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LG C3 Series OLED evo 4K TV vs LG C1 OLED65C1PUB 65" 4K OLED TV

Buy the C3 for a current-generation OLED with the brighter evo panel, the α9 Gen6 processor and four full HDMI 2.1 ports. The C1 is a 2021 set with the same 120 Hz OLED panel and webOS, but dimmer peak brightness and older processing. Owners of both praise picture quality and easy setup; C1 owners more often mention a fiddly remote and units arriving damaged. Choose the C3 unless you find the C1 at a clear step down and mainly watch in a dark room.

  • Choose the LG C3 if you want the brighter evo panel, newer processing and the longest useful life from a 65-inch OLED.
  • Choose the LG C1 if you watch mostly in a dark room and want the same 120 Hz OLED panel and webOS for less.

Prices

  • LG C3 Series OLED evo 4K TV: $1,183.91 at Best Buy (last seen Nov 3)
  • LG C1 OLED65C1PUB 65" 4K OLED TV: $98.01 at itayafurniture.com (last seen Nov 10)
  • Difference: the LG C1 OLED65C1PUB 65" 4K OLED TV is $1,085.90 cheaper than the LG C3 Series OLED evo 4K TV at the latest prices (Nov 3 and Nov 10)
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LG 65" Class C3 Series OLED evo 4K Smart TV

LG C3 Series OLED evo 4K TV

LG 65" Class C3 Series OLED evo 4K Smart TV

4.8(2,447 ratings)
$1,183.91at Best BuyChecked Nov 3
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Pros
  • Brighter evo panel holds up better in lit rooms
  • Newest α9 Gen6 processing
  • Four HDMI inputs at 120 Hz
  • Strong owner rating across thousands of reviews
  • Slim profile and clean webOS interface
Cons
  • OLED risk of permanent burn-in with static logos
  • Reflective screen in bright rooms
  • Stand width needs a wide surface
LG
LG C1 OLED65C1PUB 65" (64.5" Diag) 4K Smart OLED TV with AI ThinQ

LG C1 OLED65C1PUB 65" 4K OLED TV

LG C1 OLED65C1PUB 65" (64.5" Diag) 4K Smart OLED TV with AI ThinQ

$98.01at itayafurniture.comChecked Nov 10
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Pros
  • Same 120 Hz OLED picture quality for dark rooms
  • webOS with AI ThinQ and all three voice assistants
  • Wall-mountable, 52.9 lb
  • Owners praise easy setup
Cons
  • Dimmer than the C3 in bright rooms
  • Older 2021 processor
  • Remote reported as hard to use
  • Some units arrive damaged

What separates them

LG C3 Series OLED evo 4K TVLG C1 OLED65C1PUB 65" 4K OLED TV
Panel brightnessOLED evo panel with Brightness Booster for higher peak brightnessStandard OLED panel, dimmer in bright rooms
Processorα9 AI Processor Gen6 with AI picture and sound tuningα9 Gen4 processor from 2021
Model year20232021
Refresh rate and HDMI120 Hz, 4 HDMI inputs120 Hz, 4 HDMI inputs
HDR formatsDolby Vision, HDR10, HLGDolby Vision, HDR10, HLG
Smart platform and voicewebOS with Alexa, Google Assistant and Siri, works with Apple HomewebOS with AI ThinQ, Alexa, Google Assistant and Siri
DesignThinner profile, 1.8 in deep without stand1.8 in deep without stand, 52.9 lb
Owner feedback4.8 out of 5 from 2,447 ratingsPraised for picture and setup; remote complaints and some shipping damage reported

Price history

$1,239.00$1,132.77
Nov 3Nov 13
  • LG C3 Series OLED evo 4K TV: lowest $1,183.91 on Nov 3 at Best Buy; $1,238.91 on Nov 13.
  • LG C1 OLED65C1PUB 65" 4K OLED TV: lowest $1,132.77 on Nov 9; $1,238.91 on Nov 13.

