Panasonic Z95B vs LG OLED G6 (G64LW, G66LS)

Direct comparison

G64LW / G66LS

Info

Available screen sizes: 55”65”77”

Available screen sizes: 55”65”77”83”97”

Panel type: WRGB OLED

Resolution: 3840x2160

System: Amazon FireTV

Model year: 2025

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Panel type: WRGB OLED

Resolution: 3840x2160

System: WebOS

Model year: 2026

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Overall rating

8.5

8.7

  • Movies and series in UHD quality

    9.0

    8.6

  • Classic TV, YouTube

    8.8

    8.7

  • Sports broadcasts (TV and apps)

    8.5

    8.6

  • Gaming on console

    9.6

    9.5

  • TV as a computer monitor

    8.6

    8.7

  • Watching in bright light

    7.4

    8.2

  • Utility functions

    6.8

    8.5

  • Apps

    7.2

    9.1

  • Sound quality

    8.9

    8.4

Advantages

  • Stunning black

  • Amazing brightness - over 2000 nits in HDR

  • Almost reference factory colours

  • Support for multiple HDR formats including Dolby Vision and HDR10+

  • Phenomenal motion smoothness - OLED panel, 144Hz

  • A brilliant choice for gamers, HDMI 2.1, VRR, ALLM, Dolby Vision Gaming and HGiG

  • Good compatibility with PC – 144 Hz, G-Sync and FreeSync

  • Very good sound from the built-in soundbar

  • Decent viewing angles

  • Perfect black OLED

  • High brightness HDR and SDR

  • Great anti-reflective coating

  • Reference colours (after calibration can be displayed just like on director's equipment)

  • Full support for gamers (HDMI 2.1, 165 Hz, VRR, ALLM)

  • Low Input Lag (below 5ms)

  • Smoothness and sharpness in motion

  • Outstanding upscaling and image processing

  • Full support for Dolby Vision

  • Functional webOS system with Magic remote control support

  • 5-year warranty on the panel included

Disadvantages

No like
  • Fire TV – no app, strange errors, untranslated menu

  • No support for DTS:X

  • No ability to enable external subtitles from USB memory

  • Only two HDMI 2.1 ports, which is definitely too few for this class

  • Price clearly higher than competitors, which often lack such system issues

  • Very annoying dithering – graininess and flickering of the image close to black

  • Worse (though still good) viewing angles than its predecessor

  • Lack of support for DTS:X audio codec (useful for Blu-ray owners)

Our verdict

Panasonic Z95B is equipment that makes it hard not to raise your eyebrows in delight. From the very first moments, it's clear that we're dealing with an absolutely exceptional screen, capable of bringing out the best in films and games. The black levels are perfect, brightness in HDR is stunning, and the colours – whether in movie mode or gaming – show that the factory calibration at Panasonic has reached a level that other manufacturers can only aspire to. Add to this the fantastic sound from the built-in soundbar and excellent viewing angles, and you have a television picture that, in terms of image quality and overall audiovisual immersion, seems to be complete. But the longer we used it, the more the impression grew that we were encountering a device that was somewhat split. On one hand, it acts like a reference monitor, perfect for assessing video material and enjoying films or series, and even for gaming; on the other hand, it's a television that can disappoint in its everyday functionality. FireTV in its current version can be frustrating, there are far fewer apps than competitors, some won't install at all, and the system can easily stumble. There are also strange system problems like the lack of support for basic subtitles in films from USB – these may seem like minor details, but they contribute to the overall impression of a device that is far from ideal in daily use. And this is where the biggest paradox of the Z95B appears. It's a television that probably offers one of the best images currently available in showrooms, while also being one that is hard to recommend as a typical "television" without reservations. The competition, although often visually slightly weaker, tends to be simply more user-friendly and costs significantly less. Therefore, the Z95B is a proposition for image purists, for those who seek a reference screen and are willing to accept all the compromises related to the non-functioning features. For them, it will be a dream device. For others – a demonstration of Panasonic's strength and more of a curiosity.

Without a doubt, the LG G6 is an outstanding television in many aspects. Thanks to the new generation 2 Tandem OLED panel, it does something that no other glossy screen on the market has managed so far – it superbly suppresses light reflections while maintaining perfect, unblemished image quality. When we add record brightness and the unique properties of the panel itself, the G6 can produce images that can literally knock you off your feet at times. The excellent webOS system and features for gamers further reinforce the belief that it is a worthy successor to the G5 model. However, this is only one side of the coin... because in a device of this class, the expectations are the highest they can be. During detailed testing, we encountered issues with digital image processing in scenes close to black. We're talking about overly aggressive dithering and slight flickering of details in dark sequences. Although during normal viewing from the couch this flaw does not stand out drastically and does not negate the overall admiration for the contrast, a trained eye will easily notice that LG's engineers stumbled at the last hurdle during the panel tuning. When buying a pretty expensive flagship product right here and now, perfection is simply expected from the first turn on.

Despite this obvious blunder, the LG G6 is still absolutely at the forefront of the market and one of the most interesting televisions of this year. It has a solid foundation to become the ultimate screen. We firmly believe that the manufacturer will quickly diagnose the problem and release an appropriate software update – if that happens, the competition will again have nothing to look for. We promise to keep monitoring the situation continuously, and as soon as a patch appears, we will definitely verify its effectiveness.

