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Tom's Guide
20-05-2025
- Business
- Tom's Guide
Not a typo! The LG 65-inch C4 OLED TV just crashed to $1,296 ahead of memorial day sales — that's a new all-time low
We're less than a week out from official Memorial Day sales, but I don't recommend waiting any longer to jump on this deal. Right now one of our favorite OLED TVs has seen a massive price cut at Amazon, bringing it to a new all-time low price. For a limited time, you can get LG C4 4K OLED TVs on sale from $796 at Amazon. This is the lowest starting price I've ever seen for LG's enduringly popular OLED. While Amazon lists this as a $100 discount, the 42-inch LG C4 cost $1,499.99 at launch, meaning it's since dropped in price by over $700. There are even bigger discounts up for grabs on larger sizes. LG C4 4K OLED TV sale: deals from $796 @ AmazonThe C4 is LG's flagship OLED TV. It's powered by LG's A9 processor and features a 120Hz panel, Dolby Vision/ HDR10/HLG support, built-in Amazon Alexa, four HDMI 2.1 ports and Apple AirPlay 2 support. It's also one of the few OLED TVs that can natively accept a 144Hz input from a PC. In our LG C4 OLED TV review, we said the content looked colorful and dazzlingly bright on the new C4 series.42" for $79648" for $89655" for $1,196 65" for $1,29677" for $1,99683" for $2,996 When we checked this model out last year in our LG C4 4K OLED TV review, we called it 'the new gold standard for OLED TVs.' It's important to note that the newer LG C5 OLED TV is now available and it's a nice step up, hence why we now rank it as the best OLED TV you can buy. But you can save a ton by shopping last year's TV models, and the LG C4 provides incredible value for money with this discount. In our tests, the LG C4 OLED delivered incredible picture quality with gorgeous color and contrast. It even hit an impressive peak brightness of 1,049 nits. In short, everything we viewed on this screen looked terrific, and this was true no matter where we sat in the room thanks to this TV's excellent viewing angles. We also rank the LG C4 OLED as one of the best gaming TVs. It sports four HDMI 2.1 ports and a refresh rate of up to 144Hz when used as a PC gaming monitor. Plus, we saw a super low lag time of 9.2ms with Boost mode turned on, which meant gameplay felt snappy and responsive. The LG C4 OLED isn't all perfect. Its sound quality is just average, so audiophiles will probably want to add one of the best soundbars. There's also no ATSC 3.0 tuner for over-the-air 4K TV broadcasts. But this TV is still an incredible buy at this price, so I highly recommend picking one up before this deal disappears. If you're still looking for your perfect TV, check out our Memorial Day TV sales coverage. Plus, see the Carhartt Memorial Day deals I'd buy from $11.
Scottish Sun
14-05-2025
- Business
- Scottish Sun
Currys launches May Deals sale: Save 30% on Apple and Shark
*If you click on a link in this article, we may earn affiliate revenue. SERIOUS SAVINGS Currys launches May Deals sale: Save 30% on Apple and Shark Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Currys is bringing the heat this May with their latest mega sale, slashing prices by up to 30% on some big-name brands. Apple, Shark, Bose, LG: they're on all sale in the A-May-Zing Deals sale at Currys. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 11 Grab huge savings this bank holiday at Currys PC World Currys Epic Deals sale Whether you're after the latest Apple gear, a Shark vacuum that actually picks up your pet's ridiculous amount of hair, or kitchen gadgets that'll make your life easier, Currys has dropped prices across the board. Let's be honest - when you need decent tech that won't conk out after five minutes, Currys is usually where you end up. And when they launch a proper sale like this, it's worth taking a peek. The best bit? Their price match promise means if you spot the same thing cheaper elsewhere, they'll match it. No faff, no arguing with staff - just the same price. This sale is already causing quite a stir - some items are flying off the virtual shelves faster than day-old bread at the supermarket, so you might want to get in quick! We've done the hard work and rounded up our top picks below, so you don't have to waste hours scrolling through hundreds of products. Quick shopping tip: Always check the final checkout price including delivery (those charges can turn a bargain into a