If you prioritize overall picture quality and performance in a bright room, the Sony X95K would be a better choice. It has a stronger contrast and local dimming for deep blacks, higher brightness for HDR content, better color accuracy, and performs better in bright environments. Additionally, it offers a more immersive sound experience with better speakers.
On the other hand, the Samsung Frame Series has a unique design that doubles as wall art when not in use and is also a capable performer, especially for gaming, with lower input lag. It is usually somewhat less expensive, making it a value proposition if the aesthetics and gaming performance are your priorities and if you are looking for a more budget-friendly option. However, it won't deliver the same level of picture quality in dark rooms compared to the Sony X95K. 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 X95K (LCD).
Advantages of the Sony X95K (LCD)
Best in class for bright room
Very good for dark room
Very good for gaming
Very good for movies & TV
Very good for sports
Excellent for news, talk, & other TV
Best in class for upscaling
Best in class motion processing
Very good reflections
Key differences
Picture Quality
7.1/10
8.0/10
7.75/10
CONTRAST
7.50/10
7.1/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.8/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
LED FALD
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The Sony X95K (LCD) has very good picture quality, while the Samsung Frame Series (LCD) has good picture quality.
Movies & TV
6.2/10
8.0/10
7.75/10
CONTRAST
7.50/10
6.5/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
6.1/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
No
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The Sony X95K (LCD) is very good for movies & TV, while the Samsung Frame Series (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung Frame Series lacks local dimming, which can affect its contrast, black uniformity, and thus its ability to present movies and cinematic content in the most ideal light, particularly in dark scenes. The Sony X95K, on the other hand, comes with local dimming, enabling it to offer better contrast, deeper blacks, and a more immersive viewing experience for movies and TV, albeit generally at a higher price point.
Sports
6.8/10
8.0/10
7.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
10.0/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.0/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
8.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.1/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Sony X95K (LCD) is very good for sports, while the Samsung Frame Series (LCD) is only fair.
The Sony X95K excels in watching sports due to its superior motion processing and better response time, which reduce blur during fast-moving scenes and enhance overall motion clarity. In contrast, the Samsung Frame Series, although stylish and decent at handling reflections, has limitations with its motion processing and response time, which can result in more blur or jerkiness in fast-paced sports action.
Cartoons & Animation
8.1/10
8.7/10
7.2/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.7/10
7.1/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.8/10
8.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.1/10
8.1/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
8.5/10
6.8/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
8.0/10
The Sony X95K (LCD) and Samsung Frame Series (LCD) are both very good for cartoons & animation, though the Sony X95K (LCD) is somewhat better.
The Samsung Frame Series and the Sony X95K both display cartoons and animation well due to their 'Very Good' performance in colors out of the box, ensuring vibrant and accurate colors immediately upon use. Additionally, both TVs have 'Good' color gamut and 'Good' color volume, which are crucial for reproducing the wide range of colors typically found in animated content, though the Sony X95K excels with slightly better gray uniformity and SDR brightness for an enhanced viewing experience.
News, Talk, & Other TV
7.5/10
9.1/10
8.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.1/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
The Sony X95K (LCD) is excellent for news, talk, & other TV, while the Samsung Frame Series (LCD) is good.
The Samsung Frame Series provides good upscaling and SDR brightness, making it suitable for watching news and TV shows, accompanied by a very good score for colors out of the box which enhances the viewing experience. In contrast, the Sony X95K excels in SDR brightness and also offers excellent upscaling which improve the clarity and brightness of standard content, ensuring an especially vibrant and sharp viewing experience for similar programming.
Bright Room
7.3/10
9.5/10
5.4/10
VIEWING ANGLE
6.0/10
8.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.1/10
6.8/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.1/10
7.8/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
8.4/10
The Sony X95K (LCD) is best in class for bright room, while the Samsung Frame Series (LCD) is good.
The Sony X95K outshines the Samsung Frame Series in bright rooms, mainly due to its superior handling of reflections and higher brightness capabilities, both in standard and high dynamic range content, ensuring the picture remains clear and vibrant even under intense lighting. While both TVs have similar abilities regarding contrast and color reproduction, these features are only somewhat important compared to the very important factors where the Sony prevails, making it the better choice for bright room viewing.