TV appearance

HDMI inputs
2 x HDMI 2.0, 2 x HDMI 2.1 (48Gbps)
0 x HDMI 2.0, 4 x HDMI 2.1 (48Gbps)
Other inputs
IR (remote)
Outputs
Toslink (Optical audio), eARC (HDMI), ARC (HDMI), Mini-Jack (Headphones)
Toslink (Optical audio), eARC (HDMI), ARC (HDMI)
Network Interfaces
Wi-Fi 2.4GHz, Wi-Fi 5GHz, Ethernet (LAN) 100Mbps
Wi-Fi 2.4GHz, Wi-Fi 5GHz, Ethernet (LAN) 100Mbps
Build quality
Super Premium
Super Premium
Stand type
Central
Central
Bezel color
Graphite
Silver
Stand
Swivel
Fixed
Flat design
Yes
Yes
Accessories
Stand
Wall bracket

Contrast and black detail

10/10

10/10

Contrast:

Review Panasonic Z95B Contrast and black detail

Result

:1

Review Panasonic Z95B Contrast and black detail

Result

:1

Review Panasonic Z95B Contrast and black detail

Result

:1

Review Panasonic Z95B Contrast and black detail

Result

:1

Review Panasonic Z95B Contrast and black detail

Result

:1

Review LG OLED G6 (G64LW, G66LS) Contrast and black detail

Result

:1

Review LG OLED G6 (G64LW, G66LS) Contrast and black detail

Result

:1

Review LG OLED G6 (G64LW, G66LS) Contrast and black detail

Result

:1

Review LG OLED G6 (G64LW, G66LS) Contrast and black detail

Result

:1

Review LG OLED G6 (G64LW, G66LS) Contrast and black detail

Result

:1

Halo effect and black detail visibility:

Check the visibility of bright lights on a dark background. Mini-LEDs often struggle with this. The photo does not compare black levels – that’s what the video below is for.

The black level and contrast in the Panasonic Z95B can be summed up in one word – perfection. As with every OLED TV, the panel controlling individual pixels allows for complete dimming of parts of the image, resulting in absolute black. This means the Z95B offers perfect separation between bright and dark elements of the scene, with no visible halos, brightenings or halo effects on the screen. Even in the most demanding sequences, where other LCD TVs reveal their limitations, the picture here remains clear and readable. In practice, it’s hard to imagine that in this category OLEDs could improve any further, as the technology of self-dimming pixels simply has no weak points when it comes to contrast. The Panasonic Z95B follows this trend and demonstrates that when it comes to black levels, there is no room for significant improvements – it sets a reference level that is hard to surpass.

As the LG G6 is based on OLED technology, specifically the WOLED TANDEM 2nd gen matrix, when it comes to black levels and contrast, we’re talking about perfection, which is confirmed by our lab measurements – in every test scenario, the TV achieved an absolute infinity mark. The ability to independently control each pixel gives it a significant advantage over any LCD panel on the market. This translates to a brilliant, plastic depth of image that immediately pulls you into any possible viewing experience. This is clearly visible in the example of a dark, challenging scene with a helicopter from the film Sicario 2. While traditional screens with local dimming (including Mini-LEDs) can generate an annoying “halo” effect in such moments, lighten black bars in films, or lose details in the shadows, the LG G6 handles it flawlessly. Black, where it needs to be black, remains pitch-black and perfectly separated from bright points.

*A small note: during this test, a quite strong grain and flickering of the image are noticeable. However, we do not take this into account when assessing the contrast itself and this part of the review – we will describe this specific issue in the further section. Paragraph: "Smoothness of tonal transitions".

HDR effect quality

8.7/10

9.1/10

Supported formats
HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, Dolby Vision IQ, HLG
HDR10, Dolby Vision, Dolby Vision IQ, HLG
Color gamut coverage
DCI P3: 99.8%, Bt.2020: 81.3%
DCI P3: 99.5%, Bt.2020: 83.9%

Luminance measurements in HDR:

Review Panasonic Z95B Brightness measurement

Result

2069 nit

Review Panasonic Z95B Brightness measurement

Result

2118 nit

Review Panasonic Z95B Brightness measurement

Result

2131 nit

Review Panasonic Z95B Brightness measurement

Result

2114 nit

Review Panasonic Z95B Brightness measurement

Result

1442 nit

Review LG OLED G6 (G64LW, G66LS) Brightness measurement

Result

2387 nit

Review LG OLED G6 (G64LW, G66LS) Brightness measurement

Result

2345 nit

Review LG OLED G6 (G64LW, G66LS) Brightness measurement

Result

2418 nit

Review LG OLED G6 (G64LW, G66LS) Brightness measurement

Result

2439 nit

Review LG OLED G6 (G64LW, G66LS) Brightness measurement

Result

1844 nit

Scene from the movie “Pan” (about 2800 nits)

Scene from the movie “Billy Lynn” (about 1100 nits)

The photos show two HDR10 movies. 'Pan' is one of the brightest productions ever made, while 'Billy Lynn' (soldier) has brightness typical of streaming (Netflix, Prime, HBO MAX). Notice the intensity of effects and detail in whites.