right rip-off). And remember - if you weren't already planning to buy it, it's not really a saving, is it? Currys May Deals LG C4 55" OLED evo AI 4K HDR Smart TV, £1,079 (was £1,399) 11 This is the sort of TV that'll make your mates really jealous when they come round for movie night. LG C4 55" OLED TV £1,079 (was £1,399) What's the deal? Currys has slashed £320 off this stunning LG C4 OLED, bringing it down from an eye-watering £1,399 to a slightly-more-digestible £1,079. Why it's a great buy: This isn't just any old screen - LG's C4 OLED uses those fancy self-lit pixels that tech nerds get all excited about. What that means for normal people is perfect blacks (proper black, not that wishy-washy dark grey most TVs give you) and highlights that actually pop. The magic happens thanks to the beefy a9 AI processor working overtime behind the scenes, upscaling everything you watch so even those episodes of Friends you've seen 500 times look better than ever. For movie buffs, the Filmmaker Mode turns off all that weird processing that makes films look like cheap soap operas, while gamers will love the 4K@144Hz support that makes your PS5 or Xbox Series X absolutely sing. Sound-wise, you're getting Dolby Atmos that creates that proper immersive experience where you're convinced someone's creeping up behind you during tense scenes. The best bit? It's ridiculously thin - we're talking supermodel thin - so it'll look really swish mounted on your wall. And with Netflix, Disney+ and all the other streaming services built in, you'll never run out of things to watch. BOSE QuietComfort SC Wireless Bluetooth Noise-Cancelling Headphones, £189 (was £319) 11 Still not cheap-as-chips, but we're talking Bose quality here, not some dodgy knockoffs you'd regret buying after a week. BOSE QuietComfort SC Bluetooth Headphones £189 (was £319) What's the deal? Currys has knocked a massive £130 off these premium Bose cans - that's a 40% discount that takes them from £319 down to £189. Why it's a great buy: When the world's driving you mad, there's nothing better than slipping on a pair of proper noise-cancelling headphones and pretending everyone else has disappeared. These Bose beauties excel at exactly that, with top-notch active noise cancelling that blocks out everything from screaming kids to that colleague who won't stop banging on about their weekend. The sound quality is spot-on too - whether you're into Taylor Swift or Slipknot, the adjustable EQ through the Bose app lets you tweak everything just how you like it. Battery life is a solid 24 hours, and a quick 15-minute charge gives you another 2.5 hours when you're caught short. The plush ear cushions mean you can wear them all day without your ears feeling like they've been in a vice, and handy features like Spotify Tap let you control your tunes without fishing your phone out of your pocket. APPLE MacBook Air 13.6" (2024), £971.97 (was £1,499) 11 That's over a third off Apple's sleek laptop, bringing it down from an eye-watering £1,499 to a much more palatable £971.97. APPLE MacBook Air 13.6" £971.97 (was £1,499) What's the deal? Currys has absolutely slashed the price of this gorgeous M3-powered MacBook Air, knocking a whopping £527 off the original price tag. Why it's a great buy: If you've been umming and ahhing about upgrading your knackered old laptop, this is your sign to grab one of the best laptop deals right now. The M3 chip makes this thing properly rapid - we're talking 1.6x faster than the M1 model, so whether you're editing videos or just have 50 Chrome tabs open (no judgment), it'll handle whatever you throw at it. The 13.6" Liquid Retina display is an absolute stunner, showing a billion colours that make Netflix binges look really cinematic. And forget about being tethered to a plug - the massive 18-hour battery life means you can work all day without frantically searching for a socket. The whole package is wrapped up in that trademark Apple aluminium body that's ridiculously thin and somehow doesn't even need a fan. For under a grand, you're getting Apple's newest tech without the usual eye-watering price - a proper steal if you ask us. SHARK Stratos Plus IZ400UK Cordless Vacuum Cleaner, £199.99 (was £349.99) 11 If your current vacuum's on its last legs (or you're just sick of tripping over that cord), now's the time to upgrade. SHARK Stratos Plus Cordless Vacuum £199.99 (was £349.99) What's the deal? Currys has taken £150 off this