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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
Cartoons & Animation
8.1
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.
The Samsung Frame Series excels in watching cartoons and animation due to its "Very Good" colors out of the box, ensuring a vibrant and accurate display immediately without the need for calibration, and its "Good" color gamut which enables it to produce a wide range of colors. On the other hand, the Samsung Q80C, while also "Good" in color gamut, provides less impressive initial color accuracy with only "Fair" colors out of the box, so it might require some adjustments for the most accurate colors.
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Key similarities
Picture Quality
7.1
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
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.
The Samsung Frame Series has high contrast and good black uniformity, which enhances deep black scenes in movies, but lack of local dimming means it might not handle contrasting details as well. The Samsung Q80C has wider viewing angles and decent black uniformity, suitable for group viewings, but its lower contrast ratio can result in less impactful dark scenes. Both TVs offer good colors out of the box and color volume, with some variations in gray uniformity, so depending on room setup and seating arrangement, one might be preferable over the other.
Sports
6.8
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.
The Samsung Frame Series TV has a quicker response time which is better for fast-moving sports scenes but it struggles with reflections than the Samsung Q80C which can be distracting in bright rooms. The Q80C offers wider viewing angles, making it a better option for group watching; however, its slower response time and poor motion processing can result in blurrier action during sports. Both TVs have fair gray uniformity which might affect the look of sports fields on the screen.
Gaming
7.8
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.
The Samsung Frame Series has an excellent response time and the best input lag which is ideal for gaming, while the Samsung Q80C also offers the best input lag and a good response time, making it very good for gaming. However, the Q80C's superior black uniformity and viewing angle might contribute to more consistent image quality, particularly for those who view from different angles or in various lighting conditions.
News, Talk, & Other TV
7.5
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.
The Samsung Frame Series excels in upscaling lower resolution content and displays better contrast, which enhances the viewing experience of news and regular TV programs, especially in varied lighting conditions. In comparison, the Samsung Q80C also offers very good SDR brightness and upscaling, but with slightly lower contrast, meaning it might not handle deep black scenes as well, but will still deliver a clear and bright picture for most content..
Bright Room
7.3
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.
The Samsung Frame Series excels in bright rooms because of its very good SDR and HDR brightness and good reflection handling, ensuring a vibrant picture even in sunlight, though it has a lower contrast which may affect deep black levels. The Samsung Q80C, on the other hand, also offers very good SDR brightness and adequate HDR brightness with fair reflection handling, but its superior viewing angle and contrast make it a versatile choice for bright environments where viewers may be off to the side.
Cost
$1,000
$997
$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 $997.
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How the Samsung Frame Series (LCD) and the Samsung Q80C (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
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| Samsung Frame Series (LCD) | Samsung Q80C (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,000 | $997 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Samsung | Samsung | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 3, 2022 | May 1, 2023 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | QN55LS03B | QN55Q80C | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 55" | 55" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Tizen | Tizen | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 6.6/10 | 7.3/10 | |
NextGen Ready | |||
NextGen Ready | No | No | |
HDMI Ports | |||
HDMI Ports | 4 | 4 | |
Coax Ports | |||
Coax Ports | 1 | 1 | |
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Picture Quality Score | |||
Picture Quality Score | 7.2/10 | 7/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 7.3/10 | 7.3/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 7.8/10 | 8.2/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 6.2/10 | 6.2/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.8/10 | 6.9/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
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) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 29.3" x 48.7" | 30.2" x 48.3" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 37.3 lbs | Unknown | |
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 | 5.6/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 2.5/10 | 5.7/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.0.2 | 2.2 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 40 W | 40 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Bypass only | Yes | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | No | |
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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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