Verdict
Head-to-head · Best OLED TVs

LG G4 OLED vs Samsung S90D OLED

Which is the better buy? Side-by-side on rating, price, strengths, and watch-outs — with the published ratings we averaged to get there.

The short answer

Samsung S90D OLED comes out ahead by a narrow margin (4.2 vs 4.3). The gap is mostly about Budget-conscious buyers wanting QD-OLED performance — read the strengths below before deciding.

LG G4 OLED
Ranked #3 in Best OLED TVs
LG G4 OLED
$1,999as of May 26

LG's flagship OLED with MLA technology for exceptional brightness and premium gallery design.

Strengths
  • MLA technology for higher peak brightness
  • Gallery Design with flush wall mount
  • α11 AI Processor for enhanced upscaling
Watch-outs
  • Very expensive
  • No included stand (sold separately)
  • Limited to 77-inch max size
Samsung S90D OLED
Higher ratedRanked #1 in Best OLED TVs
Samsung S90D OLED
$999.95as of May 29

Samsung's mid-range QD-OLED offering excellent value with flagship features at a lower price.

Strengths
  • QD-OLED color and brightness at lower price
  • 4K 144Hz gaming support
  • Slim design with clean aesthetics
Watch-outs
  • Lower brightness than S95F
  • No Dolby Vision
  • Limited viewing angles

How they stack up

LG G4 OLED

LG's best OLED with superior brightness and premium build quality, ideal for dedicated home theaters.

Samsung S90D OLED

Best value QD-OLED option, offering flagship features at a more accessible price point.

Specs side-by-side

SpecLG G4 OLEDSamsung S90D OLED
Screen Size55, 65, 77, 83, 97 inches55-83 inches
Resolution4K4K UHD
Refresh Rate120Hz144Hz
HDR FormatDolby Vision, HDR10, HLGHDR10, HLG, Dolby Vision
HDMI Ports4x HDMI 2.14x HDMI 2.1
Smart PlatformwebOSTizen OS
Gaming FeaturesVRR, ALLM, G-Sync, FreeSyncALLM, FreeSync, VRR
Sound Output40W60W (2.2.2ch)
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