top-notch Shark vacuum, bringing it down from a hefty £349.99 to a much more wallet-friendly £199.99. That's a proper 43% discount - nearly half price for one of Shark's best cordless models. Why it's a great buy: Let's be honest - is there anything more annoying than having to cut tangled hair out of your vacuum roller? With this Shark, you can wave goodbye to that grim job thanks to its Anti Hair Wrap Plus tech that handles pet hair, long locks and short strands without getting all clogged up. The clever Clean Sense IQ feature actually detects when there's more dirt and automatically ramps up the power - perfect for those mystery carpet stains the kids swear they know nothing about. You'll get a solid 60 minutes of run time, which is plenty to sort the whole house without that panicky dash to the charger. The bendy Flexology design means it actually reaches under the sofa (where all those missing snacks are hiding), and those LED headlights expose all the dust you wish you couldn't see. At this price, it's a proper bargain for a vacuum that actually does what it promises. LG TurboWash F4Y513WWLN1 Washing Machine, £499 (was £749) 11 That's a proper third off a top-notch LG model that'll have your laundry pile sorted in no time. LG TurboWLG TurboWash Washing Machine £499 (was £749) What's the deal? Currys has knocked £250 off this beast of a washing machine, bringing it down from £749 to £499. Why it's a great buy: Doing laundry is about as exciting as watching paint dry, which is why this LG's TurboWash feature is an absolute game-changer. It blitzes through a half load in just 39 minutes, perfect for when you've suddenly remembered you need that specific shirt for tomorrow. The clever AI tech actually works out what fabrics you've chucked in there and adjusts everything to stop your fancy clothes getting ruined - because no one needs their whites turning pink or jumpers shrinking to doll size. With its massive 13kg drum (that's about 65 T-shirts in one go!), it's perfect for families who generate laundry mountains daily. The steam function zaps allergens and keeps baby clothes super soft, while the extra-wide door means you can stuff in king-size bedding without an undignified wrestling match. SAMSUNG Galaxy Watch Ultra, £449 (was £599) 11 A solid 25% discount on tech this new is nothing to sniff at. SAMSUNG Galaxy Watch Ultra £449 (was £599) What's the deal? Samsung's brand-new premium smartwatch is £150 cheaper, bringing it down from an eye-watering £599 to a slightly more digestible £449. Why it's a great buy: If your idea of a good time involves scaling mountains rather than bingeing Netflix, this is the watch for you. The Ultra's titanium casing is properly hard-core - tested to military standards for extreme conditions that would make your iPhone have a meltdown. For the adventure junkies, there's even an emergency siren that can be heard up to 180 metres away - perfect for when you're lost in the wilderness or just can't find your mates at a festival. The clever BioActiveSensor tracks everything from your heart rate to how badly you're sleeping after those midweek pints, while the beefy 48-hour battery life means it won't conk out halfway up a mountain. The dual GPS works even in built-up areas and dense forests, and it's water resistant to 100 metres - so whether you're wild swimming or just forgot to take it off before jumping in the shower, it's got you covered. For fitness fanatics with cash to spare, this is a serious bit of kit that's actually worth the splurge. ACER Aspire Spin 14 14" 2 in 1 Laptop, £549 (was £799) 11 That's a proper 31% discount on a device that can't decide if it's a laptop or a tablet - but in a good way! ACER Aspire Spin 14 14" 2 in 1 Laptop £549 (was £799) What's the deal? There's £250 off this versatile Acer laptop, bringing it down from £799 to a more wallet-friendly £549. Why it's a great buy: Can't choose between a laptop for proper work and a tablet for Netflix binges? With this Acer, you don't have to. The clever 360° hinge lets you flip it into whatever position you fancy - from traditional laptop to full-on tablet mode or anything in between. The 14" Full HD+ touchscreen is perfect for both creative work (hello, budding TikTok stars) and binge-watching your latest obsession in proper detail. With the Intel Core 5 processor and a generous 16GB of RAM, it'll handle all your everyday tasks without having a meltdown when you open one too