LG OLED evo OLED97G6WUA 97"
The 97-inch OLED panel with the Alpha A11 AI processor Gen3 delivers near-infinite contrast and a 120Hz native refresh rate, making it a top choice for gaming with G-Sync and FreeSync Premium support. Its 4.2-channel Dolby Atmos audio and webOS 26 with Google Gemini and Microsoft Copilot add smart convenience, while the massive size suits dedicated home theaters. Best for gamers and movie enthusiasts with large rooms who want a premium, immersive 4K experience.
Snapshot
The 30-Second Version
A 97-inch OLED that's a gaming monster and a wallet destroyer. Buy it if you can afford it and have the wall space, otherwise get the 83-inch and spend the savings on a soundbar.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- 97 inches of near-infinite contrast OLED glory 99th
- Best-in-class gaming performance with 120Hz and 0.1ms response 98th
- Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos support out of the box 91st
- Gorgeous Gallery+ design that looks like wall art 91st
Cons
- USD 20,000 is a mortgage payment, not a TV budget
- No IMAX Enhanced support, which stings at this price
- Wi-Fi 5 feels dated for a flagship in 2026
- Picture quality score sits at a mediocre 36th percentile
What owners think
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The proof
Performance
The gaming score of 91.1 out of 100 puts this in the absolute best tier we track. A 120Hz native refresh rate, 0.1ms response time, and both FreeSync Premium and G-Sync support mean this thing eats fast-paced content for breakfast. The Alpha A11 AI processor Gen3 handles motion beautifully. What surprised us most is the audio. A 4.2-channel built-in system with Dolby Atmos is genuinely good for a TV this thin, though most buyers at this price will pair it with a soundbar anyway.
Specifications
Full Specifications
Display
| Size | 97" |
| Resolution | 4K |
| Panel Type | OLED |
| Backlight | OLED |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Curved | No |
Picture Quality
| Contrast Ratio | Near Infinite (Black Pixels Emit |
| Color Gamut | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Motion Tech | OLED Motion |
| Processor | Alpha A11 AI processor Gen3 |
HDR
| HDR Formats | Dolby Vision, HDR 10, Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG) |
| Dolby Vision | Yes |
| HDR10+ | No |
| HLG | Yes |
Gaming
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz |
| Response Time | 0.1 |
| VRR | FreeSync Premium, G-Sync, VRR |
| ALLM | Yes |
| Game Mode | Yes |
Smart TV
| Platform | webOS |
| Voice Assistant | Google Gemini, Microsoft Copilot |
| Screen Mirroring | Apple AirPlay, Google Cast |
Audio
| Speaker Config | 4.2 |
| Dolby Atmos | Yes |
| Surround Sound | Dolby Atmos |
| eARC | Yes |
Connectivity
| HDMI Ports | 4 |
| HDMI Version | 2.1 |
| USB Ports | 2 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 |
| Ethernet | Yes |
| Optical Audio | Yes |
| VESA Mount | 600x400 |
Power & Size
| Energy Star | Yes |
| Annual Energy | 515 |
| Weight | 57.0 kg / 125.7 lbs |
vs Competition
The Samsung Neo QLED QN990F is the most direct competitor, and it's a real fight. Samsung's mini-LED gets brighter in a bright room, but it can't touch the OLED's perfect blacks and viewing angles. The Sony BRAVIA XR XR83A80L is the smarter buy for movie purists who want Sony's processing and don't need 97 inches. And if you're just chasing size on a budget, the TCL QM6K Series gets you big-screen thrills for a fraction of the cost, though you'll sacrifice the OLED contrast and gaming chops.
| Spec | LG OLED evo OLED97G6WUA 97" | Samsung QN990F | Sony BRAVIA 5 K98XR50 | Hisense U8 Series 65U8QG | TCL QM6K Series 55QM6K | Roku Plus Series 55R6C7 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen Size | 97 | 75 | 98 | 65 | 55 | 55 |
| Resolution | 3840x2160 | 7680x4320 | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
| Panel Type | OLED | Mini-LED | Mini-LED | Mini-LED | QLED | QLED |
| Refresh Rate | 120 | 120 | 120 | 165 | 144 | 60 |
| Hdr | Dolby Vision, HDR 10, Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG) | HDR10, HDR10+, HLG | Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG | Dolby Vision, HDR 10+, HDR 10, Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG) | Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR10, HLG | Dolby Vision, HDR 10+, Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG) |
| Smart Platform | webOS | Tizen | Google TV | Google TV | Google TV | Roku TV |
| Dolby Vision | true | false | true | 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 | Connectivity | Social Proof | Picture Quality |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LG OLED evo OLED97G6WUA 97" | 75.1 | 91 | 71.1 | 98.1 | 98.9 | 89 | 90.9 | 36 |
| Samsung QN990F Compare | 82.9 | 99.8 | 93.2 | 88.3 | 99.5 | 99.9 | 99.6 | 84.1 |
| Sony BRAVIA 5 K98XR50 Compare | 86.8 | 92.8 | 89.9 | 77.9 | 94.6 | 92.9 | 93.7 | 78.4 |
| Hisense U8 Series 65U8QG Compare | 90.5 | 97.6 | 95.7 | 96.3 | 83.3 | 86.1 | 75.7 | 99.4 |
| TCL QM6K Series 55QM6K Compare | 98.7 | 88.4 | 97.4 | 93.3 | 75.7 | 89 | 81.1 | 93.6 |
| Roku Plus Series 55R6C7 Compare | 75.1 | 82.4 | 99.7 | 56.4 | 75.7 | 89 | 93.7 | 36 |
Price
Value & Pricing
Look, if you have USD 20,000 burning a hole in your pocket and a wall big enough to justify it, this is a phenomenal TV. But for 99% of people, a 77-inch or 83-inch OLED at a third of the price gets you 95% of the experience. The value proposition here is size, pure and simple.
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Overview
The LG OLED97G6WUA is a 97-inch statement piece that happens to be one of the best gaming displays we've ever tested. It's not just big, it's top of the charts for display and gaming performance. But at USD 20,000, you're paying for size and bragging rights, not a sensible living room upgrade.
Common Questions
Q: Is this TV good for gaming?
Yes, it's one of the best gaming TVs we've tested. 120Hz, 0.1ms response time, FreeSync Premium, G-Sync, VRR, and ALLM. Your PS5 or Xbox will love it.
Q: Does it support Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos?
Yes, both. Dolby Vision for HDR and Dolby Atmos for the built-in 4.2-channel audio system. You also get HDR10 and HLG.
Q: Is the built-in audio good enough?
For a TV this thin, the 4.2-channel system is surprisingly solid. But at this price, you should budget for a proper soundbar or surround setup to match the picture.
Who Should Skip This
If you're looking for a great OLED under USD 5,000, this isn't it. Go get the Sony BRAVIA XR XR83A80L or a 77-inch LG C-series instead. You'll keep most of the picture quality and save enough for a killer sound system.
Verdict
If you want the biggest, most immersive OLED experience money can buy and gaming is a priority, this is the one. It's a halo product that delivers on its promises. But be honest with yourself: you're buying a luxury item, not a value pick. For most people, stepping down to an 83-inch OLED saves you a small fortune and still feels enormous.
