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The Samsung Q70A is more expensive and offers a better experience for gaming due to its higher gaming score. It also has a higher bright room score, which means it performs better in a sunny environment compared to the Vizio M-Series. However, the Vizio M-Series is less expensive and has a slightly higher overall picture quality and movie/series score, making it a good choice for watching movies and series. If budget is a concern and you primarily watch movies in mixed lighting conditions, the Vizio M-Series may be a better choice. If gaming is a priority or the TV will be used often in a bright room, the Samsung Q70A might be the better pick. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Samsung Q70A (LCD)
- Good for bright room
- Good for gaming
- Good for use as monitor
- Good for upscaling
- Very good motion processing
Advantages of the Vizio M-Series (LCD)
- Good for dark room
- Good for movies & TV
Key differences
Movies & TV
6.4
7.6
8.21/10
CONTRAST
7.88/10
6.8/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
6.7/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
6.6/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The Vizio M-Series (LCD) is good for movies & TV, while the Samsung Q70A (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung Q70A offers slightly better contrast and black uniformity, which are crucial for watching movies in dark rooms, creating deeper black tones and thus more realistic night scenes. However, the Vizio M-Series has a marginally better balance of colors out of the box and gray uniformity, providing a more accurate and consistent image across the screen, beneficial for colorful and vibrant movies.
Gaming
7.7
6.4
8.0/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
6.7/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
0.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
60.0/100
7.3/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.0/10
The Samsung Q70A (LCD) is good for gaming, while the Vizio M-Series (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung Q70A is better for gaming due to its exceptional response time and the lowest possible input lag, ensuring minimal motion blur and instant feedback during gameplay. In contrast, the Vizio M-Series, despite having very good input lag, offers only fair response time, which might introduce some blur in fast-moving games and could be less responsive in comparison.
Bright Room
7.4
6.6
5.3/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.0/10
8.6/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.5/10
7.2/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
5.9/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
6.6/10
The Samsung Q70A (LCD) is good for bright room, while the Vizio M-Series (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung Q70A outperforms the Vizio M-Series in a bright room because it has higher SDR and HDR brightness, which makes the image more visible in sunny conditions, and it handles reflections better, reducing glare. Although both TVs have good contrast and color performance, with the Samsung having a slight edge, the superior brightness and reflections handling are especially important for viewing in well-lit spaces.
Cost
$948
$750
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The Samsung Q70A (LCD) has a price of $948 and the Vizio M-Series (LCD) costs $750.
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Key similarities
Picture Quality
7.2
7.6
8.21/10
CONTRAST
7.88/10
7.0/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.8/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
LED FALD
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The Vizio M-Series (LCD) and Samsung Q70A (LCD) both have good picture quality.
Sports
6.7
6.2
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
6.6/10
8.6/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.5/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung Q70A (LCD) and Vizio M-Series (LCD) are both only fair for sports.
The Samsung Q70A has an excellent response time and poor reflections handling, making it suitable for fast-moving sports but less ideal in a bright room. In contrast, the Vizio M-Series has only a fair response time for sports and a fair performance in handling reflections, meaning it may not be as smooth for fast-paced action but performs a bit better in bright conditions.
Cartoons & Animation
8.2
8.3
7.1/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
8.1/10
7.0/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.8/10
8.6/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.5/10
8.5/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
8.3/10
6.0/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.8/10
The Vizio M-Series (LCD) and Samsung Q70A (LCD) are both very good for cartoons & animation.
The Samsung Q70A and Vizio M-Series both have very good colors out of the box, which means they display cartoons and animations with vibrant and accurate colors without the need for calibration. The Samsung Q70A has a slightly better color gamut score, which contributes to its ability to represent a wider range of colors, making it a strong option for content with rich and diverse color palettes like animated features.
News, Talk, & Other TV
7.6
7.6
8.6/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.5/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
6.6/10
The Samsung Q70A (LCD) and Vizio M-Series (LCD) are both good for news, talk, & other TV.
The Samsung Q70A is well-suited for watching news, talk shows, and other TV programs because it has very good upscaling capabilities and SDR brightness, ensuring clear and bright image quality for everyday content. In comparison, the Vizio M-Series also performs well in upscaling and has good SDR brightness, making it a viable option for regular TV viewing, with the added benefit of very good colors out of the box and a wider color gamut for slightly more vibrant visuals.
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How the Samsung Q70A (LCD) and the Vizio M-Series (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
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| Samsung Q70A (LCD) | Vizio M-Series (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$948 | $750 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Samsung | Vizio | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 2, 2021 | July 4, 2021 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | QN65Q70A | M65Q7-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 | 5.7/10 | 8/10 | |
NextGen Ready | |||
NextGen Ready | No | No | |
HDMI Ports | |||
HDMI Ports | 4 | 4 | |
Coax Ports | |||
Coax Ports | 1 | 1 | |
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Picture Quality Score | |||
Picture Quality Score | 7.2/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 7.4/10 | 6.7/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 7.8/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 6.4/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.7/10 | 6.3/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 32.8" x 57.2" x 1" | 32.9" x 57" x 3.4" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 35.3" x 57.2" | 34.1" x 57" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 46.1 lbs | 51.1 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 | 8.2/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 2.5/10 | 5.7/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.0 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 20 W | 20 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Bypass only | Bypass only | |
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 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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