many browser tabs. The 512GB SSD means your apps load in a flash, while the fingerprint reader lets you log in without the faff of typing passwords. At this price, you're getting a proper versatile bit of kit that'll handle whatever you throw at it - whether that's spreadsheets for work or scrolling through social media on the sofa. SAGE the Barista Touch Coffee Machine, £799.99 (was £1,049.99) 11 If you're fed up of dropping a fiver a day at Costa, this beauty might actually save you money in the long run. SAGE the Barista Touch Coffee Machine £799.99 (was £1,049.99) What's the deal? This proper coffee snob's dream machine is £250 cheaper, bringing it down from an eye-watering £1,049.99 to a more reasonable £799.99. Why it's a great buy: We all fancy ourselves as a bit of a barista after watching too many episodes of Friends. This Sage machine actually lets you live out that fantasy without the faff of a proper commercial setup taking over your kitchen. The fancy touchscreen lets you fiddle with every aspect of your brew - strength, milk texture, temperature - until it's exactly how you like it. Even better, you can save up to 8 different coffee profiles, so everyone in the house can have their perfect cup without the morning arguments. The clever auto steam wand creates that Instagram-worthy microfoam for your latte art attempts (even if they still look more like blobs than swans), and then - get this - it cleans itself afterwards! No more crusty milk residue! And the ThermoJet system heats up in just three seconds, which means you can go from bleary-eyed zombie to caffeinated human in record time. For coffee fanatics who take their morning brew seriously, this is the real deal at a slightly less painful price. HISENSE 55-inch U7NQTUK Smart 4K Mini LED TV, £599 (was £799) 11 This Mini LED stunner brings cinema-quality viewing to your living room without breaking the bank. Credit: Hisense HISENSE 55-inch U7NQTUK Smart 4K Mini LED TV, £599 (was £799) What's the deal? Bag this Hisense 55-inch smart TV for £599 – a brilliant £200 off the normal £799 price tag. Why it's a good buy: This telly is a total bargain for what you're getting. The Mini LEDs create stunning contrast across hundreds of dimming zones, so you get pitch-black shadows next to bright highlights in every scene. Quantum Dot tech pumps out a billion colours that make nature shows and football matches look incredible, and you get Dolby Atmos sound, super-smooth 144Hz for gaming, and all the premium HDR formats without the premium price tag. The built-in Freely service dishes up loads of content without needing an aerial – perfect if you're cutting the cord! NINJA Woodfire OG701UK Outdoor Electric BBQ Grill & Smoker, £249.99 (was £349.99) 11 A versatile outdoor cooking station that brings proper smoky flavour without the faff of traditional BBQs. Credit: Ninja NINJA Woodfire OG701UK Outdoor Electric BBQ Grill & Smoker £249.99 (was £349.99) What's the deal? Snap up this NINJA Woodfire BBQ Grill & Smoker for £249.99 – a solid £100 off the usual £349.99! Why it's a good buy: This Ninja is a total game-changer for garden cooking. You get that authentic smoky BBQ taste from real wood pellets, but with the ease of electric power – no more gas running out mid-cookout! The 7-in-1 design means you can grill, bake, roast and even air fry outdoors. The built-in fan ensures food cooks evenly, while the non-stick grill and removable tray make cleanup a breeze. With room for 8 burgers or 2 racks of ribs, it's perfect for summer get-togethers – just plug it in and you're away! Does Currys give NHS or Blue Light discounts? Absolutely! Currys is well in on the Blue Light Card scheme - good news if you're in the NHS, emergency services, social care, or the armed forces. For a £4.99 membership, you'll bag access to tons of discounts, including 10% off Dyson vacuum cleaners (handy if you've got pets that shed everywhere!). If you're NHS staff, check out the Health Service Discounts platform too. You can score 5% off big kitchen appliances - perfect if your washing machine's on its last legs. There's also GoCertify discounts like £15 off when you spend over £199, and 10% off certain TVs. You can use these discounts both online and in-store. If you're shopping in person, just flash your NHS ID when paying. The exact offers change quite a bit, so it's worth checking the Blue Light Card website for the latest deals before you buy anything.
