LG OLED evo G5 Series OLED97G5WUA 97"
LG
87 Overall Score
vs
Sony BRAVIA 5 K98XR50 98"
Sony
93 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
LG OLED evo G5 Series OLED97G5WUA 97"
88 out of 100 low confidence 5 reviews
The LG G5 OLED is widely praised for its stunning picture quality, bright screen, and excellent contrast, with many users noting a significant reduction in reflections compared to previous models. However, a major recurring complaint is that the TV does not include a stand, forcing buyers to purchase one separately at additional cost. Verified reviewers highlight the thin design, easy wall mounting, and seamless integration with external devices like Apple TV and soundbars. Overall, the G5 is considered a top-tier upgrade, especially for those upgrading from older OLEDs like the C1.
Pros
- Stunning picture quality and brightness
- Excellent contrast and perfect blacks
- Significantly reduced reflections
- Thin and sleek design
- Easy wall mounting with included bracket
Cons
- No stand included in the box
- Stand must be purchased separately at extra cost
- Stand availability is limited
- Some blooming in rare edge cases
- Requires careful settings adjustment for optimal picture
Picture quality 5
Reflection reduction 3
Stand inclusion 3
Design and build 4
Ease of setup 3
Gaming performance 2
Sony BRAVIA 5 K98XR50 98"
No customer feedback yet
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Specifications
| LG OLED evo G5 Series OLED97G5WUA 97" | Sony BRAVIA 5 K98XR50 98" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 97" | 98" |
| Resolution | 4K | 4K |
| Panel Type | OLED★ | Mini-LED |
| Backlight | OLED★ | Mini-LED |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✗ | ✗ |
| Picture Quality | ||
| Brightness | 2000 nits★ | — |
| Contrast Ratio | infinite | — |
| Color Gamut | 100% Color Volume | XR Triluminos Pro |
| Color Depth | 10-bit★ | — |
| Motion Tech | — | XR Motion Clarity |
| Processor | α9 AI Processor Gen6 | Cognitive Processor XR |
| HDR | ||
| HDR Formats | HDR10, Dolby Vision | Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG |
| Dolby Vision | ✓ | ✓ |
| HDR10+ | ✗ | ✗ |
| HLG | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Gaming | ||
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| VRR | FreeSync Premium Pro | VRR |
| ALLM | ✓ | ✓ |
| Game Mode | ✓ | ✓ |
| Smart TV | ||
| Platform | webOS | Google TV |
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant | Google Assistant |
| Screen Mirroring | AirPlay 2, Miracast | Apple AirPlay 2 |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Config | 9.1.5 | 4.0 |
| Wattage | 60W★ | 40W |
| Dolby Atmos | ✓ | ✓ |
| Surround Sound | DTS:X | DTS:X |
| eARC | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 4 | 4 |
| HDMI Version | 2.1 | 2.1 |
| USB Ports | 2 | 2 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.3★ |
| Ethernet | ✓ | ✓ |
| Optical Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| VESA Mount | — | 600x400 |
| Power & Size | ||
| Power | 440W★ | 600W |
| Energy Star | — | ✗ |
| Annual Energy | — | 790 kWh★ |
| Weight | 58.00 kg★ | 68.99 kg |
Pros & Cons
LG OLED evo G5 Series OLED97G5WUA 97"
- Strong audio (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong display (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong picture quality (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong hdr (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
Sony BRAVIA 5 K98XR50 98"
- Strong display (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong social proof (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong connectivity (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong audio (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
Verdict
Winner: Sony BRAVIA 5 K98XR50 98"
Scores 93 overall, wins 5 of 9 usage categories and 3 of 40 specs.