Static HDR10

The photos present the visibility of white details in various HDR formats. They do not show brightness differences between TVs (these can be compared in the previous gallery).

Dynamic: Dolby Vision

Dynamic: Dolby Vision

The photos present the visibility of white details in various HDR formats. They do not show brightness differences between TVs (these can be compared in the previous gallery).

HDR luminance chart:

LG OLED G6 (G64LW, G66LS)

Panasonic Z95B

Luminance of RGB colors

Luminance of RGB colors

The HDR effect quality in the Panasonic Z95B is among the absolute best. Thanks to the latest generation panel, named Primary RGB Tandem OLED by the manufacturer, the television can achieve over 2000 nits of brightness in movie scenes. The effect is impressive and can amaze with its intensity of light, giving a sense of contact with the screen that goes beyond previous experiences. Similar feelings were only experienced during tests of the LG G5, Samsung S95F, or Philips OLED910. Of course, there are moments when the device's algorithms decide to limit luminance – this especially applies to full-screen bright sequences, such as the ending credits in the movie The Meg. Even then, the Z95B maintains a level of around 1500 nits, which is still an extremely impressive result. Thus, it can be said that HDR in this model has been brought to a masterful form. A significant step forward is also visible in the reproduction of the colour palette. The new tandem OLED panel does not yet match the best QD-OLED screens in terms of gamut coverage, but the gap between these solutions has significantly decreased. When watching films, the differences are subtle enough that under normal conditions it's hard to notice them, and the colours remain vibrant and saturated.

The LG G6 is currently one of the brightest OLEDs on the market. Its peak brightness reaches nearly 2500 nits and, best of all, this translates directly to real movie scenes. The TV flawlessly extracts details in the bright areas of the image. And this is regardless of whether we are talking about very small points in the form of stars in the sky or slightly larger elements on the screen. Naturally, with full-screen, uniformly white scenes, the brightness of the G6 drops due to the panel protection system (ABL). However, in real, varied movie shots, this value still hovers around an impressive 2000 nits, which can be considered a remarkable result. The coverage of the color palette also deserves praise. The new 2nd generation Tandem OLED panel has brought about only a cosmetic change, but still an improvement. The coverage of the DCI-P3 color space reaches nearly 99.5%, while the ultra-wide BT.2020 is around 84%. These are very good results, although it's important to remember one thing: at extremely high brightness levels, the volume of colors will be lower than in QD-OLED panels from Samsung Display due to the use of white sub-pixels (WOLED). However, in everyday content and most films, capturing this difference will be very difficult.

Factory color reproduction

9.5/10

7.4/10

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Factory Mode

After calibration

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Factory Mode

After calibration

The factory colour reproduction in Filmmaker mode, my dear friends, is a true phenomenon in the case of the Panasonic Z95B. I'm talking about our test sample, but the results were so good that it's hard to believe. The only detail that one could nitpick is a slight lack of blue in the white balance, but apart from that, the television straight out of the box presented an image like we have never seen in factory mode. Colour palette tests, Color Checker – everything indicated values below Delta 2. This is a much lower result than the threshold of human eye perception, which means, to put it simply, that the viewer has no chance of noticing serious deviations. It looks as if Panasonic actually calibrated this model at the factory stage. Of course, we cannot exclude the possibility that we got an exceptionally well-set specimen, but the result still makes a stunning impression. We are very strict when it comes to assessing factory calibration, and here our jaws simply dropped.

We tested the LG G6 in the best factory mode for colour fidelity, which is FILMMAKER MODE. In the case of our test unit, this mode was reasonably well tuned straight out of the box. In SDR content, the only issue we noticed was the white balance, which leaned towards warmer tones. This made the image occasionally appear slightly yellowish, but overall, it wasn't a significant problem. The G6 performed a bit worse in HDR content. There, the white balance showed too much blue component. This caused the image to veer towards cooler shades, resulting in quite noticeable errors. As can be seen on our ColorChecker chart, the colours shifted towards these cooler registers. Nevertheless, considering the factory settings, the television presented a perfectly decent level. However, we know that OLED screens – particularly those from LG – respond exceptionally well to professional calibration, so we immediately proceeded to do just that.

Color reproduction after calibration

9.8/10

9.2/10

The photos show how movies look on the TV. Pay attention to black detail visibility, colors, and shadow tint.

The photos show how movies look on the TV. Pay attention to black detail visibility, colors, and shadow tint.

The colour reproduction after calibration on the Z95B is a topic that’s hard to elaborate on, as there wasn’t much to do here. A slight adjustment of the white balance was enough to eliminate the lack of blue, and at that moment, the picture jumped to an almost reference level. It must be said that we haven’t had such a small range of adjustments in a long time. If any of you are particularly perceptive, you might notice minimal deviations in the EOTF curve, but this is more related to the functioning of the dynamic tone mapping feature we mentioned earlier. In reality, this isn’t a flaw, but a characteristic of this solution, which intentionally alters the brightness profile depending on the scene. In summary, we are extremely impressed. The Panasonic Z95B is a television that looks great right out of the box, and after calibration, it reaches a level where we really struggle to find anything to improve.

