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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Samsung S95B (OLED) offers superior overall picture quality, better performance in both dark and bright rooms, and excellent gaming experience. It also has remarkable color performance and viewing angles. However, it comes at a premium price. In contrast, the Samsung Q80C (LCD) is less expensive and still delivers good picture quality with decent performance in bright rooms. Its gaming performance is strong, though not as high as the S95B. It doesn't handle dark room viewing as well as the OLED and has limited viewing angles. For those who prioritize the highest quality image and gaming performance, and don't mind paying more, the Samsung S95B (OLED) is the preferred choice. If you’re looking for a more budget-friendly option that still offers good performance, especially in well-lit environments, the Samsung Q80C (LCD) is a sensible pick. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Samsung Q80C (LCD)
- The Samsung Q80C (LCD) has no clear advantages over the Samsung S95B (OLED).
Advantages of the Samsung S95B (OLED)
- Very good for bright room
- Excellent for dark room
- Excellent for gaming
- Excellent for movies & TV
- Very good for sports
- Excellent for news, talk, & other TV
- Excellent for cartoons & animation
- Excellent for use as monitor
- Very good for upscaling
- Best in class viewing angle
- Best in class reflections
Key differences
Picture Quality
7.0
9.4
5.55/10
CONTRAST
10.00/10
7.8/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
9.1/10
LED FALD
PANEL TYPE
RGB OLED
IPS
PANEL SUB-TYPE
QD-OLED
The Samsung S95B (OLED) has excellent picture quality, while the Samsung Q80C (LCD) has good picture quality.
Movies & TV
6.1
9.4
5.55/10
CONTRAST
10.00/10
4.4/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
10.0/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
8.0/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
No
The Samsung S95B (OLED) is excellent for movies & TV, while the Samsung Q80C (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung S95B (OLED) excels in movie and cinematic TV viewing due to its perfect contrast, exceptional black uniformity, and superior viewing angles which are intrinsic qualities of OLED technology. The Samsung Q80C (LCD), while being good in its own right, falls short in contrast and black uniformity due to its LED backlighting and is more suited to brighter rooms where its lower reflectivity provides an advantage over the S95B's glossy finish.
Sports
6.8
8.7
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.2/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
8.0/10
8.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.8/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung S95B (OLED) is very good for sports, while the Samsung Q80C (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung S95B with its OLED screen excels at response time and excellent motion processing, ensuring clear images during fast sports scenes and wide viewing angles that allow groups to watch comfortably from different positions; its ability to handle reflections is also top-notch, minimizing distractions from ambient light. On the other hand, the Samsung Q80C, an LCD model, falls short in these areas, with its poorer reflection handling and narrower viewing angles making it less ideal for sports in comparison, though it maintains fair motion processing and response time that could suffice for casual viewing.
Gaming
8.1
9.4
7.8/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
9.4/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.2/10
60.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
100.0/100
8.1/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.2/10
The Samsung S95B (OLED) is excellent for gaming, while the Samsung Q80C (LCD) is very good.
The Samsung S95B (OLED) offers excellent response times and input lag, which is why it's ideal for fast, competitive gaming, whereas the Samsung Q80C (LCD) has good response times and input lag, suitable for casual gaming but may not be as smooth or responsive as the S95B. Both have high refresh rates enhancing the gaming experience, but the superior response time and input lag on the S95B make it better suited for gamers looking for top performance.
Cartoons & Animation
7.2
9.4
7.3/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
9.3/10
7.8/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
9.1/10
8.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.8/10
6.5/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
9.1/10
7.0/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
9.8/10
The Samsung S95B (OLED) is excellent for cartoons & animation, while the Samsung Q80C (LCD) is good.
The Samsung S95B (OLED) provides excellent colors straight out of the box and has an excellent color gamut, making it ideal for vibrant and diverse colors needed for cartoons and animation. In contrast, the Samsung Q80C (LCD) offers fair performance with colors out of the box and good color gamut, which may result in less vivid animation compared to the S95B's superior OLED display.
News, Talk, & Other TV
7.2
9.2
8.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.8/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
8.0/10
The Samsung S95B (OLED) is excellent for news, talk, & other TV, while the Samsung Q80C (LCD) is good.
The Samsung Q80C (LCD) is good for watching regular TV programs as it offers very good upscaling and SDR brightness, with good color gamut and decent performance across other listed factors. However, the Samsung S95B (OLED) is excellent for these programs due to its superior upscaling, color accuracy right out of the box, and wider color gamut, alongside top-notch brightness and contrast, making it particularly strong in creating vivid and sharp visuals.
Bright Room
7.2
8.4
7.7/10
VIEWING ANGLE
10.0/10
8.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.8/10
7.3/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.0/10
5.9/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
10.0/10
The Samsung S95B (OLED) is very good for bright room, while the Samsung Q80C (LCD) is good.
The Samsung Q80C (LCD) is good for watching TV in bright rooms due to its very good SDR and HDR brightness and excellent handling of reflections. In comparison, the Samsung S95B (OLED) provides even better performance with its best-in-class HDR brightness and reflection handling, which makes it very good for bright room viewing but at a higher price point.
Cost
$1,298
$1,697
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The Samsung Q80C (LCD) has a price of $1,298 and the Samsung S95B (OLED) costs $1,697.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Samsung Q80C (LCD) | Samsung S95B (OLED) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,298 | $1,697 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Samsung | Samsung | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 2, 2023 | April 2, 2022 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | QN65Q80C | QN65S95B | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 65" | 65" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Tizen | Tizen | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 7.3/10 | 8.3/10 | |
NextGen Ready | |||
NextGen Ready | No | Yes | |
HDMI Ports | |||
HDMI Ports | 4 | 4 | |
Coax Ports | |||
Coax Ports | 1 | 1 | |
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Picture Quality Score | |||
Picture Quality Score | 7/10 | 9.4/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 7.3/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.2/10 | 9.5/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 6.2/10 | 9.5/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.9/10 | 8.7/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 32.6" x 56.9" x 1.8" | 32.5" x 56.9" x 1.6" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 35.1" x 56.9" | 35.1" x 56.9" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | Unknown | 47.8 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 400 x 300 | 300 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 | 10/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 5.7/10 | 10/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.2 | 2.2.2 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 40 W | 60 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | No | |
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Steven Cohen | March 2023
"Samsung's S95B is easily one of the best high-end 4K TVs on the market. S95B is able to achieve industry-leading color performance and a brighter screen than typical OLEDs. In fact, the display's OLED color coverage is nearly in a class of its own. The S95B is a beautiful TV, even when it's off. The display has a pleasing, minimalist design with nearly bezel-less borders and an impressively thin profile."
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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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