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  1. Table of Contents
  2. Top
  3. Main Differences
  4. Design
    1. Style
    2. Accelerated Longevity Test
    3. Stand
    4. Back
    5. Borders
    6. Thickness
    7. Build Quality
  5. Picture Quality
    1. Contrast
    2. Blooming
    3. Local Dimming
    4. Lighting Zone Transitions
    5. Local Dimming In Game Mode
    6. Contrast And Dark Details In Game Mode
    7. HDR Brightness
    8. HDR Brightness In Game Mode
    9. PQ EOTF Tracking
    10. SDR Brightness
    11. Color Gamut
    12. Color Volume
    13. Pre Calibration
    14. Post Calibration
    15. Gray Uniformity
    16. Black Uniformity
    17. Viewing Angle
    18. Reflections
    19. 720p Input
    20. 1080p Input
    21. HDR Native Gradient
    22. 4k Input
    23. Low-Quality Content Smoothing
    24. Upscaling: Sharpness Processing
    25. 8k Input
    26. Pixels
    27. Temporary Image Retention
    28. Permanent Burn-In Risk
  6. Motion
    1. Response Time
    2. Flicker-Free
    3. Black Frame Insertion (BFI)
    4. Motion Interpolation
    5. Stutter
    6. 24p Judder
    7. Variable Refresh Rate
  7. Inputs
    1. Input Lag
    2. Supported Resolutions
    3. PS5 Compatibility
    4. Xbox Series X|S Compatibility
    5. Inputs Specifications
    6. Input Photos
    7. Total Inputs
    8. Audio Passthrough
  8. Sound Quality
    1. Frequency Response
    2. Distortion
  9. Smart Features
    1. Interface
    2. Ad-Free
    3. Apps and Features
    4. Remote
    5. TV Controls
    6. In The Box
    7. Misc
  10. Comments

Samsung Q60/Q60A QLED vs Sony X80K/X80CK

Side-by-Side Comparison

Products

Samsung Q60/Q60A QLED
Sony X80K/X80CK

Tested using Methodology v1.8

Updated Apr 16, 2025 03:44 PM

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Tested using Methodology v1.11

Updated Apr 16, 2025 03:23 PM

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Samsung Q60/Q60A QLED Picture
Sony X80K/X80CK Picture

Variants

  • QN32Q60AAFXZA (32")
  • QN43Q60AAFXZA (43")
  • QN50Q60AAFXZA (50")
  • QN55Q60AAFXZA (55")
  • QN60Q60AAFXZA (60")
  • QN65Q60AAFXZA (65")
  • QN70Q60AAFXZA (70")
  • QN75Q60AAFXZA (75")
  • QN85Q60AAFXZA (85")
  • KD-43X80K (43")
  • KD-50X80K (50")
  • KD-55X80K (55")
  • KD-65X80K (65")
  • KD-75X80K (75")
  • KD-85X80K (85")

Our Verdict

Samsung Q60/Q60A QLED

Sony X80K/X80CK

The Samsung Q60/Q60A QLED is a bit better overall than the Sony X80K/X80CK. The Samsung performs better in dark rooms because it has a higher native contrast with much better black uniformity, and it also gets brighter if you want to use it in a well-lit room. However, the Sony has a wider viewing angle, making it a better choice for wide seating areas, and motion looks smoother thanks to its quicker response time.

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