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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Samsung QN90C is a premium option, with overall better picture quality, performance in bright rooms, and gaming capabilities, along with additional features like voice commands and a higher refresh rate. It's more suitable for a variety of content, including movies, sports, and gaming, especially in well-lit environments. However, it comes at a higher price. In contrast, the Vizio M-Series offers a respectable picture quality at a more affordable price, especially in dark rooms. It's capable for general viewing and has good contrast. If budget is a concern and you mainly watch movies in darker environments, the Vizio might be a better choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Samsung QN90C (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 M-Series (LCD)
- The Vizio M-Series (LCD) has no clear advantages over the Samsung QN90C (LCD).
Key differences
Sports
7.0
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
10.0/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.5/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung QN90C (LCD) is good for sports, while the Vizio M-Series (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung QN90C excels in response time, motion processing, and handling reflections, which are crucial for watching sports, making it a good fit for such content. Meanwhile, the Vizio M-Series, with lesser performance in these aspects and restricted viewing angles, is considered fair for sports viewing.
Gaming
8.2
6.4
7.8/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
6.7/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
75.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
60.0/100
8.9/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.0/10
The Samsung QN90C (LCD) is very good for gaming, while the Vizio M-Series (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung QN90C excels in gaming largely due to its higher response time and input lag scores, which mean faster on-screen reactions and less delay between your actions and what's displayed. In comparison, the Vizio M-Series, with fair scores in response time and input lag, may not be as quick or responsive, which is critical for a smooth gaming experience.
News, Talk, & Other TV
8.8
7.6
10.0/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.5/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
6.6/10
The Samsung QN90C (LCD) is very good for news, talk, & other TV, while the Vizio M-Series (LCD) is good.
The Samsung QN90C excels in upscaling lower-resolution content and delivers high SDR brightness, making it very suitable for news, talk shows, and regular TV programs in various lighting conditions. In comparison, while the Vizio M-Series does a good job with colors out of the box and has a good color gamut, its upscaling and SDR brightness levels aren't as strong, which might make it less ideal for brightly lit rooms or lower-resolution content.
Bright Room
9.7
6.6
6.5/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.0/10
10.0/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.5/10
8.8/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
9.0/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
6.6/10
The Samsung QN90C (LCD) is best in class for bright room, while the Vizio M-Series (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung QN90C outshines the Vizio M-Series in a bright room due to its superior SDR and HDR brightness levels, allowing for a more vivid picture even in well-lit conditions, and its excellent handling of reflections that helps reduce glare. Although the Vizio M-Series offers good contrast and color performance, its lower brightness and fair reflection handling make it less suitable for bright rooms.
Cost
$1,299
$750
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Samsung QN90C (LCD) has a price of $1,299 and the Vizio M-Series (LCD) costs $750.
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Key similarities
Picture Quality
8.1
7.6
7.38/10
CONTRAST
7.88/10
9.1/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.8/10
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 Vizio M-Series (LCD) has good picture quality.
Movies & TV
8.0
7.6
7.38/10
CONTRAST
7.88/10
6.8/10
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 QN90C (LCD) to be very good for movies & TV, while the Vizio M-Series (LCD) is good.
Cartoons & Animation
8.8
8.3
7.5/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
8.1/10
9.1/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.8/10
10.0/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.5/10
8.1/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
8.3/10
7.7/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.8/10
The Samsung QN90C (LCD) and Vizio M-Series (LCD) are both very good for cartoons & animation.
The Samsung QN90C and Vizio M-Series both have a "Very Good" performance for watching cartoons & animation due to their pleasing colors straight from the box and solid color gamut coverage, which are vital for vibrant, varied hues in animated content. While both TVs handle color well, the Samsung QN90C leads with a higher color volume, contributing to a broader range of colors, and better SDR brightness, improving the picture in well-lit rooms.
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How the Samsung QN90C (LCD) and the Vizio M-Series (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
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| Samsung QN90C (LCD) | Vizio M-Series (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,299 | $750 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Samsung | Vizio | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 2, 2023 | July 4, 2021 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | QN65QN90C | 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 | 8.1/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 9.7/10 | 6.7/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.3/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 8.1/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 7/10 | 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 1.1" | 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 | 53.4 lbs | 51.1 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 400 x 400 | 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 | 7.4/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 7/10 | 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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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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