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Business Insider
10 hours ago
- Business Insider
LG's new G5 TV delivers nearly perfect picture quality. Here's what makes this premium OLED so special.
I review lots of TVs every year, and as performance improves across the board, it's becoming harder for flagship models to stand out. But LG's G5 doesn't have this problem. Simply put, the G5 OLED offers the best picture quality I've ever seen from a consumer TV. Panasonic's upcoming Z95B has a chance to surpass it, but for now, the G5 is the premium 4K TV to beat. Using LG's latest OLED panel technology, the G5 balances perfect contrast with high brightness, sharp detail, rich colors, and wide viewing angles. This is the kind of high-end image quality that makes home theater nerds like me geek out. The G5 also has solid smarts via LG's webOS interface and some cool new perks like AI voice recognition. However, the G5 isn't quite perfect. Though the set's image performance is nearly flawless, it does have some minor issues with color gradients and over-brightening. These imperfections are subtle, though, and the displays' many strengths outweigh them. I also wish LG's webOS placed less emphasis on shopping recommendations, but I'm more than willing to ignore an ad here and there if it means getting such a fantastic viewing experience. It's also important to note that this is an expensive display. Most people will be satisfied with a cheaper midrange OLED, like LG's C5 and C4, or Samsung's S90D. But premium sets like the G5 aren't geared toward most people. This is a pricey TV built for enthusiasts willing to spend top dollar on top picture quality and design. And in that sense, it's the best TV of its kind. The TV has an elegant design, but a stand costs extra LG's G5 is available in 55, 65, 77, 83, and 97 inches, with list prices ranging from $2,500 to a whopping $25,000. For this review, I tested a 65-inch unit, which retails for $3,400. With the exception of the 97-inch model, all sizes offer the same specifications. The 97-inch model uses a different kind of OLED panel, so it can't get as bright as its smaller counterparts. The G5 uses LG's One Wall design, which allows it to be mounted with virtually no gap. A bracket is included in the box to accomplish this, so you don't need to buy one separately. On the downside, LG doesn't include a traditional pedestal stand, so if you don't want to mount the G5, you need to purchase a stand on your own. LG sells a stand for $106 (which was used for this review), and the G5 is compatible with many of the best TV stands made by third-party manufacturers. Though the G5 looks best when mounted, it still has an elegant style when placed on its pedestal. The display is made of premium materials and has a thin profile that measures just under an inch thick. The build and aesthetics are what you'd expect from such a pricey display and are a clear step up from the cheaper construction of more budget-friendly models. LG also gets points for including four HDMI 2.1 ports to enable support for up to a 4K/165Hz signal. Many rival brands, including Sony, only include two HDMI 2.1 ports and use HDMI 2.0 for the remaining inputs. This is a great perk for gamers who want to connect multiple systems to the TV, as HDMI 2.1 is needed to unlock the smoothest performance on current-gen consoles and high-end PCs. LG redesigned its Magic Remote for 2025, and this new version is mostly an improvement. It has a thinner, more traditional shape instead of the bulky body used on past LG remotes, which makes it feel better in hand. Its main selection button, which doubles as a scroll wheel, also feels sturdier, making clicks more responsive. Sadly, the remote is not backlit, which has become standard on some competing TVs from TCL, Hisense, and Roku. Like past models, the Magic Remote lets you choose between navigating via standard button presses or by using motion controls (the "magic" part) to point the remote at the screen to move a virtual cursor. Unfortunately, there's no way to fully deactivate motion control if you don't like it. Clicking on the directional pad temporarily turns it off, but it gets turned back on if you slide the scroll wheel, and this is too easy to accidentally trigger. The remote's button layout has also been simplified, and I generally like this more minimalist approach. But there are two odd choices. First, there's no longer an input select button. To switch inputs on the TV, you have to hold down the Home button to pull up a smart hub menu or scroll through the homepage and find the input you like on screen. Second, there's no mute button. You can still activate mute by holding the remote's volume down button, but this means there's no way to rapidly lower the volume instead of fully muting it. These are small complaints, but they just strike me as strange choices. The G5 delivers a new benchmark for premium image quality The G5 is the first consumer TV to use LG's new four-stack OLED panel design. This type of screen has key benefits over the standard WOLED panel used on LG's cheaper C and B series TVs. A four-stack design optimizes how an OLED produces color and light, allowing for higher brightness and a wider color gamut — all while maintaining the pixel-level contrast, deep black