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LG BX OLED 55" — OLED · 55" · 2020
LG

LG BX OLED 55"

OLED · 55" · 2020

84
/ 100
From $1,699
VS
LG BX OLED 50" — OLED · 50" · 2020
LG

LG BX OLED 50"

OLED · 50" · 2020

84
/ 100
From $1,393
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, LG BX OLED 55" lands at 84 and LG BX OLED 50" at 84. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.

Pick LG BX OLED 55" if…

  • ✓Mature firmware by now
  • ✓Often discounted on close-out
  • ✓Current smart platform

Pick LG BX OLED 50" if…

  • ✓Mature firmware by now
  • ✓Often discounted on close-out
  • ✓Current smart platform
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Picture quality

Tie

Panel, processing, and HDR performance

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Gaming

Tie

Input lag, VRR, 120 Hz support

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Smart platform

Tie

OS speed, app support, ecosystem

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Value for money

LG BX OLED 50"

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

LG BX OLED 50" more score per dollar ($1,393 vs $1,699).

LG BX OLED 55" 84
vs
84 LG BX OLED 50"

Score breakdown

LG BX OLED 55"
84
picture 84
motion 81
gaming 79
smart 78
sound 76
LG BX OLED 50"
84
picture 84
motion 81
gaming 79
smart 78
sound 76

Specs side-by-side

LG BX OLED 55" versus LG BX OLED 50" — full spec comparison
Spec LG BX OLED 55" LG BX OLED 50"
Panel
OLED
OLED
Size
55"
50"
Release year
2020
2020

LG BX OLED 55"

Pros
  • +Mature firmware by now
  • +Often discounted on close-out
  • +Current smart platform
Cons
  • −Superseded by newer models
  • −HDR peak lower than new mini-LED
  • −Platform ads

LG BX OLED 50"

Pros
  • +Mature firmware by now
  • +Often discounted on close-out
  • +Current smart platform
Cons
  • −Superseded by newer models
  • −HDR peak lower than new mini-LED
  • −Platform ads

FAQ: LG BX OLED 55" vs LG BX OLED 50"

Which is better, LG BX OLED 55" or LG BX OLED 50"? +

Both score 84 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is LG BX OLED 55" worth the price? +

At $1,699, LG BX OLED 55" delivers a Specdex score of 84 — strongest in picture.

Is LG BX OLED 50" worth the price? +

At $1,393, LG BX OLED 50" delivers a Specdex score of 84 — strongest in picture.

Does LG BX OLED 55" or LG BX OLED 50" last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is the better value, LG BX OLED 55" or LG BX OLED 50"? +

LG BX OLED 50" — more score per dollar ($1,393 vs $1,699). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.