TV models LG OLED CX, C9, C8 differences
LG continues to produce the C Series OLED TV line. Televisions are available in three 55, 65, 77 inch screen sizes. The technical parameters of the TVs are given below in table form and a description of the changes in 2020. By years of production, TV models are indicated by the following markings.
LGOLEDCX – 2020
LGOLEDC9 – 2019
LGOLEDC8 – 2018
In 2020, CX series televisions will have the following marking: OLED55CXPUA, OLED65CXPUA, OLED77CXPUA model numbers, these are model numbers for the USA, Canada, Mexico. In Europe, TVs will have model numbers OLED55CXPLA, OLED65CXPLA, OLED77CXPLA
Actual Price TV LG OLED CX, C9
Technical parameters of LG OLED TVs from the 2018-2020 series
Technical specifications OLEDCX vs OLEDC9 vs OLEDC8
| LG OLED CX (2020) | LG OLED C9 (2019) | LG OLED C8 (2018) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| screen | |||
| Screen Size inch | 55, 65, 77 | 55, 65, 77 | 55, 65, 77 |
| Style | Flat Panel | Flat Panel | Flat Panel |
| Resolution | 4K Ultra HD (3,840 x 2,160) | 4K Ultra HD (3,840 x 2,160) | 4K Ultra HD (3,840 x 2,160) |
| screen bit | 10bit | 10bit | 10bit |
| type screnn | WRGB | WRGB | WRGB |
| screen technology | OLED | OLED | OLED |
| Backlighting | No | No | No |
| Dimming Technology | Pixel Level Dimming | Pixel Level Dimming | Pixel Level Dimming |
| Video | |||
| refresh rate | 120 | 120 | 120 |
| Color | Intense Color, Billion Rich Colors, Advanced Color Enhancer, True Color Accuracy Pro | Intense Color, Billion Rich Colors, Advanced Color Enhancer, True Color Accuracy Pro | Intense Color, Billion Rich Colors, Advanced Color Enhancer, True Color Accuracy Pro |
| Contrast | Object Depth Enhancer, Ultra Luminance Pro | Object Depth Enhancer, Ultra Luminance Pro | Object Depth Enhancer, Ultra Luminance Pro |
| Clarity | Quad Step Noise Reduction, Frequency Based Sharpness Enhancer | Quad Step Noise Reduction, Frequency Based Sharpness Enhancer | Quad Step Noise Reduction, Frequency Based Sharpness Enhancer |
| Recolution Upscaler | AI 4K Upscaling | 4K Upscaler | 4K Upscaler |
| HDR (High-Dynamic Range) | Cinema HDR (Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG), Dolby Vision IQ, HDR Dynamic Tone Mapping Pro | 4K Cinema HDR (Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG), HDR Dynamic Tone Mapping Pro | 4K Cinema HDR (Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG), HDR Dynamic Tone Mapping Pro |
| Picture Processor | a9 Gen 3 Intelligent Processor | a9 Gen 2 Intelligent Processor | a9 Intelligent Processor |
| AI TV | |||
| LG ThinQ AI | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Alexa | Alexa Built-in "Works with" Alexa | Yes software update required | No |
Google Assistant Built-in "Works with" Google Assistant | devise sold separately | No | |
| Apple | Apple Airplay2, Apple Homekit | No | No |
| Intelligent Voice Recognition | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| AI Picture Pro | AI Picture Pro | No | No |
| Home Dashboard | Yes | No | No |
| Gallery Mode | Yes | Yes | No |
| SMART TV | |||
| OS | Web OS 5 | Web OS 4.5 | Web OS 4.0 |
| Remote control | Magic Remote Control | Magic Remote Control | Magic Remote Control |
| LG Content Store | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Web Browser | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Hands-free Voice Control | no only Magic Remote | No | No |
| Audio | |||
| Dolby | Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes |
| DTS | ? | Yes | Yes |
| Sound Output | 40W (20W Woofer) | 40W (20W Woofer) | 40W (20W Woofer) |
| Woofer | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Speaker Type | 2.2CH | 2.2CH | 2.2CH |
| Bluetooth Sound Ready | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| WiSA Ready | Yes (Separate Dongle Purchase Required) | Yes (Separate Dongle Purchase Required) | No |
| GAMING | |||
| G-SYNC Compatible | Yes | No | No |
| VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) | Yes | No (Yes Europe) | No |
| Response Time | >1 ms | >1 ms | >1 ms |
| FreeSyn | Yes (May not be available at the time of purchase of this product) | No | No |
| ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode) | Yes | No (Yes Europe) | No |
| HGiG | Yes | No | No |
| CONNECTIVITY | |||
| NEXTGENTV (ATSC 3.0) | No | No | No |
| Wi-Fi | Yes WiFi5 | Yes WiFi5 | Yes WiFi5 |
| Bluetooth | Yes Version 5.0 | Yes Version 5.0 | Yes Version 4.2 |
| Ip control | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| HDMI-CEC (Simplink) | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Smart Phone Connectivity | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| HDMI | 4 (2.1) | 4 (2.1) | 4 (ver 2.0) |
| Audio Return Channel Support (ARC) | eARC | ARC | ARC |
| USB | 3 | 3 | |
| Ethernet | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| RF In (Terrestrial/Cable) | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| RF In (Satellite Input) | No US, Yes Europe | No US, Yes Europe | No US, Yes Europe |
| Digital Audio Out (Optical) | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Digital Broadcasting US | ATSC/ClearQAM | ATSC/ClearQAM | ATSC/ClearQAM |
| Digital Broadcasting Europe | DVB T/T2/C/S/S2 | DVB T/T2/C/S/S3 | DVB T/T2/C/S/S4 |
| Analog Tuner | Yes | Yes | Yes |
New features of LG CX series TVs in 2020
What will get the new CX TVs, of course, is a software update. The new version of WebOS, which will provide the work of new functions, support for services Alexa, Google, Apple. Added control panel for home devices. The capabilities of the HDMI 2.1 ports are also fully supported, aimed at improving synchronization when using the TV as a monitor ALLM, VRR, FreeSyn, G-SYNG, eARC. The TV is approved by the HGIG Association of Monitor and Game Console Manufacturers.
The third-generation a9 processor, it is not clear whether there will be support for DTS audio codecs, the specification does not indicate.
A brief summary of the LG OLED CX TV
Changes in OLEDCX TV models mainly concern the improvement of software for video signal processing and further integration of the TV with smart voice assistants of various manufacturers, as well as the adaptation of the TV for connecting game consoles. The quality of the video being played is almost unchanged.
The LG C9 also has eARC
LG C9 have VRR, G-SYNC, AirPlay2, Apple HomeKit!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
LG C9 has both VRR and G-Sync. C9 also features gallery mode and voice control through magic remote. BTW, CX series will also be available in 48 inch. Please correct information.