levels, and wide viewing angles that the best OLED TVs are known for. You can learn more in our QLED vs. OLED comparison. The results are spectacular, and the TV offers a big leap in brightness over last year's G4 model. In fact, the G5 is now the brightest OLED TV available, dethroning the Samsung S95F. Using the TV's Filmmaker mode with a 10% HDR test pattern (a white box that takes up 10% of the screen against a black background), I measured a peak brightness of 2,410 nits. That's nearly 1,000 nits more than last year's G4, which is a substantial bump. It's also about 240 nits more than the S95F, which is a more subtle but still noteworthy jump. While such high brightness is impressive, it's important to remember that it's only beneficial in certain circumstances. For example, high brightness gives you more headroom to pump up luminance to help overcome glare in rooms with a lot of ambient light. It also allows the G5 to produce more impactful and accurate high dynamic range (HDR) images with highlights (like explosions) that pop from the screen. But the G5's full brightness capabilities only get unleashed when watching movies and TV shows mastered for above 1,000 nits. You can learn more about HDR mastering and how it relates to content and TVs in our HDR guide. Raw brightness is only a part of what makes the G5's image quality so noteworthy. What makes this TV shine is how it's able to precisely harness its brightness and combine it with pixel-level contrast control, inky black levels, and rich colors. I watched a wide range of movies and TV shows across several weeks with the G5, and I've never seen a consumer TV that matches its picture capabilities. Some of its benefits over other high-end sets are subtle, and it has some flaws that a few rivals handle better, but overall, the G5 rises above the competition. Fiery explosions in high-brightness HDR movies like "Mad Max: Fury Road" radiate from the screen with rich saturation, while deep shadows in the opening sequence of "The Matrix" remain perfectly dark without any halos around lighter elements of the picture. Tricky sequences in movies like "1917" and shows like "Chilling Adventures of Sabrina" that trip up the local dimming backlights on many QLED TVs I've tested are displayed with perfect, uniform contrast. And image quality barely shifts if you're off to the side of the screen, so everyone gets a good viewing experience no matter where they sit. LG's picture processing continues to improve year after year, and the G5 is able to hold its own against high-end Sony TVs. Lower-quality content like compressed HD YouTube streams and cable TV upscale nicely on the G5. To be clear, they still don't look as good as native 4K sources, but the TV does a good job of minimizing imperfections without introducing an unnatural look. But as phenomenal as the G5 is, the TV's image quality isn't flawless. When it first hit stores, the G5 had issues with color banding, also called posterization or false contouring. This caused some gradations of colors and dark shades to look blocky rather than smooth. This problem initially appeared in some Dolby Vision and HDR10 content, but during my testing, LG released a firmware update that corrected Dolby Vision playback. However, some banding still popped up in isolated scenes when watching a small selection of HDR10 videos. But throughout my weeks with the TV, this flaw was very subtle and only appeared in a couple of movies I sampled out of more than a dozen. After my evaluation period ended, LG released another firmware update in June. This latest version reportedly corrects those lingering problems with HDR10 so long as you use the TV's Filmmaker preset. With all that in mind, I don't consider this to be a major drawback. Another small imperfection I encountered involved some slight over-brightening in near-black content, which caused dark shades to faintly glow. I noticed this a bit when watching some dim sequences in the Amazon Prime series "The Wheel of Time," but it was never too distracting. This issue is common on OLED displays like this, and the G5 performs about on par with what's expected. Finally, it's also worth noting that while the G5 rises above competing flagship OLEDs in nearly every way, there is one area where top models from Samsung and Sony still have a slight edge: color volume. High-end OLEDs from those brands use quantum dots, which is a feature the G5 is missing. This allows those TVs to maintain high saturation a bit better when displaying especially bright colors. The G5 improves upon the G4 in this area, but it still can't quite match OLEDs that have quantum dots. Gamers get cool features like a 165Hz refresh rate and support for Xbox streaming The G5 is one of the most advanced gaming TVs there is. It supports ALLM (auto low latency mode), VRR (variable refresh rate), and a dedicated Game Optimizer menu that lets you easily adjust settings. The G5 sets itself apart from most competing TVs with its support for up to a 165Hz refresh rate. Most high-end TVs max out at 144Hz. This is only useful for PC gamers with high-end hardware, but it's still a cool perk. LG is also one of two brands (Samsung is the other) that supports the Xbox app directly through the TV's interface. If you have a Game Pass membership, this app lets you stream