After completing a professional calibration, we gained complete control over the panel, and we managed to align all parameters to nearly zero. We were able to tune the white balance perfectly, which removed the factory's cool and warm tints from the screen. The effects are visibly clear in the ColorChecker test – the average colour reproduction errors dropped below the critical value of 1-2. And what does this mean? PERFECT colours, without any distortion! However, as a reviewer’s duty, we must point out how the LG G6 arbitrarily manipulates brightness, which is due to the EOTF curve's behavior. When we look at the standard synthetic graph, it might seem that the line is quite straight. However, the situation changes when we turn on the measurement filter, which shows how the television interprets brightness in actual, moving film scenes (EOTF in MOVIES). Then, it is clear as day that some of the smallest fragments on the screen are slightly overly brightened by the algorithm. Of course, for the average viewer, such a deviation will practically go unnoticed, but in the test of such an expensive screen, it’s worth noting – especially since we are talking about a model that has huge aspirations for the title of the best television of the year.

Smoothness of tonal transitions

7.8/10

5.5/10

These are selected scenes that show smooth tonal transitions from one color to another. If you see distinct banding, it’s the TV panel’s fault.

These are selected scenes that show smooth tonal transitions from one color to another. If you see distinct banding, it’s the TV panel’s fault.

These are selected scenes that show smooth tonal transitions from one color to another. If you see distinct banding, it’s the TV panel’s fault.

These are selected scenes that show smooth tonal transitions from one color to another. If you see distinct banding, it’s the TV panel’s fault.

Posterisation, or colour banding, was the Achilles' heel of Panasonic's flagship last year, the Z95A. In the new Z95B, it's clear that the manufacturer has made an effort to improve this issue related to gradation, and the problem has largely been corrected. In most scenes, colour banding is no longer visible, and tonal transitions are smooth and look natural. However, this doesn't mean that the problem has completely disappeared. In extremely challenging sections, especially in very dark scenes like those from the film Green Knight, some imperfections can still be detected. Nevertheless, it's gratifying that Panasonic approached the issue seriously and made a significant step forward, as the difference compared to the previous model is truly noticeable.

Unfortunately, we arrive at the least cheerful part of this review. If we were to evaluate solely the fluidity of tonal transitions, the G6 would score high marks. The blending of colours is at a very good level, and at times it resembles what we've seen from Samsung's QD-OLED panels. This is great news because until now, unsightly, layered bands in dark shades have been the bane of WOLED panels. In this category, we would easily give a strong 8.5 out of 10.

Note: Unfortunately, the final score in this section drops significantly, and the culprit is very aggressive dithering. In dark scenes, the image literally "shakes," and in areas close to black/dark grey, the television can flicker annoyingly. We don’t know exactly what this is due to, but looking at the tests from other reviewers around the world – everyone has encountered exactly the same problem. We hope that LG will fix this as soon as possible with some sort of update. We know that LG is capable of responding quickly to negative user feedback, which can already be read online. We will keep an eye on this and will inform you in case of any improvements.

Image scaling and smoothness of tonal transitions

6/10

8.7/10

Image without overscan on the SD signal
OK
OK
Smooth transition function
OK
OK

Smooth transition function

The match photo shows how the TV smooths weak tonal transitions in low-quality video.

Image scaling SD (576i)

The model photo shows how it handles upscaling of SD material.

Let's start with what works well. The upscaling in the Z95B is at a very high level – the image in lower resolutions is clear and sharp, and the only minor shortcomings are slight banding in some areas of the picture. It's also important that the television doesn't crop the material in any way and maintains its proportions, which is not always an obvious fact even in 2025.

The situation looks worse when it comes to digital processing. Features like "gradation smoothing" or "block noise reduction" essentially do not work – the tested material looked identical regardless of the settings. We might as well say that this feature simply doesn't exist. It's a bit disappointing, especially since Panasonic heavily promotes its HCX Pro AI II processor, boasting the presence of artificial intelligence improving image quality. Meanwhile, in such a basic matter, the television does not deliver a real effect and it looks weaker than one would expect from top-tier equipment.

No matter what one might say about the G6's issues with near-black signal, it must be fairly acknowledged that it handles heavily compressed material and lower resolution content extremely well. All unwanted, ugly tonal transitions are effectively reduced here by the "Smooth Gradation" feature. At the "Low" setting, the algorithm works flawlessly – effectively masking the artifacts resulting from strong compression without destroying the sharpness and details in the frame. Higher levels of this feature do further smooth the image, but they start to blur the real texture elements of the objects, so we recommend keeping this slider at a low level. As for the actual upscaling to 4K, the processor does an excellent job – edge sharpness and detail reconstruction are at the highest level, and in this respect, the G6 is on par with the global leaders.

