standard-bearer for gaming TVs.

LG B6 OLED TV review: Test results

From our test results, you can see that the LG B6 performs better than the LG B5 and Samsung QN90F when it comes to SDR brightness at 253 nits. But, it’s outmatched when put against the C6 and its max brightness of 343 nits.

So yes, it’s not as bright as the C6, but that doesn’t tell the whole story. When you look at our Delta-E test results, which is how we measure a TV’s color accuracy (the lower the number, the better), the B6’s 10.58 actually beats the C6’s 11.74. So if you’re not a frequent watcher of 4K/HDR content, you’re going to have a slightly better experience with the B6 right out of the box than you would with the C6.

As expected, in the HDR brightness category, the B6’s max of 695 nits is easily beaten by both the C6 (1,251 nits) and Samsung QN90F (2,109 nits), but still outperforms its predecessor’s 606 nits. So be sure to consider what kinds of content you’ll watch the most on your TV — if you usually stick with SDR, you’re not giving up much by going with the B6 over the C6.

When it comes to gaming, the B6 performs just as good as the C6 in SDR, and has even less input latency (8.9ms) than the C6 (9.1ms) when boosted by the TV’s Game Optimizer mode.

LG B6 OLED TV review: Audio

The LG B6’s speaker setup is unfortunately one of the weakest aspects of the TV. Like most TVs, the B6’s speakers shoot straight back into the wall, which swallows up a lot of detail and volume. It wasn’t too different from the audio experience I had with the C6, but these speakers did sound a little bit more tinny than its counterpart.

Like I say in most of my TV reviews, I think that nine times out of ten, you’ll be better off hooking your TV up with one of the best soundbars to balance out your audio setup. Thank me later.

The B6 does have some AI-enhanced audio features, but I’m really torn on them. There’s a speech mode that does actually assist you in hearing line reads that are buried by poor sound mixing, but the tradeoff is that it makes the low and mid tones sound pretty bad, and washes out all the other noise in a given scene. Unless I seriously needed to hear a piece of dialogue that I was having trouble picking up on, I don’t think I would use this feature all that much.

LG B6 OLED TV review: Interface and apps

Like the LG C6, the B6 also uses webOS 26 as its smart platform, and it was an enjoyable experience throughout. If you’ve used webOS 25, you won’t find too many changes that aren’t AI-centric here, but I still think the layout of the TV’s menus and home screen are really nice. Overall performance of the OS is stellar, too, and I never ran into any bugs like I often do with Samsung’s Tizen OS. Paired with LG’s Magic Remote, the B6’s interface is smooth, fast, and intuitive.

Like I mentioned above, webOS 26 leans much harder into AI features than webOS 25 did, employing Google Gemini and Microsoft Copilot to give you more personalized content recommendations. I didn’t really get to spend enough time with the TV to build an algorithm for myself and benefit from those personalized recommendations, but if it’s anything like the C6, they’ll work just fine. AI features aren’t something I personally engage with often, but if you make use of it in your daily life, you’ll probably get some good mileage out of this stuff over time.

LG B6 OLED TV review: Remote

LG’s updated Magic Remote impressed me during my time with the LG C6, and the experience was no different with the B6. In addition to regular buttons, the remote implements a motion-sensing point-and-click function that makes navigation way easier when there are a lot of on-screen options. It felt like I was using a Nintendo Wii controller, but in the best way. The scroll wheel in the center of the remote is also nice to have, and helps you parse through streaming app libraries much faster.

You’ll also find dedicated app buttons for a few popular streaming services, as well as buttons for tweaking settings and inputs. The Magic Remote also features a button that pulls up the TV’s AI functions like speech and picture enhancements. As with the C6, I really like the customizable heart button at the top of the remote that you can program to do whatever you want, from specific apps to actual TV functions. You can even assign the mute function to it, which you may have to because the remote doesn’t have a dedicated mute button. I personally don’t love that, but at least there’s a workaround.

LG B6 OLED TV review: Verdict

At this price, the LG B6 is one of the best OLED TVs you can find. It’s in great company with the C6, boasting even better color accuracy and gaming performance, even though it’s not as bright. Unlike the C6, though, the B6 is a much bigger improvement over its previous model, and not for nothing, it's $800 cheaper.

At the end of the day, whether you upgrade or not, you’re going to get a TV that looks beautiful both in terms of on-screen performance and physical design. And if you’re willing to be patient, you’ll most likely be able to score an even better deal on a B6 OLED later this year.

LG Sound Suite — a new blend of LG audio hardware and Dolby FlexConnect software — blew me away at CES when I saw it in early January. The technology, though still in its infancy, is going to change the way we think about surround sound as it allows you to place speakers anywhere in your room and get calibrated spatial audio sound tuned to wherever you want to sit.

Part and parcel of the technology is the LG Sound Suite H7 Soundbar. Technically, it’s possible to run the Sound Suite software through an LG C5, G5 OLED or one of LG’s new 2026 TVs, but this soundbar enables any TV with an eARC port to partake in FlexConnect’s … well, flexibility.

As the brains behind the brawn of LG’s new platform, the H7 has a lot to offer. Unfortunately, this best soundbar competitor itself isn’t quite as versatile as the technology driving it. Here’s why.

LG Sound Suite H7 review: Cheat sheet

• What is it? A Dolby Atmos soundbar that can connect wirelessly to up to four FlexConnect speakers and a subwoofer
• Who is it for? Anyone looking for an alternative to Sonos or Samsung’s all-in-one audio boxes
• What does it cost? $999 / £899
• What do we like? The FlexConnect integration enables you to set up surround speakers anywhere in your room
• What don’t we like? The aforementioned surround speakers don’t come in the box and will set you back an additional $249 apiece

LG Sound Suite H7 review: Price and release date

The LG Sound Suite H7 is one of those rare products that gets announced at CES in early January and then becomes available to buy shortly after the show ends; it went on sale in mid-January 2026 at a launch price of $999 at Best Buy and Amazon.

Of course, if you only buy the soundbar, you’re not really getting Sound Suite’s full functionality — you’ll at least need a few of the Sound Suite M5 or M7 Speakers to go with it. Those will set you back an additional $249 or $399, respectively. Finally, if you want to add a subwoofer to the mix, you’re looking at an additional $599 for the Sound Suite W7 sub.

If you went all-in on a full Sound Suite system, you’re looking at around $3,200 — much more than it would cost for a comparable Dolby Atmos system if you build it piecemeal.

This is similar, in some ways, to how a Sonos system works. You’d start by buying the Sonos Arc Ultra for close to $1,000, then you’d tack on a Sonos Sub Mini ($399), a pair of Sonos Era 300 ($379 apiece) or both. You’ll get a more robust sound that way, but you can see where LG got its Sound Suite pricing model from.

Your other option for a similar setup would be the Samsung HW-Q990F, an 11.1.4 system-in-a-box that includes a subwoofer and two satellite speakers for $1,800. This is the cheaper option, but will offer less flexibility in speaker placement than LG’s new Sound Suite system.

LG Sound Suite H7 review: Design and controls

LG designed the Sound Suite H7 as a 9.1.6-channel soundbar; it’s impressive that LG managed to cram 12 speakers and eight passive radiators into the soundbar’s 47.2 x 2.5 x 5.6 inch chassis. There’s not enough room between those speakers to truly feel like distinct channels — an issue I’ll cover more when we talk about its performance — but it certainly packs a punch.

Spin it around to the backside and you’ll see the port…er, ports, technically because there are two of them. Only two of them. There’s the HDMI-In port that you’ll connect via a cable to the TV and a USB 3.0 port that can be used to host local media.

