LG G1 vs Samsung QN90A vs Sony X90L: Which 120Hz Refresh Rate TV Reigns Supreme in Picture Quality?

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Introduce​

Parameter
LG G1​
Samsung QN90A​
Sony X90L​
Picture​
LGG1.jpg
SamsungQN90A.jpg
SonyX90L.jpg
Price​
$1669.99
$1447.95
$1098
Model Year​
2021​
2021​
2023​
Specific Uses​
-​
home entertainment, gaming, home automation integration, smart home management​
Gaming, particularly with PlayStation 5​
Highlight​
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QUANTUM MATRIX TECHNOLOGY WITH MINI LED: Intense picture with hyper-focused light cells.
SAMSUNG NEO QUANTUM PROCESSOR 4K: Upgrades all pictures to 4K using neural networks.
ALEXA BUILT-IN: Voice control for apps, channels, movies, music, and smart home devices.
MOTION XCELERATOR TURBO+: Motion enhancements up to 4K 120Hz.
QUANTUM HDR 24X: Vivid colors with dynamic contrast, subject to viewing conditions.​
Picture Quality: Cognitive Processor XR for wide dynamic contrast, detailed blacks, natural colors, high peak brightness
Gaming Features: HDMI 2.1, 4K/120, VRR, ALLM
Smart TV Capabilities: Google TV, voice search with Google Assistant, Apple AirPlay support
PlayStation 5 Optimization: Auto HDR Tone Mapping, Auto Genre Picture Mode
BRAVIA CORE Streaming: High-bitrate 4K UHD movies, 5 credits for latest releases, 12 months of classic films​

Side-by-Side Comparison​

System​

Parameter
LG G1​
Samsung QN90A​
Sony X90L​
Operating System​
WebOS​
Tizen​
Google TV​
Internet Applications​
Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, Hulu, CBS All Access, Peacock, Youtube TV, Spotify, iHeartRadio and more, Apple TV​
Alexa, Bixby, Google​
Prime Video, Hulu, Netflix, Disney Plus, HBO Max, Airplay 2, Peacock, Apple TV​
Remote Control​
Bluetooth​
Voice control​
-​
Controller Type​
-​
vera, amazon_alexa​
Remote Control​

Display​

Parameter
LG G1​
Samsung QN90A​
Sony X90L​
Aspect Ratio​
16:9​
16:9​
16:9​
Display Technology​
OLED​
Neo QLED​
LED​
Screen Finish​
Smooth, Anti-glare​
Flat​
Flat​
Has Color Screen​
-​
Yes​
Yes​
Resolution​
4K​
4K​
4K​
Refresh Rate​
120 Hz​
120 Hz​
120​
Response Time​
-​
-​
-​
HDR Format Supported​
Dolby Vision​
-​
-​
Maximum Display Brightness​
-​
-​
-​
Display Backlight​
-​
-​
LED​
Display Backlight Setting​
-​
full_array_local_dimming​
Full Array Local Dimming​
Picture Quality Enhancement​
OLED evo, Dolby Vision IQ & Dolby Atmos​
Quantum HDR 32X​
-​
Motion Enhancement​
-​
Motion Xcelerator Turbo+​
XR Motion Clarity​

Audio​

Parameter
LG G1​
Samsung QN90A​
Sony X90L​
Number of Audio Channels​
-​
4.2.2​
-​
Audio Output Mode​
Surround​
Surround​
[Inferred] Multiple​
Audio Input​
HDMI, USB, Optical​
Optical​
HDMI​
Speaker Description​
-​
60 W​
Acoustic Multi Audio​