Blur and motion smoothness

8.5/10

8.5/10

Maximum refresh rate of the panel
144Hz
165Hz
Film motion smoothing option
OK
OK
Blur reduction option
OK
OK
BFI function 60Hz
Yes, 60Hz (image flickers)
Yes, 60Hz (image flickers)
BFI function 120Hz
No
No
Brightness drop with BFI
37%
49%

Blur (native resolution, maximum refresh rate):

Blur (BFI function enabled):

Image flickers in this mode

Image flickers in this mode

Blur (4K@144Hz):

Blur (4K@165Hz):

The OLED panel with very high refresh rates already provides an incredibly sharp image even in dynamic sports scenes, such as football or basketball matches, and the Z95B is no exception. It's also very important that the television is equipped with the proprietary motion smoothing system 'Intelligent Frame Creation'. Among the available sliders, the most crucial one turns out to be the one called 'film smoothness', as it allows for adjusting the motion to personal preferences with 24-frame content, meaning films – from a more 'choppy' appearance to a smooth, almost theatrical effect. It's a bit disappointing that Panasonic didn't opt to push the latest OLED panel to 165 Hz, as Samsung did with the S95F or LG with the G5, because we know that the panel is technically capable of it. On the other hand, it mainly benefits PC gamers, so in everyday viewing, it's not a significant drawback as we are limited to 120Hz.

The LG G6 is an OLED television, so in the category of motion fluidity, it traditionally deserves the highest marks. The TV supports very high refresh rates of up to 165 Hz in 4K resolution, but most importantly – there are absolutely no signs of blurring on the screen. The response time of the matrix is virtually instant, ensuring that dynamic images remain perfectly sharp.

Console compatibility and gaming features

10/10

10/10

  • ALLM
    Yes
    Yes
  • VRR
    Yes
    Yes
  • VRR range
    40 - 144Hz
    40 - 165Hz
  • Dolby Vision Game Mode
    Yes
    Yes
  • Correct implementation of HGIG
    Yes
    Yes
  • 1080p@120Hz
    Yes
    Yes
  • 1440p@120Hz
    Yes
    Yes
  • 4K@120Hz
    Yes
    Yes
  • Game bar
    Yes
    Yes

The Panasonic Z95B is fully equipped for gaming. Two HDMI 2.1 ports with a full bandwidth of 48 Gb/s guarantee support for everything you can expect from a modern screen. It features VRR frame syncing, an automatic game mode (ALLM), and full compatibility with HDR formats used in gaming. The TV supports both Dolby Vision for Xbox and the popular HGiG, which in this case has been implemented correctly, so it actually works as it should.

Although the brand is mainly associated with home cinema and equipment for filmmakers, there’s also space for gamer conveniences here. Onboard is the Game Bar (or rather Game Circles) – it looks a bit unusual visually, but it does its job and allows you to quickly check the most important image parameters. The only thing missing for complete satisfaction is actually having four HDMI 2.1 ports instead of two. It’s a minor detail, but with a TV of this class, one could expect a full set.

The LG G6 is a true beast for gamers and one of the best-equipped TVs on the market in this regard. The manufacturer didn't compromise and equipped this model with four full HDMI 2.1 ports with a maximum bandwidth of 48 Gbps. This means that no matter which port you plug in your PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, or powerful PC, you'll get the absolute maximum performance out of them.

The TV supports a full suite of gaming technologies: from VRR (Variable Refresh Rate), to AMD FreeSync Premium Pro, and Nvidia G-Sync Compatible. Let's add to that a remarkably low, almost imperceptible input lag and an excellently functioning game panel (Game Optimizer), which allows you to constantly monitor signal parameters. Gaming on this screen, with the perfect black of OLED and powerful refresh rates, is pure pleasure.

Input lag

10/10

9.9/10

SDR

1080p60
13 ms
13 ms
1080p120
5 ms
5 ms
2160p60
13 ms
13 ms
2160p120
5 ms
5 ms

HDR

2160p60
13 ms
13 ms
2160p120
5 ms
5 ms
4320p60

Dolby Vision

2160p60 DV
13 ms
22 ms
2160p120 DV
5 ms
13 ms

Regardless of the content being watched, the input lag on the Z95B is exceptionally low – even in Dolby Vision the TV operates at 120 Hz with a delay of less than 5 ms. This result places it at the very top of the screens for gaming. If we could, we would comfortably give it a score of 11/10. 😉

When it comes to signal delay, the results are remarkably low. With a standard 120 Hz signal, the Input Lag is just 5 ms. At 60 Hz, this value increases to 13 ms, which is still excellent and completely imperceptible latency. The only thing we need to criticise is the TV’s behaviour when providing the Dolby Vision Gaming signal. In this format, the Input Lag nearly doubles, reaching 13 ms for 120 Hz and 22 ms for 60 Hz. Despite this jump, we believe these values in gaming are so low that absolutely no one will feel any discomfort during gameplay.

Compatibility with PC

8.6/10

8.7/10

Chroma 444 (max. resolution and refresh rate)
Yes
Yes
Font clarity
Good
Good
Readability of dark text and shapes
Very Good
Very Good
Input lag in PC mode (4K, max. refresh rate)
5ms
5ms
Matrix subpixel arrangement
BWRG
RGWB
Max refresh rate
144Hz
165Hz
G-Sync
Yes
Yes

The photo shows the legibility of small fonts. Ideally, lines should be the same thickness on both light and dark text, with minimal pixel gaps.