Xbox games so you can play them without needing a console. The quality isn't as good as playing a game directly through a system, and playability is heavily reliant on the stability of your internet connection, but it works well enough for casual gaming. I also tested the G5 with a PS5 using a 4K/120Hz connection, and it delivered excellent image quality and smooth motion. I didn't see any flicker or ghosting with VRR active, which is something I've seen on some QLED TVs. Some flicker did show up when I pulled up the TV's settings menu while playing games, but this went away as soon as I closed the window. However, I've seen some user reports of banding in certain games when using the TV's HDR Game mode, even after the latest firmware update released in June. But outside some subtle bands in the sky when playing "Cyberpunk 2077" and some slight contouring in menus, I didn't encounter any egregious banding when playing various HDR titles, including "The Last of Us Part 1," "Spider-Man," "No Man's Sky," "Dragon's Dogma 2," and "Baldur's Gate 3." LG's webOS adds some new AI features, but they're mostly unnecessary Like all LG TVs, the G5 uses the webOS smart TV system. The platform is easy to set up, as LG guides you through some basic housekeeping items. The interface has access to all of the best streaming services, though it's missing a few niche apps that some other platforms support, like the Criterion Channel. General navigation is smooth, and I didn't encounter any major lag when moving through services. That said, the interface's design could annoy some users. By default, webOS displays a banner ad at the top of the homepage, and the screen prominently features a row for shopping recommendations. You can deactivate the banner ad if you navigate through some buried menu options, but this leaves that space unutilized. You can also turn off the shopping recommendations, but this deactivates all of the platform's content suggestions, leading to a barebones interface. It's great that LG offers the option to fully deactivate the ads, but I wish there was a better balance to begin with, so it could display content recommendations while demphasizing some of the sponsored material. For 2025, LG is touting a lot of new AI features, but most of these functions are just improved iterations of features that have already been available on past-generation TVs. For instance, there are AI picture modes that are meant to enhance the image, especially with lower-quality content, but the adjustments these modes make are unnecessary. The company has also brought back its AI Picture Wizard and added a new AI Audio Wizard. These features present you with various sample images and audio clips. Based on which ones you select, the wizard learns what kind of picture and sound settings you like the most, and then creates custom modes for you. Again, I highly recommend just using the TV's Filmmaker mode and Standard audio mode to get the most accurate playback, but if you're unhappy with how the G5 looks or sounds, this is worth playing around with. LG's remote also emphasizes AI more this year, as the microphone button has been rebranded as the AI button. Pressing it pulls up LG's AI concierge. This is supposed to present smart content recommendations based on your viewing habits, but I didn't find them to be all that useful. Holding down the AI button allows you to search with your voice or speak commands to control the TV. The G5 also supports hands-free voice search. I'm not sure what the issue was, but during my first week or so with the TV, I ran into a lot of server errors and "voice not recognized" messages when using the G5's voice search. Over time, these glitches stopped popping up, and voice search worked consistently. That said, I found the TV's voice recognition to be less accurate and slower than some competing systems, like Roku and Google TV. On the plus side, the G5 does have a new voice feature that's actually pretty cool. It's called AI voice recognition, and it automatically switches user profiles based on who speaks to the TV. So, if your spouse was using the set and you both have different profiles, once you speak to the TV, it will switch to your personalized home screen with your preferences and recommendations. Should you buy the LG G5 TV? Few TVs have left me as utterly impressed as the LG G5. Some competing high-end sets from Sony and Samsung offer better performance in certain aspects, but when looking at picture quality as a whole, the G5 is the best premium display I've seen. Panasonic is set to release a similar TV later this year, called the Z95B, so I'm curious to see how it stacks up. But for now, the G5 is the reigning king of premium TVs. Though picture performance isn't flawless, the TV's combination of pixel-level contrast and high brightness is unmatched and outweighs any shortcomings. LG's webOS interface isn't my favorite, and I did run into some software issues that ironed out over time, but it gets the job done. The new AI voice recognition feature is also a cool addition. The G5 is expensive, so it's only suited for big picture quality enthusiasts and those willing to spend extra for high-end design flourishes that you can't get on cheaper TVs. But if you fit that bill, the LG G5 TV earns my highest recommendation.
