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Updated January 16, 2024·
If you have a bright room, the Samsung QN90C excels with superior brightness, making it a better choice over the Sony X90L. For watching movies, the Sony may offer slightly better performance due to its local dimming feature that enhances dark scenes, albeit the Samsung does well too. Gamers would appreciate Samsung's gaming features and lower input lag, which is more favorable than Sony's for a responsive gaming experience. However, the Samsung's higher cost may not be justified if you're looking for a solid all-around TV and don't necessitate the best brightness or gaming features, in which case the Sony X90L offers good value. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Samsung QN90C (LCD)
- Best in class for bright room
- Very good for movies & TV
- Very good for use as monitor
- Excellent reflections
Advantages of the Sony X90L (LCD)
- Excellent for news, talk, & other TV
- Best in class for upscaling
- Best in class motion processing
Key differences
Bright Room
9.7
8.6
6.5/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.5/10
10.0/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.4/10
8.8/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.3/10
9.0/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
5.9/10
The Samsung QN90C (LCD) is best in class for bright room, while the Sony X90L (LCD) is very good.
The Samsung QN90C is superior for bright rooms as it has the best SDR brightness and excellent reflection handling, making it ideal for well-lit environments, while the Sony X90L, with excellent SDR brightness but poor reflections handling, is less optimal for brightly lit rooms despite good color volume and a wide color gamut that enhance picture quality.
Cost
$1,299
$998
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Samsung QN90C (LCD) has a price of $1,299 and the Sony X90L (LCD) costs $998.
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Key similarities
Picture Quality
8.1
7.8
7.38/10
CONTRAST
7.125/10
9.1/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
8.8/10
miniLED FALD
PANEL TYPE
LED FALD
ADS / IPS
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Samsung QN90C (LCD) to have very good picture quality, while the Sony X90L (LCD) has good picture quality.
Movies & TV
8.0
7.6
7.38/10
CONTRAST
7.125/10
6.8/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
6.0/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
No
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Samsung QN90C (LCD) to be very good for movies & TV, while the Sony X90L (LCD) is good.
The Samsung QN90C excels in movies and cinematic TV mainly because of its high contrast, robust local dimming, and solid black uniformity which together enhance deep black scenes and overall picture quality; however, its viewing angles are somewhat limited, which could impact group viewing. In contrast, while the Sony X90L has similarly good contrast and local dimming, its black uniformity isn't as strong as the Samsung's, leading to potentially less impressive dark scenes, but it does offer slightly better color out of the box, which is good for immediate viewing enjoyment.
Sports
7.0
7.2
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
10.0/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.0/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
10.0/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.4/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Sony X90L (LCD) and Samsung QN90C (LCD) are both good for sports.
The Samsung QN90C (LCD) is good for watching sports due to its strong response time and motion processing, which ensures fast-moving scenes appear clear, but its weaker viewing angles might limit the experience for groups. The Sony X90L (LCD), on the other hand, excels in motion processing and has a remarkably fast response time, providing a crisp display for dynamic sports action, although struggles with reflections could reduce visibility in well-lit rooms.
Gaming
8.2
8.1
7.8/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
8.0/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.0/10
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
10.0/10
75.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
73.0/100
8.9/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.6/10
The Samsung QN90C (LCD) and Sony X90L (LCD) are both very good for gaming.
The Samsung QN90C boasts the best input lag which is crucial for fast-paced gaming, while the Sony X90L provides a very good response time, important for clear images in motion; both support a high refresh rate for smooth gameplay performance.
Cartoons & Animation
8.8
8.6
7.5/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.7/10
9.1/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
8.8/10
10.0/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.4/10
8.1/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
8.0/10
7.7/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.6/10
The Samsung QN90C (LCD) and Sony X90L (LCD) are both very good for cartoons & animation.
The Samsung QN90C and Sony X90L are both praised for watching cartoons and animations largely due to their ability to display vivid and accurate colors straight out of the box, with both having a very good score in this aspect. Additionally, their color gamuts score as good, ensuring that a wide range of colors are accurately represented, which is crucial for the vibrant palettes typically used in such content.
News, Talk, & Other TV
8.8
9.0
10.0/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.4/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Sony X90L (LCD) to be excellent for news, talk, & other TV, while the Samsung QN90C (LCD) is very good.
The Samsung QN90C provides a 'Very Good' upscaling ability, which is important for watching lower-resolution content found in regular TV broadcasts and news programs, and also offers a 'Best' SDR brightness making it stand out in well-lit environments. On the other hand, the Sony X90L excels in upscaling with a slightly better performance that's key to enhancing detail for standard definition content, while its 'Excellent' SDR brightness ensures the picture remains clear and visible even in bright rooms.
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How the Samsung QN90C (LCD) and the Sony X90L (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
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| Samsung QN90C (LCD) | Sony X90L (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,299 | $998 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Samsung | Sony | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 2, 2023 | August 1, 2023 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | QN65QN90C | XR-65X90L | |
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 | 8.3/10 | |
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 | 7.8/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 9.7/10 | 8.6/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.3/10 | 8.2/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 8.1/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 7/10 | 7.2/10 | |
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 57" x 2.2" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 35.1" x 56.9" | 34" x 57" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 53.4 lbs | 53.4 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 400 x 400 | 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 | 7.4/10 | 7.1/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 7/10 | 6.8/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 4.2.2 | 2.2 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 60 W | 30 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | Up to DTS Digital Surround, Bypass only | |
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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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