The Samsung Frame Series is pricier but offers a better gaming experience and aesthetic appeal as it doubles as wall art. It's more suitable for a bright room and has better color accuracy out of the box. However, its performance in a dark room is not as strong.
The Sony X85J is less expensive and provides a slightly better overall picture and sports viewing experience. It also performs moderately better in dark rooms and has a significantly better sound quality. Both TVs support the latest gaming features, but if you're a serious gamer or want a TV that enhances your room's decor, the Frame might be worth the extra cost. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Samsung Frame Series (LCD)
Good for use as monitor
Good reflections
Advantages of the Sony X85J (LCD)
Good for sports
Very good for news, talk, & other TV
Best in class for upscaling
Best in class motion processing
Key differences
News, Talk, & Other TV
7.5/10
8.2/10
8.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.5/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
The Sony X85J (LCD) is very good for news, talk, & other TV, while the Samsung Frame Series (LCD) is good.
The Sony X85J delivers an exceptional upscaling of lower-resolution content and has excellent color accuracy right out of the box, making it very good for viewing news and talk shows. In comparison, the Samsung Frame Series still offers good performance in these areas but slightly trails the Sony X85J, particularly in upscaling lower-resolution content to its native resolution, which is very important for watching news and talk shows that might not always be broadcast in high definition.
The Sony X85J (LCD) and Samsung Frame Series (LCD) both have good picture quality.
Movies & TV
6.2/10
6.5/10
7.75/10
CONTRAST
7.88/10
6.5/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
6.9/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
No
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The Sony X85J (LCD) and Samsung Frame Series (LCD) are both only fair for movies & TV.
The Samsung Frame Series is stylish and suitable for displaying art, but it has no local dimming and mediocre black uniformity, which diminishes its movie and cinematic TV performance. The Sony X85J also lacks local dimming and has poor viewing angles, affecting the picture quality in dark scenes and when viewed from the side, again making it less ideal for immersive cinematic experiences.
Sports
6.8/10
7.2/10
7.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
10.0/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.6/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
8.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.5/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Sony X85J (LCD) to be good for sports, while the Samsung Frame Series (LCD) is only fair.
The Sony X85J outperforms the Samsung Frame Series when watching sports as it has better motion processing, which is key for smooth action, and more effective handling of reflections, which is crucial in well-lit environments. Additionally, the Sony provides wider viewing angles, making it a better choice for group viewing, whereas the Samsung's lower performance in these areas makes it less ideal for sports enthusiasts.
Gaming
7.8/10
7.6/10
8.2/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
7.8/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.6/10
7.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
10.0/10
0.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
0.0/100
7.0/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.5/10
The Samsung Frame Series (LCD) and Sony X85J (LCD) are both good for gaming.
The Samsung Frame Series is recognized for gaming because it has a very good response time and the best input lag performance, which means on-screen action is crisper and controls are more responsive. Similarly, the Sony X85J also offers good performance in response time and input lag, ensuring quick screen transitions and less delay between user input and action on the screen.
Cartoons & Animation
8.1/10
8.6/10
7.2/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.3/10
7.1/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.3/10
8.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.5/10
8.1/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
9.1/10
6.8/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
8.2/10
The Sony X85J (LCD) and Samsung Frame Series (LCD) are both very good for cartoons & animation.
The Samsung Frame Series displays cartoons and animations with vibrant and accurate colors straight out of the box and possesses an extensive color gamut, making the images pop. The Sony X85J also offers excellent colors out of the box and a comparable color gamut, ensuring animated content looks lively and true to the creators' intentions.
Bright Room
7.3/10
7.3/10
5.4/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.3/10
8.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.5/10
6.8/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.1/10
7.8/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
5.9/10
The Sony X85J (LCD) and Samsung Frame Series (LCD) are both good for bright room.
The Samsung Frame Series has very good SDR brightness and good reflection handling, making it suitable for bright rooms, while the Sony X85J has similar capabilities in SDR brightness and reflection handling. However, the Samsung has only fair HDR brightness, which might not be as impactful in a bright environment, compared to the Sony's good HDR brightness which could offer a better HDR experience in well-lit conditions.
