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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Samsung S90C is a premium OLED TV that generally costs significantly more but offers excellent overall picture quality, gaming performance, and movie watching experience. It has a perfect black level, wider viewing angles, and lower reflection which makes it better for dark and moderately lit rooms. The TCL S546 is a budget-friendly LCD TV with good brightness and sound quality. However, its performance in dark rooms, gaming, sports, and overall picture quality does not match the Samsung S90C. The TCL may be more suitable if you are on a budget and will watch TV in various lighting conditions. If you are looking for a high-end viewing and gaming experience and are willing to invest more, the Samsung S90C would be the better option. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Samsung S90C (OLED)
- Very good for bright room
- Excellent 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
- Excellent for use as monitor
- Very good for upscaling
- Very good motion processing
- Best in class viewing angle
- Best in class reflections
Advantages of the TCL S546 (LCD)
- The TCL S546 (LCD) has no clear advantages over the Samsung S90C (OLED).
Key differences
Picture Quality
9.4
7.4
10.00/10
CONTRAST
8.21/10
9.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
8.0/10
RGB OLED
PANEL TYPE
LED FALD
QD-OLED
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The Samsung S90C (OLED) has excellent picture quality, while the TCL S546 (LCD) has good picture quality.
Movies & TV
9.4
7.0
10.00/10
CONTRAST
8.21/10
10.0/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
6.8/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
5.9/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung S90C (OLED) is excellent for movies & TV, while the TCL S546 (LCD) is good.
The Samsung S90C excels in movie and cinematic TV watching due to its perfect contrast, superior local dimming, and excellent black uniformity that enhance the depth and realism of images, whereas the TCL S546, though serviceable, has lower performance in these areas, particularly with less effective local dimming and notably weaker black uniformity, which can impact the viewing experience negatively. Additionally, the Samsung provides a wider viewing angle and better color accuracy out of the box, contributing to a more vibrant and consistent picture when viewed from different positions in the room, unlike the TCL which offers narrower viewing angles and less true-to-life initial colors.
Sports
8.7
6.3
8.2/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.0/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
5.9/10
7.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.2/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung S90C (OLED) is very good for sports, while the TCL S546 (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung S90C (OLED) provides a very good experience for watching sports due to its exceptional motion processing and response time, as well as its superior handling of reflections which is vital in brightly lit rooms, coupled with wider viewing angles that allow consistent picture quality when watching from different positions. On the other hand, while the TCL S546 (LCD) is still a viable option for watching sports, it is considered fair because its motion processing, response time, reflection handling, and viewing angles don't match the high standards set by the Samsung S90C, and it has less uniformity in displaying grays which can affect the picture quality during fast-paced sports events.
Gaming
10.0
6.6
10.0/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
7.6/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.0/10
8.2/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
100.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
60.0/100
8.4/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.9/10
The Samsung S90C (OLED) is best in class for gaming, while the TCL S546 (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung S90C excels in gaming due to its top-tier response time and low input lag, facilitating quick on-screen reactions and smoother gameplay. Conversely, the TCL S546 has adequate gaming capabilities but falls short in response time and input lag compared to the Samsung.
Cartoons & Animation
9.3
6.6
9.2/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.8/10
9.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
8.0/10
7.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.2/10
8.8/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
4.4/10
9.8/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
7.0/10
The Samsung S90C (OLED) is excellent for cartoons & animation, while the TCL S546 (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung S90C stands out for excellent color performance out of the box and a wider color gamut, which results in vibrant and true-to-life colors for animations. Conversely, the TCL S546, despite having a fair color gamut, delivers poorer color accuracy out of the box, making cartoons and animations less visually striking.
News, Talk, & Other TV
9.1
6.4
7.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.2/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
5.9/10
The Samsung S90C (OLED) is excellent for news, talk, & other TV, while the TCL S546 (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung S90C excels in upscaling lower-resolution content and provides very good SDR brightness, which is critical when watching standard news broadcasts and TV programs. In contrast, the TCL S546 displays fair upscaling and very good SDR brightness, but does not perform as well in producing colors out of the box and has a fair color gamut, therefore, it may not represent content as accurately as the Samsung OLED.
Bright Room
8.5
7.2
10.0/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.3/10
7.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.2/10
8.0/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.8/10
10.0/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
6.0/10
The Samsung S90C (OLED) is very good for bright room, while the TCL S546 (LCD) is good.
The Samsung S90C is better suited for bright rooms due to its outstanding handling of reflections and good SDR and HDR brightness, while the TCL S546, despite having very good SDR brightness, is less adept at minimizing reflections. Additionally, the superior contrast and color volume of the Samsung S90C contribute to its enhanced performance in bright environments, compared to the TCL S546's somewhat lower contrast and good color volume.
Cost
$1,375
$398
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Samsung S90C (OLED) has a price of $1,375 and the TCL S546 (LCD) costs $398.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Samsung S90C (OLED) | TCL S546 (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,375 | $398 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Samsung | TCL | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 11, 2023 | August 3, 2021 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | QN65S90C | 65S546 | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 65" | 65" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Tizen | Android TV | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 6.4/10 | 5.9/10 | |
NextGen Ready | |||
NextGen Ready | Yes | No | |
HDMI Ports | |||
HDMI Ports | 4 | 3 | |
Coax Ports | |||
Coax Ports | 1 | 1 | |
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Picture Quality Score | |||
Picture Quality Score | 9.4/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 8.6/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 10/10 | 6.7/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 9.5/10 | 7/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 8.8/10 | 6.4/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 32.7" x 56.9" x 1.6" | 32.9" x 56.9" x 3" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 35.3" x 56.9" | 34.8" x 56.9" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | Unknown | 47.4 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 300 x 200 | 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 | 10/10 | 8.2/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 10/10 | 5.7/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.1 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | Unknown | 16 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | No | |
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John Archer | August 2023
"Samsung S90C is the company's attempt at making its QD-OLED technology more affordable. You get high-end pictures, great processing, top gaming tech, and a sharp design."
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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 TCL
TCL, the highly recognizable TV brand from China, has firmly established itself as the second-largest manufacturer in terms of sales volume. Renowned for striking an impressive balance between affordability, picture quality, and design, TCL TVs deliver a compelling overall package. While they have traditionally excelled in the low-end and midrange TV segments, TCL has recently made remarkable strides in the realm of high-end televisions, introducing impressive models that rival top competitors. Most TCL TVs use Roku software which is very user friendly and easy to use, but they have a few other models that use Google TV which has the largest app selection, but is not as user friendly as Roku.
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