There are no other ports here. No optical audio (likely omitted because Dolby Atmos requires an eARC connection) or HDMI passthrough ports. The latter is unfortunate, as it means you’re going to lose a port on your TV without any form of recompense and it’s something we see often on rival soundbars.

For better and worse, every connection besides the TV is wireless. The satellite speakers and subwoofer connect cable-free, and music playback comes courtesy of AirPlay 2 and Google Chromecast. There's even Bluetooth for more old-school wireless connections. Unfortunately, wireless connectivity on board the H7 isn't always the most stable, which creates issues.

LG Sound Suite H7 review: Features

The reason you’d buy an LG Sound Suite speaker instead of, say, something from Sonos or Samsung, is for its Dolby FlexConnect features. The ability to place speakers anywhere in the room and have them play perfectly attuned spatial audio never fails to impress me.

Of course, even better than simply having a room that’s set up for spatial audio is having a central “sweet spot” where you get the best sound possible. LG has enabled this through a technology it’s calling Sound Follow, and it’s like having a calibrator on-call 24/7. Sitting in the sweet spot had audible advantages to sitting on the periphery of the system, and became a spot everyone in the house would race towards when we sat down to watch a movie.

When it comes to wireless playback, the H7 supports Bluetooth connectivity alongside Apple AirPlay2 and Google Cast. If you want to get really fancy, there’s also Tidal Connect and Spotify Connect supported right out of the box as well.

Of course, LG’s ThinQ app is the bridge between you and the soundbar. This is the place you’ll go to get the speakers connected to your Wi-Fi network and, eventually, paired together. There’s not a lot of functionality in the app, but it’s here you’ll find the all-important Sound Follow feature. If you ever need to change the Wi-Fi settings, you’ll come back to the app to do that, but otherwise I didn’t find myself using it all that often.

LG Sound Suite H7 review: Sound quality

As a standalone soundbar, I wasn’t wildly impressed with the H7 — it’s loud but not well-rounded. But pairing it up with the M7 speakers was a totally different experience.

My biggest issue with multi-channel performance — and this applied whether I was watching a movie or listening to music — is that the speakers would sometimes drop the connection. Each speaker requires its own internet connection, and that can lead to just one of them dropping out. They’d usually re-connect within a few seconds, but it wasn’t the best user experience.

Movies

To see how it fared with movies, I loaded up the Dolby Atmos-enabled “Inside Out 2” on Disney Plus. This film is not only a visual treat — and absolutely heartwarming — but it’s got a great audio track that’s perfect for speaker testing.

I noticed right away that, on its own, the H7 couldn’t convey convincing Dolby Atmos. That’s not uncommon on unibody soundbars, but it was slightly more painful given the price. Dialogue was mixed, with some scenes having extremely easy to hear conversations, while other scenes required me to turn up the volume to hear what was being said.

Without a subwoofer, I didn’t get a lot of low-end extension, but again, this isn’t uncommon for a unibody soundbar. Still, musical swells in the movie’s main theme and certain action sequences (pretty much anytime there was hockey involved) all sounded great.

Music

As with movie soundtracks, bass frequencies can get lost while listening to standard two-channel albums — but thankfully, the soundstage is fairly wide thanks to those 12 speakers and eight passive radiators. Placing instruments in their exact locations was a struggle, but live albums like David Gilmour’s “Live at Pompeii” felt truly immersive. This is the first time I’ve heard a live album on a soundbar system and walked away impressed.

Studio albums like The Format’s new “Boycott Heaven” also leaned into the soundbar’s strengths — Nate Ruess’ impressive vocal range sounded excellent across the board.

Overall, the H7’s performance is a lot like Ruess’ former band — exciting and dynamic, but just missing that special something that we’ve seen in the Sonos Arc Ultra.

LG Sound Suite H7 review: Verdict

The LG Sound Suite H7 is the start of something big. I’m still genuinely amazed by Dolby Atmos FlexConnect and LG’s implementation of the technology, despite the connectivity issues I faced. This is the first time I’ve ever wanted to use a soundbar for a live album instead of my stereo speakers. That’s a massive achievement.

Problematically, however, the soundbar is a bit rich. At a lower price or in a total package that includes all the speakers and a subwoofer for under $1,800, the H7 and its Sound Suite stablemates would be an easier recommendation. But the fact that you can get a whole surround system in the form of the Samsung HW-Q990F for a fraction of the cost makes it a lukewarm deal in a hotbed of competition.

Once it drops down in price, I’ll be more forgiving of its shortcomings and I’m very much looking forward to seeing FlexConnect blossom in the next few years.

That’s why I often recommend the LG C6 and its more affordable little brother, the LG B6 OLED. The latter starts at just $1,999 for a 65-inch screen and, according to our recently conducted test results, is better than its stablemates in one key area.

Here’s what we found out when we ran the set through our test lab.

LG B6 vs C6 OLED test results

*Results measured in a 10% window in Standard mode.

Where the B6 is better than the C6 OLED

Let’s get the obvious facts out of the way first — the LG C6 OLED is brighter, more colorful and, when it comes to 4K/HDR content, a lot more color accurate than the B6 OLED.

But if you’re someone who doesn’t watch a lot of 4K/HDR content and spend most of your time watching cable TV that’s still transmitted in HD/SDR, the B6 OLED is going to offer a slightly better color accuracy right out of the box.

Color accuracy is denoted by that Delta-E score up above and the lower the score is, the more accurate the colors are. In Standard mode, we measured the LG C6 OLED’s Delta-E at a relatively high 11.7387; the LG B6 we tested came in at a noticeably lower 10.5796.

If you really care about color accuracy, however, you’ll probably want to put these TVs into their respective Filmmaker modes to better match what the director intended when they finished color grading. In this mode, the LG B6 also squeaks out a win (1.0362 vs 1.617 on the C6), but it’s worth noting that any difference in a Delta-E under 3 is nearly impossible to distinguish with the naked eye.

If I lost you along the way, the main takeaway from our testing is that the B6 is — surprisingly — more accurate with colors in HD/SDR shows and movies.

HDR, on the other hand, is a different story…

Here’s why you still might want to buy a C6 OLED instead

Of course, as you can see from the chart above, the B6 isn’t better than the C6 in every category — in fact, in most categories the C6 is still the better overall TV.

As our tests prove out, the C6 has a wider color gamut and it’s brighter across the board.

That’s going to matter for folks who don’t have a perfectly light-controlled dark room. The added brightness will also make specular highlights (like bursts of gunfire or explosions) pop a lot more compared to the dimmer B6 model.

I’d hazard a guess and say that the C6 is going to do a better job upscaling video from HD to 4K and dealing with color banding, too, thanks to its higher-end processor.

Last but not least, the 65-inch LG C6 OLED is currently on sale for the same price as the 65-inch B6 OLED. That's reason enough to go for the more advanced C6 model.

Give it a few months and the LG B6 OLED will settle into a lower price (usually that's around Black Friday and Cyber Monday).

If 65 inches is too much screen, keep an eye out for the inevitable 55-inch B6 that will likely go on sale later this year and, if last year's B5 OLED is any indication, an even-smaller, Best Buy exclusive 48-inch model . In previous years, these OLED TVs were on sale for under $700, so they're an incredible value.

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The Hisense UR9 is the brand's first flagship-level RGB LED TV. It leverages an all-new type of TV technology known as RGB LED, the advantages of which are high brightness and better color volume than run-of-the-mill Mini-LED TVs.

One of them offers mid-range-level OLED performance while the other — Hisense's top-shelf TV for 2026 — promises bright, eye-popping color. Now's an especially interesting time to be deciding between these two TVs, as the Hisense UR9 was just heavily discounted almost immediately after making its debut. Here's how the C6 and UR9 compare — from performance to features and price.

