Compare Sony Bravia 8 II vs LG C6H OLED

Picture quality is the defining strength: sharp, dimensional, colorful and cinematic across strong sources, with only bright-room and rival-brightness caveats.

The large tandem OLED panel delivers striking, nearly flagship-level images with deep blacks, punchy HDR highlights, and rich colors. Uniformity and reflections are the main visual reservations.

DTS playback and passthrough are useful for legacy disc collections and make it easier to hand audio off to an external system.

HDMI audio output is useful, but missing DTS support can complicate playback of certain Blu-ray soundtracks.

Console gaming is good overall, especially on PS5, but only two HDMI 2.1 inputs, a 120Hz ceiling and weaker PC-oriented features keep it behind the best gaming TVs.

Exceptionally fast pixels, low lag, 165Hz capability and four HDMI 2.1 inputs make the C6H one of the strongest large-screen gaming choices.

Bright-room performance is serviceable and the anti-reflective treatment helps, but strong ambient light can flatten blacks and make brighter rivals more suitable.

The tandem OLED brightness makes daytime TV more practical than on older C-series sets, provided direct window reflections are controlled.

Acoustic Surface Audio creates a wide, well-localized presentation that extends beyond the screen, though a full surround system still adds more immersion.

Built-in speakers can sound reasonably wide for everyday TV, but lack the spaciousness of an external surround system.

The picture is strongly oriented toward natural, reference-style reproduction, with especially accurate HDR and calibrated modes despite some criticism of Sony’s calibration targets.

Filmmaker Mode can look impressively natural in SDR, but HDR calibration and some tone-mapping behaviors vary, with cool color casts and red saturation errors in certain modes.

HDR is one of the TV’s strengths, with punchy highlights, deep blacks and excellent Dolby Vision rendering, although some presets and bright-room conditions reduce impact.

HDR movies and games benefit from intense specular highlights, perfect blacks and excellent range, although the brightest small highlights can exceed the intended tone curve.

Peak brightness is a substantial step up over earlier Sony OLEDs and plenty strong in practice, but LG and Samsung flagships can still reach higher peaks.

The tandem panel gives the C6H unusually bright highlights for a C-series OLED, often approaching the output of more expensive flagship sets.

Contrast is excellent in favorable lighting, combining deep blacks with bright highlights, though the screen coating can reduce perceived contrast in bright rooms.

The essentially infinite contrast lets bright objects sit next to pitch-black areas without compromising the image.

Built-in sound is unusually strong for a thin TV—direct, detailed and spacious enough that a soundbar feels optional rather than mandatory for everyday viewing.

Built-in sound opinions are split: several found clear, surprisingly capable audio, while others heard a thin, limited presentation lacking power.

The Bravia 8 II is at its best with the lights down, where its precision, blacks, HDR punch and cinematic balance become especially convincing.

Perfect blacks and dynamic range make this an excellent night-movie TV, although near-black banding on some panels can undermine dark scenes.

Processing does a strong job cleaning compression noise and lower-quality sources without making the image look harsh or overly processed.

Compression artifacts and dark-scene noise are generally reduced, though one evaluation found that HDR dithering remains visible.

HDR highlights are vivid, controlled and often spectacular, but the Sony is not the brightest flagship and some modes can push highlights away from reference.

Exceptional HDR brightness is the C6H’s signature improvement over smaller C6 models; sunlight, flames and other highlights gain a dramatic sense of impact.

Bass is punchier and more controlled than on many thin TVs, but deep low-end weight remains limited enough that movie fans may still want a subwoofer or sound system.

The small speakers offer some welcome low-end weight but cannot consistently reproduce deep bass without boominess.

Natural skin tones, nuanced hues and very accurate calibrated results are major strengths; a few measurements find minor white or light-color errors.

SDR Filmmaker Mode is generally natural and convincing. HDR accuracy is less consistent, with cool color temperature, undersaturated reds, and limited gains from calibration on some samples.

Full-screen brightness remains a relative OLED weakness, especially beside the brightest rivals, although SDR full-field performance is less limiting than on older OLEDs.

Full-screen brightness is strong for OLED and several tests found it held up well in big bright scenes. Heavy automatic limiting or the G6 advantage can still show in some situations.

White balance is a mixed area: some out-of-box settings run too cool or blue, but calibration can bring results very close to reference.

Factory white balance can lean cool, especially in HDR, but straightforward adjustments often bring gray tracking and color temperature close to reference.

