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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you are on a budget, the Insignia F30 is a more affordable choice, but it has lower picture quality and doesn't perform as well in bright rooms or dark rooms. It is fine for casual viewing and sports, but its refresh rate is limited to 60Hz which is less ideal for gaming. On the other hand, the Samsung QN90B offers superior picture quality, with a better experience in both bright and dark rooms. It also has higher motion processing capabilities and a 120Hz refresh rate, making it excellent for gaming and watching high-action sports or movies. As a premium option, it is significantly more expensive. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Insignia F30 (LCD)
- The Insignia F30 (LCD) has no clear advantages over the Samsung QN90B (LCD).
Advantages of the Samsung QN90B (LCD)
- Best in class for bright room
- Good for dark room
- Very good for gaming
- Very good for movies & TV
- Good for sports
- Excellent for news, talk, & other TV
- Very good for cartoons & animation
- Very good for use as monitor
- Very good for upscaling
- Very good motion processing
- Excellent reflections
Key differences
Picture Quality
5.6
8.2
4.29/10
CONTRAST
7.00/10
6.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
8.2/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
miniLED FALD
IPS
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The Samsung QN90B (LCD) has very good picture quality, while the Insignia F30 (LCD) has poor picture quality.
Movies & TV
5.3
8.1
4.29/10
CONTRAST
7.00/10
5.5/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
7.0/10
5.5/10
UPSCALING
8.0/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
No
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
No
The Samsung QN90B (LCD) is very good for movies & TV, while the Insignia F30 (LCD) is poor.
Sports
6.0
7.1
2.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.0/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
8.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
5.5/10
UPSCALING
8.0/10
5.4/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.4/10
No
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung QN90B (LCD) is good for sports, while the Insignia F30 (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung QN90B handles reflections much better and has a quicker response time, making fast-moving scenes look clearer during sports, while the Insignia F30 has poorer reflection handling and response time which can lead to more image blur and distractions. Additionally, the QN90B's superior motion processing helps to reduce the stutter or blur during quick gameplay, which is less effective on the Insignia F30, affecting sports watching where smooth motion is key.
Gaming
5.6
8.3
5.8/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
8.3/10
8.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
2.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.0/10
0.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
70.0/100
5.8/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.3/10
The Samsung QN90B (LCD) is very good for gaming, while the Insignia F30 (LCD) is poor.
The Insignia F30 has a lower response time and the same input lag as the Samsung QN90B, but the Samsung QN90B is considered very good for gaming also because of its higher refresh rate that isn't specified for the Insignia F30, indicating that the Samsung is likely better suited for fast-paced gaming where quick screen updates are crucial.
Cartoons & Animation
5.9
8.8
5.9/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.8/10
6.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
8.2/10
5.4/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.4/10
8.1/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
9.5/10
7.5/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.6/10
The Samsung QN90B (LCD) is very good for cartoons & animation, while the Insignia F30 (LCD) is poor.
The Insignia F30 is considered poor for watching cartoons and animation because it displays colors straight out of the box worse and has a limited color gamut, making the images less vibrant and true-to-life. In contrast, the Samsung QN90B is regarded as very good due to its superior color representation straight out of the box and a wider color gamut, enhancing the viewing experience with more accurate and vivid colors.
News, Talk, & Other TV
5.4
9.0
5.4/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.4/10
5.5/10
UPSCALING
8.0/10
The Samsung QN90B (LCD) is excellent for news, talk, & other TV, while the Insignia F30 (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung QN90B excels at watching news and TV programs because it has a higher upscaling quality and brightness, ensuring that even lower resolution content looks clearer and stands out in bright rooms, while the Insignia F30 performs poorly, as its lower upscaling capacity and SDR brightness make it harder for such content to be crisp and vibrant in various lighting conditions.
Bright Room
5.5
9.7
7.2/10
VIEWING ANGLE
7.4/10
5.4/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.4/10
5.6/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.3/10
6.0/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
9.0/10
The Samsung QN90B (LCD) is best in class for bright room, while the Insignia F30 (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung QN90B excels in bright rooms with its superior SDR and HDR brightness and excellent reflection handling, while the Insignia F30 offers poor performance in the same categories, leading to a less optimal viewing experience in well-lit environments.
Cost
$320
$1,600
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Insignia F30 (LCD) has a price of $320 and the Samsung QN90B (LCD) costs $1,600.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Insignia F30 (LCD) | Samsung QN90B (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$320 | $1,600 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Insignia | Samsung | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | September 1, 2022 | March 4, 2022 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | 65F301NA23 | QN65QN90B | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 65" | 65" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Fire OS | Tizen | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 6.9/10 | 8.3/10 | |
NextGen Ready | |||
NextGen Ready | No | Yes | |
HDMI Ports | |||
HDMI Ports | 3 | 4 | |
Coax Ports | |||
Coax Ports | 1 | 1 | |
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Picture Quality Score | |||
Picture Quality Score | 5.7/10 | 8.2/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 5.6/10 | 9.8/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.6/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 5.4/10 | 8.1/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.1/10 | 7.2/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 33.5" x 57.6" x 3.6" | 32.6" x 56.9" x 1" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 35.4" x 57.6" | 35.1" x 56.9" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 46.3 lbs | 53.8 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 400 x 300 | 400 x 300 | |
DISPLAY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Color Depth | |||
Color Depth | 10 bit | 10 bit | |
Black Frame Insertion | |||
Black Frame Insertion | No | Yes | |
Auto Low Latency Mode | |||
Auto Low Latency Mode | No | Yes | |
Contrast | |||
Contrast | 4.3/10 | 7/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 3/10 | 8/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.0 | 4.2.2 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 24 W | 60 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | No | |
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Insignia F30 (LCD)
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Michael Gowan | August 2021
"Still one of the best bargain TVs. The best feature remains its quick and responsive implementation of Fire TV OS and all the goodies that come with it. Having Alexa inside the Insignia 4K Ultra HD Fire TV Edition brings a lot of value, from voice control of TV functions to access to your smart home devices."
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Michael Desjardin | October 2022
"The QN90B delivers one of the brightest pictures we’ve ever seen, showcasing HDR content better than just about every LCD/LED TV on the market. If all you’re planning on doing is watching cable TV, broadcast channels, and a fair share of streaming shows or movies, the QN90B is sure to impress. All four of the QN90B’s HDMI 2.1 ports support 4K gaming at 120fps a centerpiece feature of the Xbox Series X and PlayStation 5."
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About Insignia
Insignia is an in-house brand from BestBuy. It offers a range of TV sets that are lower-end and smaller size. They are manufactured in China by Hisense, which is another TV brand. Insignia TVs use Amazon's Fire OS as the smart TV software, providing users with a highly user-friendly experience.
About Samsung
Samsung, a South Korean electronics manufacturer, holds the title of being the largest global TV vendor in terms of units sold. They offer a diverse lineup of TV products that cater to various budget ranges. A notable achievement in recent years is the development of Quantum Dots, a technology that enhances color reproduction, resulting in richer and more vibrant hues. Samsung TVs are well-regarded for their high manufacturing quality and user-friendly software, making them an excellent choice for consumers seeking an intuitive viewing experience.
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