LG C1 TV Review (2021) - More Of The Same High-Quality

[@RTINGSdotcom]

The US model C1 OLED we bought seems to not have the new "evo" panel found in our A90J. The SPD looks more similar to the 3S3C WOLED panel, and our unit doesn't exhibit the slight red tint when viewing off-axis that the newer panels seem to have. Some users are reporting online that their C1s have the new panel. At the moment, we don't know the extent of this and whether certain markets are receiving different panels. LG still publicly advertises that the G1 has the new panel and the C1 does not, so we won't know until they make a statement clarifying this. We will investigate the G1 OLED once we are able to buy one.

[@ClassyTechCalibrations]

To add a little more to the color accuracy, D-Nice has pointed out that the 77-in LG OLEDs target different white point then the other sizes. The smaller sizes measure very well when using modified judd offset (7000k), whereas my 77 was closer to d65 (6500k). That would explain the discrepancy in the high grayscale errors you guys got versus mine after turning peak brightness off.

[@javiersiado]

Evo panel only comes with G1. Worldwide. Look for HDTVtest KZbin channel for a Pro tv review.

[@greekfreak384]

I have c1 and i noticed it showed a red tint when i view off angle. So does that means i have new evo panel? I was worried about the red hue tbh but my tv seems better than the cx i have. Both are 48” but i ordered my c1 directly from lg and not a retail. I don’t have all the tools to know the panel i have 😂

[@garethsmith6611]

Rtings. Please can you let me know this. You begun a burn in test on oleds many years ago which has been accurate and Unforchinitly put me off buying an oled for gaming. However, your oled in testing is the LG B6 OLED, which suffers from image retention within minutes to 10 minutes. However, newer oled models have more features now and dont suffer from this as quickly. Will you be doing an oled test for a 2020 model to see how those results turn out ? I feel this test of LG B6 OLED would not be accurate with todays oled tech. I want one for gaming so would like to know thanks

[@Kulstan]

@@javiersiado not really. Some C1s come with the Evo panel but they are rare and not available in all regions/markets

[@waydown2552]

Got a 48" C1 coming in today. Pretty excited to try OLED for the first time. Ready to game on this thing.

[@christianmarmol3230]

Nice bro. Let us know how it is for you

[@waydown2552]

@@christianmarmol3230 For sure. Can not wait!

[@O1Kanoby]

congrats, gunna get the same thing u got in the black friday sales

[@christianmarmol3230]

@@O1Kanoby same here! Don't understand why most ppl can't wait till black friday when it's a few hundred $'s cheaper

[@waydown2552]

​@@christianmarmol3230 If last year is any indication, I don't think the 48" CX ever really dropped in price and stayed $1499 throughout the year. At least here in the US it didn't. The bigger sizes did receive price drops. Maybe that changes this year, but it's taking a gamble.

[@BarbedHawk]

Purchased the 55in C1 last week. Totally blown away, I can really see what consumers mean now when they say "once you go OLED there really is no going back". Just so happy to see those perfect blacks and no backlight bleed anymore.

[@irishx302]

I’m waiting to see if it will go on sale for Black Friday I doubt it. It’s $1299 right now at most spots for 55in. Idk if the a80j is better? Gonna have to look that up.

[@Razinik44]

Man, you guys kick ass on detail and volume. Can't believe your content is free. Incredibly helpful!

[@RTINGSdotcom]

Awww thank you!

[@JayPknee]

Got mine recently. For anybody excited to set theirs up, the plastic back is prone to scratches. If you’re planning on wallmounting it, be careful not to let the cable contacts scratch against the surface when routing cables

[@Orholam5]

You guys have been the most trustworthy source of ratings and I’ve always sworn by you. Got a 65” C1 coming in tomorrow to replace a 2015 Samsung that was top rated on rtings back then. Looking forward to the OLED experience

[@PITAH1]

It is amazing right?

[@H4ram]

Hey how is the TV during day time with light comming into the room?

[@Orholam5]

@@H4ram you will be able to see some reflections in darker scenes but nothing too worrisome

[@BobBobOnYouTube]

How did you find it? I got a C1 today. Pretty unimpressed so far. I mean, it’s a good tv. I just think it’s really overrated. The reviews make it sound a lot better than it is.

