Sony X950G vs Samsung Q70R TV comparison 2021/04

The Sony X950G and the Samsung Q70R are two strong mid-range televisions from South Korea and Japan. Their performance is partly similar, but both devices have different strengths, which we will explain in more detail in the following comparison.

Sony X950G
Samsung QLED Q70R
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Sony X950G and Samsung Q70R compared – Which TV is better?

Reflections Icon
Reflections
Image quality in bright environments and dealing with reflections
71%
Sony X950G 65"
56%
Samsung QLED Q70R 65"
Viewing Angle Icon
Viewing Angle
Picture quality when sitting at an angle to the TV - Also relevant when sitting very close in front of a large TV.
69%
Sony X950G 65"
38%
Samsung QLED Q70R 65"
SDR Image Quality Icon
SDR Image Quality
Picture quality when viewing material in SDR, i.e. anything that is not HDR.
62%
Sony X950G 65"
78%
Samsung QLED Q70R 65"
HDR Image Quality Icon
HDR Image Quality
Picture quality when viewing material in HDR, so everything from HDR, HDR10, HLG to HDR10+ & Dolby Vision.
65%
Sony X950G 65"
70%
Samsung QLED Q70R 65"
Movies & Series Icon
Movies & Series
Use of the TV for movies, series & documentaries - be it as stream, BluRay or in the TV program.
65%
Sony X950G 65"
71%
Samsung QLED Q70R 65"
Gaming Icon
Gaming
Gaming performance of the TV especially for responsive games with focus on PS5 and Xbox Series X
84%
Sony X950G 65"
83%
Samsung QLED Q70R 65"
Sports Icon
Sports
Suitability for watching soccer, Formula 1, Olympics and more, even with several persons
33%
Sony X950G 65"
31%
Samsung QLED Q70R 65"
Equipment Icon
Equipment
Smart TV features, connections and general equipment of the TV
66%
Sony X950G 65"
57%
Samsung QLED Q70R 65"
Sony X950G 65"
Samsung QLED Q70R 65"
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Sony X950G 2019

Direct LED with FALD
Direct LED with FALD
VA Panel
VA Panel
The Sony X950G is the strongest of all Sony LCD TVs. Thanks to the VA panel and Full Array Local Dimming, the picture quality in dark rooms is very good. It also handles reflections very well, making it equally suitable for bright rooms. However, the contrast is not as high as with the Q70R.
55" (13,88cm)
XBR55X950G
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65" (16,39cm)
XBR65X950G
$1,953.73*
75" (18,93cm)
XBR75X950G
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85" (21,48cm)
XBR85X950G
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Samsung QLED Q70R 2019

Direct LED with FALD
Direct LED with FALD
VA Panel
VA Panel
The most outstanding strength of the Samsung Q70R is undoubtedly gaming. Its input lag is record low, so few other televisions can keep up. In addition, the black is very deep in dark rooms and the resulting image is very even thanks to VA Panel and Full Array Local Dimming. The contrast of the Q70R is also much higher.
49" (123,1cm)
QN49Q70RAFXZA
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55" (138,8cm)
QN55Q70RAFXZA
$1,770.00*
65" (163,9cm)
QN65Q70RAFXZA
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75" (189,3cm)
QN75Q70RAFXZA
$1,679.99*
82" (208,28cm)
QN82Q70RAFXZA
$3,497.99*

