Samsung
Samsung QN900A 43"
Neo QLED 8K · 43" · 2021
90
/ 100
From $3,199
VS
LG
LG C2 OLED 65"
OLED evo · 65" · 2022
90
/ 100
From $2,874
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Samsung QN900A 43" lands at 90 and LG C2 OLED 65" at 90. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Samsung QN900A 43" if…
- ✓Mature firmware by now
- ✓Often discounted on close-out
- ✓Current smart platform
Pick LG C2 OLED 65" if…
- ✓Strong HDR performance
- ✓Current smart platform
- ✓HDMI 2.1 on most HDMI ports
Samsung QN900A 43" 90
vs 90 LG C2 OLED 65"
Score breakdown
Samsung QN900A 43"
90 picture 90
motion 87
gaming 85
smart 78
sound 76
LG C2 OLED 65"
90 picture 90
motion 88
gaming 86
smart 82
sound 78
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Samsung QN900A 43" | LG C2 OLED 65" |
|---|---|---|
| Panel | Neo QLED 8K | OLED evo |
| Size | 43" | 65" |
| Release year | 2021 | 2022 |
| Refresh | — | 120Hz |
Samsung QN900A 43"
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- −Superseded by newer models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
LG C2 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
FAQ: Samsung QN900A 43" vs LG C2 OLED 65"
Which is better, Samsung QN900A 43" or LG C2 OLED 65"? +
Both score 90 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Samsung QN900A 43" worth the price? +
At $3,199, Samsung QN900A 43" delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in picture.
Is LG C2 OLED 65" worth the price? +
At $2,874, LG C2 OLED 65" delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in picture.
Does Samsung QN900A 43" or LG C2 OLED 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.