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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

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Sports

7.2
QN85QN95B
XR-85X93L
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.

Gaming

8.8
QN85QN95B
XR-85X93L
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.

Cost

$3,498
QN85QN95B
XR-85X93L
$3,000
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The Samsung QN95B (LCD) has a price of $3,498 and the Sony X93L (LCD) costs $3,000.
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Key similarities

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Picture Quality

8.3
QN85QN95B
XR-85X93L
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
QN85QN95B
XR-85X93L
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.

Cartoons & Animation

9.0
QN85QN95B
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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.

News, Talk, & Other TV

9.0
QN85QN95B
XR-85X93L
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.

Bright Room

9.8
QN85QN95B
XR-85X93L
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.

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How the Samsung QN95B (LCD) and the Sony X93L (LCD) compare to other TVs

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Spec Comparison

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Samsung QN95B (LCD)Sony X93L (LCD)

GENERAL

Price
$3,498
$3,000
Brand
SamsungSony
Release Date
May 4, 2022June 1, 2023
Full name
QN85QN95BXR-85X93L
Screen Size
85"85"
Screen Resolution
4K4K

TV FEATURES

Operating System
TizenGoogle TV
Sound Quality Score
8.9/109.2/10
NextGen Ready
YesYes
HDMI Ports
44
Coax Ports
11

DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES

Picture Quality Score
8.3/108/10
Bright Room Score
9.9/109.4/10
Gaming Score
8.9/108.3/10
Movies & TV Score
8.2/107.9/10
Sports Score
7.3/108.1/10

PHYSICAL

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)
45.4" x 74.6"43.8" x 74.4"
Weight without Stand
95.7 lbs117.2 lbs
VESA Mount
600 x 400400 x 400

DISPLAY

Color Depth
10 bit10 bit
Black Frame Insertion
YesYes
Auto Low Latency Mode
YesYes
Contrast
7/107/10
Local Dimming
8/107.6/10

SOUND

Speaker Setup
4.2.22.2
Speaker Power
70 W60 W
Dolby Atmos
Bypass onlyYes
DTS:X
NoUp 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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