Panasonic Z95B vs LG OLED B6

Direct comparison

B65 / B6E / B6G

Available screen sizes: 55”65”77”

Available screen sizes: 48”55”65”77”83”

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

7.8

  • Movies and series in UHD quality

    9.0

    8.0

  • Classic TV, YouTube

    8.8

    8.8

  • Sports broadcasts (TV and apps)

    8.5

    8.6

  • Gaming on console

    9.6

    9.2

  • TV as a computer monitor

    8.6

    7.6

  • Watching in bright light

    7.4

    4.8

  • Utility functions

    6.8

    8.0

  • Apps

    7.2

    9.1

  • Sound quality

    8.9

    6.7

Advantages

  • Amazing black

  • Incredible brightness - over 2000 nits in HDR

  • Factory colours almost reference-level

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

  • Phenomenal motion smoothness - OLED panel, 144Hz

  • Great 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 levels and contrast, OLED panel

  • Very good HDR performance with Dolby Vision

  • Natural and accurate colours after calibration

  • Excellent motion clarity with no smearing (120 Hz)

  • 4 HDMI 2.1 ports with full 48 Gb/s bandwidth

  • Very low input lag

  • VRR, G-Sync, FreeSync and proper HGiG support, offering a rich feature set for gamers

  • Feature-rich webOS with the Magic Remote

  • Wide viewing angles

Disadvantages

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

  • No support for DTS:X

  • No option to enable external subtitles from USB memory

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

  • Price clearly higher than the competition, which often lacks such system issues

  • Inferior reflection suppression compared with its predecessor, a characteristic of the OLED SE panel

  • Average brightness, best suited to a room with controlled lighting

  • No DTS:X support, primarily a drawback for Blu-ray disc owners

  • The webOS system isn't the fastest here

Our verdict

The Panasonic Z95B is a piece of equipment that makes it hard not to raise your eyebrows in delight. From the very first moments, it's clear that we are dealing with an absolutely exceptional screen, capable of bringing out everything that’s best in films and games. The black levels are perfect, brightness in HDR is stunning, and the colours – whether in film mode or games – show that Panasonic's factory calibration has reached a level that other manufacturers can only aspire to. Adding to this are the fantastic sound from the built-in soundbar and excellent viewing angles, giving us a television picture that, in terms of image quality and audio-visual immersion, seems to be complete. However, the longer we used it, the more it seemed we were dealing with a split device. On one hand, it acts like a reference monitor, ideal for evaluating video materials and indulging in the pure pleasure of films or series, even gaming; on the other hand, it is a television that can disappoint in its everyday functionality. FireTV in its current version can be frustrating, there are significantly fewer applications than the competition, some simply do not install at all, and the system can stutter quite a bit. Additionally, there are strange system issues, such as the lack of support for basic subtitles in films from USB – these may seem like trifles, but they contribute to the picture of a device that, in daily use, is far from perfect. And here lies the greatest paradox of the Z95B. It is a television that probably offers one of the best images currently available in showrooms, and at the same time, one that is difficult to recommend as a typical "television" without reservations. The competition, although often visually slightly weaker, is simply more user-friendly and costs significantly less. Therefore, the Z95B is a proposition for image purists, for those seeking a reference screen and who are willing to accept all the compromises associated with the other non-functioning features. For them, it will be a dream device. For the rest – a demonstration of Panasonic's power and rather a form of curiosity.

The LG OLED B6 is a very successful continuation of the B series and a TV that makes a lot of sense as a first step into OLED. It doesn't try to compete with the most expensive models in every respect, but in the most important areas it still manages to deliver exactly what many people choose this technology for: perfect blacks, very high contrast and a picture that can simply look spectacular in films. Much of this is thanks to the new budget WOLED panel, the OLED SE. Thanks to it, LG's cheapest OLED is now noticeably brighter than a few years ago, and around 800 nits in HDR is a figure you can genuinely notice when watching. Highlights have more punch, the picture copes better with more demanding scenes, and combined with OLED blacks the whole thing can look really impressive. Films and series from streaming platforms look particularly good, especially those available in Dolby Vision. That's when the B6 makes the most of its capabilities and can deliver an image that will be a big step up for someone switching from a typical LCD TV.

