TVs / Philips OLED811 vs Philips OLED911
Philips OLED811 vs Philips OLED911
Philips OLED911
Philips' upper-mid 2026 OLED with a built-in Bowers & Wilkins soundbar — not sold on US Amazon.
Wins overall by 0.5 points
Quick Verdict
A 0.5-point gap makes the Philips OLED911 the straightforward choice here. Philips' upper-mid 2026 OLED with a built-in Bowers & Wilkins soundbar — not sold on US Amazon.
The Philips OLED811 and Philips OLED911 are both current-generation TV models, and they're priced almost identically ($2,954 vs $2,954). On Built-in Sound, the Philips OLED911 leads (8.9 vs 7.0/10) — onboard speaker power, clarity, and Dolby Atmos support. On Brightness & HDR, the Philips OLED911 leads (9.6 vs 8.5/10) — peak nits and HDR format support for highlight detail. On Picture Quality, the Philips OLED911 leads (9.5 vs 9.0/10) — panel technology, contrast, and color accuracy. Overall, the Philips OLED911 scores 8.8/10 across our 8 scoring categories versus 8.3/10 for the Philips OLED811. Below, we break down the full spec sheet, category-by-category scores, and exactly who should buy which one.
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Spec | Philips OLED811 | Philips OLED911 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $2954.00 | $2954.00 |
| Release Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Screen Size (in) | 65 | 65 |
| Panel Type | OLED EX panel (LG-sourced) | 4th-Gen LG Primary RGB Tandem 2.0 OLED panel |
| Resolution | 3840x2160 (4K UHD) | 3840x2160 (4K UHD) |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 2500 | 4500✓ |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 165 | 165 |
| Processor | 10th-Gen P5 AI Processor + MediaTek Pentonic 800 | 10th-Gen P5 AI Processor + MediaTek Pentonic 800 |
| HDMI 2.1 Ports (ports) | 4 | 4 |
| HDR Formats | Dolby Vision 2 Max, HDR10+, HDR10, HLG | Dolby Vision 2 Max, HDR10+, HDR10, HLG |
| Smart Platform | Titan OS | Titan OS |
| Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in Audio System | Not officially specified | 3.1-channel Bowers & Wilkins soundbar (integrated) |
| Built-in Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes |
| Warranty | 12 months | 12 months |
| Colors | Black | Black |
Category Scores
Picture Quality
The Philips OLED911 leads clearly here, 9.5 against 9.0 — a 0.5-point margin on panel technology, contrast, and color accuracy. If that is what you are buying for, the Philips OLED811 does not close the gap elsewhere.
Brightness & HDR
The Philips OLED911 leads clearly here, 9.6 against 8.5 — a 1.1-point margin on peak nits and HDR format support for highlight detail. If that is what you are buying for, the Philips OLED811 does not close the gap elsewhere.
Gaming Features
The Philips OLED811 and Philips OLED911 are level here, at 9.3/10 each. refresh rate, VRR, input lag, and console support is not what separates these two — look to the categories where the scores diverge.
Smart Platform
The Philips OLED811 and Philips OLED911 are level here, at 7.5/10 each. OS responsiveness, app ecosystem, and voice assistant support is not what separates these two — look to the categories where the scores diverge.
Built-in Sound
The Philips OLED911 leads clearly here, 8.9 against 7.0 — a 1.9-point margin on onboard speaker power, clarity, and Dolby Atmos support. If that is what you are buying for, the Philips OLED811 does not close the gap elsewhere.
Design & Build
The Philips OLED911 is marginally ahead, 8.9 to 8.5. A gap this small rarely decides a purchase on its own, though it counts if panel thinness, bezels, stand/mount options, and finish is your priority.
Connectivity
The Philips OLED811 and Philips OLED911 are level here, at 9.5/10 each. HDMI 2.1 port count and other I/O for consoles and soundbars is not what separates these two — look to the categories where the scores diverge.
Value
The Philips OLED911 is marginally ahead, 7.2 to 7.0. A gap this small rarely decides a purchase on its own, though it counts if performance and features relative to price is your priority.
Best For
Choose the Philips OLED811 if…
- • Your main use case is gaming.
Choose the Philips OLED911 if…
- • Built-in Sound matters most to you — the Philips OLED911 scores 8.9/10 here (onboard speaker power, clarity, and Dolby Atmos support).
- • Brightness & HDR matters most to you — the Philips OLED911 scores 9.6/10 here (peak nits and HDR format support for highlight detail).
- • Picture Quality matters most to you — the Philips OLED911 scores 9.5/10 here (panel technology, contrast, and color accuracy).
- • Design & Build matters most to you — the Philips OLED911 scores 8.9/10 here (panel thinness, bezels, stand/mount options, and finish).
- • Value matters most to you — the Philips OLED911 scores 7.2/10 here (performance and features relative to price).
Pros & Cons
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
Philips OLED911
Pros
- +Same 4,500-nit-rated Tandem panel as the flagship OLED951, at a lower price
- +Integrated 3.1-channel Bowers & Wilkins soundbar
- +World-first Dolby Vision 2 Max support
- +Available down to a 48" size for the first time
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 an estimate based on the predecessor OLED910's UK launch price; official 2026 pricing has not been announced
- −New Titan OS platform is unproven versus webOS, Tizen, or Google TV
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FAQs
Is the Philips OLED811 or Philips OLED911 better overall?+
Based on our 8-category scoring, the Philips OLED911 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 Built-in Sound, the Philips OLED811 or the Philips OLED911?+
The Philips OLED911 scores higher on Built-in Sound (8.9/10 vs 7.0/10) — onboard speaker power, clarity, and Dolby Atmos support.
Which is better for Brightness & HDR, the Philips OLED811 or the Philips OLED911?+
The Philips OLED911 scores higher on Brightness & HDR (9.6/10 vs 8.5/10) — peak nits and HDR format support for highlight detail.
Which is better for Picture Quality, the Philips OLED811 or the Philips OLED911?+
The Philips OLED911 scores higher on Picture Quality (9.5/10 vs 9.0/10) — panel technology, contrast, and color accuracy.
Which is better for Design & Build, the Philips OLED811 or the Philips OLED911?+
The Philips OLED911 scores higher on Design & Build (8.9/10 vs 8.5/10) — panel thinness, bezels, stand/mount options, and finish.
Is the Philips OLED811 worth the price difference over the Philips OLED911?+
They're priced the same ($2,954), so the decision comes down to which specific features and scores matter more to you rather than budget.
Which is better suited to my use case?+
The Philips OLED811 is the better fit if you mainly care about gaming. The Philips OLED911 is the better fit for home-theater.
What's the warranty on the Philips OLED811 vs the Philips OLED911?+
The Philips OLED811 ships with a 12-month warranty; the Philips OLED911 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 S85H — $1999.99
Premium Option
Philips OLED951 — $3760.00
Specifications and prices for both products last verified . Scores are calculated from published specifications — see how we compare products.