LG C4 OLED 42 vs LG QNED80 55
Verdict: The LG C4 OLED 42 outperforms the LG QNED80 55 on contrast and motion clarity according to RTINGS measurements, making it the stronger choice for cinematic viewing despite the smaller screen. The QNED80 55 offers more screen real estate and higher brightness for well-lit rooms but trails significantly in black uniformity. LG C4 OLED 42 is the winner for most users prioritizing image quality.
Winner: LG C4 OLED 42
LG C4 OLED 42: 8.2/10
LG QNED80 55: 6.8/10
Spec-by-spec comparison
| LG C4 OLED 42 | LG QNED80 55 | |
|---|---|---|
| screen_size | 42 inches | 55 inches |
| panel_type | OLED | QNED (Mini LED) |
| resolution | 4K UHD | 4K UHD |
| refresh_rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
LG C4 OLED 42
What works
- Perfect blacks and infinite contrast from self-emissive pixels
- Excellent motion handling with 120Hz panel
- WebOS smart platform with gaming features including 4K@120Hz and VRR
What doesn't
- Only 42-inch size limits immersion for some viewers
- Brightness peaks around 800 nits in HDR (per RTINGS)
LG QNED80 55
What works
- Larger 55-inch screen for bigger viewing distance
- Higher peak brightness up to 1000 nits in some scenes
- Solid color volume from quantum dot layer
What doesn't
- Weaker black levels and contrast compared to OLED (per RTINGS)
- Slower pixel response causing more motion blur in fast scenes
Bottom line
Our pick: LG C4 OLED 42.
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