Yahoo
15-04-2025
- Yahoo
The LG C5 OLED is 5-star TV — but I would buy this instead
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. We recently published our LG C5 OLED review, and with it came heaps of testing data and hands-on reporting about LG's latest mid-range OLED. Spoiler alert: It's a stunning TV that our own Matthew Murray calls 'nearly flawless.' Despite the eye-popping picture, the praiseworthy set of features and our much-deserved accolade, I think there's an LG OLED more worthy of your dollar right now: the LG C4. Both sets are among the best OLED TVs you can buy, but there are three factors that push the C4 over the top: its performance, features and price relative to the C5. Let's start with performance. These two TVs have plenty in common when it comes to picture quality, but that's a good thing — they're both incredible-looking TVs. From a hardware perspective, there's not much of a difference between their displays. Each TV leverages a WOLED panel and neither of them makes use of additional display enhancements, like quantum dots or LG Display's Micro Lens Array (MLA) technology. Here's a chart that shows how they measure up based on our test results. The newer C5 is on the left side of the chart. These are fantastic test results, but there's not much of a difference between the two TVs. Let me start by saying that these are fantastic test results for OLEDs in this class. These are well-engineered TVs that put performance first, and these results line up with our real-world testing in watching movies and shows. However, there's not much of a difference between the two. The C5 gets brighter in both SDR and HDR, but I'd wager that most viewers wouldn't notice a difference unless the two sets were sitting side by side. In HDR, the C5's increase in brightness will manifest mostly in small highlights (the reflection of sunlight on water, for instance). According to our testing, the C5 offers slightly better color volume, too. But as is the case with brightness, I'd only expect the most eagle-eyed of viewers to even notice a difference. The same can be said for out-of-the-box accuracy. Gamers needn't fear that they're missing out on a snappier C5 experience — both of these OLEDs offer nearly identical input lag, and because they both settle below 10ms, gaming is buttery smooth on both TVs. The story's the same when comparing each TV's bells and whistles. If you're planning on using your next TV as a daily driver for all of your streaming needs, the C5 and the C4 deliver a largely similar experience. Each set comes with LG's webOS built in, and despite the fact that the C5 is running the latest version (webOS 25), LG's commitment to offering five years of major webOS updates means the C4 will eventually grow into webOS 25. C4 owners won't be getting the newest generation of LG's Alpha 9 AI processor, and you might decide that its added enhancements are worth the upgrade — namely AI-based, voice recognition features and an AI chatbot — but those wouldn't move the needle for me. Gamers probably won't notice a difference between these TVs. Both of them offer a full suite of HDMI 2.1 inputs and support 4K gaming at both 120Hz and 144Hz. Ditto for features like Variable Refresh Rate (VRR), AMD FreeSync Premium and Nvidia G-Sync compatibility. With Dolby Vision support in tow, select Dolby Vision titles will be looking their best, too. In moving through each TV's menu systems and smart platforms, you might notice a minor difference here and there. When taken as a whole, however, these TVs offer a near-identical set of features for streaming, gaming or just making minor adjustments to the picture. But there's one aspect of the C5 and C4 that couldn't be further apart: their price. At the time of publishing, a brand-new, 65-inch LG C5 OLED is $2,699. It's a pricey the other hand, the 65-inch LG C4 is just $1,396 on Amazon right now. That's right: It's a full $1,300 cheaper than its successor. What does that $1,300 net you at a 65-inch size point? A slightly brighter picture, a handful of AI-based features and an updated remote control. Now, to be fair, you might be shopping for a 55- or 77-inch OLED TV. But even still, the difference in price between the C4 and C5 at these size points is about $800 and $1,500, respectively. One could argue that the biggest benefit of spending more on the C5 is intangible; you get the newest version of a really good TV, and in the process, you earn the peace of mind that comes with getting the newest and best version of something. I'm certainly not immune to the ever-beckoning allure of the new and shiny, and the C5 OLED is shiny in all the right ways, but the difference in price here is tough to ignore. At a time when our budget for luxury goods like TVs is tighter than ever, know that you can get 99% of the performance from a TV that costs half the price should make a lot of shoppers very happy. They're both incredible TVs, but I know which one I'd buy. LG C5 OLED TV review LG C5 OLED vs C4 OLED: What's the difference? It looks like the beginning of the end for QD-OLED TVs
Yahoo
10-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
LG C5 vs Sony Bravia 8: which OLED TV should you buy?
