Samsung The Frame 65" (2023) vs Vizio P-Series Quantum 65"
The Verdict
Samsung's Frame excels as a premium lifestyle display with its exceptional thinness (1.0 inches) and artistic appeal, complemented by a bright 1000-nit QLED panel and robust 40W audio with Dolby Atmos. Vizio's P-Series Quantum counters with superior peak brightness (1200 nits), faster input lag (8ms vs 10ms), full-array local dimming for deeper blacks, and Wi-Fi 6 connectivity,all at $500 less. Picture quality favors Vizio slightly due to superior contrast control and brightness, while Samsung prioritizes design and integrated sound. Gaming performance is nearly identical on both. For those valuing aesthetics and premium audio, Samsung justifies its premium; budget-conscious buyers seeking peak performance will find Vizio delivers exceptional value. Vizio edges ahead for pure home theater, but Samsung's Frame remains unmatched for living spaces where the TV doubles as décor.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Samsung The Frame 65" (2023) if…
- →Art Mode displays artwork when off — blends into any room as wall decor
- →Matte anti-reflection screen eliminates glare and reduces fingerprints
- →Customizable bezels match any interior style — looks like a picture frame
Buy the Vizio P-Series Quantum 65" if…
- →Strong price-to-performance — quantum dot color and FALD at $999
- →Both Dolby Vision and HDR10+ support all HDR content
- →120Hz with VRR and ALLM for console and PC gaming
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Samsung The Frame 65" (2023)
Pros
- Art Mode displays artwork when off — blends into any room as wall decor
- Matte anti-reflection screen eliminates glare and reduces fingerprints
- Customizable bezels match any interior style — looks like a picture frame
- One Connect box hides all cables for truly clean wall mounting
- 4K@120Hz with VRR keeps it relevant for gaming
Cons
- Picture quality trails Samsung's Neo QLED and OLED models at similar prices
- Art Store subscription ($6/mo) needed for the full artwork gallery
- 1000 nits brightness is average for HDR performance
- Contrast and black levels lag behind OLED and Mini-LED alternatives
Vizio P-Series Quantum 65"
Pros
- Strong price-to-performance — quantum dot color and FALD at $999
- Both Dolby Vision and HDR10+ support all HDR content
- 120Hz with VRR and ALLM for console and PC gaming
- 1200 nits peak brightness makes HDR content pop
- Wide color gamut with quantum dot enhancement
Cons
- SmartCast platform is slow and has limited apps compared to Google TV
- 20W audio is very weak — a soundbar is essential
- Build quality and remote feel budget-oriented
- Vizio software support and updates can be inconsistent
Full Specifications
| Spec | Samsung The Frame 65" (2023) | Vizio P-Series Quantum 65" |
|---|---|---|
| Body | ||
| VESA mount | 200 x 200mm | 300 x 300mm |
| Weight | 47.6 lbs | 44.7 lbs |
| Dimensions | 57.1 x 32.7 x 1.0 inches | 56.9 x 32.9 x 3.0 inches |
| Dimensions (w/ stand) | 57.1 x 35.6 x 7.7 inches | 56.9 x 35.3 x 12.0 inches |
| Audio | ||
| Output (watts) | 40 | 20 |
| Speakers | 2.0ch | 2.0ch |
| Dolby Atmos | ||
| Gaming | ||
| VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) | ||
| ALLM | ||
| Input lag (ms) | 10 | 8 |
| Display | ||
| HDR | Quantum HDR, HDR10+, HLG | Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR10, HLG |
| Size | 65" | 65" |
| Type | QLED | Quantum Color LED (VA LCD, Full Array Local Dimming) |
| Resolution | 3840 x 2160 (4K) | 3840 x 2160 (4K) |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1000 | 1200 |
| Smart TV | ||
| Os | Tizen OS | SmartCast (Chromecast built-in) |
| Voice assistant | Bixby, Alexa, Google Assistant | Google Assistant, Alexa (via voice remote) |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Ethernet | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.0 |
| USB ports | 2 | 1 |
| HDMI ports | 4 | 4 |
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