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LG B4 OLED TV vs LG G4 OLED evo TV

LG G4 OLED evo TV leads 3 to 0 on the 3 rankable specs, but LG B4 OLED TV costs $1,300 less. Most of the 28 attributes tracked here are descriptive rather than numeric.

Catalog as of September 1, 2026

Why, in numbers

  • Panel type: LG B4 lists WOLED (LG sheet, 2026-09-02); LG G4 lists WOLED evo with Micro Lens Array (MLA 2.0) & Heat Sink (LG sheet, 2026-09-02).
  • Peak brightness (HDR): LG B4 lists ~650–700 nits HDR peak (other published figure, not on maker sheet); LG G4 lists ~1,500–3,000 nits peak HDR (other published figure, not on maker sheet).
  • HDMI 2.1 ports: LG B4 lists 4 (LG sheet, 2026-09-02); LG G4 lists 4 (all 48Gbps HDMI 2.1) (LG sheet, 2026-09-02).
  • Native refresh rate: LG B4 lists 120 Hz (LG sheet, 2026-09-02); LG G4 lists 120 Hz (up to 144 Hz PC) (LG sheet, 2026-09-02).
  • Contrast: LG B4 lists Infinite (per-pixel) (our summary); LG G4 lists Infinite (per-pixel self-lit) (our summary).

Manufacturer list price, not a live offer. Confirm current pricing before you buy.

LG B4 OLED TV
$1,2990 spec wins
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LG G4 OLED evo TV
$2,5993 spec wins
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Generational Upgrade Analysis

Generational Comparison

LG sibling models compared across generations.

Our recommendation: Compare the spec differences below to see if the price premium justifies the newer model's additions.

Buying for

Every rankable spec counts once. Pick a lens to score only what matters for your tv.

Straight answer

Overall: 0 to 3

Buy the LG G4.

  • Leads 3 of 3 rankable overall specs.
  • Peak brightness (HDR): ~1,500–3,000 nits peak HDR vs ~650–700 nits HDR peak
  • Input lag (4K 120, game mode): ~5.1 ms at 120Hz / ~9.2 ms at 60Hz vs ~5.5 ms
  • LG B4 is $1,300 cheaper. Pay the difference only if peak brightness (hdr) matters to you.
0 LG B43 rankable of 28 specsLG G4 3

Deal-breakers

tick what would make you walk away

  • row

    Static news tickers, game HUDs and desktop use can leave permanent marks over the years.

    Trips:LG B4 · Yes (mitigated by pixel shift and scree…Trips:LG G4 · Yes (mitigated by custom heatsink and 5…
  • row

    Lamps and windows reflect in a bright room.

    Trips:LG B4 · GlossyTrips:LG G4 · Glossy with low-reflection treatment

At a glance

The handful of numbers that decide most purchases in this category.

3 of 3 differ

Panel type

B4

WOLED

G4

WOLED evo with Micro Lens Array (MLA 2.0) & Heat Sink

Peak brightness (HDR)

B4

~650–700 nits HDR peak

G4

~1,500–3,000 nits peak HDR

HDMI 2.1 ports

B4

4

G4

4 (all 48Gbps HDMI 2.1)

True 3-Year Cost of Ownership (TCO)

Upfront price + 3 years of consumables, fees & essential add-ons

LG B4

Upfront list price$1,299
3-Year Estimated Total$1,299

LG G4

Upfront list price$2,599
Essential add-ons (Optional tabletop stand (wall mount only in box for 65"+))+$149
3-Year Estimated Total$2,748

Comes with slim wall bracket; official stand sold separately.

Living Room Space & Placement Check

Real-world physical measurements for credenza width, soundbar clearance, and wall mounting.

Ergonomic & Spatial Check

TV Stand & Table Footprint

Check your media console width before buying wide-foot models.

B4

Standard pedestal or dual-foot support

G4

No stand in box for 65"+ (included on 55" in some regions)

Soundbar Clearance

Low bezel clearance may cause soundbars to block screen bottom or remote sensor.

