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Samsung Neo QLED QN95B (2022) vs Sony BRAVIA XG95

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SamsungNeo QLED QN95B (2022)SonyBRAVIA XG95
Overview
Released20222019
Display
PanelMini-LEDLED LCD
Panel detailSamsung Neo QLED quantum-dot LCD with Quantum Matrix Technology Mini LED backlight in all four UK maker tables.Direct LED backlight with full-array local dimming and Triluminos colour. Sony lists X-Wide Angle viewing technology for the 75 and 85-inch UK models only. X-Motion Clarity is processing, not a published native refresh rate.
Resolution3840 × 2160 (4K)3840 × 2160 (4K)
Refresh rate144 Hz–
HDR formatsHDR10, HDR10+, HLGHDR10, HLG, Dolby Vision
Peak brightness–Expert Reviews measured 1,100 nits on a 10% HDR window after D65 calibration on its 65-inch UK sample; this is a reviewer measurement, not a Sony series figure.
HDR extrasSamsung specifies Quantum HDR 2000, HDR10+ Adaptive and Gaming, and HLG. Both exact UK model reviews confirm HDR10 support and no Dolby Vision.–
Picture processingUltimate UHD Dimming Pro, Real Depth Enhancer and 4K upscaling in all four UK maker tables.4K X-Reality PRO, dual database processing, Object-based Super Resolution, Object-based HDR remaster, X-tended Dynamic Range PRO and X-Motion Clarity.
Picture modesFilmmaker Mode, Expert Calibration and Smart Calibration Basic/Professional in all four UK maker tables.–
Motion handlingSamsung lists 100 Hz standard refresh and 4K at up to 144 Hz on every HDMI input in all four UK size tables.Sony UK lists X-Motion Clarity but no exact native Hz in the reviewed size sheets. Expert Reviews found strong 24 fps film handling and motion resolution on its 65-inch sample.
Viewing angleSamsung specifies Ultra Viewing Angle; reviews still found some off-axis limitations.The 55 and 65-inch models lack X-Wide Angle; AVForums and Expert Reviews found contrast degrades off-axis on those sizes. Sony lists viewing-angle enhancement on the 75 and 85-inch models.
Sizes
Sizes55, 65, 75, 85″55, 65, 75, 85″
Largest size85″85″
Gaming
HDMI ports4 (all HDMI 2.1 at 4K 120 Hz+)4 (0 HDMI 2.1 at 4K 120 Hz+)
Variable refresh rateHDMI VRR, FreeSync Premium ProNone
Auto low latency modeYes–
HDMI detailFour HDMI inputs, each listed for 4K 144 Hz in all four UK maker tables, with eARC on HDMI 3. Both exact UK 65-inch reviews identify the inputs as HDMI 2.1. The One Connect Y22 4K box houses the connections.Four full-bandwidth HDMI 2.0b inputs with HDCP 2.3; eARC on HDMI 3, per Sony UK and Expert Reviews. No 4K 120 Hz HDMI 2.1 input.
Input lag–Expert Reviews measured 21 ms in both 1080p SDR and 4K HDR Game mode on its 65-inch sample.
Game featuresFreeSync Premium Pro, ALLM, Game Motion Plus, Dynamic Black EQ, Super Ultra Wide Game View, Mini Map Zoom and HGiG in all four UK maker tables.Game mode; no HDMI VRR.
Cloud gamingSamsung Gaming Hub is listed for the UK; compatible controllers, internet and separate subscriptions may be required.–
Smart TV and sound
Smart TV platformTizenAndroid TV
ProcessorNeural Quantum Processor 4KPicture Processor X1 Ultimate
Speakers70 W, 4.2.2 channels20 W, 2.0 channels
Dolby AtmosYes–
eARCYesYes
Wi-FiWi-Fi 5802.11a/b/g/n/ac
BluetoothBluetooth 5.24.2
Speaker detail70 W, 4.2.2-channel speakers with Object Tracking Sound+ in all four UK maker tables.Sony's Acoustic Multi-Audio combines two full-range bass-reflex drivers and two rear sound-positioning tweeters; the UK 55-inch sheet rates audio output at 10 W + 10 W.
Audio featuresDolby Atmos, Q-Symphony, Active Voice Amplifier and Adaptive Sound+.–
Voice assistantsBixby built in; the UK maker tables also list compatibility with Alexa and Google Assistant.–
CastingSmartThings, phone and TV mirroring, Tap View and Multi View for up to two videos.Chromecast built in, per Sony UK specifications.
TV tunersTwin DVB-T2/C/S2 digital tuners, analogue tuner, CI+ 1.4 and HbbTV 2.0.3 in the UK maker tables. UK USB recording and time shift are listed.Sony UK lists DVB-T/T2 terrestrial, DVB-C cable and DVB-S/S2 satellite tuners, with two digital terrestrial/cable and two satellite tuners.
USBThree USB-A ports and one USB-C input for a camera in all four UK maker tables.Three USB inputs, including USB HDD recording and media playback.
EthernetOne Ethernet LAN input.One LAN input.
Optical audio outOne optical digital audio output.One optical digital audio output.
Design and power
SizeWithout stand, width × height × depth by UK size: 55-inch 1228.0 × 707.3 × 17.4 mm; 65-inch 1446.9 × 829.7 × 17.4 mm; 75-inch 1670.6 × 958.4 × 17.8 mm; 85-inch 1894.2 × 1084.4 × 17.8 mm. Configuration weights exclude stand.Without stand (W × H × D), Sony UK sheets: 55″ 1228 × 709 × 69 mm; 65″ 1447 × 832 × 69 mm; 85″ 1910 × 1099 × 73 mm. Configuration weights also exclude stands. The 75-inch dimensions and weight are omitted without a verified exact sheet value.
StandBright Silver Connected Stand. With-stand weights: 55-inch 24.2 kg; 65-inch 30.4 kg; 75-inch 41.3 kg; 85-inch 54.4 kg.Wide-set outward feet with cable channels; VESA 300 × 300 mm for 55/65″ and 400 × 400 mm for 85″. AVForums found the 55-inch feet require a stand about 1 m wide.
VESA pattern55- and 65-inch 400 × 300 mm; 75-inch 400 × 400 mm; 85-inch 600 × 400 mm.–
Power useMaximum by UK size: 55-inch 140 W; 65-inch 180 W; 75-inch 195 W; 85-inch 270 W.Sony UK rates the 55-inch model at 256 W and 145 W standard operation, the 85-inch at 438 W and 282 W respectively; these are size-specific maker figures.
Energy classG for 55 and 65 inches; F for 75 and 85 inches on the UK maker A–G scale.–
ColoursBright Silver front and stand in all four UK maker tables.–
In the boxThe UK 65-inch maker table lists a TM2180E remote, an additional TM1240A remote for the UK, power cable and user manual.–

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