[@Orholam5]

@@BobBobOnKZbin it’s an amazing TV…are you playing 4k content or just using it for watching cable? Streaming videos are so crisp and I use it with my ps5 a lot in gaming mode and it’s excellent

[@BRIANSTECHTHERAPY]

Excellent job as always guys! Thank you for all you do for the industry! Everyone support these guys and join their insider program.

[@RTINGSdotcom]

Thank you! Your support means the world to the whole team! You guys are why we do what we do! :)

[@Drake23x23]

Can't wait to pick my 48in LG C1 up on Sunday! My 1st OLED Too!! Gonna be a crazy upgrade coming from a 5 almost 6 year old Samsung ..

[@mistahozzy]

how's the tv coming? I'm thinking of getting this or the Sony a9s 48

[@trumpjongun8831]

Same. I just ordered C1. Had the Philips lcd tv 6 years now so big upgrade. Now i just need a Ps5... If im lucky i can buy one in next year.

[@trumpjongun8831]

@@mistahozzy Buy C1. Best tv on market right now.

[@sirsly8674]

Same here!!!! 5 year old Samsung

[@kingpin22s]

Bought this TV for my series X and I'm thoroughly impressed. Only downer is my burn in paranoia. Lol

[@gyorgyl6872]

These damn reviews just getting better and better. Keep up guys!

[@RTINGSdotcom]

Aww thank you!

[@CCitis]

Got a 65 inch C1 this weekend. Pretty impressive stuff!

[@ClassyTechCalibrations]

Thanks for the shout out 👍 With the new update applied, would be interested to see if you still got the same color accuracy with PB on high again. As I suggested in the comments on my video though, it really appears yours may be a bad panel with greyscale being that far off. Anyway, thanks again and you guys do great work.

[@Android.Paranormal]

I agree. They got a below average panel in the panel lottery compared to other people like your C1

[@cmpmeridian1]

@@Android.Paranormal or maybe some people have subpar equipment to test. Honestly, D-Nice did not get much different

[@KaneRobot]

Hey I asked a "good question." Mom will be so proud.

[@RTINGSdotcom]

Say "Hi" to Momma Robot for us!

[@KaneRobot]

@@RTINGSdotcom Will do, as long as Future Brandon can get me the Powerball numbers.

[@niospartan]

Got a c1 for an early xmas present from my wife. Didnt think outlast could be scarier till there was pitch black sections instead of the grey blacks on my led.

[@Delta-pantages]

Another great review! I learn so much from RTINGS. The background music is mesmerising!

[@colinstead6967]

Got my C1 55" 2 months ago it works absolutely amazing whith the PS5 👍 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

[@SteveSmith-cm1hx]

Been a C1 owner since March of this year and all I will say is that it's the best damn tv I have ever owned period. And I have owned both Sony and Samsung tvs and nothing comes close. I also have the LG B10 OLED which is a great tv as well. But nothing compares to the C1.

[@mrbeety]

A question regarding the burn-in issue. I know you mention that there is a risk, but that most people will probably not encounter it. How much of a risk would you say it is for viewers who use the TV often to watch sports like football or soccer where the are many static elements on the screen; would you say its something to worry about or just something to be aware of?

[@DragonDoFogo]

Since I use my TV mostly for gaming I think I'll go for the 48" C1, I've seen that it has the best overall reviews on that area. Also, I've had the same Samsung plasma TV for 10+ years XD

[@tlreclipse1126]

I had a Samsung Plasma for years and it was amazing, it eventually died on me when it started having green lines all over screen I was sad when I had to get rid of it. currently own an okay Vizio that is pretty good at Gaming an not much else since the new OLED seem to be the best for Gaming I think I have to get it.

[@DragonDoFogo]

@@tlreclipse1126 Luckily I haven't had that problem yet, but after prolonged hours of use there's a bit of a burnout mark, even after many, many hours of staying off.

[@patrickperron8598]

I like the q and a at the end. Please continue with this.

