See the smart TVs for gaming that LG recommends in 2025
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Smart TVs for games are gaining more and more space and LG stands out for, in addition to having a high-quality OLED, also delivering premium features for those who prefer a smart TV instead of a monitor for gaming. The showmetech spoke with the brand's TV manager in Brazil about what makes a model a smart TV for gaming and also learn about the options for 2025.
Diego Oliveira
Diego Oliveira works as a Product Manager in the TV division of LG Electronics. Over more than a decade of career, he has built a solid track record in the administrative and commercial areas, leading multifunctional teams and developing portfolios with a focus on performance and innovation. His role involves everything from defining market strategies to monitoring results, always with an analytical and goal-oriented vision.
What makes a smart TV a gamer TV?
Resolution
To be considered a smart gamer TV, Diego Oliveira mentions that it needs to have at least 4K resolution. It is worth remembering that other features focused only on games are also important, such as upscaling, which improve content with resolution below 4K.
Nowadays, image quality is the key factor for a smart TV for gaming to deliver a good gaming experience. Starting with the resolution, 4K is the starting point.
Diego Oliveira, TV manager at LG Brazil
The resolution 4KAlso known as UltraHD (UHD), refers to a significantly higher pixel density in display screens. While the Full HD (1080p) standard has 1920 horizontal pixels by 1080 vertical pixels, 4K raises that number to 3840 x 2160 pixels, for a total of around 8,3 million pixels. This means that a 4K display has four times as many pixels as a Full HD display, resulting in a picture with much more detail, sharpness, and clarity, especially on larger screens where the difference is more noticeable.
A 4K TV is the ideal choice for gaming because it delivers images with more vivid colors and greater immersion. This resolution has become the recommended standard for exploring the full visual potential of new-generation consoles, such as the PS5 and Xbox Series X.
Size
Screen size is also a key factor when choosing a smart TV for gaming. According to Diego Oliveira, as long as the model has the right technologies, screens between 42 and 83 inches are the best choice for those looking to play games with quality on a large scale, making the most of the visual experience without compromising performance.
Today, we have in our portfolio the C5 OLED line, which goes from 42 inches to 83". The 2025 line has been completely updated and can be considered a smart gamer TV, delivering OLED quality. This year, we will also have more launches for the OLED market, in addition to the B5 and G5 series.
Screen size makes a difference in the gaming experience: larger models increase immersion and make it easier to view menus, maps, and important details. However, they also directly influence the price and should be chosen based on the available space — considering the distance between the sofa and the TV to ensure comfort and optimal visual performance. See this table that indicates the size, space between the screen and the sofa, and the environment where the devices should be placed:
| TV Size | Ideal distance from the sofa | Suitable environment |
| 43" | Between 1,06 and 1,66 m | Small rooms or lounges |
| 50" | Between 1,2 and 2 meters | Medium rooms |
| 55" | Between 1,36 and 2,13 meters | Medium to large rooms |
| 60" | Between 1,5 and 2,3 meters | Medium to large rooms |
| 65" | Between 1,67 and 2,44 meters | Large rooms |
| 75" | Between 2 and 3 meters | Large rooms or home theater |
| 80" | Medium to large rooms | Large rooms or home theater |
| 83" | Between 3,5 to 4,2 meters | Large and dedicated environments |
Showmetech has a full article on how to choose the ideal screen size for the space you have available. Be sure to check it out.
Display type
When it comes to high-quality displays, especially for gaming, panels OLED e QENG stand out. By 2025, LG is investing in four types of panels: OLED, OLED evo, QENG e QNED evo. They differ as follows:
- OLED and OLED evo: These are LG's best display technologies, ideal for gaming. They deliver absolute blacks, vibrant colors, rates of up to 144 Hz and a response time of 0,1 ms, with almost zero input lag. The version evo brings more efficient materials, up to 70% greater brightness and improvements in color reproduction. The result is sharper images, with high contrast and excellent HDR performance.
- QNED and QNED evo: These are LG screen technologies that combine Mini LED with LCD panels and Quantum Dot technology. They offer high brightness, excellent contrast and more accurate colors. They support up to 120 Hz and have good gaming performance, with low input lag. The version evo brings improvements in local dimming control and optimized brightness, delivering sharper and more detailed images, especially in dark or high-contrast scenes.
