TVs / LG B6 vs Philips OLED811
LG B6 vs Philips OLED811
Philips OLED811
Philips' mid-range 2026 OLED with 165Hz gaming specs — not sold on US Amazon, pricing estimated.
Wins overall by 0.3 points
Quick Verdict
The Philips OLED811 wins by 0.3 points, which is not enough to settle it. LG's most affordable 2026 OLED, trading peak brightness for a lower price. Pick on the specs that matter to you, not the overall score.
The LG B6 and Philips OLED811 are both current-generation TV models, and the LG B6 is $955 cheaper than the Philips OLED811 ($1,999 vs $2,954). On Value, the LG B6 leads (8.8 vs 7.0/10) — performance and features relative to price. On Brightness & HDR, the Philips OLED811 leads (8.5 vs 6.8/10) — peak nits and HDR format support for highlight detail. On Smart Platform, the LG B6 leads (9.0 vs 7.5/10) — OS responsiveness, app ecosystem, and voice assistant support. Overall, the Philips OLED811 scores 8.3/10 across our 8 scoring categories versus 8.0/10 for the LG B6, though the gap is close enough that your specific use case should decide it. Below, we break down the full spec sheet, category-by-category scores, and exactly who should buy which one.
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Spec | LG B6 | Philips OLED811 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1999.00 | $2954.00 |
| Release Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Screen Size (in) | 65 | 65 |
| Panel Type | OLED (entry tier, no Brightness Booster) | OLED EX panel (LG-sourced) |
| Resolution | 3840x2160 (4K UHD) | 3840x2160 (4K UHD) |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 835 | 2500✓ |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 120 | 165✓ |
| Processor | Alpha 8 AI Processor 4K Gen3 | 10th-Gen P5 AI Processor + MediaTek Pentonic 800 |
| HDMI 2.1 Ports (ports) | 4 | 4 |
| HDR Formats | Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG | Dolby Vision 2 Max, HDR10+, HDR10, HLG |
| Smart Platform | webOS 26 | Titan OS |
| Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in Audio System | 2.0-channel, 20W | Not officially specified |
| Built-in Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes |
| Warranty | 12 months | 12 months |
| Colors | Black | Black |
Category Scores
Picture Quality
The Philips OLED811 leads clearly here, 9.0 against 8.0 — a 1.0-point margin on panel technology, contrast, and color accuracy. If that is what you are buying for, the LG B6 does not close the gap elsewhere.
Brightness & HDR
The Philips OLED811 leads clearly here, 8.5 against 6.8 — a 1.7-point margin on peak nits and HDR format support for highlight detail. If that is what you are buying for, the LG B6 does not close the gap elsewhere.
Gaming Features
The Philips OLED811 leads clearly here, 9.3 against 8.5 — a 0.8-point margin on refresh rate, VRR, input lag, and console support. If that is what you are buying for, the LG B6 does not close the gap elsewhere.
Smart Platform
The LG B6 leads clearly here, 9.0 against 7.5 — a 1.5-point margin on OS responsiveness, app ecosystem, and voice assistant support. If that is what you are buying for, the Philips OLED811 does not close the gap elsewhere.
Built-in Sound
The Philips OLED811 leads clearly here, 7.0 against 6.5 — a 0.5-point margin on onboard speaker power, clarity, and Dolby Atmos support. If that is what you are buying for, the LG B6 does not close the gap elsewhere.
Design & Build
The Philips OLED811 leads clearly here, 8.5 against 7.8 — a 0.7-point margin on panel thinness, bezels, stand/mount options, and finish. If that is what you are buying for, the LG B6 does not close the gap elsewhere.
Connectivity
The Philips OLED811 leads clearly here, 9.5 against 9.0 — a 0.5-point margin on HDMI 2.1 port count and other I/O for consoles and soundbars. If that is what you are buying for, the LG B6 does not close the gap elsewhere.