[@RTINGSdotcom]

As long as we get questions about products, we will include them in the video reviews! :)

[@joseluisruiz3789]

Excellent review, after having my LG OLED C9 since September 2019 and enjoying it so much, I decided to wait till the C1 83" to go on sale. I paid almost full price for mine when it first came out and a year later it went on sale for $3,500.00 USD. This time I'm going to wait for the price to drop quite a bit.

[@jollama]

Now you’re deciding to wait? 😂🤣😂🤣

[@joseluisruiz3789]

@@jollama well yeah. If I can save some cash on the tv by simply waiting instead of feeling that FOMO then hell yeah ill wait to get what I want at a lower price lol! 😅

[@ernestohernandez9370]

@@joseluisruiz3789 damn I think I'm obsessed with tv tech 😅. I have a perfectly fine c9 65 inch and I just pick up a c1 65 inch from best buy last week. or maybe it's a addiction to feeling like having the newest TV possible.

[@joseluisruiz3789]

@@ernestohernandez9370 agreed. I've been doing that for years though the wife doesn't always agree with my spending habits lol!

[@ernestohernandez9370]

@@joseluisruiz3789 yeah its a bad habit I'm realizing I have a problem addiction with tv tech and upgrading. it's a vicious cycle there will always be something better that's how it is. we should buy a tv and be happy with it for at the very least 4 yrs until the next upgrade. buy nope 😅.

[@jg90gt]

When watching Netflix on the TV app sound is very low ( have volume at 100 ) when watching Dolby Atmos content. When setting up the TV the audio AI demo sounded amazing but haven’t found any content to match this.

[@uniquehandle1999]

Fantastic review!! This guy did a wonderful job. I just got the tv and have learned a lot from this.

[@RTINGSdotcom]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for sharing the kind words :)

[@mateuszbuczma1956]

Extended VRR to 20Hz is game changer for me as some of games on PC and a lot of games from consols are locked at 30 fps and CX has VRR only to 40Hz.

[@skins4thewin]

Let me ask, what does it do to have the display bring itself down to 30Hz for 30FPS games?

[@skins4thewin]

Only problem is they say it only goes down to 20Hz when using HDMI 2.1, which means retro gaming is out for this, as most retro consoles don't offer HDMI 2.1. Shame.

[@mateuszbuczma1956]

@@skins4thewin I'm not sure what are you asking but when tv can display variable refresh from 20 to 120hz it's mean you don't see stutter in that range. Some games from pc or consols can't handle stable 30 fps and sometimes drop to ie 25 fps. With vrr in that range TV will sync frames to avoid stutter and display uncut frame. For your second coment. I think you can't expect vrr from older consol as their chips aren't capable to support that. It's not TV manufactures fault but those old consols are just old.

[@skins4thewin]

@@mateuszbuczma1956 VRR has nothing to do with the console itself, it has to do with the TV. What I'm saying is that this TV will not drop down to 20HZ unless it's being fed an HDMI 2.1 signal. Very straightforward statement, am not sure what you don't understand about it.

[@mateuszbuczma1956]

@@skins4thewin english is my second language :) I wasn't sure if VRR depends on console or gpu chips. So if it's not problem with console I'm curious why they demand hdmi 2.1 Also I have PS1, PS3 and xbox 360 so lack of vrr with that consols is sad information also for me.

[@ryankoval9163]

I have the 65" C1 paired with my Xbox series X and when I play call of duty warzone, it's like playing a new game. This TV looks better than some of my friends pc monitors

[@smsff7]

This is a good review. I am looking into getting a 4K TV to replace a 1080P as I got a PS5 and this is the TV I am considering.

[@Squishmallows24]

Love this channel. I know it must be hard work reviewing these TVs but I feel like maybe you guys should get a hold of the c1 with an evo panel and checking the pre calibration again. Also I feel like the 77 inch a80j should be reviewed since it has a glossy screen instead of the semi gloss one on the smaller models.

[@dublkrossr2059]

One of the benefits of getting older is even with a wonderful picture I'll choose a good $300 bargain since I can't see shit anymore lol

[@MrKayyak]

Great review. Thanks for taking my question :) !

