This older OLED generation offers pixel-perfect contrast and black levels, but needs a modern receiver for gaming. All HDMI ports run at 2.0 spec, maxing out at 4K@60Hz — high refresh gaming is off the table here. Optical output works with any Dolby Digital soundbar for 5.1 surround. Here's every port and the cables you'll need.
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This older OLED generation offers pixel-perfect contrast and black levels, but needs a modern receiver for gaming. All HDMI ports run at 2.0 spec, maxing out at 4K@60Hz — high refresh gaming is off the table here. Optical output works with any Dolby Digital soundbar for 5.1 surround. Here's every port and the cables you'll need.
This older OLED generation offers pixel-perfect contrast and black levels, but needs a modern receiver for gaming. All HDMI ports run at 2.0 spec, maxing out at 4K@60Hz — high refresh gaming is off the table here. Optical output works with any Dolby Digital soundbar for 5.1 surround. Here's every port and the cables you'll need.
This older OLED generation offers pixel-perfect contrast and black levels, but needs a modern receiver for gaming. All four HDMI ports support full 2.1 specs (48Gbps), enabling 4K@120Hz, VRR, and ALLM on any input. eARC runs on HDMI 2 for lossless audio return to a soundbar. For the 2.1 ports, use Ultra High Speed HDMI cables — standard cables top out at 18Gbps. Here's every port and the cables you'll need.
This older OLED generation offers pixel-perfect contrast and black levels, but needs a modern receiver for gaming. Two HDMI 2.1 ports hit 4K@120Hz with VRR, but the other two cap out at 4K@60Hz — plan your source placement wisely. eARC runs on one input for lossless audio return to a soundbar. For the 2.1 ports, use Ultra High Speed HDMI cables — standard cables top out at 18Gbps. Here's every port and the cables you'll need.
This LG OLED balances price with modern gaming features, splitting HDMI 2.1 across two inputs. All four HDMI ports support full 2.1 specs (48Gbps), enabling 4K@120Hz, VRR, and ALLM on any input. eARC runs on HDMI 2 for lossless audio return to a soundbar. For the 2.1 ports, use Ultra High Speed HDMI cables — standard cables top out at 18Gbps. Here's every port and the cables you'll need.
This LG OLED balances price with modern gaming features, splitting HDMI 2.1 across two inputs. All four HDMI ports support full 2.1 specs (48Gbps), enabling 4K@120Hz, VRR, and ALLM on any input. eARC runs on HDMI 2 for lossless audio return to a soundbar. For the 2.1 ports, use Ultra High Speed HDMI cables — standard cables top out at 18Gbps. Here's every port and the cables you'll need.
This 2023 mid-range OLED adds brighter highlights to traditional OLED contrast, with full gaming feature support. All four HDMI ports support full 2.1 specs (48Gbps), enabling 4K@120Hz, VRR, and ALLM on any input. eARC runs on HDMI 2 for lossless audio return to a soundbar. For the 2.1 ports, use Ultra High Speed HDMI cables — standard cables top out at 18Gbps. Here's every port and the cables you'll need.
This television offers modern display technology and modern connectivity. All four HDMI ports support full 2.1 specs (48Gbps), enabling 4K@120Hz, VRR, and ALLM on any input. eARC runs on HDMI 2 for lossless audio return to a soundbar. For the 2.1 ports, use Ultra High Speed HDMI cables — standard cables top out at 18Gbps. Here's every port and the cables you'll need.
This 2025 OLED is built from the ground up for high-refresh gaming: every HDMI port supports 4K@120Hz, VRR, and ALLM without compromise. Wi-Fi 7 and all four HDMI 2.1 ports at full 48Gbps bandwidth. For the 2.1 ports, use Ultra High Speed HDMI cables — standard cables top out at 18Gbps. Here's every port and the cables you'll need.
This classic OLED still delivers stunning color and true blacks, though HDMI 2.0 limits it to 60Hz. All HDMI ports run at 2.0 spec, maxing out at 4K@60Hz — high refresh gaming is off the table here. Optical output works with any Dolby Digital soundbar for 5.1 surround. Here's every port and the cables you'll need.
This classic OLED still delivers stunning color and true blacks, though HDMI 2.0 limits it to 60Hz. All HDMI ports run at 2.0 spec, maxing out at 4K@60Hz — high refresh gaming is off the table here. Optical output works with any Dolby Digital soundbar for 5.1 surround. Here's every port and the cables you'll need.
This classic OLED still delivers stunning color and true blacks, though HDMI 2.0 limits it to 60Hz. All HDMI ports run at 2.0 spec, maxing out at 4K@60Hz — high refresh gaming is off the table here. eARC runs on one input for lossless audio return to a soundbar. Here's every port and the cables you'll need.
