Samsung QN990F 75"
LG C5 OLED42C5PUA 42"
What Buyers Say
Samsung QN990F 75"
Overall, users are highly satisfied with this TV, praising its exceptional brightness, vivid colors, and sharp picture quality. Many highlight the immersive experience for gaming and movies, with several noting the impressive soundstage and responsive UI. A few minor criticisms include the lack of 8K content and a desire for more remote control options, but these do not detract from the overwhelmingly positive sentiment.
Pros
- Exceptional brightness
- Vivid colors
- Sharp picture quality
- Immersive soundstage
- Responsive UI
Cons
- Lack of 8K content
- Remote control limited options
- UI could be improved
LG C5 OLED42C5PUA 42"
The LG C5 OLED TV receives mostly positive reviews for its stunning picture quality, vibrant colors, and excellent gaming performance, especially when used as a PC monitor. However, many users complain about the complicated setup, the frustrating Magic Remote, and intrusive smart TV software. Some also report issues with packaging, delivery, and customer service, particularly from Best Buy. Overall, it's a great panel but with notable usability and support drawbacks.
Pros
- Stunning picture quality
- Vibrant colors
- Excellent for gaming
- Great as PC monitor
- Deep blacks
Cons
- Complicated setup
- Frustrating Magic Remote
- Intrusive smart TV software
- Poor customer service
- Packaging and delivery issues
Scores
Specifications
| Samsung QN990F 75" | LG C5 OLED42C5PUA 42" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 75" | 42" |
| Resolution | 8K★ | 4K |
| Panel Type | Mini-LED | OLED★ |
| Backlight | Mini-LED | OLED★ |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✗ | ✗ |
| Screen Finish | matte | glossy |
| Picture Quality | ||
| Contrast Ratio | infinite | Infinite |
| Color Gamut | Not Specified by Manufacturer | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Color Depth | 10-bit★ | — |
| Motion Tech | Motion Xcelerator 240 Hz | OLED Motion |
| Processor | NQ8 AI Gen3 Processor | Alpha 9 AI Processor Gen8 |
| HDR | ||
| HDR Formats | HDR10, HDR10+, HLG | Dolby Vision, HDR 10, Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG) |
| Dolby Vision | ✗ | ✓★ |
| HDR10+ | ✓★ | ✗ |
| HLG | ✓ | ✓ |
| Gaming | ||
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Response Time | — | 0.10000000149011612 ms★ |
| VRR | FreeSync Premium Pro | G-Sync, FreeSync Premium, VRR |
| ALLM | ✓ | ✓ |
| Game Mode | ✓ | ✓ |
| Smart TV | ||
| Platform | Tizen | webOS |
| Voice Assistant | Amazon Alexa, Bixby | Amazon Alexa |
| Screen Mirroring | Apple AirPlay | Apple AirPlay 2 |
| Works With | — | Alexa, Google |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Config | 6.2.4 | 2.2 |
| Wattage | 90W★ | — |
| Dolby Atmos | ✓ | ✓ |
| Surround Sound | Dolby Atmos | Dolby Atmos |
| eARC | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 5★ | 4 |
| HDMI Version | 2.1 | 2.1 |
| USB Ports | 4★ | 3 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Ethernet | ✓ | ✓ |
| Optical Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| VESA Mount | 400x300 | 300x200 |
| Power & Size | ||
| Power | 327W | 82W★ |
| Energy Star | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Annual Energy | 607 kWh | 153 kWh★ |
| Weight | 30.80 kg | 9.80 kg★ |
Pros & Cons
Samsung QN990F 75"
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong audio (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong display (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong social proof (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Below average affordability (13th percentile)13th %ile
LG C5 OLED42C5PUA 42"
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong gaming (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong social proof (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong audio (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (33rd percentile)
Pricing
LG C5 OLED42C5PUA 42" offers 5.6x better value for money
Samsung QN990F 75"
LG C5 OLED42C5PUA 42"
Verdict
Scores 96 overall, wins 7 of 9 usage categories and 6 of 42 specs.