Refresh rate
A refresh rate (measured in Hz) shows how many times the image on the screen is refreshed per second. A 120Hz displays twice as many frames per second as one of 60Hz, resulting in much more movements fluid and clear. This is crucial for games, where superior fluidity enables faster reactions and clearer visuals, giving you a competitive edge and minimizing blur. For general use, the experience of scrolling and viewing action scenes also becomes noticeably smoother and more comfortable.
Diego indicates that for a smart TV to be considered a gamer, it needs to have at least a 120Hz refresh rate, but there are other features that can help reduce “image tearing”, also making a model suitable for gaming, even if it does not have a minimum 120Hz refresh rate.
Response time
O response time (measured in milliseconds) is how fast a pixel changes color. How much less the value, the faster the change. A slow response time causes traces or smudges in fast movements. For games, a low response time is crucial, ensuring sharp images without visual artifacts even in frantic actions, with 1ms being ideal for competitiveness. It ensures the clarity of each pixel in motion.
For a gamer Smart TV, the input lag (delay between your command and the action on the screen) and the allm (Auto Low Latency Mode) are essential.
Um low input lag ensures that your commands are almost instantaneous, avoiding the feeling of lag that can cost you a game.
O allm, in turn, is a smart resource that automatically puts your TV into “Game Mode” when you turn on a console, disabling functions that would cause lag without you having to adjust anything. Together, they ensure that your gaming experience is fluid, responsive and competitive.
Tearing prevention
LG Smart TVs launched in 2025 offer robust protection against screen tearing, a common problem in gaming. They feature VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) via HDMI 2.1: for gamers, the VRR is a crucial feature enabled by HDMI 2.1 as it eliminates unwanted “screen tearing” by synchronizing the TV’s refresh rate with that of your device, ensuring flawless images without visual interruptions.
Additionally, models like the OLED Evo G5 are compatible with AMD FreeSync Premium e NVIDIA G-Sync Compatible. This allows the TV to optimize synchronization directly with Xbox consoles or PCs with AMD/NVIDIA graphics cards, preventing tearing and providing a smooth gaming experience, even at high refresh rates (120Hz, 144Hz, or even 165Hz on some models).
HDR & Dolby Vision
In addition to good gaming responsiveness, image quality also improves with technologies like HDR and Dolby Vision. HDR makes colors more vivid and contrast stronger — like when you play at night and can still see what's in the shadows, or when the sun appears on the screen and looks real. HDR10 +, as the name suggests, is the evolution: it adjusts the image scene by scene and is the most used in smart TVs because it is open and freeThis is different from Dolby Vision, which requires companies to pay royalties for its use, which results in a higher final price for the end consumer.
Already Dolby Vision is the direct competitor of HDR10 +. The difference is that it intelligently and dynamically adjusts the image, scene by scene or even frame by frame. While regular HDR sets a fixed brightness and contrast for all content, Dolby Vision constantly adapts. This ensures that every part of the image is optimized for the best possible look, with even deeper blacks and more accurate colors.
Many modern games and consoles, such as the Xbox Series X|S, already support Dolby Vision Gaming, which means that 2025 LG Smart TVs that support this technology will deliver superior visual quality and even greater immersion in your games.
Dolby Atmos
For truly immersive gaming and movie audio on Smart TVs, Dolby Atmos e DTS: X are the main technologies that create three-dimensional sound.
O Dolby Atmos, present in models released in 2025, is the most common and essential. It treats sounds as “objects” that can be positioned in a 3D space, including above you. This means that if a sound comes from above in a game, you will hear it from above, increasing the immersion and even giving competitive advantage when locating enemies. It is widely supported by consoles (such as Xbox Series X|S) and streaming services.
Inputs / Outputs
The doors HDMI 2.1 are essential for modern smart TVs, especially if you are looking for the best gaming experience and high-quality content. They are the technological foundation that enables advanced features such as displaying images in 4K to 120Hz (and up to 8K at 60Hz), resulting in incredibly smooth, blur-free games and movies, ideal for the latest consoles and PCs.
