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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Samsung QN90B is typically much less expensive and offers excellent bright-room performance, which makes it a good choice if you often watch TV in a well-lit environment. However, the Sony A95L provides a superior overall picture quality with stronger performance in dark rooms, thanks to its OLED screen. The A95L is also a newer model and may have more advanced technology. If you prioritize top-tier picture quality and can afford a higher price, the Sony A95L would be a compelling option. For gaming, both are strong performers, but the A95L has a slight edge. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Samsung QN90B (LCD)
- Best in class for bright room
Advantages of the Sony A95L (OLED)
- 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
8.2
10.0
7.00/10
CONTRAST
10.00/10
8.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
9.3/10
miniLED FALD
PANEL TYPE
RGB OLED
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
QD-OLED
The Sony A95L (OLED) has best in class picture quality, while the Samsung QN90B (LCD) has very good picture quality.
Movies & TV
8.1
10.0
7.00/10
CONTRAST
10.00/10
7.0/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
10.0/10
8.0/10
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 QN90B (LCD) is very good.
The Sony A95L (OLED) stands out for watching movies and cinematic TV because it delivers perfect blacks and has superior viewing angles due to its OLED technology, enhancing contrast, local dimming, and black uniformity. In comparison, the Samsung QN90B (LCD) offers very good performance with its LED technology, providing excellent brightness and colors out of the box, but it's less effective in dark room performance and viewing angles than the OLED.
Sports
7.1
10.0
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
10.0/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
9.4/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.1/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Sony A95L (OLED) is best in class for sports, while the Samsung QN90B (LCD) is good.
The Sony A95L offers the best response time and motion processing, which are crucial for the clarity of fast-moving sports content, along with superior viewing angles and reflection handling, which enhance the viewing experience from different positions and in various lighting conditions. While the Samsung QN90B excels in the similar categories, it falls slightly short in comparison, particularly in viewing angles and reflection handling, making the Sony A95L the better option for sports enthusiasts who seek the top performance in these areas.
Gaming
8.3
10.0
8.3/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
10.0/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
10.0/10
70.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
100.0/100
9.3/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.6/10
The Sony A95L (OLED) is best in class for gaming, while the Samsung QN90B (LCD) is very good.
The Sony A95L offers superior performance as a gaming TV because it has the best response times and input lag which are crucial for fast-paced gaming, supported by its OLED technology and higher refresh rate. While the Samsung QN90B is an excellent choice for gaming with its strong performance in response time and input lag, the A95L's OLED display outperforms the QN90B's LCD in these critical gaming aspects.
Cartoons & Animation
8.8
10.0
7.8/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
10.0/10
8.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
9.3/10
9.4/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.1/10
9.5/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
9.5/10
6.6/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
9.8/10
The Sony A95L (OLED) is best in class for cartoons & animation, while the Samsung QN90B (LCD) is very good.
The Sony A95L (OLED) stands out for animation with its best-rated colors out of the box and expansive color gamut, ensuring vibrant and varied hues. The Samsung QN90B (LCD) also performs very well with strong colors straight from the packaging and a good color gamut, but its LED technology might not match the OLED's range of colors and deep contrasts.
News, Talk, & Other TV
9.0
10.0
9.4/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.1/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
The Sony A95L (OLED) is best in class for news, talk, & other TV, while the Samsung QN90B (LCD) is excellent.
Bright Room
9.7
9.0
7.4/10
VIEWING ANGLE
10.0/10
9.4/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.1/10
9.3/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.2/10
9.0/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
10.0/10
The Samsung QN90B (LCD) is best in class for bright room, while the Sony A95L (OLED) is excellent.
The Samsung QN90B's excellent SDR and HDR brightness and very good reflections handling make it well-suited for bright rooms, while the Sony A95L's very good SDR and HDR brightness, and best-in-class reflections handling allow for good performance in bright settings too, despite its slightly lower brightness levels compared to the Samsung. However, the OLED technology of the Sony gives it superior contrast and color volume, which could enhance the viewing experience even if its brightness isn't as high as the Samsung's miniLED backlighting.
Cost
$1,600
$2,898
$0
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
$5,000
The Samsung QN90B (LCD) has a price of $1,600 and the Sony A95L (OLED) costs $2,898.
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How the Samsung QN90B (LCD) and the Sony A95L (OLED) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
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| Samsung QN90B (LCD) | Sony A95L (OLED) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,600 | $2,898 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Samsung | Sony | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 4, 2022 | August 7, 2023 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | QN65QN90B | 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 | 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 | 10/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 9.8/10 | 9/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.4/10 | 10/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 8.1/10 | 10/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 7.2/10 | 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" | 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 | 53.8 lbs | 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 | 7/10 | 10/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 8/10 | 10/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 4.2.2 | 2.2 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 60 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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Michael Desjardin | October 2022
"The QN90B delivers one of the brightest pictures we’ve ever seen, showcasing HDR content better than just about every LCD/LED TV on the market. If all you’re planning on doing is watching cable TV, broadcast channels, and a fair share of streaming shows or movies, the QN90B is sure to impress. All four of the QN90B’s HDMI 2.1 ports support 4K gaming at 120fps a centerpiece feature of the Xbox Series X and PlayStation 5."
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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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