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Screen size: 65in (also available in 42in, 48in, 55in, 77in, 83in)HDMI inputs: x4 (4 x 48Gbps HDMI 2.1)Gaming features: 4K/120Hz, 4K/144Hz, VRR, ALLM, Dolby Vision game mode, HGiGDimensions (hwd, without stand): 83 x 144 x 4.5cm This is a big improvement on the C3. It's brighter and sharper, with richer tones and more vibrant colours. It can't compete with the stunning brightness of the G4, but then it is a fair bit cheaper. We expect that price to tumble soon, too. View Deal Screen size: 65in (also available in 55in, 77in, 83in and 97in)HDMI inputs: x4 (4 x 48Gbps HDMI 2.1)Gaming features: 4K/120Hz, 4K/144Hz, VRR, ALLM, Dolby Vision game mode, HGiGDimensions (hwd, without stand): 145 x 84 x 5.7cm Once again, the MLA-boosted screen of LG's G-Series model has brightness to spare, and easily competes with the best premium TVs from rival brands. It's notably more vibrant in darker scenes, and while the audio still leaves a lot to be desired, that's easily fixed with a soundbar. View Deal There's never been a better time to buy one of the best TVs. With competition hotting up from every angle, there's no shortage of premium screens vying for that coveted spot in your living room. If you've done some research, chances are you've probably got some OLED offerings from LG and Sony on your shortlist, which is why we're comparing the LG C5 against the Sony Bravia 8 – two top-notch OLED TVs that have plenty going for them. We've thoroughly tested both models to deliver an in-depth comparison – the only thing we don't know at the time of writing is the price of the LG C5, but we'll be sure to update this feature as soon as we're graced with that information. OLED TV pricing varies considerably throughout the year, with manufacturers following different approaches to discounting that can significantly impact value. For context, the Sony Bravia 8 launched with these prices across its size range: Sony Bravia 8 55-inch: £2199 / $2000 / AU$3495 Sony Bravia 8 65-inch: £2699 / $2800 / AU$4495 Sony Bravia 8 77-inch: £3999 / $3900 / AU$6995 While these figures represented a reduction from the A80L's launch prices, they positioned the Bravia 8 at a higher price point than comparable LG models. The pricing gap between Sony and LG models has been observed across multiple generations of their respective OLED lineups. For the LG C5, while official pricing hasn't been announced yet, we can look to the C4's launch prices for guidance: LG C4 42-inch: £1400 / $1499 / AU$2199 LG C4 48-inch: £1500 / $1599 / AU$2499 LG C4 55-inch: £1900 / $1999 / AU$3299 LG C4 65-inch: £2700 / $2699 / AU$4299 LG C4 77-inch: £3800 / $3699 / AU$5999 LG C4 83-inch: £6000 / $5399 / AU$7999 The C4 launched at lower prices than the C3 in the UK and Australia, which suggests LG may continue this competitive approach with the C5. A significant advantage for the LG C5 is its broader size range – offering models from 42 inches up to 83 inches. This variety provides options for diverse living spaces and budgets that the Bravia 8, which starts at 55 inches, simply can't match. Both manufacturers offer price reductions throughout the product lifecycle, particularly during major sales events. Based on previous generations, we expect both TVs to see substantial discounts, with the LG potentially reaching more accessible price points. The Sony Bravia 8 maintains the elegant aesthetics of its predecessor, the A80L. It has a rather fetching textured pattern on the rear panel that's been refined to sit more flush against walls when mounted, and the foot stands have been thoughtfully redesigned with a flatter top and slimmer profile to better accommodate soundbars. These feet offer multiple position options too – they can be placed centrally or at the corners, and at two different heights, providing versatility for different furniture and audio setups. LG has largely stuck with the C4's design language for its C5 model – namely, a super-slim profile for most of the chassis, with a modest enclosure housing connections and processing components at the bottom of the rear panel. The 55-inch C5 we reviewed features narrow bezels and a central pedestal stand that, while stylish, may limit soundbar placement options due to its outward taper. Larger models of the C5 have a different stand design where this won't be as much of an issue When it comes to remotes, Sony includes a plastic controller that, while lacking the premium feel of some competitors, does offer a backlight and a well-designed button layout. LG's Magic Remote adds a new AI shortcut button and updated input functionality, but frustratingly still lacks backlit buttons – a surprising omission at this price point. The Bravia 8 packs the power of Sony's formidable Bravia XR processor, which uses AI smarts to enhance picture processing for more authentic visuals. While it doesn't feature cutting-edge MLA, 4th Gen OLED or QD-OLED technology, Sony claims a 10% increase in panel brightness over its own A80L model. LG's C5, on the other hand, is powered by the Alpha 9 Gen 8 processor, which also has AI-enhanced processing in its arsenal. Like the Bravia 8, the C5 sticks with conventional WOLED technology rather than adopting the newer MLA or LG's own four-stack panels found in premium models like the LG G5. Still, LG claims brightness improvements over the C4, achieved through its Brightness Booster technology, rather than physical panel enhancements like a heatsink. As for gaming, the LG C5 maintains LG's excellent credentials with four HDMI 2.1 ports supporting 4K/144Hz, VRR, ALLM, and Dolby Vision gaming – one of the most complete gaming packages available on any TV. The