O eARC (Enhanced Audio Return Channel), another feature of HDMI 2.1, allows the TV to send high-quality, uncompressed audio, such as Dolby Atmos, to your soundbar or receiver with just one cable. This ensures an immersive, high-fidelity sound experience without the hassle. Without HDMI 2.1 ports, your Smart TV won’t be able to fully enjoy what the latest generation consoles and high-definition content have to offer, significantly limiting your visual and audio experience.
Advantages of LG
WebOS 25 system
Known for its cleaner interface compared to its competitors, Diego confirms that the new WebOS 25 system It is now even more optimized, featuring significant improvements in speed and fluidity when browsing and launching applications, with optimizations that can make the system up to 60% faster when opening apps and 70% slower when browsing.
This is due to the new processors, which are now more advanced and ready to deliver a better user experience on a daily basis. Features familiar to users return in this new version, such as the intuitive and elegant interface characteristic of the system, with a focus on personalization and organization of content through customizable cards.
New physical controller with fewer buttons
Known for delivering a mouse-like experience, LG's new smart TVs launched in 2025 feature a new, more minimalist remote control. The new model does not have a numeric control, but it does have a dedicated button to activate artificial intelligence features. The accessory also features shortcuts to video streaming services with just one click.
The new controller continues to deliver the same connected experience, but now without the physical number buttons. Customers can still use the virtual number pad, available on the screen. Now, the controller is cleaner, with everything accessible with the movement of a thumb. The microphone button is now an AI button, which still listens to everything people say, but also activates artificial intelligence features with just the press of a button.
Diego Oliveira, TV manager at LG Brazil
Cloud Gaming
NVIDIA GeForce Now
Known to those who already have an LG smart TV, the NVIDIA GeForce Now allows people to play with just an active account Fortnite, Apex Legends, Destiny 2, Rocket League and many others, for free. If you want to have priority in queues, more session time and graphic quality, you can subscribe to the Performance and Pro plans, which cost from R$63,90.
Xbox CloudGaming
Big news for LG smart TVs in 2025: you can now access Xbox Gaming Pass games directly from your big screen via the cloud. The most interesting thing is that with just one active account, you can play all titles, including AAA titles, that would usually only be available on consoles.
As of the closing of this article, there is still no forecast for the new product to arrive in Brazil, but the brand's TV manager in Brazil says that it will soon be available to Brazilians. showmetech has a complete list with the best Game Pass games, be sure to check it out.
In addition to GeForce Now, the big news is the partnership with Xbox. We don't yet have a date for when it will arrive in South America, but it is available in the United States, Canada and Mexico. This increases the availability of gaming apps and the experience for those who want to have fun with the same smart TV that they watch content.
Diego Oliveira, TV manager at LG Brazil.
Support for joystick, mouse or keyboard
Lastly, Diego Oliveira Remember that in addition to wireless controls, it is also possible to connect keyboards and mice to smart TVs thanks to the Bluetooth antenna. For those who would like to have greater mobility, this is important, as it allows it to be used as a monitor even in a home office.
LG Smart TVs (with webOS) allow you to connect multiple devices, expanding their use, especially for gaming. You can pair Xbox (One/Series X|S) and PlayStation (DualShock 4/DualSense for PS5) wireless controllers via Bluetooth directly in the TV settings.
Additionally, it is possible to connect Bluetooth headphones and speakers, wireless keyboards (via USB or dongle), mirror screens from smartphones/tablets (via Miracast/AirPlay) and access media from pendrives/external HDs through the USB ports.
Recommended TVs for gaming (2025 line)
Smart TV LG OLED evo AI G5 4K 2025
The line LG G5 OLED stands out for its pure black levels in each pixel, ensuring impressive contrast, depth and detail. The technology offers 100% color fidelity and volume, providing realistic and accurate colors for an immersive visual experience.
The processor Alpha 11 AI Gen2 optimizes image quality for 4K by utilizing AI engines that perceive objects with pixel-level precision, resulting in stunning colors and remarkable brightness. Thanks to the new light emission structure and lighting control architecture of the Alpha 11 AI Gen2, images are up to 1,5 times brighter compared to conventional OLED TVs.
