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LG GX OLED 50" — OLED · 50" · 2020
LG

LG GX OLED 50"

OLED · 50" · 2020

89
/ 100
From $2,295
VS
LG GX OLED 55" — OLED · 55" · 2020
LG

LG GX OLED 55"

OLED · 55" · 2020

89
/ 100
From $2,799
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, LG GX OLED 50" lands at 89 and LG GX OLED 55" at 89. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.

Pick LG GX OLED 50" if…

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

Pick LG GX OLED 55" 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 GX OLED 50"

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

LG GX OLED 50" more score per dollar ($2,295 vs $2,799).

LG GX OLED 50" 89
vs
89 LG GX OLED 55"

Score breakdown

LG GX OLED 50"
89
picture 89
motion 86
gaming 84
smart 78
sound 76
LG GX OLED 55"
89
picture 89
motion 86
gaming 84
smart 78
sound 76

Specs side-by-side

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

LG GX 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  • −Superseded by newer models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

LG GX 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  • −Superseded by newer models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

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

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

Both score 89 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is LG GX OLED 50" worth the price? +

At $2,295, LG GX OLED 50" delivers a Specdex score of 89 — strongest in picture.

Is LG GX OLED 55" worth the price? +

At $2,799, LG GX OLED 55" delivers a Specdex score of 89 — strongest in picture.

Does LG GX OLED 50" or LG GX OLED 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 GX OLED 50" or LG GX OLED 55"? +

LG GX OLED 50" — more score per dollar ($2,295 vs $2,799). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.