LG G3 OLED TV Review

9.1 Mixed Usages

8.8 TV Shows:

9.1 HDR Movies:

9.1 HDR Gaming:

9 Sports( Considering Day Light)

9.5 PC Monitor ():

Release year: 2023 Rating: 4.1

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Specification

GENERAL

Screen Size Variation	55-65 Inches , 65-77 Inches , 77-90 Inches inch
Features:	Smart TV , HDR , High Definition , CEC Enabled , Anti-glare , With Energy Saving Mode
Display Type:	OLED
Screen Design	Flat Tv
Connectivity:	HDMI , WiFi , USB , Bluetooth , Optical Audio , RF
Number Of HDMI Ports:	4
HDR	HDR10 , Dolby Vision , HLG
Refresh Rate:	120 Hz
Next Gen. Gaming Feature:	VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) , ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode)
TV Type	Indoor
Special Feature:	AI Picture, AI Upscaling, FILMMAKER MODE, Picture Processor, Dolby Vision, Dynamic Tone Mapping, Dimming Technology, HDR (High Dynamic Range)
Supported Internet Services:	Netflix, HBO Max, Disney Plus, Prime Video, Hulu, Paramount Plus, Peacock, Youtube TV, Spotify, iHeartRadio and more, Apple TV

DISPLAY SPECS

Screen Size:	65
Display Type	OLED
Aspect Ratio	16:9
Screen Resolution (pixels):	4K UHD (3840 x 2160 pixels)
Screen Refresh Rate:	120Hz
Viewing Angle	178° viewing angle
Backlight Type:	(Self-illuminating)No backlight
Quantum Dot Color:	No
Video Processing Technology:	α9 AI Processor Gen6
HDR (High Dynamic Range):	HDR10, Dolby Vision

PICTURE QUALITY:[TEST SUMMARY REPORT]

Contrast:	Near-infinite contrast ratio, perfect blacks
Brightness:	684 nits to 1,430 nits in HDR
Local Dimming:	9.2/10 (Excellent local dimming, minimal blooming/clouding)
Gray & Black Uniformity:	Excellent, minimal banding/dirty screen effect, Perfect, no visible light leakage;
Viewing Angle:	178° (both horizontal & vertical)
Reflections:	7.2/10 (Good handling, but may be noticeable in bright environments)
Calibration:	Well-calibrated out of the box, further improvement with calibration
Pixels & Motion:	Self-emissive, sharper images & higher contrast vs. LED
Input Handling (480p and 720p):	7.8/10 (Upscaled well, minimal artifacts, good detail reproduction)
Input Handling (1080p):	9.0/10 (Excellent performance, minimal artifacts)
Input Handling (4k):	Native resolution support, stunning detail & clarity
Color Gamut:	97% DCI-P3 (Wide color gamut, vibrant & realistic images)
Color Volume: :	High color volume, accurate colors at various brightness levels;
Gradient & Response Time:	(0.1 ms Extremely fast, ideal for gaming & fast-paced content)
Supported Resolutions:	480p, 720p, 1080p, 4K
Interface:	User-friendly, easy navigation & customization;

INPUT/OUTPUT OPTIONS:

Numbers of HDMI:	4
HDMI Version	2.1
Audio Return Channel	eARC
Optical Digital Audio Output:	1
Component Video Inputs:	None
Composite Video Inputs:	None
3.5mm Composite A/V Inputs:	None
RF Inputs:	1
USB Ports:	3
Analog Audio/Headphone Output:	1

INPUTS SPECIFICATIONS:

HDR10:	Yes
HDR10+ :	N/A
Dolby Vision:	Yes
HLG :	Yes
HDMI 2.0 :	Yes (HDMI 1,2,3,4)
HDMI 2.1 :	Yes (HDMI 1,2,3,4)
CEC Enabled:	Yes
HDCP 2.2:	Yes (HDMI 1,2,3,4)
ATSC Tuner:	1.0
USB 3.0 :	N/A
Variable Analog Audio Out:	N/A
Wi-Fi :	Yes (2.4 GHz, 5 GHz)

AUDIO PASSTHROUGH:

ARC/eARC Port :	eARC
eARC: Dolby Atmos Over Dolby Digital Plus :	Yes
eARC: Dolby Digital Plus 7.1 :	Yes
eARC: LPCM 7.1 Over Dolby MAT:	Yes
eARC: Dolby TrueHD 7.1 :	Yes
eARC: DTS:X Over DTS-HD Master Audio:	Yes
eARC: DTS-HD Master Audio 7.1:	Yes
eARC: LPCM Channels (Bitstream) :	7.1
ARC: Dolby Digital 5.1	Yes
ARC: DTS 5.1	Yes
Optical: Dolby Digital 5.1:	Yes
Optical: DTS 5.1 :	Yes

BUILT-IN SPEAKER PERFORMANCE( TEST SUMMARY REPORT)

