LG QNED85 55" vs Samsung S95D 65"
The Verdict
Samsung's S95D is a flagship OLED that obliterates the LG QNED85 in nearly every technical dimension. The S95D's QD-OLED panel reaches 2000 nits versus the QNED85's 700 nits, delivering vastly superior contrast and color accuracy. Its 1ms input lag crushes the LG's 7ms for competitive gaming, while the 144Hz refresh rate provides smoother motion than the QNED85's 120Hz. The S95D's 60-watt 4.2.2ch speaker system with Object Tracking Sound dramatically outperforms the QNED85's 20-watt 2.0ch setup. Wi-Fi 6 and the Neural Quantum Processor 4K enable superior upscaling and responsiveness. The larger 65-inch screen adds significant immersion. However, the QNED85 represents exceptional value at $799, delivering solid 4K HDR performance with quantum dot technology, genuine gaming features, and smart OS functionality at roughly one-third the price. For budget-conscious buyers, the LG provides legitimate 4K gaming and streaming capability. For those prioritizing picture quality and performance without compromise, Samsung's investment is justified by superior OLED blacks, peak brightness, processing power, and gaming responsiveness. These are different market tiers entirely.
Who Should Buy
Buy the LG QNED85 55" if…
- →120Hz with VRR and ALLM provides a solid mid-range gaming TV
- →Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos for full HDR ecosystem support
- →Quantum Dot + NanoCell produces wider color gamut than basic LCD
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 QNED85 55"
Pros
- 120Hz with VRR and ALLM provides a solid mid-range gaming TV
- Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos for full HDR ecosystem support
- Quantum Dot + NanoCell produces wider color gamut than basic LCD
- Four HDMI ports (2x HDMI 2.1) handle multiple devices
- α7 Gen6 AI processor upscales and enhances SDR content well
Cons
- IPS panel still has mediocre contrast — blacks look grey
- 700 nits is modest — HDR highlights don't pop like Mini-LED
- 20W speakers are inadequate — soundbar strongly recommended
- QNED branding is confusing — this is not Mini-LED despite the name
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 QNED85 55" | Samsung S95D 65" |
|---|---|---|
| Body | ||
| VESA mount | 300 x 300mm | 400 x 300mm |
| Weight | 32.4 lbs | 55.1 lbs |
| Dimensions | 48.4 x 28.1 x 2.1 inches | — |
| Dimensions (w/ stand) | 48.4 x 30.4 x 9.4 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 | 55" | 65" |
| Type | QNED (Quantum Dot + NanoCell IPS LCD) | QD-OLED |
| Resolution | 3840 x 2160 (4K) | 3840 x 2160 (4K UHD) |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 144Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 700 | 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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