LG C2 Series OLED83C2PUA 83"
The α9 Gen5 AI Processor 4K drives brighter, more accurate images through LG's OLED evo technology, delivering infinite contrast and 100% color volume on this massive 83-inch panel. Its comprehensive gaming support includes four HDMI 2.1 ports with NVIDIA G-SYNC and AMD FreeSync Premium for a fluid 120Hz experience. This display is best for home theater enthusiasts who want a cinema-scale screen with perfect blacks and uncompromised gaming performance in a single package.
Snapshot
The 30-Second Version
The LG C2 83-inch OLED delivers stunning picture quality with perfect blacks and excellent gaming features at a killer price. It's not the brightest panel on the market, so bright-room viewers beware, and the built-in sound is just okay. For a dedicated home theater, this is one of the best values you can find right now.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Perfect blacks and infinite contrast make every scene look rich and dimensional. 95th
- Four HDMI 2.1 ports is a gamer's dream, no need for an external switcher. 91st
- webOS is fast, clean, and doesn't get in your way. 85th
- At this price, it's a ridiculous amount of premium OLED screen for your dollar. 85th
Cons
- Built-in speakers are merely acceptable, you'll want a soundbar.
- Brightness can struggle in a sun-drenched room.
- You'll need a friend to help with setup, this panel is not a solo lift.
- Picture-in-picture options are surprisingly limited for a TV this smart.
What owners think
The Word on the Street
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The proof
Performance
This thing is a treat for both movie nerds and gamers. The α9 Gen5 processor does a great job upscaling older content, and you get four full-bandwidth HDMI 2.1 ports, which means you can plug in a PS5, Xbox, and a PC without swapping cables. Gaming performance sits in a strong 78th percentile with G-Sync and FreeSync support keeping things buttery smooth at 120Hz. The built-in 2.2 channel audio is just okay, it gets loud enough for casual viewing but lacks the punch to match the screen's visual impact. Picture quality scores land at a surprising 37th percentile in our database, which is more a reflection of how competitive the high-end TV market has gotten rather than a knock on this panel's real-world beauty.
Specifications
Full Specifications
Display
| Size | 83" |
| Resolution | 4K |
| Panel Type | OLED |
| Backlight | OLED |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Curved | No |
Picture Quality
| Contrast Ratio | Infinite |
| Color Gamut | 100% Color Volume |
| Motion Tech | None |
| Processor | α9 Gen5 AI Processor 4K |
HDR
| HDR Formats | Dolby Vision, HDR 10, Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG) |
| Dolby Vision | Yes |
| HDR10+ | No |
| HLG | Yes |
Gaming
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz |
| VRR | NVIDIA G-SYNC, AMD FreeSync Premium, VRR |
| ALLM | No |
| Game Mode | Yes |
Smart TV
| Platform | webOS |
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa |
| Screen Mirroring | Apple AirPlay 2, Miracast, SmartShare |
Audio
| Speaker Config | 2.2 |
| Wattage | 40 |
| Dolby Atmos | Yes |
| Surround Sound | Dolby Atmos |
| eARC | No |
Connectivity
| HDMI Ports | 4 |
| HDMI Version | 2.1 |
| USB Ports | 3 |
| Wi-Fi | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5 |
| Ethernet | Yes |
| Optical Audio | No |
| VESA Mount | 400x400 |
Power & Size
| Energy Star | No |
| Weight | 32.2 kg / 71.1 lbs |
vs Competition
Stacked against the Sony BRAVIA XR A95L, the LG trades blows differently. The Sony uses QD-OLED tech that gets brighter and more colorful, but it costs a fortune more. Samsung's Neo QLED QN990FFXZA will get way brighter in a bright room, but you lose those perfect OLED blacks. The TCL QM7K and Hisense U8 are massive value plays with mini-LED brightness that outguns the C2, but they can't touch the LG's viewing angles or pixel-level contrast. If you're in a dark room, the C2 is still the king of immersion at this price.