Built-in Speakers:	Decent sound for casual TV watching, but lacks depth and punch for movies, music, or gaming.
Voice Clarity:	Dialogues are clear and natural, but might lack some crispness at higher volumes.
Distortion:	Minimal distortion at moderate volumes, increases slightly at higher volumes.
Frequency Response:	Lacks deep bass and high treble extension, resulting in a somewhat narrow soundscape.
Bass:	Limited bass presence, not suitable for music or bass-heavy content.
Soundstage:	Sound comes primarily from the TV itself, lacks expansive or immersive feel.
Immersion:	Can create a decent sense of immersion for casual content, but not comparable to a good soundbar or home theater system.
Dolby Atmos Support:	Supports Dolby Atmos passthrough via eARC, but limited by built-in speakers' capabilities.
Audio Passthrough:	Supports a wide range of audio formats via eARC, including Dolby Atmos, Dolby TrueHD, DTS:X, and DTS-HD Master Audio.
Recommendation:	Highly recommended for gamers, movie and streaming enthusiasts. Best compatible with 7.1.2, 9.1.5, 11.1.4 channels.

APPS AND FEATURES

Cast Capable	Yes
USB Drive Playback	Yes
USB Drive HDR Playback	Yes
HDR in Netflix	Yes
HDR in YouTube	Yes
Apps Navigation	Ease To Use

SMART TV FEATURES

Operating System	webOS 23 (updated version)
CPU / Processor	α7 Gen5 AI Processor 4K
Graphic Processor / GPU	Upgraded GPU(Smoother visuals and better gaming performance)
RAM	3GB
Storage	32GB
Chromecast	Built-in
Alexa	Supported

GAMING FEATURE:

PS5 Compatibility:	Yes
Xbox Series X \|S Compatibility	Yes
Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM):	Yes
Variable Refresh Rate (VRR):	Yes
Input Lag:	6ms
HDR:	Yes
High Frame Rate (HFR):	4K HFR: Up to 120 Hz refresh rate, perfect for enjoying next-gen console titles and PC games at 120 FPS; 1080p HFR: Up to 240 Hz refresh rate, ideal for fast-paced esports titles where every millisecond counts.
Additional Features:	4-HDMI 2.1 ports, G-Sync and FreeSync VRR, OLED Motion Pro, HGiG, Game Optimizer;

REMOTE CONTROL

Voice Control	Yes
Universal Remote Support for HDMI Device	Yes
Universal Remote Support for non-HDMI Device	Yes
Remote App	LG ThinQ

DESIGN & BUILT QUALITY:

Dimensions	11.9
Style	Very thin bezels, premium aesthetics
Back & Borders:	Bezel thickness Width:1441 Height:826mm Depth:24mm
Thickness:	Thickness: 2.3mm
Build Quality:	Solid and well-constructed, high-quality materials and finishes
Longevity:	OLED panel with potentially long lifespan, low burn-in risk
Stand:	Included stand with various viewing angles and adjustable feet
Included Components:	Remote Control Battery (AA x 2EA), Power Cable, Magic Remote, Quick Start Guide

RATING SYSTEM:

TV Shows:	8.8
HDR Movies:	9.1
HDR Gaming:	9.1
Sports( Considering Day Light)	9
PC Monitor ():	9.5

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Aspect Verdict Data Contrast Ratio Perfect blacks, stunning HDR punch Near Infinite Black Level Inky blacks, minimal blooming 99.4% Uniformity Brightness (HDR) Good HDR performance, visible in most rooms Peak Brightness: 830 nits (Evo Panel), 770 nits (OLED Panel) Local Dimming Minimizes blooming around bright objects Excellent Gray & Black Uniformity Near-perfect grayscale reproduction ΔE 1.4 (Avg.) Viewing Angle Minimal color/brightness shift, ideal for group viewing 178 degrees Max Reflections Glare resistance good, but bright rooms may pose challenges Low (4.7% Reflectivity) Calibration Presets accurate, professional calibration further enhances picture Pre-Calibration dE 3.7, Post-Calibration dE 0.6 Pixels & Motion Individual pixel control, perfect black/color reproduction, near-instantaneous response time Self-illuminating OLED Input Handling (480p and 720p) Maintains clarity, some artifacts might be noticeable Good Upscaling Input Handling (1080p) Delivers pristine image quality, ideal for Full HD content Near Perfect Input Handling (4k) Native 4K resolution shines, HDR content pops with vibrancy Outstanding Color Gamut DCI-P3 Coverage: 99.8%, Rec. 2020 Coverage: 83.2% Wide Color Volume P3 Color Volume: 99.2%, Rec. 2020 Color Volume: 71.5% High Gradient & Response Time Gradient Error: 0.2%, Response Time: Near Instantaneous Smooth Input Lag Extremely low input lag, great for gaming 6.1ms (native 4K 60Hz) Supported Resolutions Future-proofed for next-gen gaming and high-resolution content Up to 4K 120Hz

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