LG C6 vs Hisense UR9: specs compared

First, let's chat about the C6's size availability. In addition to the sizes listed above, the C6 is also available in 77- and 83-inch versions. However, these sizes are classified as an altogether different model: the LG C6H. This means if you're considering a 77- or 83-inch C6, you'll technically have to spring for the C6H OLED.

While haven't tested the C6H in our labs yet, LG promises better performance on these sets as they're equipped with LG Display's newest, fanciest RGB Tandem OLED. The 42- to 65-inch versions of the C6, on the other hand, leverage a standard WOLED display. It's still a fantastic set of hardware, but it's worth knowing the difference between the two panel types.

The UR9, meanwhile, is currently only available in 65-, 75- and 85-inch sizes. There's a gigantic, 100-inch version of the TV on its way soon, but at the time of publishing, this version isn't available to purchase yet.

Although all of the main ports on both the C6 and UR9 are of the high-bandwidth, HDMI 2.1 variety, the UR9 is limited to three HDMI inputs while the C6 carries the standard set of four. The UR9 makes up for this somewhat with an added USB-C port, but keep this in mind if you own several HDMI-compatible devices.

Both TVs support Dolby Vision, but like most Hisense TVs, the UR9 also supports the royalty-free format, HDR10+. Of the two, Dolby Vision is more widely available among streaming platforms and physical media.

Like all LG OLEDs, the C6 does not support ATSC 3.0 support. The UR9, on the other hand, does include this feature. It allows over-the-air broadcasts to be received in their native 4K resolution. Such ultra-high definition broadcasts are still relatively rare, but it's nevertheless a nice feature to have for future-proofing purposes.

Both TVs bring a lot to the table in terms of specs, so let's call this one a tie.

Winner: Tie

LG C6 vs Hisense UR9: design

The C6 (seen above) features a similar design to its predecessor, the LG C5, but given its elegant look, that's not necessarily a bad thing. I especially dig the marble-like finish on the back of the TV.

The C6's downward-slanting, wedge-shaped stand attaches itself to the back of the panel in a sturdy fashion. Here's something important to keep in mind: The stand's shape keeps the C6's screen relatively close to whatever surface it's sitting on, so people with exceptionally tall soundbars should make sure in advance that it won't obstruct the screen.

Like many of LG's C Series OLED TVs that came before it, the C6's panel is among the thinnest you'll find on shelves. The TV's chassis widens out around the middle of the screen, but even with the added bulk, the TV is narrower than many of the slimmest Mini-LED TVs.

If the light, sleek-looking C6 practically floats into your home, the UR9 (seen above) may as well drop an anchor. It's not an overly thick TV, to be clear, but it has a heavier exterior. It's as though the UR9 is working overtime to contain the power within its panel.

It, too, sits atop a centered, pedestal-style stand, but the plate at its base is much more accommodating for soundbar placement than the C6's configuration. That convenience is the best thing I can highlight about the UR9's overall design, as I do find it to be utilitarian to a fault.

Winner: LG C6

LG C6 vs Hisense UR9: performance

Before we dive into which of these TVs is the better performer, let's compare their test results. (Both TVs were in their respective Filmmaker picture modes when these tests were taken.)

The standout detail here is the gulf between the brightness of both sets. Even in garden-variety, non-HDR content (like cable TV or most streaming shows), the UR9 is wildly bright. For HDR content, this serves as a feather in the UR9's cap. For SDR content, you might its 2,000+ nits of brightness to be too much. Nevertheless, this makes the UR9 a more viable option for people with a sun-drenched living space.

The UR9 put up some of the best color volume-related test results I've ever seen. It covers around 93% of the BT.2020 color space, which is higher than even most quantum dot-enhanced OLED TVs.

This is an impressive figure, no doubt, but according to my colleague Dylan Haas (who recently reviewed the UR9), the punchy palette doesn't always quite translate to real-world content. With color volume being the bread and butter of an RGB LED TV, some might find this disappointing.

The C6 is significantly dimmer than the UR9, but it's got a serious trick up its sleeve: OLED display technology. OLEDs are capable of perfect black levels and pixel-level dimming, which has a hugely positive impact on picture quality. Its ability to produce perfect black levels means its contrast is through the roof.

Since specular highlights can be controlled with surgical precision, HDR highlights on the C6 tend to stand out more. 1,400 nits of highlight brightness is way less than the UR9's 3,400-nit benchmark, but the C6's perceptible contrast carries its picture further. This allows for a deeper, more-detail-rich presentation, too.

The C6's picture is better tuned out of the box, too. In Filmmaker mode, the Hisense UR9 manages to put up a Delta-E of below 3 (widely considered the threshold for color error perceptibility), but the C6 is incredibly accurate in LG's Filmmaker mode — more so than the UR9. That, combined with its top-notch contrast control, leads to a more refined presentation.

In a side-by-side comparison, you'll almost certainly clock the UR9's bolder, more-voluminous color. It will surely be the brighter of the two pictures, too. But contrast is the first thing our eyes notice when assessing an image, and Hisense's RGB LED TV still falls short of the C6 in the contrast department.

The C6, therefore, is the safer pick for A/V enthusiasts, home theater-builders and all-around picture purists. If you're looking for the brightest possible experience, however, it's hard to deny the UR9's sheer horsepower.

Winner: LG C6

LG C6 vs Hisense UR9: smart platform and features

The C6 comes with the newest version of LG's webOS built right in. It's similar to last year's version of the software (webOS 25), but LG has tossed in some new, AI-based features on webOS 26. Unfortunately, my colleague Dylan Haas referred to them as "meaningless" if you don't already use AI-related features around the house, and I'm inclined to agree with Dylan.

Although webOS isn't my favorite (I find its interface to be cluttered and sluggish at times), I suspect that casual users won't mind bumping up against it from time to time. If you want to silo your streaming experience into a separate streaming device, you'll get no complaints from me; I recently decided to replace webOS with Roku and haven't looked back.

Good news for dedicated gamers: The C6 arrives with almost every gaming-related feature under the sun, including support for 4K gaming at 120Hz (and up to 165Hz), Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) and AMD FreeSync Premium. Support for these features runs across all four of the C6's HDMI 2.1-compatible inputs, so you won't have to juggle devices depending on your needs.

One of the C6's best gaming-related features is LG's Game Optimizer mode. This quick-menu puts all of your most-important settings in one place and automatically launches when you access the settings menu during gameplay.

The UR9 is built around the Google TV smart platform. All told, I prefer Google TV over LG's webOS, as its interface is easier to navigate and tends to be snappier. Along with Roku, Google TV is one of my top picks for streaming software.

As mentioned, the UR9 is limited to just three HDMI ports. They're all HDMI 2.1 compatible, thankfully, but people with several devices (more than one console, a streaming device and soundbar, for instance) might end up feeling restricted by the lack of a fourth.

Across those HDMI inputs, the UR9 supports 4K gaming at 120Hz (and up to 180Hz with a gaming PC linked up), as well as VRR and FreeSync Premium Pro. Hisense does offer a dedicated gaming settings menu like LG's Game Optimizer mode, but I don't find its contents to be quite as useful as what LG is cooking with.

Winner: LG C6

LG C6 vs Hisense UR9: outlook

What we're left with is a better-designed TV in the C6 that offers a more refined picture with sensational, OLED-driven performance, more size options to choose from and an additional HDMI input.