Cost
$1,598
$1,788
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The Samsung Frame Series (LCD) has a price of $1,598 and the Sony X95K (LCD) costs $1,788.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Sony X95K (LCD) to be very good for gaming, while the Samsung Frame Series (LCD) is good.
The Samsung Frame Series LCD TV offers top-notch response time and input lag, making it suitable for gaming, while the Sony X95K LCD TV has a slightly lower performance in these aspects. This difference gives the Samsung an edge in fast-paced gaming scenarios, but both are strong choices for gamers who also value powerful sound and high-quality visuals.
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How the Samsung Frame Series (LCD) and the Sony X95K (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
Samsung Frame Series (LCD)
Sony X95K (LCD)
GENERAL
Price
Price
$1,598
$1,788
Brand
Brand
Samsung
Sony
Release Date
Release Date
April 4, 2022
May 3, 2022
Full name
Full name
QN65LS03B
XR-65X95K
Screen Size
Screen Size
65"
65"
Screen Resolution
Screen Resolution
4K
4K
Screen Type
Screen Type
LCD
LCD
Screen Sub-type
Screen Sub-type
LED VA
LED FALD VA
Smart TV
Smart TV
Yes
Yes
TV FEATURES
Operating System
Operating System
Tizen
Android TV
Sound Quality Score
Sound Quality Score
6.6/10
9.5/10
NextGen Ready
NextGen Ready
No
Yes
HDMI Ports
HDMI Ports
4
4
Coax Ports
Coax Ports
1
1
Refresh Rate
Refresh Rate
120Hz
120Hz
Variable Refresh Rate
Variable Refresh Rate
Yes
Yes
HDR Supported formats
HDR Supported formats
HDR10, HDR10+, HLG
HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG
Accessibility
Accessibility
None
None
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES
Picture Quality Score
Picture Quality Score
7.2/10
8/10
Bright Room Score
Bright Room Score
7.3/10
9.6/10
Gaming Score
Gaming Score
7.8/10
8.2/10
Movies & TV Score
Movies & TV Score
6.2/10
8/10
Sports Score
Sports Score
6.8/10
8/10
News, Talk, & Other TV Score
News, Talk, & Other TV Score
7.6/10
9.2/10
Cartoons & Animation Score
Cartoons & Animation Score
8.2/10
8.7/10
Use as Monitor Score
Use as Monitor Score
7.4/10
7.8/10
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"
32.9" x 56.9" x 2.4"
Dimensions with Stand (H x W)
Dimensions with Stand (H x W)
34.2" x 57.4"
33.4" x 56.9"
Weight without Stand
Weight without Stand
49.4 lbs
70.8 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
7.5/10
Local Dimming
Local Dimming
2.5/10
8.4/10
Gaming Local Dimming
Gaming Local Dimming
0/100
8.5/100
Game HDR Brightness Score
Game HDR Brightness Score
7/10
9.2/10
SDR Brightness Score
SDR Brightness Score
8.3/10
9.1/10
HDR Brightness Score
HDR Brightness Score
6.8/10
9.1/10
Gray Uniformity
Gray Uniformity
6.8/10
8/10
Black Uniformity
Black Uniformity
6.5/10
6.1/10
Viewing Angle
Viewing Angle
5.5/10
6/10
Reflections Score
Reflections Score
7.9/10
8.4/10
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
7.8/10
Color Volume Score
Color Volume Score
7.1/10
7.9/10
Response Time Score
Response Time Score
8.3/10
8.1/10
Input Lag Score
Input Lag Score
10/10
7/10
Colors Out of the Box Score
Colors Out of the Box Score
8.2/10
8.5/10
Quality Control
Quality Control
7/10
8.8/10
Chroma Subsampling Score
Chroma Subsampling Score
8/10
8/10
SOUND
Speaker Setup
Speaker Setup
2.0.2
4.2
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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