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The LG C4 OLED ($1,200-$1,400) is a top pick with a 9.1/10 consensus score across 25 expert reviews. Experts highlight perfect blacks and infinite contrast from self-lit oled pixels and 4x hdmi 2.1 ports with 4k/120hz and vrr for gaming. CNET says: "The best TV for most people. Perfect blacks, incredible gaming performance, and ..." Best for: Gamers, Movie enthusiasts, Smart home users wanting multi-ecosystem TV.

LG C4 OLED — Must Buy per expert consensus
Must Buy25 Expert Reviews
Price Range
$1,200-$1,400
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LG C4 OLED

Entertainment

SHE ScoreGood

SmartHomeExplorer proprietary rating

7.1/10

25 expert sources

Compatibility Breadth4.6/10
Setup Ease6.1/10
Reliability8.4/10
Value Rating10/10
Future-Proofing6.5/10

The LG C4 OLED earns a SHE Score of 7.1/10, driven by strong value (10/10) with room to improve in compatibility breadth (4.6/10). Based on 25 expert sources and SmartHomeExplorer compatibility analysis.

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Expert Consensus: 9.1/10 across 25 sources

Last verified:
The best TV for most people. Perfect blacks, incredible gaming performance, and smart home integration that actually works.
CNET9.5/10

Key Features

  • OLED pixel dimming
  • 4K/120Hz VRR
  • Dolby Vision IQ
  • Filmmaker Mode
  • WebOS 24
  • Apple HomeKit

Best For

GamersMovie enthusiastsSmart home users wanting multi-ecosystem TV

What Experts Agree On

What Experts Love

  • Perfect blacks and infinite contrast from self-lit OLED pixels
  • 4x HDMI 2.1 ports with 4K/120Hz and VRR for gaming
  • 6ms input lag in Game Mode — best in class
  • Multi-ecosystem: HomeKit, Google Assistant, Alexa built in

Common Criticisms

  • OLED burn-in risk with static images like news tickers or game HUDs
  • $1,300 vs $700 for comparable LED panels
  • Peak brightness limited vs mini-LED in bright rooms
  • Shorter 3-year warranty vs some LED competitors

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What The Experts Say

CN
The best TV for most people. Perfect blacks, incredible gaming performance, and smart home integration that actually works.
CNET9.5/10
WI
Year after year, the LG C-series OLED remains our top pick for picture quality.
Wirecutter9/10
TH
If you care about picture quality and play games, this is the TV to buy.
The Verge9/10

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$1,200-$1,400 · 25 expert sources · 9.1/10 consensus

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the LG C4 OLED worth it?

LG C4 OLED earns a 9.1/10 consensus score across our 12 expert sources. It is rated "Must Buy" — Gamers. At $1,200-$1,400, The best TV for most people. Perfect blacks, incredible gaming performance, and smart home integration that actually wor...

Who is the LG C4 OLED best for?

LG C4 OLED is best for: Gamers, Movie enthusiasts, Smart home users wanting multi-ecosystem TV. Experts rate it "Must Buy" overall.

How does the LG C4 OLED compare to other Entertainment options?

Among the Entertainment products we have reviewed, LG C4 OLED ranks above average with a 9.1/10 score. Year after year, the LG C-series OLED remains our top pick for picture quality.

What smart home systems does the LG C4 OLED work with?

LG C4 OLED works with Apple HomeKit, Amazon Alexa. Check our compatibility notes on the product page for any setup requirements or hub dependencies.

What are the pros and cons of the LG C4 OLED?

The main pros of the LG C4 OLED are perfect blacks and infinite contrast from self-lit oled pixels and 4x hdmi 2.1 ports with 4k/120hz and vrr for gaming. The main downside is oled burn-in risk with static images like news tickers or game huds. Overall, experts rate it "Must Buy" with a 9.1/10 consensus score.

Affiliate disclosure: SmartHomeExplorer.com participates in the Amazon Associates program. We earn a commission from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. This consensus review is based on 25 independent expert reviews — we did not test this product ourselves. Always verify current prices and availability before purchasing.