The UR9 has a leg up on the C6 when it comes to overall brightness, which makes it more viable for bright-room viewing. That said, the C6 doesn't exactly wilt in a sunny room, so your living space would have to be pretty dang bright for me to recommend the C6 (and its OLED display) over the Hisense UR9.

But there's another critical factor to consider: price. Right now, you can spring for a 65-inch C6 for $2,699 on Amazon. The 55-inch LG C6 can be had for $1,999. These prices are certain to steadily drop throughout the year, but for now, it's tough to find the C6 on sale.

The UR9, on the other hand, just saw a massive price cut a mere week and a half after its initial launch. The 65-inch Hisense UR9 is just $1,999 at Best Buy right now after making its debut at $3,499. The 75-inch UR9 is $2,999 at Best Buy, but when it first hit shelves, it was priced all the way at $4,999.

The UR9 is a bright, capable TV, but Hisense's RGB Mini-LED technology can't quite eclipse the self-lit pixels of an OLED display. At the very least, its current sale price puts the UR9 further in line with its performance profile.

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Hisense isn’t a stranger to this, either — I’d wager that the majority of Hisense TV launches I’ve covered over the last decade have dabbled in the art (perhaps science?) of the street price. But I’ve never seen anything like what’s happening with the Hisense UR9, the brand’s highly-touted, first-ever RGB LED TV.

After just a week and a half on shelves with an MSRP of $3,499, the 65-inch Hisense UR9 is already on sale for just $1,999 at Best Buy. The $1,500 discount is bigger than any street price-related reset I’ve ever seen. Here’s what this situation tells us about the state of the RGB LED TV market.

The UR9 faces fierce competition

While keeping in mind that I'm not working off inside information, here's my read on the Hisense UR9's sudden, steep drop in price: No one's going to undercut Hisense.

Since their surge in the North American TV market about a decade ago, Hisense has been a TV brand associated with value. Hisense representatives will be the first to tell you this, too; I've heard them proudly reference their reputation for over-delivering on reported performance specs, very often at lower price points than their competitors.

But with the biggest names in the TV industry launching their own cutting-edge RGB LED TVs in 2026, this narrative was about to shift.

As you can see in the chart below, the 65-inch UR9 was sitting on shelves next to a 65-inch Micro RGB TV from Samsung with a heftier price tag — $300 worth of additional heft, to be precise. As the only two TV-makers currently offering 65-inch RGB LED TVs, Samsung was poised to be the value-conscious pick at this popular size point.

Additionally, at the 75-inch size point, the UR9 was a whole $500 more than the Samsung R95H. That doesn't seem much like the Hisense that I know, the brand that over-delivers at a lower price point than its rivals.

With these new sale prices in effect, the 65-inch UR9 is now $1,200 less than the 65-inch R95H. The 75-inch version is $1,500 to $2,000 less than the 75-inch R95H and the 75-inch LG MRGB95. Perfectly balanced, as all things should be? If you're Hisense, maybe.

Bear in mind that we're almost sure to see some sale pricing for LG and Samsung Micro RGB TVs in the coming months. TCL — whose sole RGB Mini-LED TV is only confirmed to exist in three sizes at 85 inches and above — will likely drop in price throughout the year, too.

And then there are the step-down RGB LED-based models from Hisense and Samsung: the UR8 and R85H. We've yet to test these sets, but I'm interested to see how they stack up against their flagship-level counterparts. It seems logical that the steep sale pricing on the UR9 could potentially have ripple effects on the UR8, too.

Should you buy the Hisense UR9?

If you're looking for bright, sizzling performance, a ton of features and the satisfaction that comes with getting in on the ground floor of a brand-new display technology, the Hisense UR9 is officially the most affordable way to do so. If you were on the fence about splashing out on this TV a week ago, this newly minted street price is bound to be tantalizing.

However, if you need some excuse — anything at all — to persuade you away from buying a flashy new TV right now, I can certainly help with that.

Are RGB LED TVs worth it? Well, having spent some time with a few of them, I can say that their performance ranges from "pretty good (if not a little disappointing)" to "excellent." And, for what it's worth, that level of "excellent" is closer to being on par with some of the best quantum dot-equipped Mini-LED TVs I've ever seen, so your mileage may vary on whether you think that justifies these prices.

In our full Hisense UR9 review, my colleague Dylan Haas remarked that, while the UR9 fared well in our tests, its color performance during real-world use didn't seem to meet the impressive nature of the numbers. In other words, a classic case of looks good on paper.

Its 3.5-star review isn't indicative of a bad TV, though, and the UR9's bright performance sounds best suited for bright-room viewing. Maybe, with its new sale price attached, the UR9 can find a groove as the most-affordable flagship RGB LED TV rather than a potentially tough sell.

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The TCL QM8L is also a brand-new TV, but it leverages a new type of Mini-LED display that TCL is calling Super Quantum Dot (SQD). It recently launched for a relatively high price tag, but you can already find it on sale for a lower price than the LG C6.

If you're looking to upgrade your TV this year and you've got an eye for premium performance, there's a good chance you'll be choosing between these two sets. Here's how the C6 and QM8L compare — from performance to features and price.

LG C6 vs TCL QM8L: specs compared

Let's start with size availability between the C6 and QM8L. The QM8L is available in all of the most-popular sizes for an LED TV except 55 inches. We've tested the 75-inch version of the QM8L, and the smallest size in the series is 65 inches.

The C6 is also available in 77- and 83-inch versions, but these sizes are classified as an altogether different model: the LG C6H. If you want a 77- or 83-inch C6, you're technically buying the C6H OLED.

We should point out here that, while haven't tested the C6H in our labs yet, LG promises better performance on these sets as they're equipped with LG Display's newest RGB Tandem OLED. The 42- to 65-inch versions of the C6, on the other hand, leverage a standard WOLED display. That's not such a bad thing, as the numbers below will prove to you, but it's worth knowing what you're paying for.

Both TVs support Dolby Vision, but the QM8L also supports the royalty-free version of Dolby Vision, HDR10+. Of the two, Dolby Vision remains the most popular among streaming platforms and physical media.

Like all LG OLEDs, the C6 does not support ATSC 3.0 support. The QM8L does. This feature allows over-the-air broadcasts to be piped-in at native 4K resolution via antenna. 4K, over-the-air broadcasts are still few and far between, but for folks who watch TV via antenna, ATSC 3.0 is a very nice feature to have.

Both sets serve up four HDMI 2.1-compatible inputs and support 4K gaming at 120Hz. With a gaming PC linked up, 4K games can be pushed up to 165Hz on the C6 and 144Hz on the QM8L.

Winner: LG C6

LG C6 vs TCL QM8L: design

The C6 (seen above) follows the design approach of its predecessor, the LG C5. Its wedge-shaped stand attaches itself to the TV's chassis, and the stand's shape keeps the C6's screen relatively close to its surface. It's an elegant look, but you folks with tall soundbars should make sure that there's enough clearance. (I also appreciate the marble-like finish on the back of the panel even though it's less likely to be seen.)

Thanks to the nifty, narrow nature of OLED displays, the C6's panel is super-thin across most of its form. Its chassis bulges out around the panel's midsection, but even with this compartment, the C6 is a slim customer.

The C6 arrives with the newest version of LG's Magic Remote, which can be used to point and click at the screen. The remote also comes with a directional pad and scrolling wheel if you decide to forgo its Wiimote-like functionality.

While the C6 is a wafer-thin screen with a modest chassis attached to it, the QM8L (seen above) is more along the lines of a heavy, thick slab. TCL's latest take on a Mini-LED display leads to a beefier panel than what we typically see on QLED TVs.

