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LG B3 OLED 65" — OLED · 65" · 2023
LG

LG B3 OLED 65"

OLED · 65" · 2023

86
/ 100
From $2,499
VS
Samsung QN85C 65" — Neo QLED · 65" · 2023
Samsung

Samsung QN85C 65"

Neo QLED · 65" · 2023

86
/ 100
From $2,249
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, LG B3 OLED 65" lands at 86 and Samsung QN85C 65" at 86. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.

Pick LG B3 OLED 65" if…

  • ✓Strong HDR performance
  • ✓Current smart platform
  • ✓HDMI 2.1 on most HDMI ports

Pick Samsung QN85C 65" if…

  • ✓Strong HDR performance
  • ✓Current smart platform
  • ✓HDMI 2.1 on most HDMI ports
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Picture quality

Tie

Panel, processing, and HDR performance

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Gaming

Tie

Input lag, VRR, 120 Hz support

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Smart platform

Tie

OS speed, app support, ecosystem

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Value for money

Samsung QN85C 65"

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Samsung QN85C 65" more score per dollar ($2,249 vs $2,499).

LG B3 OLED 65" 86
vs
86 Samsung QN85C 65"

Score breakdown

LG B3 OLED 65"
86
picture 86
motion 84
gaming 82
smart 82
sound 78
Samsung QN85C 65"
86
picture 86
motion 84
gaming 82
smart 82
sound 78

Specs side-by-side

LG B3 OLED 65" versus Samsung QN85C 65" — full spec comparison
Spec LG B3 OLED 65" Samsung QN85C 65"
Panel
OLED
Neo QLED
Size
65"
65"
Refresh
120Hz
120Hz
Release year
2023
2023

LG B3 OLED 65"

Pros
  • +Strong HDR performance
  • +Current smart platform
  • +HDMI 2.1 on most HDMI ports
Cons
  • −Ads on smart platform
  • −Sound trails dedicated audio
  • −Large footprint

Samsung QN85C 65"

Pros
  • +Strong HDR performance
  • +Current smart platform
  • +HDMI 2.1 on most HDMI ports
Cons
  • −Ads on smart platform
  • −Sound trails dedicated audio
  • −Large footprint

FAQ: LG B3 OLED 65" vs Samsung QN85C 65"

Which is better, LG B3 OLED 65" or Samsung QN85C 65"? +

Both score 86 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is LG B3 OLED 65" worth the price? +

At $2,499, LG B3 OLED 65" delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in picture.

Is Samsung QN85C 65" worth the price? +

At $2,249, Samsung QN85C 65" delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in picture.

Does LG B3 OLED 65" or Samsung QN85C 65" last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is the better value, LG B3 OLED 65" or Samsung QN85C 65"? +

Samsung QN85C 65" — more score per dollar ($2,249 vs $2,499). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.