The G5 makes most sense when you're designing the wall and the television together. LG supplies a wall mount with its US WUA models, and most sizes use a brighter-generation OLED panel. The unusual 97-inch version needs its own decision.
In depth
LG OLED G5 review
Published
Best forSomeone building a wall-mounted OLED movie and gaming setup.
At a glance
- Display technology
- OLED
- Available sizes
- 55 inches65 inches77 inches83 inches97 inches
- Native resolution
- 3840 × 2160
- Native refresh rate
- 120 Hz
- HDR formats
- Dolby VisionHDR10HLG
Pros
- A supplied mount supports the intended close-to-wall installation.
- The 55- through 83-inch models combine a tandem panel with a high-refresh PC input.
Cons
- The 97-inch has different display hardware and a lower refresh limit.
- Tabletop placement calls for a separate compatible stand on the WUA models.
Display
- 4K OLED
- Dolby Vision / HDR10 / HLG
The 55-, 65-, 77- and 83-inch G5s use LG's primary RGB tandem design. RTINGS found its 77-inch sample combined bright daylight viewing with vivid highlights against black at night. The 97-inch lacks that panel and its brightness benefits. An increase in area and an increase in HDR impact are separate buying decisions. 1
Gaming
- Four HDMI inputs
- VRR
- Up to 165 Hz on select sizes
A high-end PC can take advantage of a 165 Hz mode on the 55- to 83-inch sets. The 97-inch tops out at 120 Hz. That's ample for a modern console, but it changes the premise if you chose the G5 specifically for a high-frame-rate PC simulator.
Size and Installation
- 55 / 65 / 77 / 83 / 97 inches
- Wall mount included
The wall mount included with the US WUA configuration is a reason to buy it, provided the outlet and cable path suit a close fit. A recessed connection or careful cable routing can matter more here than it would behind a deep cabinet. A buyer planning to set it on furniture should price a compatible stand too.
Alternatives
If you already have a G4, compare the new panel in your chosen size under lighting typical of your room. The 97-inch G5 misses the development that makes the smaller G5s interesting. A C5 is also worth considering if you're using a stand and mainly watching after dark.
Verdict
For a wall installation, the 55- to 83-inch G5 has a coherent case from its panel to its mount. Buy the 97-inch for its size and assess its own hardware separately.
About this review
This is a research-based review. The Fasit has not physically tested this product.
Sources & Research
1 reference
Independent sources cited in this article.
- RTINGSLG OLED G5 review (opens in a new tab)https://www.rtings.com/tv/reviews/lg/g5-oled
77-inch tandem panel, daytime brightness, US 97-inch distinction.