If you prefer a more affordable TV and are willing to compromise slightly on picture quality and performance in a bright room, the LG QNED90 may be suitable for you. It offers good gaming performance and is decent for viewing sports and in well-lit environments.
On the other hand, if you're prepared to spend more for a higher overall picture quality, particularly better performance in dark and bright rooms, and superior sound quality, the Sony X95K is an excellent choice. It also delivers better performance for sports and movies, but comes at a premium cost, typically being significantly more expensive than the LG option. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the LG QNED90 (LCD)
Good viewing angle
Advantages of the Sony X95K (LCD)
Best in class 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 X95K (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 X95K (LCD) is very good for movies & TV, while the LG QNED90 (LCD) is only fair.
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
9.1/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Sony X95K (LCD) is very good for sports, while the LG QNED90 (LCD) is only fair.
The Sony X95K is considered very good for watching sports partly because of its very good response time and motion processing, which means faster scene changes look smoother, and it handles reflections better ensuring a clearer picture during the day. The LG QNED90, though fair for sports, falls short with only good ratings in response time and motion processing, with slightly less effective handling of reflections and a narrower viewing angle which can affect the visibility for those not sitting directly in front of the TV..
Cartoons & Animation
7.6/10
8.7/10
7.8/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.7/10
7.4/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.8/10
8.7/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.1/10
7.6/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
8.5/10
5.8/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
8.0/10
The Sony X95K (LCD) is very good for cartoons & animation, while the LG QNED90 (LCD) is good.
The LG QNED90 is acknowledged as good for cartoons and animation due to its commendable color performance straight out of the box, and a satisfactory color gamut, ensuring vivid and varied hues. Conversely, the Sony X95K is rated very good in this aspect because of its superior color accuracy from the start and an equally capable color gamut, giving it an edge in displaying animated content with more precise and richer colors.
News, Talk, & Other TV
8.0/10
9.1/10
8.7/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.1/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
The Sony X95K (LCD) is excellent for news, talk, & other TV, while the LG QNED90 (LCD) is very good.
The LG QNED90 is very good for watching news and TV programs thanks to its very good upscaling and SDR brightness, complemented by good colors out of the box, while the Sony X95K excels in these areas with excellent SDR brightness and upscaling, and very good colors out of the box; both have local dimming and color gamut that further enrich the viewing experience with the Sony X95K offering a better contrast.
Bright Room
7.7/10
9.5/10
7.7/10
VIEWING ANGLE
6.0/10
8.7/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.1/10
8.3/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.1/10
6.0/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
8.4/10
The Sony X95K (LCD) is best in class for bright room, while the LG QNED90 (LCD) is good.
The Sony X95K performs better in a bright room because it handles reflections very well and delivers both SDR and HDR content with superior brightness. The LG QNED90, while good for bright rooms, is not as effective at handling reflections and has slightly lower brightness in SDR and HDR, but it offers a wide color volume and gamut which are important for accurate and vibrant colors.
Cost
$2,000
$2,798
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
$4,500
The LG QNED90 (LCD) has a price of $2,000 and the Sony X95K (LCD) costs $2,798.
The Sony X95K (LCD) and LG QNED90 (LCD) are both very good for gaming.
Both the LG QNED90 and the Sony X95K provide a smooth gaming experience due to their quick response times, low input lag, and high refresh rates, which are essential for fast-paced games. The Sony X95K stands out with even lower input lag and a higher response time rating, making it a strong choice for gamers demanding the most fluid and responsive gameplay.
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How the LG QNED90 (LCD) and the Sony X95K (LCD) compare to other TVs
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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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