55-inch OLED TVs – Test Rankings

Available screen sizes: 42”, 48”, 55”, 65”, 77”, 83”

Technology: WRGB OLED

Brand: LG

Verdict:

LG C5 is a very successful continuation and, in some aspects, even a step forward compared to last year's model C4. The biggest change is the significantly higher brightness – for the first time in the history of the C series, the barrier of 1000 nits has been exceeded, which greatly improves the quality of the HDR effect. Both films and series look more dynamic as a result, and bright scenes fina...

Rating

8.2/10

Available screen sizes: 55”, 65”, 77”

Technology: QD-OLED

Brand: SONY

Verdict:

The Sony A95L is a television that has left a huge impression on us. Although a year has passed since its release, it still deserves a place among the best models on the market. When it comes to picture quality, it is simply brilliant. Deep blacks, vibrant colours, and excellent brightness in HDR make everything look incredibly realistic. The QD-OLED panel does its job – movies and games look so g...

Available screen sizes: 55”, 65”, 77”

Technology: WRGB OLED

Brand: PHILIPS

Verdict:

The Philips OLED909 is certainly an engineering showcase from the Dutch manufacturer for 2024. When it comes to picture quality, the television delivers what one can expect from OLED technology – deep blacks and infinite contrast. Additionally, it is equipped with META technology (MLA micro-lenses), which significantly enhances its brightness and further improves the already excellent viewing angl...

Available screen sizes: 55”, 65”

Technology: WRGB OLED

Brand: PANASONIC

Verdict:

The Panasonic Z85A is the entry-level OLED model from the Japanese manufacturer, which fully utilises the potential of its panel. Thanks to OLED technology, we can expect phenomenal picture quality at the highest resolution – perfect blacks, excellent contrast, and superb HDR effects, especially after professional calibration. Additionally, it supports a full range of HDR formats, so we can easily...

Available screen sizes: 55”, 65”

Technology: WRGB OLED

Brand: PANASONIC

Verdict:

During the Panasonic Z95A tests, we felt as though we were holding a television that deserves to be called one of the best on the market. When it comes to picture quality, it is exceptional! The OLED with infinite contrast, perfect blacks, and incredible brightness makes watching films a pure pleasure. The micro lens array (MLA) truly made a difference. Thanks to it, the picture gained not only in...

Available screen sizes: 55”, 65”, 77”

Technology: WRGB OLED

Brand: SONY

Verdict:

Bravia 8 XR80 is the only Sony OLED model from the 2024 production that will certainly attract the attention of image quality enthusiasts. The television offers excellent picture quality with the characteristic deep blacks of OLED, vibrant colours, and infinite contrast. This makes every scene incredibly realistic. Thanks to OLED technology, dark scenes look perfect, and the reproduction of black ...

Available screen sizes: 55”, 77”, 83”

Technology: WRGB OLED

Brand: SAMSUNG

Verdict:

The SAMSUNG S90D, also known as the S94D, is a device that has repeatedly pleasantly surprised us during our tests. It is worth mentioning that depending on the chosen size, the differences may concern the OLED panel used. However, regardless of which variant we encounter, one can count on excellent black levels and HDR effects, which, thanks to high brightness, make a huge impression. This is one...

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

Technology: WRGB OLED

Brand: PHILIPS

Verdict:

Philips OLED 809 is a quite versatile television that appeals to a wide range of viewers. Its greatest distinguishing feature among all the television models on the market is the multicolour Ambilight backlighting. This often allows for an even greater immersion and engagement in the world of film. What is most important in televisions, namely contrast, black levels, and colour reproduction, is at...

Available screen sizes: 48”, 55”, 65”

Technology: WRGB OLED

Brand: PHILIPS

Verdict:

Philips OLED769 is the entry-level OLED model from the Dutch manufacturer for 2024, but don’t let that mislead you. OLED769 surprises with its image quality and several interesting features. Thanks to OLED technology, the colours are truly vivid, and the contrast is very good – deep blacks and bright highlights displayed on this screen make a difference, especially when watching evening series. Wh...

Available screen sizes: 42”, 48”, 55”, 65”, 77”, 83”

Technology: WRGB OLED

Brand: LG

Verdict:

LG C4 is a television that, in its price range, will likely have no competition for many users. Thanks to its extensive capabilities, it will appeal to those looking for a television not only for films and series but also for gaming. The advanced WebOS system and a remote control that functions like a mouse will certainly be a significant convenience in everyday use, making it likely that we will ...