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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize a more streamlined setup with minimal visible cables, the Samsung QN95B may be a better choice as it comes with a One Connect Box for cable management. However, if you often watch content in brightly lit rooms, the Sony X95J could be more suitable as it handles glare better. For those who value versatility in placement, the Sony X95J also offers three different stand positions that can accommodate soundbars or fit on smaller furniture. On the other hand, the Samsung QN95B has a higher refresh rate which may be beneficial for smoother gaming experiences. Keep in mind, the Samsung is typically less expensive than the Sony. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Samsung QN95B (LCD)
- Best in class for bright room
- Excellent for cartoons & animation
- Very good for use as monitor
- Excellent reflections
Advantages of the Sony X95J (LCD)
- Very good for dark room
- 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
8.9/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Sony X95J (LCD) is very good for sports, while the Samsung QN95B (LCD) is good.
While watching sports, the Samsung QN95B (LCD) offers a great experience due to its excellent reflection handling and a good response time, but its viewing angles aren't as wide, which could limit the view for those watching from the side. The Sony X95J (LCD), on the other hand, has a superior motion processing that ensures smoother action during fast-paced games and very good reflection handling, along with somewhat narrower viewing angles and slightly less even gray uniformity compared to the Samsung.
Gaming
8.8
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 QN95B (LCD) and Sony X95J (LCD) are both very good for gaming, though the Samsung QN95B (LCD) is somewhat better.
The Samsung QN95B stands out for gaming due to its exceptionally low input lag and quick response time, paired with a high 144Hz refresh rate for smoother motion. Although the Sony X95J also offers a very good gaming experience with respect to response time and input lag, its refresh rate is limited to 120Hz, making it slightly less fluid in fast-paced gaming scenarios compared to the Samsung.
Cost
$3,498
$4,500
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
$5,000
$6,000
$7,000
The Samsung QN95B (LCD) has a price of $3,498 and the Sony X95J (LCD) costs $4,500.
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Key similarities
Picture Quality
8.3
8.0
7.00/10
CONTRAST
7.50/10
8.3/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.8/10
miniLED FALD
PANEL TYPE
LED FALD
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The Samsung QN95B (LCD) and Sony X95J (LCD) both have very good picture quality.
Movies & TV
8.1
8.0
7.00/10
CONTRAST
7.50/10
7.2/10
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 QN95B (LCD) and Sony X95J (LCD) are both very good for movies & TV.
Cartoons & Animation
9.0
8.6
8.0/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.7/10
8.3/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.8/10
10.0/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.9/10
9.5/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
8.5/10
7.7/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
8.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Samsung QN95B (LCD) to be excellent for cartoons & animation, while the Sony X95J (LCD) is very good.
The Samsung QN95B is considered excellent for watching cartoons & animation because it offers the best colors out of the box and very good color gamut, which is crucial for vivid and accurate animation. Meanwhile, the Sony X95J, while still very good for cartoons, offers very good out-of-the-box colors but with a comparatively narrower color gamut and color volume, resulting in slightly less vibrant animation scenes.
News, Talk, & Other TV
9.0
9.1
10.0/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.9/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
The Sony X95J (LCD) and Samsung QN95B (LCD) are both excellent for news, talk, & other TV.
The Samsung QN95B is excellent for watching news, talk shows, and other TV programs due to its best-in-class SDR brightness, enhancing visibility in bright rooms, and high-quality upscaling capabilities, making lower resolution content appear sharper. The Sony X95J also excels in the same use case, providing very good SDR brightness for well-lit environments and outstanding upscaling for detailed images, with both TVs offering satisfying colors and contrast for a vibrant viewing experience.
Bright Room
9.8
9.4
6.8/10
VIEWING ANGLE
6.0/10
10.0/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.9/10
9.4/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.1/10
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 X95J (LCD) is excellent.
The Samsung QN95B excels in bright rooms due to its higher SDR and HDR brightness levels, and excellent reflection handling, which helps preserve picture quality in well-lit environments. The Sony X95J, while also performing very well in bright rooms, is slightly less bright than the Samsung and has very good reflection handling, which means it may not suppress ambient light reflections as effectively as the QN95B.
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Spec Comparison
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| Samsung QN95B (LCD) | Sony X95J (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$3,498 | $4,500 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Samsung | Sony | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 4, 2022 | May 3, 2021 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | QN85QN95B | XR-85X95J | |
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 | 8.9/10 | 8.3/10 | |
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 | 9.5/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.9/10 | 8.2/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 8.2/10 | 8/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 7.3/10 | 8/10 | |
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 74.3" x 2.4" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 45.4" x 74.6" | 43.2" x 74.3" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 95.7 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 | 7/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 8/10 | 8.4/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 4.2.2 | 2.1 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 70 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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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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