Head to head
LG B4 OLED TV vs Sony BRAVIA 8 OLED TV
They split the 4 rankable specs evenly, so cost decides it: LG B4 OLED TV costs $700 less.
Catalog as of September 1, 2026
Why, in numbers
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Straight answer
Overall: 2 to 2
Tied overall. LG B4 is cheaper.
- The 4 rankable overall specs split 2 to 2.
- Saves $700 at list price.
At a glance
The handful of numbers that decide most purchases in this category.
Panel typesame
LG
WOLED
Sony
WOLED
Peak brightness (HDR)
LG
~650–700 nits HDR peak
Sony
~900 nits HDR peak
HDMI 2.1 ports
LG
4
Sony
2 (of 4 HDMI total)
The 90-Day Owner Regret Check
Documented ergonomic quirks, hardware annoyances, and maintenance realities reported by real owners.
LG: What to watch for
- Software / Apps
Smart TV interface runs sponsored ads and banner recommendations.
- Ergonomics
Thin integrated TV speakers lack low-end bass punch.
Sony: What to watch for
- Software / Apps
Smart TV interface runs sponsored ads and banner recommendations.
- Ergonomics
Thin integrated TV speakers lack low-end bass punch.
Picture
leads 1-0| Panel type | WOLED | WOLED |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 65 inches | 65 inches |
| Resolution | 3840 × 2160 (4K) | 3840 × 2160 (4K) |
| Native refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Peak brightness (HDR)Not on the official sheet | ~650–700 nits HDR peak | ~900 nits HDR peak (wins this row: higher) |
| ContrastOur summary | Infinite (per-pixel) | Infinite (per-pixel) |
| Local dimming | Per-pixel (self-emissive) | Per-pixel (self-emissive) |
| Viewing angleOur summary | Excellent | Excellent |
| Screen finish | Glossy | Glossy |
| HDR formats | Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG (no HDR10+) | Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG (no HDR10+) |
Processing
3 differences| Processor | α8 AI Processor 4K | XR Processor |
|---|---|---|
| Motion handlingOur summary | Excellent OLED response time | XR Motion Clarity |
| Upscaling | AI Super Upscaling 4K | XR Clear Image 4K |
Gaming
leads 2-0| HDMI 2.1 ports | 4 (wins this row: higher) | 2 (of 4 HDMI total) |
|---|---|---|
| 4K 120Hz | Yes | Yes |
| VRR | Yes | Yes |
| Auto low latency (ALLM) | Yes | Yes |
| Input lag (4K 120, game mode)Not on the official sheet | ~5.5 ms (wins this row: lower) | ~8.5 ms |
| G-Sync / FreeSync | NVIDIA G-Sync Compatible, AMD FreeSync Premium | FreeSync, HDMI VRR |
Audio
1 differences| Speakers | 2.0 channel, 20W | Acoustic Surface Audio+, 50W 5-actuator |
|---|---|---|
| Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes |
| eARC | Yes | Yes |
Smart TV
2 differences| Operating system | webOS 24 | Google TV |
|---|---|---|
| Voice assistants | LG ThinQ, Alexa, Apple Home | Google Assistant, Alexa, Apple Home |
Design
leads 1-0| ThicknessNot on the official sheet | ~46 mm | ~37 mm (wins this row: lower) |
|---|---|---|
| Wall mount | Standard VESA | Standard VESA |
Ownership
1 differences| Burn-in riskOur summary | Yes (mitigated by pixel shift and screen care) | Yes (OLED; pixel shift / panel refresh) |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year |
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
Sony BRAVIA 8 OLED TV
Refined 65-inch 4K OLED TV powered by XR Processor with Acoustic Surface Audio+ sound system.
- Exceptional Sony XR color grading and motion clarity
- Acoustic Surface Audio+ vibrates the screen directly for centered dialogue
- Slim one-slate design with versatile 4-way stand
What you give up
- Only two HDMI 2.1 ports (one shared with eARC)
- Peak brightness trails Mini-LED models in sunlit rooms
Best for each use
Gaming
For gaming, buy the LG B4.
Movies
Too close to call on movies from the spec sheets. Only peak brightness (hdr) is rankable here.
Bright rooms
Too close to call on bright rooms from the spec sheets. Only peak brightness (hdr) is rankable here.
Done deciding?
Open the full standalone spec sheet for either device.
Manufacturer pages: LG B4 OLED TV ↗ · Sony BRAVIA 8 OLED TV ↗
Common questions
Which is cheaper, the LG B4 or the Sony BRAVIA 8?
LG B4 costs $700 less at list price.
What is the biggest catch with the LG B4 or Sony BRAVIA 8?
Sony BRAVIA 8 has this deal-breaker: only two HDMI 2.1 ports. A PS5, an Xbox and a 4K120 PC cannot all connect at full bandwidth, and one port doubles as eARC.
Which is better for gaming, the LG B4 or the Sony BRAVIA 8?
For gaming, buy the LG B4. Leads 2 of 2 rankable gaming specs. HDMI 2.1 ports: 4 vs 2
What cannot be compared from spec sheets?
Of the 28 specs tracked here, 24 are descriptive and cannot be ranked on numbers alone. Spec sheets also cannot measure subjective factors like build quality, real-world performance, or comfort.