Detailed comparison: Sony X950G or Samsung Q70R

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Reflections Icon
Reflections Comparison
Sony X950G vs Samsung Q70R
71%
Reflections
Reflections visible
No layer against reflections
Contrast
4830 :1
Max. Brightness
1230 Nits
Video technologies
56%
Reflections
Reflections visible
No layer against reflections
Contrast
8050 :1
Max. Brightness
770 Nits
Video technologies
Viewing Angle Icon
Viewing Angle Comparison
Sony X950G vs Samsung Q70R
69%
Panel type
VA Panel
VA Panel
Viewing Angle
narrow
VA Viewing Angle
Reflections
Reflections visible
Reflections visible
38%
Panel type
VA Panel
VA Panel
Viewing Angle
narrow
VA Viewing Angle
Reflections
Reflections visible
Reflections visible
SDR image Icon
SDR image Comparison
Sony X950G vs Samsung Q70R
62%
Panel type
VA Panel
VA Panel
Backlight
Direct LED with FALD
Direct LED with FALD
Local Dimming
Full Array Local Dimming with 60 Zones
Contrast
4830 :1
Max. Brightness
1230 Nits
DCI-P3
77%
78%
Panel type
VA Panel
VA Panel
Backlight
Direct LED with FALD
Direct LED with FALD
Local Dimming
Full Array Local Dimming
Contrast
8050 :1
Max. Brightness
770 Nits
DCI-P3
81.7%
HDR image Icon
HDR image Comparison
Sony X950G vs Samsung Q70R
65%
Panel type
VA Panel
VA Panel
Backlight
Direct LED with FALD
Direct LED with FALD
Local Dimming
Full Array Local Dimming with 60 Zones
Contrast
4830 :1
Max. Brightness
1230 Nits
DCI-P3
77%
REC 2020
61%
Video technologies
70%
Panel type
VA Panel
VA Panel
Backlight
Direct LED with FALD
Direct LED with FALD
Local Dimming
Full Array Local Dimming
Contrast
8050 :1
Max. Brightness
770 Nits
DCI-P3
81.7%
REC 2020
63.1%
Video technologies
Movies & Series Icon
Movies & Series Comparison
Sony X950G vs Samsung Q70R
65%
HDR Image Quality
SDR Image Quality
Environment & Reflections
Tuner
Analog (NTSC/PAL/SECAM) DVB-T DVB-T2 DVB-S2 DVB-S DVB-C
Twin Tuner
Audio
2.0 Channels with 20 Watt
Audio formats
HDMI ARC / eARC
/
71%
HDR Image Quality
SDR Image Quality
Environment & Reflections
Tuner
Analog (NTSC/PAL/SECAM) DVB-T DVB-T2 DVB-C DVB-S DVB-S2
Twin Tuner
Audio
2.1 Channels with 40 Watt
Audio formats
HDMI ARC / eARC
/
Gaming Icon
Gaming performance Comparison
Sony X950G vs Samsung Q70R
84%
Frequency
120Hz
Response Time
ca. 4.3ms
HDMI 2.1
Variable Refresh Rate
Input Lag [email protected] +HDR
ca. 21ms
83%
Frequency
120Hz
Response Time
ca. 3.7ms
HDMI 2.1
Variable Refresh Rate
Input Lag [email protected] +HDR
ca. 15ms
Sports Icon
Sports performance Comparison
Sony X950G vs Samsung Q70R
33%
Frequency
120Hz
Response Time
ca. 4.3ms
31%
Frequency
120Hz
Response Time
ca. 3.7ms
Equipment Icon
Equipment Comparison
Sony X950G vs Samsung Q70R
66%
Operating System
Android 8.0 Oreo
Bluetooth
Twin Tuner
Integrated soundbar
Audio
2.0 Channels with 20 Watt
HDMI ARC / eARC
/
Audio formats
USB recording PVR
HDMI 2.0
4
HDMI 2.1
USB 2.0
2
USB 3.0
Ethernet RJ45
1
3.5mm jack
1
Digital optical
1
Ci+ 1.4
1
Timeshift
Apple Airplay
Apple Homekit
Assistants
Ambilight
57%
Operating System
Tizen 5.0
Bluetooth
Twin Tuner
Integrated soundbar
Audio
2.1 Channels with 40 Watt
HDMI ARC / eARC
/
Audio formats
USB recording PVR
HDMI 2.0
4
HDMI 2.1
USB 2.0
2
USB 3.0
Ethernet RJ45
1
3.5mm jack
Digital optical
1
Ci+ 1.4
1
Timeshift
Apple Airplay
Apple Homekit
Assistants
Ambilight
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Our conclusion:
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The Sony X950G and the Samsung Q70R offer comparable performance, but there are some core characteristics where the TVs differ from one another. The X950G can handle reflections better, while the Q70R offers a better black due to the increased contrast, which is especially apparent in dark rooms. In dark rooms both perform well, in bright rooms the X950G is even better. This also applies to HDR. On the other hand, the Q70R is a better choice when it comes to gaming.

Sony X950G 2019
Sony X950G
  • Full Array Local Dimming
  • Deep blacks
  • Very good Motion Handling
  • Dolby Vision
  • Dolby Atmos and DTS:X
  • No VRR
55" (13,88cm)
XBR55X950G
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65" (16,39cm)
XBR65X950G
$1,953.73*
75" (18,93cm)
XBR75X950G
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85" (21,48cm)
XBR85X950G
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Samsung QLED Q70R 2019
Samsung QLED Q70R
  • Full Array Local Dimming
  • Deep blacks
  • Low input lag
  • HDR10+
  • VRR through FreeSync
  • Viewing angle
  • No DTS and Dolby Atmos
49" (123,1cm)
QN49Q70RAFXZA
$1,349.99*
55" (138,8cm)
QN55Q70RAFXZA
$1,770.00*
65" (163,9cm)
QN65Q70RAFXZA
Check price
75" (189,3cm)
QN75Q70RAFXZA
$1,679.99*
82" (208,28cm)
QN82Q70RAFXZA
$3,497.99*
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