The new OLED G5s have started to be sold in Brazil in 55″, 65″ and 97″ models. Purchases can now be made on LG’s official website, with the 65-inch model priced at R$ 15.699,00 in up to 12 interest-free installments on your credit card.
Technical specifications – LG OLED evo AI G5 4K 2025 Smart TV
| Córdoba | Smart TV LG OLED evo AI G5 4K 2025 |
| Screen diagonal measurement (inches) | 55″ (OLED55G5PSA) 65″ (OLED65G5PSA) 97″ (OLED97G5PSA) |
| Viewfinder | 4K OLED |
| Image resolution | 3840 x 2160 |
| Native refresh rate | 120 Hz |
| Processor | α11 AI Processor 4K Gen2 |
| Image Enhancement | Dolby Vision HDR10 HLG |
| Operational system | WebOS 25 |
| Output power (RMS) | 60W 4.2 channels |
| audio resources | AI sound Clear dialogue Dolby Atmos Dolby bass boost Night Mode Dolby Volume Leveler EQ with AI Room calibration |
| Wireless connection | Wi-Fi 6 Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Wired connection | HDMI: 4x (1x being HDMI 2.1 with eARC support) USB: 3x LAN: 1x Antenna/Cable Input: 1x Digital Audio Output (Optical): 1x |
| HDR | Dolby Vision HDR10 |
| AMD FreeSync | Yes |
| Size | 1447 * 296 * 894,5 (mm) |
| box size | 1608*145*1000 (without base) |
| Other items included | Remote control quick start guide Leaflet with legal and safety information Cape of energy Metal support Two AAA batteries |
| Price | 55": to be released 65 ″: R$15.699 97": to be released |
Smart TV LG OLED evo AI C5 4K 2025
The LG OLED evo line AI C5 4K for 2025 delivers a high-quality visual and audio experience, powered by the processor α9 AI Gen8. This model stands out for its pure black levels in each pixel, ensuring impressive contrast, depth and detail, as well as 100% color fidelity and volume.
For gaming enthusiasts, the C5 lineup includes G-Sync and FreeSync compatibility, 4K 120 FPS HFR via HDMI and USB, HGIG Mode, Game Optimizer (with Gaming Panel), ALLM, and up to 144Hz refresh rate and ultra-fast response time of less than 0,1 milliseconds.
The line LG OLED-C5 is available in different sizes: 83, 77, 65, 55, 48 and 42 inches. The model can now be purchased on LG's official website in some sizes, starting at R$ 7.299,00 in up to 12x interest-free on credit card.
Technical specifications – LG OLED evo AI C5 4K 2025 Smart TV
| Córdoba | Smart TV LG OLED evo AI C5 4K 2025 |
| Screen diagonal measurement (inches) | 42″ (OLED42C5PSA) 48″ (OLED48C5PSA) 55″ (OLED55C5PSA) 65″ (OLED65C5PSA) 77″ (OLED77C5PSA) |
| Viewfinder | 4K OLED |
| Image resolution | 3840 x 2160 |
| Native refresh rate | 120 Hz |
| Processor | α9 AI Processor 4K Gen8 |
| Image Enhancement | Dolby Vision HDR10 HLG |
| Operational system | WebOS 25 |
| Output power (RMS) | 40W 2.2 channels |
| audio resources | AI sound Clear dialogue Dolby Atmos Dolby bass boost Night Mode Dolby Volume Leveler EQ with AI Room calibration |
| Wireless connection | Wi-Fi 6 Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Wired connection | HDMI: 4x (1x being HDMI 2.1 with eARC support) USB: 3x LAN: 1x Antenna/Cable Input: 1x Digital Audio Output (Optical): 1x |
| HDR | Dolby Vision HDR10 |
| AMD FreeSync | Yes |
| Size | 1447 * 296 * 894,5 (mm) |
| box size | 1608*145*1000 (without base) |
| Other items included | Remote control quick start guide Leaflet with legal and safety information Cape of energy Metal support Two AAA batteries |
| Price | 42" R$7.299 48": to be released 55": to be released 65": R$13.999 77": R$22.999 83": to be released |
Smart TV 4K LG OLED AI B5 2025
Available in 55″, 65″ and 75″, the LG OLED B5 2025 delivers a cinema-quality picture at home, with true-to-life colors and deep blacks that bring dark scenes to life — great for watching movies in the dark. The 120Hz refresh rate ensures smooth gaming and sports. The α8 with AI Picture Pro automatically adjusts brightness, sharpness and depth, making everything clearer and more realistic. And with support for Dolby Vision, HDR10 and HLG, it delivers great quality on virtually any content you watch.