I wouldn't call the QM8L's look distracting, but for folks after a TV that quietly blends in with its surroundings will almost certainly appreciate the look and feel of the C6 more. Though, for what it's worth, I find the crosshatched etching on the back of the QM8L to be a nice touch.

Unlike the C6's motion-activated remote, the QM8L arrives with a slim, standard remote with a sensible selection of buttons on its face. I prefer the QM8L's backlit buttons over the C6's motion controls, but your mileage may vary.

Both sets feature thoughtful designs. But as much as I appreciate a backlit remote control, the LG C6 strikes a better pose.

Winner: LG C6

LG C6 vs TCL QM8L: performance

Before we dive into which of these TVs is the better performer, let's compare their test results. (Both TVs were in their respective Filmmaker picture modes when these tests were taken.)

There's a lot to unpack here. The first thing that ought to jump out at you is brightness. Despite offering slightly brighter highlights during SDR content, the C6 is nowhere near as bright as the QM8L. In fact, during regular, everyday content, the QM8L's average picture brightness (that is, the luminance of the entire picture) is much higher than that of the C6.

During HDR content, the QM8L delivers intense, room-filling brightness, too. Specular highlights (like a glint of sunlight reflecting off a sword) are nearly three times brighter on the QM8L than the C6.

The advantages associated with added brightness carry over into the QM8L's color performance. Thanks to TCL's SQD technology (a new spin on quantum-dot color), the QM8L covers a whopping 90% of the BT.2020 color space. Were you to view the C6 and the QM8L side by side, there's a good chance you'd notice the latter's punchier color first.

This all points in one direction: From a purely performance-related standpoint, the QM8L is an all-around better choice for people with sun-soaked living spaces, or for folks who just want their next TV to provide a bright and bold cinematic picture.

But there's a very good argument to be made that the C6 is the better-performing TV. Its OLED-driven picture results in perfect black levels and pixel-level dimming. Despite its lower brightness ceiling and relatively limited color palette compared to the QM8L, the advantages of OLED display technology are massive.

Since specular highlights can be controlled with razor-like precision, HDR highlights on the C6 tend to stand out more. This allows for a deeper, detail-rich picture — a presentation that, at times, looks more realistic.

In addition, in its most-accurate picture mode, the C6 is much more dialed-in in its out-of-the-box state. You can see this in our test results, as the C6's Delta-E (a figure that describes color error) is lower than the QM8L's.

The ever-important performance category is a draw. The QM8L is a brighter, more-colorful TV that will stand up better during daytime viewing, but the C6 is a much better option for A/V enthusiasts who value reference accuracy.

Winner: Draw

LG C6 vs TCL QM8L: smart platform and features

The C6 arrives with the newest version of LG's webOS right out of the box. It's a similar experience to last year's version of webOS, but LG has also added some new, AI-based features this year. Unfortunately, my colleague Dylan Haas referred to them as "meaningless" if you don't already incorporate AI into your daily life (and I'm inclined to agree).

As far as smart platform software goes, LG's webOS isn't my first choice. I find its interface to be cluttered and navigation to slow down occasionally. That said, most users will see no problem using it as their daily driver, should they decide to forgo a dedicated streaming device.

You're getting a full spread of HDMI 2.1-compatible inputs on both TVs, which is good news for dedicated gamers. On LG's side, the C6 arrives with almost every gaming-related feature under the sun, including support for 4K gaming at 120Hz (and up to 165Hz), Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) and AMD FreeSync Premium.

One of its best gaming-related features is the inclusion of LG's Game Optimizer mode. This dedicated gaming menu puts all of your most-important settings all in one place, and it automatically appears when accessing the primary settings menu during gameplay.

The TCL QM8L is built around the Google TV smart platform. Pound for pound, I prefer Google TV over LG's webOS software suite, as its interface is easier to navigate. Along with Roku, Google TV is one of my top picks for built-in streaming.

For gaming, the QM8L is loaded with upside, though it's not quite as complete an experience as the C6. It, too, arrives with VRR, FreeSync Premium Pro and support for 4K gaming at 120Hz, but while the C6 stretches all the way up to 165Hz during PC gaming, the QM8L tops out at 144Hz. Fortunately, this will only be relevant for a small slice of shoppers.

Having used it for a while, I can say that LG's Game Optimizer mode is quite nice to have in one's back pocket. The C6 has the edge here, but if you're not a gamer, there's a higher likelihood that the QM8L's inclusion of Google TV will be better for you in the long run than the C6's reliance on webOS.

Winner: LG C6

LG C6 vs TCL QM8L: outlook

Setting aside price, the C6 is an all-around better choice for home theater enthusiasts, picture purists and gamers. It's not as bright as the QM8L (nor as colorful), but if your goal is to splash out on an impressive, accurate picture, the C6 is the superior pick. (And, while we've yet to test this, I suspect that the above is especially true for the 77- and 83-inch versions of the C6H, which purportedly offers better brightness and color.)

The QM8L is a safer pick for people who watch a ton of TV during the day, or for folks who just want a bright, visually arresting picture when the lights are off. As a Mini-LED TV, its ability to control contrast isn't nearly as impressive as the C6, though it is packed with nearly the same set of gaming features.

If you still can't choose between the two, perhaps you'll be swayed by their respective price tags. Today, you can spring for a 65-inch C6 for $2,699 on Amazon. The 55-inch LG C6 can be had for $1,999.

The QM8L just launched at $2,499 for a 65-inch version, but it didn't take long to go on sale. Right now, you can get the 65-inch TCL QM8L for $1,799 at Best Buy. The 75-inch QM8L is just $1,999 at Best Buy at the time of publishing — the same price as the 55-inch C6.

In the coming months, both TVs will likely drop in price. For a brighter, more-affordable experience, the QM8L will remain the better option. For a more precise picture with better gaming features, the C6 will continue to be the way to go.

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When new TVs are released, old TVs go on sale. At the time of publishing, the brands behind some of the best OLED TVs are launching all-new OLEDs to replace last year's models. This means that you can get last year's stuff at a huge discount, and in many cases, those year-old sets are almost as good as their replacement models.

The C6 OLED is LG's newest, mid-range OLED for 2026. The S90F OLED is Samsung's mid-range model from 2025. They're direct competitors — at least, they would be if there wasn't a year separating them.

Nevertheless, they occupy the same shelf space right now, which means you've got a choice between the two. Here's how these OLEDs stack up and what you should know before shopping.

LG C6 vs Samsung S90F: specs compared

Let's start with the available size options. The C6 is available in 77- and 83-inch versions just as the S90F is, but these sizes are classified as an altogether different model: the LG C6H. If you want a 77- or 83-inch C6, you'll technically have to buy the C6H.

We haven't tested the C6H yet, but LG promises better performance on these sets as they're equipped with LG Display's newest RGB Tandem OLED. The 42- to 65-inch versions of the C6, on the other hand, leverage a standard WOLED display.

One of the biggest differences between these sets lies in HDR support. Like all LG OLEDs, the C6 supports Dolby Vision, a proprietary version of enhanced HDR. No Samsung TV currently supports Dolby Vision.

Instead, Samsung offers HDR10+ across all of its HDR-enabled TVs. HDR10+ is a royalty-free version of Dolby Vision that similarly leverages metadata to adjust the picture on a frame-by-frame basis.

You'll still be able to watch Dolby Vision-mastered content on the S90F, but the picture will fall back to standard HDR10. It'll certainly look great, but technically speaking, the S90F won't be taking advantage of Dolby Vision's efforts to replicate the creator's intent. (To learn more about Dolby Vision, check out our guide to whether or not you need Dolby Vision at all.)