Motion is natural and cinematic out of the box, with only slight judder or blur that can usually be reduced without obvious soap-opera artifacts.

Fast action looks crisp with excellent pixel response and film playback is generally controlled, though some panning stutter is characteristic of OLED.

Input lag is good enough for most console players, with sub-frame results at 60Hz and 120Hz, though some comparisons find Sony slower than rivals.

Controls feel exceptionally responsive, with particularly low latency at 120Hz and a faster mode for 60Hz.

VRR does not extend below 60Hz, narrowing its usefulness when frame rates fall beneath that threshold.

Variable refresh remains effective over a broad refresh range, including lower-frame-rate situations with compensation.

Only two HDMI 2.1 inputs are provided, and one doubles as eARC, making multi-console plus soundbar setups unnecessarily restrictive.

Four full-speed HDMI 2.1 inputs are a welcome advantage for homes with multiple consoles and gaming PCs.

The feet sit at the outer edges, forcing owners to use furniture nearly as wide as the TV and making narrow cabinets a poor fit.

The centralized pedestal allows the 77-inch display to sit on a cabinet narrower than the screen.

Formal Nvidia G-SYNC support is inconsistent across descriptions and lacks the clear certification PC gamers may expect, despite usable HDMI VRR.

G-SYNC makes Nvidia PCs a strong fit, though VRR flicker can still occur in a few dark menus.

Google TV recommendations are usable but not especially personal; suggestions can lean generic or surface services the viewer does not use.

LG’s default home page can bury useful content under suggested services, paid promotions and poorly matched recommendations.

Cable routing is not ideal because the power lead sits away from the other connections, making a clean installation less convenient.

Routing features in the stand help keep cables organized, though wall-install cable access is less tidy.

Built-in audio can reach room-filling levels and sounds more dynamic than most thin TVs, making it viable without a soundbar in many rooms.

The internal speakers do not play as loudly as a large cinematic display might warrant.

Fine white text can reveal QD-OLED color fringing, making the panel less suitable as a close-range desktop monitor.

Full chroma support helps PC images, but the non-RGB subpixel arrangement can slightly soften or fringe fine Windows text.

The metal feet hold the panel securely and can raise it cleanly for a soundbar.

The big screen can sway a little on its pedestal without feeling dangerously unstable.

Wall mounting works, but the low screw placement can leave the TV sitting higher than expected on an existing mount.

The large display looks attractive on a standard VESA bracket, but recessed inputs and a fixed cable make installation less convenient.

Google sign-in can make app credentials easier to manage, but tying the TV to a Google account can be undesirable for people who want less ecosystem integration.

Installing and using internal apps requires an LG account and acceptance of terms, an unwanted obstacle for privacy-minded owners.

Panel uniformity is consistently strong, with clean grayscale performance and little visible variation across the screen.

Panel uniformity is the biggest sample-dependent issue: some examples hide faint banding in films, while others show distracting dark vertical lines or edge tinting.

Reflections are handled well overall and rarely distract, though direct lights remain visible and the coating’s effect on blacks is a tradeoff.

The glossy screen preserves vivid OLED contrast but reflects windows and bright lamps far more strongly than the G6 or certain Samsung rivals.

120Hz gaming can feel smooth and responsive, but the lack of 144Hz or 165Hz support leaves serious PC players better served elsewhere.

PC users can reach 165Hz with VRR, but some testing found that 120Hz gives a cleaner, more stable image.

Motionflow handles judder naturally with only mild artifacts, and small adjustments can smooth difficult pans without making movies look artificial.

Proper 24fps film cadence works well with the right setting, though a few unusual signal and motion combinations can cause judder.

The anti-reflective treatment cuts glare effectively, but direct lamps can still mirror and the coating can contribute to lifted blacks in bright rooms.

Normal room lighting is workable, but direct light sources can appear like a mirror, especially during dark scenes.

OLED blacks are usually deep and convincing, especially in controlled light, but ambient light can lift them toward grey on the QD-OLED surface.

Self-lit pixels create impressively deep blacks and striking depth, making movies and games look dramatic without the washed-out grays of many LCDs.

Power consumption is a weak point, with the Bravia 8 II drawing significantly more energy than the LG G5 in both SDR and HDR testing.

A large, bright panel can use substantial electricity even if tandem OLED is relatively efficient per unit of screen area.