Bravia 8 offers solid gaming support but with a key limitation – only two of its four HDMI inputs meet the HDMI 2.1 standard, and one of those doubles as the eARC connection. The TV supports 4K/120Hz (rather than 144Hz), VRR, ALLM, and Dolby Vision gaming. On the OS front, the C5 runs webOS 25, LG's latest smart platform. This iteration introduces enhanced AI features, including an intuitive chatbot for troubleshooting and settings adjustments via natural language commands. The platform also adds voice profile recognition and gaming-focused apps like the Xbox app for cloud gaming. Sony opts for Google TV, providing access to a comprehensive range of streaming services including UK-specific options like BBC iPlayer, ITV X, Channel 4, and Channel 5. The platform is well-designed and responsive, making content discovery relatively straightforward. Both TVs support HDR10, HLG, and Dolby Vision formats, though neither offers HDR10+. Both also include Dolby Atmos compatibility through their respective eARC connections. Both televisions deliver exceptional picture quality with 4K HDR content, though with slightly different characteristics that may appeal to different viewers. The Sony Bravia 8, for instance, excels in delivering a wonderfully natural image with exceptional motion handling. Its picture is remarkably sharp with outstanding light control that creates a compelling sense of three-dimensionality. The Bravia 8 handles skin tones with a touch more red than its predecessor, resulting in more lifelike human subjects. Black levels remain outstanding too, with excellent shadow detail, while highlights maintain impressive detail rather than clipping to white. The LG C5, in contrast, offers a richly saturated picture that balances vibrancy with authenticity. Its colours appear punchy and dynamic without crossing into artificiality, with particularly strong performance in low-light scenes where colour volume remains impressive. The picture exhibits excellent solidity and three-dimensionality, with subjects clearly delineated against backgrounds without appearing artificially enhanced. The C5's brightness improvements are most noticeable in highlight details, where it retains more information in the brightest portions of the image. As for Dolby Vision content, both TVs shine. The Bravia 8 delivers a compelling image in Dolby Vision Bright mode, with the dynamic metadata helping to optimize scene-by-scene performance. The C5 handles the format equally well, with its Filmmaker Mode now supporting Dolby Vision for the most accurate presentation. For HD and SDR content, both televisions perform admirably, though with slight differences in approach. The Bravia 8 upscales Full HD material with excellent sharpness while maintaining the natural film grain when present. However, some black crush can occur in particularly dark scenes, slightly compromising shadow detail. The LG C5 handles upscaling with impressive retention of detail, avoiding unwanted artifacts or noise in challenging content. Fabric textures and subtle details remain clearly visible, and the TV's enhanced brightness capabilities add impact even to standard dynamic range content. Neither TV will replace a dedicated sound system, but there are notable differences in their audio capabilities. The Sony Bravia 8 uses the company's Acoustic Surface Audio+ technology, which uses actuators to vibrate the entire screen to generate sound. While slightly bass-light compared to some competitors, it offers excellent control and precision. The sound follows on-screen action with remarkable accuracy, creating a spacious and immersive audio experience despite the physical limitations of TV speakers. The LG C5 delivers acceptable audio for casual viewing with clear dialogue reproduction. However, it lacks low-end impact, and its projection capabilities are limited, with height effects seeming confined to the top edge of the TV. The AI Sound mode, unfortunately, introduces harshness that detracts from the overall listening experience – so much so, that What HiFi? Editor in Chief Alastair Stevenson has penned his thoughts on why the LG C5 is a great example of why he wants OLED TV makers to ditch built-in speakers altogether. Both the LG C5 and Sony Bravia 8 are excellent OLED TV options, albeit ones with distinct strengths that will appeal to different users. The LG C5 offers a more complete feature set, particularly for gamers, with its four HDMI 2.1 ports and 144Hz support. It's also available in more size options, including smaller 42 and 48-inch variants that might better suit certain spaces. Picture-wise, it delivers slightly punchier highlights and excellent low-light colour volume, that makes it particularly well-suited to movie watching in darker rooms. The Sony Bravia 8 counters with a more versatile stand design, superior audio performance, and picture quality that prioritises natural reproduction and exceptional motion handling. Its Google TV platform is intuitive and well-stocked with apps, though it falls short of LG's offering in gaming support with just two HDMI 2.1 ports. For most users, particularly gamers or those seeking a smaller OLED TV, the LG C5 represents the more versatile choice – assuming its pricing remains competitive with the outgoing C4 model. However, viewers who prioritize motion handling, prefer a more natural image, or appreciate superior built-in audio might find the Sony Bravia 8 better suits their needs. Once we have a final price from LG for its C5 range, we'll be updating our thoughts with more accurate value in mind, so stay tuned. MORE: Read our full Sony Bravia 8 review Our rundown of the best LG TVs you can buy Our full LG C5 review
