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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Samsung Q60C is generally less expensive but may not perform as well in a bright room or for movie-watching as the Vizio P-Series. The Vizio P-Series, while being more expensive, offers better performance in bright rooms, a better dark room viewing experience, and superior movie quality. If you frequently watch movies or use the TV in well-lit spaces, the Vizio might be the better option. However, if you are on a budget and primarily watch sports, news, or cartoons, the Samsung could suffice. Keep in mind that the Vizio also offers better gaming performance, which could be important if you plan to play video games. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Samsung Q60C (LCD)
- Very good motion processing
Advantages of the Vizio P-Series (LCD)
- Very good for bright room
- Good for dark room
- Good for gaming
- Good for movies & TV
- Good for news, talk, & other TV
- Very good for cartoons & animation
- Very good reflections
Key differences
Picture Quality
6.0
7.9
5.55/10
CONTRAST
8.00/10
7.3/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
8.1/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
LED FALD
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The Vizio P-Series (LCD) has good picture quality, while the Samsung Q60C (LCD) has only fair picture quality.
Movies & TV
5.5
7.7
5.55/10
CONTRAST
8.00/10
2.9/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
7.0/10
6.6/10
UPSCALING
5.7/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The Vizio P-Series (LCD) is good for movies & TV, while the Samsung Q60C (LCD) is poor.
The Vizio P-Series excels in movie and cinematic TV watching due to its superior contrast, effective local dimming, and great black uniformity which contribute to deeper blacks and more defined shadow details essential for a cinematic experience.
Gaming
5.7
7.7
5.2/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
6.0/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.6/10
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
5.3/10
30.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
70.0/100
6.1/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.6/10
The Vizio P-Series (LCD) is good for gaming, while the Samsung Q60C (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung Q60C has excellent input lag which is ideal for gaming, but its response time is poor, potentially causing motion blur during fast-paced games. Conversely, the Vizio P-Series offers a decent balance with good input lag and fair response time, reducing blur and making it better suited for gaming overall.
Cartoons & Animation
7.5
8.3
7.3/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
8.3/10
7.3/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
8.1/10
7.9/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.8/10
7.8/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
7.2/10
7.0/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.4/10
The Vizio P-Series (LCD) is very good for cartoons & animation, while the Samsung Q60C (LCD) is good.
The Vizio P-Series delivers very good color gamut and color volume, which enhances the vibrance and range of colors for animations, while the Samsung Q60C has good ratings in those areas but may not be as rich. Both TVs have good color accuracy out of the box, but the Vizio P-Series' superior gray uniformity and higher contrast ratio could provide a better overall viewing experience for cartoons and animation.
Bright Room
6.5
8.9
5.3/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.2/10
7.9/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.8/10
5.7/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.3/10
6.3/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
8.6/10
The Vizio P-Series (LCD) is very good for bright room, while the Samsung Q60C (LCD) is only fair.
The Vizio P-Series outperforms the Samsung Q60C in bright room conditions due to its very good reflection handling and higher brightness for both SDR and HDR content which counters ambient light better. While the Samsung Q60C offers fair performance with reflections, its brightness doesn't match the Vizio, and this, along with its lower contrast ratio, may result in a less vibrant image in well-lit environments.
Cost
$690
$998
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The Samsung Q60C (LCD) has a price of $690 and the Vizio P-Series (LCD) costs $998.
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Key similarities
Sports
6.5
6.4
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
5.3/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.6/10
6.6/10
UPSCALING
5.7/10
7.9/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.8/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung Q60C (LCD) and Vizio P-Series (LCD) are both only fair for sports.
The Samsung Q60C has a poor response time which can result in motion blur during fast sports scenes, and while it handles reflections fairly well, it has limited viewing angles, which might not be ideal for a group watching. The Vizio P-Series fares better with motion handling due to its fair response time, and very good reflections handling allows for better viewing in bright rooms, although it also struggles with viewing angles similar to the Samsung Q60C, potentially impacting the experience from off-center seating.
News, Talk, & Other TV
6.8
7.2
7.9/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.8/10
6.6/10
UPSCALING
5.7/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Vizio P-Series (LCD) to be good for news, talk, & other TV, while the Samsung Q60C (LCD) is only fair.
The Vizio P-Series has superior SDR brightness, making it more suitable for brightly lit rooms, and its high color gamut and effective local dimming contribute to better image quality for news and TV programs. In contrast, while the Samsung Q60C offers good upscaling for lower-resolution content, it falls short in SDR brightness and color performance compared to the Vizio, which may affect its overall viewing experience in similar conditions.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Samsung Q60C (LCD) | Vizio P-Series (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$690 | $998 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Samsung | Vizio | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 5, 2023 | July 1, 2021 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | QN65Q60C | P65Q9-J01 | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 65" | 65" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Tizen | SmartCast | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 6.6/10 | 6.9/10 | |
NextGen Ready | |||
NextGen Ready | No | No | |
HDMI Ports | |||
HDMI Ports | 3 | 4 | |
Coax Ports | |||
Coax Ports | 1 | 1 | |
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Picture Quality Score | |||
Picture Quality Score | 6.1/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 6.5/10 | 9/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.7/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 5.5/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.5/10 | 6.4/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 32.7" x 57.1" x 1" | 32.9" x 57" x 3.4" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 34.3" x 57.1" | 34.7" x 57" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | Unknown | 53.3 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 400 x 300 | 400 x 200 | |
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 | 8/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 4.1/10 | 6.5/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.0 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 20 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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"We were even more pleased to see that performance had improved across the board, with the display offering better color, brightness, and shorter lag times than the already excellent Roku model. Color accuracy was great right out of the box. The TCL 5-Series Google TV becomes a great option for demanding gamers."
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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 Vizio
Vizio is an American company. While they initially gained recognition for offering budget-friendly TVs, they have successfully expanded their product lineup to include high-end options as well. They manufacture TVs primarily in Mexico, China, and Vietnam. Similar to many Korean TV brands, Vizio developed its own smart TV software called SmartCast. In the past, SmartCast was not the best smart TV software, but it has evolved so that it is now good for using your TV and connecting to streaming services.
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