LG
LG C1 OLED 77"
OLED · 77" · 2021
87
/ 100
From $3,149
VS
Sony
Sony A80J 43"
OLED · 43" · 2021
87
/ 100
From $1,471
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, LG C1 OLED 77" 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 77" 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
LG C1 OLED 77" 87
vs 87 Sony A80J 43"
Score breakdown
LG C1 OLED 77"
87 picture 87
motion 85
gaming 83
smart 82
sound 78
Sony A80J 43"
87 picture 87
motion 84
gaming 82
smart 78
sound 76
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | LG C1 OLED 77" | Sony A80J 43" |
|---|---|---|
| Panel | OLED | OLED |
| Size | 77" | 43" |
| Refresh | 120Hz | — |
| Release year | 2021 | 2021 |
LG C1 OLED 77"
Pros
- +Strong HDR performance
- +Current smart platform
- +HDMI 2.1 on most HDMI ports
Cons
- −Ads on smart platform
- −Sound trails dedicated audio
- −Large footprint
Sony A80J 43"
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- −Superseded by newer models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 C1 OLED 77" vs Sony A80J 43"
Which is better, LG C1 OLED 77" 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 77" worth the price? +
At $3,149, LG C1 OLED 77" 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 77" 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.