Sony BRAVIA 9 85"
Mini-LED · Cognitive Processor XR · ~2,800 nits
LG G3 OLED 55"
MLA OLED · 55" · 2023
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Sony BRAVIA 9 85" lands at 94 and LG G3 OLED 55" at 94. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Sony BRAVIA 9 85" if…
- ✓~2,800 nit peak HDR — among the brightest mini-LEDs
- ✓Reference-grade motion handling
- ✓IMAX Enhanced + Calman ready
Pick LG G3 OLED 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
Sony BRAVIA 9 85"Panel, processing, and HDR performance
Sony BRAVIA 9 85" leads on picture (96 vs 94).
Gaming
Sony BRAVIA 9 85"Input lag, VRR, 120 Hz support
Sony BRAVIA 9 85" leads on motion (98 vs 92).
Smart platform
Sony BRAVIA 9 85"OS speed, app support, ecosystem
Sony BRAVIA 9 85" leads on smart (86 vs 82).
Value for money
LG G3 OLED 55"Specdex score per dollar at MSRP
LG G3 OLED 55" more score per dollar ($3,299 vs $5,499).
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Sony BRAVIA 9 85" | LG G3 OLED 55" |
|---|---|---|
| Panel | Mini-LED | MLA OLED |
| Size | 85″ | 55" |
| Refresh | 120 Hz | 120Hz |
| HDR | Dolby Vision + HDR10 | — |
| HDMI | 4× total (2× HDMI 2.1) | — |
| Processor | Cognitive Processor XR | — |
| Release year | — | 2023 |
Sony BRAVIA 9 85"
- +~2,800 nit peak HDR — among the brightest mini-LEDs
- +Reference-grade motion handling
- +IMAX Enhanced + Calman ready
- −Only 2 of 4 HDMI ports are HDMI 2.1
- −Premium pricing ($5,499 at 85")
- −Google TV includes ads
LG G3 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
FAQ: Sony BRAVIA 9 85" vs LG G3 OLED 55"
Which is better, Sony BRAVIA 9 85" or LG G3 OLED 55"? +
Both score 94 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Sony BRAVIA 9 85" worth the price? +
At $5,499, Sony BRAVIA 9 85" delivers a Specdex score of 94 — strongest in motion.
Is LG G3 OLED 55" worth the price? +
At $3,299, LG G3 OLED 55" delivers a Specdex score of 94 — strongest in picture.
Does Sony BRAVIA 9 85" or LG G3 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 better for picture quality, Sony BRAVIA 9 85" or LG G3 OLED 55"? +
Sony BRAVIA 9 85" — leads on picture (96 vs 94). Panel, processing, and HDR performance.
Which is better for gaming, Sony BRAVIA 9 85" or LG G3 OLED 55"? +
Sony BRAVIA 9 85" — leads on motion (98 vs 92). Input lag, VRR, 120 Hz support.