LCD or OLED? - The TV Thread

**Methlab** · 01-01-2018, 06:41 PM

Re: LCD or OLED? - The TV Thread

Originally posted by drsonoma

In the past 2 weeks I picked up a 65 inch LG7C OLED and a 55 inch Sony XBR930E. I love both for different reasons.

LG7C: This TV is now mounted in our main TV viewing room and will be where we watch movies as a family. For this purpose, the LG is the most perfect anything I have ever seen. The picture is stunning and very impressive. I am blown away by how awesome this TV is. Love is not a strong enough word!

However--game mode is "broken" per a recent firmware update that has yet to be resolved. The awesome picture goes to dim and dull when in HDR game mode and is a HUGE disappointment. If it were not for this issue I easily would have picked up a second LG (55 inch) for my gaming room

Sony XBR930e--Because of the game mode issue, I picked up the Sony per a recommendation in this forum and reviews that are almost on par with the LG. The picture is not quite as good as the LG for movie watching but I would probably prefer the Sony picture for gaming regardless.

The Sony picture is very bright and the colors are amazing. I am seeing colors in games like MLB The Show that I have never seen before. It is almost like the Sony has an expanded set of crayons that no one else has access to. Beyond "wow" for gaming purposes and still a great set for movie watching. I do HATE the Sony remote, however. It operates like an artifact from a 1980s museum. it does the job but pales in comparison to the current LG or even Samsung remotes.

So that is my 2 cents worth. I've spent the past two weeks obsessed with getting this right and could not be happier. LG is the choice, by a mile, if you want to use it for movie watching and don't need it to game in game mode. Sony is the choice for gaming and does a great job with movies as well.

Hope this helps!

Huge help. I got really interested in the LG B7 right before I read your post. That is a shame!!

The Sony sounds like a great option. Thank you. That may be my new TV. It is a real shame that the game mode for LG is not working well.

**Scott** · 01-01-2018, 06:49 PM

Re: LCD or OLED? - The TV Thread

I have no issues with my B7 at all.

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**Methlab** · 01-01-2018, 08:51 PM

Re: LCD or OLED? - The TV Thread

Originally posted by Scott

I have no issues with my B7 at all.

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Is there some good debate on the B7 versus the Sony here? I have trouble searching for the 2 characters in the thread.

**drsonoma** · 01-01-2018, 11:59 PM

Re: LCD or OLED? - The TV Thread

Originally posted by Methlab

Is there some good debate on the B7 versus the Sony here? I have trouble searching for the 2 characters in the thread.

I don't think there is a debate between the LG and the Sony. The LG wins that war rather easily--except for game mode being too dim. You can search "LG game mode too dim" and you will find numerous links--include a couple of articles written by Forbes. Here is an example: http://www.mweb.co.za/games/view/tab...re-update.aspx

Again, if game mode weren't too dim then I would have bought a second one for gaming. Instead, I bought the Sony. The Sony is really, really good but the LG picture is in another league.

**IHateDuke32** · 01-02-2018, 02:26 PM

Re: LCD or OLED? - The TV Thread

Originally posted by drsonoma

I don't think there is a debate between the LG and the Sony. The LG wins that war rather easily--except for game mode being too dim. You can search "LG game mode too dim" and you will find numerous links--include a couple of articles written by Forbes. Here is an example: http://www.mweb.co.za/games/view/tab...re-update.aspx

Again, if game mode weren't too dim then I would have bought a second one for gaming. Instead, I bought the Sony. The Sony is really, really good but the LG picture is in another league.

What settings are you using while playing the Show on your x930e? I'm assuming youre playing on PS4 Pro as well? Thanks

**drsonoma** · 01-02-2018, 03:20 PM

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Originally posted by IHateDuke32

What settings are you using while playing the Show on your x930e? I'm assuming youre playing on PS4 Pro as well? Thanks

Yes, I am on the Pro. Just regulat game mode with no settings tweaks. I have the game set to 4k HDR witb enhanced visuals. Make sure you are connected to HDMI 2 or 3 and that those are set to enhanced as well.

**Methlab** · 01-02-2018, 04:00 PM

Re: LCD or OLED? - The TV Thread

Originally posted by drsonoma

I don't think there is a debate between the LG and the Sony. The LG wins that war rather easily--except for game mode being too dim. You can search "LG game mode too dim" and you will find numerous links--include a couple of articles written by Forbes. Here is an example: http://www.mweb.co.za/games/view/tab...re-update.aspx

Again, if game mode weren't too dim then I would have bought a second one for gaming. Instead, I bought the Sony. The Sony is really, really good but the LG picture is in another league.

Oh man, that is torturous to read. I really would like to have that OLED but I am in a bright room during the day and need a bright game mode.

