Samsung S95C QD-OLED TV Review: 2nd Gen QD-OLED is STUNNING! COMPARED to S95B, QN95C and LG G3!

[@apolloblue21]

The biggest drawback for me is the lifted blacks in a bright room (6:00 mark) compared to the LG. I wonder if they could include a polarizer on next years models to match the LG black in a brighter room settings.

[@JBlakeS23]

You don’t even notice it. It’s still leagues better than LCD. I have this tv and a G2.

[@seanmf202]

Yes, you do notice the black level raise in ambient light. After demoing the tv in house this happens.

[@NexGenTek]

You don't notice it at all. Even with my studio light on

[@exhibitD79]

It is possible the they have a Gen 1 panel. Only 77" is 100% Gen 2.

[@StationOutlook]

I really don't like the connect box thing.. I guarantee it takes away quality

[@StationOutlook]

One thing is for sure I walked past one of these at Best Buy and it really caught my eye.. more so than most tvs

[@DarkKnight-gw4gw]

Samsung whites look PINK to me. Much prefer the white on the G3.

[@Sansho54]

That is camera metameric failure. It does not look that pink at D65 in person.

[@ReflexArc]

Agree that it does not look THAT pink, but the (at least my) S95C does push towards magenta OOTB in FMM giving it a rosy haze over everything, and showcasing predominantly in white.

[@Guitar387]

It doesn’t look pink in person intact it looks as white as white gets , it’s the camera filtering different light. Trust me. You’d need LG and Samsung side to side to see a difference . LG has a white pixel so whites are a tad cleaner but it’s negligible.

[@Jb0i4724]

Lg g3 whites have a cyan tinge in person

[@nickxcore74]

@@Guitar387100% agree with you.

[@MM-Official]

Excellent review, i prefer G3 overall performance

[@Guitar387]

The white on the Samsung looked really pink in the video , it’s not that bad in person it’s the way the camera lens filters the light ..

[@Sansho54]

Did you leave HDR Color at Auto P3? You can get a very accurate calibration for P3 tracking in 2020 by using Custom 2020, dialing down Color to 19-20 and adjust primaries in CMS.

[@FZ26000]

Very surprised by your measurements in BT2020, unless you were in "automatic", as it is well known that this automatic setting is broken, and Samy hasn't fixed it yet ... The S95B was regularly measured around 90% in BT2020, THX to the quantum dots of the panel ...

[@barryjones2366]

Look at RTings you only get 92% BT2020 when using Native CS but then everything is over-saturated. Only Sony's A95's have 92% when using Auto BT2020.

[@FZ26000]

@@barryjones2366 ... of course reaching around 90% of BT2020 doesn't necessarily mean that the DeltaE is not down south, but that's another story ...

[@NexGenTek]

He didn't measure it correctly

[@carlosr.2027]

@@barryjones2366 rec2020 is still broken on s95c just like s95b you are not able to calibrate in that color space because would automatic default into dci p3 container unless you use a external 3d Lut to calibrate it in bt2020 , in s95c they fix hdr but still using same chip for motion/processing/upscaling 💩, and there’s reports of issues with one connect box flaky , hope they will address all this with Samsung new chip to compete with Sony xr next year 2024 , not going to wait longer for Samsung to fix , jumping on a A95L on Black Friday , going to offload 1 of 2 65” s95b and keep 1 thats on day 1 firmware 1500 plus nits

[@bloomerb4162]

​@carlosr.2027 the ability to calibrate the Samsung qd oleds properly is keeping me from them. All this colorspace not working correctly nonsense is ridiculous from #1 tv manufacturer in the world. Once I can calibrate them and not have to switch settings all around for different modes and formats, then I will be more interested.

[@pauldowninguk]

Great review Phil! LG has really risen their game with MLA. Just removing the off axis colour shift makes it worth while. Dark scene banding on the LG's can utterly ruin a film though. Not sure why this isn't given more importance. No point having better blacks in a bright room if the TV cannot do clean dark blacks with the lights off. Worrying to hear that the Samsung has some banding now. I've had two LG's with banding that made me avoid dark grey material (ie most films!). So i'm hoping this Samsung sample isn't how most TV's will be.

[@Guitar387]

I just pulled the trigger on this tv 65 inch. Hope I haven’t made a mistake I’ve been saving for years to upgrade my Panasonic ZT60.

[@TheMerlin1984]

Just seen the a95L is on richer sounds for pre order for £2999 for 55”. Wow pricey .