B4

Standard clearance

G4

N/A on wall; ~2.8 in with optional stand

Wall Mount Profile & Depth

B4

Standard VESA wall depth

G4

Ultra-slim 0.9 in flush gallery mount with zero gap

The 90-Day Owner Regret Check

Documented ergonomic quirks, hardware annoyances, and maintenance realities reported by real owners.

Post-Purchase Truths

B4: What to watch for

  • Software / Apps

    Smart TV interface runs sponsored ads and banner recommendations.

    Like most modern smart TV platforms, the home menu highlights suggested streaming content and sponsored banner placement out of the box.

  • Ergonomics

    Thin integrated TV speakers lack low-end bass punch.

    Ultra-thin modern chassis leave minimal acoustic chamber depth, making a dedicated soundbar or audio system virtually mandatory for movie dialogues.

G4: What to watch for

  • Hidden Cost

    65" and larger models still omit tabletop stands in the US box.

    Buyers planning to place the 65" or 77" on a media console must budget for a third-party or OEM VESA stand.

  • Software / Apps

    webOS home screen features sponsored content & banner recommendations.

    Navigating the smart interface prompts promotional banners unless manually restricted via deep privacy settings.

LG B4$1,2990 wins
LG G4$2,5993 wins

Picture

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Picture specifications. Middle column is LG B4 OLED TV, right column is LG G4 OLED evo TV.
Panel typeWOLEDWOLED evo with Micro Lens Array (MLA 2.0) & Heat Sink
Screen size65 inches65 inches
Resolution3840 × 2160 (4K)3840 × 2160 (4K)
Native refresh rate120 Hz120 Hz (up to 144 Hz PC)
Peak brightness (HDR)Not on the official sheet~650–700 nits HDR peak~1,500–3,000 nits peak HDR (wins this row: higher)
ContrastOur summaryInfinite (per-pixel)Infinite (per-pixel self-lit)
Local dimmingPer-pixel (self-emissive)Per-pixel self-emissive
Viewing angleOur summaryExcellentWide viewing angle with anti-reflective coating
Screen finishGlossyGlossy with low-reflection treatment
HDR formatsDolby Vision, HDR10, HLG (no HDR10+)Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG (no HDR10+)

Processing

3 differences
Processing specifications. Middle column is LG B4 OLED TV, right column is LG G4 OLED evo TV.
Processorα8 AI Processor 4Kα11 AI Processor 4K
Motion handlingOur summaryExcellent OLED response timeNear-instantaneous OLED pixel response (~0.1 ms)
UpscalingAI Super Upscaling 4Kα11 AI Super Upscaling 4K

Gaming

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Gaming specifications. Middle column is LG B4 OLED TV, right column is LG G4 OLED evo TV.
HDMI 2.1 ports44 (all 48Gbps HDMI 2.1)
4K 120HzYesYes (up to 4K 144Hz)
VRRYesYes (AMD FreeSync Premium, NVIDIA G-Sync, HDMI VRR)
Auto low latency (ALLM)YesYes
Input lag (4K 120, game mode)Not on the official sheet~5.5 ms~5.1 ms at 120Hz / ~9.2 ms at 60Hz (wins this row: lower)
G-Sync / FreeSyncNVIDIA G-Sync Compatible, AMD FreeSync PremiumNVIDIA G-Sync Compatible, AMD FreeSync Premium

Audio

2 differences
Audio specifications. Middle column is LG B4 OLED TV, right column is LG G4 OLED evo TV.
Speakers2.0 channel, 20W4.2 channel, 60W (α11 AI Sound Pro 11.1.2 virtual upmix)
Dolby AtmosYesYes
eARCYesYes (HDMI 2)

Smart TV

1 differences
Smart TV specifications. Middle column is LG B4 OLED TV, right column is LG G4 OLED evo TV.
Operating systemwebOS 24webOS 24
Voice assistantsLG ThinQ, Alexa, Apple HomeLG ThinQ, Amazon Alexa built-in, Apple HomeKit / AirPlay 2

