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The Samsung QN95B might be a better choice if you're looking for superior gaming performance and slightly better picture quality in a bright room. It also performs well with sports content and has an upgraded refresh rate, which could enhance motion clarity. However, it is often more expensive than the Samsung QN90A. The Samsung QN90A is a good option if you want to save money while still getting a high-quality TV that performs well in both bright and dark environments, and also delivers excellent movie and gaming experiences. Both models have great speakers and are suitable for a wide range of content, but the QN95B edges out slightly in overall performance. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Samsung QN90A (LCD)
- The Samsung QN90A (LCD) has no clear advantages over the Samsung QN95B (LCD).
Advantages of the Samsung QN95B (LCD)
- Excellent for news, talk, & other TV
- Excellent for cartoons & animation
Key similarities
Picture Quality
8.1
8.3
7.00/10
CONTRAST
7.00/10
8.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
8.3/10
miniLED FALD
PANEL TYPE
miniLED FALD
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The Samsung QN95B (LCD) and Samsung QN90A (LCD) both have very good picture quality.
Movies & TV
8.0
8.1
7.00/10
CONTRAST
7.00/10
7.0/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
7.2/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
8.0/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
No
The Samsung QN95B (LCD) and Samsung QN90A (LCD) are both very good for movies & TV.
The Samsung QN90A and QN95B both provide excellent contrast, local dimming, and black uniformity, making them suitable for movies and cinematic TV, with the QN95B having slightly better black uniformity and viewing angles. Although both models deliver vibrant colors out of the box, impressive color volume, and have decent gray uniformity, the QN95B edges out slightly with better gray uniformity and viewing angles which enhance the overall viewing experience.
Sports
7.0
7.2
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.0/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
8.0/10
9.4/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
10.0/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung QN95B (LCD) and Samsung QN90A (LCD) are both good for sports.
The Samsung QN90A offers good motion processing and reflection handling, key for sports viewing, but its narrower viewing angles and lower gray uniformity might be noticeable in large groups or when viewing off-center. Conversely, the Samsung QN95B, while also providing excellent motion processing and reflection handling, delivers slightly better viewing angles and gray uniformity, making it a marginally better choice for mixed seating environments. Both will perform well in terms of response time, a crucial factor for fast-paced sports action.
Gaming
8.3
8.8
8.3/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
8.3/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.0/10
70.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
70.0/100
9.3/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.3/10
The Samsung QN95B (LCD) and Samsung QN90A (LCD) are both very good for gaming.
The Samsung QN90A and Samsung QN95B are both excellent choices for gaming due to their low input lag and fast response times, ensuring smooth and responsive gameplay. The QN95B offers a slightly higher refresh rate for an even more fluid gaming experience compared to the QN90A.
Cartoons & Animation
8.8
9.0
7.8/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
8.0/10
8.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
8.3/10
9.4/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
10.0/10
9.5/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
9.5/10
6.4/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
7.7/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Samsung QN95B (LCD) to be excellent for cartoons & animation, while the Samsung QN90A (LCD) is very good.
News, Talk, & Other TV
8.9
9.0
9.4/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
10.0/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
8.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Samsung QN95B (LCD) to be excellent for news, talk, & other TV, while the Samsung QN90A (LCD) is very good.
The Samsung QN90A excels in upscaling and provides very good SDR brightness, making it suitable for watching news and other TV programs, while the Samsung QN95B offers even higher SDR brightness and maintains equally excellent upscaling abilities, enhancing visibility in bright room conditions and clarity for standard definition content. Additionally, both TVs display vibrant colors out of the box, which improves the overall viewing experience without the need for immediate calibration.
Bright Room
9.7
9.8
6.5/10
VIEWING ANGLE
6.8/10
9.4/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
10.0/10
9.3/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.4/10
9.0/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
9.2/10
The Samsung QN95B (LCD) and Samsung QN90A (LCD) are both best in class for bright room.
The Samsung QN95B outperforms the QN90A in SDR brightness, making it more suitable in bright rooms, while both TVs handle reflections excellently, ensuring minimal glare. Though both models present vibrant colors with good contrast, the superior brightness of the QN95B provides an advantage for HDR content viewing in well-lit environments.
Cost
$1,470
$1,497
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Samsung QN90A (LCD) has a price of $1,470 and the Samsung QN95B (LCD) costs $1,497.
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Spec Comparison
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| Samsung QN90A (LCD) | Samsung QN95B (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,470 | $1,497 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Samsung | Samsung | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 4, 2021 | May 2, 2022 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | QN65QN90A | QN65QN95B | |
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 | 8.3/10 | 8.9/10 | |
NextGen Ready | |||
NextGen Ready | Yes | Yes | |
HDMI Ports | |||
HDMI Ports | 4 | 4 | |
Coax Ports | |||
Coax Ports | 1 | 1 | |
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Picture Quality Score | |||
Picture Quality Score | 8.2/10 | 8.3/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 9.8/10 | 9.9/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.4/10 | 8.9/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 8.1/10 | 8.2/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 7/10 | 7.3/10 | |
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" | 32.7" x 57" x 0.7" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 35.2" x 56.9" | 35.4" x 57" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 53.8 lbs | 49.2 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 400 x 300 | 400 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 | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 8/10 | 8/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 4.2.2 | 4.2.2 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 60 W | 70 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Bypass only | Bypass only | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | No | |
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John Archer | March 2022
"Picture quality is fantastic truly mind-bogglingly good. It also plays into the screen’s gorgeous color performance, as spectacularly rich, vibrant tones now look both more consistently natural and balanced. With its extreme brightness and vibrant Quantum Dot color system, the QN95B delivers a dazzling demonstration of just how much of a difference HDR can make to picture quality."
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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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