The Z95B can easily be connected to a computer and used as a large monitor. Sure, with the WOLED pixel arrangement, the fonts don't look as perfectly sharp as on typical monitors with IPS panels, and this can be noticed during office work, but it's hard to consider it a serious problem. Not many people buy such a TV for Excel. 😉 When it comes to gaming on PC, there’s nothing to complain about. The 144 Hz mode works brilliantly, and we have full support for G-Sync and AMD FreeSync, so frame synchronization works flawlessly with any graphics card. Despite minor issues with font display, it's hard for the Z95B to struggle in this role – it performs simply phenomenally as a gaming screen.

As we mentioned earlier, the LG G6 offers an outstanding display for gamers as well as for casual computer users. With full support for Nvidia G-Sync and AMD FreeSync technology, as well as a high refresh rate of up to 165 Hz, this television performs brilliantly as a massive gaming monitor. However, daily office work with text looks a bit worse (though in our opinion still very good), which is a typical characteristic of every WOLED-type screen. Due to the specific arrangement of four subpixels (with an additional white subpixel), rather than three like in classic computer monitors, system fonts can have an additional, in this case red glow around black or white letters. This is directly due to the new structure of the second-generation Tandem OLED matrix, which now operates in an RGWB arrangement (last year's first generation Tandem OLED used a BWRG arrangement). In our opinion, the sharpness of font edges has slightly worsened because of this, but it is definitely not something that will immediately catch your eye during occasional document work or web browsing.

Viewing angles

8/10

7.2/10

Brightness drop at an angle of 45 degrees
11%
28%

In this respect, the Z95B performs really well. The drop in brightness at an angle is just 11 percent, which is exactly what the best QD-OLED panels and the previous generation MLA from LG Display are recording. This means that even when watching the TV from the side, there’s no impression that the image becomes washed out or difficult to read.

Colors do fade slightly at extreme angles and aren’t as stable as in QD-OLEDs, but it’s hard to consider that a serious issue. The picture still looks great, and you can be confident that when watching the Z95B from a large angle, everything remains clear. It's also worth noting the swivel stand in terms of viewing angles, as this practical solution allows you to easily adjust the screen so that everyone in the room has the best possible view.

As befits an OLED panel, the viewing angles on the LG G6 are really good. A TV viewed from the side does not lose drastically in brightness or colour saturation. In this regard, the image quality is miles better than any LCD TV – and this applies to both IPS panels and especially to VA panels that lack special wide-angle coatings. In this area, the only better screens on the market remain QD-OLED panels from Samsung Display, where the angles are simply perfect, as well as older WOLED panels with MLA (microlens) technology, which LG abandoned in this series two years ago. Unfortunately, we assess the viewing angles in this year's model to be slightly worse than last year. We noticed that the 2nd generation Tandem OLED panel tends to take on a greener hue at a steep angle, while last year's model maintained greater neutrality in this regard.

Daytime performance

7.4/10

8.2/10

Panel finish
Glare
Glare
Reflection suppression
Decent
Good
Black levels during daytime
Very Good
Very Good

Panel brightness

LG OLED G6 (G64LW, G66LS): 857 cd/m2

Panasonic Z95B: 623 cd/m2

The year 2025 is the time when it can be confidently said that OLEDs are suitable for viewing even in brightly lit rooms. The new generation of WOLED panels, used in the Z95B, can achieve truly high brightness – the average value for the Z95B in SDR mode is as much as 623 nits. This is a result that just a few years ago was beyond the reach of this technology. Of course, it is not at the level of the best LCD televisions designed for bright lounges, and the panel itself, glossy with a gentle filter, handles glare suppression moderately well. Nevertheless, it’s hard to have major objections. The Z95B easily copes in most daylight conditions, and you can comfortably watch TV or movies even when a lot of light is coming into the room.

LG G6 will perform wonderfully as a television in a well-lit room. Thanks to its impressive peak brightness, the TV can easily cut through most external light sources. Best of all, the new generation of Tandem OLED panel has brought significant improvements in reducing reflections. Although the screen coating is still glossy (which helps maintain well-saturated colours even in challenging conditions), it effectively dampens glare. It does this far better than traditional OLED screens with a standard glossy coating. We could confidently compare this level to glossy QD-OLED panels, but with one key advantage for LG. Unlike the competition's technology, in this model, deep black in a bright lounge remains intact. There’s no grey or purple tint from ambient light – the black in the G6 during the day is just as perfect as it is at night.

Panel details

Backlight Type
WRGB TANDEM OLED
Software version during testing
Fire OS 8.1.4.1 (RS8141/3009)
43.10.69
Image processor

Subpixel Structure:

Panel uniformity and thermal imaging:

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Panasonic Z95B

LG OLED G6 (G64LW, G66LS)

TV features

6.8/10

8.5/10

  • System
    Amazon FireTV
    WebOS
  • System performance
    Average
    Very good
  • HDMI inputs
    2 x HDMI 2.0, 2 x HDMI 2.1 48Gbps
    0 x HDMI 2.0, 4 x HDMI 2.1 48Gbps
  • Other inputs
    IR (remote)
  • Outputs
    Toslink (Optical audio), eARC (HDMI), ARC (HDMI), Mini-Jack (Headphones)
    Toslink (Optical audio), eARC (HDMI), ARC (HDMI)
  • Network Interfaces
    Wi-Fi 2.4GHz, Wi-Fi 5GHz, Ethernet (LAN) 100Mbps
    Wi-Fi 2.4GHz, Wi-Fi 5GHz, Ethernet (LAN) 100Mbps
  • TV reception
    DVB-T, DVB-T2, DVB-S, DVB-S2, DVB-C
    DVB-T, DVB-T2, DVB-S, DVB-S2, DVB-C

