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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you are looking for a TV that offers a better experience in dark rooms, such as watching movies or playing video games, the Samsung S95C OLED TV would be an excellent choice. It provides superior contrast and black levels, and generally delivers outstanding picture quality. On the other hand, if you are concerned about budget and want a TV that offers a good balance of performance in various lighting conditions, including bright rooms, the Samsung QN95B LCD TV may suit your needs better and typically comes at a somewhat lower price than the S95C OLED TV. Both TVs support gaming well with low input lag and good motion processing, but the OLED has a slight advantage in response time which can be preferable for fast-paced gaming. If audio is a consideration, both TVs have great built-in speakers. Lastly, the OLED TV typically has wider viewing angles, so if you often watch with a group spread around the room, the viewing experience would be more consistent for everyone with the S95C. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Samsung QN95B (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
- Best in class for use as monitor
- Best in class viewing angle
- Best in class reflections
Key differences
Picture Quality
8.3
9.5
7.00/10
CONTRAST
10.00/10
8.3/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
9.3/10
miniLED FALD
PANEL TYPE
RGB OLED
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
QD-OLED
The Samsung S95C (OLED) has best in class picture quality, while the Samsung QN95B (LCD) has very good picture quality.
Movies & TV
8.1
9.4
7.00/10
CONTRAST
10.00/10
7.2/10
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 QN95B (LCD) is very good.
The Samsung S95C excels in watching movies and cinematic TV due to its OLED technology, which provides perfect black uniformity and contrast, as well as a wide viewing angle, ensuring a consistent vivid picture regardless of your seating position. In comparison, the Samsung QN95B also offers a high contrast and good local dimming that improves black uniformity, but it won't match the S95C's perfect blacks and may show limitations when viewed from an angle.
Sports
7.2
8.7
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.2/10
144Hz
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 QN95B (LCD) is good.
The Samsung S95C has a better viewing angle and reflections handling, vital for clear viewing in bright rooms and from different seating positions, alongside a superior response time which minimizes motion blur, making it very good for watching sports. In contrast, the Samsung QN95B provides excellent motion processing and reflections handling, but it doesn't quite match the S95C's level, especially in terms of viewing angles that are crucial when watching with a group spread out across the room.
Gaming
8.8
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
8.2/10
70.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
100.0/100
9.3/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.8/10
The Samsung S95C (OLED) is best in class for gaming, while the Samsung QN95B (LCD) is very good.
The Samsung QN95B offers a very good gaming experience with excellent response time and the best score for input lag, which ensures smooth game play, however, the Samsung S95C goes a step further by delivering the best response time and input lag, making it optimal for the most responsive gaming experience.
Bright Room
9.8
9.0
6.8/10
VIEWING ANGLE
10.0/10
10.0/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.8/10
9.4/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.5/10
9.2/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
10.0/10
The Samsung QN95B (LCD) is best in class for bright room, while the Samsung S95C (OLED) is excellent.
The Samsung QN95B is better for a bright room due to its superior SDR and HDR brightness, which allows it to maintain a clear image even in well-lit environments, while its excellent handling of reflections minimizes distractions from light sources. However, the Samsung S95C, while having excellent reflection handling, is not as bright in SDR and HDR, which could lead to a less vibrant image in a brightly lit room despite its perfect contrast and superior color volume and gamut.
Cost
$2,198
$3,300
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
$5,000
The Samsung QN95B (LCD) has a price of $2,198 and the Samsung S95C (OLED) costs $3,300.
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Key similarities
Cartoons & Animation
9.0
9.4
8.0/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
9.2/10
8.3/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
9.3/10
10.0/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.8/10
9.5/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
8.8/10
7.7/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
9.8/10
The Samsung S95C (OLED) and Samsung QN95B (LCD) are both excellent for cartoons & animation.
The Samsung QN95B (LCD) and Samsung S95C (OLED) are both excellent for watching cartoons and animation due to their vivid colors out of the box and wide color gamuts. The OLED of the S95C will generally offer a better contrast and perfect black levels which enhance the animation viewing experience, while the QN95B, with its LCD technology, provides higher brightness which can be advantageous for watching content in well-lit rooms.
News, Talk, & Other TV
9.0
9.1
10.0/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.8/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
8.0/10
The Samsung S95C (OLED) and Samsung QN95B (LCD) are both excellent for news, talk, & other TV.
The Samsung QN95B excels in upscaling and has a high SDR brightness, making it well-suited for watching news programs and talk shows in various lighting conditions. On the other hand, while the Samsung S95C also offers good upscaling and is excellent with colors out of the box, factors like a wider color gamut and superior contrast due to its OLED technology contribute to a rich and vibrant viewing experience for similar content.
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How the Samsung QN95B (LCD) and the Samsung S95C (OLED) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
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| Samsung QN95B (LCD) | Samsung S95C (OLED) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$2,198 | $3,300 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Samsung | Samsung | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 2, 2022 | February 2, 2023 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | QN65QN95B | 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 | 8.9/10 | 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 | 8.3/10 | 9.5/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 9.9/10 | 9/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.9/10 | 10/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 8.2/10 | 9.5/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 7.3/10 | 8.8/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 32.7" x 57" x 0.7" | 32.7" x 56.8" x 0.4" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 35.4" x 57" | 35.2" x 56.8" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 49.2 lbs | Unknown | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 400 x 300 | 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 | 7/10 | 10/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 8/10 | 10/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 4.2.2 | 4.2.2 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 70 W | 70 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Bypass only | Yes | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | No | |
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John Archer | March 2022
"Picture quality is fantastic truly mind-bogglingly good. It also plays into the screen’s gorgeous color performance, as spectacularly rich, vibrant tones now look both more consistently natural and balanced. With its extreme brightness and vibrant Quantum Dot color system, the QN95B delivers a dazzling demonstration of just how much of a difference HDR can make to picture quality."
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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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