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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Samsung Frame Series is designed to blend into your home decor with a customizable picture frame look but may not offer the best performance in terms of brightness and color as the Samsung QN90B does. Conversely, the Samsung QN90B offers superior picture quality with higher brightness, which suits well-lit rooms, and has a better viewing angle. However, it may be more expensive. If picture quality is a priority, especially in bright conditions, and you're willing to invest more, the QN90B is a solid choice. If you prefer a TV that doubles as art and blends with the room, and are okay with a decent but not the top-of-the-line picture performance, the Frame Series could fit your aesthetic needs. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Samsung Frame Series (LCD)
- The Samsung Frame Series (LCD) has no clear advantages over the Samsung QN90B (LCD).
Advantages of the Samsung QN90B (LCD)
- Best in class for bright room
- Good for dark room
- Very good for gaming
- Very good for movies & TV
- Good for sports
- Excellent for news, talk, & other TV
- Very good for use as monitor
- Very good for upscaling
- Very good motion processing
- Good viewing angle
- Excellent reflections
Key differences
Picture Quality
7.1
8.2
7.75/10
CONTRAST
7.00/10
7.1/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
8.2/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
miniLED FALD
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The Samsung QN90B (LCD) has very good picture quality, while the Samsung Frame Series (LCD) has good picture quality.
Movies & TV
6.2
8.1
7.75/10
CONTRAST
7.00/10
6.5/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
7.0/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
8.0/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
No
The Samsung QN90B (LCD) is very good for movies & TV, while the Samsung Frame Series (LCD) is only fair.
Gaming
6.1
8.8
8.2/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
8.3/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
7.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.0/10
0.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
70.0/100
7.0/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.3/10
The Samsung QN90B (LCD) is very good for gaming, while the Samsung Frame Series (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung Frame Series is good for gaming due to its very good response time and best input lag, ensuring smooth and responsive gameplay. The Samsung QN90B, however, is considered very good for gaming as it shares these qualities but also offers additional gaming features and potentially higher performance that may provide a slightly more immersive gaming experience.
Cartoons & Animation
8.1
8.8
7.2/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.8/10
7.1/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
8.2/10
8.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.4/10
8.1/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
9.5/10
6.8/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.6/10
The Samsung QN90B (LCD) and Samsung Frame Series (LCD) are both very good for cartoons & animation, though the Samsung QN90B (LCD) is somewhat better.
News, Talk, & Other TV
7.5
9.0
8.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.4/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
8.0/10
The Samsung QN90B (LCD) is excellent for news, talk, & other TV, while the Samsung Frame Series (LCD) is good.
The Samsung QN90B delivers excellent performance for news and TV programs due to superior upscaling and high SDR brightness, which enhance clarity and visibility, while its colors appear vibrant right out of the packaging. On the other hand, the Samsung Frame Series is also good for such content owing to decent upscaling and SDR brightness, but its out-of-the-box colors and color gamut are comparatively less impressive, affecting the immediate viewing experience.
Bright Room
7.3
9.7
5.4/10
VIEWING ANGLE
7.4/10
8.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.4/10
6.8/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.3/10
7.8/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
9.0/10
The Samsung QN90B (LCD) is best in class for bright room, while the Samsung Frame Series (LCD) is good.
The Samsung Frame Series performs well in bright rooms due to its very good SDR brightness and good handling of reflections, while the Samsung QN90B is considered the best for bright rooms because it delivers excellent SDR and HDR brightness and has excellent reflection handling, which might make it a preferable choice for sunlit spaces despite the difference in contrast and color features between the two.
Cost
$798
$998
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The Samsung Frame Series (LCD) has a price of $798 and the Samsung QN90B (LCD) costs $998.
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Key similarities
Sports
6.8
7.1
7.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.0/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
8.0/10
8.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.4/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Samsung QN90B (LCD) to be good for sports, while the Samsung Frame Series (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung QN90B has a higher reflections handling capability compared to the Samsung Frame Series, making it a better choice for viewing in bright rooms; it also offers a wider range of viewing angles, which is beneficial if you often watch sports with a group. However, the Samsung Frame Series, while not as capable in handling reflections and with more limited viewing angles, has a unique design that allows it to blend into room decor by displaying art when not in use.
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Spec Comparison
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| Samsung Frame Series (LCD) | Samsung QN90B (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$798 | $998 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Samsung | Samsung | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2022 | March 1, 2022 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | QN43LS03B | QN43QN90B | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 43" | 43" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Tizen | Tizen | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 6.6/10 | 8.3/10 | |
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 | 7.2/10 | 8.2/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 7.3/10 | 9.8/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 6.2/10 | 8.9/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 6.2/10 | 8.1/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.8/10 | 7.2/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 22" x 38.2" x 1" | 22" x 37.8" x 1.1" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 23.3" x 38.2" | 24.5" x 37.8" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 19.0 lbs | 20.3 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 200 x 200 | 200 x 200 | |
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 | 7.8/10 | 7/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 2.5/10 | 8/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.0 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 20 W | 20 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Bypass only | Yes | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | No | |
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Michael Desjardin | October 2022
"The QN90B delivers one of the brightest pictures we’ve ever seen, showcasing HDR content better than just about every LCD/LED TV on the market. If all you’re planning on doing is watching cable TV, broadcast channels, and a fair share of streaming shows or movies, the QN90B is sure to impress. All four of the QN90B’s HDMI 2.1 ports support 4K gaming at 120fps a centerpiece feature of the Xbox Series X and PlayStation 5."
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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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