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  1. Table of Contents
  2. Top
  3. Main Differences
  4. Market Context
    1. Market Context
  5. Design
    1. Style
    2. Stand
    3. Back
    4. Borders
    5. Thickness
    6. Build Quality
  6. Picture Quality
    1. Contrast
    2. Local Dimming
    3. SDR Peak Brightness
    4. HDR Peak Brightness
    5. Gray Uniformity
    6. Viewing Angle
    7. Black Uniformity
    8. Reflections
    9. Pre Calibration
    10. Post Calibration
    11. 480p Input
    12. 720p Input
    13. 1080p Input
    14. 4k Input
    15. 8k Input
    16. Pixels
    17. Color Gamut
    18. Color Volume
    19. Gradient
    20. Temporary Image Retention
    21. Permanent Burn-In Risk
  7. Motion
    1. Response Time
    2. Flicker-Free
    3. Black Frame Insertion (BFI)
    4. Motion Interpolation
    5. Stutter
    6. 24p Judder
    7. Variable Refresh Rate
  8. Inputs
    1. Input Lag
    2. Supported Resolutions
    3. Input Photos
    4. Total Inputs
    5. Inputs Specifications
    6. Audio Passthrough
  9. Sound Quality
    1. Frequency Response
    2. Distortion
  10. Smart Features
    1. Interface
    2. Ad-Free
    3. Apps and Features
    4. Remote
    5. TV Controls
    6. In The Box
    7. Misc
  11. Comments

LG SM9500 vs Samsung Q70/Q70R QLED

Side-by-Side Comparison

Products

LG SM9500
Samsung Q70/Q70R QLED

Tested using Methodology v1.5

Updated Feb 22, 2024 02:54 PM

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LG SM9500 Picture
Samsung Q70/Q70R QLED Picture
TypeLED
Sub-Type
IPS
Resolution4k
TypeLED
Sub-Type
VA
Resolution4k

Variants

  • 65SM9500PUA (65")
  • QN49Q70RAFXZA (49")
  • QN55Q70RAFXZA (55")
  • QN65Q70RAFXZA (65")
  • QN75Q70RAFXZA (75")
  • QN82Q70RAFXZA (82")
  • QN85Q70RAFXZA (85")

Review

See LG SM9500 Review
See Samsung Q70/Q70R QLED Review
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Our Verdict

LG SM9500

Samsung Q70/Q70R QLED

The Samsung Q70/Q70R QLED and the LG SM9500 use different panel technologies, each with their strengths and weakness. The Q70R is a better choice for watching in a dark room thanks to its exceptional contrast ratio and black uniformity. The SM9500 looks better in a brighter room and has wide viewing angles, so it's better for watching sports during the day with a large group of friends. The SM9500 is also a bit more future-proof, as it has 4 HDMI 2.1 ports, and it supports eARC.

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