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Philips 974 Series OLED Roku TV vs Samsung 48" OLED TV with HW-Q990F Soundbar

Buy the Philips 974 if you want the biggest OLED picture for a main room: 65 inches, four HDMI ports, Dolby Vision IQ and Dolby Atmos, on the Roku platform. Buy the Samsung bundle if you want a smaller set with a soundbar and subwoofer included, which fixes the weak built-in audio most slim OLEDs have. The Philips wins on screen size and format support; the Samsung wins on out-of-the-box sound and anti-glare treatment. Owner feedback on the Philips is mixed at 3.9 out of 5 from a small sample, so check the panel on arrival.

  • Choose the Philips 974 if you sit several feet back and want a 65-inch OLED with Dolby Vision and Roku's app lineup.
  • Choose the Samsung bundle if your room is smaller or bright, and you want surround sound without buying a separate soundbar.

Prices

  • Philips 974 Series OLED Roku TV: $1,615.95 at Sears (last seen Oct 30)
  • Samsung 48" OLED TV with HW-Q990F Soundbar: $1,167.99 at Amazon (checked today)
  • Difference: the Samsung 48" OLED TV with HW-Q990F Soundbar is $447.96 cheaper than the Philips 974 Series OLED Roku TV at the latest prices (Oct 30 and Nov 10)
Philips
Philips 65" Class 974 Series 4K Oled Roku Smart TV

Philips 974 Series OLED Roku TV

Philips 65" Class 974 Series 4K Oled Roku Smart TV

3.9(13 ratings)
$1,615.95at SearsChecked Oct 30
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Pros
  • 65-inch OLED panel with perfect blacks
  • Dolby Vision IQ plus HDR10
  • Roku platform with a large app library
  • Voice-enabled remote in the box
  • Four HDMI ports and 120 Hz
Cons
  • Small review sample with a 3.9 out of 5 average
  • No anti-glare coating listed
  • Sound relies on built-in speakers
  • No soundbar or sub included
Samsung
Samsung OLED TV with HW-Q990F Soundbar and Sub

Samsung 48" OLED TV with HW-Q990F Soundbar

Samsung OLED TV with HW-Q990F Soundbar and Sub

$1,167.99at AmazonChecked 3 h ago
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Pros
  • Soundbar and subwoofer included for real surround sound
  • Anti-glare screen suits bright rooms
  • 120 Hz OLED panel
  • Four HDMI ports
  • Smaller 48-inch size fits tight spaces
Cons
  • 48 inches is small for a main room
  • Dolby Vision not listed
  • Streaming apps named are limited
  • VESA mounting pattern not listed

What separates them

Philips 974 Series OLED Roku TVSamsung 48" OLED TV with HW-Q990F Soundbar
Screen size65 inches48 inches
Included audioBuilt-in Dolby Atmos speakers, no soundbarHW-Q990F soundbar and subwoofer included
HDR formatsDolby Vision IQ and HDR10HDR supported, Dolby Vision not listed
Glare handlingNo anti-glare coating listedAnti-glare screen
Smart platformRoku, thousands of apps, voice remote includedNetflix and Spotify named; platform not specified
Refresh rate120 Hz with motion enhancement120 Hz
HDMI inputs44
Mounting400 x 300 VESA patternVESA pattern not listed

Price history

$1,600.00$899.99
Oct 30Nov 10
  • Philips 974 Series OLED Roku TV: lowest $899.99 on Nov 10 at The TV Outlet.
  • Samsung 48" OLED TV with HW-Q990F Soundbar: lowest $1,167.99 on Nov 10 at Amazon.

Prices at every store

Philips 974 Series OLED Roku TV

  • SearsNew

    In stock

    $1,793.70Free shippingChecked 3 h ago
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  • SearsNew

    Availability unknown

    $1,615.95Checked Oct 30
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  • The TV OutletNew

    Out of stock

    $899.99+ $59.00 shippingChecked 3 h ago
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  • WalmartNew

    Out of stock

    $998.00Free shippingChecked 3 h ago
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Samsung 48" OLED TV with HW-Q990F Soundbar

  • WalmartRefurbished

    Availability unknownSold by Hyper Microsystems, Inc.

