LG G4 OLED 55"
MLA OLED · 55" · 2024
Sony BRAVIA 9 55"
Mini-LED · 55" · 2024
LG G4 OLED 55" takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, LG G4 OLED 55" lands at 96 and Sony BRAVIA 9 55" at 95. That puts LG G4 OLED 55" ahead by 1 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick LG G4 OLED 55" if…
- ✓Strong HDR performance
- ✓Current smart platform
- ✓HDMI 2.1 on most HDMI ports
Pick Sony BRAVIA 9 55" if…
- ✓Strong HDR performance
- ✓Current smart platform
- ✓HDMI 2.1 on most HDMI ports
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
TieOS speed, app support, ecosystem
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Value for money
LG G4 OLED 55"Specdex score per dollar at MSRP
LG G4 OLED 55" more score per dollar ($3,299 vs $5,499).
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | LG G4 OLED 55" | Sony BRAVIA 9 55" |
|---|---|---|
| Panel | MLA OLED | Mini-LED |
| Size | 55" | 55" |
| Refresh | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Release year | 2024 | 2024 |
LG G4 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 BRAVIA 9 55"
- +Strong HDR performance
- +Current smart platform
- +HDMI 2.1 on most HDMI ports
- −Ads on smart platform
- −Sound trails dedicated audio
- −Large footprint
FAQ: LG G4 OLED 55" vs Sony BRAVIA 9 55"
Which is better, LG G4 OLED 55" or Sony BRAVIA 9 55"? +
LG G4 OLED 55" scores 96 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 1. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is LG G4 OLED 55" worth the price? +
At $3,299, LG G4 OLED 55" delivers a Specdex score of 96 — strongest in picture.
Is Sony BRAVIA 9 55" worth the price? +
At $5,499, Sony BRAVIA 9 55" delivers a Specdex score of 95 — strongest in picture.
Does LG G4 OLED 55" or Sony BRAVIA 9 55" 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 G4 OLED 55" or Sony BRAVIA 9 55"? +
LG G4 OLED 55" — more score per dollar ($3,299 vs $5,499). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.