LG QNED85 55" vs Sony A95L 65"
The Verdict
LG's QNED85 delivers impressive performance at an accessible price point, featuring a 55-inch quantum dot display with 700 nits brightness, 120Hz refresh rate, and respectable gaming credentials (7ms input lag, VRR/ALLM support). The 20-watt 2.0 speaker setup with Dolby Atmos handles audio adequately for casual viewing. Sony's A95L represents a premium tier entirely: its 65-inch QD-OLED panel produces 1700 nits brightness with perfect blacks, superior color accuracy through Filmmaker Mode, and the Cognitive Processor XR upscales content exceptionally well. Audio jumps to 60 watts with Acoustic Surface Audio+ technology, creating immersive sound without external speakers. Both offer identical gaming specs (8ms vs 7ms lag, both 120Hz), but the Sony's larger screen, OLED contrast, and significantly brighter peak output create a substantially different viewing experience. The LG suits budget-conscious buyers wanting solid 4K gaming and streaming in a compact form. The Sony justifies its $1700 premium through superior contrast, brightness, processor intelligence, and audio engineering, making it the choice for videophiles prioritizing picture quality above all else. For most buyers, the LG hits the value sweet spot. For those wanting reference-level performance, the Sony is worth the investment.
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 Sony A95L 65" if…
- →QD-OLED achieves extraordinary color volume — widest color gamut of any OLED panel
- →Acoustic Surface Audio+ vibrates the screen itself as a speaker for perfectly matched audio
- →Cognitive Processor XR produces Sony's signature natural, cinema-accurate color tuning
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
Sony A95L 65"
Pros
- QD-OLED achieves extraordinary color volume — widest color gamut of any OLED panel
- Acoustic Surface Audio+ vibrates the screen itself as a speaker for perfectly matched audio
- Cognitive Processor XR produces Sony's signature natural, cinema-accurate color tuning
- Dolby Vision support distinguishes it from Samsung's QD-OLED which lacks DV
- Perfect black levels with infinite contrast ratio from OLED pixel-level control
Cons
- 2023 model — the 2024 A95L successor offers meaningfully improved brightness
- Only two of the four HDMI ports support full HDMI 2.1 bandwidth
- No Wi-Fi 6, limiting wireless performance compared to 2024 rivals
- QD-OLED burn-in risk requires pixel refresher intervals and care with static content
- At $2,499, pricing has been undercut by newer Mini-LED panels with more brightness
Full Specifications
| Spec | LG QNED85 55" | Sony A95L 65" |
|---|---|---|
| Body | ||
| VESA mount | 300 x 300mm | 300 x 300mm |
| Weight | 32.4 lbs | 58.9 lbs |
| Dimensions | 48.4 x 28.1 x 2.1 inches | — |
| Dimensions (w/ stand) | 48.4 x 30.4 x 9.4 inches | 57.3 x 37.5 x 10.7 inches |
| Audio | ||
| Output (watts) | 20 | 60 |
| Speakers | 2.0ch | Acoustic Surface Audio+ |
| Dolby Atmos | ||
| Gaming | ||
| VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) | ||
| ALLM | ||
| Input lag (ms) | 7 | 8 |
| Display | ||
| HDR | Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG | Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG, Filmmaker Mode |
| 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 | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 700 | 1700 |
| Smart TV | ||
| Os | webOS 23 | Google TV |
| Voice assistant | LG ThinQ AI, Alexa, Google Assistant | Google Assistant |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Ethernet | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.0 |
| USB ports | 2 | 3 |
| HDMI ports | 4 | 4 |
| Processor | ||
| Chipset | — | Cognitive Processor XR |
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