TVs · Head-to-head
LG C6 OLED vs LG G6 OLED
The short answer
LG C6 OLED and LG G6 OLED finish almost level in our scoring (9.2 vs 9.2 out of 10), so the right pick depends on what you value most. LG C6 OLED is stronger on value. LG G6 OLED is stronger on hdr & bright-room performance and processing & motion.
Scores by criterion
| Criterion | LG C6 OLED | LG G6 OLED |
|---|---|---|
| Picture Quality | 9.5Editorial score for contrast, black level, color, uniformity, viewing characteristics and overall image fidelity. | 9.8Editorial score for contrast, black level, color, uniformity, viewing characteristics and overall image fidelity. |
| HDR & Bright-Room Performance | 9.0Editorial score for HDR impact, brightness and reflection handling. | 9.6Editorial score for HDR impact, brightness and reflection handling. |
| Processing & Motion | 9.2Editorial score for upscaling, motion, low-quality content and sports handling. | 9.5Editorial score for upscaling, motion, low-quality content and sports handling. |
| Gaming & Connectivity | 9.8Editorial score for refresh rate, HDMI 2.1, VRR, ALLM and gaming flexibility. | 9.8Editorial score for refresh rate, HDMI 2.1, VRR, ALLM and gaming flexibility. |
| Features & Usability | 9.2Editorial score for smart platform, HDR formats, tuner/casting features and everyday usability. | 9.2Editorial score for smart platform, HDR formats, tuner/casting features and everyday usability. |
| Value | 8.3Editorial score for performance relative to the current 65-inch market price used in this comparison. | 6.4Editorial score for performance relative to the current 65-inch market price used in this comparison. |
Specifications
| Spec | LG C6 OLED | LG G6 OLED |
|---|---|---|
| Display Technology | OLED | OLED |
| Panel / Backlight Type | OLED evo | OLED evo / Hyper Radiant Color |
| Resolution | 3840 x 2160 | 3840 x 2160 |
| Available Screen Sizes | 42, 48, 55, 65, 77, 83 inches | 55, 65, 77, 83, 97 inches |
| Reference Screen Size | 65 inches | 65 inches |
| Native Refresh Rate | 165 Hz | 165 Hz |
| Max 4K Refresh Rate | 165 Hz | 165 Hz |
| HDMI Ports | 4 | 4 |
| HDMI 2.1 Ports | 4 | 4 |
| VRR | Yes | Yes |
| ALLM | Yes | Yes |
| Dolby Vision | Yes | Yes |
| HDR10+ | No | No |
| Local Dimming | No | No |
| Screen Finish / Reflection Treatment | Glossy OLED with anti-reflection treatment | Reflection Free Premium |
| Smart Platform | webOS | webOS |
LG C6 OLED
Pros
- Excellent OLED contrast and picture quality
- 165Hz VRR gaming with four HDMI 2.1 ports
- Dolby Vision support and strong current 65-inch value
Cons
- Not as bright as the flagship G6 in demanding bright-room HDR
- OLED still requires reasonable care around persistent static content
LG G6 OLED
Pros
- Outstanding premium OLED picture quality and brightness
- Reflection Free Premium treatment helps in brighter rooms
- 165Hz gaming with broad HDMI 2.1 support
Cons
- Substantially more expensive than the C6
- 65-inch version is designed around wall mounting and premium installation
Both products are part of our guide Best TVs of 2026, where you can see every pick, how we score and current prices from each retailer.