LG C1 55 inch 4K Smart OLED TV,2019

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The processor recognises voices, sounds, and frequencies by learning from more than 17 million audio data points, allowing it to adjust sound by genre for a more immersive experience. Moving to the calibrated Rec.709 colour gamut results, we can also see superb accuracy here with no major errors at all. Once again, LG has made it very easy to dial in reference levels of accuracy to the industry standards. HDR Results The LG C1 boasts a surprisingly effective sound system considering its slimline chassis. Hidden inside is a 2.2-channel sound system with 40W of power, and thanks to the sloped stand the audio from the downward-firing speakers is redirected towards the listener, creating a decent front soundstage that has width and a degree of stereo separation.

The C1 supports most of the HDR formats including HDR10, HLG (Hybrid Log-Gamma), Dolby Vision and Dolby Vision IQ and the excellent Filmmaker Mode that matches industry standards for content mastering. There is no HDR10+ support, but we don’t see an issue with that, given the small amount of content that uses the format. It's never been easier to stream. LG's webOS smart platform has all of your favourite apps, including Freeview Play, NOW TV, Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, and more.The deep-learning algorithm analyses content, reduces noise, and optimises picture quality using a massive library of over one million visual data points. Moving to the Rec.709 colour gamut results and we can see that they are also very good out of the box in FMM. There are a few errors here, with red oversaturated slightly and magenta has a hue error towards red. Other points are there or thereabouts and, for an out of the box preset, the results are very good. With every TV out of the box there will be some slight differences due to panel and component variance but FMM has proven to be the most accurate and consistent preset we have seen in TVs to date. Calibrated The LG C1 is the sweet spot in the 2021 OLED TV line-up and offers all the features you could possibly need, mixed with excellent image quality and the most up to date gaming features. I have already reviewed the 65-inch version of the C1where I discussed in-depth details on performance which also apply to the 55-inch we are reviewing here. Q4. If the panel and processor are the same what are the actual differences that make the G1 an EVO?

The C1 is a direct replacement for the outgoing CX model sharing the same design and stand. In terms of features, both models have the same major features of HDR10, HLG and Dolby Vision with IQ present and correct, but the remote control and WebOS smart TV system have been updated on the C1 along with the full line-up for Freeview Play. This year the G and C series models from LG are different in terms of picture quality, where in previous years it has just been cosmetic differences that has separated the series line-up. This year the G series has the OLED Evo panel and electronics which boasts higher peak brightness as well as a more relaxed ABL circuit. The C1 is not equipped with the same picture brightness, although some will share the Evo panel as the G1, they are not set up to take advantage of them. The full explanation is in the 65-inch C1 review if you are interested in finding out more.If you’re mad about movies, you’ll love Filmmaker Mode. Designed in collaboration with filmmakers and Hollywood studios, Filmmaker Mode lets you experience the cinematic vision, exactly as the director intended. Overriding the TV’s own motion and picture processing, Filmmaker Mode presents the correct aspect ratio, colour and frame rate – just as the filmmakers intended. The excellent dynamic tone mapping ensures the original creative intent is retained while getting the most out of the OLED panel. The dark streets of Blade Runner 2049 are rendered with exacting detail in the shadows, while the glowing neon and deliberately stylised colours are rendered with skill, ensuring the deliberately stylised images are reproduced faithfully. LG OLED displays have been certified as having 100 percent colour fidelity by renowned global testing organisation Intertek. This means that the colours you see on the screen are very near to the original image's hues. As a result, everything you see appears to be exactly as the designer intended. Whether you’re a box-set binger or a live sport lover, smart televisions put your favourite content in the palm of your hands. Key benefits of LG Smart TVs… The design of the C1 hasn’t changed much at all from previous generations and has the same stand designs and chassis layout, but this year there are slight colour changes. The stand on our review model was a silver finish with a white rear to the panel that LG calls Vanilla. If you want a dark coloured rear then it is called Meteor Titan. A new remote control was also introduced this year along with new menu designs and a new look WebOS 6.0 smart system which you will either love or hate, more on that later.