Samsung S95D QD-OLED 65"
QD-OLED · Glare-Free · One Connect
Sony BRAVIA 9 55"
Mini-LED · 55" · 2024
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Samsung S95D QD-OLED 65" lands at 95 and Sony BRAVIA 9 55" at 95. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Samsung S95D QD-OLED 65" if…
- ✓Best anti-glare finish ever
- ✓QD-OLED color volume
- ✓One Connect box
Pick Sony BRAVIA 9 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
Samsung S95D QD-OLED 65"Panel, processing, and HDR performance
Samsung S95D QD-OLED 65" leads on picture (97 vs 95).
Gaming
Samsung S95D QD-OLED 65"Input lag, VRR, 120 Hz support
Samsung S95D QD-OLED 65" leads on gaming (96 vs 91).
Smart platform
Samsung S95D QD-OLED 65"OS speed, app support, ecosystem
Samsung S95D QD-OLED 65" leads on smart (84 vs 82).
Value for money
Samsung S95D QD-OLED 65"Specdex score per dollar at MSRP
Samsung S95D QD-OLED 65" more score per dollar ($3,399 vs $5,499).
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Samsung S95D QD-OLED 65" | Sony BRAVIA 9 55" |
|---|---|---|
| Panel | QD-OLED | Mini-LED |
| Size | 65″ | 55" |
| Refresh | ▲ 144Hz | 120Hz |
| HDR | HDR10+, HLG | — |
| HDMI | 4× HDMI 2.1 | — |
| Release year | — | 2024 |
Samsung S95D QD-OLED 65"
- +Best anti-glare finish ever
- +QD-OLED color volume
- +One Connect box
- −No Dolby Vision
- −Anti-glare layer softens darks slightly
- −Tizen ads
Sony BRAVIA 9 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 S95D QD-OLED 65" vs Sony BRAVIA 9 55"
Which is better, Samsung S95D QD-OLED 65" or Sony BRAVIA 9 55"? +
Both score 95 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Samsung S95D QD-OLED 65" worth the price? +
At $3,399, Samsung S95D QD-OLED 65" delivers a Specdex score of 95 — strongest in picture.
Is Sony BRAVIA 9 55" worth the price? +
At $5,499, Sony BRAVIA 9 55" delivers a Specdex score of 95 — strongest in picture.
Does Samsung S95D QD-OLED 65" or Sony BRAVIA 9 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 S95D QD-OLED 65" or Sony BRAVIA 9 55"? +
Samsung S95D QD-OLED 65" — leads on picture (97 vs 95). Panel, processing, and HDR performance.
Which is better for gaming, Samsung S95D QD-OLED 65" or Sony BRAVIA 9 55"? +
Samsung S95D QD-OLED 65" — leads on gaming (96 vs 91). Input lag, VRR, 120 Hz support.