When deciding between the Samsung Frame Series and the Sony A95L, consider the following:
The Samsung Frame Series is more affordable and performs well for gaming, with quick response times and low input lag. However, it does not excel in a dark room due to its subpar black uniformity and lack of local dimming.
The Sony A95L costs more but offers superior overall picture quality, which translates to better performance for movies and series watching, as well as for viewing in dark rooms due to its perfect black uniformity. The A95L also has better sound quality and supports more advanced technologies like Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Samsung Frame Series (LCD)
The Samsung Frame Series (LCD) has no clear advantages over the Sony A95L (OLED).
Advantages of the Sony A95L (OLED)
Excellent for bright room
Best in class for dark room
Best in class for gaming
Best in class for movies & TV
Best in class for sports
Best in class for news, talk, & other TV
Best in class for cartoons & animation
Best in class for use as monitor
Best in class for upscaling
Best in class motion processing
Best in class viewing angle
Best in class reflections
Key differences
Picture Quality
7.1/10
10.0/10
7.75/10
CONTRAST
10.00/10
7.1/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
9.3/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
RGB OLED
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
QD-OLED
The Sony A95L (OLED) has best in class picture quality, while the Samsung Frame Series (LCD) has good picture quality.
Movies & TV
6.2/10
10.0/10
7.75/10
CONTRAST
10.00/10
6.5/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
10.0/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
No
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The Sony A95L (OLED) is best in class for movies & TV, while the Samsung Frame Series (LCD) is only fair.
The Sony A95L OLED TV excels for movie watching due to its superior contrast, perfect black uniformity, and wide viewing angles, all essential for cinematic experiences, while the Samsung Frame Series LCD, with no local dimming and lower black uniformity, offers a less ideal movie viewing. Additionally, the Sony A95L has more accurate colors straight out of the box, a larger color volume, and better gray uniformity, which also contribute to a more vibrant and consistent image across different scenes.
Sports
6.8/10
10.0/10
7.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
10.0/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
8.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.1/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Sony A95L (OLED) is best in class for sports, while the Samsung Frame Series (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung Frame Series has a lower response time and lower motion processing capacity compared to the Sony A95L, which may result in slightly more blur during fast sports scenes. Additionally, while the Samsung can handle reflections fairly well, the Sony A95L's OLED panel offers superior reflection handling, viewing angles, and motion processing, making it better suited for a dynamic sports viewing experience even in brighter rooms.
Gaming
7.8/10
10.0/10
8.2/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
10.0/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
7.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
10.0/10
0.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
100.0/100
7.0/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.6/10
The Sony A95L (OLED) is best in class for gaming, while the Samsung Frame Series (LCD) is good.
The Samsung Frame Series, with its lower response time and 120Hz refresh rate, offers excellent gaming performance suitable for most gamers, yet its input lag is only fair, which may not suffice for competitive gaming. In contrast, the Sony A95L delivers superior gaming experience due to its best-in-class response time and input lag, combined with an even higher 144Hz refresh rate, making it ideal for high-end gaming demands.
Cartoons & Animation
8.1/10
10.0/10
7.2/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
10.0/10
7.1/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
9.3/10
8.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.1/10
8.1/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
9.5/10
6.8/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
9.8/10
The Sony A95L (OLED) is best in class for cartoons & animation, while the Samsung Frame Series (LCD) is very good.
The Samsung Frame Series has very good colors out of the box and a good color gamut which is fitting for cartoons and animation, while the Sony A95L offers the best in both these aspects plus excellent color volume, enhancing the vibrancy and variety of colors you'll see in animated content.
News, Talk, & Other TV
7.5/10
10.0/10
8.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.1/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
The Sony A95L (OLED) is best in class for news, talk, & other TV, while the Samsung Frame Series (LCD) is good.
The Samsung Frame Series is appreciated for its great upscaling that makes lower-resolution content look sharp and its SDR brightness that ensures a clear picture even in most lighting conditions. The Sony A95L, on the other hand, excels with superior colors straight out of the box and a wider color gamut, along with perfect contrast and local dimming, which provide an exceptional viewing experience for news and talk shows.