However, this is not a model without compromises. Our biggest reservation concerns how the screen handles reflections. The lack of a classic polariser means the TV fares much worse when placed opposite a large window or a strong light source. Reflections are more noticeable than on other WOLED panels, and the blacks themselves lose some of their character in a bright room. In controlled conditions this won't be a problem, but for a very bright living room it's worth approaching this purchase a little more cautiously. The operation of webOS also leaves something to be desired. The system itself is still very good, with a rich app library, the convenient Magic Remote and essentially everything you would expect from a modern Smart TV. The problem is that on the B6 it does not always run as smoothly as it should. At times you can feel the new version of the system is more demanding and somewhat 'heavier' than before.

Despite these remarks the LG B6 still performs very well. It's a TV that delivers all the key advantages of OLED while not costing as much as the higher-end models. It makes the most sense when it's on a good deal, because then it can be one of the most interesting choices for people who want to enter the world of OLEDs without overpaying.

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
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
Premium
Stand type
Central
Legs
Bezel color
Graphite
Graphite
Stand
Swivel
Fixed
Flat design
Yes
No
Accessories
Stand
Stand

Contrast and black detail

10/10

10/10

Contrast:

Review Panasonic Z95B Contrast and black detail

Result

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Review Panasonic Z95B Contrast and black detail

Result

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Review Panasonic Z95B Contrast and black detail

Result

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Review Panasonic Z95B Contrast and black detail

Result

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Review Panasonic Z95B Contrast and black detail

Result

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Review LG OLED B6 Contrast and black detail

Result

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Review LG OLED B6 Contrast and black detail

Result

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Review LG OLED B6 Contrast and black detail

Result

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Review LG OLED B6 Contrast and black detail

Result

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Review LG OLED B6 Contrast and black detail

Result

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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 levels and contrast of the Panasonic Z95B can be summed up in one word – perfection. As is the case with any OLED television, the panel's ability to control individual pixels allows for complete dimming of sections of the image, resulting in absolute black. This enables the Z95B to offer ideal separation between bright and dark elements in a scene, with no visible blooming, lightening, or halo effects on the screen. Even in the most demanding sequences, where other LCD televisions reveal their limitations, the image here remains clear and readable. In practice, it is hard to imagine that OLEDs in this category could improve further, as the technology of self-dimming pixels simply has no weaknesses regarding contrast. The Panasonic Z95B does not deviate from this pattern and demonstrates that there is no room for significant improvements in terms of black levels – it sets a reference standard that is difficult to surpass.

The blacks on the LG OLED B6 are perfect. That's no surprise, since we're dealing with an OLED (WOLED), but this is precisely where you can see why this technology still has so many fans. Each pixel can switch off individually, so in dark scenes there is no grey halo or blooming around bright elements. As a result, the image has excellent depth and can genuinely look three-dimensional. Shadow detail also performs well. Nothing melts into one dark blotch, and small elements remain visible even in more challenging scenes. In that respect the B6 simply demonstrates everything we love about OLED TVs.

HDR effect quality

8.7/10

6.2/10

Supported formats
HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, Dolby Vision IQ, HLG
HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG
Color gamut coverage
DCI P3: 99.8%, Bt.2020: 81.3%
DCI P3: 97.0%, Bt.2020: 72.0%

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 B6 Brightness measurement

Result

734 nit

Review LG OLED B6 Brightness measurement

Result

734 nit

Review LG OLED B6 Brightness measurement

Result

804 nit

Review LG OLED B6 Brightness measurement

Result

757 nit

Review LG OLED B6 Brightness measurement

Result

355 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 B6

Panasonic Z95B

Luminance of RGB colors

Luminance of RGB colors

The quality of HDR on the Panasonic Z95B is among the absolute best. Thanks to the latest generation panel, referred to by the manufacturer as Primary RGB Tandem OLED, the television can achieve over 2000 nits of brightness in cinematic scenes. The effect is impressive and can amaze with the intensity of the light, providing a sense of connection with the screen that goes beyond previous experiences. Similar feelings accompanied us only 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 concerns full-screen bright sequences, such as the closing credits in the film The Meg. Even then, the Z95B maintains a level of around 1500 nits, which is still an incredibly impressive result. One can thus say that HDR in this model has reached masterful form. A significant step forward is also evident in colour reproduction. The new tandem OLED panel does not yet match the best QD-OLED screens in terms of full gamut coverage, but the gap between these solutions has significantly decreased. When watching films, the differences are subtle enough that under normal conditions they are hard to notice, and the colours remain vivid and saturated.

