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Updated January 12, 2024·
While the Samsung Q80C is slightly less expensive, the Sony X90L delivers better performance, especially in a bright room due to its higher peak brightness. If you primarily watch movies and TV shows, and appreciate finer image quality, the extra cost for the Sony X90L could be justified. However, if budget is a major concern, the Samsung Q80C is a solid choice for various viewing experiences, providing good value for its price. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Samsung Q80C (LCD)
- Good viewing angle
Advantages of the Sony X90L (LCD)
- Very good for bright room
- Good for dark room
- Good for movies & TV
- Good for sports
- Excellent 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
7.125/10
7.8/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
8.8/10
LED FALD
PANEL TYPE
LED FALD
IPS
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The Sony X90L (LCD) and Samsung Q80C (LCD) both have good picture quality, though the Sony X90L (LCD) has somewhat better picture quality.
Movies & TV
6.1
7.6
5.55/10
CONTRAST
7.125/10
4.4/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
6.0/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
No
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The Sony X90L (LCD) is good for movies & TV, while the Samsung Q80C (LCD) is only fair.
The Sony X90L offers better contrast and black uniformity which are crucial for a captivating movie experience, enhancing the depth of dark scenes and minimizing gray haze in black areas, while the Samsung Q80C, despite having a wider viewing angle, falls short in these areas, affecting its ability to deliver similarly rich and true-to-life visuals. Additionally, the Sony's superior local dimming function allows for more precise lighting and darker blacks in specific areas of the screen, further sharpening the image contrast when compared to the Samsung Q80C, which demonstrates less effective local dimming performance.
Cartoons & Animation
7.2
8.6
7.3/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.7/10
7.8/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
8.8/10
8.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.4/10
6.5/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
8.0/10
7.0/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.6/10
The Sony X90L (LCD) is very good for cartoons & animation, while the Samsung Q80C (LCD) is good.
The Sony X90L performs better for cartoons and animation because it has a 'Very Good' score for colors out of the box, which greatly benefits the vivid and varied palettes typical in this content, and also boasts a 'Very Good' color volume, enhancing the display of different shades and hues. The Samsung Q80C, while still decent with a 'Fair' colors out of the box rating and a 'Good' score for color gamut, doesn't match the Sony's performance, which could lead to less accurate color representation for animated content.
News, Talk, & Other TV
7.2
9.0
8.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.4/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
The Sony X90L (LCD) is excellent for news, talk, & other TV, while the Samsung Q80C (LCD) is good.
The Sony X90L excels in upscaling lower resolution content and provides outstanding brightness for SDR content, making it a superior choice for watching news and talk shows which often don't broadcast in high definition. Compared to the Samsung Q80C which is also good in these aspects, the Sony also offers better colors straight out of the box, adding to a more vibrant viewing experience for everyday TV programs.
Bright Room
7.2
8.6
7.7/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.5/10
8.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.4/10
7.3/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.3/10
5.9/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
5.9/10
The Sony X90L (LCD) is very good for bright room, while the Samsung Q80C (LCD) is good.
The Sony X90L showcases excellent SDR and very good HDR brightness levels combined with poor reflection handling, which is why it excels in bright rooms, whereas the Samsung Q80C, with very good SDR brightness and good HDR brightness, doesn't handle reflections as effectively, making it slightly less optimal for bright environments. While both TVs have poor scores for reflection handling, the higher brightness of the Sony X90L compensates better for bright conditions despite both having similar challenges with reflections.
Cost
$998
$898
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The Samsung Q80C (LCD) has a price of $998 and the Sony X90L (LCD) costs $898.
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Key similarities
Sports
6.8
7.2
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
9.4/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Sony X90L (LCD) to be good for sports, while the Samsung Q80C (LCD) is only fair.
The Sony X90L outperforms the Samsung Q80C in sports watching primarily due to its better motion processing and faster response time, meaning it displays fast-moving content more smoothly. However, the Samsung Q80C has a wider viewing angle and slightly better gray uniformity, which can be important when watching with a group or if you're sensitive to uniformity issues, like during scenes with large fields of color such as a football field.
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
73.0/100
8.1/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.6/10
The Sony X90L (LCD) and Samsung Q80C (LCD) are both very good for gaming.
The Samsung Q80C excels in gaming primarily due to its superior input lag, which ensures a responsive gaming experience, while the Sony X90L stands out with its excellent response time, minimizing motion blur during fast-paced games. Both TVs also support a high refresh rate, which benefits gaming by providing smoother motion.
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How the Samsung Q80C (LCD) and the Sony X90L (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
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| Samsung Q80C (LCD) | Sony X90L (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$998 | $898 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Samsung | Sony | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | August 1, 2023 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | QN55Q80C | XR-55X90L | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 55" | 55" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Tizen | Google TV | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 7.3/10 | 8.3/10 | |
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 | 8.6/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.2/10 | 8.2/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 6.2/10 | 7.6/10 | |
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" | 27.9" x 48.2" x 2.2" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 30.2" x 48.3" | 29.1" x 48.2" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | Unknown | 37.3 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 | 7.1/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 5.7/10 | 6.8/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.2 | 2.2 | |
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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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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