Our verdict on the LG OLED65C5 65-inch OLED evo C5 4K Smart TV
- Buy it if
- You want perfect blacks, rich colour and the best gaming features at a price below flagship OLEDs.
- Skip it if
- Your room is very bright with direct sun; a Mini-LED gets brighter.
- Best for
- Best picture for most
- Key feature
- OLED contrast with great gaming features
- Typical price
- £1,599–£2,299
Key specifications
| Panel | OLED evo |
|---|---|
| Refresh rate | Up to 144Hz |
| HDMI 2.1 | 4 ports |
| Smart platform | webOS |
Who should buy it, and who should skip it
A good fit if you
- want perfect blacks, rich colour and the best gaming features at a price below flagship OLEDs
- value perfect black levels and contrast
- can spend around £1,599–£2,299
Skip it if you
- your room is very bright with direct sun; a Mini-LED gets brighter
- mind that not as bright as Mini-LED in sunny rooms
Pros and cons
Pros
- Perfect black levels and contrast
- Four HDMI 2.1 ports
- Up to 144Hz for PC and console gaming
- Wide viewing angles
Cons
- Not as bright as Mini-LED in sunny rooms
- Small risk of burn-in with static images
What it is
The LG OLED65C5 65-inch OLED evo C5 4K Smart TV is a tv from LG, typically £1,599–£2,299. Its headline feature is OLED contrast with great gaming features, and it is best for best picture for most.
What stands out
- Perfect black levels and contrast
- Four HDMI 2.1 ports
- Up to 144Hz for PC and console gaming
- Wide viewing angles
What to know
- Not as bright as Mini-LED in sunny rooms
- Small risk of burn-in with static images
Is it worth it?
If you want perfect blacks, rich colour and the best gaming features at a price below flagship OLEDs, the LG OLED65C5 65-inch OLED is a strong choice. If you your room is very bright with direct sun; a Mini-LED gets brighter, look elsewhere. The Samsung QE65S90F 65-inch OLED (£1,399–£1,999) is the alternative for bright OLED alternative. The TCL 65C8K 65-inch QD-Mini LED 4K TV (£999–£1,399) is the alternative for bright rooms.
Alternatives worth considering
Samsung · TVs
Samsung QE65S90F 65-inch OLED 4K Smart TV
Buy it if You want OLED contrast with very vivid colour and Samsung's Tizen smart platform.
- Verdict
- Buy
- Best for
- Bright OLED alternative
- Typical price
- £1,399–£1,999
Pros
- Excellent contrast and colour
- Up to 144Hz gaming
Cons
- No Dolby Vision
TCL · TVs
TCL 65C8K 65-inch QD-Mini LED 4K TV
Buy it if You watch a lot of daytime sports in a bright room and want punchy HDR for less than an OLED.
- Verdict
- Buy
- Best for
- Bright rooms
- Typical price
- £999–£1,399
Pros
- Extremely bright HDR
- Strong local dimming
Cons
- Some blooming around bright objects
Frequently asked questions
Is the LG OLED65C5 65-inch OLED evo C5 4K Smart TV worth it?
Yes. The LG OLED65C5 65-inch OLED stands out for OLED contrast with great gaming features, and it suits you if you want perfect blacks, rich colour and the best gaming features at a price below flagship OLEDs. Skip it if you your room is very bright with direct sun; a Mini-LED gets brighter.
Who should skip it?
If you your room is very bright with direct sun; a Mini-LED gets brighter, an alternative will suit you better.
Is the LG OLED65C5 65-inch OLED worth it?
Yes. The LG OLED65C5 65-inch OLED stands out for OLED contrast with great gaming features, and it suits you if you want perfect blacks, rich colour and the best gaming features at a price below flagship OLEDs. Skip it if you your room is very bright with direct sun; a Mini-LED gets brighter.
What are the downsides of the LG OLED65C5 65-inch OLED?
Not as bright as Mini-LED in sunny rooms. Small risk of burn-in with static images