LG C3 Series 77-Inch Class OLED evo Smart TV OLED77C3PUA, 2023 - AI-Powered 4K, Alexa Built-in

I'm using the C3 as a computer monitor. I had purchased the G9 Neo a couple years back and have been using that as my main display coupled with a G8 - it was TONS of real estate, but media consumption was mediocre as the vertical space was the same as a 27" screen, so I decided to migrate to a singular large format screen. I went back and forth on size and brand between this and the equivalent Samsung offering. I checked them out in stores, read reviews and the C3s only issue was the protection LG uses to prevent burn-in, so when the C3 was recently on sale I sprung for it. I was aiming for the 55" since it was going to sort of be on my desk (wall mount), but the 65" was actually a better price at the time. It actually was the EXACT same width as my desk and is surprisingly aesthetically pleasing.In terms of performance I've had a couple things to work through. First there are NO Displayports and you pretty much NEED an HDMI 2.1 cable, so I was back on Amz fast tracking a new cable after trying to setup. I'm powering it currently with a 3080 TI. Playing content at 4k 60hz has been terrific, but when I bumped my refresh rate to 120, the screen itself started having issues - not my PC or what was on screen, but the menu system started choking HARD and slowed down greatly. This is actually pretty worrisome to me, I've dealt with Samsung putting a cheap processor in a screen before, and the smart stuff starts to crap out over time - so I'll be watching this, maybe it is a firmware issue, I can't call it yet.In terms of practical use and gaming, mostly Helldivers 2, Brotato, and Fortnite - all maxed out - it looks fantastic and is a much better experience than my ultrawide despite being close to the same width and it having a 240mhz refresh rate (and technically costing less than the G9 when not on sale). I was worried about text sharpness, but text has been perfectly sharp - the biggest IMO difference between a "tv" screen and monitor. Recently did taxes with wife at the same time on it and even with different forms and documents opened all over the screen at once (FancyZones for the win) she was able to read everything easily, despite needing glasses and being on the far right side. It doesn't sound like a big deal, but that is kind of huge. Media consumption such as Youtube has been a mixed bag - simply put there aren't THAT many content creators posting in 4K, so everything is being upscaled - with the results being mixed - hard to say who's fault that really is.Finally color and burn-in. I've had no burn in, but I've left the device to take care of self-dimming, I've kept it off when not in use, and I use animated backgrounds along with hidden task-bars, so I'm actively defending against it. So good so far. One of the differences touted between this and the Samsung equivalents is that the Samsungs are brighter - I worry not only will that lead to more burn-in, but it wouldn't be as comfortable as this has been, to use as a monitor - I'm sitting a few feet from a 65" screen, I don't need the full brightness of the sun pouring into my eyes. However, and in a good way, the darkness hs made the contrast look even better to at least me, and that makes the colors look even better. Helldivers 2 is not super colorful, but I can CLEARLY see all the details. Playing Rainbow 6 Siege, I've never felt at a disadvantage due to people blending in (or had issues with latency). Fortnite is super colorful and just 'pops' off the screen to my delight. Brotato as a 2D game doesn't tax the screen resolution, but speed that game can move at in later levels has not been affected by latency at ALL and it looks better than it did on my Steamdeck and the colors at least "feel" better than m G9, though I struggle to separate the color performance here from the scale.It was a weird decision buying this screen as a monitor, but I've ENJOYED using it so much, like I've actually smiled just playing games like L4D2 because the experience has been so good.

I shopped around for a good while even going to the big box stores to compare various TVs on offer from the various makers and this model stood out after multiple visits and time spent researching options and price ranges and sizes. The picture quality always jumped out at me as the best out of all the wide options I encountered.After pulling the trigger on this unit I am absolutely glad I choose this model. I wouldn't even say glad, more like thrilled. The quality of the picture is far beyond the best I've seen. We have a very nice high end TV at home already for comparison that's fairly new and at the top end. So I do have a comparison point. We just needed another set for another room in the place and it was time to buy.I took some time in the settings to explore what everything could do, had a run with the 'AI' features of this set and did some manual adjustments to all the various things to get this working and displaying exactly how I want my picture to look and I was able to land exactly where I wanted in the sweet spot with very little stress at all. And the audio? The AI enhanced setting is just phenomenal. I didn't even bother putting in a sound bar even though I had one laying around. It's just so clear and crisp with nice deep lows that don't rattle but do rumble. This TV gets *loud* if you want it.I also game on this now and it puts out a stunning 120hz at 4k that just absolutely sings to the eyes. Using my PS5 to feed the image, it's never looked better and I've been 4k gaming for a long time now. It's just never looked better. I am thoroughly impressed by LG after buying this, it was my first one from them and I'd be hard pressed to go with another make after this as I truly feel that I'm spoiled now by it. Nothing else looks as good to me.Even watching older shows, this brings them to life in new ways and the fidelity is so ramped up by the on board features of this set that it makes watching literally anything a pleasure. I usually have no patience for kid's shows for example, but when the grandkids came to visit shortly after we got this, I was just as glued to watching them as they were. The colors, the fluidity of motion, the crisp detail...just pure eye candy. And for a visual device like this, that's the highest praise I can give it.It's heavy in case you're wondering about that. Even at 48" I only felt secure moving this around the house with two grown people handling it carefully. It's got weight to it. In summary, this TV is not only the best TV I've ever owned, it's literally the best quality I've ever seen. Even among family and friends or display models in store. I feel like it's from the future or something, at least a couple years out compared to everything else.I have no higher praise to give this than what I've said and it was nothing for me to say it. No exaggeration or imagination required this is just stream of thought and these are genuinely the things that came to mind when I felt it was time to review. I can't help but gush about this set, it deserves the praise. I feel my life itself would lose a little bit of color if I had to give this up, and it brings me actual mental comfort knowing I have this and can relax after a long day looking at it. It's one of those things where you're looking at it and often think and even remark things like "This looks better than real life huh?"

Really impressed with this TV so far. Haven't used much of the built in audio, but the picture is crystal clear and menus are easy to navigate. Also incredibly lightweight for it's size. Admittedly, it's a little awkward to grab since there aren't any edges to the TV, but do love the near borderless appearance after its setup. We'll see if anything changes over time, but it's a 10/10 for me now.

I always wanted an OLED but never bought one because of the price. A good sale came up and I finally caved in. The quality, contrast, and colors are amazing! Once you get an OLED, you won’t want anything else. The solid blacks are great when watching at night.The 65inch is a great size for the living room I have it in. The sound is pretty good as is from the TV but I use a surround sound system. The HDMI 2.1 ports will allow for Dolby Atmos to be fully utilized with my sound system and it works perfectly.If you have been on the fence about getting an OLED, this is a perfect one to get! You won’t regret it

Beautiful picture, has lots of bells and whistles I haven’t begun to explore, not too keen on the pointer/curser built into the remote but I’m getting better with it. You can still do it the old way as well though. Not too heavy for its size. Really thin but stand is adequately in its support, until I get it mounted (I may not)