Digital Trends
11 hours ago
- Business
- Digital Trends
Save $500 on this LG 45-inch gaming monitor at Best Buy — with a catch
Gamers who are looking for a new screen for their PC gaming setup shouldn't miss Best Buy's offer for the 45-inch LG UltraGear OLED gaming monitor. From its original price of $1,700, it's available for $1,200 for huge savings of $500. There's a catch though — you'll have to be a My Best Buy Plus or Total member, as this is part of Best Buy's Member Deals Days, its version of Amazon's Prime Day that ends on Sunday. The cost of membership is dwarfed by this discount, so sign up now if you haven't already done so to take advantage of one of the most attractive monitor deals we've recently seen. Why you should buy the 45-inch LG UltraGear OLED gaming monitor Your powerful gaming desktop should be paired with a solid gaming monitor, and the 45-inch LG UltraGear OLED gaming monitor is a fantastic choice. Its OLED technology delivers intense brightness, perfect black levels, and lifelike colors, while its 800R curved screen fills your peripheral vision for complete immersion in the best PC games. The gaming monitor also features an anti-glare surface to reduce distractions, and it also runs on LG's webOS platform so you can watch your favorite streaming shows on the monitor while your computer is turned off to take a break. Two of the most important numbers for gaming monitors are their refresh rate and response time, which our computer monitor buying guide describes as how often the images are updated on the screen, and how quick image transitions are shown, respectively. The 45-inch LG UltraGear OLED gaming monitor beats our recommendations for both specifications, with a 240Hz refresh rate and a 0.03ms response time. My Best Buy Plus or Total members have the opportunity to get the 45-inch LG UltraGear OLED gaming monitor at $500 off, which lowers its price to just $1,200 from $1,700. If you haven't signed up for the membership, you can do so right now to access the huge discount. You'll have to be quick though, as the Member Deals Days sale ends on Sunday. Complete your purchase for the 45-inch LG UltraGear OLED gaming monitor as soon as possible to make sure that you enjoy the savings.
Phone Arena
11 hours ago
- Phone Arena
Will you notice this rumored big change coming to the rear panel of the M5 iPad Pro?
The 2024 M4-powered iPad Pro. | image credit-PhoneArena While many are thinking that it might be too late for Apple to release the M5-powered iPad Pro this year, the tech giant's next top-of-the-line tablet could still be released in 2025. A report out of Korea says that mass production of the tablet's OLED panels by Samsung and LG has started. The device could end up being unveiled in October or November and released in time for the 2025 holiday shopping season. Last year, Samsung supplied Apple with the OLED displays for the 11-inch M4 iPad Pro while fellow South Korean company LG produced the 13-inch OLED panel for the 2024 iPad Pro. This year, reports suggest that both LG and Samsung will each deliver 11-inch and 13-inch displays used on the iPad Pro (2025) models. Last year's iPad Pro (2024) tablets were the first from Apple to replace the LCD panels with OLED. OLED displays offer users a screen with better contrast, darker blacks, and wider viewing angles. Because OLED pixels generate their own light, no backlight is needed for OLED displays. Thus, such screens are thinner and are more flexible than LCD displays. Devices using an OLED panel can save battery life by going into Dark mode. That's because creating the color black on OLED is a matter of turning off a pixel and pixels that are turned off do not need to draw power from the battery. Apple is expected to convert the display on the iPad mini to OLED next year and do the same with the iPad Air in 2027. On the new M5 iPad Pro holding the tablet in portrait, as the M4 model is here, will turn the Apple logo on its side. | Image credit-PhoneArena The biggest change to the M5 iPad Pro tablets will be the use of the M5 processor. The latter will be manufactured by TSMC using its 3nm process node. Besides using the most advanced SoC in Apple's lineup, there is another huge change in store for the upcoming iPad Pro. Bloomberg's Mark Gurman has said that the Apple logo on the back of the tablet will now be in landscape orientation as opposed to the previous portrait orientation. Those who prefer to hold their iPad Pro in landscape mode might feel better knowing that the iconic Apple logo on the back of their tablets will match perfectly with how they are holding their premium iPads. Secure your connection now at a bargain price! We may earn a commission if you make a purchase Check Out The Offer
Telegraph
12 hours ago
