LG C3 65" OLED evo TV Review: The Best All-Around OLED for Most People

The LG C3 continues LG's legacy of producing exceptional OLED televisions that deliver stunning picture quality at a price point that's become increasingly accessible. After extensive testing in our studio and living room environments, we're confident in calling this the best all-around OLED TV for most buyers.

OLED evo Technology: A Step Above

LG's OLED evo panel technology represents a significant advancement over standard OLED. The C3 uses a newer panel that delivers approximately 20% more brightness than previous generations while maintaining the perfect blacks and infinite contrast ratio that make OLED technology so special.

In our testing, the C3 reached peak brightness levels of around 800 nits in HDR content, which is impressive for an OLED. Colors are vibrant and accurate out of the box, with the Filmmaker Mode providing exceptional color accuracy for those who want to see content as the director intended.

The α9 Gen6 AI Processor

At the heart of the C3 is LG's α9 Gen6 AI Processor, which handles everything from upscaling lower-resolution content to optimizing HDR performance. The AI-powered features include scene-by-scene picture optimization, which analyzes content in real-time to adjust settings for the best possible image.

We were particularly impressed by the upscaling capabilities. 1080p content from streaming services looked remarkably clean and detailed on the 4K panel, with minimal artifacts or noise. Even older 720p content was watchable, though obviously not as sharp as native 4K.

Gaming Performance: Nearly Perfect

Gamers will find a lot to love about the LG C3. It supports 4K at 120Hz with VRR (Variable Refresh Rate), including both NVIDIA G-SYNC and AMD FreeSync Premium. All four HDMI ports support HDMI 2.1, giving you flexibility in connecting multiple next-gen consoles and gaming PCs.

Input lag in Game Mode measured an incredibly low 9.2ms at 4K/120Hz in our testing—among the best we've ever recorded. The near-instantaneous pixel response time of OLED eliminates motion blur entirely, making fast-paced games look buttery smooth.

webOS 23: Smart and Intuitive

LG's webOS 23 platform powers the smart features, and it remains one of the best smart TV interfaces available. Navigation is smooth, apps load quickly, and the customizable home screen lets you arrange your favorite apps and inputs exactly how you want them.

The included Magic Remote with its pointer-style navigation makes browsing content feel natural. Voice control through both built-in support and compatibility with Alexa, Google Assistant, and Apple HomeKit means you can control the TV however you prefer.

Final Verdict

The LG C3 65" OLED evo TV is our Editor's Choice for good reason. It delivers exceptional picture quality with perfect blacks, incredible gaming performance, and a polished smart TV experience—all at a price that's become quite reasonable for OLED technology.

If you're looking for the best overall TV experience and can control the lighting in your viewing environment, the C3 is the TV to beat. It's perfect for movie enthusiasts, gamers, and anyone who appreciates stunning picture quality.