Updated
Updated · ZDNet · Jul 1
LG C6 OLED Impresses in 65-Inch Review, but $2,699 Price Stings
Updated
Updated · ZDNet · Jul 1

LG C6 OLED Impresses in 65-Inch Review, but $2,699 Price Stings

2 articles · Updated · ZDNet · Jul 1

Summary

  • A week of testing found LG’s 65-inch C6 OLED delivered standout color accuracy, strong contrast control and near-imperceptible gaming latency, making it especially compelling for streaming and console play.
  • The refreshed panel improved bloom and color-bleed control over prior C-series models, while seven picture modes, Game Optimizer and Nvidia G-Sync VRR helped preserve detail and smooth motion across movies and games.
  • The main drawbacks were cost and brightness: the tested model starts at $2,699, and dim or nighttime scenes can still lose detail despite the panel being brighter than earlier C-series OLEDs.
  • LG also packs in AI-based picture and sound tuning plus manual calibration options, though the review said sound controls are less flexible and the AI integration is not a clear selling point.
  • The verdict framed the C6 as a premium flagship upgrade available from 42 to 83 inches, best suited to buyers willing to pay for top-tier OLED picture quality.

Insights

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