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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you're looking for a more cost-effective option, the Samsung Q80C is less expensive than the Sony X90J. The Samsung has a good performance in bright rooms and decent for gaming, but it won't perform as well in dark rooms. The Sony X90J, on the other hand, offers better overall picture quality and sound and has superior movie watching and upscaling capabilities, making it a great choice for cinephiles. However, it comes at a higher price. Keep in mind that both TVs support gaming at high resolutions and have a similar number of HDMI ports. Make your decision based on whether picture quality and sound are worth the higher cost with the Sony, or if the Samsung's value is more attractive for your needs. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Samsung Q80C (LCD)
- Good viewing angle
Advantages of the Sony X90J (LCD)
- Good for dark room
- Good for movies & TV
- Good for sports
- Very good for news, talk, & other TV
- Very good for cartoons & animation
- Best in class for upscaling
- Best in class motion processing
Key differences
Picture Quality
7.0
7.8
5.55/10
CONTRAST
7.63/10
7.8/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.4/10
LED FALD
PANEL TYPE
LED FALD
IPS
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The Sony X90J (LCD) and Samsung Q80C (LCD) both have good picture quality, though the Sony X90J (LCD) has somewhat better picture quality.
Movies & TV
6.1
7.9
5.55/10
CONTRAST
7.63/10
4.4/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
6.4/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
No
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The Sony X90J (LCD) is good for movies & TV, while the Samsung Q80C (LCD) is only fair.
Cartoons & Animation
7.2
8.3
7.3/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.0/10
7.8/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.4/10
8.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.6/10
6.5/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
9.0/10
7.0/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.8/10
The Sony X90J (LCD) is very good for cartoons & animation, while the Samsung Q80C (LCD) is good.
News, Talk, & Other TV
7.2
8.9
8.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.6/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
The Sony X90J (LCD) is very good for news, talk, & other TV, while the Samsung Q80C (LCD) is good.
The Sony X90J exhibits superior upscaling and color processing right out of the box, which enhances the clarity and fidelity of standard definition content typical in news and talk shows. Conversely, while the Samsung Q80C is a capable option with good upscaling and decent color performance, it doesn't match the Sony in these particular areas, which may affect the viewing experience for such programs.
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Key similarities
Sports
6.8
7.1
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
10.0/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.0/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
8.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.6/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Sony X90J (LCD) to be good for sports, while the Samsung Q80C (LCD) is only fair.
The Sony X90J is better for watching sports compared to the Samsung Q80C because it has excellent motion processing and a very good response time, which are crucial for the fast-moving images common in sports to look smooth and clear. The Samsung Q80C, while offering good performance in these areas, does not match the Sony's level of motion clarity and swift response time, which might result in slightly less smooth representation of fast action on screen.
Gaming
8.1
8.2
7.8/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
8.0/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.0/10
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
10.0/10
60.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
80.0/100
8.1/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.2/10
The Sony X90J (LCD) and Samsung Q80C (LCD) are both very good for gaming.
Bright Room
7.2
7.6
7.7/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.2/10
8.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.6/10
7.3/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.9/10
5.9/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
5.9/10
The Sony X90J (LCD) and Samsung Q80C (LCD) are both good for bright room.
The Samsung Q80C and Sony X90J both perform well in bright rooms, with both TVs offering very good SDR brightness and good HDR brightness, which helps maintain picture quality in well-lit environments. While the Samsung Q80C handles reflections slightly better, thus reducing glare, the Sony X90J boasts a better contrast ratio and color volume, providing deeper blacks and more vibrant colors even if reflections are slightly more pronounced.
Cost
$998
$993
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The Samsung Q80C (LCD) has a price of $998 and the Sony X90J (LCD) costs $993.
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How the Samsung Q80C (LCD) and the Sony X90J (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
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| Samsung Q80C (LCD) | Sony X90J (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$998 | $993 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Samsung | Sony | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | April 2, 2021 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | QN55Q80C | XR-55X90J | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 55" | 55" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Tizen | Android TV | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 7.3/10 | 7.3/10 | |
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 | 7/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 7.3/10 | 7.7/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.2/10 | 8.2/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 6.2/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.9/10 | 7.1/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 27.8" x 48.3" x 1.8" | 28" x 48.5" x 2.8" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 30.2" x 48.3" | 30.9" x 48.5" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | Unknown | 38.4 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 | 5.6/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 5.7/10 | 8/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.2 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 40 W | 20 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | 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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