Which is better for gaming, the LG C5 or the Samsung S85H?

The LG C5. It lists a 0.1ms response time, VRR up to 144Hz, G-Sync, FreeSync Premium and four HDMI 2.1 ports. The Samsung lists 120Hz and four HDMI ports but no VRR or sync technology.

Is the 48-inch Samsung worth it over the 42-inch LG?

Yes if screen size matters most. The Samsung gives you 6 more inches and costs $797.99 at Walmart as of November 7, 2026, versus $813.30 for the LG. The LG gives you a brighter evo panel and Dolby Vision instead.

Does the Samsung S85H support Dolby Vision?

Dolby Vision is not listed for the Samsung; its HDR support is HDR10 and HLG. The LG C5 supports Dolby Vision, HDR10 and HLG.

Which has the better picture in a bright room?

The LG C5. Its OLED evo panel and Alpha 9 Gen8 processor are built for higher brightness and contrast in well-lit rooms. The Samsung is a standard OLED without a brightness boost listed.

Which one do shoppers rate higher?

The Samsung, at 4.8 out of 5 from 133 ratings, against 4.4 out of 5 from 46 ratings for the LG. The LG's complaints include webOS menu clutter and occasional panel defects.

Which is cheaper right now?

The Samsung 48-inch S85H at $797.99 at Walmart as of November 7, 2026. The LG 42-inch C5 is $813.30 at Walmart on the same date.

LG C5 Series OLED evo TV vs Samsung S85H OLED 4K Smart TV (48")

Both are 4K OLEDs with 120Hz panels and four HDMI ports, and their prices are close: the 42-inch LG C5 is $813.30 at Walmart as of November 7, 2026, and the 48-inch Samsung S85H is $797.99 at Walmart as of the same date. Buy the Samsung if you want the bigger screen for slightly less money and a higher shopper rating. Buy the LG if you want the brighter OLED evo panel, Dolby Vision, and a 42-inch size that fits small rooms.

Today the Samsung S85H OLED 4K Smart TV (48") costs $15.31 less at its best price.

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