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Updated January 10, 2024·
The LG NANO90 is less expensive and offers good gaming performance. However, its picture quality in dark rooms is not as strong. The Samsung QN95B is more expensive but provides significantly better picture quality overall, especially in bright rooms and for watching movies. It also excels in gaming. If budget is a concern and you play a lot of games, consider the LG NANO90. If you're looking for superior picture quality and performance in various lighting conditions and can invest more, the Samsung QN95B would be a better choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the LG NANO90 (LCD)
- The LG NANO90 (LCD) has no clear advantages over the Samsung QN95B (LCD).
Advantages of the Samsung QN95B (LCD)
- Best in class for bright room
- Good for dark room
- Very good for movies & TV
- Good for sports
- Excellent for news, talk, & other TV
- Excellent for cartoons & animation
- Very good for use as monitor
- Very good for upscaling
- Very good motion processing
- Excellent reflections
Key differences
Picture Quality
6.1
8.3
5.28/10
CONTRAST
7.00/10
6.6/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
8.3/10
LED FALD
PANEL TYPE
miniLED FALD
IPS
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The Samsung QN95B (LCD) has very good picture quality, while the LG NANO90 (LCD) has only fair picture quality.
Movies & TV
5.6
8.1
5.28/10
CONTRAST
7.00/10
5.3/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
7.2/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
8.0/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
No
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
No
The Samsung QN95B (LCD) is very good for movies & TV, while the LG NANO90 (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung QN95B excels in movie and cinematic TV watching due to its superior contrast, effective local dimming, and excellent black uniformity, which are crucial for dark scene reproduction. In contrast, the LG NANO90 falls short with lower contrast, less capable local dimming, and poorer black uniformity, which can make darker scenes appear washed out.
Gaming
8.0
8.8
7.6/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
8.3/10
8.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
7.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.0/10
50.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
70.0/100
7.6/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.3/10
The Samsung QN95B (LCD) and LG NANO90 (LCD) are both very good for gaming, though the Samsung QN95B (LCD) is somewhat better.
Cartoons & Animation
5.6
9.0
6.5/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
8.0/10
6.6/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
8.3/10
7.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
10.0/10
4.3/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
9.5/10
5.9/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
7.7/10
The Samsung QN95B (LCD) is excellent for cartoons & animation, while the LG NANO90 (LCD) is poor.
The LG NANO90 struggles with watching cartoons and animation due to poor color accuracy out of the box and a fair color gamut, which can lead to less vibrant and true-to-life colors. In contrast, the Samsung QN95B excels in the same area with excellent color accuracy out of the box and a very good color gamut, resulting in rich and vivid portrayal of animated content.
News, Talk, & Other TV
6.4
9.0
7.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
10.0/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
8.0/10
The Samsung QN95B (LCD) is excellent for news, talk, & other TV, while the LG NANO90 (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung QN95B excels in delivering news and talk shows due to its superior SDR brightness and excellent upscaling which ensure clear pictures even from lower resolution content. On the other hand, the LG NANO90 is rated lower in these aspects, and with less impressive colors out of the box, it provides an overall less vibrant and clear viewing experience for standard definition programming.
Bright Room
6.9
9.8
6.3/10
VIEWING ANGLE
6.8/10
7.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
10.0/10
7.2/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.4/10
8.0/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
9.2/10
The Samsung QN95B (LCD) is best in class for bright room, while the LG NANO90 (LCD) is only fair.
The LG NANO90 provides fair performance in bright rooms, with a good level of SDR and HDR brightness, and very good handling of reflections; however, its contrast is moderate, which may not suit all bright environments. The Samsung QN95B excels in bright room viewing with the best SDR brightness and excellent HDR brightness, paired with excellent reflection handling, and its higher contrast enhances visibility in well-lit areas.
Cost
$1,719
$1,497
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The LG NANO90 (LCD) has a price of $1,719 and the Samsung QN95B (LCD) costs $1,497.
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Key similarities
Sports
6.8
7.2
7.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.0/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
8.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
8.0/10
7.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
10.0/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Samsung QN95B (LCD) to be good for sports, while the LG NANO90 (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung QN95B delivers a compelling sports watching experience with a response time and motion processing that outperform the LG NANO90, resulting in clearer fast-moving images. Additionally, the QN95B has better handling of reflections and wider viewing angles which makes it more suitable for group viewings in bright rooms.
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How the LG NANO90 (LCD) and the Samsung QN95B (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
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| LG NANO90 (LCD) | Samsung QN95B (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,719 | $1,497 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | LG | Samsung | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 2, 2021 | May 2, 2022 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | 65NANO90 | QN65QN95B | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 65" | 65" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | webOS | Tizen | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 6.4/10 | 8.9/10 | |
NextGen Ready | |||
NextGen Ready | No | Yes | |
HDMI Ports | |||
HDMI Ports | 4 | 4 | |
Coax Ports | |||
Coax Ports | 1 | 1 | |
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Picture Quality Score | |||
Picture Quality Score | 6.1/10 | 8.3/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 7/10 | 9.9/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8/10 | 8.9/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 5.6/10 | 8.2/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.8/10 | 7.3/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 33" x 57.2" x 1.8" | 32.7" x 57" x 0.7" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 35.6" x 57.2" | 35.4" x 57" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 62.2 lbs | 49.2 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 400 x 400 | 400 x 300 | |
DISPLAY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Color Depth | |||
Color Depth | 10 bit | 10 bit | |
Black Frame Insertion | |||
Black Frame Insertion | Yes | Yes | |
Auto Low Latency Mode | |||
Auto Low Latency Mode | Yes | Yes | |
Contrast | |||
Contrast | 5.3/10 | 7/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 5.2/10 | 8/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.2 | 4.2.2 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 40 W | 70 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Bypass only | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | No | |
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John Archer | July 2021
"Here we have HDR pictures that look bright, but also manage to typically hit decently deep black levels.WebOS continues, though, to be one of the easiest to use. Connections are strong for a mid-range TV. Native 4K pictures look crisp and detailed."
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John Archer | March 2022
"Picture quality is fantastic truly mind-bogglingly good. It also plays into the screen’s gorgeous color performance, as spectacularly rich, vibrant tones now look both more consistently natural and balanced. With its extreme brightness and vibrant Quantum Dot color system, the QN95B delivers a dazzling demonstration of just how much of a difference HDR can make to picture quality."
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About LG
LG, a prominent TV brand from Korea, has played a significant role in popularizing OLED TVs. OLED technology is hailed as the future of TV technology. Their TVs employ WebOS, a proprietary smart TV software that not only offers seamless functionality but also includes gaming-specific features, earning praise from players worldwide. Often regarded as the gateway to unparalleled viewing experiences, LG's mid-range OLEDs come highly recommended, making them a worthwhile investment for those willing to stretch their budget for superior quality.
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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