[@GraveUypo]

i can't believe warm 50 is accurate. it looks so brown it's almost like a projector using a paper bag as a screen. i use warm 10 and that looks as neutral as possible. talking about a 48" used as a monitor that suffers from hue shift with borders being a lot cooler than the center of the screen, which might be the culprit. i think mine has the new panel. looking from extreme angles it tints back to pinkish like the center does when you're close. gotta check if my b9 does that. [edit] it doesn't. fuck, i like the old panel better. this is going to constantly annoy me for as long as i use this screen as a monitor, i can already tell.

[@Neoceres-pi6zd]

Thank you guys, you help me out making up my mind for my new TV, replacing my old LG 43LH600T

[@apollian]

What about Gaming ghosting and screen burn? I've had an LG OLED C series for 4 years since 2017, and my current model has Destiny 2's stat screen plus the Netflix logo burnt into the screen. I just sent it off to PC WORLD/CURRY'S and they've told me they cannot repair it, and will give me a credit to buy a new TV. Now this C1 LG is the one I want to get, but I don't want to encounter the same problems all over again.

[@RTINGSdotcom]

Unfortunately, all OLEDs risk having permanent burn-in, but it shouldn't be a much of an issue with varied content. However, if you're playing a lot of the same content, and display a lot of static images (logos, stat screen as you mentioned, etc), then it likely increases the risk.

[@Oceanwireaudio]

Just got one of these to go with the PS5 and it’s a stunning television.

[@philadelphia_76ers]

I just like the new model 2021 C1 because It has new sizes like 48 inch perfect for games!

[@Fluffyguy958]

Will you guys be checking out the Hisense U8G?

[@RTINGSdotcom]

We are! We've managed to buy one, we're just waiting for it to arrive!

[@Fluffyguy958]

@@RTINGSdotcom Sounds great! How long do you expect for the video review?

[@KirkStaley]

@@RTINGSdotcom YES! Now I'm waiting on that! The brightness on this is comparable to the Samsung Q80T or what not. So it is definitely a consideration for my Living Room..

[@Fluffyguy958]

@@KirkStaley it's comparable to to the QN90A according to a couple early reviews

[@KirkStaley]

@@Fluffyguy958 Bingo. Showed my living room to 4KTV Reddit Community, and Samsung Q80T or 90T were recommended..

[@sterlonb.digital777]

Very popular TV! Even in 2022 this TV has sold A LOT of sets with 99% consumers very satisfied with purchase.

[@kyokushin1289]

Happy with my 77 inch c1 got it delivered to me on Saturday almost a week

[@greekfreak384]

Ok I’m over here knocking my phone against my remote and nothing is happening 🙃

[@Mr_Battlefield]

I bought the 55" LG C1 and will be receiving it this weekend. I'm excited to see the difference between 60 to 120 on my PlayStation 5.

[@MrFranchise82]

Oh it’s a difference especially if you play call of duty enjoy my friend

[@QuickTimeTech]

please test cx with lastest frimware for vrr input lag and g-sync hami 2.1 range

[@TheBhappyboy1986]

they do't do stuff like that, better ask HDTVTest

[@hardstylboy]

@@TheBhappyboy1986 it just dimmer 3.15.27 48 c1

[@huicho50able]

Upgrading from my 55in cx to 65in c1 for the same price 🤗

[@RTINGSdotcom]

We'd love to hear what you think once you get it! :)

[@huicho50able]

@@RTINGSdotcom I don't know if it's just me but the speakers aren't as great as the cx but that doesn't really matter as I use my XM4's for tv watching. Other than that I love it!

[@rc_p5192]

excellent review. will be getting this tv in a few days now

[@raios-rogueboss-slayer4179]

The best gaming TV this year

[@Medzo2]

That's why I'm buying it. For my series X

[@DETERMINOLOGY]

No, This is a minor step up from the CX if you want the best go LG G1

[@Medzo2]

@@DETERMINOLOGY yeah but that pricetag doesn't justify the jump from C1 to G1

[@DETERMINOLOGY]

@G B 007 oled isn't that dark as people make it out to be and I'll take oled any day over the bloomington you get with a qled even if it's brighter. and those that talk about burn in would be the ones to force burn in

[@gannas138]

Agree I currently have a 2017 version and since I upgraded to series x it’s time to upgrade the tv too

[@grahamjackmacpherson6501]

Just purchased the 55 inch CS here in the UK on a great black friday deal. Its a C1 C2 hybrid. No evo panel but has the same updated processor from the C2.

