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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Samsung QN90C (LCD) will perform better in bright rooms, while the Samsung S95C (OLED) provides superior picture quality in dark rooms. The QN90C is often significantly less expensive compared to the S95C, which is at a higher price point. For watching movies, gaming, or enjoying sports in a dark environment, the S95C's picture quality is excellent. However, if the TV will be used in a well-lit space, the QN90C's performance may be more suitable. The OLED technology of the S95C generally offers more vibrant colors and deeper blacks, though it's more prone to glare in bright conditions. The LCD tech of the QN90C, while not as rich in color contrast, is less reflective and usually more budget-friendly. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Samsung QN90C (LCD)
- Best in class for bright room
Advantages of the Samsung S95C (OLED)
- Best in class for dark room
- Best in class for gaming
- Excellent for movies & TV
- Very good for sports
- Excellent for news, talk, & other TV
- Excellent for cartoons & animation
- Best in class for use as monitor
- Best in class viewing angle
- Best in class reflections
Key differences
Picture Quality
8.1
9.5
7.38/10
CONTRAST
10.00/10
9.1/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
9.3/10
miniLED FALD
PANEL TYPE
RGB OLED
ADS / IPS
PANEL SUB-TYPE
QD-OLED
The Samsung S95C (OLED) has best in class picture quality, while the Samsung QN90C (LCD) has very good picture quality.
Movies & TV
8.0
9.4
7.38/10
CONTRAST
10.00/10
6.8/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
10.0/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
8.0/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
No
The Samsung S95C (OLED) is excellent for movies & TV, while the Samsung QN90C (LCD) is very good.
The Samsung S95C (OLED) is excellent for watching movies & cinematic TV because it provides perfect blacks due to its 100 contrast ratio and superb black uniformity, along with unrivaled viewing angles, making it outstanding for dark room viewing. In contrast, the Samsung QN90C (LCD) is very good for these types of content, offering high contrast and robust local dimming that enhances dark scene details, but its contrast and black uniformity, although very good, don't match the perfection of the OLED, and its viewing angles are more limited.
Sports
7.0
8.7
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.2/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
8.0/10
10.0/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.8/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung S95C (OLED) is very good for sports, while the Samsung QN90C (LCD) is good.
The Samsung QN90C is good for watching sports because it has excellent control of reflections and good response time, which is particularly important for fast-paced action, but it has a narrower viewing angle that might limit the experience from off-center seats. On the other hand, the Samsung S95C offers the best response time and even better handling of reflections, as well as a wider viewing angle which makes it great for watching from different positions in the room, suiting it very well for group sports watching, although it has only good gray uniformity compared to the QN90C's very good performance in that aspect.
Gaming
8.2
10.0
7.8/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
10.0/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.2/10
75.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
100.0/100
8.9/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.8/10
The Samsung S95C (OLED) is best in class for gaming, while the Samsung QN90C (LCD) is very good.
The Samsung S95C (OLED) offers the best gaming experience with its exceptionally quick response time and minimal input lag, making it ideal for fast-paced gaming. In contrast, while the Samsung QN90C (LCD) is very good for gaming with its admirable response time and input lag, it does not match the S95C's top-tier performance in these critical gaming attributes.
Cartoons & Animation
8.8
9.4
7.5/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
9.2/10
9.1/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
9.3/10
10.0/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.8/10
8.1/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
8.8/10
7.7/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
9.8/10
The Samsung S95C (OLED) is excellent for cartoons & animation, while the Samsung QN90C (LCD) is very good.
The Samsung S95C (OLED) excels in watching cartoons & animation due to its excellent color gamut and volume, providing vibrant, true-to-life colors right out of the box. Meanwhile, the Samsung QN90C (LCD) is very good with colors out of the box but has a more limited color gamut and volume, which means it may not display as wide a range of colors as vividly as the OLED model.
Bright Room
9.7
9.0
6.5/10
VIEWING ANGLE
10.0/10
10.0/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.8/10
8.8/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.5/10
9.0/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
10.0/10
The Samsung QN90C (LCD) is best in class for bright room, while the Samsung S95C (OLED) is excellent.
The Samsung QN90C (LCD) excels in very bright settings due to its top SDR and HDR brightness and excellent reflection handling, making it ideal for well-lit rooms. In contrast, the Samsung S95C (OLED) also performs well in bright rooms with good SDR and HDR brightness and the best reflection handling, coupled with perfect contrast and wider color gamut, providing a bit more vibrant picture quality.
Cost
$2,930
$3,300
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
$5,000
The Samsung QN90C (LCD) has a price of $2,930 and the Samsung S95C (OLED) costs $3,300.
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Key similarities
News, Talk, & Other TV
8.8
9.1
10.0/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.8/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
8.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Samsung S95C (OLED) to be excellent for news, talk, & other TV, while the Samsung QN90C (LCD) is very good.
The Samsung QN90C excels in SDR brightness, which is ideal for watching news and TV programs in brighter environments, and its upscaling capability ensures lower-resolution content is displayed clearly. In contrast, the Samsung S95C, with its OLED panel, offers superior local dimming and color gamut, enhancing contrast and color richness, making it excellent for vivid and lifelike viewing experiences even in less bright settings.
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How the Samsung QN90C (LCD) and the Samsung S95C (OLED) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
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| Samsung QN90C (LCD) | Samsung S95C (OLED) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$2,930 | $3,300 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Samsung | Samsung | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 2, 2023 | February 2, 2023 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | QN65QN90C | QN65S95C | |
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 | 8/10 | |
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 | 8.1/10 | 9.5/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 9.7/10 | 9/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.3/10 | 10/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 8.1/10 | 9.5/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 7/10 | 8.8/10 | |
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 1.1" | 32.7" x 56.8" x 0.4" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 35.1" x 56.9" | 35.2" x 56.8" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 53.4 lbs | Unknown | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 400 x 400 | 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 | 7.4/10 | 10/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 7/10 | 10/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 4.2.2 | 4.2.2 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 60 W | 70 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | No | |
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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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