LG OLED evo C5-Series OLED77C5KIT1 77"

The LG OLED evo C5 is a 77-inch 4K OLED TV that's built for gamers first. With a 144Hz refresh rate, 0.1ms response time, and full G-SYNC and FreeSync Premium support, it's the best gaming TV in our database right now. Movie watchers will love the perfect blacks and Dolby Vision, but it doesn't get as bright as some competitors.

Gaming is where this TV absolutely shines. In our database, it ranks in the 100th percentile for gaming, which means it's the best of the best right now. The 144Hz refresh rate is higher than most TVs in this class, and the 0.1ms response time means motion is incredibly smooth with no blur. If you're playing fast-paced shooters or racing games, you'll notice the difference immediately. The Game Optimizer and Game Dashboard give you quick access to settings like VRR and ALLM without digging through menus.

For HDR content, the C5 ranks in the 81st percentile, which is well above average. Dolby Vision support means you get dynamic metadata that adjusts brightness and color scene by scene, and the OLED panel's self-lit pixels deliver deep blacks that LCD TVs simply can't match. The picture quality score sits at the 36th percentile, which is a bit surprising for an OLED, but that's likely because the C5 doesn't get as bright as some of the newer QD-OLED or Mini-LED panels. In a bright room, you might notice some reflections or a lack of punch compared to a high-end Samsung or Sony. But in a dark room, this thing is stunning.

The Sony BRAVIA XR XR77A95L is the most direct competitor here. It uses a QD-OLED panel that gets brighter and has better color volume, and Sony's processing is generally considered the best in the business. But it costs significantly more, and it doesn't have the same 144Hz gaming chops. If you're a movie purist with deep pockets, the Sony is the better pick. If you're a gamer who also watches movies, the LG C5 is the smarter buy.

The Samsung Neo QLED QN990F takes a different approach with Mini-LED backlighting. It gets much brighter than the C5, which makes it better for bright rooms and HDR highlights. But it can't match the OLED's perfect blacks and per-pixel control. The Hisense U8 Series 100U8QG is a massive 100-inch TV that offers a lot of screen for the money, but it's a different class of product. The TCL QM8K Series 75QM8K is a strong budget alternative if you don't need the absolute best gaming performance. And the Roku Pro Series 55R8C5 is much smaller and cheaper, aimed at a completely different buyer.

At $2,200 USD, the LG OLED evo C5 is priced competitively for a 77-inch OLED, but it's not a slam dunk. The Sony BRAVIA XR XR77A95L costs more but offers better picture processing and brightness. The Samsung Neo QLED QN990F is also pricier but gets much brighter. If you're willing to go smaller, the TCL QM8K Series 75QM8K delivers strong Mini-LED performance for less money. The C5's value really depends on how much you care about that 144Hz gaming performance. If gaming is your priority, this is one of the best values in the premium TV space. If you mostly watch movies in a bright room, you might get more for your money elsewhere.

The LG OLED evo C5 is a 77-inch 4K OLED TV that sits in the premium tier of the market, and it's aimed squarely at people who want a big screen that can handle both movies and serious gaming. At around $2,200 USD, it's not cheap, but it's also not the most expensive 77-inch OLED you can buy. The headline specs are the α9 AI Processor Gen8, a 144Hz panel, and support for every major HDR format that matters, including Dolby Vision and HDR10.

If you're searching for a TV that does gaming well, this is one of the best options right now. The 144Hz refresh rate and 0.1ms response time put it at the top of our gaming charts, and it supports NVIDIA G-SYNC, AMD FreeSync Premium, and VRR. That means no screen tearing and no stutter when you're pushing high frame rates from a PC or console. The four HDMI 2.1 ports are a nice touch too, since many TVs only give you two.

For movie watching, the OLED panel delivers perfect blacks and infinite contrast, which is what OLED is known for. The α9 AI Processor Gen8 does real-time upscaling, so even older 1080p content looks sharper on the 4K screen. Dolby Atmos support adds immersive audio, though you'll want a soundbar or dedicated speakers to really get the most out of it.

Skip the LG OLED evo C5 if you mostly watch TV in a bright room and want maximum HDR brightness. The Samsung Neo QLED QN990F or Sony BRAVIA XR XR77A95L will serve you better there, though they cost more. If you're on a tighter budget and don't need 144Hz gaming, the TCL QM8K Series 75QM8K offers strong performance for less money. And if you're not a gamer at all, you're paying a premium for gaming features you'll never use. The C5 is also not portable in any sense, so if you need a TV you can move around easily, look elsewhere.

Should you buy the LG OLED evo C5? If you're a serious gamer who wants a big 77-inch screen with 144Hz, G-SYNC, FreeSync Premium, and four HDMI 2.1 ports, then yes, absolutely. This is one of the best gaming TVs we've seen, and the OLED panel means your games will look incredible with perfect blacks and vibrant colors. The α9 AI Processor Gen8 also does a great job upscaling older content, so even non-4K sources look good.

But if you mostly watch movies in a bright living room, or if you want the absolute best picture quality for HDR content, you might want to look at the Sony A95L or a high-end Samsung QLED. The C5's picture quality score isn't bad, but it's not class-leading either. And with only 4 customer reviews, there's not a lot of long-term feedback to go on. Still, for the price, this is a compelling package that nails the gaming experience better than almost anything else on the market.