[@wakaflockaproject]

Sony is overpriced

[@arranstokes4080]

Perfection isnt cheap you get what you pay for

[@nickxcore74]

@@arranstokes4080No such thing as a perfect TV.

[@freepin4013]

Just got a S90C 65 inch and it has the 2nd gen panel🎉. I went from some sharp aquos full hd from 2013 or older. Massive difference. Very bright, stand amazing sound is astonishing and the ps4 pro now is like a ps5 to me or even better now❤.

[@kadajawi2]

IMHO the biggest difference with the C models is significantly improved BFI at 24p. It flickers less and is brighter. Would have been nice if you had looked at that. Also unfortunately I do see that cyan tint on LG panels even if they stand alone. It's quite disturbing. Finally, the new panels should hopefully have less burn-in, which is an issue with the first gen. So I guess getting the new model is worth it.

[@504cool]

How bright does it get in the other picture profiles?

[@bloomerb4162]

One connect box on s95c is only 40gbps.

[@Capricorn_IV]

I had both the G3 and s95c. G3 had really bad screen uniformity and so did the replacement. My S95c was perfect. Also, the review never mentioned how bad the G3 looks in game mode and the camera was set up for white balance on the G3 which is strange when he's supposed to be reviewing the S95C and the s95c is a lot cheaper than the g3 in my country so better value as well. For my needs the s95c is better, no screen uniformity issues and better for gaming

[@mikalkielli3351]

yeah every lg oled I’ve owned had bad uniformity….lg cx and a few lg c2’s…from now on its qd-oled for me

[@Cons2911]

How black crush on both? That’s my gripe on oleds

[@mikalkielli3351]

@@Cons2911 ..probably horrible on the G3

[@Cons2911]

My cx is fine but that’s the only one I have

[@xXxtremeboy2]

I've just ordered the 77" s95c for 2.700€ (around 2.900$) and should arrive by the end of next week. Can you give me some tipps/tricks on how to calibrate it/ adjust the settings, like for example disabling the Samsung TV plus app to avoid menu lags !

[@hastensavoir7782]

Is it me or the S95C has a Very REFLECTIVE screen???

[@feelgeorge]

Another excellent review. Will you be reviewing the TCL QM8?

[@Dmanz67]

TCL is junk. Software and build quality horrific.

[@hastensavoir7782]

When are you reviewing the QN800C?

[@samminewby]

Had the LG G3 for 3 days and after there’s a green tone. Tried to reduce it and it becomes more of a yellow tone. Had Samsung for years and never had an issue. Disappointed

[@JumpRopeLift]

Not sure why you’d review the S95C and white balance your camera to the G3…

[@phillydavison]

No reply from AVF shock horror.

[@neilmartin4187]

In the Philippines I got the 77” with Samsung 800 speaker system for just under 3k US dollars.

[@Cons2911]

90 or 95c?

[@neilmartin4187]

@@Cons2911 95c with the one connect box

[@Nescio527]

Can you tell us how you came to the conclusion that the LG is better in processing and motion, because other serious sources such as HDTVTest, RTings and Classy do not come to this conclusion. The only thing I can see there is that at RTings the LG is rated better with regard to low bit content, but not low res and the gradient handling, which is rated much better on the Samsung. The HDTVTest was from last year, but then the motion of the Samsung was estimated to be equivalent to that of Sony and LG was also beaten in terms of processing.

[@Chris-jt4ux]

because there's no such thing as the best tv. all reviews are subjective opinions.

[@Sonola777]

HDTVTest has not reviewed the S95C yet, so that’s a lie. Also, Classy’s opinion means very little. He’s not as respected as Phil Hinton. Vincent Teo has pulled his card so many times for getting things wrong. Just like when Classy was hyping up the S95B, and Vincent caught him out by pointing out Samsung’s cheating in peak brightness measurements.

[@Nescio527]

@@Sonola777 Apparently very difficult to understand the word last year, so try that first before accusing someone of lying.

[@Nescio527]

@@Sonola777 I never associated the Samsung S95C with HDTVTest, nor did I mention Vincent Teo. But I was talking about Samsung and LG and that related to HDTVTest television of the year election in which experts assessed the motion and processing of the participating TVs last year, and in which Samsung beat LG on both of these. Who you do or do not respect is up to you, but does not contain any argument. ​

[@nickxcore74]

@@Nescio527Sorry, but that’s BS and you know it. Samsung has always had the worst processing of all of the big manufacturers. Sony, Panasonic, LG then Samsung in that order.