Neither offers ATSC 3.0 support, which allows over-the-air broadcasts to be piped-in at native 4K resolution. These sorts of broadcasts are still few and far between, but for folks who really lean on the terrestrial airwaves, ATSC 3.0's absence is a disappointment.

The good news is that both sets serve up four HDMI 2.1-compatible inputs and support 4K gaming at 120Hz. With a PC linked up to either OLED, 4K games can be pushed up to 165Hz on the C6 and 144Hz on the S90F.

LG C6 vs Samsung S90F: design

The C6 (seen above) follows the design approach of its predecessor, the LG C5. Its downward-slanting, wedge-shaped stand attaches itself to the TV's chassis, and the shape of the stand keeps the C6's screen relatively close to its surface. All told, it's a sleek look. And, while you'll almost never see this design flourish, I appreciate the marble-like finish on the back of the panel.

The C6 arrives with the newest version of LG's Magic Remote. Like its motion-activated forerunners, this clicker can be used to point and click at the screen (though it also comes with a traditional directional pad, too).

Like the C6, the S90F (pictured above) also uses a pedestal-style stand, but the S90F lifts the panel further up from its surface. The clearance might be nice if you own a particularly bulky soundbar.

As is the case with LG's OLED, most of the S90F's internal hardware is relegated to a rectangular-shaped chassis that bulges out from the bottom half of the panel. Your mileage may vary, but I find the overall look of the C6's panel to be a bit more posh.

But perhaps the S90F's best feature is the included Samsung Solar Cell remote. It's a slim, narrow clicker with a minimal amount of buttons. Frustratingly, it doesn't include a dedicated input button. Refreshingly, it's powered by a rechargeable lithium-ion battery, which powers itself up with natural and artificial light.

While the C6 features a more thoughtful-looking design, the S90F offers better soundbar clearance and a rechargeable remote. This one's too close to call.

Winner: Draw

LG C6 vs Samsung S90F: performance

Before we dive into which of these TVs is the better performer, let's compare their test results. (Both TVs were in their respective Filmmaker picture mode when these tests were taken.)

Both of these sets are capable of delivering the key features that OLED TVs are known for: perfect black levels with pixel-level contrast control. Thanks to the rich, high-contrast quality of OLED, pretty much everything looks fantastic on the C6 and S90F, especially 4K, HDR content.

That said, their presentations differ slightly, and to understand why, you've got to look under the hood. The C6 leverages LG Display's standard WOLED display, while the S90F taps Samsung Display's quantum dot-enhanced OLED display.

By and large, QD-OLEDs tend to offer brighter, purer color than garden-variety WOLED panels, and we can see that in our test results. The S90F covers 89% of the BT.2020 (Rec.2020) color gamut, while the C6 tops out at around 76%. You'd likely notice these color-based advantages during content, too.

According to our tests, the S90F doesn't quite match the C6's white highlight brightness in HDR, but its average picture brightness (that is, the luminance of the entire screen) is brighter than the C6 during average, run-of-the-mill SDR content. In other words, if you watch a lot of cable TV, YouTube or over-the-air broadcasts, the S90F provides a punchier presentation overall.

But the C6 isn't a slouch. As mentioned, its HDR highlight brightness is, pound for pound, higher than highlights on the S90F (though it's not a significant difference). Colors are well-saturated, too, even if the C6 can't cover as much of the expanded color gamut.

Most importantly, color is accurately dialed-in on both of these TVs when using their most-accurate picture mode (Filmmaker). And, from what I've seen, both the C6 and S90F are quite good at upscaling sub-4K content without introducing a pesky amount of artifacting.

They're remarkably close in performance, but the S90F's added color and higher average picture brightness during SDR content gives it a bit of an edge. I'm happy to see the C6's standard WOLED panel pumping out close to 1,400 nits in HDR, but the reality is that most people would be hard-pressed to tell the difference between highlight brightness on the C6 compared to the S90F.

Winner: Samsung S90F

LG C6 vs Samsung S90F: smart platform and features

Since both of these OLEDs deliver similarly impressive picture quality, perhaps the software experience and supported features will be the deciding factor for certain shoppers.

The C6 arrives with the newest version of LG's webOS. It's a similar experience to last-year's iteration, but LG has also added some new, AI-based features. Unfortunately, my colleague Dylan Haas referred to them as "meaningless" if you don't already incorporate AI into your daily life, and I'm inclined to agree.

As far as smart platform software goes, LG's webOS isn't one of my first choices. I find its interface to be visually confusing and navigation to be sluggish at times. However, it's easy enough to pick up and use, and I suspect that a majority of users will see no problem using it as their daily driver.

The S90F is built around the 2025 version of Samsung's Smart Hub (powered by Tizen), which isn't my preferred choice, either. That said, if you'd rather not splurge on a dedicated streaming device, Smart Hub will get the job done just as well as webOS.

I find Smart Hub's layout to be visually cluttered. It's often frustrating, too, how basic navigational tasks are three or four steps too long. (Please, Samsung, just put a dedicated input button on your remote.)

As far as gaming features go, the C6 and S90F are almost identical. As mentioned, ach offers HDMI 2.1-compatibility across all four inputs, which means you don't have to spend time thinking about which port any given device should be plugged into.

The C6 and S90F can make the most out of 4K titles on current-generation consoles, as they each support 4K gaming at 120Hz. Both OLEDs also arrive with Variable Refresh Rate (VRR), Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM) and a version of AMD FreeSync Premium for smooth, tear-free gameplay.

There's no way around it, though: Not having Dolby Vision support on the S90F will be a deal-breaker for a certain type of home theater enthusiast.

Winner: LG C6

LG C6 vs Samsung S90F: outlook

Regardless of which set you settle on, you're setting yourself up for a sensational viewing experience. So, let's go through a short list of what could be deciding factors.

If you want Dolby Vision HDR support, the answer is simple: Buy the C6. If you're looking for a brighter, more colorful presentation, I recommend the S90F, but they're close enough in performance that I'm hesitant to overemphasize the S90F's slight edge here.

This leads us to the most important remaining factor: price. The S90F is cheaper than the C6 right now, simply because it's been available to buy for a year. Today, you can spring for a 65-inch C6 for $2,699 on Amazon. The 55-inch LG C6 can be had for $1,999.

Samsung's mid-range OLED, meanwhile, is massively on sale. Right now, you can get the 65-inch Samsung S90F for just $1,399 at Best Buy. The 55-inch S90F is $1,197 at Amazon.

The LG C6 will follow a similar trajectory, seeing slow-but-steady discounts throughout the year. For the time being, though, it's nearly twice as pricey as the S90F — and in no way is it twice as good.

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That being said, at $5,499 for the 77-inch version, it’s not exactly cheap by any stretch of the imagination. But for a premium OLED TV that — 10 years ago — started at $7,999 for a 65-inch model and cost $20,000 for the 77-incher, the W6’s updated pricing is a major step in the right direction. Here’s what nearly six grand of full-throttle OLED technology looks like.

Slim, but powerful

Despite being slightly thicker than its namesake at 9mm deep, the Wallpaper W6 is still unbelievably slim — even for an OLED.

To make it this thin, LG uses a wireless Zero Connect Box that can transmit incoming HDMI signals to the TV from up to 32 feet away. This box can process both HD/SDR and 4K/HDR signals without any added delay.

Under the hood, the W6 runs the Alpha 11 AI Processor Gen3 that enables Hyper Radiant Color Technology with Brightness Booster Ultra. It's worth reading our full breakdown, but in short, Hyper Radiant Color is LG's "secret sauce" that combines LG Display’s newest Primary RGB Tandem 2.0 OLED panel with a hyper-customized algorithm for up to 3.9 times the brightness compared to older OLED models.