The LG B6 is a moderately bright OLED. After calibration it reaches around 800 nits, roughly 200 nits more than last year’s B5. That’s down to the new, budget OLED SE panel from LG Display. In practice it simply gives a bit more headroom and makes HDR look fuller in many scenes than on last year’s lower‑end OLEDs. That does not mean the B6 has no limitations. In very bright shots, when a large part of the screen is strongly lit, brightness can fall below 400 nits. This behaviour is typical for OLED TVs, especially in this segment, and that’s where you see the biggest difference compared with more expensive models. Even so, we judge the B6’s results as genuinely solid. It’s still not a TV for breaking brightness records, but the HDR effect is strong enough that films truly feel like a step up from ordinary SDR. Colour gamut Using the OLED SE panel has had a slight impact on wide colour gamut coverage. Compared with last year’s model the results have fallen by a few percentage points. It covers roughly 96% of DCI‑P3 and about 71% of BT.2020. That doesn’t mean the colours on the LG B6 are weak. In most films and series they look lively, well saturated and simply pleasing to the eye. You only notice the difference in very bright, highly colourful scenes. Then colours lose some intensity compared with QD‑OLED panels. This stems from the WOLED panel structure. Besides red, green and blue subpixels it also uses a white subpixel, which helps to boost brightness. However, this comes at a price. At very high luminance some colour is effectively 'diluted' by the white light, so the saturation of certain colours can be slightly lower. In everyday use this isn’t a major issue, but in the most demanding scenes you can notice it.

Factory color reproduction

9.5/10

7.2/10

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Factory Mode

After calibration

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Factory Mode

After calibration

The factory colour reproduction of the Filmmaker mode, my dear friends, is truly remarkable in the case of the Panasonic Z95B. I'm referring to our test sample, but the result was so good that it’s hard to believe. The only detail one might nitpick about is a slight lack of blue in the white balance, but apart from that, the television straight out of the box presented an image unlike anything we have ever seen in factory mode. Tests of the colour palette, Color Checker – everything indicated values below Delta 2. That’s a much lower result than the threshold of human eye perception, which means, quite simply, that the viewer has no chance of noticing any serious deviations. It looks as though Panasonic has actually calibrated this model at the factory stage. Of course, we cannot rule out the possibility that we received an exceptionally well-set sample, but the result is still impressive. We are very strict when it comes to evaluating factory calibration, and here our jaws simply dropped.

We tested the LG B6 in Filmmaker Mode, the best picture setting available straight out of the box. ISF modes produce very similar results, but in our tests we always stick to Filmmaker Mode for better comparison with other TVs. Each of them is, in any case, a much better starting point than Vivid or Eco mode, where the picture is heavily boosted and noticeably less natural. On SDR material the factory settings perform really well. Colour errors are small, the gamma response is correct, and the picture during normal viewing looks natural and does not feel overly "pumped up". It's a bit worse with HDR. When such content is played you quickly see that the white balance hasn't been set perfectly. Too much blue and red gives the image a slightly pink tint. This is also confirmed by colour gamut measurements and the ColorChecker, where samples clearly shift in that direction. It's not a flaw that completely spoils the picture, but it is noticeable with HDR films. Therefore anyone who wants the most faithful image should consider calibration, which we cover further on in the review.

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 representation after calibration in the Z95B is a topic that is difficult to elaborate on, as there was simply not much to be done here. A slight adjustment of the white balance was sufficient to eliminate the lack of blue, and at this point, the picture reached an almost reference level. It must be admitted that we haven't had such a small range of work in a while. If any of you are particularly observant, you may notice minimal deviations in the EOTF curve, but this is rather related to the operation of the dynamic tone mapping function we mentioned earlier. In fact, it is not a flaw, but a characteristic of this solution, which deliberately alters the brightness characteristics depending on the scene. In summary, we are extremely impressed. The Panasonic Z95B is a television that looks great straight out of the box, and after calibration, it reaches a level where it is truly difficult for us to find anything to improve.

