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If you've been looking to upgrade your living room or home theater with a high-end OLED TV, LG is one of the top brands you can choose. With the release of the new C6 OLED, the brand continues to prove why it deserves to be number one, but is the yearly refresh worth spending the extra money?

On the surface, the C5 and C6 don't seem all that different, with similar smart features and tech specs. But the main differences lie in the improved Alpha processor and support for robust AI programs like Copilot. I've broken down each upgrade and hardware refresh to help you decide which is the best fit for your needs and your budget.

With the LG C5 being a generation behind, it's much more likely to see sales and discounts than its successor, the C6. If you keep a sharp eye on deals pages at your favorite retailers, you can sometimes snag the C5 for as much as 50% off during big sale events. Saving on your new OLED TV means you'll have extra cash to round out your home theater with custom audio, game consoles, or even lighting effects.