[@Alice.59]

9:25 Wait wait wait ! really ?? for you the white of the samsung is more NATURAL ?? have you ever seen snow or what ?...

[@pioneer2321]

The QD has more accurate whites compared to wrgb Lg oled. The camera here doesn’t show what it really shows in real

[@Alice.59]

@@pioneer2321 then he should calibrated the camera better so it show the real thing in video... (also I hate warm picture, it feel too orange, I prefer cold with a bit of blue )

[@macgyvermac2344]

It's mind-boggling how something that have white already and something is going to mix to get white be better it's so mind-boggling d65 if u measure both TV LG will come closer to d65

[@pioneer2321]

@@macgyvermac2344 actually the white sub pixel (Lg woled) doesn’t make the white more accurate at all. The most accurate white is produced on a last gen plasma. The QD white is more clean without any tint compared to wrgb oled.

[@macgyvermac2344]

@@pioneer2321 really do you have a spectrometer or color meter until you can show that facts then you can't say nothing to me

[@supremetaaanxz2241]

So the measurements are entirely incorrect, and then you state that the LG G3 has better processing and coming out of black shadow detail? When most if not all other reviewers state otherwise? I’m confused?

[@kingyogesh441]

He and hdtv test are the only ones whose judgment matters.

[@supremetaaanxz2241]

@@kingyogesh441 who? Phil Hinton? Ermmm I can’t agree with that when supposedly this QD Oled panel got mediocre coverage of the BT2020 colour space? Ok mate

[@Chris-jt4ux]

@@supremetaaanxz2241 and your qualifications are listed where?

[@supremetaaanxz2241]

@@Chris-jt4ux if I need qualifications to note that measurements have been taken incorrectly, then so be it

[@kingyogesh441]

@@supremetaaanxz2241 Samsung caps it’s colour gamut in the most accurate mode .

[@exhibitD79]

As you are using a ''55-inch Samsung S95C '''- think you might possibly have a Gen 1 panel.

[@kadajawi2]

The S95C and S90C have vastly improved BFI over the S95B.

[@polishdude001]

It’s not fair Caleb got a perfect 1600 nit sample 😵‍💫

[@Ashtyr]

Sent and surely prepared by samsung, nothing suspicious

[@NexGenTek]

You can too. Just dive into the service menu

[@MrRaitzi]

​@@Ashtyryes. They boost everything and trash wreck of the TV after the reviews.

[@flamespirit1]

Samsung S95C does not work with 4k at 144hz

[@nickxcore74]

That’s because of the one connect box as the 4 HDMI 2.1 ports aren’t 48gbps they’re actually 40gbps.

[@flamespirit1]

@@nickxcore74 yes i know that

[@Inscydeus]

Though it's slightly irritating that it can't reach the advertised spec, it's also a bit of a non issue - for typical use cases, you'd never need 144hz anyway. TVs like this are way too big to be used as a PC monitor comfortably, but they do excel at console gaming - and there is nothing preventing it from hitting 120hz.

[@sj460162]

Great review. Thankyou for comparing the Qn95c with the qd oled, I was interested in the mini led and it has rave reviews but now its a no go. I was interested in what you said about upscaling. Would you say the G3 would be better for 1080p hd stuff like sky. The reason I ask is me and the wife watch mostly non 4k tv. Thanks, Steve

[@Ohanxx]

When reviewing items side by side you can’t place one of them behind the other and put it in an angle. That was weird just saying. I would like to see the tv’s myself before I purchase anything and compare them myself instead of listening to a review where this is how things are done. Please improve how you setup a display comparison when making a review. It looked full purple and this is not how I saw it when I was at my friends house comparing tv’s.

[@michaelfoster3441]

Thats what im waiting on the Japanese brands , with better processing for movies and low bit content Panasonic and sony ,Panasonic doesn't update there tvs into the ground like lg and Samsung .

[@bradgraves86]

Sorry the s95c is slighly better than the g3. Now the a95l will prob be the best but just barely.

[@Chris-jt4ux]

yeah no, it isn't.

[@nejihiashi]

A95l is using samsung technology also s95c have better colors than g3

[@VorrTechs]

@@Chris-jt4uxit is though… Read Rtings verdict on G3 and S95C They said S95C has the edge due to QD oled, wider color gamut and much brighter in game mode Also S95C has 144hz for pc gamers as well as game motion plus that basically turns any 30fps game into 60fps

[@joeldrake2161]

how yes no lol, G3 has 10/10 score, G3 all the way!

