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LG GX OLED 50" — OLED · 50" · 2020
LG

LG GX OLED 50"

OLED · 50" · 2020

89
/ 100
From $2,295
VS
Samsung S95B 55" — QD-OLED · 55" · 2022
Samsung

Samsung S95B 55"

QD-OLED · 55" · 2022

89
/ 100
From $2,999
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, LG GX OLED 50" lands at 89 and Samsung S95B 55" at 89. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.

Pick LG GX OLED 50" if…

  • ✓Mature firmware by now
  • ✓Often discounted on close-out
  • ✓Current smart platform

Pick Samsung S95B 55" 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

Samsung S95B 55"

OS speed, app support, ecosystem

Samsung S95B 55" leads on smart (82 vs 78).

Value for money

LG GX OLED 50"

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

LG GX OLED 50" more score per dollar ($2,295 vs $2,999).

LG GX OLED 50" 89
vs
89 Samsung S95B 55"

Score breakdown

LG GX OLED 50"
89
picture 89
motion 86
gaming 84
smart 78
sound 76
Samsung S95B 55"
89
picture 89
motion 87
gaming 85
smart 82
sound 78

Specs side-by-side

LG GX OLED 50" versus Samsung S95B 55" — full spec comparison
Spec LG GX OLED 50" Samsung S95B 55"
Panel
OLED
QD-OLED
Size
50"
55"
Release year
2020
2022
Refresh
—
120Hz

LG GX OLED 50"

Pros
  • +Mature firmware by now
  • +Often discounted on close-out
  • +Current smart platform
Cons
  • −Superseded by newer models
  • −HDR peak lower than new mini-LED
  • −Platform ads

Samsung S95B 55"

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 GX OLED 50" vs Samsung S95B 55"

Which is better, LG GX OLED 50" or Samsung S95B 55"? +

Both score 89 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is LG GX OLED 50" worth the price? +

At $2,295, LG GX OLED 50" delivers a Specdex score of 89 — strongest in picture.

Is Samsung S95B 55" worth the price? +

At $2,999, Samsung S95B 55" delivers a Specdex score of 89 — strongest in picture.

Does LG GX OLED 50" or Samsung S95B 55" 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 better for smart platform, LG GX OLED 50" or Samsung S95B 55"? +

Samsung S95B 55" — leads on smart (82 vs 78). OS speed, app support, ecosystem.

Which is the better value, LG GX OLED 50" or Samsung S95B 55"? +

LG GX OLED 50" — more score per dollar ($2,295 vs $2,999). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.