For gamers, the B5 is highly responsive and equipped with features like compatibility G-Sync (NVIDIA) e FreeSync (AMD), HGIG Mode, game optimizer, allm e VRR. In audio, the TV offers 20W of power in a 2.0 channel system with support Dolby AtmosAnd AI SoundPro creates a virtual sound 9.1.2.
LG's new gaming smart TV can be purchased on the brand's official website, from R$ R$ 6.999,00 in up to 12 interest-free installments on your credit card.
Technical specifications – LG OLED AI B4 5 Smart TV 2025K
| Córdoba | Smart TV 4K LG OLED AI B5 2025 |
| Screen diagonal measurement (inches) | 55″ (OLED55B5PSA) 65″ (OLED65B5PSA) 75″ (OLED75B5PSA) |
| Viewfinder | 4K OLED |
| Image resolution | 3840 x 2160 |
| Native refresh rate | 120 Hz |
| Processor | α8 AI Processor 4K Gen2 |
| Image Enhancement | Dolby Vision HDR10 HLG |
| Operational system | WebOS 25 |
| Output power (RMS) | 20W 2.2 channels |
| audio resources | AI sound Clear dialogue Dolby Atmos Dolby bass boost Night Mode Dolby Volume Leveler EQ with AI Room calibration |
| Wireless connection | Wi-Fi 6 Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Wired connection | HDMI: 4x (1x being HDMI 2.1 with eARC support) USB: 3x LAN: 1x Antenna/Cable Input: 1x Digital Audio Output (Optical): 1x |
| HDR | Dolby Vision HDR10 |
| AMD FreeSync | Yes |
| Size | 1447 * 296 * 894,5 (mm) |
| box size | 1608*145*1000 (without base) |
| Other items included | Remote control quick start guide Leaflet with legal and safety information Cape of energy Metal support Two AAA batteries |
| Price | 55 ″: R $ 6.999,00 65": R $ 12.499,00 75": R $ 21.999,00 |
Smart TV LG QNED evo AI 4K QNED MiniLED 2025
The LG QNED evo 2025 Smart TV brings more vivid and realistic images with QNED MiniLED and Dynamic QNED Color technology — ideal for those who like to watch films or series with intense colours, such as animations or natural landscapes.
The native 120Hz refresh rate ensures smooth motion, which makes a difference in both games and live sports, avoiding blur. The α8 AI Processor 4K Gen2 improves the image of older videos with Super Upscaling and adjusts brightness and contrast according to the environment, making everything visible even in very bright rooms. The AI also recognizes the type of content (film, sports, game) and optimizes the image automatically.
The TV is ideal for gaming, with features like FreeSync, ALLM and VRR up to 120Hz, which ensure fluid images — great for fast-paced, competitive matches. Dolby Vision in 4K 120Hz makes graphics more realistic, while HGIG mode and Game Optimizer automatically adjust everything. In terms of sound, Dolby Atmos and AI Sound Pro create an immersive experience, as if the audio is coming from all directions. And with Clear Voice Pro, even dialogue is clear, even with surrounding noise.
The QNED evo 2025 is already being sold in Brazil in sizes of 55″, 65″, 75″ and 86″, from R$ 4.799,00 in up to 12 installments interest free on credit card.
