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Updated January 10, 2024· Prices updated 24 hours ago

If you're looking for a television that offers a great balance between price and performance, the Samsung Q80C could be a suitable choice. This TV is less expensive and provides a respectable quality for viewing movies, TV shows, and sports, as well as gaming capabilities. However, if you prioritize top-notch picture quality and are willing to invest more, then the Samsung QN90C may be the better option for you. It delivers superior brightness and contrast ratios, which makes it stand out especially in very bright rooms and for HDR content. The QN90C also has advanced gaming features, but both models support 4k gaming at high refresh rates. Keep in mind that the QN90C comes at a premium price point. Give Feedback

This comparison is based on the 65" Samsung Q80C (LCD) and the 65" Samsung QN90C (LCD). At the time of writing the 65" Samsung Q80C (LCD) cost $1,098 and the 65" Samsung QN90C (LCD) cost $1,689.

Advantages of the Samsung Q80C (LCD)
  • Good viewing angle
Advantages of the Samsung QN90C (LCD)
  • Best in class for bright room
  • Good for dark room
  • Very good for movies & TV
  • Good for sports
  • Very good for news, talk, & other TV
  • Very good for cartoons & animation
  • Very good for use as monitor
  • Very good for upscaling
  • Excellent reflections

Key differences

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Picture Quality

7.0
QN65Q80C
QN65QN90C
8.1
5.55/10
CONTRAST
7.38/10
7.8/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
9.1/10
LED FALD
PANEL TYPE
miniLED FALD
IPS
PANEL SUB-TYPE
ADS / IPS
The Samsung QN90C (LCD) has very good picture quality, while the Samsung Q80C (LCD) has good picture quality.

Movies & TV

6.1
QN65Q80C
QN65QN90C
8.0
5.55/10
CONTRAST
7.38/10
4.4/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
6.8/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
8.0/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
No
The Samsung QN90C (LCD) is very good for movies & TV, while the Samsung Q80C (LCD) is only fair.

Cartoons & Animation

7.2
QN65Q80C
QN65QN90C
8.8
7.3/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.5/10
7.8/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
9.1/10
8.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
10.0/10
6.5/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
8.1/10
7.0/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
7.7/10
The Samsung QN90C (LCD) is very good for cartoons & animation, while the Samsung Q80C (LCD) is good.

News, Talk, & Other TV

7.2
QN65Q80C
QN65QN90C
8.8
8.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
10.0/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
8.0/10
The Samsung QN90C (LCD) is very good for news, talk, & other TV, while the Samsung Q80C (LCD) is good.

Bright Room

7.2
QN65Q80C
QN65QN90C
9.7
7.7/10
VIEWING ANGLE
6.5/10
8.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
10.0/10
7.3/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.8/10
5.9/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
9.0/10
The Samsung QN90C (LCD) is best in class for bright room, while the Samsung Q80C (LCD) is good.

Cost

$1,500
QN65Q80C
QN65QN90C
$2,930
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The Samsung Q80C (LCD) has a price of $1,500 and the Samsung QN90C (LCD) costs $2,930.
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Key similarities

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Sports

6.8
QN65Q80C
QN65QN90C
7.0
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.0/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
8.0/10
8.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
10.0/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Samsung QN90C (LCD) to be good for sports, while the Samsung Q80C (LCD) is only fair.

Gaming

8.1
QN65Q80C
QN65QN90C
8.2
7.8/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
7.8/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.0/10
60.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
75.0/100
8.1/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.9/10
The Samsung QN90C (LCD) and Samsung Q80C (LCD) are both very good for gaming.

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Spec Comparison

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GENERAL

Price
$1,500
$2,930
Brand
SamsungSamsung
Release Date
May 2, 2023March 2, 2023
Full name
QN65Q80CQN65QN90C
Screen Size
65"65"
Screen Resolution
4K4K

TV FEATURES

Operating System
TizenTizen
Sound Quality Score
7.3/108.3/10
NextGen Ready
NoYes
HDMI Ports
44
Coax Ports
11

DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES

Picture Quality Score
7/108.1/10
Bright Room Score
7.3/109.7/10
Gaming Score
8.2/108.3/10
Movies & TV Score
6.2/108.1/10
Sports Score
6.9/107/10

PHYSICAL

Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D)
32.6" x 56.9" x 1.8"32.6" x 56.9" x 1.1"
Dimensions with Stand (H x W)
35.1" x 56.9"35.1" x 56.9"
Weight without Stand
Unknown53.4 lbs
VESA Mount
400 x 300400 x 400

DISPLAY

Color Depth
10 bit10 bit
Black Frame Insertion
YesYes
Auto Low Latency Mode
YesYes
Contrast
5.6/107.4/10
Local Dimming
5.7/107/10

SOUND

Speaker Setup
2.24.2.2
Speaker Power
40 W60 W
Dolby Atmos
YesYes
DTS:X
NoNo

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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.

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