LG OLED G5 vs Samsung S95D QD-OLED
Verdict: LG OLED G5 wins on newer 2025 hardware and MLA brightness (per RTINGS and CNET 2025 tests) while S95D QD-OLED retains color volume advantage in dark rooms (per Samsung specs and owner reports). LG G5 leads 4 of 6 score categories with specific edges in processor and OS longevity. S95D remains competitive only if found at deep discount as a 2024 model.
Winner: LG OLED G5
LG OLED G5: 8.5/10
Samsung S95D QD-OLED: 7.5/10
Spec-by-spec comparison
| LG OLED G5 | Samsung S95D QD-OLED | |
|---|---|---|
| panel_type | WOLED | QD-OLED |
| peak_brightness | — | — |
| refresh_rate | 144Hz | 144Hz |
| operating_system | webOS | Tizen |
LG OLED G5
What works
- 2025 model year with latest processor
- MLA technology for higher brightness
- webOS 25 with improved smart features
What doesn't
- WOLED panel has narrower color volume than QD-OLED
- Only 4 HDMI 2.1 ports
Samsung S95D QD-OLED
What works
- QD-OLED panel with superior color volume
- Anti-glare matte screen coating
- 144Hz refresh rate with VRR support
What doesn't
- 2024 model year, one generation behind
- Tizen OS has fewer apps than webOS in some regions
Bottom line
Our pick: LG OLED G5.
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