Technical specifications – LG QNED evo AI 4K QNED MiniLED 2025 Smart TV
| Córdoba | Smart TV LG QNED evo AI 4K QNED MiniLED 2025 |
| Screen diagonal measurement (inches) | 55″ (55QNED55ASG) 65″ (55QNED65ASG) 75″ (55QNED75ASG) 86″ (55QNED86ASG) |
| Viewfinder | Mini LEDs |
| Image resolution | 3840 x 2160 |
| Native refresh rate | 120 Hz |
| Processor | α8 AI Processor 4K Gen2 |
| Image Enhancement | Dolby Vision HDR10 HLG |
| Operational system | WebOS 25 |
| Output power (RMS) | 20W 2.0 channels |
| audio resources | AI sound Clear dialogue Dolby Atmos Dolby bass boost Night Mode Dolby Volume Leveler EQ with AI Room calibration |
| Wireless connection | Wi-Fi 6 Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Wired connection | HDMI: 4x (1x being HDMI 2.1 with eARC support) USB: 2x LAN: 1x Antenna/Cable Input: 1x Digital Audio Output (Optical): 1x |
| HDR | Dolby Vision HDR10 |
| AMD FreeSync | Yes |
| Size | 1447 * 296 * 894,5 (mm) |
| box size | 1608*145*1000 (without base) |
| Other items included | Remote control quick start guide Leaflet with legal and safety information Cape of energy Metal support Two AAA batteries |
| Price | 55 ″: R $ 4.799,00 65″: to be released 75 ″: R $ 11.999,00 86″: to be released |
Recommended soundbars for gaming (2025)
LG SQC1 SoundBar (1 box)
A LG SQC1 Sound Bar offers a 2.1 channel audio system with 160W RMS of power, ideal for enhancing the sound experience of your entertainment. Equipped with Bluetooth, it allows wireless music transmission from compatible devices, ensuring practicality.
To optimize sound quality, the SQC1 incorporates technologies such as Auto Sound Engine (ASE), which maintains balanced sound at any volume, and Adaptive Sound Control (ASC), which automatically adjusts audio according to the type of content being played. In addition, it has a wireless subwoofer, providing powerful, deep bass without the need for cables.
In terms of connectivity, the soundbar offers multiple options, including USB and optical inputs. For added convenience, it can be controlled either by its own remote control or by your TV's remote control, and is compatible with a variety of brands such as LG, Sony, Philips and Samsung.
Belonging to the entry-level category, the model can be purchased in Brazil for R$764,09 via Pix on LG's official website.
LG S90TY Soundbar (1 box)
A LG S90TY Sound Bar offers an immersive sound experience with its 5.1.3 channels and 570W RMS of power. Designed to amplify the experience of LG TVs, it supports Dolby Atmos, providing three-dimensional and immersive audio.
Connectivity is a strong point, with compatibility for Spotify Connect, TIDAL Connect, Chromecast e Apple AirPlay2, allowing easy audio streaming. For seamless integration with LG TVs, the S90TY includes the WOWCAST, which enables wireless connection between the soundbar and the TV, and the WOW interface, which allows you to control the soundbar directly from your LG TV.
In addition to its audio and connectivity capabilities, the LG S90TY also demonstrates a commitment to sustainability, being partially manufactured with recycled materials, both the soundbar and its packaging.
For a special period, the intermediate model can be purchased by R $ 3.679,08 on LG's official website.
LG Home Theater Soundbar S95TR (3 boxes)
Closing the details, the S95TR soundbar is a robust home theater system, with a 9.1.5 channel configuration and including rear speakers, designed to amplify the sound experience of LG TVs. It stands out for its spatial sound with triple-level technology and a 6-channel system in the rear speakers, totaling 15 channels.
The soundbar has 5 up-firing speakers and a subwoofer, ensuring wide sound coverage and powerful bass. It supports immersive audio technologies Dolby Atmos e DTS: X, providing a three-dimensional, cinematic audio experience.
For integration with LG TVs, the S95TR offers the WOWCAST for wireless connection, eliminating the need for cables. The WOW interface allows easy and intuitive control directly through the LG TV. In addition, the soundbar incorporates the functionality AI Room Calibration Pro, which optimizes the sound according to the acoustic characteristics of the environment, ensuring the best possible performance.
The model is also on sale and can be purchased on LG's official website by R $ 4.599,08.
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