Head to head
Samsung QN90D Neo QLED TV vs Sony BRAVIA 8 OLED TV
Samsung QN90D Neo QLED TV leads 3 to 1 on the 4 rankable specs and costs $100 less, which makes it the straightforward pick. Most of the 28 attributes tracked here are descriptive rather than numeric.
Catalog as of September 1, 2026
Why, in numbers
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Straight answer
Overall: 3 to 1
Buy the Samsung QN90D Neo.
- Leads 3 of 4 rankable overall specs; Sony BRAVIA 8 takes 1.
- Peak brightness (HDR): ~2,000 nits HDR vs ~900 nits HDR peak
- HDMI 2.1 ports: 4 vs 2
- It is also $100 cheaper.
At a glance
The handful of numbers that decide most purchases in this category.
Panel type≠
Samsung
Mini-LED QLED (VA)
Sony
WOLED
Peak brightness (HDR)
Samsung
~2,000 nits HDR
Sony
~900 nits HDR peak
HDMI 2.1 ports
Samsung
4
Sony
2 (of 4 HDMI total)
The 90-Day Owner Regret Check
Documented ergonomic quirks, hardware annoyances, and maintenance realities reported by real owners.
Samsung: What to watch for
- Software / Apps
Smart TV interface runs sponsored ads and banner recommendations.
- Ergonomics
Thin integrated TV speakers lack low-end bass punch.
Sony: What to watch for
- Software / Apps
Smart TV interface runs sponsored ads and banner recommendations.
- Ergonomics
Thin integrated TV speakers lack low-end bass punch.
Picture
leads 1-0| Panel type | Mini-LED QLED (VA) | WOLED |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 65 inches | 65 inches |
| Resolution | 3840 × 2160 (4K) | 3840 × 2160 (4K) |
| Native refresh rate | 120 Hz (up to 144 Hz PC) | 120 Hz |
| Peak brightness (HDR)Not on the official sheet | ~2,000 nits HDR (wins this row: higher) | ~900 nits HDR peak |
| ContrastOur summary | Very high (local-dimmed LED, not infinite) | Infinite (per-pixel) |
| Local dimming | Quantum Matrix with Mini LED | Per-pixel (self-emissive) |
| Viewing angleOur summary | Wide (Ultra Viewing Angle) | Excellent |
| Screen finish | Matte anti-glare | Glossy |
| HDR formats | HDR10, HDR10+, HLG (no Dolby Vision) | Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG (no HDR10+) |
Processing
3 differences| Processor | NQ4 AI Gen2 Processor | XR Processor |
|---|---|---|
| Motion handlingOur summary | Motion Xcelerator 144Hz | XR Motion Clarity |
| Upscaling | 4K AI Upscaling Pro | XR Clear Image 4K |
Gaming
4 differences| HDMI 2.1 ports | 4 (wins this row: higher) | 2 (of 4 HDMI total) |
|---|---|---|
| 4K 120Hz | Yes | Yes |
| VRR | Yes (FreeSync Premium Pro) | Yes |
| Auto low latency (ALLM) | Yes | Yes |
| Input lag (4K 120, game mode)Not on the official sheet | ~9.5 ms | ~8.5 ms (wins this row: lower) |
| G-Sync / FreeSync | FreeSync Premium Pro, G-Sync Compatible | FreeSync, HDMI VRR |
Audio
1 differences| Speakers | Object Tracking Sound+, 60W 4.2.2ch | Acoustic Surface Audio+, 50W 5-actuator |
|---|---|---|
| Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes |
| eARC | Yes | Yes |
Smart TV
2 differences| Operating system | Tizen OS | Google TV |
|---|---|---|
| Voice assistants | Bixby, Alexa | Google Assistant, Alexa, Apple Home |
Design
leads 1-0| ThicknessNot on the official sheet | ~27 mm (wins this row: lower) | ~37 mm |
|---|---|---|
| Wall mount | Standard VESA | Standard VESA |
Ownership
1 differences| Burn-in riskOur summary | None (LED) | Yes (OLED; pixel shift / panel refresh) |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year |
Which one should you buy
Pick this one if
Samsung QN90D Neo QLED TV
Premium 65-inch Mini-LED 4K TV with NQ4 AI Gen2 processor, 144Hz refresh rate, and anti-glare screen.
- High peak brightness exceeding 2,000 nits for sunlit rooms
- Four full-bandwidth HDMI 2.1 ports supporting up to 144Hz PC gaming
- Ultra Viewing Angle layer and matte anti-glare finish
What you give up
- No Dolby Vision format support
- Slight blooming around bright subtitles on pitch-black backgrounds
Pick this one if
Sony BRAVIA 8 OLED TV
Refined 65-inch 4K OLED TV powered by XR Processor with Acoustic Surface Audio+ sound system.
- Exceptional Sony XR color grading and motion clarity
- Acoustic Surface Audio+ vibrates the screen directly for centered dialogue
- Slim one-slate design with versatile 4-way stand
What you give up
- Only two HDMI 2.1 ports (one shared with eARC)
- Peak brightness trails Mini-LED models in sunlit rooms
Best for each use
Gaming
Tied on gaming. Samsung QN90D Neo is cheaper.
Movies
Too close to call on movies from the spec sheets. Only peak brightness (hdr) is rankable here.
Bright rooms
Too close to call on bright rooms from the spec sheets. Only peak brightness (hdr) is rankable here.
Done deciding?
Open the full standalone spec sheet for either device.
Manufacturer pages: Samsung QN90D Neo QLED TV ↗ · Sony BRAVIA 8 OLED TV ↗
Common questions
Which is cheaper, the Samsung QN90D Neo or the Sony BRAVIA 8?
Samsung QN90D Neo costs $100 less at list price.
What is the biggest catch with the Samsung QN90D Neo or Sony BRAVIA 8?
Sony BRAVIA 8 has this deal-breaker: only two HDMI 2.1 ports. A PS5, an Xbox and a 4K120 PC cannot all connect at full bandwidth, and one port doubles as eARC.
Which is better for gaming, the Samsung QN90D Neo or the Sony BRAVIA 8?
Tied on gaming. Samsung QN90D Neo is cheaper. The 2 rankable gaming specs split 1 to 1. Saves $100 at list price.
What cannot be compared from spec sheets?
Of the 28 specs tracked here, 24 are descriptive and cannot be ranked on numbers alone. Spec sheets also cannot measure subjective factors like build quality, real-world performance, or comfort.