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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Samsung Q80C is often slightly less expensive than the Sony X90K and offers better gaming performance. However, if you're looking for superior picture quality, especially in bright rooms or for watching movies and sports, the Sony X90K may be the better choice despite being slightly more expensive. The Sony X90K also supports Dolby Vision, which the Samsung Q80C does not, and may enhance your viewing experience with compatible content. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Samsung Q80C (LCD)
- Good viewing angle
Advantages of the Sony X90K (LCD)
- Very good for bright room
- 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
7.7
5.55/10
CONTRAST
7.38/10
7.8/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.8/10
LED FALD
PANEL TYPE
LED FALD
IPS
PANEL SUB-TYPE
TBD
The Sony X90K (LCD) and Samsung Q80C (LCD) both have good picture quality, though the Sony X90K (LCD) has somewhat better picture quality.
Movies & TV
6.1
7.5
5.55/10
CONTRAST
7.38/10
4.4/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
6.1/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
No
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The Sony X90K (LCD) is good for movies & TV, while the Samsung Q80C (LCD) is only fair.
The Sony X90K exhibits better contrast and local dimming capabilities than the Samsung Q80C, which enhances deeper blacks and overall picture in dark scenes which is essential for watching movies and cinematic TV. Additionally, the Sony X90K surpasses the Q80C in black uniformity, ensuring more consistent dark scenes without uneven spots, and offers better overall color production right out of the box, contributing to a more vibrant and true-to-life viewing experience.
Cartoons & Animation
7.2
8.0
7.3/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.7/10
7.8/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.8/10
8.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.7/10
6.5/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
7.0/10
7.0/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.6/10
The Sony X90K (LCD) is very good for cartoons & animation, while the Samsung Q80C (LCD) is good.
The Sony X90K has better colors out of the box compared to the Samsung Q80C, which is fair for the Samsung and good for the Sony, making the Sony X90K more suitable for vibrant and colorful animation content right when it's set up. Additionally, while both TVs have good color volume and gamuts ensuring they can display a wide range of colors effectively, the superior color out of the box can provide immediate satisfaction without the need for calibration.
News, Talk, & Other TV
7.2
8.7
8.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.7/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
The Sony X90K (LCD) is very good for news, talk, & other TV, while the Samsung Q80C (LCD) is good.
The Sony X90K excels in upscaling which enhances lower resolution content making it very good for watching news and talk shows, alongside its excellent SDR brightness that ensures the picture is clear and bright. In comparison, the Samsung Q80C is good in the same areas but does not reach the performance levels of the Sony, notably in upscaling and colors out of the box, which might slightly affect its ability to display crisp and vibrant content for the same types of programming.
Bright Room
7.2
8.0
7.7/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.4/10
8.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.7/10
7.3/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.3/10
5.9/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
6.3/10
The Sony X90K (LCD) is very good for bright room, while the Samsung Q80C (LCD) is good.
The Sony X90K outperforms the Samsung Q80C in bright room conditions with a higher contrast and superior HDR brightness, which enhances the viewing experience in well-lit spaces. The Samsung Q80C, while offering good SDR brightness, struggles with reflection handling when compared to the Sony X90K, making it less suited for such environments.
Cost
$997
$898
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The Samsung Q80C (LCD) has a price of $997 and the Sony X90K (LCD) costs $898.
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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
8.7/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Sony X90K (LCD) to be good for sports, while the Samsung Q80C (LCD) is only fair.
The Sony X90K outperforms the Samsung Q80C when watching sports primarily because it has better motion processing capabilities and manages reflections more effectively. While both TVs have similar response times and viewing angles, the Samsung Q80C is hindered by its poor handling of reflections and fair motion processing compared to the Sony X90K's fair reflection handling and good motion processing.
Gaming
8.1
8.1
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
76.0/100
8.1/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.6/10
The Samsung Q80C (LCD) and Sony X90K (LCD) are both very good for gaming.
The Samsung Q80C excels in gaming responsiveness with a "Best" input lag score, ensuring minimal delay between user actions and on-screen reactions; the Sony X90K, while also very responsive, offers a "Very Good" response time for swift image transitions, making both TVs strong choices for gamers who value quick reflexes and smooth motion. Both TVs have a 120Hz refresh rate and an "Excellent" score for 4k gaming at high chroma subsampling, which is crucial for sharp text and clear images during gaming.
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Spec Comparison
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| Samsung Q80C (LCD) | Sony X90K (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$997 | $898 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Samsung | Sony | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | May 1, 2022 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | QN55Q80C | XR-55X90K | |
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 | 8/10 | |
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 | 7.7/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 7.3/10 | 8/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.2/10 | 8.1/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 6.2/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.9/10 | 7.2/10 | |
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" | 29.2" x 48.6" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | Unknown | 38.5 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 | 7.4/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 5.7/10 | 7.2/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.2 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 40 W | 30 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | Up to DTS Digital Surround, Bypass only | |
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Al Griffin | December 2022
"As Sony’s next-to-flagship LCD TV, the X90K series delivers impressive performance for the price. The XR90K had fairly accurate out-of-box color. The TV’s multi-position stand lets you either set the screen flush with any stand its mounted on or elevate it to clear space for a soundbar. With the latter option, you get around 3 inches of clearance enough to accommodate most soundbars. The X90K’s excellent suite of gaming features ranks it up there with the best 120 Hz 4K TVs."
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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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