Samsung Q60C (LCD) vs Samsung Q70A (LCD)

The Samsung Q60C struggles with movies because of its lower contrast, poor local dimming, and weak black uniformity, which are crucial for deep black scenes typical in cinematic content, whereas the Samsung Q70A performs better with its higher contrast and black uniformity; however, both models have limitations, such as narrow viewing angles and average color performance that may not suit wide seating arrangements or highly discerning viewers.

The Samsung Q70A is better suited for gaming due to its very good response time and input lag performance, essential for fast-paced gaming, while the Samsung Q60C falls short in these categories, providing a poorer gaming experience. Additionally, the Q70A has a higher refresh rate, leading to smoother motion, whereas the Q60C's lower refresh rate might be less satisfying for dynamic content.

The Samsung Q70A stands out for cartoons and animation due to its very good color performance right out of the box and a solid color range. However, while the Samsung Q60C also offers good color accuracy from the start and a comparable color gamut, it doesn't achieve the same level of vibrancy as the Q70A does in its colors.

The Samsung Q70A is rated higher for watching news, talk shows, and TV programs due to its superior contrast and SDR brightness, which enhance overall picture quality, especially in scenes with variations in brightness and color subtleties. Though both TVs have good upscaling capabilities, the Q70A's performance makes it better suited for these types of content over the Samsung Q60C, which provides fair performance but may not be as vibrant or clear in comparison.

The Samsung Q70A is better suited for watching TV in a bright room compared to the Samsung Q60C primarily due to its superior SDR and HDR brightness, which enhances screen visibility in well-lit environments. Additionally, the Q70A handles reflections more effectively than the Q60C, which is important when dealing with ambient light sources that can cause glare on the screen.

The Samsung Q60C has a fair response time and motion processing which is adequate for sports but may not be ideal for fast-paced action, while both TVs have a fair reflections handling but mediocre viewing angles, meaning they're not optimal for wide seating arrangements or very bright rooms. The Samsung Q70A has a very good response time, better suited for fast-moving sports, but like the Q60C, it also struggles with reflections and viewing angles, and both TVs display fair gray uniformity, which can affect the viewing experience of sports with large uniform areas like a pitch or a court.