Samsung S95D 55" · Standard
QD-OLED · 55" · 2024
LG G4 OLED 65"
MLA OLED · 144 Hz · α11 processor
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Samsung S95D 55" · Standard lands at 95 and LG G4 OLED 65" at 95. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Samsung S95D 55" · Standard if…
- ✓Strong HDR performance
- ✓Current smart platform
- ✓HDMI 2.1 on most HDMI ports
Pick LG G4 OLED 65" if…
- ✓Up to ~2,400 nits peak (MLA Gen 2)
- ✓4× HDMI 2.1 with 144 Hz support
- ✓Dolby Vision + Atmos
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
LG G4 OLED 65"Input lag, VRR, 120 Hz support
LG G4 OLED 65" leads on gaming (96 vs 91).
Smart platform
LG G4 OLED 65"OS speed, app support, ecosystem
LG G4 OLED 65" leads on smart (84 vs 82).
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 S95D 55" · Standard | LG G4 OLED 65" |
|---|---|---|
| Panel | QD-OLED | MLA OLED Gen 2 |
| Size | 55" | 65″ |
| Refresh | 120Hz | ▲ 144 Hz |
| Release year | 2024 | — |
| HDR | — | Dolby Vision, HDR10 |
| HDMI | — | 4× HDMI 2.1 |
| Processor | — | α11 AI Processor 4K |
Samsung S95D 55" · Standard
- +Strong HDR performance
- +Current smart platform
- +HDMI 2.1 on most HDMI ports
- −Ads on smart platform
- −Sound trails dedicated audio
- −Large footprint
LG G4 OLED 65"
- +Up to ~2,400 nits peak (MLA Gen 2)
- +4× HDMI 2.1 with 144 Hz support
- +Dolby Vision + Atmos
- −No HDR10+
- −Gallery mount sold separately
- −webOS includes ads
FAQ: Samsung S95D 55" · Standard vs LG G4 OLED 65"
Which is better, Samsung S95D 55" · Standard or LG G4 OLED 65"? +
Both score 95 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Samsung S95D 55" · Standard worth the price? +
At $3,399, Samsung S95D 55" · Standard delivers a Specdex score of 95 — strongest in picture.
Is LG G4 OLED 65" worth the price? +
At $3,299, LG G4 OLED 65" delivers a Specdex score of 95 — strongest in picture.
Does Samsung S95D 55" · Standard or LG G4 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.
Which is better for gaming, Samsung S95D 55" · Standard or LG G4 OLED 65"? +
LG G4 OLED 65" — leads on gaming (96 vs 91). Input lag, VRR, 120 Hz support.
Which is better for smart platform, Samsung S95D 55" · Standard or LG G4 OLED 65"? +
LG G4 OLED 65" — leads on smart (84 vs 82). OS speed, app support, ecosystem.