LG OLED65B5PUA vs Sony XR55A80L
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Choosing between the LG OLED65B5PUA and Sony XR55A80L? Both compete in the TV segment. Here’s how they compare across the specs that matter most for your home theater.
Looking at overall performance dimensions: The LG OLED65B5PUA scores higher in video quality, future-proofing. The Sony XR55A80L leads in value, form factor, room fit. They score similarly in gaming performance, ease of use.
On the display side, screen sizes differ at 65" vs 55". OLED panels produce perfect blacks by turning pixels off entirely. QD-OLED adds a quantum dot layer for wider color. VA panels offer better contrast than IPS but narrower viewing angles. Mini-LED is a backlight technology applied to LCD panels, offering thousands of dimming zones for improved contrast. Bigger isn't always better — it depends on viewing distance. THX recommends a 36-degree viewing angle; SMPTE suggests 30 degrees minimum. Our viewing distance calculator helps find the sweet spot.
These two TV options trade wins across different dimensions. The right choice depends on which specs matter most for your room and listening preferences — review the detailed table below to decide.
For most home theaters, the Sony XR55A80L is the stronger choice — it leads in 3 of 7 scored dimensions. The LG OLED65B5PUA makes more sense if you prioritize the 2 dimensions where it leads.
Performance Overview
Scores based on specs and category benchmarks (0–100 scale)
LG 65" Class OLED AI B5 4K Smart TV 2025
Sony BRAVIA XR 55” Class A80L OLED 4K HDR Google TV (2023) XR-55A80L
Detailed Specifications
| Specification | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,999.99 | N/A |
| Screen Size | 65" | 55" |
| Resolution | 4K | 4K |
| Panel Type | WOLED | WOLED |
| Backlight Type | none | none |
| Native Contrast Ratio | Infinite | — |
| HDR Formats | HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG | |
| Refresh Rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| VRR | Yes | Yes |
| VRR Type | FreeSync+G-Sync | VRR |
| ALLM | Yes | Yes |
| Smart OS | webOS | Google TV |
| Speaker Config | 2.0 | 3.2 |
| Dolby Atmos (Speakers) | Yes | No |
| HDMI Total Ports | 4 | 5 |
| HDMI 2.1 Ports | 4 | 0 |
| eARC Port | Yes | Yes |
| VESA Pattern | 300x200 | 300x300 |
| Processor | α8 AI Processor 4K Gen2 | Cognitive Processor XR |
| Model Year | — | — |
Key Differences
- Series Name: LG OLED65B5PUA at B5 vs Sony XR55A80L at A80L
- HDR Formats: LG OLED65B5PUA at HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG vs Sony XR55A80L at . Dolby Vision adds dynamic metadata that adjusts brightness scene-by-scene. HDR10 is the baseline. HDR10+ is Samsung's alternative to Dolby Vision.
- Smart OS: LG OLED65B5PUA at webOS vs Sony XR55A80L at Google TV
- Power (Typical): LG OLED65B5PUA at 138.3W vs Sony XR55A80L at 340W
- Speaker Config: LG OLED65B5PUA at 2.0 vs Sony XR55A80L at 3.2
Which Should You Choose?
Choose LG OLED65B5PUA if you want:
- + larger 65" screen for more immersive viewing
- + better hdmi 2.1 ports — hDMI 2
- + better depth (w/ stand)
- + lighter weight for easier placement
Choose Sony XR55A80L if you want:
- + better hdmi total ports
See Where These Rank
Check our editorial rankings to see how LG OLED65B5PUA and Sony XR55A80L compare to the rest of the field.
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