The gaming menu is handy and convenient, putting picture adjustments and assist features within easy reach during play.

On-screen controls make it easy to tune game brightness, black visibility and other settings without leaving the action.

OLED pixel response is effectively instantaneous, keeping motion clean and ghosting minimal for games and video.

Nearly instantaneous pixel transitions minimize trailing and keep fast games remarkably clear.

24fps stutter is present but well managed, and modest smoothing can reduce it without adding a heavy soap-opera effect.

OLED response exposes some film-pan stutter, but modest motion interpolation helps without making movies look overly processed.

The 120Hz refresh rate is perfectly workable for consoles but looks conservative beside premium TVs offering 144Hz or 165Hz.

The 165Hz mode offers headroom for gaming PCs, but some tests found flicker or reduced dark-scene detail, making 120Hz a safer option.

VRR can deliver very smooth console gameplay, but the 120Hz cap and lack of low-frame-rate VRR below 60Hz limit flexibility for PC use.

FreeSync, G-SYNC and HDMI VRR largely keep gameplay tear-free, with occasional dark-scene flicker or raised blacks.

Per-pixel OLED lighting keeps blooming and haloing essentially absent, preserving clean separation around bright objects on dark backgrounds.

Small bright objects and subtitles remain free of the light halos that can surround them on backlit TVs.

Gradients and dark shading are usually excellent, with smooth tonal transitions and strong near-black detail; the gradation control itself does not always make a large difference.

Smooth tonal transitions are a standout, with minimal posterization in most HDR scenes. A few demanding dark clips still uncover faint lines.

Automatic low-latency behavior contributes to responsive, smooth gameplay without requiring manual mode switching.

The TV switches into a responsive low-latency state automatically for compatible consoles.

The remote is comfortable enough, yet the abundance of fixed app buttons makes the layout feel more cluttered than necessary.

Small and traditional remotes suit different tastes; missing backlighting and indirect input access remain frustrating.

Google TV search is useful but hampered by limited filters and web-style dead ends that make results less focused than they should be.

Integrated search does not cover every installed streaming app, so results can be incomplete.

Off-axis image quality is excellent, with strong color and luminance retention across wide seating positions, though one source found the glossy screen less forgiving.

The picture stays bright and blacks remain deep across wide seating positions, though mild green or blue tinting appears at some angles.

Upscaling is among the TV’s strongest processing talents, making SD and HD material look cleaner, sharper and more detailed without excessive artifacts.

DVDs, lower-resolution TV channels and HD streams are handled with impressively natural detail, although optional sharpening can become aggressive.

DVD, 720p and 1080p material is usually cleaned up impressively, though the TV cannot completely hide weak-source artifacts and some rivals extract a little more detail.

Weak streams look much cleaner thanks to effective scaling and compression cleanup; the very softest sources still show their limitations.

The remote is usable and intuitive, but losing backlighting and rechargeable power feels like a downgrade on a premium TV.

The Magic Remote works effectively, but its plastic feel disappoints at this TV’s price.

Fast sports and movement stay crisp with little blur, reinforcing Sony’s long-standing strength in motion resolution.

Rapidly moving objects stay exceptionally sharp, particularly at 120Hz and above.

Banding is generally very well controlled, with several tests finding none at all, although faint banding can still appear in very dark tones.

New processing largely eliminates obvious color banding, but dark-gray patterns and occasional Dolby Vision scenes may still show artifacts.

Google TV runs smoothly, but its overly zealous advertising is a recurring annoyance in an otherwise polished smart-TV experience.

Ads and sponsored content are a recurring irritation, with some placements impossible or cumbersome to remove and autoplay sound particularly unwelcome.

Overall reactions are highly positive, with the TV repeatedly described as excellent or close to the best, even when price and feature omissions temper enthusiasm.

The C6H inspires strongly positive recommendations for its picture and gaming strengths, despite recurring complaints about webOS, glare and some sample variation.

Near-black and shadow detail are exceptional, preserving texture and subtle information that many OLEDs crush or wash out.

Dark scenes retain pleasing depth and detail, although some processing lifts blacks or comes out of them a little slowly.

Sony’s XR processing is repeatedly singled out as class-leading, producing clean, natural, dimensional images and especially strong low-quality-source cleanup.

The Alpha 11 Gen 3 gives streams and movies a clear, polished appearance. Purists may dislike processing that cannot always be fully switched off.