[@cristi8183]

Thanks! Ordered the C1.

[@timothyhood263]

Great video and appreciate you taking feedback and testing it out!

[@seasesh4073]

I would rather they release the same TV every year but it gets cheaper

[@jollama]

Eww no

[@seasesh4073]

@@jollama this is literally what they're doing rn, except they aren't getting THAT much cheaper because people believe in the pseodo improvements

[@cannonp10]

Also I’m watching/reading on here about the evo panel vs non evo panel could you elaborate?

[@RTINGSdotcom]

Is there something specific you wanted to know? Generally speaking, the idea is that evo panels lead to a brighter image and better color range than existing OLED screens. Vincent form HDTVTEST also published a video that helps you identify whether or not the unit you purchased got has an EVO panel so it may be worth checking that out as well!

[@cannonp10]

@@RTINGSdotcom just wondering if I order the lg c1 would I get it with evo panel or do you think it’s hit or miss.The video Vincent did could you tell me the title of it I would love to watch it.I’m probably going to buy the c1

[@NimeshShresthaeditor]

Thanks for the review. One thing I'm really confused about.What should be my Gamma settings on my LG TV for watching cable tv? Gamma 2.2 or 2.4 or 1.9?

[@greekfreak384]

For anyone who orders an oled from lg you can pair the free lg pl5 Bluetooth speaker they give you to it and get a way better surround sound effect with more base plus it doesn’t block the tv. It’s worth it and is what i have hooked up to my c1 for that extra bass

[@kravez16]

How is it free?

[@greekfreak384]

@@kravez16 I’m not sure why my reply was deleted 🤔 but I’ll re say it….. lg is running a special from 4/1- 5/23 if you buy any oled or sound bar on lg online website you qualify or a free $99 speaker. After you get your order you go back to the site and reedem the free speaker by entering in serial number followed by a proof of purchase to lg and they ship out the free speaker quickly. If you go to lg sight and go to oled tv menu the offer will be at the very top

[@kravez16]

@@greekfreak384 that sounds good thank you for the reply, I just hope the same deal is available in Europe as I’m in the UK 😭

[@greekfreak384]

@@kravez16 oh sorry i am not sure if it’s in the ui as well I’m in the us but if you go to lg website and click oled let me know if under the oled picture says “ free pl5 with purchase”

[@sunnytang740]

Great stuff!! Keep it up... 👍👍

[@RTINGSdotcom]

Thank you 🙌! We'll keep doing our best! :)

[@marcgaskett]

Got a C1 about to be delivered, can’t wait

[@trunghoadang3710]

2:35 that was smooooooth.

[@sharebear421]

Is the c1 really that much better at motion handling and sdr upscaling or is it unnoticeable/minuscule?

[@he.lena21]

It's

[@sharebear421]

@@he.lena21 it’s what?

[@BatTech]

Seems every year OLED doesn't really improve. A90J seems to be peak of the technology. Looks like Micro-LED is what we have to look to.

[@sirjonsmithiii992]

With only LG making them, there is no competition. So, no need for major changes.

[@Palaemon44]

The micro-LED technology is still hideously expensive. Mini-LED is currently closer in cost and performance to OLED but the Samsung models are still more expensive than a C1. Perhaps we will see mini-LED drop in cost below OLED as the technology proliferates. LG and Nanosys have demonstrated engineering prototypes of Quantum Dot Electro-luminescent displays that they think could be the next “ultimate” display technology, but that would be years off, assuming that it actually pans out.