During calibration, we concentrated mainly on HDR content, because that's where the factory settings needed the most correction. We did not, however, neglect SDR mode, which after adjustment was brought almost to perfection. Colours are very accurate, and brightness is controlled as it should be. The biggest improvement in HDR came from fixing the white balance. Removing the excess red and blue eliminated the pinkish tint, and the image became much more natural. Skin tones, whites and all colours that had previously shifted towards pink improved. After calibration most errors fell below a Delta E of 2–3, the threshold at which the average viewer stops noticing differences with the naked eye. So the LG B6 can deliver a very accurate picture, particularly for the manufacturer's entry-level OLED model.

Smoothness of tonal transitions

7.8/10

7.3/10

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

Tonal transitions on the LG B6 are quite good, although some limitations typical of WOLED panels are still evident. In most scenes colours move between shades smoothly, without noticeable banding or unwanted digital artefacts. However, it is not always perfect. Most issues appear in the dark parts of the image, where WOLED panels have struggled for years. This is partly due to the greater difficulty of controlling the panel at very low brightness and the specific design that uses a white subpixel. Compared with last year’s model there is a slight improvement, but it still does not match the level of the best QD-OLED TVs or more advanced LCD models.

Image scaling and smoothness of tonal transitions

6/10

8/10

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 on the Z95B is at a very high level – the picture in lower resolutions is clear and sharp, and the only minor drawbacks are subtle aliasing in certain areas of the image. It’s also important that the television does not crop the material in any way and maintains its proportions, which is not always an obvious fact even in 2025.

The situation with digital processing is less impressive. Features such as “gradation smoothing” or “block noise reduction” practically do not work – the material tested looked identical regardless of the settings. We might as well state that this feature simply does not exist. This is somewhat disappointing, especially since Panasonic heavily promotes its HCX Pro AI II processor, boasting the presence of artificial intelligence to enhance picture quality. Meanwhile, in such a basic area, the television does not provide a real effect and it appears weaker than one might expect from high-end equipment.

The LG B6 handles lower-quality material very well. This is largely thanks to effective digital image processing, which can mask some of the source’s imperfections without overly smoothing the whole scene. The "Smooth Gradation" function proves particularly useful. It noticeably reduces posterisation, especially in dark parts of the image. The safest choice remains the Low or Medium setting. The function still effectively smooths out unsightly tonal banding, but does not yet interfere too much with fine details. Purists can of course leave it switched off. Upscaling to 4K also performs very well. Full HD and 720p material retain a good amount of detail, and the image is neither overly sharpened nor heavily blurred. Some limitations only become apparent with very poor sources below 720p, where the smallest text and fine elements are not always perfectly sharp, but this applies to almost every other TV on the market.

Blur and motion smoothness

8.5/10

8.5/10

Maximum refresh rate of the panel
144Hz
120Hz
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
Yes, 120Hz
Brightness drop with BFI
37%
50%

Blur (native resolution, maximum refresh rate):

Blur (BFI function enabled):

Image flickers in this mode

Blur (4K@144Hz):

Blur ():

The OLED matrix with a very high refresh rate already provides an extremely sharp image even in dynamic sports scenes, such as football or basketball matches, and the Z95B is no exception. It is also very important that the television is equipped with an proprietary motion smoothing system called “Intelligent Frame Creation”. Among the available sliders, the most important one is the one named “film smoothness”, as it allows you to adjust motion to your own preferences when watching 24-frame materials, i.e. films – from a more “frame-like” appearance to a smooth, almost theatrical effect. It is somewhat disappointing that Panasonic did not choose to overclock the latest OLED matrix 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, this is mainly an advantage for PC gamers, so in everyday viewing, it is not a significant drawback since we are limited to 120Hz.

One of the biggest advantages of OLED panels is the very fast pixel response time. This keeps the picture sharp and free of the visible smearing often seen on LCD TVs. However, there is a downside. During slow camera pans motion can look choppier than on LCD screens, where some of that effect is naturally masked by the slower panel. Fortunately, on the LG B6 this can be easily mitigated using the TruMotion system. With the motion smoothing set correctly you can achieve smoother motion without giving the picture an exaggerated soap opera effect.

