Samsung The Frame Pro LS03HW 55"
Samsung
89 Overall Score
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LG C2 Series OLED42C2PUA 42"
LG
77 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Samsung The Frame Pro LS03HW 55"
No customer feedback yet
LG C2 Series OLED42C2PUA 42"
82 out of 100 medium confidence 20 reviews
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
Picture quality 10
Gaming performance 4
Pc monitor use 3
Customer service 3
Auto dimming 2
Delivery reliability 2
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Specifications
| Samsung The Frame Pro LS03HW 55" | LG C2 Series OLED42C2PUA 42" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 55" | 42" |
| Resolution | 4K | 4K |
| Panel Type | QD-Mini-LED | OLED★ |
| Backlight | Mini-LED | OLED★ |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✗ | ✗ |
| Screen Finish | matte | — |
| Picture Quality | ||
| Contrast Ratio | — | Infinite |
| Color Gamut | — | 100% Color Volume |
| Motion Tech | Motion Xcelerator 144Hz | G-SYNC compatible, FreeSync Premium, VRR |
| Processor | NQ4 AI Gen3 Processor | A9 Gen 5 AI Processor 4K |
| HDR | ||
| HDR Formats | HDR10+, HLG | Dolby Vision |
| Dolby Vision | ✗ | ✓★ |
| HDR10+ | ✓★ | ✗ |
| HLG | ✓ | ✓ |
| Gaming | ||
| Refresh Rate | 144 Hz★ | 120 Hz |
| Response Time | — | 1 ms★ |
| VRR | FreeSync Premium Pro | G-SYNC, FreeSync Premium, VRR |
| ALLM | ✓ | ✓ |
| Game Mode | ✓ | ✓ |
| Smart TV | ||
| Platform | Tizen | webOS |
| Voice Assistant | Bixby, Amazon Alexa | Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa |
| Screen Mirroring | SmartThings | Apple AirPlay 2, Miracast, SmartShare |
| Works With | SmartThings | Alexa |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Config | 2.0.2 | 2.0 |
| Wattage | 40W★ | 20W |
| Dolby Atmos | ✓ | ✓ |
| Surround Sound | Dolby Atmos | Dolby Atmos |
| eARC | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 5★ | 4 |
| HDMI Version | 2.1 | 2.1 |
| USB Ports | 3 | 3 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E★ | Wi-Fi |
| Bluetooth | 5.3★ | 5.0 |
| Ethernet | ✓ | ✓ |
| Optical Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| VESA Mount | 200x200 | 300x200 |
| Power & Size | ||
| Power | — | 70W★ |
| Energy Star | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Annual Energy | 235 kWh | 131 kWh★ |
| Weight | 15.01 kg | 8.98 kg★ |
Pros & Cons
Samsung The Frame Pro LS03HW 55"
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong social proof (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong gaming (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong audio (91st percentile)91st %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
Pricing
Verdict
Winner: Samsung The Frame Pro LS03HW 55"
Scores 89 overall, wins 8 of 9 usage categories and 8 of 41 specs.