Cost
$998
$1,000
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$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
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$1,600
The Samsung Frame Series (LCD) has a price of $998 and the Sony X85J (LCD) costs $1,000.
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How the Samsung Frame Series (LCD) and the Sony X85J (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
Samsung Frame Series (LCD)
Sony X85J (LCD)
GENERAL
Price
Price
$998
$1,000
Brand
Brand
Samsung
Sony
Release Date
Release Date
April 3, 2022
April 3, 2021
Full name
Full name
QN55LS03B
KD-55X85J
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
LED VA
Smart TV
Smart TV
Yes
Yes
TV FEATURES
Operating System
Operating System
Tizen
Android TV
Sound Quality Score
Sound Quality Score
6.6/10
7.5/10
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, Dolby Vision, HLG
Accessibility
Accessibility
None
None
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES
Picture Quality Score
Picture Quality Score
7.2/10
7.3/10
Bright Room Score
Bright Room Score
7.3/10
7.4/10
Gaming Score
Gaming Score
7.8/10
7.6/10
Movies & TV Score
Movies & TV Score
6.2/10
6.6/10
Sports Score
Sports Score
6.8/10
7.3/10
News, Talk, & Other TV Score
News, Talk, & Other TV Score
7.6/10
8.3/10
Cartoons & Animation Score
Cartoons & Animation Score
8.2/10
8.6/10
Use as Monitor Score
Use as Monitor Score
7.4/10
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"
28" x 48.5" x 2.8"
Dimensions with Stand (H x W)
Dimensions with Stand (H x W)
29.3" x 48.7"
30.9" x 48.5"
Weight without Stand
Weight without Stand
37.3 lbs
37.1 lbs
VESA Mount
VESA Mount
200 x 200
300 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
7.8/10
7.9/10
Local Dimming
Local Dimming
2.5/10
2.5/10
Gaming Local Dimming
Gaming Local Dimming
0/100
0/100
Game HDR Brightness Score
Game HDR Brightness Score
7/10
7.5/10
SDR Brightness Score
SDR Brightness Score
8.3/10
8.5/10
HDR Brightness Score
HDR Brightness Score
6.8/10
7.2/10
Gray Uniformity
Gray Uniformity
6.8/10
8.3/10
Black Uniformity
Black Uniformity
6.5/10
6.9/10
Viewing Angle
Viewing Angle
5.5/10
5.4/10
Reflections Score
Reflections Score
7.9/10
5.9/10
Upscaling
Upscaling
7.5/10
10/10
Motion Processing
Motion Processing
7.5/10
10/10
Color Gamut Score
Color Gamut Score
7.2/10
7.3/10
Color Volume Score
Color Volume Score
7.1/10
7.3/10
Response Time Score
Response Time Score
8.3/10
7.8/10
Input Lag Score
Input Lag Score
10/10
7.7/10
Colors Out of the Box Score
Colors Out of the Box Score
8.2/10
9.2/10
Quality Control
Quality Control
7/10
8.8/10
Chroma Subsampling Score
Chroma Subsampling Score
8/10
7.5/10
SOUND
Speaker Setup
Speaker Setup
2.0.2
2.0
Speaker Power
Speaker Power
40 W
20 W
Dolby Atmos
Dolby Atmos
Bypass only
Yes
DTS:X
DTS:X
No
Up to DTS Digital Surround, Bypass only
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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.
About Sony
Sony stands as a highly experienced and widely trusted TV manufacturer, earning a reputation that surpasses all others. A Japanese company, Sony has been making TVs for far longs than it has been making Playstation game consoles. Sony's high-end TVs are often regarded as the ultimate choice for videophiles, representing the epitome of quality, albeit at a premium price point. Renowned for their advanced and precise motion handling, as well as their cutting-edge local dimming algorithms, Sony consistently delivers unparalleled performance in these areas. They include Google TV software with all their TV sets, which grants access to the largest selection of apps available and they also include Bravia Core which is a movie streaming platform specifically for Sony TVs that offers higher picture quality by using more bandwidth.
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