Value
The LG B6 leads clearly here, 8.8 against 7.0 — a 1.8-point margin on performance and features relative to price. If that is what you are buying for, the Philips OLED811 does not close the gap elsewhere.
Best For
Choose the LG B6 if…
- • Value matters most to you — the LG B6 scores 8.8/10 here (performance and features relative to price).
- • Smart Platform matters most to you — the LG B6 scores 9.0/10 here (OS responsiveness, app ecosystem, and voice assistant support).
- • You want to spend less — it's $955 cheaper.
Choose the Philips OLED811 if…
- • Brightness & HDR matters most to you — the Philips OLED811 scores 8.5/10 here (peak nits and HDR format support for highlight detail).
- • Picture Quality matters most to you — the Philips OLED811 scores 9.0/10 here (panel technology, contrast, and color accuracy).
- • Gaming Features matters most to you — the Philips OLED811 scores 9.3/10 here (refresh rate, VRR, input lag, and console support).
Pros & Cons
LG B6
Pros
- +Entry point into LG's 2026 OLED lineup under $2,000
- +Still gets 4 HDMI 2.1 ports with 120Hz/VRR/ALLM on every port
- +Same webOS 26 smart platform as the flagship G6
- +AI-driven Alpha 8 Gen3 processor
Cons
- −No Brightness Booster tech — measurably dimmer than the C6/G6 (835 vs 3,100+ nits)
- −120Hz native panel vs 165Hz on the C6/G6/W6
- −Base 2.0-channel 20W speakers
Philips OLED811
Pros
- +165Hz refresh with all four HDMI 2.1 ports supporting 4K HFR — rare at this tier
- +World-first Dolby Vision 2 Max support
- +3-sided Ambilight with AmbiScape
- +LG-sourced OLED EX panel rated up to 2,500 nits
Cons
- −Not sold on US Amazon — Philips TVs sold in the US come from a different licensee and this lineup isn't distributed there
- −Price shown is estimated from the predecessor OLED810's 77" UK launch price — no confirmed 65" pricing exists yet for the OLED811
- −Official 2026 pricing and full availability have not been announced
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FAQs
Is the LG B6 or Philips OLED811 better overall?+
Based on our 8-category scoring, the Philips OLED811 comes out ahead overall. See the full breakdown in the scores section above — the right pick still depends on which categories matter most for your use case.
Which is better for Value, the LG B6 or the Philips OLED811?+
The LG B6 scores higher on Value (8.8/10 vs 7.0/10) — performance and features relative to price.
Which is better for Brightness & HDR, the LG B6 or the Philips OLED811?+
The Philips OLED811 scores higher on Brightness & HDR (8.5/10 vs 6.8/10) — peak nits and HDR format support for highlight detail.
Which is better for Smart Platform, the LG B6 or the Philips OLED811?+
The LG B6 scores higher on Smart Platform (9.0/10 vs 7.5/10) — OS responsiveness, app ecosystem, and voice assistant support.
Which is better for Picture Quality, the LG B6 or the Philips OLED811?+
The Philips OLED811 scores higher on Picture Quality (9.0/10 vs 8.0/10) — panel technology, contrast, and color accuracy.
Is the LG B6 worth the price difference over the Philips OLED811?+
The LG B6 is the cheaper option at $1,999 versus $2,954. Whether the pricier model is "worth it" depends on how much you value its lead in Value.
What's the warranty on the LG B6 vs the Philips OLED811?+
The LG B6 ships with a 12-month warranty; the Philips OLED811 ships with a 12-month warranty. Always confirm current terms on the manufacturer's site before buying.
Should I wait for the next model instead of buying either of these?+
If either model is more than two years old, a successor may be close — check the "Latest Model" link on each product page. Otherwise, both are current, well-supported options and there's no strong reason to wait.
Cheaper Option
Samsung M80H — $799.99
Specifications and prices for both products last verified . Scores are calculated from published specifications — see how we compare products.