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Samsung S95B 55" — QD-OLED · 55" · 2022
Samsung

Samsung S95B 55"

QD-OLED · 55" · 2022

89
/ 100
From $2,999
VS
TCL QM8 (2023) 55" · EU model — Mini-LED · 55" · 2023
TCL

TCL QM8 (2023) 55" · EU model

Mini-LED · 55" · 2023

89
/ 100
From $1,699
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, Samsung S95B 55" lands at 89 and TCL QM8 (2023) 55" · EU model at 89. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.

Pick Samsung S95B 55" if…

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

Pick TCL QM8 (2023) 55" · EU model 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

TCL QM8 (2023) 55" · EU model

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

TCL QM8 (2023) 55" · EU model more score per dollar ($1,699 vs $2,999).

Samsung S95B 55" 89
vs
89 TCL QM8 (2023) 55" · EU model

Score breakdown

Samsung S95B 55"
89
picture 89
motion 87
gaming 85
smart 82
sound 78
TCL QM8 (2023) 55" · EU model
89
picture 89
motion 87
gaming 85
smart 82
sound 78

Specs side-by-side

Samsung S95B 55" versus TCL QM8 (2023) 55" · EU model — full spec comparison
Spec Samsung S95B 55" TCL QM8 (2023) 55" · EU model
Panel
QD-OLED
Mini-LED
Size
55"
55"
Refresh
120Hz
120Hz
Release year
2022
2023

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

TCL QM8 (2023) 55" · EU model

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 S95B 55" vs TCL QM8 (2023) 55" · EU model

Which is better, Samsung S95B 55" or TCL QM8 (2023) 55" · EU model? +

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

Is Samsung S95B 55" worth the price? +

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

Is TCL QM8 (2023) 55" · EU model worth the price? +

At $1,699, TCL QM8 (2023) 55" · EU model delivers a Specdex score of 89 — strongest in picture.

Does Samsung S95B 55" or TCL QM8 (2023) 55" · EU model 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, Samsung S95B 55" or TCL QM8 (2023) 55" · EU model? +

TCL QM8 (2023) 55" · EU model — more score per dollar ($1,699 vs $2,999). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.