[@KindOldRaven]

In my opinion they do improve quite drastically.. ..in terms of pricing and compatibility with my second hobby: gaming. The C1 came to market at 300 bucks less (55'' reference) than the CX. The CX 55 could be had for like 1000-1200 so I might finally pick one up ;p But yes, true micro-led or other (nearly) self-emissive things (like true QLED) would be the ideal panel. But until we've seen them on the market for a few years they'll be extremely expensive and perhaps they won't even be that good. We'll have to wait and see. I do know that most mini-leds this year aren't really all that fantastic outside of the ludicrously expensive models. Mini-led ain't it for me. Blooming on 2021 Samsung Minileds is slightly better than on the Q90T I currently have, but as soon as you toggle that game mode it's the exact same or even worse.

[@trumpameri1638]

@@KindOldRaven QN 90A NEO is something very special for gaming.... only problem is to expensive currently

[@jollama]

Panasonic HZ2000 is the peak of OLED

[@mkingjj_]

Love the comparisons at the end!

[@josedandrew]

Great review rtings. My go to place for TV reviews. To me OTB picture accuracy is disappointing. Did you check if the filmmaker mode is more accurate compared to expert-dark room used in your reviews.

[@RTINGSdotcom]

Filmmaker Modes are generally pretty close to the custom settings we use (depending on their implementation). Expert Dark Room gives us the most ability to customize the settings which is partly why we use it!

[@Kapono5150]

CORRECTION at time stamp 6:13 The C1 and G1 use the same panel. “EVO” is NOT just a new panel, “EVO” includes all the parts of the TV. LG has changed their marketing for “EVO”, and you don’t have to get the G1 to get it. @Rtings please make the correction, G1 and C1 use the same panel but your telling viewers they are different. Please be honest and make the correction.

[@KindOldRaven]

Added correction: There are several C1s that show the ''EVO'' color distribution and thus share panel-type with the G1, but also plenty that show the same distribution as the CX - thus not the same panel. Vincent from HDTVTest has shown this. You're correct on EVO being panel *and* chipset though. With regards to the C1, it appears there's 2 different panels in rotation, but both lead to the same result when it comes to picture quality. A C1 with the newer panel won't look any different than one with the older type. Margins of error excluded.

[@tharinduwijayasena309]

great review as always. Thanks. is it true that C1 does not support DTS decoding? I play a lot of content from my NAS and most of those movies are in DTS format - just wondering if there is a workaround to it than using a separate media player..

[@Zoranurai13]

Oh hey the tv that hasn’t changed since 2018. In 2018 it was “the c8 is basically the c7 with hdmi a newer chip, in 2019 it was “well the c9 is the c8 with a different processor and hdmi 2.1” the cx was again much of the same thing. The c1 is a new os and a “new” processor yet again

[@id104335409]

Yep! Very frustrating! It ALWAYS has to happen when you have no competition. They just have to implement ONE upgrade at a time and still be the best, but they won't even do that. They do one step forward, one step back.

[@Zoranurai13]

@@id104335409 and people will buy it anyway

[@jollama]

The C8 never had HDMI 2.1

[@ernestohernandez9370]

@@jollama who said that it did? read again.

[@jollama]

@@ernestohernandez9370 guy edited his comment after I said that

[@alessandrolorenzo9244]

my parents leave the TV on at least 8 hours every day. This delicate OLED screen can also be indicated for such intense use without having burn-in problems in your opinion. thanks

[@RTINGSdotcom]

It really depends on the content being displayed and not just the TV being on. If they'll be playing content with static images (like news or network TV with logos on the screen), then you may be more susceptible to burn in!

[@LyokoWarrior1994]

I can't wait to pick up my 55inch C1 at Costco on black friday or near Christmas!

[@graphene1487]

1:49 "Police! Open up!"

[@aminelaribi3535]

I literally just got one an hour ago and now i see this video haha

[@tilapiah6]

Picking up the 65 inch c1 today, my first 4k TV. Can't wait to see how Far Cry 6 looks on it

[@HiCZoK]

Should PS5 also be set to Pc mode like pc ? And then enable lag boost for 60hz games to emulate 120hz mode in order to avoid worse gamma ?

[@anthonys.1374]

Great review.. would this TV be good in a living room with west facing windows ? I know it has some reflection just want to make sure picture won’t wash out

[@RTINGSdotcom]

Depending on how much light comes in, you could find it distracting. OLED TVs tend not to get bright enough to overcome glare when watching content and are better suited for dark rooms.

