LG OLED48C4 vs QN49Q80R

By Billy G. · Founder & Lead EditorVerified Jul 14 by Billy G.

LG OLED48C4
LG OLED48C4
QN49Q80R

Verdict: LG OLED48C4 outperforms on contrast (infinite vs ~5000:1) and gaming features per RTINGS and CNET. QN49Q80R is brighter but trails in black levels and lacks HDMI 2.1. LG is the clear winner for most viewers in 2026.

Winner: LG OLED48C4

LG OLED48C4: 8.5/10

QN49Q80R: 6/10

Spec-by-spec comparison

LG OLED48C4QN49Q80R
Screen Size48 inches49 inches
Resolution3840x21603840x2160
Panel TypeOLEDQLED
Refresh Rate120Hz120Hz

LG OLED48C4

What works

  • Perfect blacks with per-pixel dimming
  • 120Hz VRR support for gaming
  • webOS smart platform with Magic Remote

What doesn't

  • Lower peak brightness than QLED in bright rooms
  • Risk of burn-in with static HUDs

QN49Q80R

What works

  • Higher peak brightness for lit rooms
  • Direct-lit backlight with local dimming
  • Tizen OS with voice control

What doesn't

  • Weaker contrast and black levels vs OLED
  • No HDMI 2.1 ports for next-gen consoles

Bottom line

Our pick: LG OLED48C4.

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