**IHateDuke32** · 01-02-2018, 04:31 PM

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As I mentioned before, I originally upgraded from my old Samsung 4K TV to the LG B7. This was based on what I read online on a few sites, claiming that OLED was the way to go when purchasing a new TV. Upon hooking everything up and firing up my PS4 Pro, I was very disappointed with how dark everything was. I returned this TV and picked up a 49inch Sony X900E. This was way better when it came to playing on the Pro with HDR, everything was much brighter. I decided to return this one last time and go up a size to 55 inches, but instead I purchased the 55 inch X930E. I've only used it for a little while, but so far it is awesome. Ill definitely be keeping this TV and I'm happy with my decision.

So if gaming is your main concern when looking for a new TV, especially with HDR, I would highly recommend the Sony over the LG OLED.

**Artman22** · 01-02-2018, 04:43 PM

Re: LCD or OLED? - The TV Thread

Originally posted by drsonoma

I don't think there is a debate between the LG and the Sony. The LG wins that war rather easily--except for game mode being too dim. You can search "LG game mode too dim" and you will find numerous links--include a couple of articles written by Forbes. Here is an example: http://www.mweb.co.za/games/view/tab...re-update.aspx

Again, if game mode weren't too dim then I would have bought a second one for gaming. Instead, I bought the Sony. The Sony is really, really good but the LG picture is in another league.

Man this is bad. I want to make the jump to OLED but won't until I hear this isn't an issue on future models. LG did this intentionally. I wonder if the picture too bright was causing burn in or other issues and forced them to change it.

**FlyingFinn** · 01-02-2018, 04:51 PM

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Originally posted by Artman22

Man this is bad. I want to make the jump to OLED but won't until I hear this isn't an issue on future models. LG did this intentionally. I wonder if the picture too bright was causing burn in or other issues and forced them to change it.

All of those articles are in reference to the 2016 models that needed a firmware update to reduce input lag but also change image quality. I don't think they pertain to the 2017 models. I like Scott, have no problems with a dim HDR game mode in my 2017 65" B7.

Could be that those thinking it is too dim watch TV in "torch" mode so anything else would seem dim in comparison.

**Majingir** · 01-02-2018, 07:43 PM

Re: LCD or OLED? - The TV Thread

Originally posted by GAMEC0CK2002

That's it. During setup it will throw a code on the screen that you'll enter on your tablet/phone/pc. Then it's done.

If you have a Google Home you can pair them up to do voice commands to your tv.

If I play videos I recorded through a phone, will that count towards my internet data? Obviously youtube and netflix will use up data, but just want to see if the same might happen with videos(and photos/music) that are already on my phone.

**mgoblue** · 01-02-2018, 07:44 PM

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Originally posted by Majingir

If I play videos I recorded through a phone, will that count towards my internet data? Obviously youtube and netflix will use up data, but just want to see if the same might happen with videos(and photos/music) that are already on my phone.

I think it just streams over wifi from your device, but don't put a gun to my head. Someone else may know 100%

**Majingir** · 01-02-2018, 07:52 PM

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Originally posted by mgoblue

I think it just streams over wifi from your device, but don't put a gun to my head. Someone else may know 100%

But streaming over wifi is the same thing though isn't it? Because if it does that, then it means regardless if I'm watching a video on youtube, or a video I recorded that's on my phones storage, it'll both go through my internet and use up that data.

**drsonoma** · 01-02-2018, 08:21 PM

Re: LCD or OLED? - The TV Thread

Originally posted by FlyingFinn

All of those articles are in reference to the 2016 models that needed a firmware update to reduce input lag but also change image quality. I don't think they pertain to the 2017 models. I like Scott, have no problems with a dim HDR game mode in my 2017 65" B7.

Could be that those thinking it is too dim watch TV in "torch" mode so anything else would seem dim in comparison.

I watch everything else in Cinema Mode and/or use the calibration recommendations from Rtings--so I don't think it is a "torch" mode issue. I am going to hook my PS4 Pro back up to the LG tonight and take some photos. Believe me, I would LOVE for the LG to work in game mode because I love this TV for movie watching and would love to have that amazing picture for gaming AND movies.

**IHateDuke32** · 01-02-2018, 09:03 PM

Re: LCD or OLED? - The TV Thread

Originally posted by drsonoma

I watch everything else in Cinema Mode and/or use the calibration recommendations from Rtings--so I don't think it is a "torch" mode issue. I am going to hook my PS4 Pro back up to the LG tonight and take some photos. Believe me, I would LOVE for the LG to work in game mode because I love this TV for movie watching and would love to have that amazing picture for gaming AND movies.

Do you use your X930E for any TV viewing? Trying to lock down the best settings for watching cable TV, sports, etc.

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