Console compatibility and gaming features

10/10

10/10

  • ALLM
    Yes
    Yes
  • VRR
    Yes
    Yes
  • VRR range
    40 - 144Hz
    40 - 120Hz
  • 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 full bandwidth of 48 Gb/s guarantee support for everything you would expect from a modern screen. There is VRR frame synchronization, an automatic ALLM game mode, and full compatibility with HDR formats used in games. The television supports both Dolby Vision for Xbox and the popular HGiG, which has been implemented correctly in this case, so it actually works as it should.

Although the brand is mainly associated with home cinema and equipment for filmmakers, there is also room here for features for gamers. On board, there is a Game Bar (or rather Game Circles) – visually, it looks a bit unusual, but it serves its purpose and allows you to quickly check the most important picture parameters. The only thing that is actually missing for complete happiness is having four HDMI 2.1 ports instead of two. It's a minor detail, but in a television of this class, one could expect a full set.

LG OLED B6 has plenty to offer gamers; it’s simply a complete base for PS5, Xbox Series X/S or a capable PC. It has four full-size HDMI 2.1 ports with 48 Gbps bandwidth, so you can avoid irritating cable swapping when connecting several newer devices at once. It offers a full suite of synchronization technologies, from standard VRR to G-Sync and FreeSync. The screen synchronises the refresh rate seamlessly with the frame output from the console or graphics card. Of course it includes ALLM: the B6 automatically recognises when a game is running and immediately reduces latency to a minimum. HDR support is also excellent. The TV supports Dolby Vision, and a correctly implemented HGiG standard means that, after initial calibration in the console settings, the image won’t suffer from blown-out highlights or lost detail in bright areas. The cherry on the cake is the Game Bar. Instead of digging through the full menu during gameplay, a single click is enough to adjust shadow visibility, tweak selected parameters or simply check the current display mode. All of this makes the LG B6 an excellent choice for gamers.

Input lag

10/10

9.8/10

SDR

1080p60
13 ms
15 ms
1080p120
5 ms
5 ms
2160p60
13 ms
14 ms
2160p120
5 ms
5 ms

HDR

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

Dolby Vision

2160p60 DV
13 ms
25 ms
2160p120 DV
5 ms
13 ms

Regardless of the content being watched, the input lag on the Z95B is extraordinarily low – even in Dolby Vision, the television operates at 120 Hz with a delay of less than 5 ms. This is a result that places it among the very best screens for gaming. If we could, we would easily give it a rating of 11/10. 😉

Input lag in the LG B6 is very low. At 120 Hz it is about 5 ms, and at 60 Hz it rises to roughly 15 ms. Both results are good enough that most gamers won't notice any delay between their inputs and what happens on screen. Dolby Vision performs slightly worse, with input lag rising to around 25 ms. That's still not a bad result, but the most demanding Xbox gamers may already notice a difference compared with standard HDR.

Compatibility with PC

8.6/10

7.6/10

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
120Hz
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 be easily connected to a computer and used as a large monitor. Indeed, the WOLED pixel arrangement means that text does not look as perfectly sharp as on typical monitors, such as those with IPS panels, and this can be noticeable during office work, but it's hard to consider it a serious issue. After all, not many people buy such a television for Excel. 😉 As for gaming on PC, there is nothing to complain about here. The 144 Hz mode works perfectly, and we also have full support for G-Sync and AMD FreeSync, so frame synchronization works flawlessly with any graphics card. Despite some minor issues with text display, it's hard to say that the Z95B can't handle this role – as a gaming screen, it performs simply phenomenally.

The LG B6 also works very well as a computer monitor. Low input lag, support for VRR, G-Sync and FreeSync, and a high refresh rate mean there's little to criticise about it for gaming. Compared with more expensive models it only lacks additional modes with even higher refresh rates. In the best OLEDs and some LCD TVs you can now find even 240 or 330 Hz at lower resolutions. The B6 doesn't have that, but for most people it won't be a big loss.

