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LG C6 Series OLED TV vs Samsung S90H OLED 4K Smart TV

Both are 42-inch 4K OLEDs with 165Hz panels and four HDMI 2.1 ports, so gaming is close. The LG C6 leans on Dolby Vision, Dolby Atmos, G-SYNC and FreeSync Premium, and its webOS is widely praised for a clean layout and strong gaming dashboard. The Samsung S90H counters with HDR10+ support, a brighter 2.1-channel 40W speaker system, Wi-Fi 6E and a long OS update promise. Buy the LG if you watch Dolby Vision movies and want the most polished gaming features; buy the Samsung if you want punchier built-in sound and HDR10+ for Samsung-heavy streaming.

  • Choose the LG C6 if you want Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos, G-SYNC and FreeSync Premium, and LG's webOS gaming dashboard in a 42-inch OLED.
  • Choose the Samsung S90H if you want HDR10+ support, a 40W 2.1-channel speaker system, Wi-Fi 6E and a long Tizen update commitment.

Prices

  • LG C6 Series OLED TV: $899.99 at Walmart (last seen Nov 9)
  • Samsung S90H OLED 4K Smart TV: $885.00 at Newegg (last seen Nov 9)
  • Difference: the Samsung S90H OLED 4K Smart TV is $14.99 cheaper than the LG C6 Series OLED TV at the latest prices (Nov 9)
LG
LG 42" C6 Series 4K UHD OLED AI Smart webOS 26 TV

LG C6 Series OLED TV

LG 42" C6 Series 4K UHD OLED AI Smart webOS 26 TV

4.8(2,339 ratings)
$899.99at WalmartChecked 22 h ago
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Pros
  • Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos for film and streaming
  • G-SYNC and FreeSync Premium cover both major GPU brands
  • Four HDMI 2.1 ports at 165Hz
  • Game Optimizer and Dashboard are easy to reach
  • OLED evo panel with per-pixel contrast
Cons
  • No HDR10+ support
  • Built-in speaker output is modest next to the Samsung
  • Wi-Fi 6E not confirmed
  • Only the 42-inch size is listed here
Samsung
Samsung S90H Series OLED 4K Smart TV 42-Inch

Samsung S90H OLED 4K Smart TV

Samsung S90H Series OLED 4K Smart TV 42-Inch

$885.00at NeweggChecked 22 h ago
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Pros
  • HDR10+ Adaptive and Gaming plus HDR10+ Advanced
  • 40W 2.1-channel speakers give more built-in punch
  • Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3
  • Tizen updates promised for up to seven generations
  • Sizes from 42 to 83 inches
Cons
  • No Dolby Vision
  • No confirmed G-SYNC or FreeSync Premium certification
  • Fewer gaming-specific on-screen tools than LG's dashboard

What separates them

LG C6 Series OLED TVSamsung S90H OLED 4K Smart TV
HDR formatsDolby Vision plus HDR10 and HLGHDR10, HDR10+, HDR10+ Adaptive and Gaming, HDR10+ Advanced, HLG; no Dolby Vision
SoundDolby Atmos decoding; built-in speaker power not stated2.1-channel 40W built-in speakers
Variable refreshG-SYNC and AMD FreeSync Premium with VRRVRR with 165Hz panel; FreeSync support not stated
Smart platformwebOS with Game Optimizer and DashboardTizen OS 10 with updates promised for up to seven generations
WirelessWi-Fi and Bluetooth; Wi-Fi 6E not statedWi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3
ProcessorAlpha 11 AI Processor Gen3NQ4 AI Gen3 Processor
Size range42-inch model listed42, 48, 55, 65, 77 and 83 inches
PanelOLED evo, 4K, 165Hz, 0.1ms response4K OLED, 165Hz

Price history

$899.99$885.00
Nov 9Nov 10
  • LG C6 Series OLED TV: lowest $899.99 on Nov 9 at Abt Electronics; $899.99 on Nov 10.
  • Samsung S90H OLED 4K Smart TV: lowest $885.00 on Nov 10 at Newegg.

Prices at every store

LG C6 Series OLED TV

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Samsung S90H OLED 4K Smart TV

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    $885.00Free shippingChecked 22 h ago
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    $897.99Free shippingChecked 22 h ago
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Specs compared

SpecLG C6 Series OLED TVSamsung S90H OLED 4K Smart TV
Refresh rate165Hz165Hz
ProcessorAlpha 11 AI Processor Gen3NQ4 AI Gen3 Processor
screen_size42 in—
colorBlack—
Display technologyOLED—
Resolution format4K (UHD)—
Native vertical resolution2160—
Native horizontal resolution3840—
Diagonal viewable size41.5—
Response time0.1ms—
Annual energy consumption117.0—
On mode power62.8—
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SpecLG C6 Series OLED TVSamsung S90H OLED 4K Smart TV
Standby mode power0.4—
Screen sizes—42-inch, 48-inch, 55-inch, 65-inch, 77-inch, an…
Panel resolution—4K OLED
HDR formats—HDR10, HDR10+ (Adaptive and Gaming), HDR10+ Adv…
Speaker output—2.1-channel 40W
HDMI ports—four HDMI 2.1 ports
USB ports—three USB Type-A ports
Wi-Fi—Wi-Fi 6E
Bluetooth version—Bluetooth 5.3

What reviewers say

LG C6 Series OLED TV

  • 4.8 / 52,339 ratings

Owners rate it very highly, praising picture quality, gaming features and the four HDMI 2.1 ports. Complaints center on brightness in bright rooms and the small screen size.

What people mention
  • Picture qualityPraisedOwners call the contrast and black levels excellent, especially in dark rooms.
  • GamingPraisedHigh refresh rate, VRR and four HDMI 2.1 ports are repeatedly singled out.
  • BrightnessCriticisedSome say the panel struggles in bright, sunlit rooms.
  • SizeMixedBuyers like the compact footprint but some find 42 inches small for a main TV.

Questions and answers

Which is better for PS5 and Xbox Series X?
Both run 4K at up to 165Hz over HDMI 2.1 with VRR. The LG adds G-SYNC and FreeSync Premium plus a dedicated Game Optimizer, so it is the safer pick for mixed PC and console use.
Does the Samsung S90H support Dolby Vision?
No. It supports HDR10, HDR10+ and HLG. If most of your movies are Dolby Vision, the LG C6 handles them natively.
Which has better built-in sound?
The Samsung, with a 2.1-channel 40W system. The LG decodes Dolby Atmos but its built-in speakers are smaller, so a soundbar helps either set.
Is the LG C6 worth stepping up to over the Samsung?
Step up to the LG if Dolby Vision, G-SYNC and LG's gaming dashboard matter to you. Stay with the Samsung if HDR10+ and stronger built-in audio matter more.
Which lasts longer?
Both are OLED panels with similar burn-in risk; vary content and avoid static logos. Samsung promises Tizen updates for up to seven generations, which favors it for long-term software support.
Do both have four HDMI 2.1 ports?
Yes. Both list four HDMI 2.1 inputs, enough for a current console, a PC and a soundbar without a switcher.

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Operating system
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Tizen OS 10
OS updates—up to seven generations