LG C5 vs LG B5 Series 4K Ultra HDR Smart AI OLED WebOS TV
Buy the LG C5 if you want the better gaming TV or the brighter, more future-proof OLED. Buy the LG B5 if you want the lowest price on a 4K OLED and don't need 144Hz or four HDMI 2.1 ports. As of November 3, 2026, the C5's best new price is $939.95 at Walmart, while the B5's only recorded price is $899.99. The gap is about $40, which favors the C5 for most shoppers.
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LG C5
4.8Choose the LG C5 if you game on a PC or console at 120Hz or 144Hz, want four HDMI 2.1 inputs, or want the Alpha 9 Gen8 processor and Dolby Vision with the brighter evo panel.
- 144Hz refresh with VRR, G-Sync and FreeSync Premium for smooth gaming
- Four HDMI 2.1 ports cover a console, PC and soundbar at once
- Alpha 9 Gen8 processor with AI upscaling and Dolby Vision and Atmos
- OLED evo panel with boosted brightness for brighter rooms
What separates them
| LG C5 | LG B5 Series 4K Ultra HDR Smart AI OLED WebOS TV | |
|---|---|---|
| Refresh rate | 144Hz with VRR up to 144Hz for PC gaming | 120Hz |
| Processor | Alpha 9 Gen8 AI processor with AI Picture Pro and AI Super Upscaling | AI-powered OLED processing, model not specified |
| HDMI 2.1 inputs | 4 HDMI 2.1 ports | HDMI listed, count and version not stated |
| Brightness | OLED evo panel with boosted brightness | Standard OLED panel |
| Gaming sync | NVIDIA G-Sync and AMD FreeSync Premium, 0.1ms response | Not stated |
| Voice assistants | webOS 25 with LG's own assistant support | Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa and Siri |
| Screen sizes | 42-inch class and up | 48, 55, 65, 77 and 83 inches |
Price history
- LG C5: lowest $781.60 on Nov 2 at Walmart; $813.49 on Nov 3.
- LG B5 Series 4K Ultra HDR Smart AI OLED WebOS TV: lowest $899.99 on Nov 1 at eBay; $899.99 on Nov 2.
Prices at every store
LG C5
- WalmartNew
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$939.95Observed at 4:08 PM - B&H Photo-Video-AudioNew
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$949.95Observed at 4:08 PM - Best BuyNew
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$1,299.99Observed at 4:08 PM - CrutchfieldNew
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$1,299.99Observed at 4:08 PM
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Specs compared
| Spec | LG C5 | LG B5 Series 4K Ultra HDR Smart AI OLED WebOS TV |
|---|---|---|
| Display Type | OLED | OLED |
| Resolution | 4K | 3840 x 2160 |
| HDTV Format | 4K UHD | 4K |
| Refresh Rate | 144Hz | 120 Hz |
| color | Black | Black, Brown |
| High Definition | Yes | Yes |
| Screen Form | Flat | Flat |
| Assistant Support | Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa | Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa, Siri |
| HDR | Yes | Yes |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, IrDA, HDMI | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, RF, USB, HDMI, Ethernet, Opti… |
What reviewers say
LG C5
Owners rate the C5 highly, at 4.8 out of 5 from about 18,000 ratings, with most praise going to picture quality and gaming features. The main complaint is brightness and color punch next to brighter OLED competitors.
- Deep blacks and strong contrast for films
- Smooth 144Hz gaming with low lag
- Simple webOS interface and plenty of free channels
- Slim design and narrow bezel
- Peak brightness trails some rival OLEDs
- Color volume is not as rich as QD-OLED sets
- Glare in bright rooms
- Burn-in worries for heavy news or sports viewing
LG B5 Series 4K Ultra HDR Smart AI OLED WebOS TV
Reception of the B5 is generally positive: reviewers treat it as the cheapest way into a good OLED and accept the step down in brightness and processing. Owners praise picture quality for the money and complain mainly about brightness in bright rooms and the limited HDMI 2.1 connections.
Questions and answers
- Which is better for gaming, the LG C5 or the LG B5?
- The C5. It has a 144Hz refresh rate, VRR up to 144Hz, G-Sync and FreeSync Premium, and four HDMI 2.1 ports. The B5 tops out at 120Hz with no stated VRR support.
- Is the LG C5 worth the extra $40 over the B5?
- For most shoppers, yes. At $939.95 at Walmart versus $899.99 for the B5 as of early November 2026, the C5 adds 144Hz, four HDMI 2.1 ports and the brighter evo panel for about $40.
- Which has the brighter picture?
- The C5. Its OLED evo panel is tuned for boosted brightness and contrast in well-lit rooms. The B5 uses a standard OLED panel.
- Which one has more HDMI ports for consoles?
- The C5 lists four HDMI 2.1 inputs. The B5 lists HDMI but does not state the count or version, so check the specific size before buying.
- Does the B5 work with Alexa and Google Assistant?
- Yes. The B5 lists Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa and Siri support. The C5 runs webOS 25 and does not list those third-party assistants.
- Which sizes can I get?
- The B5 comes in 48, 55, 65, 77 and 83 inches. The C5 listing starts at a 42-inch class and goes up from there.
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