Sony BRAVIA 5 K65XR50 65"
LG C2 Series OLED42C2PUA 42"
What Buyers Say
Sony BRAVIA 5 K65XR50 65"
The Sony Bravia 5 Mini LED receives strong praise for its exceptional picture quality, vivid colors, and deep blacks, making it ideal for dark rooms and sports. However, multiple users report frustrating issues with the remote control not working out of the box, app crashes, and limited external hard drive support, with customer service also drawing criticism.
Pros
- Exceptional picture quality
- Vivid and lifelike colors
- Deep blacks
- Great for dark rooms
- Excellent for sports
Cons
- Remote control issues (non-functional or too small)
- App crashes (Netflix, YouTube)
- No external hard drive support
- Difficult setup process
- Poor customer service
LG C2 Series OLED42C2PUA 42"
The LG C2 42" OLED TV receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its stunning picture quality, deep blacks, and vibrant colors, making it a top choice for both entertainment and PC monitor use. Users praise its performance with next-gen consoles like PS5 and Xbox Series X, as well as its sleek design and smart features. However, some reviewers note issues with LG's customer service, auto-dimming that cannot be disabled without a service remote, and occasional delivery or inventory problems from retailers. Overall, it is highly recommended for those seeking an immersive viewing experience, despite a few minor drawbacks.
Pros
- Stunning picture quality
- Deep blacks and vibrant colors
- Excellent for gaming with PS5/Xbox Series X
- Great as a PC monitor
- Sleek design and thin bezels
Cons
- Poor LG customer service
- Auto-dimming cannot be disabled without service remote
- No DisplayPort for PC use
- Screen does not wake with PC
- Occasional delivery delays from retailers
Scores
Specifications
| Sony BRAVIA 5 K65XR50 65" | LG C2 Series OLED42C2PUA 42" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 65" | 42" |
| Resolution | 4K | 4K |
| Panel Type | Mini-LED | OLED★ |
| Backlight | Mini-LED | OLED★ |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✗ | ✗ |
| Picture Quality | ||
| Brightness | 1000 nits★ | — |
| Contrast Ratio | 4,500:1 | Infinite |
| Color Gamut | — | 100% Color Volume |
| Motion Tech | XR Motion Clarity | G-SYNC compatible, FreeSync Premium, VRR |
| Processor | Cognitive Processor XR | A9 Gen 5 AI Processor 4K |
| HDR | ||
| HDR Formats | Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG | Dolby Vision |
| Dolby Vision | ✓ | ✓ |
| HDR10+ | ✗ | ✗ |
| HLG | ✓ | ✓ |
| Gaming | ||
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Response Time | — | 1 ms★ |
| VRR | VRR | G-SYNC, FreeSync Premium, VRR |
| ALLM | ✓ | ✓ |
| Game Mode | ✓ | ✓ |
| Smart TV | ||
| Platform | Google TV | webOS |
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant | Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa |
| Screen Mirroring | Apple AirPlay 2 | Apple AirPlay 2, Miracast, SmartShare |
| Works With | — | Alexa |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Config | 4.0 | 2.0 |
| Wattage | 40W★ | 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 6★ | Wi-Fi |
| Bluetooth | 5.3★ | 5.0 |
| Ethernet | ✓ | ✓ |
| Optical Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| VESA Mount | 300x300 | 300x200 |
| Power & Size | ||
| Power | 185W | 70W★ |
| Energy Star | ✗ | ✗ |
| Annual Energy | 407 kWh | 131 kWh★ |
| Weight | 24.90 kg | 8.98 kg★ |
Pros & Cons
Sony BRAVIA 5 K65XR50 65"
- Strong hdr (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong social proof (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong connectivity (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong audio (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
LG C2 Series OLED42C2PUA 42"
- Strong smart (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong gaming (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong connectivity (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong social proof (87th percentile)87th %ile
Verdict
Scores 93 overall, wins 8 of 9 usage categories and 5 of 41 specs.