Samsung S95D 55" · US model
QD-OLED · 55" · 2024
Sony BRAVIA 9 65"
Mini-LED · 65" · 2024
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Samsung S95D 55" · US model lands at 95 and Sony BRAVIA 9 65" at 95. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Samsung S95D 55" · US model if…
- ✓Strong HDR performance
- ✓Current smart platform
- ✓HDMI 2.1 on most HDMI ports
Pick Sony BRAVIA 9 65" 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
TiePanel, processing, and HDR performance
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Gaming
TieInput lag, VRR, 120 Hz support
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Smart platform
TieOS speed, app support, ecosystem
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Value for money
Samsung S95D 55" · US modelSpecdex score per dollar at MSRP
Samsung S95D 55" · US model more score per dollar ($3,399 vs $6,874).
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Samsung S95D 55" · US model | Sony BRAVIA 9 65" |
|---|---|---|
| Panel | QD-OLED | Mini-LED |
| Size | 55" | 65" |
| Refresh | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Release year | 2024 | 2024 |
Samsung S95D 55" · US model
- +Strong HDR performance
- +Current smart platform
- +HDMI 2.1 on most HDMI ports
- −Ads on smart platform
- −Sound trails dedicated audio
- −Large footprint
Sony BRAVIA 9 65"
- +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 S95D 55" · US model vs Sony BRAVIA 9 65"
Which is better, Samsung S95D 55" · US model or Sony BRAVIA 9 65"? +
Both score 95 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Samsung S95D 55" · US model worth the price? +
At $3,399, Samsung S95D 55" · US model delivers a Specdex score of 95 — strongest in picture.
Is Sony BRAVIA 9 65" worth the price? +
At $6,874, Sony BRAVIA 9 65" delivers a Specdex score of 95 — strongest in picture.
Does Samsung S95D 55" · US model or Sony BRAVIA 9 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 the better value, Samsung S95D 55" · US model or Sony BRAVIA 9 65"? +
Samsung S95D 55" · US model — more score per dollar ($3,399 vs $6,874). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.