If you often watch TV in a bright room, the Samsung QN90A is a better choice as it has superior performance in well-lit environments. For gamers, the QN90A is also a better fit due to its higher gaming performance. If you’re a movie enthusiast, the QN90A also has a better dark room performance, making it suitable for viewing in dim conditions.
On the other hand, the Samsung Frame Series is designed to blend into your decor and mimics a framed piece of art when not in use. While it has a good overall picture quality, it doesn't perform as well in bright rooms or provide as good a viewing experience in dark conditions compared to the QN90A.
In terms of sound, the QN90A offers a better audio experience with its built-in 4.2.2 speaker setup compared to the Frame Series' 2.0.2 setup. Both TVs are similarly priced and support 4k resolution with a 120Hz refresh rate, making them good for high-definition content and smoother motion. The choice between the two ultimately depends on whether you prioritize picture quality and sound performance over aesthetic design. 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 QN90A (LCD).
Advantages of the Samsung QN90A (LCD)
Best in class for bright room
Good for dark room
Very good for gaming
Very good for movies & TV
Good for sports
Very good for news, talk, & other TV
Very good for use as monitor
Very good for upscaling
Very good motion processing
Excellent reflections
Key differences
Picture Quality
7.1/10
8.1/10
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 QN90A (LCD) has very good picture quality, while the Samsung Frame Series (LCD) has good picture quality.
Movies & TV
6.2/10
8.0/10
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 QN90A (LCD) is very good for movies & TV, while the Samsung Frame Series (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung QN90A is favored over the Samsung Frame Series for movies and cinematic TV primarily due to its superior local dimming feature, which enhances contrast and allows for deeper blacks, as well as its better black uniformity, contributing to a more consistent image quality in dark scenes. While both TVs have good color accuracy, the QN90A's additional strength in maintaining color volume and a slightly improved gray uniformity offers a richer and more uniform picture across different viewing angles, making it a better performer in a cinematic context compared to the Frame Series.
Gaming
7.8/10
8.3/10
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 QN90A (LCD) is very good for gaming, while the Samsung Frame Series (LCD) is good.
The Samsung Frame Series offers excellent response time and the best input lag, making it a solid choice for gaming; however, the Samsung QN90A matches its response time and input lag performance, and further stands out with its exceptional brightness, which enhances the gaming experience, especially in well-lit rooms.
Cartoons & Animation
8.1/10
8.8/10
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
6.4/10
The Samsung QN90A (LCD) and Samsung Frame Series (LCD) are both very good for cartoons & animation, though the Samsung QN90A (LCD) is somewhat better.
The Samsung Frame Series has 'Very Good' colors out of the box and a 'Good' color gamut, making it suitable for cartoons and animation that often use bold and varied colors. On the other hand, the Samsung QN90A offers 'Best' colors out of the box and also has a 'Good' color gamut, which means it can display a wide range of colors from animated content vividly and accurately.
News, Talk, & Other TV
7.5/10
8.9/10
8.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.4/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
8.0/10
The Samsung QN90A (LCD) is very good for news, talk, & other TV, while the Samsung Frame Series (LCD) is good.
The Samsung Frame Series is good for watching news and TV programs because of its high contrast and very good SDR brightness, which ensures clear images even in varied lighting conditions but lacks local dimming that can enhance the picture quality in darker scenes. Contrastingly, the Samsung QN90A performs very well for these programs, with excellent SDR brightness and effective local dimming, offering a more dynamic and detailed picture, making it a better choice for environments with varying light levels and for viewers who prioritize image depth and detail.
Bright Room
7.3/10
9.7/10
5.4/10
VIEWING ANGLE
6.5/10
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 QN90A (LCD) is best in class for bright room, while the Samsung Frame Series (LCD) is good.
Cost
$998
$1,239
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Samsung Frame Series (LCD) has a price of $998 and the Samsung QN90A (LCD) costs $1,239.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Samsung QN90A (LCD) to be good for sports, while the Samsung Frame Series (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung QN90A has better motion processing and a slightly wider viewing angle than the Samsung Frame Series, which contributes to a better sports viewing experience, especially with fast-moving content. Additionally, the QN90A's superior reflection handling ensures clearer visibility in bright rooms, while both TVs have a very good response time and similar gray uniformity which is less critical for sports.
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How the Samsung Frame Series (LCD) and the Samsung QN90A (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
Samsung Frame Series (LCD)
Samsung QN90A (LCD)
GENERAL
Price
Price
$998
$1,239
Brand
Brand
Samsung
Samsung
Release Date
Release Date
April 3, 2022
February 3, 2021
Full name
Full name
QN55LS03B
QN55QN90A
Screen Size
Screen Size
55"
55"
Screen Resolution
Screen Resolution
4K
4K
Screen Type
Screen Type
LCD
LCD
Screen Sub-type
Screen Sub-type
LED VA
miniLED FALD VA
Smart TV
Smart TV
Yes
Yes
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
Refresh Rate
Refresh Rate
120Hz
120Hz
Variable Refresh Rate
Variable Refresh Rate
Yes
Yes
HDR Supported formats
HDR Supported formats
HDR10, HDR10+, HLG
HDR10, HDR10+, HLG
Accessibility
Accessibility
None
None
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
7.8/10
8.4/10
Movies & TV Score
Movies & TV Score
6.2/10
8.1/10
Sports Score
Sports Score
6.8/10
7/10
News, Talk, & Other TV Score
News, Talk, & Other TV Score
7.6/10
9/10
Cartoons & Animation Score
Cartoons & Animation Score
8.2/10
8.8/10
Use as Monitor Score
Use as Monitor Score
7.4/10
8.2/10
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"
Dimensions with Stand (H x W)
Dimensions with Stand (H x W)
29.3" x 48.7"
30.3" x 48.3"
Weight without Stand
Weight without Stand
37.3 lbs
39.0 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
Gaming Local Dimming
Gaming Local Dimming
0/100
7/100
Game HDR Brightness Score
Game HDR Brightness Score
7/10
9.3/10
SDR Brightness Score
SDR Brightness Score
8.3/10
9.4/10
HDR Brightness Score
HDR Brightness Score
6.8/10
9.3/10
Gray Uniformity
Gray Uniformity
6.8/10
6.4/10
Black Uniformity
Black Uniformity
6.5/10
7/10
Viewing Angle
Viewing Angle
5.5/10
6.5/10
Reflections Score
Reflections Score
7.9/10
9.1/10
Upscaling
Upscaling
7.5/10
8/10
Motion Processing
Motion Processing
7.5/10
8/10
Color Gamut Score
Color Gamut Score
7.2/10
7.9/10
Color Volume Score
Color Volume Score
7.1/10
8.2/10
Response Time Score
Response Time Score
8.3/10
8.4/10
Input Lag Score
Input Lag Score
10/10
10/10
Colors Out of the Box Score
Colors Out of the Box Score
8.2/10
9.5/10
Quality Control
Quality Control
7/10
8/10
Chroma Subsampling Score
Chroma Subsampling Score
8/10
8/10
SOUND
Speaker Setup
Speaker Setup
2.0.2
4.2.2
Speaker Power
Speaker Power
40 W
60 W
Dolby Atmos
Dolby Atmos
Bypass only
Bypass only
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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