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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Samsung QN90A is a premium-priced TV that offers outstanding picture quality, superior performance in gaming, and better handling of bright room conditions compared to the Vizio P-Series, which is less expensive. The QN90A also has better viewing angles, reflection handling, and higher HDR brightness. Additionally, it features great built-in speakers. On the other hand, the Vizio P-Series is a midrange-priced TV offering good value for its cost, but with lower picture quality and performance in sports and a considerably narrower viewing angle. It doesn't perform as well as the Samsung in bright rooms and lacks built-in speakers of comparable quality. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Samsung QN90A (LCD)
- Best in class for bright room
- Very good for gaming
- Very good for movies & TV
- Good for sports
- Very good for news, talk, & other TV
- Very good for use as monitor
- Very good for upscaling
- Very good motion processing
- Excellent reflections
Advantages of the Vizio P-Series (LCD)
- The Vizio P-Series (LCD) has no clear advantages over the Samsung QN90A (LCD).
Key differences
Sports
7.0
6.4
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
5.3/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.6/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
5.7/10
9.4/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.8/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung QN90A (LCD) is good for sports, while the Vizio P-Series (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung QN90A delivers a better experience for sports watching due to its superior motion processing and reflection handling, which are crucial for fast action clarity and minimizing distraction from lights. Conversely, the Vizio P-Series falls short with fair motion processing and reflection management and a narrower viewing angle which makes it less ideal for group sports viewing in bright rooms.
Gaming
8.3
7.7
8.3/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
6.0/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.6/10
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
5.3/10
70.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
70.0/100
9.3/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.6/10
The Samsung QN90A (LCD) is very good for gaming, while the Vizio P-Series (LCD) is good.
The Samsung QN90A stands out for gaming because it has a higher response time and the lowest input lag, making it more responsive for fast-paced gaming. Conversely, the Vizio P-Series, while still good for gaming, has a lower response time and higher input lag, which may result in slightly slower performance during gameplay.
News, Talk, & Other TV
8.9
7.2
9.4/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.8/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
5.7/10
The Samsung QN90A (LCD) is very good for news, talk, & other TV, while the Vizio P-Series (LCD) is good.
The Samsung QN90A excels in upscaling lower-resolution content, which is vital for news and talk shows that aren't always broadcast in high definition, and it offers a brighter screen for SDR content, making it suitable for well-lit rooms. In contrast, while the Vizio P-Series also provides good upscaling and SDR brightness, it may not handle lower-resolution content as adeptly as the Samsung model and might be slightly dimmer in SDR, although it still presents a good picture for everyday TV programs.
Bright Room
9.7
8.9
6.5/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.2/10
9.4/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.8/10
9.3/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.3/10
9.0/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
8.6/10
The Samsung QN90A (LCD) is best in class for bright room, while the Vizio P-Series (LCD) is very good.
Cost
$1,470
$998
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Samsung QN90A (LCD) has a price of $1,470 and the Vizio P-Series (LCD) costs $998.
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Key similarities
Picture Quality
8.1
7.9
7.00/10
CONTRAST
8.00/10
8.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
8.1/10
miniLED FALD
PANEL TYPE
LED FALD
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Samsung QN90A (LCD) to have very good picture quality, while the Vizio P-Series (LCD) has good picture quality.
Movies & TV
8.0
7.7
7.00/10
CONTRAST
8.00/10
7.0/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
7.0/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
5.7/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Samsung QN90A (LCD) to be very good for movies & TV, while the Vizio P-Series (LCD) is good.
The Samsung QN90A stands out for watching movies and cinematic TV due to its superior colors out of the box and better viewing angles, contributing to an overall better picture quality. In comparison, the Vizio P-Series, with its higher contrast ratio thanks to its LED FALD panel, offers deeper blacks and good color volume which is essential for a good cinema experience but falls short in color accuracy and a narrower viewing angle.
Cartoons & Animation
8.8
8.3
7.8/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
8.3/10
8.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
8.1/10
9.4/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.8/10
9.5/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
7.2/10
6.4/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.4/10
The Samsung QN90A (LCD) and Vizio P-Series (LCD) are both very good for cartoons & animation.
The Samsung QN90A excels in providing vibrant colors right out of the box and has a wide color gamut, which means cartoons and animations appear colorful and accurate on the screen. The Vizio P-Series also displays a good range of colors and has a good color volume, ensuring that cartoons are presented with vivid hues and consistent quality across the screen.
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Spec Comparison
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| Samsung QN90A (LCD) | Vizio P-Series (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,470 | $998 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Samsung | Vizio | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 4, 2021 | July 1, 2021 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | QN65QN90A | P65Q9-J01 | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 65" | 65" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Tizen | SmartCast | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 8.3/10 | 6.9/10 | |
NextGen Ready | |||
NextGen Ready | Yes | No | |
HDMI Ports | |||
HDMI Ports | 4 | 4 | |
Coax Ports | |||
Coax Ports | 1 | 1 | |
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Picture Quality Score | |||
Picture Quality Score | 8.2/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 9.8/10 | 9/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.4/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 8.1/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 7/10 | 6.4/10 | |
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" | 32.9" x 57" x 3.4" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 35.2" x 56.9" | 34.7" x 57" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 53.8 lbs | 53.3 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 400 x 300 | 400 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 | 7/10 | 8/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 8/10 | 6.5/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 4.2.2 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 60 W | 30 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Bypass only | Yes | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | Up to DTS Digital Surround, Bypass only | |
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Brian Westover | October 2021
"We were even more pleased to see that performance had improved across the board, with the display offering better color, brightness, and shorter lag times than the already excellent Roku model. Color accuracy was great right out of the box. The TCL 5-Series Google TV becomes a great option for demanding gamers."
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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 Vizio
Vizio is an American company. While they initially gained recognition for offering budget-friendly TVs, they have successfully expanded their product lineup to include high-end options as well. They manufacture TVs primarily in Mexico, China, and Vietnam. Similar to many Korean TV brands, Vizio developed its own smart TV software called SmartCast. In the past, SmartCast was not the best smart TV software, but it has evolved so that it is now good for using your TV and connecting to streaming services.
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