[@nickxcore74]

@@VorrTechsYou sir are an idiot. The Samsung S95C is having issues due to the one connect box, as the 4 2.1 HDMI ports are only 40gbps and not the full fat 48gbps. This is a well documented fact that Vincent Teoh highlighted in a video on HDTV TEST. If you also go on Samsung forums you’ll see that PC gamers are having issues like black screen. Also Phil Hinton is one of the best TV calibrators in the business and even Vincent Teoh would acknowledge this. As for what’s the best TV, that is subjective, as it depends what you want from your TV and how you use it. Some people are big movies watchers and others are serious gamers.

[@RUY2323]

Don’t forget to mention no Dolby Vision support and their software update always ruins the television. there’s no HGIG support for gaming, and lastly, the one connect box HDMI ports are only capped at 40 GB and not the full 48 GB

[@nimblegoat]

Buying a TV in 2023 QD-OLED or MLA-OLED - seen a a number of these reviews - most say the same thing - base your decision on all the other factors price , warranty , OS , inputs, gaming , speakers ,stand , looks etc laugh people raving about tiny differences - here and there -As all the reviewers say watch most SDR movies , of HDR movies they will all look pretty good - do you want better processing , more accurate or you love Samsung pop if you boost it = you buy samsung , sony , panasonic , Lg you will get a great TV - These reviewers struggle to see differences side by side on lots of content - You will only have what's in front of you = the white will be white , the red will be red etc - deciding because of NITs on G3 vs Colour volume on QD-OLED is probably least important

[@WarriorBlood777]

So in plain English the best allrounder is?

[@nimblegoat]

@@WarriorBlood777 The cheapest one that does what you want - given that many say LG G3 is a good choice - as improved a lot for processing etc - and does everything pretty well -likely to be the best The Sony 95L 77" - but the price will be ouch .However Samsung discounts so the 77" may be a bargain - for many buy last years C2 or Samsung at a super low price - they will still be happy - Most people just buy the biggest TV for the cheapest price - for those people buy old model flagships or next tier model for give away prices ( everything will be more premium and last longer ) ie Tier 2 2022 big LCD TV is nearly always better than Tier 4 2023- works with phones as well ( though lose 1 year of updates )

[@kadajawi2]

Unfortunately I do notice the cyan in the LG panels even when not doing side by side comparisons. They are just not a viable option because of that.

[@jaystroud528]

Nice!!

[@NexGenTek]

S95C looks much better in my opinion. Especially for overall gaming.

[@Sonola777]

A lot of butthurt comments in this thread 😂.

[@phillydavison]

If he got his measurements right there wouldn't be as many.

[@nickxcore74]

@@phillydavisonOh, so you’re more qualified to carry out these tests than Phil Hinton who has 19 years experience and is a fully certified professional TV calibrator?…..

[@TheGlover406]

LG G3 il migliore

[@havok1534]

MY SAMSUNG S95C OLED TV BEST OLED TV OF 2023 SHARPNESS DEEP BLACK ETC.... SO SO AMAZİNG BEAUTİFUL ESPECİALLY PS5 GAMES AND TOGETHER MY SOUNDBAR Q990C FANTASTİC

[@phillydavison]

74% of BT2020 you sure.. lol

[@VicharB]

"Magenta push" is way too much and strong. prefer the LG version much better and find it more true to what my eyes see when I look at white, including snow. LG is more true to life and natural in colours overall. This is why I ended up getting the LG OLED.

[@JBlakeS23]

Funny how lg having washed out colors is clearly on display and yet it’s better? S95C is better and it’s cheaper. Clear winner

[@Chris-jt4ux]

oh dear.

[@frankderossi795]

Samsung bias is strong with this channel. But that's typical with these limeys. They love to whine and cry about Samsung.

[@nickxcore74]

It’s not cheaper though, they’re both exactly the same price in the U.K. Also you’re clearly showing some serious Samsung bias, because Phil Hinton has 19 years of experience as a fully certified TV calibrator, please remind me what your qualifications are again?….Bottom line is the LG G3, Samsung S95C and S90C along with the best of all the Sony A95L are all great TV’s.

[@JBlakeS23]

@@nickxcore74 qualifications are I am a consumer, own and use them everyday. Bought a G3 for gaming and it was worse than my G2. Then got an S95c and it’s better than both. I use my TVs for months before making a decision. This guy has days with the panels. Plus you don’t know who is paying this guy.

[@DeesBees85]

@@JBlakeS23how was the G3 worse than the G2?