Side by side
LG C5 vs Samsung S90F
Quick verdict
Both are excellent mid-range OLEDs with 144 Hz gaming. Choose the LG C5 for Dolby Vision and webOS; choose the Samsung S90F for strong colour brightness and HDR10+.
| Criterion | Winner | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Dolby Vision | LG C5 | Supported on LG, not on Samsung |
| HDR10+ | Samsung S90F | Supported on Samsung, not on LG |
| Gaming | Tie | Four HDMI 2.1 ports, 144 Hz |
| Colour brightness | Samsung S90F | QD-OLED panel in many sizes |
| Sizes | Tie | Both from 42 to 83 inches |
| Smart TV | Tie | webOS vs Tizen, both good |
At a glance
| Feature | LG C5 | Samsung S90F |
|---|---|---|
| Panel | WOLED | QD-OLED or WOLED, depending on size |
| Refresh rate | Up to 144 Hz | Up to 144 Hz |
| HDMI 2.1 | Four ports | Four ports |
| HDR | Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG | HDR10+, HDR10, HLG |
| Sizes | 42–83 inches | 42–83 inches |
| Smart TV | webOS | Tizen |
| Gaming features | VRR, G-Sync, FreeSync | VRR, FreeSync Premium Pro |
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Which one should you buy?
Mister Magelo’s verdict
Both TVs are excellent buys. If you watch a lot of Netflix, Disney+ or Apple TV+ in Dolby Vision, the LG C5 is the safer choice. If you want maximum colour brightness and use HDR10+ sources, the Samsung S90F is great, but check the panel type for your size.
Independent recommendation · Retailers can’t pay for rankingChoose LG C5 if…
- you stream a lot in Dolby Vision
- you prefer LG's webOS and Magic Remote
- you want a consistent panel in every size
Choose Samsung S90F if…
- you want very bright, saturated colours
- you use HDR10+ content
- you already use Samsung devices with SmartThings
Questions and answers
Does the Samsung S90F support Dolby Vision?
No. Samsung TVs do not support Dolby Vision; they use HDR10+ instead.
Is the S90F always a QD-OLED?
No. Depending on size and production batch, the S90F can use a QD-OLED or WOLED panel. Check the exact model number if this matters to you.