Classic features:

  • Recording to USB (terrestrial TV)
    Yes
    Yes
  • Recording programming
    No
    Yes
  • Picture in Picture (PiP)
    No
    No
  • RF remote control (no need to aim)
    Yes
    Yes
  • Backlit remote control
    No
    No
  • Teletext
    Yes
    Yes
  • Audio only mode
    Yes
    Yes
  • Bluetooth headphones support
    Yes
    Yes
  • Simultaneous Bluetooth headphones & TV audio
    Yes
    Yes

Smart features:

  • AirPlay
    Yes
    Yes
  • Screen mirroring (Windows Miracast)
    Yes
    Yes
  • Voice search
    Yes
    Yes
  • Voice search in native language
    No
    Yes
  • Ability to connect a keyboard and mouse
    Yes
    Yes
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Review LG OLED G6 (G64LW, G66LS) TV features
Review LG OLED G6 (G64LW, G66LS) TV features
Review LG OLED G6 (G64LW, G66LS) TV features

Sound connection options

  • HDMI audio
    eARC (HDMI), ARC (HDMI)
    eARC (HDMI), ARC (HDMI)
  • Other audio outputs
    Toslink (Optical audio), Mini-Jack (Headphones)
    Toslink (Optical audio)
  • Wireless audio
    Bluetooth
    Bluetooth

Supported audio formats (external HDMI eARC audio):

  • Dolby Digital Plus 7.1
    Yes
    Yes
  • Dolby True HD 7.1
    Yes
    Yes
  • Dolby Atmos in Dolby Digital Plus (JOC)
    Yes
    Yes
  • Dolby Atmos in Dolby True HD
    Yes
    Yes
  • DTS:X in DTS-HD MA
    No
    No
  • DTS-HD Master Audio
    No
    No

Senior accessibility

  • Numeric keyboard on TV
    Yes
    No
  • Font size adjustment
    No
    No
  • Audio description
    Yes
    Yes

Smart TV: Amazon FireTV

Panasonic's Z95B uses the Fire TV system, which is a platform created by Amazon. This is a significant change because just two years ago the company relied on its own Linux-based system. At first glance, everything looks good – the interface is clear, and the operation is quite simple. Additionally, we have AirPlay, which allows you to stream photos or videos from your iPhone, as well as screen mirroring from both Windows and Android phones. The TV also works with Amazon Alexa voice assistant, but here a rather strong limitation quickly arises. In practice, only a few of the most popular languages work well, such as English, while Polish is still not available, and there’s no indication of when it will be.

Classic Features

Here things become at least strange. During testing in the editorial office, the TV refused to find any channels – neither satellite nor terrestrial. As a result, we couldn’t check the functionality of PiP or the operation of the tuner itself. The only certain thing is USB recording, as right after connecting a USB drive, the TV immediately asked if we wanted to format it for this purpose. The remote looks quite classic – it’s large, with a full numeric keypad, and a plus is that you don’t have to aim at the screen since it operates with RF technology.

Everyday Usage Issues

The biggest disappointment, however, arises with the apps and system stability. Some apps are simply unavailable in Poland, others can be found but cannot be downloaded as they are tied to specific markets. On top of that, there are strange bugs, untranslated menu elements, and occasional "freezes," which can effectively diminish the enjoyment of using such a good screen as the Z95B. So, it can be said that while the Z95B impresses with its picture quality as a "monitor," as a smart TV it can be frustrating and disappointing across the board.

webOS System and Smart Features

The television runs on the latest version of the webOS system. Although it is a closed platform, it supports absolutely all the key streaming apps on the market. You can also easily access useful wireless connectivity features like built-in Chromecast, AirPlay, and classic screen mirroring. However, the biggest standout feature of the LG platform is the brilliant Magic remote. While it is quite compact and lacks a physical numeric keypad, it does something that competitors still can't replicate – it functions like a wireless mouse. It is equipped with a gyroscope, allowing you to move an intuitive cursor across the screen, which dramatically speeds up entering passwords or navigating menus. Additionally, LG has one of the best voice assistants for controlling the device, and this combination with the Magic remote provides excellent capabilities for navigating the system. The only thing that can be quite irritating here is the intrusive ads and sponsored tiles, as LG increasingly clutters the main screen of the system. Despite this, the lack of Google TV is not a detriment to the G6 – considering the smooth operation of webOS, one can confidently say it is even an advantage.

Features for Traditionalists

In terms of traditional television, the LG G6 also performs excellently and does not forget about traditional users. Despite the minimalist remote, it includes a plethora of useful features. The manufacturer did not skip on the PVR function, which allows recording programs from the built-in tuners directly to external USB storage or a hard drive. We also have a smoothly functioning TimeShift for pausing live TV and a recording scheduling option. These features can prove to be a great advantage during the upcoming FIFA World Cup, when matches will be played late in the evening and we may not be able to watch them live. Of course, standard features are also included, such as the ability to connect wireless headphones via Bluetooth.

