Samsung QLED vs Sony 4K LED TV Comparison (Upscaling, HDR, Game Mode)

We compare the picture quality of the Samsung Q80T QLED vs Sony XH95 (also marketed as the Bravia X950H in the USA) 4K LED TV in a side-by-side comparison. Aspects covered include local dimming, colour accuracy, motion, upscaling, screen uniformity, HDR, game mode, reflection handling and viewing angle.

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Both 2020 TVs are 55 inches in screen size which retails for £1599 in the UK at launch, model number Samsung QE55Q80T and Sony KD-55XH9505 respectively.

Note: From 7:22 to 8:11 during the HDR luminance heatmap comparison, the source footage exhibited greyer blacks and more shadow detail than the filmed footage of the televisions. This is because the source footage was captured in HDR10 PQ (perceptual quantisation) and then rendered in SDR for this video, not to mention our camera didn't have enough dynamic range to capture all the shadow detail from the TV screens. In other words, the heatmap analysis is only valid for brightness above 100 nits owing to how it was conducted.

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[iBoolGuy]

Man... I have to thank you so much for this, not necessarily because I'm stuck in choosing between the both brands, that's besides my point. But for doing this and going through all the research and the quality of making these videos! Obviously you're not making it for free, but it makes me happy seeing people like you who are passionate about stuff that the majority of people either take for granted or don't care about at all!
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[maxshadow...]

Before you even said which TV brand was which, my eye was drawn to the Sony. I've just always liked Sony's picture.

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What he intended to say: “Samsung Q80T”
What YouTube Subtitles show: “Samsung kill AT&T”
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Watching 4k tv review at 480p resolution.

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Finally found a proper review. My prefer goes to Sony.

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[AaronStarks]

AT the beginning of the video, you discussed blooming. Yes, the actual area of blooming around the white boxes was less on the Samsung, but it raised the black level of the entire screen when two boxes were on the screen. The Sony's bloom around the boxes was larger, but the screen stayed black pass the blooming area. I'd rather have that then have the black level of the entire screen raise up like on the Samsung.

[rockpock]

I just purchased a Sony XH95H and this video confirmed my ethos on Sony having the "better" picture quality for my avid movie watching experience. Very informative comparison video. Thank you.

[mataicakau]

I still get into the right mood and zone watching a 480p Holywood hit movie on our 10 year old HD ready Samsung TV 😁👍🏽

[willie]

The side by side comparison was just what I was looking for, excellent video.

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This was an excellent comparison of technologies. Thank you

[mirek]

Sony still makes better panels and algorithms .

[Justmeandmycents]

Man the Sony Tv looks so much better, thanks for this video. You are actually the best TV reviewer online, no contest.

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[steveb]

Vincent, just a quick thank you for your expertise. I have had my 65 LG C9 since Thursday. I have never seen a picture like it, totally exotic. Coming from a Samsung 60 H7000 HD TV which has been faultless, I was conflicted about which to choose. The LG C9 or a Samsung Q90R. I decided to roll the dice and see what the fuss was about and hope burn is doesn't become an issue.
Regards
Steve

Mean to add, a big thank you to Jason of Richer Sounds Maidstone for his patient, excellent customer service.

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To me, the Sony consistently has a more accurate color rendering, often very noticeably.

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CANT WAIT for you to get a LG CX and review it!