Technology

OLED: Perfect blacks, per-pixel contrast

OLED is the reference technology for contrast. Every pixel is its own light source, so blacks are truly black and there's no backlight to bloom around bright objects. The trade-off is peak brightness — OLED still trails premium Mini LED and QD-OLED in bright rooms.

Top picks

1OLED·2024

LG OLED B4

Entry-level OLED

$1,299
65
Entry-level OLEDGreat valueDolby Vision
2OLED·2025

LG OLED C6

Perfect blacks

$2,199
65
Perfect blacksDolby Vision4× HDMI 2.1
3OLED·2025

LG OLED G6 Gallery

MLA panel

$4,499
77
MLA panel1500+ nitsFlush wall mount
ModelTechSizePeak nitsHDMI 2.1Price
LG OLED B4OLED657004×$1,299
LG OLED C6OLED6510004×$2,199
LG OLED G6 GalleryOLED7715004×$4,499

Why this matters

Strengths: Infinite contrast, true black; No blooming or backlight halos; Wide viewing angle.

Weaknesses: Lower peak brightness than QD-OLED / Mini LED; Static-image burn-in risk over years.

Best for: Dark and dim living rooms, film-first viewers. Expect to pay: $1,200–$3,500 (55–77″).

Frequently asked questions

Is OLED worth it?

OLED is the right pick when your priority is: dark and dim living rooms, film-first viewers. It's the wrong pick when another tech beats it on your top priority — the comparison pages below show exactly when that flip happens.

What are the downsides of OLED?

Lower peak brightness than QD-OLED / Mini LED Static-image burn-in risk over years

How much should I spend on a OLED TV?

Typical 55–77″ OLED pricing: $1,200–$3,500 (55–77″). Below that range you're usually buying older stock; above it you're paying for size or brand rather than panel.

How is the TV Sizer recommendation calculated?

Every recommendation combines your viewing distance, room lighting, primary use and budget. Sizes come from THX and SMPTE field-of-view standards; technology ranking uses documented panel behaviour in each lighting condition.

Are these TVs available in my country?

Availability and pricing vary by market. Use the market selector on the TV Decision Assistant to see the exact models sold locally and current retailer offers.

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Not sure which TV fits your room?

Run the TV Sizer calculator for a distance-based size recommendation, then use the assistant for a model shortlist tuned to your lighting, budget and use case.