| Spec | LG C2 Series OLED83C2PUA 83" | Sony BRAVIA XR XR77A95L | Samsung Neo QLED QN75QN990FFXZA | TCL QM7K Series 98QM7K | Hisense U8 Series 100U8QG | Roku Pro Series 55R8C5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen Size | 83 | 77 | 75 | 98 | 99.5 | 55 |
| Resolution | 4K | 3840x2160 | 7680x4320 | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
| Panel Type | OLED | QD-OLED | QD-Mini-LED | QLED | Mini-LED | QLED |
| Refresh Rate | 120 | 120 | 120 | 144 | 165 | 120 |
| Hdr | Dolby Vision, HDR 10, Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG) | HDR 10, Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG), Dolby Vision | HDR10, HDR10+, HLG | Dolby Vision, HDR 10+, HDR 10, Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG) | Dolby Vision, HDR 10+, HDR 10, Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG) | Dolby Vision, HDR 10+, Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG) |
| Smart Platform | webOS | Google TV | Tizen | Google TV | Google TV | Roku TV |
| Dolby Vision | true | true | false | true | true | true |
| Dolby Atmos | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Hdmi Version | 2.1 | 2.1 | 2.1 | 2.1 | 2.1 | 2.1 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | HDR | Audio | Smart | Gaming | Display | User Sentiment | Connectivity | Social Proof | Picture Quality |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LG C2 Series OLED83C2PUA 83" | 77.5 | 85 | 76.5 | 77.9 | 59.2 | 91 | 84.9 | 94.6 | 36.8 |
| Sony BRAVIA XR XR77A95L Compare | 91.9 | 95.5 | 90.9 | 87.4 | 98.6 | 0 | 84.9 | 88.5 | 96.4 |
| Samsung Neo QLED QN75QN990FFXZA Compare | 85.6 | 99.5 | 86.3 | 89 | 99.6 | 65.8 | 99.9 | 99.9 | 84.9 |
| TCL QM7K Series 98QM7K Compare | 91.9 | 83.4 | 97.8 | 93.4 | 91.8 | 91 | 89.6 | 88.5 | 97.8 |
| Hisense U8 Series 100U8QG Compare | 91.9 | 98.3 | 96.2 | 95.1 | 94.7 | 97.8 | 86.9 | 77.2 | 99 |
| Roku Pro Series 55R8C5 Compare | 77.5 | 86.4 | 86.3 | 89 | 77.8 | 91 | 93.1 | 88.5 | 36.8 |
Price
Value & Pricing
For $2,860, you're getting a flagship-sized OLED that was the talk of the town not long ago. The user sentiment score is a sky-high 91st percentile, and owners consistently rave about the value compared to newer, pricier models. Unless you absolutely need the latest processor, the C2 is the smart buy that gets you 95% of the experience for a lot less cash.
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Overview
The LG C2 is a massive 83-inch OLED that still holds its own, even a couple years after launch. It's the kind of TV that makes you want to rewatch your entire movie collection just to see what you've been missing. The picture is stunning, with those perfect OLED blacks and colors that pop without looking fake, and the smart TV interface is genuinely snappy and easy to use.
Common Questions
Q: Is the LG C2 bright enough for a room with lots of windows?
It's adequate for most rooms, but if your space gets direct sunlight on the screen, you might find it a bit dim. This OLED really shines in darker, light-controlled environments.
Q: Does this TV have enough HDMI 2.1 ports for my PS5 and Xbox?
Absolutely. All four HDMI ports are full 2.1 bandwidth, so you can connect multiple consoles and a gaming PC without needing to swap cables or buy a switcher.
Q: Is the C2 still worth buying now that the C3 and C4 are out?
For most people, yes. The picture quality improvements in newer models are incremental, and the C2's deep discount makes it a much better value unless you need the absolute latest processing features.
Who Should Skip This
Skip this if your TV room is flooded with natural light and you can't control it. The C2's brightness is good for an OLED, but a high-end mini-LED like the Hisense U8 or Samsung Neo QLED will fight glare much better. Also, if you're a solo apartment dweller, seriously consider the logistics of moving and mounting a 70-pound, 83-inch panel.
Verdict
If you have the space and a light-controlled room, the LG C2 83-inch is a no-brainer. It's a cinematic powerhouse that punches well above its current price tag. Just budget for a decent soundbar and maybe some blackout curtains, and you'll be in home theater heaven.
