LG B4 55” TV Review

The LG B4 sits at the entry-level option in the company’s B/C/G OLED lineup. However, don’t let that fool you, as this display delivers in the key areas, especially for gamers. After spending two weeks with the B4, playing various games and watching many movies, it’s time for my review.

Built to game

Here at GameRevolution, we’re all about the games, so I’ll first dive into the gaming-specific features. With 4K 120 FPS video available through all four HDMI 2.1 ports, as well as support for Variable Refresh Rate through G-Sync and FreeSync, there’s a lot to like here. Whether you’re plugging in a PS5, Xbox Series X, Nintendo Switch, or PC, this TV can shine.

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I tested the B4 with my PC and PS5. I was especially impressed by how simple the setup is. It’s effectively plug-and-play with very little need to fiddle with the settings. Game Mode kicked in for both systems and I was more than happy with the results.

The movie test

For movies and TV shows, I settled for the Cinema/Home Cinema presets, though those looking for “Filmmaker” will be happy to see that it’s here and works well. I just wanted more brightness and so went for Cinema, which still has fantastic, accurate colors.

Brightness might not reach the levels of the C4 or G4, but I’ve been more than satisfied by the B4. It delivers great-looking visuals even with daylight coming through my lounge windows, though I would, of course, recommend dimming the lights for the optimal experience.

Other big highlights

Other feature highlights of the B4 include the Alpha 8 AI processor. While I gave the AI features a shot for a few days, I ultimately turned them off. However, when it comes to processing power, I’m very happy with the speed on offer here. As someone who often turns to an Amazon Fire Stick instead of using the native OS, I’ve actually stuck with LG’s setup and sold my 4K Fire Stick, so it must be good!

The remote is great, too. I’m particularly fond of the Wii-like functionality, allowing you to point and click, which comes in clutch for quickly entering emails and passwords for the various apps.

Some downsides

Visually, I think the B4 is pretty much perfect for the price. When it comes to audio, however, that’s where the cracks begin to show. While the sound is passable, the quality is a poor match for the images being produced. Ideally, additional budget will be invested into a soundbar or surround sound setup.

I also wish Multi Screen worked with multiple different apps, rather than being limited to HDMI inputs. Having Netflix streaming via WebOS while I play a PS5 game would be fantastic. Unfortunately, this isn’t yet possible.

Disclosure: Review sample purchased by reviewer.

Final Verdict

At $1,699.99, the LG B4 is a big investment that should be carefully considered. However, LG regularly has generous discounts, which I took advantage of to get this set for $900. This included an extended warranty to five years.

Those looking at the B4, whether it’s at full price or on sale, should certainly add it to their shortlist. Though it’s described as “entry level,” this OLED delivers a fantastic experience for movie lovers and gamers. The only shortcomings are that it doesn’t reach the same level of brightness as its bigger brothers, and the audio delivery could be better.