Beyond the slimmer size, wireless connectivity and Hyper Radiant Color technology, the W6 will also be one of the first TVs to offer the latest version of LG's webOS 26 smart TV software. The latter can also be found on the LG C6 OLED, however, so don't feel like you need to shell out a small fortune just to get the latest and greatest software.

So is the W6 worth buying?

That's the $5,500 question, obviously. Having seen it twice now — once at CES and a second time at LG's North American headquarters in March — I've genuinely been blown away by the company's Hyper Radiant Color technology that's available on the W6.

That said however, as much as I like the TV's design and wireless Zero Connect Box, I'd have a hard time shelling out this much for a 77-inch TV — let alone $7,499 for the 83-inch version of the W6.

The good news there is that you don't have to pay such a steep premium just for Hyper Radiant Color technology: It's also available on the much-cheaper 77-inch LG C6H (pictured above) that's $3,699 or the 55-inch LG G6 that is available to pre-order for $2,499. Both have a similar version of the technology with a different design. (The C6H is also available to buy today at LG's web store, so no waiting required.)

As for the W6, for anyone with the cash to throw at it, it's available to pre-order on LG's website starting today with a full rollout in the near future.

In the meantime, I'll be here counting my pennies until I have $5,500 saved up.

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To wit: Just when you think you’ve got a handle on the difference between LG OLED evo and non-evo OLED, the company introduces Hyper Radiant Color technology.

As with most newfangled TV terms, Hyper Radiant Color technology is both important to consider and not as important as its marketing might make it seem. But if you’re shopping for an LG TV this year — specifically, an LG OLED — you ought to familiarize yourself with this new specification.

LG Hyper Radiant Color technology explained

While a ton of TV features describe actual hardware and their related functions (quantum dots, Mini-LEDs and glare-free screens come to mind), the vast majority of the bells, whistles and enhancements slapped on the side of a TV box describe software-based features. Some of these terms describe a process that combines both hardware and software.

That last one is what we’re dealing with when we talk about Hyper Radiant Color technology. It describes a blend of hardware-based advancements, software-based processes and certifications available on select LG OLED TVs. Think of it as a special sauce — some LG TVs come with the sauce and others don’t.

At the heart of Hyper Radiant Color technology is LG Display’s newest Primary RGB Tandem 2.0 OLED panel, which is capable of higher brightness and more voluminous color than the OLED-maker’s standard WOLED display. The flashy hardware is managed by a processor designed to make the most of it. You’re left with several performance-based certifications that LG enjoys hanging its hat on, all of which get folded into a concept it calls Hyper Radiant Color technology.

Part innovation, part marketing hype

Some of the elements that make up Hyper Radiant Color technology are less important to the average consumer.

For instance, it’s well known that OLEDs offer perfect black levels and exceptional color. Does it matter to most people if an LG OLED TV has been “verified by UL Solutions, a global leader in applied safety science, for Perfect Reproduction technology under lighting conditions of up to 500 lux?” Probably not.

Here’s how to think of it instead: Hyper Radiant Color technology is LG’s special sauce that allows for some performance-related benefits on select OLED TVs.

The OLED TVs that offer Hyper Radiant Color technology are brighter and more colorful than those that don’t. They’re also among the most-premium OLEDs in LG’s catalogue.

Which LG OLEDs offer Hyper Radiant Color technology?

In 2026, Hyper Radiant Technology is available on three LG OLED TVs:

• The LG G6 (except for the 97-inch version)
• The LG W6 (a.k.a. The LG Wallpaper TV)
• The LG C6H (the C6 in 77- and 83-inch sizes)

Regarding the LG C6 OLED, it's important to note that the 42-, 48-, 55- and 65-inch versions of the C6 don't offer Hyper Radiant Color Technology. However, if you opt for a 77- or 83-inch version, you'll technically be buying the LG C6H, which does come with Hyper Radiant Color. This is because the two largest sizes of the C6 leverage LG Display's Primary RGB Tandem 2.0 OLED panel. The smaller sizes in the series tap LG Display's newest WOLED panel type.

Is Hyper Radiant Color technology worth buying?

If you're in the market for an LG-branded OLED TV and you're looking for the best possible picture, then yes, you should want to buy an LG OLED that comes with Hyper Radiant Color technology.

The reason for this is simple: The LG OLEDs that offer this feature are built around the best OLED panel currently available from LG Display. As such, they represent the best performance you can get right now from an LG OLED TV.

While we're still in the process of testing new releases like the G6 and C6H, we have a pretty good idea of the sort of performance we can expect to see based on last-year's LG G5, which was built around an earlier version of LG Display's Primary RGB Tandem OLED panel.

Although its release predates the term Hyper Radiant Color, the G5 remains one of the brightest OLED TVs we've ever measured. It also offers better color volume than any non-quantum dot-enhanced OLED TV we've tested to date. I expect similar (if not better) brightness and color from newer LG OLEDs that come with Hyper Radiant Color technology.

If the G6, W6 and C6H are too pricey for your budget, a good strategy would be to save money on the year-old LG G5. While you technically wouldn't be getting Hyper Radiant Color technology, you'd still be netting high-level OLED performance at a deeply discounted rate.

Right now, the 55-inch LG G5 is just $1,799 at Amazon. This is down significantly from its original price of $2,499. It's also significantly cheaper than the 55-inch LG G6, which is launching at $2,499.

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That phone was never released because LG's mobile division shut down. But more than five years after that unceremonious cancellation, the LG rollable has made its way out into the world, and into the hands of YouTuber Marques Brownlee — A.K.A MKBHD. Naturally, this means he's just published a video detailing all the rollable secrets we never got to hear about when LG was actively teasing the phone.

Even though this is an older phone now, the smoothness of expanding that 6.7-inch phone screen can expand to a larger, more square-ish 7.3-inch tablet-like display is a sight to behold.

This is triggered by a three-finger swiping gesture across the screen, and initiates the scrolling mechanism and a little jingle to cover up the sound of the motors. That jingle can be changed, but if you prefer to hear the sound of machinery, the option to switch it off is available.

Interestingly, the extra screen doesn't live inside the phone and unscroll when needed. It actually wraps around the outside of the phone — offering a secondary display that offers some additional features like widgets or a camera viewfinder.

That last one is particularly important because there doesn't seem to be a hole-punch camera in the main display. If you want to take selfies, you're going to have to use the pair of rear-mounted camera lenses instead. Though, considering the hardware difference between rear and front cameras, that isn't the end of the world.

The screen itself isn't entirely crease-free, since there are areas where the display comes under pressure, and Brownlee notes that there is some noticeable signs along the edges. However, he makes it clear that there is a lot less warping than you'd find with a traditional foldable phone.

However, the rollable mechanism does come with some design drawbacks. There are the obvious curved edges on either side of the display, which were all the rage back in 2021. While I happen to despise this particular design choice on regular phones, it's likely out of necessity here. The wrap-around display wouldn't happen without a curve, and the extra curve was likely included for symmetry.

Brownlee notes that the motors that control the rolling mechanism are rather strong, and showed the phone pushing a 16-inch MacBook Pro (4.7 lbs) across a table. He also found that squeezing the phone too hard when it's unrolled will trigger the motors and retract the screen, with an accompanying error message warning you not to do this.

The actual design of the mechanisms is pretty insane, with JerryrigEverything tearing down the rollable to find two separate motors and rails, accompanied by spring-loaded arms. Clearly, LG had no intention of letting this break accidentally.

The phone is also fairly thick, to accommodate all the extra mechanical parts, and that means there's zero chance this phone is water or dust-resistant. Though since it's an unreleased prototype, there's no telling what extra protection would have been included on a hypothetical final model.