Prices at every store

LG C3 Series OLED evo 4K TV

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    $1,238.91Checked 8 h ago
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    $1,183.91Checked Nov 3
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LG C1 OLED65C1PUB 65" 4K OLED TV

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    $98.01Checked Nov 10
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    $1,238.91Free shippingChecked 21 h ago
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Specs compared

SpecLG C3 Series OLED evo 4K TVLG C1 OLED65C1PUB 65" 4K OLED TV
Resolution3840 x 21603840 x 2160
High DefinitionYesYes
HDTV Format4K4K
ColorBlack, Silver, GrayBlack
Screen FormFlatFlat
Display TypeOLEDOLED
Assistant SupportGoogle Assistant, Amazon Alexa, SiriGoogle Assistant, Amazon Alexa, Siri
HDRYesYes
Refresh Rate120 Hz120 Hz
ConnectivityBluetooth, Wi-Fi, USB, HDMI, Ethernet, Optical …Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, USB, HDMI, Ethernet, Optical …
Supported Streaming ServicesNetflix, Disney+Hulu, Netflix, Prime Video, YouTube, Spotify, D…
Screen Size Class65 inches—
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SpecLG C3 Series OLED evo 4K TVLG C1 OLED65C1PUB 65" 4K OLED TV
High Dynamic Range (HDR)true—
High Dynamic Range FormatDolby Vision, HDR 10, Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG)—
OLED TechnologyOLED EVO—
Motion Enhancement TechnologyNone—
Smart PlatformwebOS—
Number of HDMI Inputs (Total)4—
TV Tuner TypeATSC, Clear QAM—
Works WithAmazon Alexa, Google Home, Apple Home—
Voice Assistant Built-inAmazon Alexa—

What reviewers say

LG C3 Series OLED evo 4K TV

  • 4.8 / 52,447 ratings

Reviewers and owners rate the C3 as one of the best-value OLEDs of its generation, praising its contrast, gaming features and webOS. Complaints center on brightness in bright rooms, reflections and the usual OLED burn-in worry.

What people mention
  • Picture contrastPraisedOwners say dark scenes look deep and clean, with no light bleed around bright objects.
  • BrightnessMixedFine in a dim room, but reviewers say HDR highlights and daytime viewing lack punch next to brighter QD-OLED and mini-LED sets.
  • GamingPraisedFour HDMI 2.1 ports, 120 Hz and low lag make it a common pick for PS5 and Xbox owners.
  • ReflectionsCriticisedThe glossy screen shows lamps and windows in a bright room.

LG C1 OLED65C1PUB 65" 4K OLED TV

Owners and reviewers praise the picture quality, easy setup and gaming features, and many call it good value for an OLED. Complaints center on the remote and on units that arrived damaged.

What people mention
  • Picture qualityPraisedOwners call the picture great, with deep blacks and strong contrast.
  • SetupPraisedBuyers say setup is easy and quick.
  • RemoteCriticisedSome owners find the magic remote difficult to use.
  • Condition on arrivalCriticisedSome buyers report units arriving damaged.

Questions and answers

Which is better for a bright living room?
The C3. Its evo panel and Brightness Booster push higher peak brightness, so reflections and daylight wash out the picture less.
Is the C3 worth stepping up to over the C1?
Yes for most buyers. You get a brighter panel, newer processing and a 2023 model that will get webOS updates longer.
Which lasts longer?
Both use OLED panels with similar lifespan. The C3 is two years newer, so it starts with more remaining update support and panel life.
Do both handle gaming the same?
Both are 120 Hz with four HDMI inputs. The C3's newer processor gives faster menu response and better motion handling.
Which is better in a dark room?
They are close. The C1's OLED contrast is excellent in the dark, so the C3's brightness edge matters less there.

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BrandLG—
Model NumberOLED65C3PUA—
SeriesOLED 4K - C3—
Model Year2023—
Product Height With Stand34.6 inches—
Product Width56.7 inches—
Product Depth With Stand9.1 inches—
Product Height Without Stand32.5 inches—
Product Depth Without Stand1.8 inches—
Stand Width18.5 inches—
Stand Depth9.1 inches—
CEC Enabled—Yes
Country Of Manufacture—China
Width—57.1 in wide
Screen Size—65 inches
Depth—1.8 in deep
Weight—52.9 lb
HDMI Ports—4 HDMI ports
Release Date—May 2021