The 4 Best OLED 4k TVs - Summer 2020
Reviews

The best OLED 4k TV we've tested so far is the LG CX. This is the replacement of the LG C9 OLED from 2019, and it comes with a couple of minor improvements over its predecessor. It still delivers incredible picture quality with its infinite contrast ratio, impressive color accuracy, and smooth motion handling. Like all OLEDs, it doesn't have any backlight, so it doesn't have any issues with blooming around bright objects in dark scenes. The response time is near-instantaneous, which results in almost no motion blur in fast-moving scenes. It has an optional black frame insertion feature that helps improve motion clarity, and it can interpolate lower frame rate content to make motion look smoother.

With its perfect blacks, OLED TVs are made to provide the best dark room viewing experience. However, the brightness on OLED TVs tend to vary a lot depending on the scene, so visibility can sometimes be an issue if you're in a very bright environment. It handles reflections extremely well, though, and it has great viewing angles, allowing you to view from the side without losing image quality. For gaming, this TV has a very low input lag, it has a 120Hz refresh rate, and it supports variable refresh rate, including FreeSync, HDMI Forum's VRR, and NVIDIA's G-SYNC.

Unfortunately, there's always the subject of permanent burn-in when it comes to OLEDs. This happens when the TV is exposed to a static image for an extended period, like a channel logo or a desktop user interface. That said, burn-in shouldn't be an issue if you watch varied content. So if you're on the market for an excellent OLED TV that performs well in any type of content, check out this one.

The best OLED TV for watching movies that we've tested so far is the Sony A8H. While all OLEDs perform very similarly, there are a few things that really sets this TV apart when it comes to movie watching. Like all OLED TVs, it can produce perfect blacks, which is great for dark room viewing, and it gets bright enough to make highlights pop in HDR content. It has an impressive color accuracy, so you likely won't need to calibrate it to get a good experience, and its gradient handling is outstanding, which results in less banding when displaying different shades.

When it comes to motion handling, Sony TVs are among the best. The response time is almost instantaneous, as is expected of most OLEDs, and this TV comes with an optional black frame insertion to further reduce motion blur in fast-moving scenes. It can also interpolate lower frame rate content up to 120fps, which can be useful in reducing stutters in lower frame rate content such as movies. Its input lag is very low if you want to use the TV for some gaming, but sadly, there's no VRR support of any kind.

As with all OLED TVs, the risks of temporary image retention and permanent burn-in are still present, although we don't expect to be a problem for most people. This TV runs on Android, so you also get access to the gigantic Google Play Store, and it also makes the setup process a bit easier if you're already in the Google ecosystem. Overall, if you're looking for an OLED TV mainly for watching movies, this one is an excellent option.

The best OLED TV for sound quality that we've tested so far is the LG E9. This is a flagship TV that packs in nearly every feature that LG has to offer. Like most OLEDs, it delivers a stunning picture quality with its infinite contrast ratio and perfect blacks.

Its response time is near-instantaneous, and it also has an optional black frame insertion feature to improve motion clarity further. Although it has a glossy screen, it handles reflections remarkably well, and it can get bright enough to combat glare easily and deliver a great HDR experience. In terms of sound, the frequency response is very good. It can't quite produce deep rumbling bass, but there's a decent amount of punch to it, and the overall sound profile is well-balanced. Dialogue sounds clear, and it can get very loud without adding a significant amount of compression artifacts, which is great for large rooms or noisy environments.

For gaming, this TV is well-equipped to deliver an exceptional experience. It has a 120Hz refresh rate, incredibly low input lag, and it has official G-SYNC support. It also works with HDMI Forum's VRR, which is good for those with an Xbox One. Just keep in mind that there's always a risk of permanent burn-in with static content, such as the user interface of a video game. Overall, if you're not looking to add a soundbar or a home theater system to your setup, this TV is a fantastic choice.