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Updated January 12, 2024·
The LG B3 OLED delivers exceptional picture quality, perfect for movies and gaming, with better performance in darker environments due to its OLED display offering perfect blacks. However, in a bright room, its performance may not be as good compared to the Samsung QN95B LCD, which has a brighter display that combats glare more effectively. The Samsung QN95B also has a higher refresh rate which can be advantageous for gaming. Although the LG B3 generally costs less, the Samsung QN95B includes a One Connect Box for easier cable management and may offer additional features that justify its higher price. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the LG B3 (OLED)
- Excellent for dark room
- Excellent for movies & TV
- Very good for sports
- Best in class viewing angle
Advantages of the Samsung QN95B (LCD)
- Best in class for bright room
- Excellent for news, talk, & other TV
- Excellent for cartoons & animation
- Very good for upscaling
Key differences
Picture Quality
8.8
8.3
10/10
CONTRAST
7.00/10
8.1/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
8.3/10
WOLED
PANEL TYPE
miniLED FALD
WBC
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The LG B3 (OLED) and Samsung QN95B (LCD) both have very good picture quality, though the LG B3 (OLED) has somewhat better picture quality.
Movies & TV
9.2
8.1
10/10
CONTRAST
7.00/10
10.0/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
7.2/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
8.0/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
No
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
No
The LG B3 (OLED) is excellent for movies & TV, while the Samsung QN95B (LCD) is very good.
The LG B3 OLED is excellent for movies because it goes pitch black for perfect contrast and uniformity, aiding dark room viewing, but limited peak brightness might not stand out in bright rooms. The Samsung QN95B LCD excels with its higher brightness, which is better for well-lit environments, but its contrast and black uniformity fall short compared to the LG's OLED, which affects its ability to display deep blacks.
Sports
8.3
7.2
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.0/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
8.0/10
7.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
10.0/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The LG B3 (OLED) is very good for sports, while the Samsung QN95B (LCD) is good.
The LG B3 is highly recommended for watching sports due to its exceptional response time and motion processing, which ensure smooth action, and because it offers very good reflections handling and wide viewing angles, making it great for a group of people watching from different positions. In comparison, the Samsung QN95B is good for sports with very good response time and excellent reflections handling as well; however, it has narrower viewing angles and slightly less effective motion processing, meaning the quality drops a bit when viewed from the side or during fast-paced scenes.
News, Talk, & Other TV
8.3
9.0
7.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
10.0/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
8.0/10
The Samsung QN95B (LCD) is excellent for news, talk, & other TV, while the LG B3 (OLED) is very good.
The LG B3 OLED is proficient for viewing news and talk shows due to its perfect black uniformity and excellent upscaling, but with only good SDR brightness, it is less suited for very bright rooms. In contrast, the Samsung QN95B LCD excels in the same content partly because of its superior SDR brightness, ideal for bright environments, and also boasts excellent upscaling, aiding in clearer images from lower-quality sources.
Bright Room
7.3
9.8
9.5/10
VIEWING ANGLE
6.8/10
7.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
10.0/10
7.2/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.4/10
9.2/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
9.2/10
The Samsung QN95B (LCD) is best in class for bright room, while the LG B3 (OLED) is good.
The Samsung QN95B LCD has higher SDR and HDR brightness levels and handles reflections just as well as the LG B3 OLED, making it superior for bright-room viewing. Although both have excellent reflection handling, the exceptional brightness of the Samsung enhances visibility whereas the LG B3, despite its perfect contrast and very good color performance, may not be as bright.
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Key similarities
Gaming
8.9
8.8
9.4/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
8.3/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.0/10
100.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
70.0/100
7.5/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.3/10
The LG B3 (OLED) and Samsung QN95B (LCD) are both very good for gaming.
The LG B3 OLED TV offers excellent response time and the best input lag performance, making it well-suited for gaming that demands quick reflexes and minimal delay between controller inputs and on-screen action. Meanwhile, the Samsung QN95B LCD TV also has a high response time and input lag performance, along with a higher refresh rate at 144Hz, which can provide smoother gameplay, particularly beneficial in fast-paced games.
Cartoons & Animation
8.7
9.0
8.3/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
8.0/10
8.1/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
8.3/10
7.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
10.0/10
8.5/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
9.5/10
9.5/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
7.7/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Samsung QN95B (LCD) to be excellent for cartoons & animation, while the LG B3 (OLED) is very good.
The Samsung QN95B (LCD) is rated as having the best colors out of the box, which may make animations appear exceptionally vibrant and true to the creators' intents without the need for adjustment. In contrast, while the LG B3 (OLED) is rated very good for colors out of the box and boasts a perfect color gamut that ensures a wide range of colors, it doesn't match the Samsung's out-of-the-box color performance, but offers an equally impressive viewing experience for cartoons and animation.
Cost
$1,500
$1,497
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The LG B3 (OLED) has a price of $1,500 and the Samsung QN95B (LCD) costs $1,497.
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How the LG B3 (OLED) and the Samsung QN95B (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
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| LG B3 (OLED) | Samsung QN95B (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,500 | $1,497 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | LG | Samsung | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 2, 2023 | May 2, 2022 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | OLED65B3 | 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 | 7/10 | 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 | 8.9/10 | 8.3/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 7.4/10 | 9.9/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 9/10 | 8.9/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 9.3/10 | 8.2/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 8.3/10 | 7.3/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 32.8" x 57" x 1.8" | 32.7" x 57" x 0.7" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 34.2" x 57" | 35.4" x 57" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 52.9 lbs | 49.2 lbs | |
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 | Yes | Yes | |
Auto Low Latency Mode | |||
Auto Low Latency Mode | Yes | Yes | |
Contrast | |||
Contrast | 10/10 | 7/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 10/10 | 8/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.0 | 4.2.2 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 20 W | 70 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Bypass only | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | No | |
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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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