    $935.00Free shippingChecked 3 h ago
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  • AmazonNew

    Availability unknown

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    $1,167.99Free shippingChecked 3 h ago
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Specs compared

SpecPhilips 974 Series OLED Roku TVSamsung 48" OLED TV with HW-Q990F Soundbar
HDMI Ports44 HDMI ports
Display TypeOLEDOLED
Resolution4K3840 x 2160
Refresh Rate120 Hz120 Hz
Network FunctionalitySmart TV—
Smart TVYes—
Internet Streaming ServicesThousands of channels and apps (through Roku Sm…—
Network ConnectivityWiFi, Ethernet—
Video InterfaceUSB, HDMI—
HDTV Format4K UHD—
Backlight TechnologyOLED—
Display HighlightsDolby Vision IQ, HDR10—
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SpecPhilips 974 Series OLED Roku TVSamsung 48" OLED TV with HW-Q990F Soundbar
Image Contrast RatioPerfect blacks, Deeper contrast (than standard …—
Menu LanguageSpanish, English—
Supported Resolutions4K—
Dimensions56.98" (width)—
Stand And MountElegant stand—
Design HighlightsThree-sided borderless design—
Assistant SupportVoice search—
Audio System FeaturesDolby Atmos—
Mount Interface400 x 300—

What reviewers say

Philips 974 Series OLED Roku TV

  • 3.9 / 513 ratings

Buyers drawn to OLED contrast and Roku generally rate it well, while some mark it down on brightness and value.

What people mention
  • Picture qualityPraisedOwners highlight the OLED panel's perfect blacks and contrast.
  • BrightnessCriticisedSome say it struggles in bright, sunlit rooms.
  • Smart platformPraisedRoku is described as simple to use with plenty of apps.
  • ValueMixedOpinions split on whether what it offers matches its rivals.

Samsung 48" OLED TV with HW-Q990F Soundbar

Owners of Samsung OLED sets praise the contrast and viewing angles, and Q990F owners rate its surround effect and bass for the money. Common complaints are peak brightness in bright rooms and the size of the rear speakers.

What people mention
  • Picture qualityPraisedOwners highlight deep blacks and strong contrast from the OLED panel.
  • BrightnessCriticisedSome say the screen struggles in very bright rooms compared with brighter LED sets.
  • SoundPraisedQ990F owners describe wide surround and solid bass from the sub.
  • SetupMixedHDMI eARC hookup is easy, but menus and the app take getting used to.

Questions and answers

Which is better for a bright living room?
The Samsung, because it lists an anti-glare screen. The Philips has no anti-glare treatment listed, so reflections will show more in a sunlit room.
Which has better sound out of the box?
The Samsung bundle. It includes the HW-Q990F soundbar and subwoofer, while the Philips relies on its built-in Dolby Atmos speakers.
Is the Philips worth stepping up to for picture quality?
If size matters, yes. The Philips gives you 65 inches of OLED with Dolby Vision IQ. The Samsung's advantage is sound and glare handling, not panel technology.
Which is better for movies in a dark room?
Both are OLED with 120 Hz panels and deep blacks. The Philips adds Dolby Vision IQ, which helps in dark rooms; the Samsung's edge is its included surround system.
Do both support wall mounting?
The Philips lists a 400 x 300 VESA pattern. The Samsung's mounting pattern is not listed, so confirm it before buying a bracket.
Which is better for gaming?
Both offer 120 Hz and four HDMI ports. The Philips names motion enhancement and Dolby Vision IQ; the Samsung does not list variable refresh rate or Dolby Vision.

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Motion EnhancementPerfect Motion Rate technology—
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