Sony BRAVIA 2 II K50S20M2 50"
LG G5 Series OLED83G5WUA 83"
What Buyers Say
Sony BRAVIA 2 II K50S20M2 50"
The Sony Bravia 2 II receives mixed feedback. Many users praise its picture quality, color accuracy, and value for the price, especially for casual viewing and streaming. However, significant complaints include weak or poor sound quality, remote control issues (no number buttons, no backlight), and some reports of defects or missing stand parts. A few users experienced serious problems like sound cutting out or the TV failing within weeks, while others found it a great budget-friendly Sony option.
Pros
- Great picture quality
- Vibrant colors
- Good value for price
- Easy setup
- Reliable performance
Cons
- Weak sound quality
- Remote lacks number buttons
- No backlit remote
- Missing stand parts
- Occasional software glitches
LG G5 Series OLED83G5WUA 83"
The LG G5 83" OLED TV receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its stunning picture quality, deep blacks, vibrant colors, and excellent brightness even in bright rooms. Users praise its immersive size, sleek design, and effective glare control, with many calling it a significant upgrade over previous OLED models. However, a few reviewers note that the software can be buggy, with issues like a persistent "No Signal" message, and the TV's weight makes wall mounting difficult. The built-in sound is considered average, but overall, the TV is highly recommended for its visual performance.
Pros
- Stunning picture quality
- Deep blacks and vibrant colors
- Excellent brightness in bright rooms
- Immersive 83-inch size
- Sleek and elegant design
Cons
- Buggy software with "No Signal" issue
- Very heavy, difficult to wall mount
- Average built-in sound quality
- No stand included in the box
- Overwhelming software for non-tech users
Scores
Specifications
| Sony BRAVIA 2 II K50S20M2 50" | LG G5 Series OLED83G5WUA 83" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 50" | 83" |
| Resolution | 4K | 4K |
| Panel Type | LED | OLED★ |
| Backlight | Direct LED | OLED★ |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✗ | ✗ |
| Screen Finish | — | matte |
| Picture Quality | ||
| Contrast Ratio | — | Infinite |
| Color Gamut | — | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Motion Tech | Motionflow XR 240 | OLED Motion |
| Processor | 4K Processor X1 | Alpha 11 AI Processor Gen2 |
| HDR | ||
| HDR Formats | HDR10, HLG | Dolby Vision, HDR 10, Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG) |
| Dolby Vision | ✗ | ✓★ |
| HDR10+ | ✗ | ✗ |
| HLG | ✓ | ✓ |
| Gaming | ||
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz★ |
| Response Time | — | 0.10000000149011612 ms★ |
| VRR | HDMI 2.1 support | G-SYNC Compatible (NVIDIA Adaptive Sync), FreeSync (AMD Adaptive |
| ALLM | ✓ | ✓ |
| Game Mode | ✓ | ✓ |
| Smart TV | ||
| Platform | Google TV | webOS |
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant | Amazon Alexa |
| Screen Mirroring | Apple AirPlay 2 | Apple AirPlay 2 |
| Works With | — | Amazon Alexa, Google Home, Apple Home |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Config | 2.0 | 4.2 |
| Wattage | 20W★ | — |
| Dolby Atmos | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Surround Sound | DTS-X | Dolby Atmos |
| eARC | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 4 | 4 |
| HDMI Version | 2.1 | 2.1 |
| USB Ports | 2 | 3★ |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Ethernet | ✓ | ✓ |
| Optical Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| VESA Mount | 200x200 | 400x400 |
| Power & Size | ||
| Power | 114W★ | 229W |
| Energy Star | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Annual Energy | 209 kWh★ | 421 kWh |
| Weight | 9.80 kg★ | 39.01 kg |
Pros & Cons
Sony BRAVIA 2 II K50S20M2 50"
- Strong connectivity (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong smart (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Strong social proof (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Below average user sentiment (11th percentile)11th %ile
LG G5 Series OLED83G5WUA 83"
- Strong gaming (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong display (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong social proof (94th percentile)94th %ile
Verdict
Scores 89 overall, wins 8 of 9 usage categories and 8 of 41 specs.