Samsung S95D 65" vs Sony A80L 65" (OLED)
The Verdict
Samsung's S95D commands a premium with its QD-OLED panel delivering exceptional brightness at 2000 nits versus Sony's 1000-nit WOLED, making highlights pop and HDR content more impactful. Gaming prowess heavily favors Samsung: 144Hz refresh rate with merely 1ms input lag crushes Sony's 120Hz and 8ms response. Samsung's 4.2.2ch Object Tracking Sound system (60W) outperforms Sony's Acoustic Surface Audio+ (50W) for immersive content. Sony counters with superior thinness (2.1" vs 10.9"), lighter weight, and Dolby Vision support alongside a more intuitive Google TV experience. The $600 price gap is substantial,Sony delivers solid OLED quality for mainstream users, while Samsung justifies its cost through gaming dominance, brighter panel technology, and advanced audio. For competitive gaming and blockbuster movies, Samsung edges ahead. For general viewing and budget consciousness, Sony remains excellent. Recommendation: Choose Samsung S95D if gaming and peak brightness matter; select Sony A80L for elegant design and better value.
Who Should Buy
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
Buy the Sony A80L 65" (OLED) if…
- →Sony's legendary image processing with XR Cognitive Processor is unmatched
- →Acoustic Surface Audio+ vibrates the screen as a speaker — immersive and unique
- →Superb motion handling makes it the best TV for film and sports content
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
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
Sony A80L 65" (OLED)
Pros
- Sony's legendary image processing with XR Cognitive Processor is unmatched
- Acoustic Surface Audio+ vibrates the screen as a speaker — immersive and unique
- Superb motion handling makes it the best TV for film and sports content
- Google TV platform has the widest app selection of any smart TV OS
- Perfect blacks with no blooming — inherent OLED advantage
Cons
- Only 2 of 4 HDMI ports are HDMI 2.1 — limiting for multi-console setups
- Wi-Fi 5 in 2023 is a disappointing omission
- $1,999 is pricier than LG C3 and Samsung S90C at the same size
- Burn-in risk with OLED for static content use
Full Specifications
| Spec | Samsung S95D 65" | Sony A80L 65" (OLED) |
|---|---|---|
| Body | ||
| VESA mount | 400 x 300mm | 300 x 300mm |
| Weight | 55.1 lbs | 44.1 lbs |
| Dimensions (w/ stand) | 57.0 x 35.9 x 10.9 inches | 57.1 x 35.0 x 11.8 inches |
| Dimensions | — | 57.1 x 33.3 x 2.1 inches |
| Audio | ||
| Output (watts) | 60 | 50 |
| Speakers | 4.2.2ch Object Tracking Sound+ | Acoustic Surface Audio+ (2 actuators + 2 subwoofers) |
| Dolby Atmos | ||
| Gaming | ||
| VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) | ||
| ALLM | ||
| Input lag (ms) | 1 | 8 |
| Display | ||
| HDR | Quantum HDR OLED+, HDR10+, HLG | Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG |
| Size | 65" | 65" |
| Type | QD-OLED | OLED (WOLED) |
| Resolution | 3840 x 2160 (4K UHD) | 3840 x 2160 (4K) |
| Refresh rate | 144Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 2000 | 1000 |
| Smart TV | ||
| Os | Tizen OS | Google TV |
| Voice assistant | Bixby, Alexa, Google Assistant | Google Assistant, Alexa (via Works with Alexa) |
| Processor | ||
| Chipset | Neural Quantum Processor 4K | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Ethernet | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.0 |
| USB ports | 2 | 2 |
| HDMI ports | 4 | 4 |
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