Sony BRAVIA 9 83"
Mini-LED · 83" · 2024
LG G4 OLED 65"
MLA OLED · 144 Hz · α11 processor
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Sony BRAVIA 9 83" lands at 95 and LG G4 OLED 65" at 95. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Sony BRAVIA 9 83" if…
- ✓Strong HDR performance
- ✓Current smart platform
- ✓HDMI 2.1 on most HDMI ports
Pick LG G4 OLED 65" if…
- ✓Up to ~2,400 nits peak (MLA Gen 2)
- ✓4× HDMI 2.1 with 144 Hz support
- ✓Dolby Vision + Atmos
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
LG G4 OLED 65"Input lag, VRR, 120 Hz support
LG G4 OLED 65" leads on gaming (96 vs 91).
Smart platform
LG G4 OLED 65"OS speed, app support, ecosystem
LG G4 OLED 65" leads on smart (84 vs 82).
Value for money
LG G4 OLED 65"Specdex score per dollar at MSRP
LG G4 OLED 65" more score per dollar ($3,299 vs $9,623).
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Sony BRAVIA 9 83" | LG G4 OLED 65" |
|---|---|---|
| Panel | Mini-LED | MLA OLED Gen 2 |
| Size | 83" | 65″ |
| Refresh | 120Hz | ▲ 144 Hz |
| Release year | 2024 | — |
| HDR | — | Dolby Vision, HDR10 |
| HDMI | — | 4× HDMI 2.1 |
| Processor | — | α11 AI Processor 4K |
Sony BRAVIA 9 83"
- +Strong HDR performance
- +Current smart platform
- +HDMI 2.1 on most HDMI ports
- −Ads on smart platform
- −Sound trails dedicated audio
- −Large footprint
LG G4 OLED 65"
- +Up to ~2,400 nits peak (MLA Gen 2)
- +4× HDMI 2.1 with 144 Hz support
- +Dolby Vision + Atmos
- −No HDR10+
- −Gallery mount sold separately
- −webOS includes ads
FAQ: Sony BRAVIA 9 83" vs LG G4 OLED 65"
Which is better, Sony BRAVIA 9 83" or LG G4 OLED 65"? +
Both score 95 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Sony BRAVIA 9 83" worth the price? +
At $9,623, Sony BRAVIA 9 83" delivers a Specdex score of 95 — strongest in picture.
Is LG G4 OLED 65" worth the price? +
At $3,299, LG G4 OLED 65" delivers a Specdex score of 95 — strongest in picture.
Does Sony BRAVIA 9 83" or LG G4 OLED 65" 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 gaming, Sony BRAVIA 9 83" or LG G4 OLED 65"? +
LG G4 OLED 65" — leads on gaming (96 vs 91). Input lag, VRR, 120 Hz support.
Which is better for smart platform, Sony BRAVIA 9 83" or LG G4 OLED 65"? +
LG G4 OLED 65" — leads on smart (84 vs 82). OS speed, app support, ecosystem.