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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Samsung S95C OLED offers a superior overall picture quality, better performance for gaming, and handles bright rooms well. It's also future-proof with its 144Hz refresh rate, excellent for next-gen gaming consoles and PCs that can take advantage of higher frame rates. Its OLED technology provides better viewing angles and outstanding black levels, ideal for movies in dark rooms. However, it comes at a high-end price. On the other hand, the TCL S455 LCD is a budget-friendly option with decent performance for various content types but performs less impressively in bright rooms and has limited gaming capabilities with a 60Hz refresh rate. Its picture quality is not as high as the Samsung's, and it doesn't handle reflections as well, which may not be ideal for well-lit rooms. If you're on a tight budget and need a generally capable TV without the top-tier features, the TCL could suffice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Samsung S95C (OLED)
- Excellent for bright room
- Best in class 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
- Best in class 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 S455 (LCD)
- The TCL S455 (LCD) has no clear advantages over the Samsung S95C (OLED).
Key differences
Picture Quality
9.5
6.5
10.00/10
CONTRAST
6.43/10
9.3/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.3/10
RGB OLED
PANEL TYPE
LED
QD-OLED
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The Samsung S95C (OLED) has best in class picture quality, while the TCL S455 (LCD) has only fair picture quality.
Movies & TV
9.4
6.0
10.00/10
CONTRAST
6.43/10
10.0/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
9.2/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
No
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
No
The Samsung S95C (OLED) is excellent for movies & TV, while the TCL S455 (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung S95C excels in movie and cinematic TV viewing due to its OLED technology enabling true blacks with perfect contrast and uniformity; the wide color gamut and excellent viewing angles further enhance the visual experience. Conversely, the TCL S455, while cost-effective, offers an LCD display with significantly lower contrast and less effective local dimming, resulting in fair color accuracy and reduced performance in terms of black uniformity and viewing angles.
Sports
8.7
6.1
8.2/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
7.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.3/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung S95C (OLED) is very good for sports, while the TCL S455 (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung S95C excels in watching sports due to its superior motion processing, which results in clear images even during fast movements, wide viewing angles that maintain image accuracy from various positions, and excellent reflection handling, ensuring good visibility in bright rooms. In contrast, the TCL S455 is only fair for sports, with slower response times leading to more motion blur, narrower viewing angles resulting in color and contrast degradation from the side, and poorer reflection handling which can be troublesome in well-lit environments.
Gaming
10.0
5.7
10.0/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
6.0/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
8.2/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
100.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
10.0/100
8.8/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
The Samsung S95C (OLED) is best in class for gaming, while the TCL S455 (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung S95C offers a superior gaming experience with its excellent response time and very low input lag, which are crucial for fast-paced gaming, and a high refresh rate of 144Hz for smoother motion. In contrast, the TCL S455, with fair response time, fair input lag, and a lower refresh rate of 60Hz, doesn't keep up as well, making it less ideal for gaming where speed and quick reflexes are important.
Cartoons & Animation
9.4
6.0
9.2/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
5.9/10
9.3/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.3/10
7.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.3/10
8.8/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
6.6/10
9.8/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
5.8/10
The Samsung S95C (OLED) is excellent for cartoons & animation, while the TCL S455 (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung S95C OLED TV excels in displaying cartoons and animation due to its superb color gamut and colors out of the box, ensuring vibrant and accurate shades, which is crucial for animated content. In contrast, the TCL S455 LCD TV is considered fair because it offers a limited color gamut and less impressive colors out of the box, resulting in a less vivid picture quality for such content.
News, Talk, & Other TV
9.1
6.4
7.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.3/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
The Samsung S95C (OLED) is excellent for news, talk, & other TV, while the TCL S455 (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung S95C OLED excels in watching news and TV programs due to its better performance in upscaling lower-resolution content and delivering superior SDR brightness, which is crucial for viewing in various lighting conditions. In contrast, the TCL S455 LCD falls short in these areas, offering less effective upscaling and lower SDR brightness, which may result in a less clear picture and dimmer display in brightly lit environments.
Bright Room
9.0
6.0
10.0/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.1/10
7.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.3/10
8.5/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.6/10
10.0/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
6.3/10
The Samsung S95C (OLED) is excellent for bright room, while the TCL S455 (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung S95C OLED has good SDR brightness and very good HDR brightness along with the best handling of reflections, making it excellent for bright rooms. The TCL S455 LCD, with fair performance in both SDR and HDR brightness and reflections, is less suited for such environments.
Cost
$3,300
$584
$0
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
$5,000
The Samsung S95C (OLED) has a price of $3,300 and the TCL S455 (LCD) costs $584.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Samsung S95C (OLED) | TCL S455 (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$3,300 | $584 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Samsung | TCL | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 2, 2023 | May 5, 2022 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | QN65S95C | 65S455 | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 65" | 65" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Tizen | Roku TV | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 8/10 | 6/10 | |
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 | 9.5/10 | 6.6/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 9/10 | 6/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 10/10 | 5.7/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 9.5/10 | 6/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 8.8/10 | 6.2/10 | |
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" | 32.8" x 56.9" x 3.2" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 35.2" x 56.8" | 34.8" x 5.9" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | Unknown | 30.9 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 400 x 300 | 200 x 200 | |
DISPLAY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Color Depth | |||
Color Depth | 10 bit | 10 bit | |
Black Frame Insertion | |||
Black Frame Insertion | Yes | No | |
Auto Low Latency Mode | |||
Auto Low Latency Mode | Yes | Yes | |
Contrast | |||
Contrast | 10/10 | 6.4/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 10/10 | 3/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 4.2.2 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 70 W | 20 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | No | |
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Lee Neikirk | January 2022
"A highly affordable but reliably kitted-out 4K Roku TV that, while far from perfect, still punches above its price and delivers a great user experience. If you want to soup up movie night for a bargain, the 4-Series won’t let you down. You may never need to plug in a set-top box or streaming device."
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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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