The Sony X95J is a more premium choice with generally better picture quality, making it exceptional for watching movies, sports, and using in both dark and especially bright rooms. Its high local dimming and brightness scores suggest great contrast and HDR performance. However, it comes at a higher price.
On the other hand, the LG QNED90 is less expensive and offers very good gaming performance with low input lag and quick response time. It's also quite suitable for bright rooms, but it might not perform as well in dark environments due to its lower contrast and black uniformity.
If you prioritize gaming and are conscious of your budget, the LG QNED90 is a suitable option. For a superior overall viewing experience and if you are comfortable with a higher cost, the Sony X95J is the better choice. Both TVs support key HDR formats and have similar good sound quality, though the Sony has a slight edge. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the LG QNED90 (LCD)
Good viewing angle
Advantages of the Sony X95J (LCD)
Excellent for bright room
Very good for dark room
Very good for movies & TV
Very good for sports
Excellent for news, talk, & other TV
Very good for cartoons & animation
Best in class for upscaling
Best in class motion processing
Very good reflections
Key differences
Picture Quality
7.3/10
8.0/10
5.60/10
CONTRAST
7.50/10
7.4/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.8/10
LED FALD
PANEL TYPE
LED FALD
IPS
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The Sony X95J (LCD) has very good picture quality, while the LG QNED90 (LCD) has good picture quality.
Movies & TV
6.8/10
8.0/10
5.60/10
CONTRAST
7.50/10
5.3/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
6.1/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
No
HDR10+ SUPPORT
No
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The Sony X95J (LCD) is very good for movies & TV, while the LG QNED90 (LCD) is only fair.
The Sony X95J excels in watching movies and cinematic TV due to its higher contrast, more effective local dimming, and better black uniformity, which are crucial for deep blacks and detailed dark scenes. While the LG QNED90 still offers a fair performance with good contrast and local dimming, its lower black uniformity makes it less optimal for those who prioritize picture quality in darker environments.
Sports
6.7/10
8.0/10
7.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
10.0/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
8.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.0/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
8.7/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.9/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Sony X95J (LCD) is very good for sports, while the LG QNED90 (LCD) is only fair.
The Sony X95J excels in sports viewing due to its faster response time and superior motion processing which minimizes blur in fast-moving scenes, along with handling reflections better, ensuring a clear picture even in brightly lit environments. On the other hand, while the LG QNED90 offers decent performance in these areas, it falls short particularly in terms of response time and motion processing, which are very important for watching sports, leading to a less optimal viewing experience.
Cartoons & Animation
7.6/10
8.6/10
7.8/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.7/10
7.4/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.8/10
8.7/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.9/10
7.6/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
8.5/10
5.8/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
8.0/10
The Sony X95J (LCD) is very good for cartoons & animation, while the LG QNED90 (LCD) is good.
News, Talk, & Other TV
8.0/10
9.1/10
8.7/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.9/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
The Sony X95J (LCD) is excellent for news, talk, & other TV, while the LG QNED90 (LCD) is very good.
The LG QNED90 delivers very good upscaling and SDR brightness, which are essential for watching news and talk shows, ensuring that low-resolution content is displayed clearly and the screen remains visible even in well-lit rooms. The Sony X95J, on the other hand, provides excellent upscaling and SDR brightness, with the added advantages of better local dimming and color performance right out of the box, resulting in an even more refined viewing experience for the same type of content.
Bright Room
7.7/10
9.4/10
7.7/10
VIEWING ANGLE
6.0/10
8.7/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.9/10
8.3/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.1/10
6.0/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
8.4/10
The Sony X95J (LCD) is excellent for bright room, while the LG QNED90 (LCD) is good.
The Sony X95J outperforms the LG QNED90 in bright rooms partly because the Sony has better handling of reflections and both TVs have comparably high SDR and HDR brightness. Although both models offer good color gamut and volume, the higher contrast in the Sony X95J also contributes to its excellent performance in bright conditions.
Cost
$2,000
$1,425
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The LG QNED90 (LCD) has a price of $2,000 and the Sony X95J (LCD) costs $1,425.
The Sony X95J (LCD) and LG QNED90 (LCD) are both very good for gaming.
The LG QNED90 and Sony X95J are both great gaming TVs due to their low input lag and quick response times, ensuring smooth, responsive gameplay. While both support a 120Hz refresh rate, making them suitable for high-frame-rate gaming, the differences in their sound quality and LED panel types (IPS for LG, VA for Sony) won’t significantly affect your gaming experience.
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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 Sony
Sony stands as a highly experienced and widely trusted TV manufacturer, earning a reputation that surpasses all others. A Japanese company, Sony has been making TVs for far longs than it has been making Playstation game consoles. Sony's high-end TVs are often regarded as the ultimate choice for videophiles, representing the epitome of quality, albeit at a premium price point. Renowned for their advanced and precise motion handling, as well as their cutting-edge local dimming algorithms, Sony consistently delivers unparalleled performance in these areas. They include Google TV software with all their TV sets, which grants access to the largest selection of apps available and they also include Bravia Core which is a movie streaming platform specifically for Sony TVs that offers higher picture quality by using more bandwidth.
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