The design doesn't lend itself to physical buttons either. Volume buttons are replaced with touch-sensitive areas on the left side of the phone, while the power button has been mounted on the back beneath the cameras. Like many phones, this power button doubles as a fingerprint sensor, and Brownlee comments that it's surprisingly reachable. That's no huge surprise to me, since the old physical fingerprint scanners were considerably easier to reach than their modern, in-display counterparts.

While we don't know what LG was planning on calling this phone, or even how much it would cost (my guess is a lot), this prototype does feature a 4,500 mAh battery and 12GB of RAM. So LG wasn't planning on letting the screen make up for hampered performance.

Overall, I feel that there was potential in a phone like this, and it's just a shame LG shut down its mobile division before we could actually get our hands on one. But, considering all the rumors surrounding rollable phones and the concepts we've seen at shows like CES, I imagine it's only a matter of time before we actually get the chance to buy one of these ourselves.

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It's a tale as old as the TV industry: New models come out, older models drop in price. That's what's happening right now, as LG — makers of some of the best OLED TVs you can buy — is rolling out its 2026 TV lineup.

Recently, the all-new, mid-range LG C6 OLED made its debut. This year, the C6 sits below LG's flagship OLED, the G6. However, the brand's last flagship OLED, the LG G5, is seeing some steep discounts as new models appear on shelves.

As a result, anyone in the market for an LG OLED in 2026 will have to choose between a new, updated model (like the C6), or an older, on-sale model (like the G5). This raises a crucial question: Is the newer, mid-range OLED worth buying over the year-old flagship?

LG C6 vs LG G5: specs compared

First, let's talk about size availability. In a sense, the C6 is available in 77- and 83-inch versions, but these sizes are technically classified as an altogether different model: the LG C6H. We haven't tested the C6H yet, but LG promises better performance on these sets than what you'll see on the smaller-sized C6 screens.

If you want a 77- or 83-inch C6, you'll technically have to buy the C6H. The smallest-sized G5 is 55 inches, so if you want something smaller, the G5 won't get you there.

Everything else is more or less a wash. Dolby Vision support is available on both of these TVs, though not HDR10+. Neither offers ATSC 3.0 support — which allows over-the-air broadcasts to be piped-in at native 4K resolution — and the absence is a bit of a bummer.

With a PC linked up to either OLED, 4K games can be pushed up to 165Hz. They're each running LG's proprietary smart platform, webOS, but the C6 is rocking a newer version of it (at least until the G5 receives a major software update).

LG C6 vs LG G5: design

Let's discuss one of the biggest differences between the C6 and the G5: stand availability. In previous years, LG included a stand with 55- and 65-inch versions of its G Series OLED. The G5, however, doesn't come with a stand at any size point.

LG assumes that most people shopping the G Series plan on taking advantage of the TV's gap-free, wall-mounted design. If you're not one of these people, you'll have to buy its stand separately.

You can check out the G5's separately sold stand in the photo above. It's a heavy, pedestal-style stand that screws into the back of the G5's panel snugly.

When the G5 is mounted on a wall, few TVs look better. When it's sitting on its stand, the G5 is still elegant looking, but much of the TV's intended appeal is dampened. (The LG G Series was originally designed to resemble a framed portrait, after all.)

The C6 (seen above) follows the design approach of its predecessor, but as the saying goes, if it ain't broke, don't fix it. Its downward-slanting slab of a stand keeps the C6's screen relatively close to whatever surface is underneath it. And, while most people will rarely see it, I appreciate the marble-like finish on the back of the panel.

If you're hoping to wall-mount the C6, take note: The TV's internals are housed in a boxy chassis that sticks out of the C6's midsection. This means that its smartphone-thin screen won't be flush against the wall.

The fact that you have to shell out for the G5's separately sold stand is unquestionably a pain point. That said, it plays the role of a wall-mounted TV better than the C6, so I'm comfortable calling this category a draw.

Winner: Draw

LG C6 vs LG G5: performance

Before we dive into which of these TVs is the better performer, let's compare their test results. (Both TVs were in their respective Filmmaker picture mode when these tests were taken.)

Both of these sets are capable of delivering the key features that OLED TVs are known for: perfect black levels with pixel-level contrast control.

As a result of these advantages, pretty much everything looks superb on the C6 and G5, especially cinematic, HDR content. Pound for pound, the G5 is the better-looking TV, though, and it all comes down to brightness.

Thanks to its 4th-generation OLED panel from LG Display, the G5 is one of the brightest OLEDs we've ever tested. Its full-screen brightness is only marginally higher than that of the C6, but it soars above the C6 when it comes to highlight brightness.

Small, intense pools of light are much, much brighter on the G5, and that added shimmer imbues the G5's picture with an even greater sense of depth.

Make no mistake: The C6 isn't a slouch. It's one of the best-looking TVs of the year, despite its mid-range status. With highlight brightness well above 1,000 nits, HDR content pops in a mightily impressive way thanks to the C6's perfect black levels.

Colors are well-saturated and accurately dialed-in on both of these TVs' most-accurate picture mode. That said, the G5's higher-end OLED panel delivers better HDR color than the C6 (though you'd be hard-pressed to notice unless the sets were sitting side by side).

Both of these TVs offer an eye-poppingly good picture, but the G5's added brightness is the difference-maker. If you're after the best possible performance, the answer is obvious.

Winner: LG G5

LG C6 vs LG G5: smart platform and features

The C6 arrives with the newest version of LG's webOS right out of the box. It's a similar experience to last-year's version of webOS, but LG has also folded in some new, AI-based features that my colleague Dylan Haas referred to as "meaningless" if you don't already incorporate AI into your daily life.

As far as built-in smart platform software goes, webOS isn't one of my top picks. I find its layout to be visually confusing and navigation to be somewhat sluggish. However, it's easy enough to pick up and use that most folks will see no problem using it as their daily driver.

As far as gaming features go, the C6 and G5 are almost identical. Each offers HDMI 2.1-compatibility across all four inputs, which means you don't have to spend time thinking about which port any given device should use.

The C6 and G6 can make the most out of 4K titles on current-generation consoles, as they each support 4K gaming at 120Hz. Both OLEDs also arrive with Variable Refresh Rate (VRR), Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM) and AMD FreeSync Premium for smooth, tear-free gameplay. With VRR enabled and a gaming PC hooked up, both sets can push 4K games up to 165Hz.

For the vast majority of people, these sets are basically the same when it comes to features. This is especially true of their gaming-related enhancements.

Winner: Draw

LG C6 vs LG G5: outlook

The way I see it, there are two reasons why someone might prefer the C6 over the G5 right now. The first reason is that they appreciate the C6's design with its included stand. The second reason is that they'd rather spend on a newer model.

In every other way, the G5 is the better pick. It leverages a higher-end panel for some of the brightest images I've ever seen on an OLED TV. It comes with just about every feature under the sun, and nearly every feature you'll get on the newer C6.

Best of all, the G5 is cheaper than the C6 right now, simply because it's been available to buy for a year. Today, you can spring for a 65-inch C6 for $2,699 directly from LG, or you could buy a 65-inch G5 for $2,499 at Best Buy.

At the 55-inch size point, the LG C6 is hitting shelves at $1,999. Alternatively, the 55-inch LG G5 is $1,896 at Amazon.

Trust me: I understand the appeal of getting the newest version of something, especially when it's a big-time purchase like a TV. If you truly have your heart set on a 2026 model but the C6's current price is too high for your taste, I suggest waiting a few months. The C6 will go on sale eventually.

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