- Telegraph
LG G5 TV review: The brightest OLED television I've ever seen
This article contains affiliate links. The products or services listed have been selected independently by journalists after hands-on testing or sourcing expert opinions. We may earn a commission when you click a link, buy a product or subscribe to a service. £3,099 Buy now Price at Currys What is the LG G5? LG's flagship TV is the G series, with the OLED G5 pitched as its best TV for 2025. It sits at the top of LG's range, alongside the LG OLED C5, which lies in a slightly lower position due to a different type of display, but comes with a more approachable price. The LG G has always been about slim design, for almost seamless wall-mounting, while packing in the most advanced screen technology that LG offers. In 2025, this takes a huge step forward over last year's LG G4, thanks to a new type of display, while being rivalled by the likes of the Panasonic Z95B and the Samsung S95F. The 65-inch model on review here launched at £3,299.99, so this is a high-end TV pitched towards buyers looking for the best of the best, with the promise of increased brightness, a new processor and more size options. JUMP TO How we test TVs I tested the LG G5 at home over three weeks, using it to watch a full range of content, from Ultra HD Blu-ray videos to all the streaming services and broadcast TV. I tested the gaming features, tweaked the settings and explored the software and user interface to get a real sense of what it offers, including the AI-powered personalisation options. I assessed the design and build quality, how easy it was to set up and get watching, as well as the ability to make changes to the settings while watching. I tested the speakers with a range of different content types, from streaming to advanced formats on optical discs. Why you can trust Telegraph Recommended Our tech experts continuously conduct in-depth, independent, real-world tests, scoring devices against pre-set testing metrics and industry benchmarks, so we can deliver definitive and comprehensive buying advice. Telegraph Recommended reviews are never shared with product manufacturers before publication, we don't accept payment in exchange for positive reviews, nor do we allow brands to pay for placement in our articles. Visit our Who We Are page to learn more. Design and technology Score: 9/10 LG's G series TVs launched under the banner of 'Gallery Design'. The idea was to offer flush wall mounting to lend them a seamless feel, but what the LG OLED G5 lacks compared to a high-end Samsung TV is the One Connect box. While Samsung offers various TV and audio connections in a separate box, so that only one cable needs to run to the screen, LG has more conventional connections found on the TV itself. There are two versions of the LG OLED G5, one with a stand and one without. The G5 sample I received came with the stand in a second cardboard box. While that means more packages in the delivery, the stand was already assembled, so slotting the TV on and tightening the four screws was quick and easy. The power cable is also wired in; it isn't detachable. The LG G5 has a slender metal border surrounding the screen. The top section is 14mm thin. Behind the screen, the TV expands out to 24.3mm, allowing space for speakers, connections, the wall mount and everything else. Overall, this is slimmer than the LG C5 and makes for a high-end aesthetic to match the high price. The stand doesn't swivel, but it does contain cable routing, so you won't have a mess of wires dangling down behind your TV. The full name for this TV is the LG OLED evo AI G5, and one of the new additions is the alpha 11 AI Processor Gen2, as well as a new display technology, which I'll talk about in the next section. This isn't an entirely new processor, but it does provide a step-up in processing power over the 2024 OLED G model. Picture quality Score: 10/10 The LG G5 is equipped with a 4K OLED display. It uses a new technology called Primary RGB Tandem OLED, also referred to as a 'stacked' OLED panel. Essentially, the screen is comprised of four distinct layers that each push through brighter colours. The result is a 4K TV that has all the characteristics of OLED. It controls each individual pixel for perfect light control, with the broad colour volume and richness that OLED is known for, yet now with increased brightness. This is the area where the LG G5 comes into its own, with the ability to produce some outstanding images. Fire up Thor: Ragnarok and the colours really pop, particularly in the colour chaos of Sakaar (the junk planet). There's loads of detail in the protagonist Hela's black hair, as the OLED panel handles those dark gradations with aplomb. The LG OLED G5 is available in 48, 55, 65, 77, 83 