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Samsung QN90C (LCD)
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Sony X93L (LCD)
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January 10, 2024·
If you frequently watch movies or series, the Samsung QN90C offers a slightly better experience. It also performs better in bright rooms due to its higher brightness and better handling of reflections. However, it's a bit more expensive.On the other hand, the Sony X93L is generally less expensive and offers excellent sound quality, as well as high gaming performance with impressive motion processing capabilities. It's worth noting that the X93L also supports Dolby Vision, which the QN90C does not, potentially enhancing your HDR viewing experience.So, if cost and Dolby Vision support are crucial for you, and you're a gaming enthusiast, you might lean towards the Sony X93L. If you prefer better performance in bright conditions and value movie-watching qualities highly, the Samsung QN90C could be the better choice. GiveFeedback
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Advantages of the
Samsung QN90C (LCD)
- Best in class for bright room
- Very good for movies & TV
- Very good for use as monitor
- Excellent reflections
Advantages of the
Sony X93L (LCD)
- Very good for sports
- Best in class for upscaling
- Best in class motion processing
Key differences
Sports
7.0/10
8.0/10
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
10.0/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.0/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
10.0/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.0/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Sony X93L (LCD) is very good for sports, while the Samsung QN90C (LCD) is good.
The Sony X93L delivers superior motion processing and response time, ideal for fast-moving sports, while the Samsung QN90C offers better reflection handling and a wider viewing angle for a more flexible sports-viewing setup. However, the Sony's lesser gray uniformity may slightly impact the viewing experience during sports with vast uniform-colored areas like fields or courts.
Key similarities
Picture Quality
8.1/10
7.9/10
7.38/10
CONTRAST
7.00/10
9.1/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
8.7/10
miniLED FALD
PANEL TYPE
miniLED FALD
ADS / IPS
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Samsung QN90C (LCD) to have very good picture quality, while the Sony X93L (LCD) has good picture quality.
Movies & TV
8.0/10
7.9/10
7.38/10
CONTRAST
7.00/10
6.8/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
6.7/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
No
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Samsung QN90C (LCD) to be very good for movies & TV, while the Sony X93L (LCD) is good.
The Samsung QN90C excels with movies and cinematic TV thanks to its superior contrast, better local dimming, and black uniformity, which result in more pronounced dark scenes and sharper details. The Sony X93L, while good in these areas, falls slightly short in contrast and local dimming, but offers a slightly wider viewing angle and better colors out of the box, making it a strong choice for varied viewing environments.
Gaming
8.2/10
8.3/10
7.8/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
8.3/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.0/10
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
10.0/10
75.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
85.0/100
8.9/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.8/10
The Sony X93L (LCD) and Samsung QN90C (LCD) are both very good for gaming.
The Samsung QN90C stands out for gaming due to its exceptional response time and top-tier input lag which ensures smooth and responsive game play, while the Sony X93L also provides a very good gaming experience, but with slightly lower performance in responsiveness and input delay. Both TVs feature a 120Hz refresh rate and low input lag crucial for gaming, but the Samsung's superior response time can deliver a slight edge in fast-paced gaming scenarios.
Cartoons & Animation
8.8/10
8.5/10
7.5/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.6/10
9.1/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
8.7/10
10.0/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.0/10
8.1/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
7.8/10
7.7/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
8.2/10
The Samsung QN90C (LCD) and Sony X93L (LCD) are both very good for cartoons & animation.
The Samsung QN90C and Sony X93L both display vibrant colors that complement cartoons and animations well; the Samsung model is noted for very good colors straight out of the box and good color gamut, while the Sony boasts the same good color gamut with respectable color volume and excellent gray uniformity, enhancing overall visual consistency. Both have strengths like high contrast and sufficient SDR brightness for most viewing environments, but differences in gray uniformity may sway your preference depending on the uniformity level you desire.
News, Talk, & Other TV
8.8/10
8.9/10
10.0/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.0/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
The Sony X93L (LCD) and Samsung QN90C (LCD) are both very good for news, talk, & other TV.
The Samsung QN90C and Sony X93L are both great choices for news, talk shows, and other TV programs due to their superior upscaling capabilities, ensuring lower resolution content is displayed clearly. The Samsung QN90C has an edge in SDR brightness, which makes it more suitable for well-lit environments, while the Sony X93L provides very good out-of-the-box colors and a wide color gamut, contributing to vibrant and accurate images right after setting it up.
Bright Room
9.7/10
9.4/10
6.5/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.8/10
10.0/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.0/10
8.8/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.9/10
9.0/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
8.4/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Samsung QN90C (LCD) to be best in class for bright room, while the Sony X93L (LCD) is excellent.
The Samsung QN90C excels in very bright rooms because it has the best SDR and HDR brightness and excellent reflection handling, making it suitable for brightly lit environments. On the other hand, the Sony X93L has excellent SDR brightness and very good reflection handling, faring well in bright rooms but possibly not as optimal as the Samsung in the brightest conditions.
Cost
$1,598
$1,698
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The Samsung QN90C (LCD) has a price of $1,598 and the Sony X93L (LCD) costs $1,698.
