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If you're looking for a TV with deep blacks and vibrant colors, the Samsung S95C OLED provides excellent picture quality and is less expensive than the Sony X95L LCD. However, the Sony X95L features a brighter screen, which makes it a better choice if you plan to watch TV in a well-lit room. The OLED technology in the Samsung S95C offers superior viewing angles and perfect black levels, making it ideal for movie enthusiasts and those who enjoy gaming. On the other hand, the Sony X95L has a larger screen and uses mini LED technology, often yielding better brightness and HDR highlights, which is great for sports and daytime viewing. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Samsung S95C (OLED)
- Best in class for dark room
- Best in class for gaming
- Excellent for movies & TV
- Best in class for use as monitor
- Best in class viewing angle
- Best in class reflections
Advantages of the Sony X95L (LCD)
- Best in class for bright room
- Best in class for upscaling
- Best in class motion processing
Key differences
Picture Quality
9.5
8.6
10.00/10
CONTRAST
8.00/10
9.3/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
9.0/10
RGB OLED
PANEL TYPE
miniLED FALD
QD-OLED
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The Samsung S95C (OLED) has best in class picture quality, while the Sony X95L (LCD) has very good picture quality.
Movies & TV
9.4
8.4
10.00/10
CONTRAST
8.00/10
10.0/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
8.5/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
No
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung S95C (OLED) is excellent for movies & TV, while the Sony X95L (LCD) is very good.
The Samsung S95C OLED excels in movies and cinematic TV due to its perfect black uniformity and contrast, as well as its exceptional viewing angles, which enhance the viewing experience in dark environments. Conversely, while the Sony X95L LCD also delivers strong performance with very good black uniformity and contrast, its somewhat lower local dimming capability and restricted viewing angles could impact the picture quality in wider seating arrangements or well-lit rooms.
Sports
8.7
8.2
8.2/10
MOTION PROCESSING
10.0/10
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.0/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
7.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.3/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung S95C (OLED) and Sony X95L (LCD) are both very good for sports, though the Samsung S95C (OLED) is somewhat better.
The Samsung S95C excels in watching sports due to its outstanding response time and wide viewing angles, ensuring clear fast-motion scenes and a consistent image when viewed off-center, but it handles reflections only moderately well. The Sony X95L also offers impressive performance for sports, with excellent motion processing that helps make fast action look smooth, although its viewing angles are not as wide, which might limit the view for people sitting off to the side.
Gaming
10.0
8.3
10.0/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
8.3/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.0/10
8.2/10
MOTION PROCESSING
10.0/10
100.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
90.0/100
8.8/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.2/10
The Samsung S95C (OLED) is best in class for gaming, while the Sony X95L (LCD) is very good.
The Samsung S95C OLED TV is considered best for gaming primarily due to its exceptional response time and low input lag, which are critical for fast-paced gaming. Conversely, the Sony X95L LCD TV, while also offering very good gaming performance with good response time and input lag, doesn't quite match the OLED in these particular aspects.
Bright Room
9.0
9.7
10.0/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.9/10
7.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.3/10
8.5/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.2/10
10.0/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
8.8/10
The Sony X95L (LCD) is best in class for bright room, while the Samsung S95C (OLED) is excellent.
The Sony X95L (LCD) outperforms the Samsung S95C (OLED) in a bright room because it has excellent SDR and HDR brightness, and very good reflection handling, which are crucial for viewing in well-lit environments. The Samsung S95C, while having the best reflection handling, provides only good SDR brightness, which could be less suitable for very bright rooms despite its superior contrast and color performance.
Cost
$3,300
$4,498
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
$5,000
$6,000
$7,000
The Samsung S95C (OLED) has a price of $3,300 and the Sony X95L (LCD) costs $4,498.
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Key similarities
Cartoons & Animation
9.4
9.1
9.2/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
8.1/10
9.3/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
9.0/10
7.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.3/10
8.8/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
8.3/10
9.8/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
8.5/10
The Samsung S95C (OLED) and Sony X95L (LCD) are both excellent for cartoons & animation.
The Samsung S95C OLED excels in displaying cartoons and animation due to its exceptional out-of-the-box colors, which requires little to no adjustment for an optimal viewing experience, and its wide color gamut that enhances the vibrancy of animated content. Conversely, while the Sony X95L LCD also provides excellent coloration for cartoons with similar out-of-the-box quality and color volume, it might lack the same depth in dark scenes due to its contrast performance when compared to the Samsung's OLED technology.
News, Talk, & Other TV
9.1
9.2
7.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.3/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
The Sony X95L (LCD) and Samsung S95C (OLED) are both excellent for news, talk, & other TV.
The Samsung S95C OLED excels in upscaling lower-resolution content and delivering excellent SDR brightness, important aspects for watching news and general TV programs, with good colors right out of the box and a wide color gamut. The Sony X95L LCD also performs well in these areas and offers robust local dimming and contrast which enhance the viewing experience, especially in bright room conditions where such features are beneficial.
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How the Samsung S95C (OLED) and the Sony X95L (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
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| Samsung S95C (OLED) | Sony X95L (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$3,300 | $4,498 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Samsung | Sony | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 2, 2023 | July 1, 2023 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | QN65S95C | XR-85X95L | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 65" | 85" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Tizen | Google TV | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 8/10 | 9.2/10 | |
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 | 9.5/10 | 8.7/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 9/10 | 9.8/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 10/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 9.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 8.8/10 | 8.2/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 32.7" x 56.8" x 0.4" | 42.8" x 74.4" x 2.4" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 35.2" x 56.8" | 43.8" x 74.4" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | Unknown | 114.1 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 400 x 300 | 400 x 400 | |
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 | 8/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 10/10 | 8/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 4.2.2 | 2.2 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 70 W | 60 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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