The author, who previously swore by the Apple TV 4K for the best streaming experience, found a surprising difference in quality when using the built-in streaming apps on their LG C4 OLED TV. While the Apple TV 4K excelled in picture quality, delivering brighter colors, better contrast, and superior HDR performance, the LG’s built-in apps surprisingly offered better sound quality, with clearer dialogue and a fuller, more impactful sound despite the same volume settings. The author noted that while the Apple TV 4K is still superior in terms of visual performance, the LG TV’s native apps offered a more immersive audio experience, challenging the assumption that dedicated streaming devices are always the best choice for both picture and sound quality. This discovery highlighted that built-in TV apps can deliver impressive results, and for some users, they might even outperform a dedicated media streamer in specific areas, especially when audio is prioritized. The comparison ultimately led the author to appreciate that the best choice depends on what’s most important—sound or picture quality—suggesting that users should consider testing both to see which suits their preferences. Continue here.
