If you prioritize a higher-quality picture, especially in bright rooms, and better performance for gaming, the Samsung QN90A is a great choice but at a premium price. It also offers excellent color quality right out of the box and very low input lag for gaming. Meanwhile, the TCL S455 is a budget-friendly option, and while it offers good performance for its price, it doesn't match the Samsung in dark room performance, brightness, or color quality. However, it excels in black uniformity, which is good for dark scenes in movies. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Samsung QN90A (LCD)
Best in class for bright room
Good for dark room
Very good for gaming
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
Very good motion processing
Excellent reflections
Advantages of the TCL S455 (LCD)
The TCL S455 (LCD) has no clear advantages over the Samsung QN90A (LCD).
Key differences
Picture Quality
8.1/10
6.5/10
7.00/10
CONTRAST
6.43/10
8.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.3/10
miniLED FALD
PANEL TYPE
LED
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The Samsung QN90A (LCD) has very good picture quality, while the TCL S455 (LCD) has only fair picture quality.
Movies & TV
8.0/10
6.0/10
7.00/10
CONTRAST
6.43/10
7.0/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
9.2/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
No
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
No
The Samsung QN90A (LCD) is very good for movies & TV, while the TCL S455 (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung QN90A excels in watching movies & cinematic TV primarily due to its high contrast, superior local dimming, and excellent black uniformity, which together enhance the viewing experience by deepening black levels and improving picture detail in darker scenes. On the other hand, the TCL S455's performance is fair, as it has lower contrast, significantly weaker local dimming, and, despite great black uniformity, it falls short on delivering the same depth and detail, particularly noticeable in movies that rely on shadow detail. Additionally, the QN90A has better color performance out of the box, a wider color volume, and more consistent gray uniformity, which contribute to more vibrant and even picture quality.
Sports
7.0/10
6.1/10
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
9.4/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.3/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung QN90A (LCD) is good for sports, while the TCL S455 (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung QN90A has excellent motion processing and response time, which means it's well-equipped to handle fast-paced sports without blurring or lag, and its superior handling of reflections suits well-lit environments. On the other hand, the TCL S455 has fair motion processing and response time, making it less ideal for sports, and it also performs worse in bright rooms due to its lower reflection handling capabilities.
Gaming
8.3/10
5.7/10
8.3/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
6.0/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
70.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
10.0/100
9.3/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
The Samsung QN90A (LCD) is very good for gaming, while the TCL S455 (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung QN90A offers excellent response time and input lag, making it very good for gaming, whereas the TCL S455 has fair response time and also good input lag but is considered poor for gaming, possibly due to a lower refresh rate and less effective motion handling. Lower response time and input lag are crucial for a smoother gaming experience, especially in fast-paced games.
Cartoons & Animation
8.8/10
6.0/10
7.8/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
5.9/10
8.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.3/10
9.4/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.3/10
9.5/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
6.6/10
6.4/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
5.8/10
The Samsung QN90A (LCD) is very good for cartoons & animation, while the TCL S455 (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung QN90A excels in watching cartoons and animation because it showcases vibrant and accurate colors straight out of the box and has a good color gamut, providing a wide range of colors that make animated content pop. In contrast, the TCL S455 offers less impressive performance with fair color accuracy and a poorer color gamut, resulting in a less vivid and detailed portrayal of cartoons and animated content.
News, Talk, & Other TV
8.9/10
6.4/10
9.4/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.3/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
The Samsung QN90A (LCD) is very good for news, talk, & other TV, while the TCL S455 (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung QN90A delivers excellent upscaling and SDR brightness, with high contrast and an impressive range of colors out of the box, which enhances the viewing experience for news and talk shows. In contrast, the TCL S455's fair performance in upscaling and SDR brightness, lower contrast, and less accurate color reproduction results in a less vibrant and detailed image for similar content.
Bright Room
9.7/10
6.0/10
6.5/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.1/10
9.4/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.3/10
9.3/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.6/10
9.0/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
6.3/10
The Samsung QN90A (LCD) is best in class for bright room, while the TCL S455 (LCD) is only fair.
Cost
$1,470
$584
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Samsung QN90A (LCD) has a price of $1,470 and the TCL S455 (LCD) costs $584.
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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 TCL
TCL, the highly recognizable TV brand from China, has firmly established itself as the second-largest manufacturer in terms of sales volume. Renowned for striking an impressive balance between affordability, picture quality, and design, TCL TVs deliver a compelling overall package. While they have traditionally excelled in the low-end and midrange TV segments, TCL has recently made remarkable strides in the realm of high-end televisions, introducing impressive models that rival top competitors. Most TCL TVs use Roku software which is very user friendly and easy to use, but they have a few other models that use Google TV which has the largest app selection, but is not as user friendly as Roku.
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