Is the LG C6 good for gaming?

Yes. It has four HDMI 2.1 ports, a 165Hz refresh rate and low input lag, which suits PS5, Xbox Series X and gaming PCs.

How is the C6 different from the C5?

The C6 moves to the Alpha 11 Gen 3 processor and webOS 26, with Brightness Booster Pro tuning. Picture gains over the C5 are modest rather than dramatic.

Does the LG C6 support Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos?

It supports Dolby Vision, HDR10 and HLG for video, and Dolby Atmos passthrough for soundbars and speakers.

Is a 42-inch OLED good for a bedroom?

Yes. The 42-inch size suits close viewing in a bedroom or small room, and OLED contrast holds up well in dim light.

Does the LG C6 have a next-gen ATSC 3.0 tuner?

No. It uses a standard ATSC tuner, so over-the-air ATSC 3.0 broadcasts need an external tuner box.

Should I worry about burn-in on the C6?

OLED can retain static images over long periods. The set includes OLED Care features, and varying content and avoiding long static logos lowers the risk.

Where is the 42" Class OLED 4K HDR C6 Series Smart TV cheapest?

At BrandsMart USA, for $899.99, as of our latest check.

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42" Class OLED 4K HDR C6 Series Smart TV

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42" Class OLED 4K HDR C6 Series Smart TV

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Our take on the 42" Class OLED 4K HDR C6 Series Smart TV

The LG C6 is LG's mainstream OLED evo line, sold in 42, 48, 55 and 65 inches. It uses a 4K WOLED panel with the Alpha 11 Gen 3 processor, four HDMI 2.1 ports, a 165Hz refresh rate and Dolby Vision, so it covers movies, sports and high-frame-rate gaming on one set. Brightness Booster Pro lifts output well above older C-series panels, though it is not as bright as LG's G-series or QD-OLED rivals. Owners pick it for perfect blacks, wide viewing angles and low gaming lag; the trade-offs are OLED burn-in care and weaker sound from the built-in speakers.

Best forMovie and streaming fans who watch in dim roomsConsole and PC gamers wanting 4K 120Hz and 165HzBuyers who want one TV for a bright living room and a dark bedroomPeople upgrading from an older LG C-series

Pros

Perfect blacks and strong contrast from self-lit pixels
Four HDMI 2.1 ports at 165Hz for consoles and PCs
Dolby Vision, HDR10 and HLG support
Alpha 11 Gen 3 processor with AI upscaling and tone mapping
webOS 26 is fast and app-rich
Wide viewing angles suit off-center seating

Cons

Peak brightness trails Mini-LED and QD-OLED sets in bright rooms
Risk of permanent burn-in with static logos and news tickers
Built-in sound is thin; a soundbar is worth adding
No ATSC 3.0 tuner for next-gen broadcast
Stand and feet take up more depth than some expect

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What reviewers say

Reviewers rate the C6 as a strong all-round OLED, praising its contrast, gaming features and processor. Most criticism centers on brightness versus Mini-LED and QD-OLED rivals and on the modest built-in audio.

What people mention

BrightnessMixedOwners say it is bright enough for most rooms but still dimmer than top Mini-LED sets in daylight.
Black levelPraisedReviewers highlight perfect blacks and strong contrast in dark scenes.
GamingPraisedFour HDMI 2.1 ports and high refresh rates are called out as a big plus for consoles and PCs.
SoundCriticisedThe built-in speakers are described as thin, with many buyers adding a soundbar.
Burn-inMixedSome owners worry about static logos and use OLED Care settings to limit risk.
WebOSPraisedThe interface is called fast and easy to navigate.

About the 42" Class OLED 4K HDR C6 Series Smart TV

The LG C6 Series is a 42" class 4K OLED evo smart TV.

It supports Dolby Vision, HDR10 and HLG, plus Dolby Atmos sound.

The TV runs webOS 26. Dolby Atmos FlexConnect works with compatible LG soundbars and speakers.

Screen size: 42" class
Resolution: 3,840 x 2,160p (4K)
Refresh rate: 165Hz
HDR: Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG
Processor: Alpha 11 AI Processor 4K Gen3
Smart TV software: webOS 26
HDMI ports: 4 x HDMI 2.1
Audio: Dolby Atmos; Dolby Atmos FlexConnect with compatible LG soundbars and speakers
ATSC 3.0: Not supported

Specifications

Screen sizes: 42", 48", 55", 65"Source
HDMI ports: 4x HDMI 2.1Source
Resolution: 3,840 x 2,160pSource
Refresh rate: 165HzSource
HDR support

Questions and answers

Is the LG C6 good for gaming?: Yes. It has four HDMI 2.1 ports, a 165Hz refresh rate and low input lag, which suits PS5, Xbox Series X and gaming PCs.
How is the C6 different from the C5?: The C6 moves to the Alpha 11 Gen 3 processor and webOS 26, with Brightness Booster Pro tuning. Picture gains over the C5 are modest rather than dramatic.
Does the LG C6 support Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos?: It supports Dolby Vision, HDR10 and HLG for video, and Dolby Atmos passthrough for soundbars and speakers.
Is a 42-inch OLED good for a bedroom?: Yes. The 42-inch size suits close viewing in a bedroom or small room, and OLED contrast holds up well in dim light.
Does the LG C6 have a next-gen ATSC 3.0 tuner?: No. It uses a standard ATSC tuner, so over-the-air ATSC 3.0 broadcasts need an external tuner box.
Should I worry about burn-in on the C6?: OLED can retain static images over long periods. The set includes OLED Care features, and varying content and avoiding long static logos lowers the risk.
Where is the 42" Class OLED 4K HDR C6 Series Smart TV cheapest?: At BrandsMart USA, for $899.99, as of our latest check.