While the LG CX OLED is significantly more expensive than many 4K LED TVs of the same size, the difference in picture quality is immediately noticeable due to the OLED panel s self-illuminating pixels. Because each pixel on an OLED display can be lit individually, black portions of the screen will remain pitch black during dark scenes, avoiding the cloudy grey halo effect that occurs on a back-lit LED TV. The infinite contrast ratio also helps enhance high dynamic range (HDR) formats like HDR10 and Dolby Vision, which have become the new standard for streaming shows and video games.
Along with being our top rated OLED TV, the LG CX has also built a reputation as an impressive gaming monitor. LG s CX boasts a native 120Hz refresh rate and HDMI 2.1 ports, allowing PCs and next-gen consoles, like the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X, to run at a faster frame rate. This leads to smoother looking gameplay when compared to older T
LG's 2021 4K and 8K TVs are starting to roll out. This year the LCD includes a QNED line with Mini LED tech and the OLED TVs are getting cheaper than ever.
Meanwhile, the 99 Series 8K TV is one of LG s first QNED displays, which promises improvements over last year s NanoCell TVs, thanks to the addition of quantum dots and Mini LED. Those jargony terms might seem complicated, but the take home message is that QNED is designed to provide better contrast and richer colors.
Though we ll need more in-depth time with each display to offer a full verdict, both TVs left a strong first impression.
What is OLED evo?
LG s OLED TVs consistently rank among the best displays you can buy, and for 2021, the company s new G1 OLED evo 4K TV could be its best yet. The evo part of the name is meant to signify that the display presents an evolution in OLED performance, particularly when it comes to brightness.
The TVs Coming in 2021
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Just days into the new year, we already have a good idea of what TV buyers can expect in 2021, starting with more 8K sets from a number of brands, more LCD sets that use Mini LEDs in backlights, plus a few more companies offering OLED TVs.
Shoppers can also expect to see more jumbo-sized TVs many with screens that measure 85 inches or more at more affordable prices.
Many of the details about 2021 TV lineups were announced this week at CES, the annual consumer electronics trade show that this year is being held virtually.