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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Samsung Q80C is less expensive and is quite capable for gaming and watching sports. However, it doesn't excel in dark room conditions and has a narrower viewing angle. On the other hand, the Sony A95L costs more but offers exceptional overall picture quality, making it ideal for movies and series in bright and dark rooms alike. It also has a broader viewing angle and superior sound quality, which could enhance your viewing experience. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Samsung Q80C (LCD)
- The Samsung Q80C (LCD) has no clear advantages over the Sony A95L (OLED).
Advantages of the Sony A95L (OLED)
- Excellent for bright room
- Best in class for dark room
- Best in class for gaming
- Best in class for movies & TV
- Best in class for sports
- Best in class for news, talk, & other TV
- Best in class for cartoons & animation
- Best in class for use as monitor
- Best in class for upscaling
- Best in class motion processing
- Best in class viewing angle
- Best in class reflections
Key differences
Picture Quality
7.0
10.0
5.55/10
CONTRAST
10.00/10
7.8/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
9.3/10
LED FALD
PANEL TYPE
RGB OLED
IPS
PANEL SUB-TYPE
QD-OLED
The Sony A95L (OLED) has best in class picture quality, while the Samsung Q80C (LCD) has good picture quality.
Movies & TV
6.1
10.0
5.55/10
CONTRAST
10.00/10
4.4/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
10.0/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
No
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The Sony A95L (OLED) is best in class for movies & TV, while the Samsung Q80C (LCD) is only fair.
The Sony A95L excels in watching movies and cinematic TV due to its impeccable contrast, perfect black uniformity, and superior color performance right out of the box, leading to rich, true-to-life visuals, especially in dark scenes; plus, its wide viewing angles ensure consistent quality no matter where you sit. In contrast, the Samsung Q80C, while delivering good performance for its price, falls short with lower contrast, less effective black uniformity, and less accurate colors initially, which means movie watchers may notice less depth in dark scenes and colors that might not pop as much.
Sports
6.8
10.0
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
10.0/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
8.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.1/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Sony A95L (OLED) is best in class for sports, while the Samsung Q80C (LCD) is only fair.
The Sony A95L excels in watching sports due to its best-in-class motion processing and lightning-fast response time, which ensure smooth action without blurring, on top of which its superb viewing angles allow groups to watch without losing image quality. In contrast, while the Samsung Q80C is fair for sports, it has limitations with poorer motion processing and response time, so fast-paced action might not be as fluid, and its lower performance at different viewing angles can lead to a less consistent picture when not viewed head-on.
Gaming
8.1
10.0
7.8/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
10.0/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
10.0/10
60.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
100.0/100
8.1/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.6/10
The Sony A95L (OLED) is best in class for gaming, while the Samsung Q80C (LCD) is very good.
The Sony A95L outperforms the Samsung Q80C in gaming primarily due to its faster response time and lower input lag, which are crucial for a smooth and responsive gaming experience. The A95L being an OLED with a high refresh rate further enhances motion clarity, while the Q80C, although good for gaming with a solid input lag performance, lacks the exceptional response time and fluidity of OLED technology found in the A95L.
Cartoons & Animation
7.2
10.0
7.3/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
10.0/10
7.8/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
9.3/10
8.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.1/10
6.5/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
9.5/10
7.0/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
9.8/10
The Sony A95L (OLED) is best in class for cartoons & animation, while the Samsung Q80C (LCD) is good.
The Sony A95L excels in displaying vibrant and true-to-life colors straight out of the box and supports a wider range of colors, making it the top choice for cartoons and animation. However, the Samsung Q80C, while providing fair color accuracy without needing adjustments, may not offer the same richness and breadth in color representation compared to the Sony A95L, which can limit the vibrancy of animated content.
News, Talk, & Other TV
7.2
10.0
8.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.1/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
The Sony A95L (OLED) is best in class for news, talk, & other TV, while the Samsung Q80C (LCD) is good.
The Samsung Q80C excels in upscaling and delivering high SDR brightness, which are crucial for watching news and talk shows that often do not broadcast in high definition. However, the Sony A95L, with its superior OLED screen, offers better performance out of the box in terms of color accuracy and range, as well as higher contrast, making it an exceptional choice when these factors are more important than upscaling and SDR brightness.
Bright Room
7.2
9.0
7.7/10
VIEWING ANGLE
10.0/10
8.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.1/10
7.3/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.2/10
5.9/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
10.0/10
The Sony A95L (OLED) is excellent for bright room, while the Samsung Q80C (LCD) is good.
The Samsung Q80C, while having very good SDR and HDR brightness, struggles with reflections handling, which can affect viewing in bright rooms. In contrast, the Sony A95L also has very good SDR and HDR brightness but handles reflections superbly, making it better suited for bright environments. Additionally, while both have high contrast and good to excellent color volume and gamut, the Sony A95L outperforms in these areas, contributing to its superior performance in bright rooms.
Cost
$1,298
$2,898
$0
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
$5,000
The Samsung Q80C (LCD) has a price of $1,298 and the Sony A95L (OLED) costs $2,898.
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How the Samsung Q80C (LCD) and the Sony A95L (OLED) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Samsung Q80C (LCD) | Sony A95L (OLED) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,298 | $2,898 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Samsung | Sony | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 2, 2023 | August 7, 2023 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | QN65Q80C | XR-65A95L | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 65" | 65" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Tizen | Google TV | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 7.3/10 | 8.9/10 | |
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 | 10/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 7.3/10 | 9/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.2/10 | 10/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 6.2/10 | 10/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.9/10 | 10/10 | |
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" | 32.7" x 56.9" x 1.4" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 35.1" x 56.9" | 33.9" x 56.9" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | Unknown | 51.6 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 400 x 300 | 300 x 300 | |
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 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 40 W | 60 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes | |
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 Sony
Sony stands as a highly experienced and widely trusted TV manufacturer, earning a reputation that surpasses all others. A Japanese company, Sony has been making TVs for far longs than it has been making Playstation game consoles. Sony's high-end TVs are often regarded as the ultimate choice for videophiles, representing the epitome of quality, albeit at a premium price point. Renowned for their advanced and precise motion handling, as well as their cutting-edge local dimming algorithms, Sony consistently delivers unparalleled performance in these areas. They include Google TV software with all their TV sets, which grants access to the largest selection of apps available and they also include Bravia Core which is a movie streaming platform specifically for Sony TVs that offers higher picture quality by using more bandwidth.
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