LG C5 OLED vs Samsung S90F OLED
Get the LG C5 for films. Get the Samsung S90F if gaming punch and anti-reflection matter more than Dolby Vision.
Our pickLG C5 OLED
Still one of the safest OLED buys: deep blacks, Dolby Vision and excellent gaming, now often discounted.
Samsung S90F OLED
A bright, punchy OLED with anti-reflection and strong gaming. Great if you don't need Dolby Vision.
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Both are excellent OLEDs. The LG is the safer home-cinema pick because it supports Dolby Vision; the Samsung is brighter-looking, gaming-focused and often aggressively priced.
- —You watch Dolby Vision films and streaming.
- —You want the safer all-round OLED.
- —You prefer LG's C-series track record.
- —You game more than you watch films.
- —Your room has some daylight.
- —The Samsung is meaningfully cheaper.
Key differences
Pros and cons
- +OLED blacks and wide viewing angle
- +Dolby Vision for films and streaming
- +Strong console and PC gaming features
- −OLEDs can show stutter in slow panning shots.
- −Bright rooms still suit a Mini LED better.
- +Bright OLED picture
- +Four HDMI ports and up to 144Hz
- +Anti-reflection helps in lit rooms
- −No Dolby Vision support.
- −Samsung model names and panel variants can be confusing by size.
Ready to choose?
- Is the LG C5 worth it?
- Is the Samsung S90F worth it?
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How we reached this verdict
We compared independent expert reviews with the manufacturer's specifications, then checked it's sold at a major retailer where you live. We don't test products ourselves.
Sources: RTINGS, TechRadar, Tom's Guide, Expert Reviews, Trusted Reviews, manufacturer specifications.