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Updated January 10, 2024·
The LG A1 is an older model and generally less expensive than the Samsung S95C. It offers good overall picture quality, especially in dark rooms, but isn't as bright, making it less ideal for sunny rooms. The A1 also has lower gaming performance and fewer HDMI ports. On the other hand, the Samsung S95C is a newer, high-end model with superior picture quality, better gaming performance due to higher refresh rate, and it's brighter, which is better for light-filled rooms. It has more HDMI ports and built-in voice commands for accessibility. If budget is a concern and you primarily watch movies in dark settings, the LG A1 may be a suitable option. If you're looking for a premium experience, with gaming and bright-room viewing in mind, the Samsung S95C would be a better choice despite the higher cost. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the LG A1 (OLED)
- The LG A1 (OLED) has no clear advantages over the Samsung S95C (OLED).
Advantages of the Samsung S95C (OLED)
- Excellent for bright room
- Best in class for dark room
- Best in class for gaming
- Excellent for movies & TV
- Excellent for news, talk, & other TV
- Excellent for cartoons & animation
- Best in class for use as monitor
- Best in class viewing angle
- Best in class reflections
Key differences
Picture Quality
8.2
9.5
10.00/10
CONTRAST
10.00/10
7.1/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
9.3/10
WOLED
PANEL TYPE
RGB OLED
WBC
PANEL SUB-TYPE
QD-OLED
The Samsung S95C (OLED) has best in class picture quality, while the LG A1 (OLED) has very good picture quality.
Movies & TV
8.9
9.4
10.00/10
CONTRAST
10.00/10
10.0/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
10.0/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
8.0/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
No
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
No
The Samsung S95C (OLED) is excellent for movies & TV, while the LG A1 (OLED) is very good.
The LG A1 OLED delivers a very good movie and cinematic TV experience, primarily due to its perfect contrast, effective local dimming, and excellent black uniformity, creating deep blacks and good detail in dark scenes. The Samsung S95C, on the other hand, offers an even better experience with added strengths such as impeccable viewing angles, vibrant colors straight out of the box, and a higher color volume, enriching the overall image quality especially in bright and diverse content.
Sports
8.0
8.7
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.2/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
8.0/10
6.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.8/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung S95C (OLED) and LG A1 (OLED) are both very good for sports, though the Samsung S95C (OLED) is somewhat better.
The LG A1 OLED excels in watching sports due to its excellent response time and good motion processing which minimizes blur, along with its wide viewing angles and very good reflection handling, ensuring a consistent image from different seating positions and in rooms with some light. The Samsung S95C OLED, on the other hand, shares similar strengths in response time and reflection handling, while offering a slightly better motion processing capability, as well as delivering wide viewing angles, making it equally well-suited for sports viewing; both sets have decent gray uniformity, which is less critical but still relevant for an even playing field appearance.
Gaming
7.0
10.0
9.0/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
10.0/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.2/10
100.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
100.0/100
6.3/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.8/10
The Samsung S95C (OLED) is best in class for gaming, while the LG A1 (OLED) is good.
The LG A1 has excellent response time and the best input lag, making it good for gaming, whereas the Samsung S95C has the best response time and input lag, and also a higher refresh rate, making it the best choice for gaming and more demanding scenarios.
Cartoons & Animation
8.0
9.4
8.0/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
9.2/10
7.1/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
9.3/10
6.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.8/10
7.1/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
8.8/10
9.2/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
9.8/10
The Samsung S95C (OLED) is excellent for cartoons & animation, while the LG A1 (OLED) is very good.
The LG A1 is rated as 'good' with colors out-of-the-box and has a 'very good' color gamut, which means it displays cartoons and animations with accurate and vibrant colors without much adjustment. In contrast, the Samsung S95C not only shows colors excellently out-of-the-box but also boasts an 'excellent' color gamut, ensuring a wider range of colors and more lifelike animation, hence providing a superior visual experience for those genres.
News, Talk, & Other TV
8.4
9.1
6.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.8/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
8.0/10
The Samsung S95C (OLED) is excellent for news, talk, & other TV, while the LG A1 (OLED) is very good.
The LG A1 delivers a fair level of SDR brightness and presents colors out of the box, color gamut, and local dimming at a good to very good level, making it suitable for watching news and TV programs. On the other hand, the Samsung S95C offers superior SDR brightness and excels in colors out of the box, color gamut, and local dimming, leading to an excellent visual experience for the same content.
Bright Room
6.6
9.0
8.8/10
VIEWING ANGLE
10.0/10
6.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.8/10
6.1/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.5/10
8.8/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
10.0/10
The Samsung S95C (OLED) is excellent for bright room, while the LG A1 (OLED) is only fair.
The LG A1 performs fairly in bright rooms partly because it only offers fair SDR and HDR brightness and its reflection handling is rated very good, which may not be sufficient for overly lit environments. On the other hand, the Samsung S95C excels in these conditions due to its good SDR and excellent HDR brightness, combined with the best reflection handling, making it more adept at dealing with ambient light.
Cost
$1,100
$3,300
$0
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
$5,000
The LG A1 (OLED) has a price of $1,100 and the Samsung S95C (OLED) costs $3,300.
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How the LG A1 (OLED) and the Samsung S95C (OLED) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| LG A1 (OLED) | Samsung S95C (OLED) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,100 | $3,300 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | LG | Samsung | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 3, 2021 | February 2, 2023 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | OLED65A1 | QN65S95C | |
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 | 6.6/10 | 8/10 | |
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 | 8.3/10 | 9.5/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 6.7/10 | 9/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 7/10 | 10/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 8.9/10 | 9.5/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 8/10 | 8.8/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 32.7" x 57" x 1.8" | 32.7" x 56.8" x 0.4" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 35.1" x 57" | 35.2" x 56.8" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 52.2 lbs | Unknown | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 300 x 200 | 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 | Yes | Yes | |
Contrast | |||
Contrast | 10/10 | 10/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 10/10 | 10/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.0 | 4.2.2 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 20 W | 70 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | No | |
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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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