LG SIGNATURE OLED W8 vs Philips OLED+911
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| LGSIGNATURE OLED W8 | PhilipsOLED+911 | |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Released | 2018 | June 2026 |
| Display | ||
| Panel | OLED | OLED |
| Panel detail | Picture-on-Wall OLED screen with a separate soundbar/control unit | META 4.0 Primary RGB Tandem 2.0 WOLED |
| Resolution | 3840 × 2160 (4K) | 3840 × 2160 (4K) |
| Refresh rate | – | 165 Hz |
| HDR formats | Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG | Dolby Vision, HDR10, HDR10+, HLG |
| HDR extras | LG also lists Advanced HDR by Technicolor; HDR10 Pro and HLG Pro name LG's processing, not HDR10+ support | Dolby Vision 2 Max (by automatic update, due late 2026), Dolby Vision Game, HGiG |
| Screen finish | – | Ultra-low reflection (META 4.0) |
| Peak brightness | Computer Bild measured around 730 cd/m² on its 65-inch W8; this is a review measurement, not an LG claim | Up to 4,500 nits peak and 400 nits full white (TP Vision claim) |
| Picture processing | The α9 processor provides LG's Quad Step Noise Reduction, Object Depth Enhancer, 4K Upscaler and Enhanced Dynamic Tone Mapping | Micro Dimming Pro, Perfect Natural Motion (MEMC/FRC), Crystal Clear; Calman Autocal Ready and manual calibration |
| Picture modes | – | Personal, Reference, Natural, Monitor, ECO, Game |
| Motion handling | – | Up to 165 Hz native refresh (Philips); spec sheet lists 120 Hz native with 165 Hz VRR |
| Sizes | ||
| Sizes | 65, 77″ | 48, 55, 65, 77″ |
| Largest size | 77″ | 77″ |
| Gaming | ||
| HDMI ports | 4 (0 HDMI 2.1 at 4K 120 Hz+) | 4 (all HDMI 2.1 at 4K 120 Hz+) (better) |
| Variable refresh rate | None | HDMI VRR, FreeSync Premium, G-Sync Compatible |
| Auto low latency mode | – | Yes |
| HDMI detail | Four HDMI inputs, with ARC on HDMI 2, are housed in the separate soundbar/control unit; no external 4K 120 Hz HDMI input | 4 × HDMI 2.1 at 48 Gbps, up to 4K 165 Hz 10-bit 4:2:2; eARC on HDMI 3; HDCP 2.3 on all ports |
| Game features | The 2018 W8 can show high-frame-rate content from its built-in apps, but has no HDMI 2.1 or external 4K 120 Hz input | Game Bar 2.0, ALLM, HGiG, Dolby Vision Game; 1080p, 1440p and 4K at up to 165 Hz |
| Cloud gaming | – | Bluetooth controller support for cloud gaming |
| Smart TV and sound | ||
| Smart TV platform | webOS | Titan OS |
| Processor | α9 Intelligent Processor | P5 AI Perfect Picture Engine (10th gen) |
| Speakers | 60 W, 4.2 channels | 81 W, 3.1 channels (better) |
| Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes |
| DTS:X | – | Yes |
| eARC | – | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), 2×2 dual band |
| Bluetooth | 4.2 | 5.4 |
| Speaker detail | Separate 60 W, 4.2-channel speaker/control unit with two woofers accounting for 20 W. LG lists the 77-inch unit at 13.1 kg; no 65-inch unit weight is stated on the UK sheet. | 81 W 3.1 (6 × 8.5 W + 30 W); Bowers & Wilkins 2-way mid and tweeter, B&W Balanced Quad PR woofer |
| Audio features | Dolby Atmos, Dolby Surround, LG Sound Sync and One Touch Sound Tuning | Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, Dolby Digital MS12 V2.8; AI EQ, Clear Dialogue, Dolby Media Intelligence, Night mode; Dolby Atmos for headphones; subwoofer pre-out |
| Voice assistants | UK LG sheet says built-in Google Assistant required a software update and was unavailable in the Republic of Ireland; Google Home and Alexa compatibility required separate devices | Works with Alexa and Google Home; remote with microphone |
| Casting | Wi-Fi Direct on both UK sizes; Miracast and WiDi listed for the 77-inch model by LG Hungary | Apple AirPlay |
| Software updates | webOS 4.0 with Magic Remote and ThinQ AI. Exact first on-sale month was not verified, so release uses year precision. | – |
| TV tuners | UK 65 and 77-inch sheets list twin DVB-T2/C/S2 reception | DVB-T/T2/T2-HD/C/S/S2, CI slot |
| USB | Three USB ports on both UK sizes | 2 (5 V 500 mA and 900 mA) |
| Ethernet | One LAN input on both UK sizes | Yes |
| Optical audio out | Optical digital audio output on both UK sizes | Yes |
| Design and power | ||
| Size | Display only (W × H × D): 65W8PLA 1446 × 823 × 3.85 mm; 77W8PLA 1721 × 989 × 5.96 mm | Without stand 1069 × 652 × 51 mm (48″), 1225 × 742 × 45 mm (55″), 1443 × 865 × 45 mm (65″), 1714 × 1019 × 40 mm (77″) |
| Stand | Wall mounting required. The separate soundbar/control unit measures 1260 × 78 × 198 mm for 65W8PLA and 1460 × 84 × 208 mm for 77W8PLA. | Rounded metal stick feet, black sheen |
| VESA pattern | – | 300 × 300 mm (48″, 55″, 65″); 400 × 300 mm (77″) |
| Power use | Both UK models list under 0.5 W standby | SDR/HDR on mode: 66/72 (48″), 84/96 (55″), 102/109 (65″), 134/144 (77″) kWh/1000h; networked standby 2.0 W |
| Energy class | – | SDR: G (48″, 55″), F (65″, 77″); HDR: G |
| Colours | – | Black metal bezel frame |
| In the box | Magic Remote and two AA batteries on both UK sizes | Remote control with wireless charging, USB-C cable for the remote, tabletop stand, power cord, quick start guide |
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