LG G4 Series OLED83G4WUA 82.5"

The LG G4 is the OLED king, with brightness that finally shuts up the 'OLED is too dim' crowd. Buy it from somewhere with a solid return policy, because the panel is amazing but the delivery experience can be a coin flip.

The α11 AI Processor is doing some serious heavy lifting here. Gaming performance is top of the charts, with 120Hz, G-SYNC, FreeSync Premium, and a 0.1ms response time that makes this thing a beast for console and PC gaming. The 8.3 million self-lit pixels deliver perfect blacks and colors that pop, and the MLA technology in this 83-inch model pushes brightness to levels that finally make OLED viable in bright rooms. What surprised us? The built-in 4.2 channel speakers are actually decent for a TV this thin, though you'll still want a soundbar for real immersion.

The Sony BRAVIA XR XR77A95L is the closest rival, and it's a real toss-up for movie purists who want Sony's processing. But the LG wins on gaming features and brightness. The Samsung Neo QLED QN75QN990FFXZA gets brighter still, but it can't touch the G4's perfect blacks and viewing angles. If you want to save real money, the TCL QM8K gets you maybe 80% of the way there for a fraction of the price, but it's not in the same league for HDR precision.

At USD 3,250 to USD 4,000 depending on the vendor, this is a serious investment. The Amazon renewed listings are the cheapest way in, but you're rolling the dice on open-box condition and missing accessories. Best Buy has the price match guarantee but their delivery reputation with this specific TV is rough. If you're spending this much, buy new from whoever has the best return policy, not just the lowest price.

The LG G4 is the TV you buy when you want the best OLED picture on the market and you're willing to pay for it. This 83-inch monster is the flagship of LG's 2024 lineup, and it shows. The one thing to know? The picture is absolutely stunning, with the Brightness Booster Max tech making this the brightest OLED we've seen from LG yet. But the buying experience can be a real headache depending on where you get it.

If you're looking for a budget-friendly big screen, this isn't it. Go get the TCL QM8K or Hisense U8 instead and save yourself a couple grand. Also skip this if you need a TV that sits on a stand out of the box, or if you're sensitive to motion blur with 24fps movies.

The LG G4 83-inch is the best OLED TV you can buy right now if picture quality and gaming are your priorities. The panel is gorgeous, the brightness finally solves OLED's bright-room weakness, and the gaming features are unmatched. Just be smart about where you buy it, and budget for a soundbar.