The subpixel structure of the WOLED panel may be more significant. Because it uses four subpixels, small fonts in Windows are not perfectly sharp and you can sometimes see subtle coloured fringes around them. For occasional web browsing or general computer work this is unlikely to be a problem. However, anyone planning to buy a smaller variant, for example a 48-inch model, and use it as their primary monitor at their desk should bear that in mind.

Viewing angles

8/10

7.5/10

Brightness drop at an angle of 45 degrees
11%
29%

In this respect, the Z95B performs really well. The drop in brightness at an angle is only 11 percent, which is exactly the same as the best QD-OLED panels and the previous generation of MLA from LG Display. This means that even when watching the television from the side, there is no impression that the image becomes faded or difficult to read.

Colours do indeed slightly fade at extreme angles and are not as stable as in QD-OLEDs, but it's hard to consider this a serious issue. The image still looks great, and you can be confident that when watching the Z95B at a large angle, everything will remain clear. It's also worth mentioning the swivel base in terms of viewing angles, as it is a practical solution that allows you to easily position the screen so that everyone in the room has the best possible view.

Viewing angles on the LG B6 are very good, which is typical for almost all OLED TVs. Even when viewed from a wide angle the image retains high colour saturation and does not noticeably lose brightness. In this respect, only models with QD-OLED panels really perform better. However, there is one thing worth mentioning. Some WOLED panels may show a slight greenish tint at very wide angles. This is not a rule. Some units exhibit this effect more, others hardly at all. It depends on the individual unit.

Daytime performance

7.4/10

4.8/10

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

Panel brightness

LG OLED B6: 313 cd/m2

Panasonic Z95B: 623 cd/m2

The year 2025 is the moment when it can confidently be said that OLEDs are suitable for viewing even in heavily sunlit 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 living rooms, and the matrix itself, glossy with a slight filter, struggles somewhat with suppressing reflections. Nevertheless, it is hard to have major objections. The Z95B can easily handle most daytime conditions, and you can comfortably watch television or films even when a lot of light is coming into the room.

In the case of the LG B6, one of the biggest changes comes from the new OLED SE panel. The TV is slightly brighter than its predecessor, but at the same time it is worse at dealing with direct reflections. The reason is a less effective polariser, so reflections from windows or lamps are less well suppressed and blacks in a bright room can look slightly lifted. LG tried to partially mask this effect with a satin screen coating. It does help to gently diffuse reflections, but it does not eliminate them as effectively as the solutions used previously. And in this respect the B series falls furthest behind the previous generation. By day the screen no longer looks as clean, and strong light sources can be clearly reflected on the panel. That does not, of course, mean the B6 is unsuitable for a bright living room. The higher screen brightness helps to cut through ambient light and during normal viewing the picture remains readable. The problem starts when there is a large window or a bright lamp opposite the TV. In those conditions the B6 does not perform at its best. It is therefore best suited to a room where you can at least partially control the light falling directly on the screen.

Panel details

Backlight Type
WRGB OLED
Software version during testing
Fire OS 8.1.4.1 (RS8141/3009)
43.11.79
Image processor

Subpixel Structure:

Panel uniformity and thermal imaging:

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Panasonic Z95B

LG OLED B6

TV features

6.8/10

8/10

  • System
    Amazon FireTV
    WebOS
  • System performance
    Average
    Decent
  • HDMI inputs
    2 x HDMI 2.0, 2 x HDMI 2.1 48Gbps
    0 x HDMI 2.0, 4 x HDMI 2.1 48Gbps
  • 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
    No
  • 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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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 in the Z95B uses the Fire TV system, which is a platform created by Amazon. This is quite a change, as just two years ago the company was relying on its own system based on Linux. 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 an iPhone, as well as screen mirroring from both Windows and Android phones. The television also works with the Amazon Alexa voice assistant, but here a significant 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 it is unclear when it will be.

Classic Features

Here the situation becomes at least odd. During testing in the editorial office, the television would not search for any channels – neither satellite nor terrestrial. As a result, we could not check the operation of the PiP function or the tuner itself. The only certain thing is the recording to USB, as the television immediately asked if we wanted to format it for that purpose upon connecting the pendrive. The remote control looks fairly classic – it is large, with a full numeric keypad, and the advantage is that you do not have to aim at the screen, as it works on RF technology.