and 97-inch sizes, but it's worth noting that the 48 and 97-inch models don't use the Primary RGB Tandem OLED panel I tested, so the picture will look different. The TV supports various video formats, including Dolby Vision, HDR10 and HLG and there's also an AI option to tweak the settings to your preference, using a simple on-screen menu. LG offers a Filmmaker Mode on the OLED G5. This is noted for being the most picture-accurate way to watch movies, but many people will find it too dark. The LG OLED G5 looks better in Filmmaker Mode in normal daylight conditions than other TVs I've reviewed, but the Cinema Home setting is a little brighter, so you might prefer this in daytime viewing. In stark contrast to Samsung's matte anti-glare display, the TV has a glossy finish, but the anti-reflection coating reduces the impact of ceiling lights. It doesn't minimise reflections quite as well as the Samsung does, so I would still recommend the S95F to those wanting a premium OLED TV in a bright room with lots of windows. I also tested a wide range of content from major streaming services, including Disney+, Netflix, Prime Video and BBC iPlayer, while also testing a selection of Ultra HD Blu-ray discs. No Time To Die looked stunning, contrasting the brightness of the Italian sunshine with the soft nighttime illumination inside the hotel; it's a sumptuous feast. Meanwhile, Dune on Ultra HD Blu-ray not only delivers a visceral treat but also gives the TV's speakers a workout thanks to its heavy bass punch. Score: 8/10 The LG G5's sound system has a combined output of 60W, which is generous for a TV, but I would still consider connecting it to one of the best soundbars. If you're after the most minimal of installations, however, then the LG OLED G5 is fine. It purports to support Dolby Atmos sound out of the box, so when you start an Atmos movie, you'll see the logo flash on the screen, but you get little in the way of immersive audio from the speakers. It can't compete with the Panasonic Z95A (or the Z95B that replaces it). If you're set against adding more speakers, then I would advise you to turn on the AI Sound Pro setting. This gives the full sound range a lift, but there are other modes to explore if you prefer. While these can be used to suit different content types, such as sport, I found myself switching back to the AI Sound Pro option in most cases, since it gives the best performance from the TV's speakers overall. Operating system and usability Score: 6/10 As I said when reviewing the LG C4 in 2024, I'm not a huge fan of the WebOS software and LG's magic remote. The obtrusive banner at the top of the home page pushing promotions of LG content doesn't appeal to me, nor does the 'sponsored' screen that appears when you pause the video. The user interface is generally fiddly to use and detracts from the experience. WebOS used to be simple, but as things have been added and bolted into it over the years, it's become a bit of a mess. The home page doesn't help with content discovery or continuation, with a 'streaming' row the only nod to accessing content you might have watched before. You can't edit the services featured, and it doesn't include Netflix, either. The new voice AI is clunky, and normally, I'd recommend using Alexa, but having set this up, it didn't appear to be working. This could be a temporary problem, as it's widely reported online, but it's still a frustration on a TV at this high level. The LG Magic Remote is a pain to use. Offering gesture control, there's a pointer that will appear on screen, as well as a four-way navigation controller and a click button. In some regions, LG has replaced this remote with a simpler and flatter alternative, but not in the UK. Some will pair the LG OLED G5 with a Sky box and won't have to deal with the LG remote, but when you switch back to using the apps on the TV itself, you still have to use it. With all that said, it's easy enough to make meaningful changes to the settings fairly quickly, and the remote is universal, so it can control attached devices. Gaming and peripherals Score: 10/10 The LG G5 is well-positioned as a TV for gaming, supporting fast refresh rates up to 165Hz. These rates will suit those connecting a computer, with support for various game features including Nvidia G-Sync and AMD FreeSync technology. There's also ALLM (auto low latency) via the Game Mode TV setting, which reduces the amount of time before your inputs are registered on-screen. Supporting those elements are four HDMI 2.1 ports, one of which supports eARC for connecting to a soundbar. I connected my Xbox Series X to the LG OLED G5 and found the 120Hz gaming, combined with that great picture brightness, to be incredibly engaging. When in LG's gaming mode, the settings