LG 65-Inch Class OLED evo AI 4K G5 Series Smart TV w/Dolby Atmos, Dolby Vision, HDR10, AI Super Upscaling 4K, Filmmaker Mode, Wow Orchestra, Alexa Built-in (OLED65G5WUA, 2025)

I've been a huge fan of OLED tech and their black levels for a long time now, and it's really a gift that keeps giving, which is even more so for gamers. With this model, I think we may be within perfection, with an uptick in the boldness of the picture and the feature set. I essentially use this as my monitor for my PC that I use as a home theater, and I think with this and recent models we are in a sweet spot, because it seems to actually link up with the graphics card to have very high framerates/refresh rates (60 frames is a luxury, 120fps is extreme luxury, and it seems this is ready for up to 165fps which is crazy) as well as features to keep things synced up with changing framerates from games. Turn on the game optimization in the settings, and you can instantly see your frame rate and various features from your graphics card, very cool.Also, some people were freaking out about Dolby Vision having some bug to patch, well, Dolby Vision appears to now be a feature of Windows HDR, and it's working great for me. HDR in games is really, really special now, so definitely enable that where you can, this screen will do it justice to say the least.

I seriously hesitated on this purchase because of the price. But, I did a lot of research and this was almost always the top rated tv model for 2025 so I gave in and bought it. WOW. I can’t even describe how vivid the picture is. Absolutely gorgeous! Same with the sound. All the bells and whistles are great - like a mouse with point and click to select what you want or to do app searches with.Overall great product and I definitely recommend it. No regrets on the purchase at all but I still think it was a lot to pay for a TV. If you can afford it, definitely go for it.

The media could not be loaded. UPDATE 5/28/2025ISSUES ARE STILL NOT FIXED! OVER ONE MONTH LATER!DESPICABLE LG!THEY HAVE NOT CALLED ME BACK AFTER SERVICE COMPLAINT EITHER!STAY FAR AWAY IF YOU LIKE QUALITY AND REFERENCE SETTINGS!ORIGINAL REVIEW:Don't buy until issues are resolved.I'm super bummed. I was really excited to upgrade from a 77G1 to this panel but it still had so many issues I'll have to return if they don't fix.They pushed out a firmware update that improved Dolby Vision near black posterization and color banding but they have not fixed the same issue on HDR10.It looks like total slop near black on any HDR10 content. Streamed or physical.Especially compared to my previous 77G1 and 77C9 and 55E6. Generations older, and this is worse.Video attached showing the issue in gaming.Pictures attached with G5 on top vs competing Samsung OLED below in HDR10 content.Inexcusable for the price.

Despite initial reservations regarding the substantial investment required for this set, I have been thoroughly impressed by its performance, surpassing my expectations significantly. The majority of the concerns raised were resolved through a firmware update. The visual quality is exceptional, with an impressive brightness levels. The inclusion of four HDMI 2.1 ports is a significant advantage, as it enables seamless connectivity with my gaming consoles and streaming devices. Furthermore, the provided slim wall mount contributes to a clean and minimalist aesthetic, enhancing the overall setup. The G5 is hands down the best TV I’ve owned personally.

I know people had issues with it apon release but I would say most of the problems are non existent now. The Screen is ridiculously bright , so much so I have it at half brightness.

The LG G5 OLED is, without exaggeration, a retina-searing leap forward for TV technology. Thanks to its new Primary RGB Tandem OLED panel (that’s four layers of OLED magic for those counting), the G5 is so bright you might want to invest in sunglasses just to watch The Matrix in HDR. Colors? Vivid, lifelike, and so punchy you’ll wonder if you accidentally switched to “Technicolor Dreamcoat” mode. Black levels are, as ever with OLED, deep enough to make a black hole jealous.Whether you’re watching movies, sports, or just admiring your reflection in the glossy screen, the G5 handles it all with aplomb. Motion is smooth, glare is a non-issue, and the viewing angle is so wide you could host a Super Bowl party for your entire apartment complex. If you crave Dolby Vision, the G5 delivers-just make sure you’re not streaming, or you might encounter some “artistic” grayish blacks and image noise (but LG is reportedly working on a fix, so fingers crossed).But for all this technological wizardry, LG has decided to keep you humble with a remote that feels like it was designed as a practical joke. No backlight, awkward input changes, and a layout that could double as an escape room puzzle. For a TV that can cost as much as a used car, you’d expect a remote that doesn’t require night vision goggles or a PhD in patience.Audio enthusiasts, brace yourselves: there’s no DTS:X support this year, so if you’re hoping for that, look elsewhere. Dolby fans, however, are treated like royalty, with arguably the best Dolby support on the market.One other big downside is the posterization and gradation in HDR content. LG fixed this issue in Dolby but it’s still present in HDR. Hopefully they are working on this as well as some backlit remote options.In summary: the LG G5 is a five-star TV shackled to a one-star remote. If LG ever gives us a remote worthy of the TV, it’ll be a perfect score. Until then, four stars-because even in 2025, you can’t have it all, but you can at least have a laugh while you fumble for the volume in the dark.

The picture quality is stunning. Super easy to set up. Has all the apps we need. We continue to be amazed by the quality of this TV

No complaints so far, love having it flush against the wall! If you want the best of the best this is it