Sony A95L QD-OLED TV vs Samsung QN83S90HAE OLED TV
The Sony A95L is the better all-round TV for most people. It uses a QD-OLED panel with four HDMI ports, full VRR support, and works with Google Assistant, Alexa and Siri. The Samsung QN83S90HAE is a much larger 83-inch OLED with a listed 165Hz refresh rate and HDR10+ support, so it wins on sheer size and motion headroom. Owners and reviewers consistently praise Sony's picture processing and color volume; Samsung's S90 line is known for a slim build and strong gaming features but fewer HDMI inputs and no Dolby Vision.
- Choose the Sony A95L if you want the best picture processing, four HDMI ports and the widest assistant support in a mainstream living-room size.
- Choose the Samsung QN83S90HAE if you want the largest possible OLED screen and the higher listed refresh rate for big-room viewing and gaming.
Sony A95L QD-OLED TV
Sony A95L
- QD-OLED panel with infinite contrast and near-90-degree viewing angles
- Four HDMI ports with VRR and BRAVIA Sync
- Works with Google Assistant, Alexa and Siri
- Anti-glare coating helps in bright rooms
- Strong reviewer scores and a large owner base
What separates them
| Sony A95L QD-OLED TV | Samsung QN83S90HAE OLED TV | |
|---|---|---|
| Panel technology | QD-OLED | OLED |
| Screen size | Not stated in the listing | 83 inches |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 165Hz |
| HDMI ports | 4 | Not stated; HDMI connection listed |
| HDR formats | HDR (Dolby Vision not confirmed in listing) | HDR10+ and HDR10 |
| Voice assistants | Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa, Siri | Not stated |
| Anti-glare | Yes | Not stated |
| Release year |
Price history
- Sony A95L QD-OLED TV: lowest $3,498.00 on Oct 30.
- Samsung QN83S90HAE OLED TV: lowest $3,424.99 on Nov 8; $3,424.99 on Nov 10.
Specs compared
| Spec | Sony A95L QD-OLED TV | Samsung QN83S90HAE OLED TV |
|---|---|---|
| Smart TV | Yes | Yes |
| Color | Black | Black |
| HDR | Yes | Yes |
| Screen Size | 55 inches, 65 inches, 77 inches | 83.0 |
| Network Functionality | Smart TV, Streaming | — |
| Supported Resolutions | 4K | — |
| Display Type | QD-OLED | — |
| Resolution | 4K | — |
| HDTV Format | 4K UHD | — |
| Backlight Technology | QD-OLED | — |
| Display Highlights |
What reviewers say
Sony A95L QD-OLED TV
- 4.5 / 51,200 ratings
Owners and professional reviewers rate the A95L among the best TVs of its generation, praising its QD-OLED picture, color and gaming features. Complaints center on price, the limited number of full-bandwidth HDMI 2.1 ports and occasional panel uniformity issues.
- Picture qualityPraisedReviewers call the QD-OLED picture among the best available, with deep blacks and vivid color.
- BrightnessPraisedOwners say it holds up well in bright rooms thanks to the QD-OLED panel and anti-glare coating.
Questions and answers
- Which is better for a bright living room?
- The Sony A95L lists an anti-glare coating and QD-OLED, which usually holds up better in daylight. The Samsung gives no anti-glare spec, so glare control is less certain.
- Which is better for gaming?
- The Samsung lists a 165Hz refresh rate, which is higher than Sony's 120Hz. The Sony lists four HDMI ports and VRR, which matters if you connect several consoles and a PC.
- Which lasts longer?
- Both are OLED-based, and OLED panels can dim over many years of static content. Neither listing gives a panel lifespan figure, so treat them as similar and vary your content.
- Is the Samsung worth stepping up to for the bigger screen?
- If screen size is your priority, yes. The 83-inch Samsung is far larger than the Sony's listed size, at the cost of fewer confirmed ports and assistants.
- Does the Sony support Dolby Vision?
- The listed specs only say HDR, not Dolby Vision. Check the model page before buying if Dolby Vision matters to you.
- Which has better smart features?
- The Sony lists Google Assistant, Alexa and Siri plus BRAVIA Sync. The Samsung lists Smart TV but no assistant support, so Sony is the safer pick for voice control.
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