Samsung S95D 55 inch Ultra HD 4K Smart OLED TV (QA55S95DAULXL) (2024)

FAQs

What is the peak brightness of the Samsung S95D? ›

Using an X-Rite colorimeter, I measured a peak brightness of around 1,700 nits on a 10% HDR test pattern (a white box that takes up 10% of the screen). That's about 350 nits more than last year's version of this TV, the Samsung S95C, and about 200 nits more than the S95D's top competitors, including the LG G4.

Samsung vs LG

Samsung TVs generally have better picture quality than the average LG LED-backlit LCD TV. Samsung TVs usually get a fair bit brighter and have better contrast, while LG TVs generally have much wider viewing angles and better smart features.

On average, most TVs tend to last around 7 to 10 years of frequent usage. Even at its maximum brightness, a TV can easily last for up to 100,000 total hours of use. TVs are built to last. Major manufacturers like Samsung, LG, and Philips, amongst countless others, pride themselves on the quality of their TVs.

OLED vs QLED: which is right for you? Both of these technologies are impressive – but for different reasons. OLED has superior contrast to QLED thanks to its individually dimming pixels while QLED has the superior full-screen brightness. Both have spectacular colors in their own way that will suit different people.

Like all other Samsung TVs, the S95D does not support Dolby Vision HDR for movies or gaming.

Brightness: Makes dark areas of the image brighter or darker. A setting range of 45 to 55 works well in most cases. Contrast: Makes bright areas of the image brighter or darker. A setting of 80 to 85 works well for movies; 90 to 100 works well for video sources.

Disadvantages: Limited viewing angles: Some Samsung LED TVs may have limited viewing angles, which can affect the viewing experience from off-center positions [1]. Poor black levels: LED TVs may struggle to produce deep black levels, resulting in less contrast and detail in dark scenes.

The Samsung S90C is our top pick OLED TV for most people. LG's C-series OLEDs had dominated that spot for a long time, but the S90C is brighter and has better sound than the LG C3 (#4 on the list) for essentially the same price, so it's a better value.

QLED are a more balanced option between LED and OLED TVs. Their picture quality is better than traditional LED TVs and they also don't have screen burning issues like older OLED TVs.

Studies have shown that OLED TVs tend to last for well over ten years, provided they are adequately maintained and cared for! One of the key secrets behind OLED's longevity is its lack of a backlight. 4K OLED TVs make use of special pixels that are self-illuminating.

How many years will a Samsung TV last? ›

The lifespan of a Samsung smart TV, like any electronic device, can vary based on several factors, including usage patterns, maintenance, and manufacturing quality. On average, modern smart TVs are designed to last around 5 to 10 years.

The lifespan of a smart TV is typically estimated to be between 5 to 7 years under normal usage conditions. This range is not absolute and varies depending on factors such as the model, quality, and how the TV is used and maintained.

HDR contrast (brightness/black level): 294.7 nits/0.001 nits (ANSI checkerboard) SDR contrast (brightness/black level): 128.9 nits/0.001 nits (ANSI checkerboard) HDR peak brightness (sustained): 1,110 nits (2% white window)

'” 55-inch, 75-inch, and 77-inch versions of some new Samsung QD-OLED TVs use these newer QD-OLED panels. They have up to a 144Hz refresh rate, HDR10+ Adaptive, and AMD FreeSynch Premium Pro. However, Samsung TVs with these panels aren't quoting 3,000 nits peak brightness figures.

Peak Brightness

With an integrated LED backlight, modern QLED displays can produce up to 2,000 nits, while self-emissive OLEDs are limited to an output of around 450 nits.

As per tipster Ahmed Qwaider (via SamMobile), the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra will come with a screen that reaches a high of 2,600 nits of brightness. That's quite the step up from the 1,750 nits of its predecessor (see our Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra review for details).