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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Samsung QN95B is the pricier option, often considerably more expensive compared to the Sony X93L, which is seen as an upper-midrange priced TV. If you favor overall better picture quality and gaming performance, you might prefer the Samsung QN95B. However, the Sony X93L still offers good quality and may be a more cost-effective choice for those who are budget-conscious. Regarding usage in bright rooms and varying viewing angles, while the details of their performance in these areas were not successfully quoted, you would generally expect the Samsung QN95B, as the higher-tier model, to perform slightly better than the Sony X93L. Both models support similar HDR formats, including HDR10+ and HLG, but only the Sony X93L supports Dolby Vision, which is beneficial for streaming platforms offering content in this format. Additionally, both have Dolby Atmos for a more immersive audio experience, but the speaker setup might vary, which could influence the sound quality for TV shows and movies. When deciding, weigh the importance of picture quality and gaming performance against price, and whether the added support for Dolby Vision on the Sony X93L is crucial for your viewing habits. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Samsung QN95B (LCD)
- Best in class for bright room
- Very good for movies & TV
- Excellent for news, talk, & other TV
- Excellent for cartoons & animation
- 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
7.2
8.0
8.0/10
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
10.0/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.0/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Sony X93L (LCD) is very good for sports, while the Samsung QN95B (LCD) is good.
The Samsung QN95B has a high reflection handling capability, making it suitable for bright rooms, and its fast response time ensures minimal motion blur, which is crucial for watching sports. However, the Sony X93L excels in motion processing, providing an exceptionally smooth viewing experience for fast-paced sports action, while also offering very good reflection handling.
Gaming
8.8
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 QN95B (LCD) and Sony X93L (LCD) are both very good for gaming, though the Samsung QN95B (LCD) is somewhat better.
The Samsung QN95B is sought after by gamers for its exceptional response time and input lag performance which are best in class, providing a fluid and responsive gaming experience. Conversely, while the Sony X93L also offers very good response time and input lag, it does not match the top-tier performance of the QN95B but still offers a commendable gaming experience.
Cost
$3,498
$2,899
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
$5,000
$6,000
The Samsung QN95B (LCD) has a price of $3,498 and the Sony X93L (LCD) costs $2,899.
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Key similarities
Picture Quality
8.3
7.9
7.00/10
CONTRAST
7.00/10
8.3/10
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 QN95B (LCD) to have very good picture quality, while the Sony X93L (LCD) has good picture quality.
Movies & TV
8.1
7.9
7.00/10
CONTRAST
7.00/10
7.2/10
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 QN95B (LCD) to be very good for movies & TV, while the Sony X93L (LCD) is good.
The Samsung QN95B is very good for watching movies and cinematic TV due to its high contrast, effective local dimming, and excellent black uniformity, which contribute to deep blacks and rich picture quality, making it suitable for dark room viewing; however, its viewing angles are somewhat limited, which could affect those viewing from the side.
Cartoons & Animation
9.0
8.5
8.0/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.6/10
8.3/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
8.7/10
10.0/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.0/10
9.5/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
7.8/10
7.7/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
8.2/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Samsung QN95B (LCD) to be excellent for cartoons & animation, while the Sony X93L (LCD) is very good.
The Samsung QN95B is preferred for watching cartoons and animation due to its superior colors right out of the box, which means the color accuracy is excellent without the need for adjustments, and it has a very good color gamut ensuring a wide and rich range of colors. On the other hand, the Sony X93L, while still very good for cartoons and animation, offers slightly less exceptional colors out of the box and a good color gamut, which may not capture the vibrancy of animated content to the same extent as the Samsung.
News, Talk, & Other TV
9.0
8.9
10.0/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.0/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Samsung QN95B (LCD) to be excellent for news, talk, & other TV, while the Sony X93L (LCD) is very good.
The Samsung QN95B is excellent for watching news and TV programs due to its superior SDR brightness and local dimming, which enhance picture quality in diverse lighting conditions, coupled with outstanding upscaling that sharpens lower-resolution content. Conversely, the Sony X93L displays very good performance in these areas, with particularly impressive upscaling that benefits standard-definition content, but it doesn't reach the same peak brightness and local dimming quality as the Samsung, which may affect visibility in very bright rooms.
Bright Room
9.8
9.4
6.8/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.8/10
10.0/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.0/10
9.4/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.9/10
9.2/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
8.4/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Samsung QN95B (LCD) to be best in class for bright room, while the Sony X93L (LCD) is excellent.
The Samsung QN95B is better suited for bright rooms due to its superior SDR and HDR brightness, and better reflections handling, making it less susceptible to glare. The Sony X93L, while still excellent in bright settings, falls slightly behind in these key factors but might offer a somewhat better price point or other features that could influence your decision. Contrast, color volume, and color gamut, though not as critical for bright room viewing, are nonetheless important to consider and both TVs perform well in these areas.
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Spec Comparison
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| Samsung QN95B (LCD) | Sony X93L (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$3,498 | $2,899 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Samsung | Sony | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 4, 2022 | June 1, 2023 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | QN85QN95B | 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 | 8.9/10 | 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 | 8.3/10 | 8/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 9.9/10 | 9.4/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.9/10 | 8.3/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 8.2/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 7.3/10 | 8.1/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 42.7" x 74.6" x 0.7" | 42.8" x 74.4" x 2.4" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 45.4" x 74.6" | 43.8" x 74.4" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 95.7 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 | 70 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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John Archer | March 2022
"Picture quality is fantastic truly mind-bogglingly good. It also plays into the screen’s gorgeous color performance, as spectacularly rich, vibrant tones now look both more consistently natural and balanced. With its extreme brightness and vibrant Quantum Dot color system, the QN95B delivers a dazzling demonstration of just how much of a difference HDR can make to picture quality."
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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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