Apps

7.2/10

9.1/10

OK
Disney_Plus
OK
Amazon_Prime_Video
No
Player_TVN
OK
Polsat_Box_Go
OK
Canal_Plus_Online
No
TVP_VOD
OK
Apple_TV_Plus
No
SkyShowtime
No
Rakuten
OK
CDA_Premium_Browser
OK
Spotify
No
Tidal
OK
Netflix
OK
YouTube
OK
HBO_MAX
No
Kodi
No
Apple_music
No
Eleven_sports
No
Xbox Game Pass
No
GeForce NOW
OK
Amazon Luna
No
Boosteroid
No
Steam Link
OK
Disney_Plus
OK
Amazon_Prime_Video
OK
Player_TVN
OK
Polsat_Box_Go
OK
Canal_Plus_Online
OK
TVP_VOD
OK
Apple_TV_Plus
OK
SkyShowtime
OK
Rakuten
OK
CDA_Premium_Browser
OK
Spotify
OK
Tidal
OK
Netflix
OK
YouTube
OK
HBO_MAX
No
Kodi
OK
Apple_music
No
Eleven_sports
OK
Xbox Game Pass
OK
GeForce NOW
OK
Amazon Luna
OK
Boosteroid
No
Steam Link

Playing files from USB

3.5/10

9.2/10

Supported photo formats:

JPEG
Yes
Yes
HEIC
No
Yes
PNG
Yes
Yes
GIF
Yes
No
WebP
No
No
TIFF
No
No
BMP
Yes
Yes
SVG
No
No

Maximum photo resolution:

4 Mpix
Yes
Yes
6 Mpix
Yes
Yes
8 Mpix
Yes
Yes
10 Mpix
Yes
Yes
12 Mpix
Yes
Yes
16 Mpix
Yes
Yes
20 Mpix
Yes
Yes
24 Mpix
Yes
Yes
28 Mpix
Yes
Yes
32 Mpix
Yes
Yes

Here we also encountered another issue with the Fire TV system. The built-in player handles popular audio and video files without any problems, so at first glance, everything seems fine. However, the problem starts when we want to enable subtitles in movies. We were unable to launch any format – neither .srt, nor .sub, nor .txt. Regardless of the settings, the subtitles simply did not appear. So if you have a film with a separate subtitle file, you are forced to watch it in the original language unless the subtitles have been permanently embedded in the image. Considering the quality of this television, it's quite a disappointment and further proof that Fire TV still has plenty of shortcomings that can ruin the joy of use.

The inability to install an external file player (as is the case with systems based on Android) is actually not a problem for the LG G6. The built-in factory player works great and seamlessly supports most audio, video, or photo formats that we provided from our USB drive. However, during testing, we encountered some shortcomings – namely, a rather strange lack of support for subtitles in the popular .txt format. We do believe that this option will soon be available on the G6 with the next software update.

Sound

8.9/10

8.4/10

  • Maximum volume
    91dB
    88dB
  • Dolby Digital Plus 7.1
    Yes
    Yes
  • Dolby True HD 7.1
    No
    No
  • Dolby Atmos in Dolby Digital Plus (JOC)
    Yes
    Yes
  • Dolby Atmos in Dolby True HD
    No
    No
  • DTS:X in DTS-HD MA
    No
    No
  • DTS-HD Master Audio
    No
    No

The built-in audio system in the Panasonic Z95B is truly impressive. The manufacturer has added an extra soundbar that completely changes the audio experience of the television – this time, it can confidently be said that no external equipment is needed to enjoy full and dynamic sound. The bass is clear and surprisingly strong, dialogues remain intelligible even during louder action scenes, and the television can play quite loudly, reaching levels of up to 91 decibels. Another positive is the full support for Dolby Atmos, so if you’re using films or streaming services that support this format, you can expect spatial and impressive sound. A certain limitation is the lack of support for DTS:X – if someone plans to connect a home theatre or Blu-ray player with this standard, they must consider that the television will not play it, but this shouldn't be a major concern looking at how all manufacturers approach this standard. I suppose we have to come to terms with that.

Despite its very flat body, the LG G6 sounds surprisingly good. The manufacturer has managed to pack quite decent speakers under the display that can produce a sound that is fairly “spatial” – if you can even call the limited physical capabilities of the TV that 😉. The sound is clear, has good dynamics, and is flawless for everyday viewing of news programmes or series. The TV also supports the very popular Dolby Atmos spatial audio codec without any issues.

Unfortunately, for the second year in a row, there is no support for the DTS:X format. Be that as it may, it has recently been quite unpopular in streaming services, but a premium TV in terms of price and quality, in our opinion, simply should not limit users regarding audio format support. Additionally, we have to criticise LG for somewhat downgrading the audio menu itself. We missed more advanced settings and predefined sound profiles, which were definitely more abundant in last year's model.

Sound Quality Test

No sound test video

Acoustic Measurements

91dBC (Max)

75dBC

88dBC (Max)

75dBC

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