Problems in Daily Use

The biggest disappointment, however, arises with the apps and system stability. Some apps are not available at all in Poland, others can be found but cannot be downloaded as they are tied to a specific market. Additionally, there are odd bugs, untranslated menu elements, and occasional "hangs" that can effectively detract from the enjoyment of using such a good screen as the Z95B. One could say that while the Z95B impresses with image quality as a "monitor", as a smart television it can be simply frustrating and falls short in many aspects.

Smart TV: webOS

LG B6 uses webOS, LG’s proprietary platform. Its biggest advantage remains the way you control it. The supplied Magic Remote works much like a mouse; simply move your wrist to shift the cursor across the screen and point at the items you want. At first it may feel unusual, but it quickly proves very convenient, especially when typing text, selecting apps or navigating a complex menu. The remote itself is fairly minimalist and does not offer many traditional buttons, but cursor control largely makes up for that. On the other hand, if you do not want to wave your hand to enter letters, you can always speak the desired phrase into the remote and the AI voice assistant will suggest appropriate recommendations.

In terms of available apps it is hard to fault webOS. You will find virtually all the major streaming services here, as well as additional features such as AirPlay, screen mirroring and Chromecast. The TV therefore works well with both iPhones and Android devices. It is a shame, however, that the system does not run on the B6 as smoothly as on higher-end models. At times it can respond with a slight delay, and the home screen is heavily cluttered with recommendations, tiles and ads. That does not make webOS unusable, but it could certainly be more organised.

Classic features

By contrast, the traditional TV features perform very well, features many manufacturers seem to be gradually forgetting. The LG B6 allows, among other things, recording programmes to a connected drive or USB storage. The PVR function also works with a scheduler, so a recording can be planned in advance from the TV guide. This comes in handy when you want to save an episode, a match or another event broadcast during your absence. There is also a clear channel guide and efficient handling of terrestrial, cable and satellite TV. For people who still regularly use traditional television, the B6 is therefore a relatively complete device, provided the lack of teletext does not bother you.

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

9.1/10

Supported photo formats:

JPEG
Yes
Yes
HEIC
No
No
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 limitation of 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 arises when we want to enable subtitles in films. We were unable to activate 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 were permanently embedded in the picture. For a television of this class, it is quite a disappointment and further evidence that Fire TV still has a lot of shortcomings that can spoil the joy of use.

The LG B6's built-in player handles most common video files played from USB without much trouble. The TV also correctly supports subtitles and the most common audio formats, although it lacks DTS support. The situation is slightly worse for photos. The list of supported formats is rather limited and does not include, among others, HEIC, the format in which photos taken with an iPhone are saved by default. Such files therefore need to be converted to JPG beforehand, or you can simply use the AirPlay function.

Sound

8.9/10

6.7/10

  • Maximum volume
    91dB
    87dB
  • 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 really makes an impression. The manufacturer has added an additional soundbar here, which completely changes the sound experience of the television – this time it can confidently be said that there is no need for any external equipment to enjoy full and dynamic sound. The bass is clear and surprisingly powerful, dialogues remain intelligible even during louder action scenes, and the television itself can play quite loudly, reaching levels of up to 91 decibels. It should also be noted that it fully supports Dolby Atmos, so if you use films or streaming services that support this format, you can count on spacious and impressive sound. A certain limitation is the lack of support for DTS:X – if someone plans to connect a home cinema or Blu-ray player with this standard, they must take into account that the television will not play it, but this shouldn't be a major drawback considering how all manufacturers approach this standard. I suppose we have to come to terms with this.

In terms of sound, the LG B6 performs very similarly to last year's model. It still uses a 2.0 speaker setup delivering 20 W, which is perfectly adequate for everyday viewing. Dialogue is clear and the sound isn't bad, but there is no soundstage, dynamics or bass you'd expect from higher-end models. The TV supports the Dolby Atmos spatial audio format, but lacks DTS:X. The main problem, however, isn't the speakers themselves but the settings. Compared with its predecessor, many of the options for tailoring the sound to your own preferences have disappeared. A few presets remain, including AI and Standard, but the ability to fine-tune the sound is much reduced compared with a year ago.

Sound Quality Test

No sound test video

Acoustic Measurements

91dBC (Max)

75dBC

87dBC (Max)

75dBC

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