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Updated January 10, 2024·
The LG C1 is usually less expensive than the Samsung S95C and still offers excellent overall picture quality, making it a cost-effective choice for a variety of content. However, if you're considering cutting-edge technology and are willing to invest more, the Samsung S95C offers superior brightness, which may be better for bright rooms, and better picture quality for movies, sports, gaming, and animation. It also provides a better viewing angle and higher sound quality, with the added bonus of having a higher refresh rate screen suitable for gaming. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the LG C1 (OLED)
- The LG C1 (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
8.5
9.5
10.00/10
CONTRAST
10.00/10
7.2/10
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 C1 (OLED) has very good picture quality.
Gaming
9.0
10.0
10.0/10
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
7.2/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.8/10
The Samsung S95C (OLED) is best in class for gaming, while the LG C1 (OLED) is excellent.
The LG C1 has top-notch response time and input lag, making it excellent for gaming at a refresh rate of 120Hz. In contrast, the Samsung S95C not only matches the LG C1 in response time and input lag but also offers a higher refresh rate of 144Hz, which can provide an even smoother gaming experience.
Cartoons & Animation
8.2
9.4
8.1/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
9.2/10
7.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
9.3/10
7.0/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.8/10
7.2/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
8.8/10
9.6/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
9.8/10
The Samsung S95C (OLED) is excellent for cartoons & animation, while the LG C1 (OLED) is very good.
The Samsung S95C is excellent for watching cartoons and animation because it has an excellent color gamut and color volume, ensuring vibrant and wide-ranging colors. In comparison, the LG C1, while very good, has slightly lower performance in these areas, resulting in less saturated colors and a narrower range of shades.
News, Talk, & Other TV
8.6
9.1
7.0/10
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 C1 (OLED) is very good.
The LG C1 delivers a very good experience for watching news and TV programs, with strong upscaling capabilities that ensure lower resolution content looks sharp, and offers good SDR brightness to handle most lighting conditions. In comparison, the Samsung S95C provides an excellent viewing experience, particularly with its more striking colors straight out of the box and an enhanced color gamut, which makes images more vivid, though they are both evenly matched in upscaling performance.
Bright Room
7.1
9.0
9.3/10
VIEWING ANGLE
10.0/10
7.0/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.8/10
7.0/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.5/10
9.2/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
10.0/10
The Samsung S95C (OLED) is excellent for bright room, while the LG C1 (OLED) is good.
The Samsung S95C provides a better viewing experience in bright rooms compared to the LG C1 thanks to its higher HDR brightness and superior handling of reflections. Both TVs have perfect contrast and a wide color gamut which enhances image quality, but the brighter screen and better reflection handling make the Samsung S95C more suitable for well-lit environments.
Cost
$1,349
$3,300
$0
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
$5,000
The LG C1 (OLED) has a price of $1,349 and the Samsung S95C (OLED) costs $3,300.
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Key similarities
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
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Samsung S95C (OLED) to be excellent for movies & TV, while the LG C1 (OLED) is very good.
The LG C1 provides a very good experience for watching movies and cinematic TV due to its excellent contrast, perfect black uniformity, and effective local dimming which are key for dark room viewing, although its out-of-the-box colors and gray uniformity are slightly less impressive. On the other hand, the Samsung S95C excels in these categories, offering even better performance with perfect contrast and black uniformity due to its advanced OLED panel, and it stands out with exceptional out-of-the-box colors, color volume, and viewing angles, making it ideal for a premium viewing experience.
Sports
8.3
8.7
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.2/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
8.0/10
7.0/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.8/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung S95C (OLED) and LG C1 (OLED) are both very good for sports.
The LG C1 and Samsung S95C both excel in watching sports due to their top-tier response time, which minimizes motion blur, and their exceptional motion processing that keeps fast action clear. Additionally, both TVs handle reflections well, ensuring a good viewing experience in bright rooms, and provide wide viewing angles perfect for watching with a group; the Samsung S95C, with its slightly better performance, is ideal for even wider seating arrangements and brighter rooms. Gray uniformity, which is somewhat important, is also commendable on both sets.
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How the LG C1 (OLED) and the Samsung S95C (OLED) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
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| LG C1 (OLED) | Samsung S95C (OLED) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,349 | $3,300 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | LG | Samsung | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 3, 2021 | February 2, 2023 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | OLED65C1 | 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 | 7.8/10 | 8/10 | |
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 | 8.5/10 | 9.5/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 7.2/10 | 9/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 9/10 | 10/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 9/10 | 9.5/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 8.4/10 | 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) | 33.9" x 57" | 35.2" x 56.8" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 52.9 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 | Yes | 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 | 2.2 | 4.2.2 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 40 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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