The Samsung Frame Series offers an aesthetically pleasing design that resembles a picture frame, which might be great if you're looking for a TV that blends into your room decor. However, it's less suitable for watching in dark rooms due to lower dark room performance.
On the other hand, the Sony X95J delivers superior overall picture quality and performs better in both dark and bright rooms. It also has better sound quality, with built-in speakers that produce clearer audio. This model is typically more expensive than the Samsung Frame Series.
If you prioritize performance over aesthetics and are willing to spend more, the Sony X95J is a better choice for varied viewing experiences. If design and cost are more important, and you generally watch TV in well-lit rooms, the Samsung Frame Series might be more appealing. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Samsung Frame Series (LCD)
The Samsung Frame Series (LCD) has no clear advantages over the Sony X95J (LCD).
Advantages of the Sony X95J (LCD)
Excellent for bright room
Very good for dark room
Very good for gaming
Very good for movies & TV
Very good for sports
Excellent for news, talk, & other TV
Best in class for upscaling
Best in class motion processing
Very good reflections
Key differences
Picture Quality
7.1/10
8.0/10
7.75/10
CONTRAST
7.50/10
7.1/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.8/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
LED FALD
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The Sony X95J (LCD) has very good picture quality, while the Samsung Frame Series (LCD) has good picture quality.
Movies & TV
6.2/10
8.0/10
7.75/10
CONTRAST
7.50/10
6.5/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
6.1/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
No
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The Sony X95J (LCD) is very good for movies & TV, while the Samsung Frame Series (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung Frame Series offers a unique design that integrates into home décor but lacks effective local dimming, which impacts its contrast and black uniformity, hence it is less suited for dark-room cinematic viewing. On the other hand, the Sony X95J provides a more immersive movie-watching experience with its superior local dimming, better contrast management, and black uniformity, making it more favorable for movies and cinematic TV.
Sports
6.8/10
8.0/10
7.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
10.0/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.0/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
8.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.9/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Sony X95J (LCD) is very good for sports, while the Samsung Frame Series (LCD) is only fair.
The Sony X95J is better for watching sports due to its superior motion processing and response time, providing smoother images during fast action, along with a higher reflections score, indicating it handles reflections better in bright rooms. In contrast, the Samsung Frame Series falls short with lower motion processing and response time, leading to potentially less smooth action, and while it has decent reflection handling, it doesn't match the Sony's performance in environments with lots of light.
News, Talk, & Other TV
7.5/10
9.1/10
8.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.9/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
The Sony X95J (LCD) is excellent for news, talk, & other TV, while the Samsung Frame Series (LCD) is good.
The Samsung Frame Series excels in upscaling, which ensures lower resolution content, such as standard news broadcasts or TV programs, appears more refined on the screen. The Sony X95J, on the other hand, not only offers superior upscaling but also has a higher SDR brightness, making it exceptionally good for watching content with better illumination and clarity, especially in bright-room conditions.
Bright Room
7.3/10
9.4/10
5.4/10
VIEWING ANGLE
6.0/10
8.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.9/10
6.8/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.1/10
7.8/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
8.4/10
The Sony X95J (LCD) is excellent for bright room, while the Samsung Frame Series (LCD) is good.
The Sony X95J performs better in bright rooms mainly due to its excellent HDR brightness and very good handling of reflections, which means it can maintain picture quality despite ambient light. In contrast, the Samsung Frame Series, while offering very good SDR brightness and good reflection handling, falls short with only fair HDR brightness, leading to a less impactful image when viewing HDR content in well-lit environments.
Cost
$3,298
$4,500
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
$5,000
$6,000
$7,000
The Samsung Frame Series (LCD) has a price of $3,298 and the Sony X95J (LCD) costs $4,500.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Sony X95J (LCD) to be very good for gaming, while the Samsung Frame Series (LCD) is good.
The Samsung Frame Series boasts top-tier response time and input lag, making it ideal for gamers who prioritize fast-paced gameplay and quick reflexes. Conversely, the Sony X95J, while offering very good gaming performance, may not match the Samsung in terms of response time and input lag, impacting experience in high-speed gaming situations.