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Spec Comparison
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| Samsung QN90C (LCD) | Sony X93L (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
| Price | $1,598 | $1,698 | |
Brand | |||
Brand | Samsung | Sony | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 2, 2023 | June 1, 2023 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | QN65QN90C | XR-65X93L | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 65" | 65" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
Screen Type | |||
Screen Type | LCD | LCD | |
Screen Sub-type | |||
Screen Sub-type | miniLED FALD ADS / IPS | miniLED FALD VA | |
Smart TV | |||
Smart TV | Yes | Yes | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Tizen | Google TV | |
Sound Quality Score
| |||
Sound Quality Score
| 8.3/10 | 9.2/10 | |
NextGen Ready | |||
NextGen Ready | Yes | Yes | |
HDMI Ports | |||
HDMI Ports | 4 | 4 | |
Coax Ports | |||
Coax Ports | 1 | 1 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 120Hz | 120Hz | |
Variable Refresh Rate | |||
Variable Refresh Rate | Yes | Yes | |
HDR Supported formats | |||
HDR Supported formats | HDR10, HDR10+, HLG | HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG | |
Accessibility | |||
Accessibility | Voice Commands | Voice Commands | |
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Picture Quality Score
| |||
Picture Quality Score
| 8.1/10 | 8/10 | |
Bright Room Score
| |||
Bright Room Score
| 9.7/10 | 9.4/10 | |
Gaming Score
| |||
Gaming Score
| 8.3/10 | 8.3/10 | |
Movies & TV Score
| |||
Movies & TV Score
| 8.1/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Sports Score
| |||
Sports Score
| 7/10 | 8.1/10 | |
News, Talk, & Other TV Score
| |||
News, Talk, & Other TV Score
| 8.9/10 | 8.9/10 | |
Cartoons & Animation Score
| |||
Cartoons & Animation Score
| 8.9/10 | 8.6/10 | |
Use as Monitor Score
| |||
Use as Monitor Score
| 8/10 | 7.8/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 32.6" x 56.9" x 1.1" | 32.9" x 56.9" x 2.4" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 35.1" x 56.9" | 33.4" x 56.9" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 53.4 lbs | 70.8 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 400 x 400 | 300 x 300 | |
DISPLAY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Color Depth | |||
Color Depth | 10 bit | 10 bit | |
Black Frame Insertion | |||
Black Frame Insertion | Yes | Yes | |
Auto Low Latency Mode | |||
Auto Low Latency Mode | Yes | Yes | |
Contrast
| |||
Contrast
| 7.4/10 | 7/10 | |
Local Dimming
| |||
Local Dimming
| 7/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Gaming Local Dimming | |||
Gaming Local Dimming | 7.5/100 | 8.5/100 | |
Game HDR Brightness Score
| |||
Game HDR Brightness Score
| 9/10 | 8.9/10 | |
SDR Brightness Score
| |||
SDR Brightness Score
| 10/10 | 9/10 | |
HDR Brightness Score
| |||
HDR Brightness Score
| 8.8/10 | 8.9/10 | |
Gray Uniformity
| |||
Gray Uniformity
| 7.8/10 | 8.3/10 | |
Black Uniformity
| |||
Black Uniformity
| 6.9/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Viewing Angle
| |||
Viewing Angle
| 6.5/10 | 5.8/10 | |
Reflections Score
| |||
Reflections Score
| 9.1/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Upscaling
| |||
Upscaling
| 8/10 | 10/10 | |
Motion Processing
| |||
Motion Processing
| 8/10 | 10/10 | |
Color Gamut Score
| |||
Color Gamut Score
| 7.6/10 | 7.7/10 | |
Color Volume Score
| |||
Color Volume Score
| 9.2/10 | 8.8/10 | |
Response Time Score
| |||
Response Time Score
| 7.8/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Input Lag Score
| |||
Input Lag Score
| 10/10 | 7/10 | |
Colors Out of the Box Score
| |||
Colors Out of the Box Score
| 8.2/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Quality Control
| |||
Quality Control
| 8/10 | 10/10 | |
Chroma Subsampling Score
| |||
Chroma Subsampling Score
| 8/10 | 8/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 4.2.2 | 2.2 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 60 W | 60 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | Up to DTS Digital Surround, Bypass only | |
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About Samsung
Samsung, a South Korean electronics manufacturer, holds the title of being the largest global TV vendor in terms of units sold. They offer a diverse lineup of TV products that cater to various budget ranges. A notable achievement in recent years is the development of Quantum Dots, a technology that enhances color reproduction, resulting in richer and more vibrant hues. Samsung TVs are well-regarded for their high manufacturing quality and user-friendly software, making them an excellent choice for consumers seeking an intuitive viewing experience.
About Sony
Sony stands as a highly experienced and widely trusted TV manufacturer, earning a reputation that surpasses all others. A Japanese company, Sony has been making TVs for far longs than it has been making Playstation game consoles. Sony's high-end TVs are often regarded as the ultimate choice for videophiles, representing the epitome of quality, albeit at a premium price point. Renowned for their advanced and precise motion handling, as well as their cutting-edge local dimming algorithms, Sony consistently delivers unparalleled performance in these areas. They include Google TV software with all their TV sets, which grants access to the largest selection of apps available and they also include Bravia Core which is a movie streaming platform specifically for Sony TVs that offers higher picture quality by using more bandwidth.
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