LG C6 Series OLEDC6PBP 65"

The LG C6 Series OLED nails gaming with a 120Hz refresh rate and a 65th percentile gaming score. But the picture quality is only 36th percentile, and the affordability is dead last at the 0th percentile. You're paying a premium for OLED contrast and smooth gaming, but the audio, connectivity, and smart features all fall short.

The gaming performance is the highlight here. A 120Hz refresh rate and Game Mode push the gaming score to 44.6 out of 100, which lands in the 65th percentile. That's above average, and the low input lag mentioned in the specs should keep fast action feeling responsive. The motion handling is also called out as reducing blur for sports and movies, which helps. But the picture quality score is only 36th percentile, which is disappointing for an OLED. You'd expect the self-lit pixels and infinite contrast to carry this thing, but the overall picture quality just doesn't stack up against the competition.

The HDR score is 53rd percentile, so Dolby Vision support helps, but it's not a standout. The display score is 52nd percentile, which is about average. The AI processor is supposed to optimize picture and sound automatically, but the audio score is only 13th percentile, so don't expect much from the built-in speakers. The connectivity score is 18th percentile, which is a weak spot despite having WiFi and Bluetooth. The smart platform score is 27th percentile, so webOS isn't doing this TV any favors in our rankings.

Against the competition, the C6 struggles. The Samsung QN990F and Sony BRAVIA 9 K85XR90 are both top-tier OLEDs that likely beat this TV in picture quality, HDR, and smart features. The TCL QM8K Series and Hisense U8 Series are known for delivering strong performance at more reasonable prices, which makes the C6's 0th percentile affordability score even harder to swallow. The Roku Pro Series probably has a much better smart platform score than the C6's 27th percentile. The one area where the C6 holds its own is gaming, with that 65th percentile score and 120Hz refresh rate. But even there, the competition is fierce. If you're cross-shopping, the C6 only makes sense if you find it at a significant discount or if the OLED contrast is your absolute top priority.

The value proposition here is rough. The affordability score is at the 0th percentile, which means this is one of the most expensive OLEDs in our database relative to what it delivers. You're paying a premium for the OLED panel and the 120Hz gaming performance, but the picture quality, audio, and connectivity scores don't justify the price tag. The bundle does include an HDMI cable, a streaming package, and a 24-month CPS protection plan, which adds some value. But when you look at the overall performance numbers, you're not getting a great price-to-performance ratio. This is a TV you buy because you specifically want the OLED contrast and the gaming refresh rate, not because it's a smart financial decision.

The LG C6 Series OLED is a bit of a mixed bag in our database. The gaming score lands at 44.6 out of 100, which puts it at the 65th percentile for OLED TVs, so it's above average there. But the picture quality score sits at just the 36th percentile, which is a weird spot for an OLED. You'd expect infinite contrast and self-lit pixels to dominate, but the numbers tell a different story. The HDR score is 53rd percentile, display is 52nd, and streaming is a rough 28.3 out of 100. This TV has some serious strengths, but it also has some glaring weak spots that keep it from being a slam dunk.

The customer rating is 4.4 out of 5, which is solid, but the social proof percentile is only 29th. That means not many people are talking about this one compared to other OLEDs. The affordability score is dead last at the 0th percentile, so this thing is expensive for what you get. If you're looking at the C6, you need to know exactly what you're paying for and what you're giving up.

Skip this TV if you care about value. The affordability score is at the 0th percentile, which means you're paying top dollar for a TV that delivers only average picture quality at the 36th percentile. The audio is a real letdown at the 13th percentile, so you'll need to budget for a soundbar. The connectivity score of 18th percentile is also disappointing, and the smart platform at 27th percentile feels dated. If you're not a gamer who specifically needs the 120Hz refresh rate and OLED contrast, there are better options that deliver stronger overall performance for less money.

The LG C6 Series OLED is a tough recommendation. The 120Hz gaming performance is solid at the 65th percentile, and the infinite contrast from the OLED panel is genuinely nice. But the picture quality score of 36th percentile is a real letdown for an OLED, and the affordability score of 0th percentile means you're paying top dollar for middling performance. The audio, connectivity, and smart platform scores are all weak. If you're a gamer who wants OLED contrast and smooth motion, this TV will do the job. But for most people, there are better options out there that deliver more for less money.