Sony’s interpolation is unusually subtle, smoothing pans while preserving a cinematic look better than many aggressive motion systems.

Cinematic Movement subtly smooths 24fps films without introducing much soap-opera effect, although stronger settings may add artifacts.

The QD-OLED panel delivers exceptionally wide color coverage, with strong BT.2020 performance and vivid colors that stay controlled rather than cartoonish.

P3 coverage is excellent and BT.2020 reach is strong for WOLED. Some QD-OLED competitors still show a wider range of vivid saturated color.

Sony’s presets are unusually accurate and easy to use, while deeper picture controls still leave room for enthusiasts to fine-tune the image.

Expert controls and AutoCal can dial in very accurate images, but HDR color adjustments are finicky on some tested units.

Voices are clear, full and closely anchored to the on-screen action, with Voice Zoom adding extra intelligibility when backgrounds get busy.

Voices sound crisp and intelligible in several listening tests, although a few found dialogue muted by the tonal balance.

Bright saturated colors are a standout, giving HDR highlights and bold hues unusual intensity while retaining Sony’s restrained tuning.

The new tandem panel produces vivid bright colors, a meaningful step up from standard WOLED, though extremely saturated highlights can still lose color intensity.

Game mode can be very effective for PS5 use, but Dolby Vision gaming can run too bright and some gaming presets sacrifice natural tone for performance.

Game Optimizer is feature-rich and fast, though some high-refresh or Dolby Vision modes can alter shadows and color accuracy.

The two-height feet are a simple, useful solution for fitting a soundbar, even if the overall stand design has placement limitations.

The centered stand looks good and suits narrower furniture, but some large examples wobble slightly.

Screen cleanliness is strong, with one direct test praising Sony’s handling of dirty-screen effect.

Bright scenes are often impressively uniform, but some units show darker edges or uneven gray patches.

A frustrating HDMI/HDR hardware hiccup required a power cycle, introducing a small but real reliability concern despite otherwise normal operation.

Most panel failure risks are modest, but static-image burn-in and eventual edge pixel defects remain considerations.

The available HDMI 2.1 ports provide the expected high-bandwidth gaming features, but limiting full bandwidth to two inputs is a persistent flagship-level complaint.

All four ports provide full-bandwidth HDMI 2.1 capability for demanding modern gaming sources.

There is no formal AMD FreeSync certification, reducing the TV’s appeal for PC gamers even though standard HDMI VRR works.

FreeSync support gives AMD hardware smooth, tear-reduced playback alongside the other VRR standards.

DTS support is a useful differentiator for disc libraries and is welcomed alongside Dolby Atmos compatibility.

Lack of DTS decoding or passthrough remains a frustrating omission for disc-based home theater systems.

4K/120Hz works well for console play and can look excellent, but 120Hz is also the ceiling rather than a cutting-edge refresh target.

Both major current-generation consoles can output full 4K at 120Hz without sacrificing core gaming features.

The premium price is difficult to ignore, but strong picture, sound and processing make the cost easier to justify for cinema-focused buyers, especially after discounts.

Almost flagship-level OLED images at lower prices win repeated recommendations, though expensive screen sizes and discount G5s affect the calculation.

Core HDR formats are well covered, but the absence of HDR10+ means those sources fall back to static HDR10 metadata.

Dolby Vision and HDR10 cover common material well, but HDR10+ and Dolby Vision 2 are absent.

Dolby Atmos is a welcome part of the audio package and pairs well with the TV’s screen-based sound presentation.

Dolby Atmos can be passed to a capable sound system, and built-in processing adds some perceived height and immersion.

AirPlay is a useful part of the TV’s broad wireless streaming toolkit and gives Apple-device owners an easy local playback option.

AirPlay 2 makes streaming from Apple devices a practical alternative to built-in apps.

Casting is a useful strength thanks to Chromecast and AirPlay, covering both Android/Google and Apple households.

Phone casting is convenient for showing content on the large screen.

Built-in Chromecast adds convenient local streaming and complements the TV’s strong Google TV integration.

Chromecast provides an easy workaround for apps missing from webOS.

HDR10+ is not supported, a genuine format omission for services or sources that rely on it.

LG still leaves out HDR10+, reducing format flexibility for viewers with compatible sources.

Dolby Vision content looks especially accurate, detailed and vibrant, making the format one of the TV’s strongest viewing modes.