are replaced with a shortcuts bar, so you can quickly tinker with what you want. Technical specifications The LG G5 sits at the top of LG's television range, with the LG C5 sitting slightly lower. The LG C5 is the volume seller, based on its more approachable price, not to mention the aggressive discounting that usually follows. While at the top end, many will compare the LG G5 to the Samsung S95F, here it makes more sense to compare the LG OLED G5 to its more affordable sibling. Should you buy the LG OLED G5? The LG G5 is a breakthrough in OLED TV technology. With increased brightness, the G5 offers incredibly high-end picture performance, not just for LG but for the industry as a whole. There are rivals: the Panasonic Z95B uses the same screen technology but with a dedicated soundbar and different user interface, while the Samsung S95F offers a different approach to increased brightness but with a reflection-busting matte display. Ultimately, if picture quality is what you're after, then it's hard not to recommend the LG G5. However, this TV is expensive, and there's a reason why people flock to the LG C5 instead. It's a slight step down in performance, but when you're settling down for an evening in front of the latest blockbuster movie, you might be able to live with that. Yes, if: You want the latest OLED tech and the brightest picture You want a minimalist design You're after advanced gaming features No, if: You want great sound without a soundbar You want fuss-free software and remote control LG OLED G5 FAQs What is the difference between the LG G5, the G4 and the C5? The LG G5 updates and replaces the 2024 G4, moving to a different panel. The Micro Lens Array is gone, with Primary RGB Tandem OLED making its debut. As a result, the G5 is much brighter than the G4. The C5 sits slightly lower in LG's lineup, with less brightness, but it's cheaper as a result. How bright is the LG G5 TV? The LG G5 is 33 per cent brighter than the G4, with a peak brightness of 3,000 nits (the unit of measurement for luminance). Does the LG G5 TV come with a stand? The LG G5 is available in two different versions, either with a wall mount (which was the original design intention) or with a stand, which arrives in a separate box. The price is the same for both models. What is the best refresh rate for gaming on the LG G5? The LG OLED G5 will support up to 165Hz for gaming when connected to a PC. It will also support 120Hz gaming from the latest consoles such as the Xbox Series X and PlayStation 5.
The Independent
13 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Independent
This Panasonic deal gets customers a £100 food delivery voucher for a limited time
Panasonic has remained one of the biggest players in the television manufacturing world for decades. The brand is known across the world for a high-quality, broad range of home appliances, cameras, and, of course, TVs. Here at IndyBest, we rate Panasonic's TVs so highly that the TV-55Z95A OLED model (was £2,999.99, now £1,599.99, was named our best buy in tech critic David Phelan 's round-up of the best tried and tested 4K TVs. David found that 'Panasonic's OLED TVs have picture quality so rich and detailed it can take your breath away,' and praised the model's smooth and realistic imagery: 'from faithful skin tones to detailed shadowy areas – and it's still good for vibrant colours and deep black levels.' If you've been toying with the idea of upgrading your current TV, now's the time. There's a deal that not only gets you a discount on a great TV, but also grabs you a whopping £100 voucher on a takeaway. Two Panasonic TVs have big discounts coupled with a £100 food delivery voucher for Uber Eats, Just Eat or Deliveroo. It's the perfect deal for a big night in with your favourite takeaway, all while watching your favourite film on a picture-perfect TV. On top of that, use the code 'Z6015' at checkout and save an additional 15 per cent off your purchase, in addition to the food delivery voucher, and already existing up to £500 off. We think that's a pretty impressive deal. This huge 65' TV sees a massive discount in this deal, with £500 deducted from the list price. This exceptional TV offers bright 4K clarity, and it's compatible with Dolby Vision and Atmos for the ultimate viewing experience. If the large TV is overkill, you can get a similar deal on the 55' TV. Best of all, this TV is even cheaper, coming in at under £1000. If you've got your heart set on a different model, fear not, as there are other ways to save. Those who have access to Student Beans, a Blue Light Card, health service discount, defence discount service, discount for carers, discount for teachers or charity worker discounts can also enjoy 15 per cent off select purchases across Panasonic.
