By Billy G. · Founder & Lead EditorVerified Jun 5 by Billy G.
LG G5 OLEDvsS95D Qd OLED 65
Worth-It Score: 79/100WAIT — WAIT under $2124LG G5 OLED scores well, but current pricing sits above our fair-price band. Wait for a price drop before pulling the trigger.
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Verdict: LG G5 OLED wins overall with a 2025-03 release, $2499 price, and up to 165Hz VRR versus the S95D's 2024-04 launch and $3399 MSRP. The S95D's matte finish provides better glare control in bright rooms per Samsung's design claims, but the LG's Brightness Booster Ultimate delivers up to 45% more brightness. Both support advanced HDR and gaming features, yet the LG offers superior value and future-proofing.
LG G5 OLED lists at $2,499 while S95D Qd OLED 65 lists at $3,399 — LG G5 OLED undercuts S95D Qd OLED 65 by $900 (36%).
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Winner: LG G5 OLED
LG G5 OLED: 8.5/10
S95D Qd OLED 65: 7/10
Spec-by-spec comparison
LG G5 OLED
S95D Qd OLED 65
Display Type
4K OLED evo
4K QD-OLED
Refresh Rate
120Hz native (up to 165Hz VRR)
144Hz
Processor
Alpha 11 AI Processor Gen 2
NQ4 AI Gen2
Peak Brightness
Brightness Booster Ultimate (up to 45% brighter)
Standard QD-OLED brightness with anti-glare
LG G5 OLED
What works
Released 2025-03 with newer Alpha 11 processor
MSRP $2499 is $900 lower than S95D
Supports up to 165Hz VRR for smoother gaming
What doesn't
Glossy screen more prone to reflections than matte