[@sidharthakaushik6677]

Hi i am a big time follower of your channel and thank you for indepth reviews. Need your advise if i should buy 65” cx or a80j. A80j is 400 dollars more expensive than cx. My use case is watching movies, sports and netflix series during daytime bright room. No gaming. Please advise if a80j is worth the premium

[@RTINGSdotcom]

They're very similar overall. However, we would give the edge to the CX for your needs because of the better reflection handling and increased SDR & HDR brightness. Just note though that they may not be bright enough to overcome the glare of your brighter room.

[@youtuberbayleexiong908]

This tv will arrive at my house next Tuesday I'm excited

[@user-xi1to4ph6s]

I just bought it, I wonder if LG sells some sort of stands that let the TV move right and left or adjust the height

[@Orholam5]

Get yourself a wall mounted TV mount…any on Amazon should work

[@thequadfather27]

I'm thinking y'all got a faulty tv. The C1 is suppose to be 15% brighter than the CX! 🤓🤓🤓🤓

[@Ace21kg]

brightness not a big factor for me on OLEDS. I usually turn brightness down

[@Da-iken]

out of the box comparison videos would be nice (with no calibration). In dark details and so on. hdtv test only do with calibrated tvs. :/

[@RTINGSdotcom]

Hey! We will keep this idea in mind for future videos!

[@editorxv7496]

Very nice , I actually achieved flat sound on my lg b9 tv speakers with neutralizer autoeq and it sounds mind blowing and accurate

[@jackryan7550]

I am glad to know that’s my CX is a little bit brighter than the C1 😅 So I can minimize 1 Year wait till I buy a new OLED 🙏 I love my CX 😍😍😍

[@Prizm44]

I have the C9 and I see no reason to upgrade.

[@Ace21kg]

@@Prizm44 these displays will last 10 years, no reason to upgrade every other gen unless you have a shopping addiction

[@oneeyeonmidgard6801]

Picked up the 77inch, panel was busted. Vertical lines all across the panel. Just got the new one in, hopefully it's not busted as well.

[@Simon67316]

You say the cons are stutter with low frame rate but doesn't this happen with all new tv's these days? With standard broadcast content from the UK I have had major stutter with 2 Sony's and a samsung(2020). I presume you have a fairly large British audience so maybe you could do a section where you test your tv's with our 'Freeview' content to see if any are better or worse, it would be very useful especially on the A80J if you review it. Thanks.

[@ledooni]

I‘m checking your website each day to see if you finally got a chance to buy the G1. 😁 I already checked it in a store and liked the brightness but not the off-axis tint it had. The C1 and A90J did not have that despite also featuring the new panel. If you can find out why that is happening that would be amazing. Thanks for the great work.

[@RTINGSdotcom]

We're doing our best to buy one! Stay tuned :)

[@sunilchoudhary7391]

@@RTINGSdotcom hey when you're going to review lg nano90 65inch 2021 model please tell???

[@jollama]

@@sunilchoudhary7391 Check their website, also a doodoo TV. Save up for something better

[@smokingbarrels7019]

are the colors really that bad out of the box? Kinda hard to belive, the cx from last years have good colors out of the box, confusing.

[@RTINGSdotcom]

This was the case with our panel. It's possible that our panel was faulty, but we rechecked this because we were surprised with the results but this was indeed the case.

[@Bensinkvitto]

Thanks for a thorough walk-through - much appreciated! Now I just need to convince my wife we need a new TV ;-). An improvement proposal - a few of the clips in the video felt a bit stressed (you could barely grasp what you demonstrated in some instances). Please consider including more time for this and less time on static data images (we can always visit the related web page to study data :-)). Anyway, keep up the good work!

[@RTINGSdotcom]

Thanks for the love and the feedback! We will definitely share it with the rest of the team :)

[@Apocalypse-ff5ut]

A question; Is there a difference between the Korean, Chinese, Indonesian versions, like is one more durable or better than the other?