Connectivity​

Parameter
LG G1​
Samsung QN90A​
Sony X90L​
Connectivity Technology​
NEXTGEN TV (ATSC 3.0)Wi-Fi Standard Wi-Fi Certified 802.11ac Bluetooth Support Version 5.0IP ControlHDMI-CEC (Simplink)TV Tuner ATSC, Clear QAM Smart Phone ConnectivityHDMI Input (HDCP 2.2) 4 (rear) Latest HDMI (4K @ 120Hz) HDMI ports 1,2,3,4HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC) eARC (HDMI 2) USB Ports (v 2.0) 3 (Side)RF Connection Input (Antenna/Cable) 1 (Bottom) Ethernet Input 1 (rear)RS-232C Input (Mini Jack) 1 (rear) Digital Audio Output (Optical) 1 (rear)Headphone Out 1 (rear)​
Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, USB, Ethernet, HDMI​
wired, wireless​
Bluetooth Version​
-​
4.2​
-​
Screen Mirroring​
-​
[POSSIBLE] Bluetooth, Proprietary​
Apple AirPlay​
Total Usb Ports​
3​
2​
2​
Number of HDMI Ports​
4​
4​
4​
Connector Type​
USB, HDMI​
HDMI​
HDMI, USB​
Signal Format​
digital​
-​
digital​

Features​

Parameter
LG G1​
Samsung QN90A​
Sony X90L​
Video Encoding​
HEVC (H.265)​
HDR10​
HEVC or VP9​
Compatible Devices​
-​
Laptop, Desktop, Smartphone, Tablet, Gaming Console, Smart Device​
Google TV compatible devices, HDMI/USB/wireless devices​
Tuner Type​
ATSC​
ATSC 3.0, Clear QAM​
ATSC​
Noteworthy Features​
Gallery Design; α9 Gen4 AI Processor 4K with AI Picture Pro and AI Sound Pro, Dolby Vision IQ and Dolby Atmos; webOS and ThinQ AI with Hands-Free Voice Control​
Quantum Matrix Technology; Neo Quantum Processor 4K; Quantum HDR 32X, Object Tracking Sound+; Motion Xcelerator Turbo+​
NEW Eco Dashboard, NEW Game Menu, Exclusive features for PlayStation, Billions of colors with XR Triluminos Pro, Movies on us with BRAVIA CORE (5 credits/12 months)​

Measurements​

Parameter
LG G1​
Samsung QN90A​
Sony X90L​
Dimensions D x W x H​
12.7"D x 67.8"W x 41.3"H​
11.2"D x 56.9"W x 35.2"H​
13.63"D x 57"W x 34"H​
Item Weight​
88.6 Pounds​
69.2 Pounds​
16 ounces​
Screen Size​
77 Inches​
65 Inches​
65​

Conclusion​

Product
PROS AND CONS​
LG G1​
Pros:
• Gorgeous picture quality with a stunning color palette
• Elegant, flush-mounted appearance
• Unique and clever mounting system
• Excellent size options available (e.g., 77”)
• No interest purchase plan available
• High customer satisfaction in terms of performance

Cons:
• Fragile panel that can crack easily
• Difficult repair process with limited options
• Learning curve associated with the Universal Remote
• Lack of integrated Roku functionality
• High cost compared to other TV options
Samsung QN90A​
Pros:
• Excellent picture quality with beautiful, vivid, and clear visuals
• Supports 120Hz for gaming on PS5
• Impressive brightness of 2000 nits
• Black levels comparable to OLED, offering great contrast
• Fast and user-friendly YouTube app with video previews
• High-quality, robust stand
• Thin profile with a glossy screen
• Innovative solar-powered and USB-C rechargeable remote

Cons:
• Ads on the menu that cannot be turned off
• Limited HDMI 2.1 ports (only one available)
Sony X90L​
Pros
• Exceptional picture quality with sharp, crisp visuals
• Vibrant colors that pop after calibration
• Solid and well-built design
• Easy to mount and handle (weighs 55lbs)
• Affordable alternative to OLED TVs
• Great size (65") for sports and gaming
• Positive experience with calibration enhancing performance

Cons
• Calibration process may be time-consuming for some users
• Requires online research for optimal settings
• Weight may be cumbersome for some individuals during installation
 
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