LG C5 OLED vs Sony Bravia 8 II
Critics score the LG C5 OLED and the Sony Bravia 8 II the same: 86 out of 100, from 12 and 10 reviews. 4 outlets reviewed both: 2 scored the LG C5 OLED higher and 2 scored the Sony Bravia 8 II higher. On average those critics put the LG C5 OLED 6 points ahead.
Image: LGLG C5 OLED
Praised for: picture quality (11 of 12), design (3 of 12)
Criticised for: price (3 of 12), brightness (2 of 12)
The catch: Only a small upgrade over the C4, and reflections show in bright rooms.
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Image: SonySony Bravia 8 II
Praised for: picture quality (10 of 10), sound (4 of 10)
Criticised for: price (6 of 10), brightness (3 of 10)
The catch: It is expensive and less bright than rival flagship OLEDs.
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Critics who reviewed both
The fairest comparison: the same reviewer, the same standards| Outlet | LG C5 OLED | Sony Bravia 8 II | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tom's Guide | 95 | 70 | +25 |
| PCMag Middle East | 90 | 80 | +10 |
| TechRadar | 89est. | 90 | -1 |
| Expert Reviews | 83est. | 95 | -12 |
Scores converted to 0–100. Difference is the LG C5 OLED minus the Sony Bravia 8 II. Outlined tiles are estimated from the verdict. Each score links to the review.
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Common questions
Which is better, the LG C5 OLED or the Sony Bravia 8 II?
Critics rate them the same, at 86. 4 outlets reviewed both: 2 scored the LG C5 OLED higher and 2 scored the Sony Bravia 8 II higher. On average those critics put the LG C5 OLED 6 points ahead.
Do critics agree about the LG C5 OLED and the Sony Bravia 8 II?
The LG C5 OLED: broad agreement, scores from 77 to 95. The Sony Bravia 8 II: broad agreement, scores from 70 to 95.