Dolby Vision films can look cinematic and striking, but a few evaluations found tone-mapping, halos, or rare dark-scene artifacts.

A physical microphone control and the option to use voice commands only from the remote provide a welcome way to limit always-listening behavior.

Account agreements, viewing-data collection and consent settings deserve careful attention before using webOS services.

Sony’s tone mapping is generally excellent and natural, preserving highlight detail and PS5 compatibility, though a few sources note mapping errors or less impactful choices.

Static HDR tracking is often impressively faithful, while Dynamic Tone Mapping makes the picture brighter at the cost of some accuracy.

The Google TV app catalog is a major strength, with no significant omissions and strong support for major services and UK catch-up apps.

Popular streaming services are well represented, with casting as a useful fallback.

Google Home integration extends the TV beyond streaming, giving it useful smart-home control from the same interface.

Smart-home controls can be useful for households with LG appliances, but are less compelling if the TV is the only connected device.

Google TV is usually smooth, responsive and fluid, though one assessment still found it reliable rather than genuinely fast.

webOS 26 generally runs quickly and reliably even when its interface is busy.

Long-term Google platform updates add value, even if the interface itself could use more intelligence today.

Multiple years of webOS support and firmware fixes add value, and updates have corrected some early Dolby Vision artifacts.

Hands-free Google Assistant is a useful platform advantage and broadens control beyond the remote.

The remote provides direct AI-powered voice assistance, although account and microphone choices deserve attention.

The partially detachable power cable is useful, but the plug arrangement is less wall-mount-friendly than it could be.

The angled, nonremovable plug makes concealed cable routing unusually difficult.

The 55- and 65-inch-only range is one of the TV’s clearest limitations, especially for buyers wanting a 77-inch or larger flagship OLED.

The tandem-equipped C6H comes only in 77- and 83-inch formats, so buyers seeking a smaller TV need a different panel.

The ultra-thin bezel helps the screen look chic and minimal without drawing attention away from the image.

The ultra-thin border lets the huge picture dominate the front of the TV.

The slim-bezel, minimalist One Slate design looks refined and premium without being flashy, with a finish that suits wall mounting or a modern room.

A slim, restrained, glossy design looks premium without distracting from the picture, though it lacks the G6’s flush-mounted gallery styling.

The chassis, metal frame and finish feel appropriately premium, with solid construction matching the TV’s flagship positioning.

The chassis feels solid and well made, although its very large thin panel needs careful handling.

webOS 26 can be fast and feature-rich yet frustrating to navigate, particularly for inputs, apps and detailed settings.

Both supported consoles can send 1440p at 120Hz, making it a flexible gaming input option.

Voice Zoom can lift dialogue out of busy mixes, and simultaneous Bluetooth headphone plus speaker output is especially useful when viewers need different listening levels.

Generating custom AI art is locked behind a paid Gallery+ subscription.

AI tuning brings small improvements in sharpness and day-to-day viewing but does not fundamentally change the picture.

Google Photos screen savers are a genuinely liked ambient feature, turning idle-screen time into a more personal display experience.

Over-the-air reception, the program guide and channel switching work smoothly for traditional broadcast television.

Free gallery images are available, but full subscription artwork features remain limited without payment.

Optional BFI reduces 60Hz persistence blur but also dims the image and may introduce uncomfortable flicker.

Deep blacks are uniform and free of halos thanks to individual pixel control, apart from separate near-black banding concerns.

Some hear worthwhile Atmos height effects, but others find the built-in presentation front-heavy with little genuine envelopment.

Static logos and unchanging screens can still cause permanent OLED damage, despite confidence in the newer tandem panel design.

The QD-OLED subpixel layout can create a red or colored fringe on sharp high-contrast edges, especially visible around fine text and small bright details.

Low frequencies are generally controlled, but high volume can introduce treble hardness, fuzz, buzzing or outright distortion.

Dolby Vision 2 is absent and future compatibility is uncertain, despite very good support for conventional Dolby Vision.

The wired Ethernet connection is limited by a 100Mbps-class port, which can actually be slower than the TV’s Wi-Fi for very high-bitrate streaming.

Normal OLED dimming differs from PWM, but black-frame insertion and certain VRR cases can still cause noticeable flicker.

LG Channels gives access to a broad collection of no-subscription, ad-supported programming.

Rear-side ports are difficult to reach when the screen is mounted close to the wall.

Bright specular areas reveal tiny movie details that dimmer OLEDs can lose.

