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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize gaming or plan to use the TV in a bright room, the Samsung QN90A is a better option due to its superior reflection handling and lower input lag. On the other hand, if you want more recent technology and a TV with wider viewing angles, the Sony X93L is the better choice, though it comes at a higher price. Both TVs support 4K content at 120Hz and have similar good overall picture quality, so for movies, TV, and sports, either would be a solid choice, and your decision might hinge more on budget and specific room conditions. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Samsung QN90A (LCD)
- Best in class for bright room
- Very good for movies & TV
- Very good for use as monitor
- Excellent reflections
Advantages of the Sony X93L (LCD)
- Very good for sports
- Best in class for upscaling
- Best in class motion processing
Key differences
Sports
7.0
8.0
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
10.0/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.0/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
9.4/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.0/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Sony X93L (LCD) is very good for sports, while the Samsung QN90A (LCD) is good.
Cost
$3,298
$2,899
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
$5,000
The Samsung QN90A (LCD) has a price of $3,298 and the Sony X93L (LCD) costs $2,899.
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Key similarities
Picture Quality
8.1
7.9
7.00/10
CONTRAST
7.00/10
8.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
8.7/10
miniLED FALD
PANEL TYPE
miniLED FALD
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Samsung QN90A (LCD) to have very good picture quality, while the Sony X93L (LCD) has good picture quality.
Movies & TV
8.0
7.9
7.00/10
CONTRAST
7.00/10
7.0/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
6.7/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
No
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Samsung QN90A (LCD) to be very good for movies & TV, while the Sony X93L (LCD) is good.
The Samsung QN90A excels in watching movies and cinematic TV due to its high contrast, effective local dimming, and excellent black uniformity, which are crucial for deep blacks and vibrant picture in dark scenes. The Sony X93L, with its high contrast and good local dimming, also delivers a strong performance for movies and cinematic content; however, it slightly trails behind in black uniformity, which might affect the depth of blacks slightly compared to the Samsung QN90A.
Gaming
8.3
8.3
8.3/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
8.3/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.0/10
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
10.0/10
70.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
85.0/100
9.3/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.8/10
The Samsung QN90A (LCD) and Sony X93L (LCD) are both very good for gaming.
The Samsung QN90A is highly regarded for gaming because it offers very good response time and the best input lag, which ensures smooth motion and nearly instantaneous reaction to user commands. The Sony X93L, while also considered very good for gaming, matches the Samsung in response time but has only good input lag performance, which may not be as snappy as the Samsung during demanding gameplay.
Cartoons & Animation
8.8
8.5
7.8/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.6/10
8.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
8.7/10
9.4/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.0/10
9.5/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
7.8/10
6.4/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
8.2/10
The Samsung QN90A (LCD) and Sony X93L (LCD) are both very good for cartoons & animation.
The Samsung QN90A is praised for having excellent colors right out of the box, making cartoons and animations look vibrant without the need for calibration, while it also offers a good color gamut and very good color volume that contribute to a rich and varied color display. In contrast, the Sony X93L, while still providing a pleasing experience with good colors out of the box, color gamut, and very good color volume, might not deliver the same level of color accuracy as the QN90A, initially requiring some adjustments to achieve similar vitality in its presentation of cartoons and animations.
News, Talk, & Other TV
8.9
8.9
9.4/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.0/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
The Samsung QN90A (LCD) and Sony X93L (LCD) are both very good for news, talk, & other TV.
The Samsung QN90A excels in upscaling lower-resolution content and provides excellent SDR brightness, which enhances the viewing experience for regular TV programs like news and talk shows. The Sony X93L has superior upscaling capabilities, making it particularly adept at improving the picture quality of standard-definition content, and while its SDR brightness is also excellent, it offers slightly less effective local dimming compared to the Samsung.
Bright Room
9.7
9.4
6.5/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.8/10
9.4/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.0/10
9.3/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.9/10
9.0/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
8.4/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Samsung QN90A (LCD) to be best in class for bright room, while the Sony X93L (LCD) is excellent.
The Samsung QN90A is superior for watching TV in a bright room because it has excellent SDR and HDR brightness, combined with outstanding reflections handling, ensuring a clear picture even in well-lit environments. On the other hand, the Sony X93L also offers excellent SDR brightness and very good reflections handling, but it falls slightly short in HDR brightness compared to the Samsung, which might make the QN90A a better fit for rooms with a lot of sunlight or bright lighting.
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How the Samsung QN90A (LCD) and the Sony X93L (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
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| Samsung QN90A (LCD) | Sony X93L (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$3,298 | $2,899 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Samsung | Sony | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 6, 2021 | June 1, 2023 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | QN85QN90A | XR-85X93L | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 85" | 85" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Tizen | Google TV | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 8.3/10 | 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 | 8.2/10 | 8/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 9.8/10 | 9.4/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.4/10 | 8.3/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 8.1/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 7/10 | 8.1/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 42.6" x 74.5" x 1.1" | 42.8" x 74.4" x 2.4" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 45.2" x 74.5" | 43.8" x 74.4" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 98.1 lbs | 117.2 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 | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 8/10 | 7.6/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 4.2.2 | 2.2 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 60 W | 60 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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