Sony A95L 83" · with soundbar bundle
QD-OLED · 83" · 2023
Samsung S95D 83"
QD-OLED · 83" · 2024
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Sony A95L 83" · with soundbar bundle lands at 95 and Samsung S95D 83" at 95. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Sony A95L 83" · with soundbar bundle if…
- ✓Strong HDR performance
- ✓Current smart platform
- ✓HDMI 2.1 on most HDMI ports
Pick Samsung S95D 83" 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
TieSpecdex score per dollar at MSRP
Effectively tied — similar score-per-dollar at MSRP.
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Sony A95L 83" · with soundbar bundle | Samsung S95D 83" |
|---|---|---|
| Panel | QD-OLED | QD-OLED |
| Size | 83" | 83" |
| Refresh | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Release year | 2023 | 2024 |
Sony A95L 83" · with soundbar bundle
- +Strong HDR performance
- +Current smart platform
- +HDMI 2.1 on most HDMI ports
- −Ads on smart platform
- −Sound trails dedicated audio
- −Large footprint
Samsung S95D 83"
- +Strong HDR performance
- +Current smart platform
- +HDMI 2.1 on most HDMI ports
- −Ads on smart platform
- −Sound trails dedicated audio
- −Large footprint
FAQ: Sony A95L 83" · with soundbar bundle vs Samsung S95D 83"
Which is better, Sony A95L 83" · with soundbar bundle or Samsung S95D 83"? +
Both score 95 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Sony A95L 83" · with soundbar bundle worth the price? +
At $6,523, Sony A95L 83" · with soundbar bundle delivers a Specdex score of 95 — strongest in picture.
Is Samsung S95D 83" worth the price? +
At $5,948, Samsung S95D 83" delivers a Specdex score of 95 — strongest in picture.
Does Sony A95L 83" · with soundbar bundle or Samsung S95D 83" 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.