[@GinoFoto]

Great review! btw, how many points score this TV in Octane 2.0 benchmark via an internal web browser? (which is an established truly cros-platforme test to overall performance), note that CX was worse than some really aging smartphones with its 4026pts...

[@Jwdude123]

This guy knows his specs.

[@waymonfrench2077]

good morning!are you guys gonna review the Sony a80j anytime soon

[@RTINGSdotcom]

The early access results were posted today for our Insiders. The full written review will be out next week and the video review should be posted in a few weeks :)

[@wking8]

Great review. Would love to see the Sony A80J as well. Im on the fence between the two.

[@RTINGSdotcom]

It's coming! The written review should be available this week and the video review will come in a couple of weeks! :)

[@wking8]

@@RTINGSdotcom Hell yeah! Thank you for the quick reply

[@leroyrodrigues4885]

I bought a C1 OLED 65 inch tv today bout to be delivered Wednesday July 14 to replace my old 2018 Samsung it was time for an upgrade

[@jasonkinsey6428]

From what I've looked up if it says freesync and g-sync it's not actually g-sync. its adaptive sync. which is software emulated, not the g-sync chip.

[@goktuggorduk7308]

Great review. When is the G1 review ?

[@jollama]

This your first time here? They don’t get early review units. They wait until TVs are available for consumer purchase as to report real words specs

[@goktuggorduk7308]

@@jollama it is available to buy far as I know ?

[@jollama]

@@goktuggorduk7308 sold out everywhere

[@RTINGSdotcom]

It's coming! We're doing our best to buy a unit for testing, but they're sold out everywhere!

[@hugooliveira7167]

Excellent video, and congratulations!!

[@luckyjedi]

I bought this tv a couple of years ago because of the reviews given by Rtings. But noticed you guys lowered the mixed usage to 8.4. Kinda feels bad lol.

[@RTINGSdotcom]

Just to clarify, it doesn’t mean that the performance got worse, just that our scoring changed. All tv scores regardless of test benches remain consistent! :)

[@luckyjedi]

what about the CX and the A80J? Did they get better?@@RTINGSdotcom

[@richarddawson5836]

Just bought an Oled 77 inch c1. Need some help with calibrating it. What do you recommend putting the picture setting at?

[@clw22580]

83 inches coming my way soon only question is do I wait for the November price drop

[@NoRegret08]

Dear Rtings, For LG CX, 4K VRR you wrote that the input lag for 4k with VRR is 13.9 ms. It's an increase from 6.7ms without VRR (120Hz). It's strange since for 1080p and 1440p there is a decrease in input lag when using VRR (for LG CX). Could you please clarify it? Thank you so very much ! You guys are the best .

[@jacqueskloster4085]

11:40 "virtually no ghosting" -> hardly readable big logo shows up on the right have we really gotten used so much to that that this is considered "virtually no ghosting"? This is a hell lot of ghosting... It seems like black frame insertion or backlight switching is still the only option to achieve what CRTs did in the 90s and even then it is far away from perfect

[@dsinghr]

Good enough to choose over BX which is selling for a huge discount?

[@waymonfrench2077]

Ok thanks Rtings!

[@bradleysackett5509]

I really want one of these

[@rajavelsubramanian5538]

Please provide your tips on how to avoid burn in... I am planning to use it as secondary monitor. Also do we need to power off only after 1 hour switching off the TV?

[@RTINGSdotcom]

The best tip is to try and avoid the same static content. Burn-in is a cumulative issue, so it's more about how long something is on screen total, not how long it's been on for one session. Here is where we talk about the burn-in prevention features on the C1: www.rtings.com/tv/reviews/lg/c1-oled/settings#oled-screen-saver-settings

[@Funkbutterfly]

Wish they would make a "thicker" model for those of us not looking to wall mount.

[@buridah328]

You guys are legends

[@RTINGSdotcom]

Thanks for the love, but we're nothing without our community!

[@Prince_AboMFr7]

Why Never any channel reviews ( LG B1 ) ? I bought it for PS5 but I can't find informations about it like C1

[@RTINGSdotcom]

We may not have a video for it at the moment, but you can find the written review on our website! :)