LG G3 OLED 55" · US model
MLA OLED · 55" · 2023
Samsung S95D 83"
QD-OLED · 83" · 2024
Samsung S95D 83" takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, LG G3 OLED 55" · US model lands at 94 and Samsung S95D 83" at 95. That puts Samsung S95D 83" ahead by 1 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick LG G3 OLED 55" · US model if…
- ✓Strong HDR performance
- ✓Current smart platform
- ✓HDMI 2.1 on most HDMI ports
Pick Samsung S95D 83" if…
- ✓Strong HDR performance
- ✓Current smart platform
- ✓HDMI 2.1 on most HDMI ports
Winner by scenario
Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate testPicture quality
TiePanel, processing, and HDR performance
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Gaming
TieInput lag, VRR, 120 Hz support
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Smart platform
TieOS speed, app support, ecosystem
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Value for money
LG G3 OLED 55" · US modelSpecdex score per dollar at MSRP
LG G3 OLED 55" · US model more score per dollar ($3,299 vs $5,948).
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | LG G3 OLED 55" · US model | Samsung S95D 83" |
|---|---|---|
| Panel | MLA OLED | QD-OLED |
| Size | 55" | 83" |
| Refresh | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Release year | 2023 | 2024 |
LG G3 OLED 55" · US model
- +Strong HDR performance
- +Current smart platform
- +HDMI 2.1 on most HDMI ports
- −Ads on smart platform
- −Sound trails dedicated audio
- −Large footprint
Samsung S95D 83"
- +Strong HDR performance
- +Current smart platform
- +HDMI 2.1 on most HDMI ports
- −Ads on smart platform
- −Sound trails dedicated audio
- −Large footprint
FAQ: LG G3 OLED 55" · US model vs Samsung S95D 83"
Which is better, LG G3 OLED 55" · US model or Samsung S95D 83"? +
Samsung S95D 83" scores 95 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 1. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is LG G3 OLED 55" · US model worth the price? +
At $3,299, LG G3 OLED 55" · US model delivers a Specdex score of 94 — strongest in picture.
Is Samsung S95D 83" worth the price? +
At $5,948, Samsung S95D 83" delivers a Specdex score of 95 — strongest in picture.
Does LG G3 OLED 55" · US model or Samsung S95D 83" 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 G3 OLED 55" · US model or Samsung S95D 83"? +
LG G3 OLED 55" · US model — more score per dollar ($3,299 vs $5,948). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.