LG OLED B3 65" vs Samsung S95D 65"
The Verdict
LG's B3 delivers exceptional value at $1,299, featuring WOLED technology with 600-nit brightness, Dolby Vision support, and snappy 7ms gaming response time across its 120Hz panel. Samsung's S95D represents the premium tier at $2,599, leveraging QD-OLED's superior brightness (2000 nits), 144Hz refresh rate, and exceptional 1ms input lag paired with a Neural Quantum Processor and Object Tracking Sound+ system. Picture quality differences are stark,Samsung's dramatically brighter display excels in bright rooms and HDR highlights, while the S95D's superior gaming specs (1ms vs 7ms lag) cater to competitive players. Audio capabilities heavily favor Samsung with 60W versus LG's modest 20W output. For most viewers seeking impressive OLED picture quality and strong gaming performance without premium pricing, the B3 represents outstanding value. Serious gamers and those prioritizing maximum brightness and audio immersion should invest in the S95D.
Who Should Buy
Buy the LG OLED B3 65" if…
- →Most affordable 65-inch LG OLED at $1,299 — great entry into OLED
- →Perfect blacks and infinite contrast inherent to OLED technology
- →Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos for cinema-quality HDR experience
Buy the Samsung S95D 65" if…
- →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
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
LG OLED B3 65"
Pros
- Most affordable 65-inch LG OLED at $1,299 — great entry into OLED
- Perfect blacks and infinite contrast inherent to OLED technology
- Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos for cinema-quality HDR experience
- 4x HDMI 2.1 ports with 4K@120Hz for gaming
- Wide viewing angles with no color shift
Cons
- Older α7 Gen6 processor — less effective upscaling than C3's α9
- 600 nits peak brightness is dim — struggles in bright rooms
- 20W speakers are weak — a soundbar is essential
- Wi-Fi 5 instead of Wi-Fi 6 on a 2023 model
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
Full Specifications
| Spec | LG OLED B3 65" | Samsung S95D 65" |
|---|---|---|
| Body | ||
| VESA mount | 300 x 200mm | 400 x 300mm |
| Weight | 41.7 lbs | 55.1 lbs |
| Dimensions | 57.0 x 32.8 x 1.8 inches | — |
| Dimensions (w/ stand) | 57.0 x 35.5 x 11.8 inches | 57.0 x 35.9 x 10.9 inches |
| Audio | ||
| Output (watts) | 20 | 60 |
| Speakers | 2.0ch | 4.2.2ch Object Tracking Sound+ |
| Dolby Atmos | ||
| Gaming | ||
| VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) | ||
| ALLM | ||
| Input lag (ms) | 7 | 1 |
| Display | ||
| HDR | Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG | Quantum HDR OLED+, HDR10+, HLG |
| Size | 65" | 65" |
| Type | OLED (WOLED) | QD-OLED |
| Resolution | 3840 x 2160 (4K) | 3840 x 2160 (4K UHD) |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 144Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 600 | 2000 |
| Smart TV | ||
| Os | webOS 23 | Tizen OS |
| Voice assistant | LG ThinQ AI, Alexa, Google Assistant | Bixby, Alexa, Google Assistant |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Ethernet | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.2 |
| USB ports | 2 | 2 |
| HDMI ports | 4 | 4 |
| Processor | ||
| Chipset | — | Neural Quantum Processor 4K |
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