Design

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Design specifications. Middle column is LG B4 OLED TV, right column is LG G4 OLED evo TV.
ThicknessNot on the official sheet~46 mm~24 mm (flush One Wall Gallery design) (wins this row: lower)
Wall mountStandard VESAIncluded flush Gallery wall bracket (VESA 300 × 300 compatible)

Ownership

2 differences
Ownership specifications. Middle column is LG B4 OLED TV, right column is LG G4 OLED evo TV.
Burn-in riskOur summaryYes (mitigated by pixel shift and screen care)Yes (mitigated by custom heatsink and 5-year panel warranty)
Warranty1 year5-year limited panel warranty (1-year parts & labor)
Most rows are from the official spec sheet. Marked rows are other published figures or our summary, not lab tests we ran.

Which one should you buy

Pick this one if

LG B4 OLED TV

Value flagship 65-inch OLED TV featuring 4 full-bandwidth HDMI 2.1 ports, α8 AI processor, and Dolby Vision.

  • Four full-bandwidth HDMI 2.1 ports at an accessible OLED price point
  • Perfect blacks and infinite contrast with zero blooming
  • Ultra-low input lag and full VRR support for gaming

What you give up

  • Lower peak brightness than C4 and G4 series
  • Glossy screen reflects ambient light in bright rooms

Pick this one if

LG G4 OLED evo TV

65-inch flagship OLED evo TV with Brightness Booster Max (MLA 2.0), α11 AI processor 4K, 144Hz gaming, and flush wall-mount Gallery design.

  • Micro Lens Array 2.0 delivers top-tier OLED peak brightness (~3,000 nits)
  • Flagship α11 AI 4K processor and 144Hz refresh rate
  • 5-year panel warranty included

What you give up

  • Premium price point
  • Tabletop stand sold separately (designed primarily for wall mounting)

Best for each use

Gaming

Console or PC play: low input lag, 120 Hz, enough HDMI 2.1 ports for every box

Too close to call on gaming from the spec sheets. Only input lag (4k 120, game mode) is rankable here.

  • HDMI 2.1 ports: 4 vs 4
  • 4K 120Hz: Yes vs Yes

Movies

Dark-room films and HDR streaming: black levels, HDR formats, motion and upscaling

Too close to call on movies from the spec sheets. Only peak brightness (hdr) is rankable here.

  • Contrast: Infinite vs Infinite
  • Panel type: WOLED vs WOLED evo with Micro Lens Array

Bright rooms

Daytime TV and sports in a sunny room: brightness, glare handling, wide seating

Too close to call on bright rooms from the spec sheets. Only peak brightness (hdr) is rankable here.

  • Screen finish: Glossy vs Glossy with low-reflection treatment
  • Viewing angle: Excellent vs Wide viewing angle with anti-reflective…

Every answer above is scored from published figures. A lens uses only the rows that matter for that use, including marked rows that are not on the official sheet. Switch lenses interactively in the panel above.

Done deciding?

Open the full standalone spec sheet for either device.

Manufacturer pages: LG B4 OLED TV · LG G4 OLED evo TV

Common questions

Which is cheaper, the LG B4 or the LG G4?

LG B4 costs $1,300 less at list price.

What is the biggest catch with the LG B4 or LG G4?

Both has this deal-breaker: burn-in risk. Static news tickers, game HUDs and desktop use can leave permanent marks over the years.

Which is better for gaming, the LG B4 or the LG G4?

Too close to call on gaming from the spec sheets. Only input lag (4k 120, game mode) is rankable here. HDMI 2.1 ports: 4 vs 4 4K 120Hz: Yes vs Yes

What cannot be compared from spec sheets?

Of the 28 specs tracked here, 25 are descriptive and cannot be ranked on numbers alone. Spec sheets also cannot measure subjective factors like build quality, real-world performance, or comfort.

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