Which is better for gaming?

The LG. Its 120 Hz panel, VRR, ALLM, and FreeSync matter for consoles and PCs. The Roku is 60 Hz with no VRR listed.

Is the LG worth $350 more?

If you watch sports, play games, or care about dark-scene contrast, yes. If you mostly stream shows in a bright room, the Roku covers the basics for far less.

Which has better picture quality in dark rooms?

The LG, thanks to local dimming. But owners report backlight bleeding at the sides in dark scenes, so it is not a mini-LED set.

Which is easier to use?

The Roku. Roku OS is simpler and its voice remote searches across apps. LG's webOS 24 is more capable but busier.

Do both support voice assistants?

Yes. The Roku adds Siri support; the LG lists Google Assistant and Alexa.

Neither maker publishes a lifespan figure. Some LG owners report screen lines after about two years, so consider an extended warranty on either.

Roku Select Series 65" 4K QLED TV vs LG QNED85TUA 65" 4K Smart TV

Buy the Roku Select Series for the lowest price and the simplest smart TV experience. Buy the LG QNED85TUA if you watch sports, play games, or want smoother motion and better dark-scene contrast. The Roku is $399.99 at Amazon as of November 7, 2026; the LG is $749.99 at Pro Bros the same day, and it hit $695.00 on November 2.

Today the Roku Select Series 65" 4K QLED TV costs $350.00 less at its best price.

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