This classic OLED still delivers stunning color and true blacks, though HDMI 2.0 limits it to 60Hz. All four HDMI ports support full 2.1 specs (48Gbps), enabling 4K@120Hz, VRR, and ALLM on any input. eARC runs on HDMI 2 for lossless audio return to a soundbar. For the 2.1 ports, use Ultra High Speed HDMI cables — standard cables top out at 18Gbps. Here's every port and the cables you'll need.
This 2020 flagship was the first to bring 4K@120Hz gaming to mainstream OLED, a game-changer at launch. All four HDMI ports support full 2.1 specs (48Gbps), enabling 4K@120Hz, VRR, and ALLM on any input. eARC runs on HDMI 2 for lossless audio return to a soundbar. For the 2.1 ports, use Ultra High Speed HDMI cables — standard cables top out at 18Gbps. Here's every port and the cables you'll need.
This 2019 premium OLED excels at image quality but is hamstrung by HDMI 2.0 and 60Hz-only operation. All four HDMI ports support full 2.1 specs (48Gbps), enabling 4K@120Hz, VRR, and ALLM on any input. eARC runs on HDMI 2 for lossless audio return to a soundbar. For the 2.1 ports, use Ultra High Speed HDMI cables — standard cables top out at 18Gbps. Here's every port and the cables you'll need.
This 2021 flagship OLED combines top brightness with Wi-Fi 6 and a four-port full-bandwidth HDMI setup. All four HDMI ports support full 2.1 specs (48Gbps), enabling 4K@120Hz, VRR, and ALLM on any input. eARC runs on HDMI 2 for lossless audio return to a soundbar. For the 2.1 ports, use Ultra High Speed HDMI cables — standard cables top out at 18Gbps. Here's every port and the cables you'll need.
This 2022 flagship ratchets brightness to 150% and adds Wi-Fi 6E, with all four HDMI ports running at 2.1 speed. eARC runs on HDMI 2 for lossless audio return to a soundbar. For the 2.1 ports, use Ultra High Speed HDMI cables — standard cables top out at 18Gbps. Here's every port and the cables you'll need.
This 2023 flagship OLED supports up to 144Hz refresh (with a PC), a rarity at any size. All four HDMI ports support full 2.1 specs (48Gbps), enabling 4K@120Hz, VRR, and ALLM on any input. eARC runs on HDMI 2 for lossless audio return to a soundbar. For the 2.1 ports, use Ultra High Speed HDMI cables — standard cables top out at 18Gbps. Here's every port and the cables you'll need.
This flagship breaks new ground with 150% brightness while keeping per-pixel dimming, plus built-in 60W 4.2ch audio. All four HDMI ports support full 2.1 specs (48Gbps), enabling 4K@120Hz, VRR, and ALLM on any input. eARC runs on HDMI 2 for lossless audio return to a soundbar. For the 2.1 ports, use Ultra High Speed HDMI cables — standard cables top out at 18Gbps. Here's every port and the cables you'll need.
This 2025 flagship brings Wi-Fi 7 and four full HDMI 2.1 ports, optimized for PC and console gaming at high refresh. eARC runs on HDMI 2 for lossless audio return to a soundbar. For the 2.1 ports, use Ultra High Speed HDMI cables — standard cables top out at 18Gbps. Here's every port and the cables you'll need.
This 2020 LG flagship introduced 4K@120Hz to the premium market and popularized 2.1 bandwidth in OLED. All four HDMI ports support full 2.1 specs (48Gbps), enabling 4K@120Hz, VRR, and ALLM on any input. eARC runs on HDMI 2 for lossless audio return to a soundbar. For the 2.1 ports, use Ultra High Speed HDMI cables — standard cables top out at 18Gbps. Here's every port and the cables you'll need.
This 2024 QNED merges quantum dots with Mini-LED dimming zones, reaching 3,000 nits in peak HDR moments. Two HDMI 2.1 ports hit 4K@120Hz with VRR, but the other two cap out at 4K@60Hz — plan your source placement wisely. eARC runs on one input for lossless audio return to a soundbar. For the 2.1 ports, use Ultra High Speed HDMI cables — standard cables top out at 18Gbps. Here's every port and the cables you'll need.
LG QNED90A/QNED90TA 55-86″ Mini LED (2025)
This 2024 flagship combines quantum dots and 2,000+ dimming zones with Wi-Fi 6E and gaming-friendly ports. All four HDMI ports support full 2.1 specs (48Gbps), enabling 4K@120Hz, VRR, and ALLM on any input. eARC runs on HDMI 2 for lossless audio return to a soundbar. For the 2.1 ports, use Ultra High Speed HDMI cables — standard cables top out at 18Gbps. Here's every port and the cables you'll need.
