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Updated January 12, 2024·
If budget is a primary concern, the Samsung QN90C LCD offers a lower price while still providing a good viewing experience. However, the Sony A80J OLED, while more expensive, delivers superior picture quality with deeper blacks and more vibrant colors, which can enhance movie watching and gaming. The OLED technology of the Sony A80J also means it performs exceptionally in dark rooms but may have a risk of permanent image retention with static content over long periods. On the other hand, the Samsung QN90C performs better in bright rooms due to its LCD screen's higher brightness levels. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Samsung QN90C (LCD)
- Best in class for bright room
- Excellent reflections
Advantages of the Sony A80J (OLED)
- Excellent for dark room
- Excellent for movies & TV
- Excellent for sports
- Excellent for news, talk, & other TV
- Best in class for upscaling
- Best in class motion processing
- Very good viewing angle
Key differences
Picture Quality
8.1
8.7
7.38/10
CONTRAST
10.00/10
9.1/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.5/10
miniLED FALD
PANEL TYPE
WOLED
ADS / IPS
PANEL SUB-TYPE
WBC
The Sony A80J (OLED) and Samsung QN90C (LCD) both have very good picture quality, though the Sony A80J (OLED) has somewhat better picture quality.
Movies & TV
8.0
9.1
7.38/10
CONTRAST
10.00/10
6.8/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
10.0/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
No
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The Sony A80J (OLED) is excellent for movies & TV, while the Samsung QN90C (LCD) is very good.
The Samsung QN90C has impressive contrast and local dimming features typical for high-end LCDs, which enhances movie and cinematic TV watching, but the Sony A80J, with its OLED panel, delivers perfect blacks and uniformity, and wider viewing angles, providing an exceptional experience for the same content.
Sports
7.0
9.0
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
10.0/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.3/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
10.0/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.2/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Sony A80J (OLED) is excellent for sports, while the Samsung QN90C (LCD) is good.
The Sony A80J OLED TV offers excellent motion processing and very good reflection handling, which is crucial for watching sports, while also having superior viewing angles and gray uniformity compared to the Samsung QN90C LCD TV. However, the QN90C does have a very good response for sports with slightly inferior motion processing and reflection handling under the same conditions.
Gaming
8.2
8.8
7.8/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
9.4/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.3/10
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
10.0/10
75.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
100.0/100
8.9/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.2/10
The Sony A80J (OLED) and Samsung QN90C (LCD) are both very good for gaming, though the Sony A80J (OLED) is somewhat better.
The Samsung QN90C excels with low input lag, making it highly responsive for gaming, while the Sony A80J has an excellent response time, which ensures smooth motion without blur during fast-paced games. Both TVs offer high refresh rates, but the Samsung's responsiveness is better suited for competitive gaming, whereas the Sony's quick response time is ideal for a clear and crisp gaming picture.
Bright Room
9.7
7.2
6.5/10
VIEWING ANGLE
8.0/10
10.0/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.2/10
8.8/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.0/10
9.0/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
8.8/10
The Samsung QN90C (LCD) is best in class for bright room, while the Sony A80J (OLED) is good.
The Samsung QN90C has a higher SDR and HDR Brightness which, combined with excellent reflection handling, makes it better suited for bright rooms compared to the Sony A80J, which has good SDR and HDR Brightness along with very good reflection handling but may not be as effective in very bright environments. Despite the Sony A80J's superior contrast and color attributes, in a bright room, the higher brightness and reflection handling of the Samsung QN90C are more significant factors.
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Key similarities
Cartoons & Animation
8.8
8.6
7.5/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
8.0/10
9.1/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.5/10
10.0/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.2/10
8.1/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
8.5/10
7.7/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
9.8/10
The Samsung QN90C (LCD) and Sony A80J (OLED) are both very good for cartoons & animation.
News, Talk, & Other TV
8.8
9.0
10.0/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.2/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Sony A80J (OLED) to be excellent for news, talk, & other TV, while the Samsung QN90C (LCD) is very good.
The Samsung QN90C boasts superior SDR brightness, making it more suitable for well-lit environments, while its upscaling quality ensures lower-resolution content from news or talk shows looks sharp. On the other hand, the Sony A80J, with its excellent upscaling and OLED screen, offers superior colors out of the box and more consistent image quality across various viewing angles, which enhances the experience for color-rich content and wider seating arrangements.
Cost
$2,000
$2,098
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
The Samsung QN90C (LCD) has a price of $2,000 and the Sony A80J (OLED) costs $2,098.
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How the Samsung QN90C (LCD) and the Sony A80J (OLED) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
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| Samsung QN90C (LCD) | Sony A80J (OLED) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$2,000 | $2,098 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Samsung | Sony | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2023 | March 1, 2021 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | QN55QN90C | XR-55A80J | |
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 | 8.3/10 | 8/10 | |
NextGen Ready | |||
NextGen Ready | Yes | Yes | |
HDMI Ports | |||
HDMI Ports | 4 | 4 | |
Coax Ports | |||
Coax Ports | 1 | 1 | |
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Picture Quality Score | |||
Picture Quality Score | 8.1/10 | 8.7/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 9.7/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.3/10 | 8.9/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 8.1/10 | 9.2/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 7/10 | 9.1/10 | |
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 1.1" | 28" x 48.3" x 2.1" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 30.2" x 48.3" | 29" x 48.3" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 39.0 lbs | 39.3 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 | 7.4/10 | 10/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 7/10 | 10/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 4.2.2 | 2.2 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 60 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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Kob Monney | July 2022
"For home cinema fans the Sony A80J puts in a talented HDR performance, while daytime TV viewers benefit from its impressive upscaling and motion processing. Whites are portrayed in a clean and bright manner and black levels are strong, making for a very satisfying and consistent HD upscale. The A80J’s motion processing is hugely impressive. The Sony A80J takes content at any resolution and makes it look great, its motion skills are class-leading and its HDR performance boasts plenty of detail, contrast and expressive colours."
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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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