Samsung QN90C 65" (4K Neo QLED) vs Sony Bravia 8 65"
The Verdict
The Samsung QN90C 65" (4K Neo QLED) and Sony Bravia 8 65" sit in the same category and end up appealing to slightly different buyers. The Sony Bravia 8 65" is the cheaper of the two at $1,700 versus $1,799, a difference of about $99. The Sony Bravia 8 65" is the newer release, which usually means a faster chipset and longer software support. Samsung QN90C 65" (4K Neo QLED) stands out for excellent value for a mini-led flagship at $1,799, while Sony Bravia 8 65" is praised for sony xr processor for cinematic picture quality. 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 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
Buy the Sony Bravia 8 65" if…
- →Sony XR Processor for cinematic picture quality
- →Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos
- →Google TV with Apple AirPlay 2
Pros & Cons
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
Sony Bravia 8 65"
Pros
- Sony XR Processor for cinematic picture quality
- Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos
- Google TV with Apple AirPlay 2
- Acoustic Surface Audio for immersive sound
- BRAVIA Theater compatibility
Cons
- $1700 for 65-inch OLED
- 120Hz vs 144Hz on LG/Samsung competitors
- Only Wi-Fi 6 (not 6E or 7)
Full Specifications
| Spec | Samsung QN90C 65" (4K Neo QLED) | Sony Bravia 8 65" |
|---|---|---|
| Body | ||
| VESA mount | 300 x 300mm | 300 x 300 |
| Weight | 53.0 lbs | 19.0 kg |
| 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 | 50 |
| Speakers | 2.2.2ch Object Tracking Sound+ | — |
| Dolby Atmos | ||
| Gaming | ||
| VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) | ||
| ALLM | ||
| Input lag (ms) | 6 | — |
| Display | ||
| HDR | Quantum HDR 32x, HDR10+, HLG | Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG |
| Size | 65" | 65 inches |
| Type | Neo QLED Mini-LED | OLED |
| Resolution | 3840 x 2160 (4K) | 3840 x 2160 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz (144Hz via firmware update) | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 2000 | — |
| Smart TV | ||
| Os | Tizen OS | Google TV |
| Voice assistant | Bixby, Alexa, Google Assistant | Google Assistant, Alexa, Apple AirPlay 2 |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Ethernet | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.2 |
| USB ports | 2 | 2 |
| HDMI ports | 4 | 4 |
| Processor | ||
| Chipset | — | XR Processor |
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