Bright Room
7.3/10
9.0/10
5.4/10
VIEWING ANGLE
10.0/10
8.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.1/10
6.8/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.2/10
7.8/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
10.0/10
The Sony A95L (OLED) is excellent for bright room, while the Samsung Frame Series (LCD) is good.
The Samsung Frame Series manages reflections well and offers very good SDR and fair HDR brightness, making it suitable for bright rooms, although its colors may not be as vibrant. On the other hand, the Sony A95L provides excellent handling of reflections, very good brightness in both SDR and HDR, and has excellent color volume, ensuring a vivid and clear picture even in brightly lit environments.
Cost
$1,598
$2,949
$0
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
$5,000
The Samsung Frame Series (LCD) has a price of $1,598 and the Sony A95L (OLED) costs $2,949.
How the Samsung Frame Series (LCD) and the Sony A95L (OLED) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
Samsung Frame Series (LCD)
Sony A95L (OLED)
GENERAL
Price
Price
$1,598
$2,949
Brand
Brand
Samsung
Sony
Release Date
Release Date
April 4, 2022
August 7, 2023
Full name
Full name
QN65LS03B
XR-65A95L
Screen Size
Screen Size
65"
65"
Screen Resolution
Screen Resolution
4K
4K
Screen Type
Screen Type
LCD
OLED
Screen Sub-type
Screen Sub-type
LED VA
RGB OLED QD-OLED
Smart TV
Smart TV
Yes
Yes
TV FEATURES
Operating System
Operating System
Tizen
Google TV
Sound Quality Score
Sound Quality Score
6.6/10
8.9/10
NextGen Ready
NextGen Ready
No
Yes
HDMI Ports
HDMI Ports
4
4
Coax Ports
Coax Ports
1
1
Refresh Rate
Refresh Rate
120Hz
144Hz
Variable Refresh Rate
Variable Refresh Rate
Yes
Yes
HDR Supported formats
HDR Supported formats
HDR10, HDR10+, HLG
HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG
Accessibility
Accessibility
None
Voice Commands
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES
Picture Quality Score
Picture Quality Score
7.2/10
10/10
Bright Room Score
Bright Room Score
7.3/10
9/10
Gaming Score
Gaming Score
7.8/10
10/10
Movies & TV Score
Movies & TV Score
6.2/10
10/10
Sports Score
Sports Score
6.8/10
10/10
News, Talk, & Other TV Score
News, Talk, & Other TV Score
7.6/10
10/10
Cartoons & Animation Score
Cartoons & Animation Score
8.2/10
10/10
Use as Monitor Score
Use as Monitor Score
7.4/10
9.5/10
PHYSICAL
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D)
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D)
32.8" x 57.4" x 1"
32.7" x 56.9" x 1.4"
Dimensions with Stand (H x W)
Dimensions with Stand (H x W)
34.2" x 57.4"
33.9" x 56.9"
Weight without Stand
Weight without Stand
49.4 lbs
51.6 lbs
VESA Mount
VESA Mount
400 x 300
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
10/10
Local Dimming
Local Dimming
2.5/10
10/10
Gaming Local Dimming
Gaming Local Dimming
0/100
10/100
Game HDR Brightness Score
Game HDR Brightness Score
7/10
8.7/10
SDR Brightness Score
SDR Brightness Score
8.3/10
8.1/10
HDR Brightness Score
HDR Brightness Score
6.8/10
8.3/10
Gray Uniformity
Gray Uniformity
6.8/10
9.8/10
Black Uniformity
Black Uniformity
6.5/10
10/10
Viewing Angle
Viewing Angle
5.5/10
10/10
Reflections Score
Reflections Score
7.9/10
10/10
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
10/10
Color Volume Score
Color Volume Score
7.1/10
9.4/10
Response Time Score
Response Time Score
8.3/10
10/10
Input Lag Score
Input Lag Score
10/10
10/10
Colors Out of the Box Score
Colors Out of the Box Score
8.2/10
9.5/10
Quality Control
Quality Control
7/10
10/10
Chroma Subsampling Score
Chroma Subsampling Score
8/10
10/10
SOUND
Speaker Setup
Speaker Setup
2.0.2
2.2
Speaker Power
Speaker Power
40 W
60 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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