LG C4 65" vs Samsung S95D 65"
Both 65-inch OLED TVs deliver exceptional picture quality, but they target different budgets and priorities. LG's C4 features a proven OLED evo panel with 1300 nits brightness, 120Hz refresh rate, and the capable α9 Gen 7 processor, all at $1799. Samsung's S95D commands a $800 premium with QD-OLED technology pushing 2000 nits peak brightness, 144Hz gaming support, and superior 4.2.2ch Object Tracking Sound versus LG's 2.2ch system. Picture quality differences are noticeable but subtle for casual viewing—Samsung excels in peak brightness and gaming fluidity, while LG delivers excellent contrast and color accuracy at a more accessible price. For competitive gamers and brightness enthusiasts, the S95D justifies its cost; general viewers seeking premium OLED performance with outstanding value should choose the C4.
Full Specifications
| Spec | LG C4 65" | Samsung S95D 65" |
|---|---|---|
| Body | ||
| VESA mount | 300 x 200mm | 400 x 300mm |
| Weight | 52.9 lbs | 55.1 lbs |
| Dimensions (w/ stand) | 57.0 x 36.9 x 10.1 inches | 57.0 x 35.9 x 10.9 inches |
| Audio | ||
| Output (watts) | 60 | 60 |
| Speakers | 2.2ch | 4.2.2ch Object Tracking Sound+ |
| Dolby Atmos | ||
| Gaming | ||
| VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) | ||
| ALLM | ||
| Input lag (ms) | 1 | 1 |
| Display | ||
| HDR | Dolby Vision IQ, HDR10, HLG, Filmmaker Mode | Quantum HDR OLED+, HDR10+, HLG |
| Size | 65" | 65" |
| Type | OLED evo | QD-OLED |
| Resolution | 3840 x 2160 (4K UHD) | 3840 x 2160 (4K UHD) |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 144Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1300 | 2000 |
| 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 | Neural Quantum Processor 4K |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Ethernet | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.2 |
| USB ports | 3 | 2 |
| HDMI ports | 4 | 4 |
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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 S95D 65"
Pros
- Matte anti-glare coating on an OLED panel — best-in-class reflection handling
- QD-OLED achieves some of the highest color volume of any consumer display
- 144Hz panel with 1ms input lag is outstanding for PC and next-gen console gaming
- Thin, elegant design with a nearly bezel-free look
- All four HDMI 2.1 ports support 4K@144Hz for future-proofed connectivity
Cons
- Premium $2,599 price is hard to justify over the LG C4 for most buyers
- Tizen OS shows ads and sponsored content on the home screen
- OLED is prone to permanent burn-in with static content over time
- No Dolby Vision — Samsung still uses only HDR10+ for HDR metadata
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