Samsung S90D 77"
QD-OLED · 77" · 2024
Sony A95L 55"
QD-OLED · 55" · 2023
Sony A95L 55" takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, Samsung S90D 77" lands at 92 and Sony A95L 55" at 95. That puts Sony A95L 55" ahead by 3 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick Samsung S90D 77" if…
- ✓Strong HDR performance
- ✓Current smart platform
- ✓HDMI 2.1 on most HDMI ports
Pick Sony A95L 55" 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
Sony A95L 55"Panel, processing, and HDR performance
Sony A95L 55" leads on picture (95 vs 92).
Gaming
Sony A95L 55"Input lag, VRR, 120 Hz support
Sony A95L 55" leads on gaming (91 vs 88).
Smart platform
TieOS speed, app support, ecosystem
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Value for money
TieSpecdex score per dollar at MSRP
Effectively tied — similar score-per-dollar at MSRP.
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Samsung S90D 77" | Sony A95L 55" |
|---|---|---|
| Panel | QD-OLED | QD-OLED |
| Size | 77" | 55" |
| Refresh | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Release year | 2024 | 2023 |
Samsung S90D 77"
- +Strong HDR performance
- +Current smart platform
- +HDMI 2.1 on most HDMI ports
- −Ads on smart platform
- −Sound trails dedicated audio
- −Large footprint
Sony A95L 55"
- +Strong HDR performance
- +Current smart platform
- +HDMI 2.1 on most HDMI ports
- −Ads on smart platform
- −Sound trails dedicated audio
- −Large footprint
FAQ: Samsung S90D 77" vs Sony A95L 55"
Which is better, Samsung S90D 77" or Sony A95L 55"? +
Sony A95L 55" scores 95 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 3. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Samsung S90D 77" worth the price? +
At $3,749, Samsung S90D 77" delivers a Specdex score of 92 — strongest in picture.
Is Sony A95L 55" worth the price? +
At $3,499, Sony A95L 55" delivers a Specdex score of 95 — strongest in picture.
Does Samsung S90D 77" or Sony A95L 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 picture quality, Samsung S90D 77" or Sony A95L 55"? +
Sony A95L 55" — leads on picture (95 vs 92). Panel, processing, and HDR performance.
Which is better for gaming, Samsung S90D 77" or Sony A95L 55"? +
Sony A95L 55" — leads on gaming (91 vs 88). Input lag, VRR, 120 Hz support.