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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Samsung QN90A usually costs somewhat less and is a strong performer in bright rooms with its very good handling of reflections and brightness. It also has a slightly better score for gaming, which could be beneficial if you play video games. On the other hand, the Sony X95K, which often costs a bit more, provides a slightly better experience for watching sports content and has excellent motion processing capabilities. It also supports Dolby Vision, which the Samsung model does not, potentially offering better picture quality for content available in this format. Both TVs perform well in dark rooms and have comparable sound quality, excellent color accuracy out of the box, and similar connectivity options, including four HDMI ports. The choice may come down to whether lower cost and gaming performance or sports viewing and Dolby Vision support are more important to you. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Samsung QN90A (LCD)
- Very good for use as monitor
- Excellent reflections
Advantages of the Sony X95K (LCD)
- Very good for dark room
- Very good for sports
- Excellent for news, talk, & other TV
- 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
9.1/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Sony X95K (LCD) is very good for sports, while the Samsung QN90A (LCD) is good.
The Samsung QN90A is appreciated for its good motion processing and reflection handling, making it suitable for watching sports, but the Sony X95K stands out with even better motion processing and slightly better gray uniformity, which can reduce visual disturbances during fast-moving games. Both models have good response times which is crucial for sports, but the Sony X95K may offer a bit more clarity during high-speed action due to its top-tier motion processing capabilities.
Cost
$3,298
$3,998
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
$5,000
$6,000
The Samsung QN90A (LCD) has a price of $3,298 and the Sony X95K (LCD) costs $3,998.
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Key similarities
Picture Quality
8.1
8.0
7.00/10
CONTRAST
7.50/10
8.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.8/10
miniLED FALD
PANEL TYPE
LED FALD
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The Samsung QN90A (LCD) and Sony X95K (LCD) both have very good picture quality.
Movies & TV
8.0
8.0
7.00/10
CONTRAST
7.50/10
7.0/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
6.1/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
No
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung QN90A (LCD) and Sony X95K (LCD) are both very good for movies & TV.
The Samsung QN90A delivers deeper blacks and better black uniformity, which are critical for watching movies in dark rooms, whereas the Sony X95K, despite slightly lower black uniformity, still offers a high contrast ratio, contributing to rich picture quality. Both TVs have strong local dimming features that enhance contrast, and while they excel in color accuracy and volume that make cinematic content pop with vibrant colors, the QN90A has a slight edge in these areas compared to the X95K.
Gaming
8.3
8.2
8.3/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
8.0/10
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
9.1/10
The Samsung QN90A (LCD) and Sony X95K (LCD) are both very good for gaming.
Cartoons & Animation
8.8
8.7
7.8/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.7/10
8.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.8/10
9.4/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.1/10
9.5/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
8.5/10
6.4/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
8.0/10
The Samsung QN90A (LCD) and Sony X95K (LCD) are both very good for cartoons & animation.
The Samsung QN90A delivers the best colors out of the box, ensuring vibrant and true-to-source hues that are essential for cartoons and animation, while both the Samsung QN90A and Sony X95K have very good color gamuts that provide a wide range of shades and tones to enhance the viewing experience. Although the Sony X95K also has very good colors out of the box and a good color gamut, its performance in color volume and gray uniformity is not as high as Samsung's, and these factors contribute to the overall quality of colorful and uniform picture necessary for animated content.
News, Talk, & Other TV
8.9
9.1
9.4/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.1/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Sony X95K (LCD) to be excellent for news, talk, & other TV, while the Samsung QN90A (LCD) is very good.
The Samsung QN90A is very good for watching news, talk shows, and TV programs due to its excellent SDR brightness and upscaling which ensures clear images from lower resolution sources, but the Sony X95K surpasses it slightly in upscaling quality and has a marginally better color gamut, making it excellent for such content. Additionally, both TVs have high contrast and effective local dimming which contribute to the overall picture quality, but the Sony X95K's higher scores in these areas slightly enhance its performance for these types of programs.
Bright Room
9.7
9.5
6.5/10
VIEWING ANGLE
6.0/10
9.4/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.1/10
9.3/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.1/10
9.0/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
8.4/10
The Samsung QN90A (LCD) and Sony X95K (LCD) are both best in class for bright room.
The Samsung QN90A displays exceptional SDR and HDR brightness levels and reflects light very well, making it suitable for bright rooms. In comparison, while the Sony X95K also shows excellent brightness in both SDR and HDR and handles reflections competently, its contrast and color volume are slightly less impressive than the Samsung, meaning it might not display as rich blacks and vibrant colors.
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How the Samsung QN90A (LCD) and the Sony X95K (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
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| Samsung QN90A (LCD) | Sony X95K (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$3,298 | $3,998 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Samsung | Sony | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 6, 2021 | May 5, 2022 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | QN85QN90A | XR-85X95K | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 85" | 85" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Tizen | Android TV | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 8.3/10 | 9.5/10 | |
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 | 9.6/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.4/10 | 8.2/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 8.1/10 | 8/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 7/10 | 8/10 | |
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 2.2" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 45.2" x 74.5" | 42.8" 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 | 7.5/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 8/10 | 8.4/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 4.2.2 | 4.2 | |
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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