LG C4 65" vs Samsung QN95D 65" (4K Neo QLED)
The Verdict
LG's C4 OLED delivers exceptional contrast and color accuracy with perfect blacks at a significantly lower price point, featuring the responsive α9 Gen 7 processor and 1ms input lag ideal for gaming. Samsung's QN95D Neo QLED counters with superior peak brightness (3000 nits vs 1300), better suited for bright rooms, and boasts a higher 144Hz refresh rate plus superior Object Tracking Sound Pro audio with 4.2.2 channels. Picture quality depends on viewing environment,OLED excels in darker settings with perfect blacks and infinite contrast, while Mini-LED's brightness advantage dominates well-lit spaces. Gaming performance slightly favors LG's lower latency, though both excel. At $1000 less, the C4 offers remarkable value for the OLED technology premium, making it the better choice for most users prioritizing cinematic picture quality and gaming responsiveness. The QN95D justifies its premium primarily for bright rooms and those wanting maximum peak brightness.
Who Should Buy
Buy the LG C4 65" if…
- →Perfect black levels from self-emissive OLED pixels — best-in-class contrast
- →All four HDMI 2.1 ports at full bandwidth with VRR, ALLM, and G-Sync Compatible
- →1ms input lag makes it one of the best gaming TVs at any price
Buy the Samsung QN95D 65" (4K Neo QLED) if…
- →Exceptional brightness at 3000 nits makes HDR content pop in any room
- →144Hz panel with VRR is ideal for PC and next-gen console gaming
- →Mini-LED backlighting with hundreds of dimming zones for deep contrast
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
LG C4 65"
Pros
- Perfect black levels from self-emissive OLED pixels — best-in-class contrast
- All four HDMI 2.1 ports at full bandwidth with VRR, ALLM, and G-Sync Compatible
- 1ms input lag makes it one of the best gaming TVs at any price
- Dolby Vision IQ and Dolby Atmos support for premium cinematic experience
- webOS 24 is clean, fast, and nearly ad-free compared to Tizen
Cons
- OLED burn-in risk with prolonged static content (e.g. news tickers, HUDs)
- Peak brightness trails Mini-LED rivals in very bright HDR highlights
- Slightly lower brightness than the G4, limiting HDR pop in sunlit rooms
- USB-A ports are only USB 2.0 speed
Samsung QN95D 65" (4K Neo QLED)
Pros
- Exceptional brightness at 3000 nits makes HDR content pop in any room
- 144Hz panel with VRR is ideal for PC and next-gen console gaming
- Mini-LED backlighting with hundreds of dimming zones for deep contrast
- Ultra-slim One Connect box keeps cables clean and hidden
- 4K AI upscaling makes lower-resolution content look sharp
Cons
- No Dolby Vision — Samsung exclusively uses HDR10+
- Tizen OS home screen includes advertising
- Mini-LED still shows slight blooming around bright objects on dark backgrounds
- $2,799 is premium pricing for an LCD-based technology
Full Specifications
| Spec | LG C4 65" | Samsung QN95D 65" (4K Neo QLED) |
|---|---|---|
| Body | ||
| VESA mount | 300 x 200mm | 300 x 300mm |
| Weight | 52.9 lbs | 53.4 lbs |
| Dimensions (w/ stand) | 57.0 x 36.9 x 10.1 inches | 57.1 x 35.4 x 11.2 inches |
| Dimensions | — | 57.1 x 32.7 x 1.0 inches |
| Audio | ||
| Output (watts) | 60 | 70 |
| Speakers | 2.2ch | 4.2.2ch Object Tracking Sound Pro |
| Dolby Atmos | ||
| Gaming | ||
| VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) | ||
| ALLM | ||
| Input lag (ms) | 1 | 5 |
| Display | ||
| HDR | Dolby Vision IQ, HDR10, HLG, Filmmaker Mode | Quantum HDR 48x, HDR10+, HLG |
| Size | 65" | 65" |
| Type | OLED evo | Neo QLED Mini-LED |
| Resolution | 3840 x 2160 (4K UHD) | 3840 x 2160 (4K) |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 144Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1300 | 3000 |
| Smart TV | ||
| Os | webOS 24 | Tizen OS |
| Voice assistant | ThinQ AI, Alexa, Google Assistant | Bixby, Alexa, Google Assistant |
| Processor | ||
| Chipset | α9 Gen 7 AI Processor 4K | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Ethernet | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.2 |
| USB ports | 3 | 2 |
| HDMI ports | 4 | 4 |
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This comparison is based on verified manufacturer specifications covering display, performance, camera, battery, and build quality. Scores are generated by analyzing specs across weighted categories on a 10-point scale. Learn more about our methodology.
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