Samsung QN85D 65" vs Sony A95L 55"
Side-by-side comparison of viewing distance, PPI, and specifications
| Specification | Samsung QN85D 65" 2024 | Sony A95L 55" 2023 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Size | 65" (Better) | 55" |
| Resolution | 3840×2160 | 3840×2160 |
| Pixel Density (PPI) | 68 | 80 (Better) |
| Optimal Viewing Distance | 1.3m | 1.1m (Better) |
| Panel Type | Mini-LED | QD-OLED |
| Viewing Angle | 178° | 178° |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) | FreeSync Premium Pro | None |
| Response Time | 6 ms GTG | 1 ms GTG (Better) |
| HDR Certification | None | None |
| SDR Brightness | 790 nits (Better) | 346 nits |
| HDR Peak Brightness | 1243 nits | 1507 nits (Better) |
| Contrast Ratio | 1:5,500 | 1:1,000,000 (Better) |
| Ports | 4x HDMI · 0x DP | 4x HDMI · 0x DP |
| Color Gamut | sRGB 99% · DCI-P3 94% · Adobe RGB 87% | sRGB 100% · DCI-P3 99% · Adobe RGB 99% (Better) |
| Year | 2024 (Better) | 2023 |
Summary
The Sony A95L 55" has higher pixel density (80 PPI), making it sharper at close range.
The Sony A95L 55" allows sitting closer (1.1m) while maintaining retina quality.
The Samsung QN85D 65" offers a larger 65" display for more immersive viewing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which has better PPI: Samsung QN85D 65" or Sony A95L 55"?
The Sony A95L 55" has 80 PPI compared to 68 PPI for the Samsung QN85D 65".
Which has a closer optimal viewing distance?
The Sony A95L 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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