LG B4 55" vs Samsung QN85D 65"
Side-by-side comparison of viewing distance, PPI, and specifications
Advantages of LG B4 55"
| Specification | LG B4 55" | Samsung QN85D 65" |
|---|---|---|
| Pixel Density (PPI) | 80 | 68 |
| Optimal Viewing Distance | 1.1m | 1.3m |
| Response Time | 0.1 ms GTG | 6 ms GTG |
| Contrast Ratio | 1:1,000,000 | 1:5,500 |
| Color Gamut | sRGB 100% · DCI-P3 99% · Adobe RGB 97% | sRGB 99% · DCI-P3 94% · Adobe RGB 87% |
Advantages of Samsung QN85D 65"
| Specification | LG B4 55" | Samsung QN85D 65" |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Size | 55" | 65" |
| SDR Brightness | 374 nits | 790 nits |
| HDR Peak Brightness | 677 nits | 1243 nits |
Identical
| Specification | LG B4 55" | Samsung QN85D 65" |
|---|---|---|
| Resolution | 3840×2160 | 3840×2160 |
| Panel Type | OLED | Mini-LED |
| Viewing Angle | 178° | 178° |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) | FreeSync Premium | FreeSync Premium Pro |
| HDR Certification | None | None |
| Ports | 4x HDMI | 4x HDMI |
| Year | 2024 | 2024 |
Summary
Sharpness: no visible difference
Both screens exceed the retina threshold at 250cm. The LG B4 55" has 18% higher pixel density (80 vs 68 PPI), but this only becomes visible below 109cm.
Brightness: advantage Samsung QN85D 65"
The Samsung QN85D 65" is 111% brighter in SDR (790 vs 374 nits), a noticeable difference for outdoor readability. HDR peak: 1243 vs 677 nits.
All specifications
| Specification | LG B4 55" 2024 | Samsung QN85D 65" 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Size | 55" | 65" (Better) |
| Resolution | 3840×2160 | 3840×2160 |
| Pixel Density (PPI) | 80 (Better) | 68 |
| Optimal Viewing Distance | 1.1m (Better) | 1.3m |
| Panel Type | OLED | Mini-LED |
| Viewing Angle | 178° | 178° |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) | FreeSync Premium | FreeSync Premium Pro |
| Response Time | 0.1 ms GTG (Better) | 6 ms GTG |
| HDR Certification | None | None |
| SDR Brightness | 374 nits | 790 nits (Better) |
| HDR Peak Brightness | 677 nits | 1243 nits (Better) |
| Contrast Ratio | 1:1,000,000 (Better) | 1:5,500 |
| Ports | 4x HDMI | 4x HDMI |
| Color Gamut | sRGB 100% · DCI-P3 99% · Adobe RGB 97% (Better) | sRGB 99% · DCI-P3 94% · Adobe RGB 87% |
| Year | 2024 | 2024 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which has better PPI: LG B4 55" or Samsung QN85D 65"?
The LG B4 55" has 80 PPI compared to 68 PPI for the Samsung QN85D 65".
Which has a closer optimal viewing distance?
The LG B4 55" requires 1.1m vs 1.3m for the Samsung QN85D 65" to reach retina quality.
Methodology & Sources
Formula: Retina distance (cm) = 3438 / PPI. Displayed values are rounded for readability.
Sources: Official manufacturer spec sheets and product pages. Specs are normalized before comparisons.
Comparison winners are calculated metric by metric (higher is better for most specs; lower is better for distance/response time).
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