LG C5 vs Samsung S95F
Buy the LG C5 if you want the best price on a 4K OLED with four HDMI 2.1 ports and 144Hz PC gaming. Buy the Samsung S95F if you watch in a bright room and want the strongest anti-glare coating and higher peak brightness. The C5 is far cheaper: $939.95 at Walmart as of November 3, 2026, versus $1,399.99 for the 55-inch S95F at its lowest recent daily price.
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LG C5
4.8Choose the LG C5 if you want a 65-inch-class OLED for under $1,000 with four HDMI 2.1 inputs, Dolby Vision and 144Hz VRR for PC gaming.
- Lowest price of the pair by about $460
- Four HDMI 2.1 ports, all ready for 4K/120 consoles
- Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos support
- 144Hz VRR with G-Sync and FreeSync Premium
- Large, well-established review base
What separates them
| LG C5 | Samsung S95F | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $939.95 at Walmart as of November 3, 2026 | $1,399.99 lowest daily price as of November 2, 2026 (55-inch) |
| Peak brightness | OLED evo panel, boosted but dimmer than QD-OLED rivals | OLED HDR Pro, brighter with stronger highlights |
| Anti-glare | Anti-glare coating, still shows some reflections | Glare Free screen that nearly eliminates reflections |
| Gaming refresh | 144Hz with VRR, G-Sync and FreeSync Premium, 0.1ms response | Motion Xcelerator 165Hz |
| HDR formats | Dolby Vision, Dolby Atmos, FILMMAKER MODE | HDR10+ and Dolby Atmos, no Dolby Vision |
| Smart platform | webOS 25 with 350+ free LG Channels | Tizen with Google Assistant, Alexa and SmartThings |
| HDMI inputs | 4x HDMI 2.1 |
Price history
- LG C5: lowest $781.60 on Nov 2 at Walmart; $813.49 on Nov 3.
- Samsung S95F: lowest $1,399.99 on Nov 2 at Walmart.
Prices at every store
LG C5
- WalmartNew
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$939.95Observed at 4:08 PM - B&H Photo-Video-AudioNew
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$949.95Observed at 4:08 PM - Best BuyNew
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$1,299.99Observed at 4:08 PM - CrutchfieldNew
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$1,299.99Observed at 4:08 PM
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Specs compared
| Spec | LG C5 | Samsung S95F |
|---|---|---|
| Display Type | OLED | OLED |
| Resolution | 4K | 3840 x 2160 |
| HDTV Format | 4K UHD | 4K |
| Refresh Rate | 144Hz | 120 Hz |
| color | Black | Black |
| High Definition | Yes | Yes |
| Screen Form | Flat | Flat |
| Assistant Support | Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa | Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa |
| HDR | Yes | Yes |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, IrDA, HDMI | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, USB, HDMI, Ethernet, Optical … |
What reviewers say
LG C5
Owners rate the C5 highly, at 4.8 out of 5 from about 18,000 ratings, with most praise going to picture quality and gaming features. The main complaint is brightness and color punch next to brighter OLED competitors.
- Deep blacks and strong contrast for films
- Smooth 144Hz gaming with low lag
- Simple webOS interface and plenty of free channels
- Slim design and narrow bezel
- Peak brightness trails some rival OLEDs
- Color volume is not as rich as QD-OLED sets
- Glare in bright rooms
- Burn-in worries for heavy news or sports viewing
Samsung S95F
Owners rate the S95F highly, at 4.7 out of 5 from 681 ratings, and most praise its bright, high-contrast picture and low glare. The main complaint centers on the matte screen finish.
Questions and answers
- Which is better for a bright living room?
- The Samsung S95F. Its Glare Free screen and brighter OLED HDR Pro panel hold up better against windows and lamps. The C5 is dimmer and shows more reflections.
- Is the S95F worth the extra money?
- Only if brightness and glare control matter to you. At $1,399.99 versus $939.95 for the C5, you pay about $460 more for a brighter, less reflective picture and 165Hz motion.
- Which is better for gaming?
- Both are strong. The C5 gives you four HDMI 2.1 ports, 144Hz VRR and 0.1ms response. The S95F edges it on refresh at 165Hz, but the C5 covers consoles and PC well for less.
- Does the LG C5 support Dolby Vision?
- Yes. The C5 supports Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos. The Samsung S95F does not support Dolby Vision.
- Which lasts longer?
- Neither maker publishes a lifespan figure. Both use self-lit OLED panels, which can dim over many years of heavy use. The C5 has a much larger review base, so problems surface faster.
- What sizes do they come in?
- The C5 comes in sizes from 42 inches up, including the 42-inch class listed at Brown's TV and Appliance. The S95F listing here is the 55-inch model.
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