Cartoons & Animation
8.1/10
8.6/10
7.2/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.7/10
7.1/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.8/10
8.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.9/10
8.1/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
8.5/10
6.8/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
8.0/10
The Sony X95J (LCD) and Samsung Frame Series (LCD) are both very good for cartoons & animation.
The Samsung Frame Series and the Sony X95J both deliver vibrant colors straight out of the box with a good color gamut, making cartoons and animation look lively and engaging. While each TV offers a good color volume that helps maintain color accuracy at different brightness levels, the Sony X95J edges out with slightly better gray uniformity and contrast which can enhance the overall viewing experience for animated content.
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How the Samsung Frame Series (LCD) and the Sony X95J (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
Samsung Frame Series (LCD)
Sony X95J (LCD)
GENERAL
Price
Price
$3,298
$4,500
Brand
Brand
Samsung
Sony
Release Date
Release Date
April 6, 2022
May 3, 2021
Full name
Full name
QN85LS03B
XR-85X95J
Screen Size
Screen Size
85"
85"
Screen Resolution
Screen Resolution
4K
4K
Screen Type
Screen Type
LCD
LCD
Screen Sub-type
Screen Sub-type
LED VA
LED FALD VA
Smart TV
Smart TV
Yes
Yes
TV FEATURES
Operating System
Operating System
Tizen
Android TV
Sound Quality Score
Sound Quality Score
6.6/10
8.3/10
NextGen Ready
NextGen Ready
No
Yes
HDMI Ports
HDMI Ports
4
4
Coax Ports
Coax Ports
1
1
Refresh Rate
Refresh Rate
120Hz
120Hz
Variable Refresh Rate
Variable Refresh Rate
Yes
Yes
HDR Supported formats
HDR Supported formats
HDR10, HDR10+, HLG
HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG
Accessibility
Accessibility
None
None
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES
Picture Quality Score
Picture Quality Score
7.2/10
8/10
Bright Room Score
Bright Room Score
7.3/10
9.5/10
Gaming Score
Gaming Score
7.8/10
8.2/10
Movies & TV Score
Movies & TV Score
6.2/10
8/10
Sports Score
Sports Score
6.8/10
8/10
News, Talk, & Other TV Score
News, Talk, & Other TV Score
7.6/10
9.1/10
Cartoons & Animation Score
Cartoons & Animation Score
8.2/10
8.7/10
Use as Monitor Score
Use as Monitor Score
7.4/10
7.8/10
PHYSICAL
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D)
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D)
42.7" x 75" x 1.1"
42.8" x 74.3" x 2.4"
Dimensions with Stand (H x W)
Dimensions with Stand (H x W)
44.2" x 75"
43.2" x 74.3"
Weight without Stand
Weight without Stand
98.1 lbs
107.3 lbs
VESA Mount
VESA Mount
600 x 400
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
7.8/10
7.5/10
Local Dimming
Local Dimming
2.5/10
8.4/10
Gaming Local Dimming
Gaming Local Dimming
0/100
8.5/100
Game HDR Brightness Score
Game HDR Brightness Score
7/10
9.2/10
SDR Brightness Score
SDR Brightness Score
8.3/10
8.9/10
HDR Brightness Score
HDR Brightness Score
6.8/10
9.1/10
Gray Uniformity
Gray Uniformity
6.8/10
8/10
Black Uniformity
Black Uniformity
6.5/10
6.1/10
Viewing Angle
Viewing Angle
5.5/10
6/10
Reflections Score
Reflections Score
7.9/10
8.4/10
Upscaling
Upscaling
7.5/10
10/10
Motion Processing
Motion Processing
7.5/10
10/10
Color Gamut Score
Color Gamut Score
7.2/10
7.8/10
Color Volume Score
Color Volume Score
7.1/10
7.9/10
Response Time Score
Response Time Score
8.3/10
8.1/10
Input Lag Score
Input Lag Score
10/10
7/10
Colors Out of the Box Score
Colors Out of the Box Score
8.2/10
8.5/10
Quality Control
Quality Control
7/10
8.8/10
Chroma Subsampling Score
Chroma Subsampling Score
8/10
8/10
SOUND
Speaker Setup
Speaker Setup
2.0.2
2.1
Speaker Power
Speaker Power
40 W
50 W
Dolby Atmos
Dolby Atmos
Bypass only
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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