Samsung QN90D 65" vs LG C4 OLED 55"

LG C4 OLED 55" wins — The LG C4 OLED 55" excels in dark-room contrast and color accuracy with perfect blacks measured at 0 nits (per RTINGS), …

Scores: Samsung QN90D 65" 8.2/10 · LG C4 OLED 55" 8.7/10

The LG C4 OLED 55" excels in dark-room contrast and color accuracy with perfect blacks measured at 0 nits (per RTINGS), beating the Samsung QN90D's 2000 nits peak in cinematic viewing. The Samsung QN90D 65" counters with superior brightness for daytime sports and news, showing 40% less reflection in lab tests. Size difference favors Samsung for larger spaces but LG wins overall picture fidelity.

Spec-by-spec comparison

Samsung QN90D 65"LG C4 OLED 55"
Screen Size65 inches55 inches
Panel TypeMini-LEDOLED
Peak Brightness2000 nits1000 nits
Refresh Rate144 Hz144 Hz

Samsung QN90D 65"

What works

  • 2000 nits peak brightness (per RTINGS)
  • Excellent anti-reflective screen coating
  • Strong gaming features with 4 HDMI 2.1 ports

What doesn't

  • Blooming in dark scenes compared to OLED
  • Higher power consumption at 180W average

LG C4 OLED 55"

What works

  • Perfect black levels and infinite contrast (per RTINGS)
  • Wide viewing angles with no brightness loss
  • Dolby Vision and advanced gaming features

What doesn't

  • Lower peak brightness limits HDR in bright rooms
  • Risk of burn-in with static content

Bottom line

Our pick: LG C4 OLED 55". It edges out the alternative on perfect black levels and infinite contrast (per rtings). That said, Samsung QN90D 65" still wins on 2000 nits peak brightness (per rtings) — consider it if that single trade matters most for your use.

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