Natural skin tones and restrained Filmmaker presets give SDR and HDR movies a lifelike look, notwithstanding a few calibration caveats.

Finding and changing HDMI inputs takes too many steps without a truly direct selection control.

At 77 or 83 inches, bright HDR effects and enormous contrast deliver a convincing cinematic scale.

Motion is normally clean, but shadow overshoot, rare banding patterns and VRR flicker can appear in difficult content.

Multi-View lets you watch two sources at once, making it an unusually useful extra for gaming alongside video.

Mild green, cyan or blue casts can appear from the sides, with the severity varying considerably between panels.

The glossy QD-OLED panel is widely viewed as a high-end choice, delivering excellent picture quality with only a few characteristic subpixel and ambient-light tradeoffs.

The nonremovable power cord is an awkward constraint when hiding wiring behind the wall.

The pointer and wheel are convenient for some, while others dislike the motion interface and indirect access to inputs.

Button tactility is good and navigation works well, even if the infrared receiver can be a little sensitive.

USB recording and a smooth program guide keep conventional TV functions useful.

Default widget standby can take an extra power-button press to fully switch off, although the behavior is configurable.

Unlike the flatter G6, the C6H has an electronics hump that prevents a fully flush gallery-style installation.

There is no 144Hz or 165Hz mode, a clear limitation for PC players comparing the Sony with faster premium rivals.

4K gaming is enjoyable at 120Hz and benefits from Sony’s console-focused features, though Dolby Vision gaming and the refresh ceiling bring some tradeoffs.

The most appealing Gallery+ screensaver and art features require ongoing payment, diminishing their value.

Built-in game services and high-refresh streaming options broaden play without a console.

Simultaneous Bluetooth headphones and TV or external speakers are unusually practical, especially when two viewers need different volume levels.

The 77-inch C6H gets close to G6 picture quality while offering more screen area for similar money.

Initial setup is generally quick and straightforward, from physical installation to Google TV configuration, though some steps still require switching between interfaces.

ATSC 3.0 support is a useful broadcast advantage, especially because some competing premium TVs omit next-generation over-the-air tuning.

The warranty is described as somewhat anemic for a premium television.

Some find AI sound makes voices and effects fuller, while others hear only a minor improvement over the limited built-in speakers.

Ambient art and informational widgets can make the TV useful while not watching shows, though full gallery automation may require a subscription.

Screen-based audio can track the picture extremely closely, though one source encountered a noticeable YouTube audio-sync problem.

QD-OLED is a major part of the appeal, combining OLED black control with unusually strong color and brightness performance.

A connected soundbar occasionally reversed the front and rear channels, putting dialogue behind the viewer until playback restarted.

With lighting controlled pixel by pixel, black-to-bright transitions appear precise and free of LCD-style dimming-zone compromises.

One assessment flags missing conventional PiP, even though other software offers a separate Multi-View function.

The picture is finely resolved, but always-on smooth-gradation processing can wipe out genuine texture in demanding scenes.

Accurate Filmmaker modes coexist with brighter alternatives; some modes overprocess colors or lock adjustments.

Everyday shows, broadcasts and sports benefit from accurate color and unusually strong OLED daylight brightness.

The central stand leaves enough space for many soundbars without blocking the image.

The Bravia Connect app can make adjustments easy, but connection failures and occasional SDR playback from built-in streaming apps undermine consistency.

Bluetooth audio is unusually flexible, including virtually lag-free accessory use and simultaneous headphone plus speaker playback.

Bluetooth 5.3 is described as fast enough for virtually lag-free headphones and gaming accessories.

Reference tracking is generally strong, although very small bright objects can be shown brighter than intended and dynamic modes exaggerate the effect.

Menus are generally easy to navigate, but some deeper settings can feel slower and less responsive than the best rival interfaces.

There is plenty of expert control, but important settings can be buried or locked depending on the selected picture preset.

Google TV is broadly liked for its app depth and familiar layout, though it can be buggy, ad-heavy and less polished than the slickest alternatives.

webOS has useful apps and extras, but its cluttered layout and persistent promotions make it divisive.

Major streaming and catch-up services are well supported, with the Google TV catalog leaving few meaningful gaps.

Wireless connectivity is presented as part of an otherwise strong connection suite and is capable enough for typical streaming use.

The C6 name covers substantially different panel technology at smaller sizes, so C6H picture performance should not be assumed for every C6.