LG G5 OLED evo 65" vs Samsung QN90C 65" (4K Neo QLED)
The Verdict
The LG G5 OLED evo 65" and Samsung QN90C 65" (4K Neo QLED) sit in the same category and end up appealing to slightly different buyers. The Samsung QN90C 65" (4K Neo QLED) is the cheaper of the two at $1,799 versus $2,600, a difference of about $801. The LG G5 OLED evo 65" is the newer release, which usually means a faster chipset and longer software support. LG G5 OLED evo 65" stands out for oled evo with mla for higher brightness (3000 nits), while Samsung QN90C 65" (4K Neo QLED) is praised for excellent value for a mini-led flagship at $1,799. Use the side-by-side spec table below to compare cameras, displays, battery life and connectivity in detail and decide which one fits your priorities.
Who Should Buy
Buy the LG G5 OLED evo 65" if…
- →OLED evo with MLA for higher brightness (3000 nits)
- →Gallery design with flush wall mount included
- →144Hz with G-Sync and FreeSync Premium
Buy the Samsung QN90C 65" (4K Neo QLED) if…
- →Excellent value for a Mini-LED flagship at $1,799
- →2000 nits peak brightness is outstanding for HDR in bright rooms
- →4x HDMI 2.1 with 4K@120Hz and VRR for next-gen gaming
Pros & Cons
LG G5 OLED evo 65"
Pros
- OLED evo with MLA for higher brightness (3000 nits)
- Gallery design with flush wall mount included
- 144Hz with G-Sync and FreeSync Premium
- Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos
- α11 AI processor
Cons
- $2600 is premium over C5
- Wall-mount design means no stand included
- Risk of OLED burn-in
Samsung QN90C 65" (4K Neo QLED)
Pros
- Excellent value for a Mini-LED flagship at $1,799
- 2000 nits peak brightness is outstanding for HDR in bright rooms
- 4x HDMI 2.1 with 4K@120Hz and VRR for next-gen gaming
- Slim anti-reflection screen works well in rooms with windows
- Object Tracking Sound moves audio to match on-screen action
Cons
- No Dolby Vision support
- Some blooming visible in very dark scenes with small bright highlights
- Viewing angles are narrower than OLED — best for straight-on viewing
- Tizen ads on the home screen detract from the premium experience
Full Specifications
| Spec | LG G5 OLED evo 65" | Samsung QN90C 65" (4K Neo QLED) |
|---|---|---|
| Body | ||
| VESA mount | 300 x 200 | 300 x 300mm |
| Weight | 18.2 kg | 53.0 lbs |
| Dimensions | — | 57.0 x 32.7 x 1.0 inches |
| Dimensions (w/ stand) | — | 57.0 x 35.3 x 11.4 inches |
| Audio | ||
| Output (watts) | 60 | 60 |
| Dolby Atmos | ||
| Speakers | — | 2.2.2ch Object Tracking Sound+ |
| Gaming | ||
| VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) | ||
| ALLM | ||
| Input lag (ms) | 9 | 6 |
| Display | ||
| HDR | Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG | Quantum HDR 32x, HDR10+, HLG |
| Size | 65 inches | 65" |
| Type | OLED evo MLA | Neo QLED Mini-LED |
| Resolution | 3840 x 2160 | 3840 x 2160 (4K) |
| Refresh rate | 144Hz | 120Hz (144Hz via firmware update) |
| Brightness (nits) | 3000 | 2000 |
| Smart TV | ||
| Os | webOS 25 | Tizen OS |
| Voice assistant | ThinQ AI, Alexa, Google Assistant | Bixby, Alexa, Google Assistant |
| Processor | ||
| Chipset | α11 AI | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Ethernet | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.1 | 5.2 |
| USB ports | 3 | 2 |
| HDMI ports | 4 | 4 |
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