LG C1 OLED 55"
OLED · 55" · 2021
Sony A80J 43"
OLED · 43" · 2021
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, LG C1 OLED 55" lands at 87 and Sony A80J 43" at 87. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick LG C1 OLED 55" if…
- ✓Strong HDR performance
- ✓Current smart platform
- ✓HDMI 2.1 on most HDMI ports
Pick Sony A80J 43" if…
- ✓Mature firmware by now
- ✓Often discounted on close-out
- ✓Current smart platform
Winner by scenario
Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate testPicture quality
TiePanel, processing, and HDR performance
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Gaming
TieInput lag, VRR, 120 Hz support
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Smart platform
LG C1 OLED 55"OS speed, app support, ecosystem
LG C1 OLED 55" leads on smart (82 vs 78).
Value for money
Sony A80J 43"Specdex score per dollar at MSRP
Sony A80J 43" more score per dollar ($1,471 vs $2,099).
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | LG C1 OLED 55" | Sony A80J 43" |
|---|---|---|
| Panel | OLED | OLED |
| Size | 55" | 43" |
| Refresh | 120Hz | — |
| Release year | 2021 | 2021 |
LG C1 OLED 55"
- +Strong HDR performance
- +Current smart platform
- +HDMI 2.1 on most HDMI ports
- −Ads on smart platform
- −Sound trails dedicated audio
- −Large footprint
Sony A80J 43"
- +Mature firmware by now
- +Often discounted on close-out
- +Current smart platform
- −Superseded by newer models
- −HDR peak lower than new mini-LED
- −Platform ads
FAQ: LG C1 OLED 55" vs Sony A80J 43"
Which is better, LG C1 OLED 55" or Sony A80J 43"? +
Both score 87 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is LG C1 OLED 55" worth the price? +
At $2,099, LG C1 OLED 55" delivers a Specdex score of 87 — strongest in picture.
Is Sony A80J 43" worth the price? +
At $1,471, Sony A80J 43" delivers a Specdex score of 87 — strongest in picture.
Does LG C1 OLED 55" or Sony A80J 43" 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 better for smart platform, LG C1 OLED 55" or Sony A80J 43"? +
LG C1 OLED 55" — leads on smart (82 vs 78). OS speed, app support, ecosystem.
Which is the better value, LG C1 OLED 55" or Sony A80J 43"? +
Sony A80J 43" — more score per dollar ($1,471 vs $2,099). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.