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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Samsung QN90B is a premium choice with superior overall picture quality, including in bright rooms and for gaming, compared to the Vizio M-Series. The QN90B has features like higher SDR and HDR brightness, better local dimming, and wider viewing angles, which enhance the viewing experience for movies, sports, and using it as a monitor. It also supports a 120Hz refresh rate, ideal for gaming and fast action content, and has better sound quality with great speakers. On the other hand, while the Vizio M-Series is more budget-friendly and still performs decently, especially for movies, it has lower brightness, less powerful local dimming, and a narrower viewing angle which means it may not perform as well in brightly lit rooms or for off-angle viewing. It also has a 60Hz refresh rate, which is adequate for most content but may not be as smooth for gaming or fast-paced sports. So if investing more for a robust feature set and top-notch performance is within your budget, the Samsung QN90B would be the better choice. However, if you're looking for a more affordable option that still offers a good viewing experience, especially in darker environments or if you mainly watch movies, the Vizio M-Series could be more appropriate. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Samsung QN90B (LCD)
- Best in class for bright room
- Very good for gaming
- Very good for movies & TV
- Good for sports
- Excellent for news, talk, & other TV
- Very good for use as monitor
- Very good for upscaling
- Very good motion processing
- Good viewing angle
- Excellent reflections
Advantages of the Vizio M-Series (LCD)
- The Vizio M-Series (LCD) has no clear advantages over the Samsung QN90B (LCD).
Key differences
Picture Quality
8.2
7.6
7.00/10
CONTRAST
7.88/10
8.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.8/10
miniLED FALD
PANEL TYPE
LED FALD
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The Samsung QN90B (LCD) has very good picture quality, while the Vizio M-Series (LCD) has good picture quality.
Sports
7.1
6.2
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
6.6/10
9.4/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.5/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung QN90B (LCD) is good for sports, while the Vizio M-Series (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung QN90B excels in motion processing and has excellent response time, which makes fast-moving sports look clearer, while its superior handling of reflections means it's better for brightly-lit rooms. In contrast, the Vizio M-Series has fair motion processing, slower response time making fast sports action less clear, and it doesn't handle reflections as well, which can be a detriment in well-lit environments.
Gaming
8.3
6.4
8.3/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
6.7/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
70.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
60.0/100
9.3/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.0/10
The Samsung QN90B (LCD) is very good for gaming, while the Vizio M-Series (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung QN90B stands out in gaming due to its very good response time, leading to fewer motion blur issues, and its top-ranked input lag, ensuring minimal delay between user actions and on-screen reactions. On the other hand, the Vizio M-Series, while having very good input lag, is considered fair for gaming primarily because of its lower response time, which can result in more noticeable motion blur during fast-paced gaming.
News, Talk, & Other TV
9.0
7.6
9.4/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.5/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
6.6/10
The Samsung QN90B (LCD) is excellent for news, talk, & other TV, while the Vizio M-Series (LCD) is good.
The Samsung QN90B shines in upscaling and SDR brightness, providing an excellent experience when watching news and TV programs, along with producing vibrant colors out of the box. On the other hand, while the Vizio M-Series is also quite capable, it offers a good level of SDR brightness and very good color accuracy out of the box but falls a bit short in upscaling when compared to the Samsung QN90B.
Bright Room
9.7
6.6
7.4/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.0/10
9.4/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.5/10
9.3/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
9.0/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
6.6/10
The Samsung QN90B (LCD) is best in class for bright room, while the Vizio M-Series (LCD) is only fair.
Cost
$1,600
$750
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Samsung QN90B (LCD) has a price of $1,600 and the Vizio M-Series (LCD) costs $750.
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Key similarities
Movies & TV
8.1
7.6
7.00/10
CONTRAST
7.88/10
7.0/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
6.7/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
6.6/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Samsung QN90B (LCD) to be very good for movies & TV, while the Vizio M-Series (LCD) is good.
The Samsung QN90B offers excellent local dimming and black uniformity, enhancing contrast and making it very good for movies and cinematic TV, although its color accuracy out of the box and viewing angles are somewhat less impressive. Conversely, the Vizio M-Series, while it provides good black uniformity and color accuracy out of the box, falls short with its local dimming and particularly its subpar viewing angles, resulting in a good but less exceptional performance for watching movies and cinematic TV.
Cartoons & Animation
8.8
8.3
7.8/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
8.1/10
8.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.8/10
9.4/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.5/10
9.5/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
8.3/10
6.6/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.8/10
The Samsung QN90B (LCD) and Vizio M-Series (LCD) are both very good for cartoons & animation.
The Samsung QN90B excels in cartoons and animations due to its top-tier performance in colors out of the box, ensuring vibrant and accurate color reproduction immediately upon usage. The Vizio M-Series also displays very good colors out of the box, with a color gamut that contributes to rich and broad color ranges suitable for colorful content like cartoons.
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Spec Comparison
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| Samsung QN90B (LCD) | Vizio M-Series (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,600 | $750 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Samsung | Vizio | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 4, 2022 | July 4, 2021 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | QN65QN90B | M65Q7-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 | 8/10 | |
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 | 7.6/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 9.8/10 | 6.7/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.4/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 8.1/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 7.2/10 | 6.3/10 | |
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" | 32.9" x 57" x 3.4" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 35.1" x 56.9" | 34.1" x 57" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 53.8 lbs | 51.1 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 | 7.9/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 8/10 | 5.7/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 4.2.2 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 60 W | 20 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Bypass only | |
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 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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