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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you highly value picture quality, especially for movies and gaming, and are willing to pay more, the Samsung S95C offers superior performance with slightly better brightness in HDR content and wider viewing angles. However, the LG C2 is usually less expensive and still delivers excellent overall picture quality, with great gaming performance and very good handling of reflections. For usage in a sunny room, the Samsung S95C has a slight edge due to its better handling of brightness and reflections. Both TVs support similar features, but the LG C2 lacks HDMI 2.1, Dolby Vision, and DTS:X support which the Samsung includes, indicating that the Samsung is more future-proof but also comes at a higher price. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the LG C2 (OLED)
- The LG C2 (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 cartoons & animation
- Best in class for use as monitor
- Best in class reflections
Key differences
Picture Quality
8.8
9.5
10.00/10
CONTRAST
10.00/10
7.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
9.3/10
WOLED
PANEL TYPE
RGB OLED
WBE
PANEL SUB-TYPE
QD-OLED
The Samsung S95C (OLED) has best in class picture quality, while the LG C2 (OLED) has very good picture quality.
Gaming
8.9
10.0
10.0/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
10.0/10
8.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.2/10
100.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
100.0/100
8.0/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.8/10
The Samsung S95C (OLED) is best in class for gaming, while the LG C2 (OLED) is very good.
The Samsung S95C is favored for gaming over the LG C2 because it has a higher refresh rate of 144Hz compared to the C2's 120Hz, which makes for smoother visuals during fast-paced gaming. Additionally, while both TVs have 'Best' scores for response time and the LG C2 has a 'Very Good' input lag score, the S95C edges it out with a 'Best' input lag score, ensuring minimal delay between user inputs and on-screen action.
Cartoons & Animation
8.7
9.4
8.3/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
9.2/10
7.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
9.3/10
7.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.8/10
7.9/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
8.8/10
10.0/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
9.8/10
The Samsung S95C (OLED) is excellent for cartoons & animation, while the LG C2 (OLED) is very good.
The Samsung S95C is excellent for watching cartoons and animation due to its outstanding color gamut and color volume which contribute to more vivid and saturated colors, whereas the LG C2 is very good with strong performance in these areas but doesn't quite match the Samsung's superior range and richness of colors. Additionally, both TVs feature perfect contrast and similar SDR brightness, which are important for animated content, but the Samsung S95C edges out with slightly better gray uniformity enhancing the viewing experience for cartoons and animations.
Bright Room
7.8
9.0
9.5/10
VIEWING ANGLE
10.0/10
7.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.8/10
7.5/10
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 C2 (OLED) is good.
The Samsung S95C OLED has a higher HDR brightness which enhances picture quality in bright rooms, and superior reflections handling that reduces glare, making it excellent for bright room viewing. In contrast, the LG C2 OLED, while still providing good SDR and HDR brightness, does not handle reflections as effectively as the Samsung S95C, which slightly reduces its suitability for well-lit environments.
Cost
$1,355
$3,300
$0
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
$5,000
The LG C2 (OLED) has a price of $1,355 and the Samsung S95C (OLED) costs $3,300.
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Key similarities
Movies & TV
9.1
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) and LG C2 (OLED) are both excellent for movies & TV.
The LG C2 excels in watching movies and cinematic TV due to its perfect contrast, excellent local dimming, and perfect black uniformity, which ensure deep blacks and high picture quality, along with good colors out of the box and wide viewing angles. The Samsung S95C also provides an exceptional movie and cinematic experience with the same perfect contrast and black uniformity, enhanced by its OLED screen's ability to turn off individual pixels, and it features better color volume and gray uniformity, which contribute to vibrant images, even in varying shades of color and in different viewing positions.
Sports
8.4
8.7
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.2/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
8.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
8.0/10
7.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.8/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung S95C (OLED) and LG C2 (OLED) are both very good for sports.
The LG C2 excels in sports viewing due to its top-tier response time, excellent handling of reflections, and a very good viewing angle, ensuring clear and smooth motion from various positions in a room. The Samsung S95C matches the LG C2 in response time, offers slightly better motion processing, and has outstanding handling of reflections and a perfect viewing angle, making it a strong contender for sports enthusiasts who appreciate crisp motion and clear visibility from any angle.
News, Talk, & Other TV
9.0
9.1
7.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.8/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
8.0/10
The Samsung S95C (OLED) and LG C2 (OLED) are both excellent for news, talk, & other TV.
The LG C2 provides good upscaling and very good colors out of the box, making it suitable for watching news and TV programs, while the Samsung S95C offers very good upscaling and excellent colors out of the box, enhancing the viewing experience for similar content.
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How the LG C2 (OLED) and the Samsung S95C (OLED) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
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| LG C2 (OLED) | Samsung S95C (OLED) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,355 | $3,300 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | LG | Samsung | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 3, 2022 | February 2, 2023 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | OLED65C2 | 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 | 8.6/10 | 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 | 8.8/10 | 9.5/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 7.8/10 | 9/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 9/10 | 10/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 9.1/10 | 9.5/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 8.5/10 | 8.8/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 32.5" x 56.7" x 1.8" | 32.7" x 56.8" x 0.4" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 34.6" x 56.7" | 35.2" x 56.8" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 32.6 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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David Katzmaier | November 2022
"The C2 offers image quality that's a clear step above any non-OLED TV I've seen. The C2 is rare among high-end TVs in that all four of its HDMI ports support 4K/120, great for hard-core gamers with multiple next-gen devices. The C2 is plenty bright enough for just about any viewing environment. It also outperforms QLED TVs like the Samsung QN90B and TCL 6-Series. That's why I consider the LG C2 the best high-end TV for the money of 2022."
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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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