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Updated January 10, 2024·

If you often watch TV in a bright room, the Samsung Frame Series offers slightly better performance in bright conditions, but it won't deliver as strong contrast for dark room viewing. On the other hand, the Samsung Q80C performs better in darker environments but isn't as equipped for very sunny rooms. For gaming, the Q80C is more responsive, offering a slight edge over the Frame Series — ideal for fast-paced games. Both are good for sports, but the Q80C has a slight advantage here as well. Price-wise, the Frame Series is typically more expensive, so if budget is a concern, the Q80C makes for a more economical choice without compromising much on quality. In terms of aesthetics, the Frame Series is designed to resemble a picture frame, which may appeal to you if you want the TV to blend into your decor. Considering sound quality, both models have similar speaker setups, but the Q80C includes voice command capabilities if that's an important feature for you. Thus, your choice may depend on whether you prioritize a brighter room performance and aesthetics (Frame Series) or better contrast and gaming responsiveness (Q80C), along with how much you're willing to invest. Give Feedback

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Advantages of the Samsung Frame Series (LCD)
  • Very good for cartoons & animation
  • Good reflections
Advantages of the Samsung Q80C (LCD)
  • Very good for gaming
  • Very good motion processing
  • Good viewing angle

Key differences

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Cartoons & Animation

8.1
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7.2
7.2/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.3/10
7.1/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.8/10
8.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.5/10
8.1/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
6.5/10
6.8/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
7.0/10
The Samsung Frame Series (LCD) is very good for cartoons & animation, while the Samsung Q80C (LCD) is good.
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Key similarities

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Picture Quality

7.1
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7.0
7.75/10
CONTRAST
5.55/10
7.1/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.8/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
LED FALD
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
IPS
The Samsung Frame Series (LCD) and Samsung Q80C (LCD) both have good picture quality.

Movies & TV

6.2
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6.1
7.75/10
CONTRAST
5.55/10
6.5/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
4.4/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
7.0/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
No
The Samsung Frame Series (LCD) and Samsung Q80C (LCD) are both only fair for movies & TV.

Sports

6.8
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6.8
7.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.0/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
7.0/10
8.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.5/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung Q80C (LCD) and Samsung Frame Series (LCD) are both only fair for sports.

Gaming

7.8
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8.1
8.2/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
7.8/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
7.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.0/10
0.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
60.0/100
7.0/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.1/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Samsung Q80C (LCD) to be very good for gaming, while the Samsung Frame Series (LCD) is good.

News, Talk, & Other TV

7.5
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7.2
8.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.5/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
7.0/10
The Samsung Frame Series (LCD) and Samsung Q80C (LCD) are both good for news, talk, & other TV.

Bright Room

7.3
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7.2
5.4/10
VIEWING ANGLE
7.7/10
8.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.5/10
6.8/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.3/10
7.8/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
5.9/10
The Samsung Frame Series (LCD) and Samsung Q80C (LCD) are both good for bright room.

Cost

$1,000
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$998
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$400

$600

$800

$1,000

$1,200

$1,400

$1,600

The Samsung Frame Series (LCD) has a price of $1,000 and the Samsung Q80C (LCD) costs $998.

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How the Samsung Frame Series (LCD) and the Samsung Q80C (LCD) compare to other TVs

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Spec Comparison

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Samsung Frame Series (LCD)Samsung Q80C (LCD)
Samsung Frame Series (LCD)Samsung Q80C (LCD)

GENERAL

Price
$1,000
$998
Brand
SamsungSamsung
Release Date
April 3, 2022May 1, 2023
Full name
QN55LS03BQN55Q80C
Screen Size
55"55"
Screen Resolution
4K4K

TV FEATURES

Operating System
TizenTizen
Sound Quality Score
6.6/107.3/10
NextGen Ready
NoNo
HDMI Ports
44
Coax Ports
11

DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES

Picture Quality Score
7.2/107/10
Bright Room Score
7.3/107.3/10
Gaming Score
7.8/108.2/10
Movies & TV Score
6.2/106.2/10
Sports Score
6.8/106.9/10

PHYSICAL

Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D)
27.9" x 48.7" x 1"27.8" x 48.3" x 1.8"
Dimensions with Stand (H x W)
29.3" x 48.7"30.2" x 48.3"
Weight without Stand
37.3 lbsUnknown
VESA Mount
200 x 200200 x 200

DISPLAY

Color Depth
10 bit10 bit
Black Frame Insertion
YesYes
Auto Low Latency Mode
YesYes
Contrast
7.8/105.6/10
Local Dimming
2.5/105.7/10

SOUND

Speaker Setup
2.0.22.2
Speaker Power
40 W40 W
Dolby Atmos
Bypass onlyYes
DTS:X
NoNo

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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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