42-inch OLED TVs – Test Rankings

Last updated:
08/19/2026
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Review LG OLED C6 (WOLED) Main photo

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

Technology: WRGB OLED

Brand: LG

Verdict:

The LG C6 is a very successful evolution of one of the most popular OLEDs on the market. The TV itself hasn't changed dramatically compared with last year's C5; the look is very similar, webOS offers comparable features, and gamers again get pretty much everything you'd expect from a modern TV. It's hard to fault that, since the C5 was already a very complete device in that regard. The most import...

Rating

8.3/10

Movies and series in UHD quality

8.4

Classic TV, YouTube

8.8

Sports broadcasts (TV and apps)

8.6

Gaming on console

9.4

TV as a computer monitor

8.6

Watching in bright light

6.6

Utility functions

8.4

Apps

9.1

Sound quality

7.0

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Review Samsung S90H (WOLED) Main photo

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

Technology: WRGB OLED

Brand: SAMSUNG

Verdict:

Samsung S90H is a TV that simply makes a spectacular impression. The combination of OLED's absolute blacks, high brightness, and excellent motion sharpness delivers a picture that's hard to look away from. And that's exactly what we expect from a good OLED TV. The matte anti-reflective coating also works very well. Reflections on a sunny day stop being a major problem, and thanks to the presence o...

Rating

8.4/10

Movies and series in UHD quality

8.6

Classic TV, YouTube

8.8

Sports broadcasts (TV and apps)

8.5

Gaming on console

9.7

TV as a computer monitor

8.6

Watching in bright light

6.5

Utility functions

7.3

Apps

9.3

Sound quality

8.4

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Review Philips OLED820 Main photo

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

Technology: WRGB OLED

Brand: PHILIPS

Verdict:

The Philips OLED820 is a very successful and significant step forward compared to last year's model, the OLED 819. For many people, the main reason for purchasing it will, of course, be Ambilight: the multi-colored lighting system that sets Philips TVs apart from the competition. It’s no surprise, as it made a huge impression on us as well. It's not just an impressive gadget, but a real addition t...

Rating

8.0/10

Movies and series in UHD quality

8.3

Classic TV, YouTube

8.6

Sports broadcasts (TV and apps)

8.4

Gaming on console

9.4

TV as a computer monitor

6.5

Watching in bright light

5.7

Utility functions

6.8

Apps

9.6

Sound quality

7.7

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Review SAMSUNG OLED S90F (WOLED) Main photo

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

Technology: WRGB OLED

Brand: SAMSUNG

Verdict:

The Samsung S90F is an excellent representative of the premium mid-range in the world of OLED televisions. Here we have an organic matrix that guarantees perfect contrast – and no matter how hard LCD manufacturers try with local dimming in Mini LEDs, this black simply cannot be replicated. The S90F displays its class here without any compromises. Compared to last year's model, we get a slightly br...

Rating

8.2/10

Movies and series in UHD quality

8.3

Classic TV, YouTube

8.7

Sports broadcasts (TV and apps)

8.5

Gaming on console

9.6

TV as a computer monitor

8.6

Watching in bright light

6.1

Utility functions

7.7

Apps

8.7

Sound quality

7.4

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Review LG OLED C5 Main photo

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

Technology: WRGB OLED

Brand: LG

Verdict:

LG C5 is a very successful continuation, and in several aspects, even a step forward compared to last year's model C4. The biggest change is the noticeably higher brightness – for the first time in the history of the C series, the barrier of 1000 nits has been surpassed, which significantly improves the quality of the HDR effect. Both movies and shows look more dynamic because of this, and bright ...

Rating

8.2/10

Movies and series in UHD quality

8.5

Classic TV, YouTube

8.9

Sports broadcasts (TV and apps)

8.6

Gaming on console

9.4

TV as a computer monitor

8.6

Watching in bright light

6.2

Utility functions

7.9

Apps

9.1

Sound quality

7.2

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Review LG OLED C4 Main photo

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

Technology: WRGB OLED

Brand: LG

Verdict:

The LG C4 stands out in its price range, likely offering little competition for many users. With its versatile features, it is perfect for movie and series enthusiasts, as well as gamers. The advanced WebOS system, paired with a remote that functions like a mouse, ensures an excellent user experience, making it a compelling choice for long-term brand loyalty. The OLED panel, built on over a decade...

Rating

8.2/10

Movies and series in UHD quality

8.2

Classic TV, YouTube

8.8

Sports broadcasts (TV and apps)

8.6

Gaming on console

9.3

TV as a computer monitor

8.6

Watching in bright light

5.7

Utility functions

8.9

Apps

9.1

Sound quality

7.5

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