# Samsung S90F vs S95F: what the flagship adds

Source: https://specwiseguide.com/samsung-s90f-vs-s95f/
Updated: 2026-11-13 · By SMART SC Editorial Team

**Short answer:** **The S95F is the S90F with a matte Glare Free screen, a One Connect box and bigger sound.** With the inputs in a separate box, the panel is **0.4–0.5 in deep** against the S90F's **1.6–1.8 in**; VRR reaches **165 Hz** (S90F: 144 Hz); speakers are **70 W, 4.2.2 channels** (S90F: 40 W, 2.1). Both have **four 4K 120 Hz+ inputs**, **HDR10+ and no Dolby Vision**. Per RTINGS, the S95F is QD-OLED in every size; the S90F is **WOLED at 83 in** in North America. **S95F** for a bright room or a flat wall mount; **S90F** for a dim room.

## Key takeaways

- **Same:** HDR10+ (no Dolby Vision), four HDMI inputs at 4K 120 Hz or more, eARC, Tizen, NQ4 AI Gen3 processor.
- **S95F adds:** Glare Free matte screen, 165 Hz VRR, One Connect box, 0.4-inch panel, 70 W 4.2.2 sound.
- **Panel:** S95F QD-OLED in all sizes; S90F QD-OLED at 55/65/77, WOLED at 42, 48 and 83 (North America).
- **2026:** the S90H adds Glare Free and 165 Hz to the S90 line; the S95H replaces the S95F.

The S90F and S95F are Samsung's two main 2025 OLEDs. They share a processor, the same four fast HDMI inputs and the same HDR formats, so the choice comes down to four things the S95F adds: the screen finish, the One Connect box, the refresh ceiling and the speakers. And at some sizes, the panel underneath.

## Verdict: who should buy which

| If you… | Buy |
|---|---|
| Have windows or lamps facing the screen | **S95F** (matte Glare Free screen) |
| Want a flat wall mount with hidden inputs | **S95F** (0.4-inch panel, One Connect box) |
| Watch mostly in a dim room | **S90F** |
| Want an 83-inch QD-OLED | **S95F** (the 83-inch S90F is WOLED in North America) |
| Use the TV speakers without a soundbar | **S95F** (70 W, 4.2.2 channels) |
| Game on consoles | Either: four 4K 120 Hz inputs on both |
| Want the lower price | **S90F** |

## Side by side

| | Samsung S90F | Samsung S95F |
|---|---|---|
| Panel (per RTINGS, North America) | QD-OLED at 55, 65, 77 in; WOLED at 42, 48, 83 in | QD-OLED, all sizes |
| Anti-reflection | "Anti Reflection: Yes" | **OLED Glare Free** (matte) |
| Refresh / VRR | 120 Hz, up to 4K 144 Hz | 120 Hz, up to **4K 165 Hz** |
| HDMI | 4, all 4K 144 Hz; eARC | 4, all 4K 165 Hz; eARC; **in the One Connect box** |
| HDR | HDR10+, HDR10, HLG | HDR10+, HDR10, HLG |
| Speakers | 40 W, 2.1 ch (42 in: 20 W, 2 ch) | **70 W, 4.2.2 ch** |
| Panel depth | 1.6–1.8 in | **0.4–0.5 in** |
| Sizes on the sheet | 42, 48, 55, 65, 77, 83 | 55, 65, 77, 83 |

*From Samsung's US spec sheets, except the panel row.*

| TV line | Type | Panel (as marketed) | Refresh / max VRR | 4K 120 Hz+ inputs | HDR formats | Anti-reflection | Sizes we list | Check price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Samsung S90H 2026 | OLED | OLED with Glare Free | 120 / 165 Hz | 4 of 4 | HDR10+ | Glare Free | 55″, 65″, 77″, 83″ | Amazon ↗ |
| Samsung S90F 2025 | OLED | OLED | 120 / 144 Hz | 4 of 4 | HDR10+ | – | 55″, 65″, 77″, 83″ | Amazon ↗ |
| Samsung S95F 2025 | OLED | OLED with Glare Free | 120 / 165 Hz | 4 of 4 | HDR10+ | OLED Glare Free | 55″, 65″, 77″, 83″ | Amazon ↗ |

## Panel: QD-OLED, except when it isn't

Samsung's sheets call both TVs "OLED" and don't name the panel type. RTINGS reports that the S95F uses an improved **QD-OLED** panel in every size, while the S90F, as in previous years, mixes panel types by size and region: in North America, **QD-OLED at 55, 65 and 77 inches** and **WOLED (LG Display) at 42, 48 and 83**. The two are different technologies with different strengths: QD-OLED has brighter, more saturated color; WOLED keeps blacks deeper under room light. See [QD-OLED vs WOLED](/qd-oled-vs-oled/).

In practice: a 55-, 65- or 77-inch S90F has the same kind of panel as the S95F, which makes the comparison mostly about the screen finish and the box. At 83 inches, the two are different TVs underneath.

## Screen finish: the S95F's main advantage

The S95F's **Glare Free** finish is a matte anti-reflection treatment: instead of mirroring a window or a lamp, it diffuses the reflection into a soft haze. RTINGS calls the S95F a fantastic choice for a bright room because of it. The S90F's sheet lists anti-reflection without naming a finish. In a dark home theater, where nothing reflects, the finish matters little and the S90F gives up little.

If the TV faces a window, this is worth more than any other line in the table. See [best TV for a bright room](/best-tv-for-bright-room/).

## Design: the One Connect box and the stand

| Size | S90F depth / weight / with stand | S95F depth / weight / with stand | S90F VESA | S95F VESA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 55 in | 1.6 in / 35.3 / 38.1 lb | 0.4 in / 30.4 / 52.7 lb | 300 × 200 | 400 × 300 |
| 65 in | 1.6 in / 46.7 / 49.6 lb | 0.4 in / 41.7 / 63.9 lb | 300 × 200 | 400 × 300 |
| 77 in | 1.8 in / 76.7 / 80.7 lb | 0.4 in / 62.2 / 88.2 lb | 400 × 300 | 400 × 300 |
| 83 in | 1.8 in / 82.9 / 86.9 lb | 0.5 in / 85.1 / 114.4 lb | 400 × 300 | 400 × 400 |

- **The S95F panel is thinner and, at 55–77 in, lighter** than the S90F's, because the inputs and power electronics live in the **One Connect box** (14.2 × 13 in, 1.3–1.6 in thick). It hangs closer to the wall with the inputs out of sight, but the box needs a home within cable reach.
- **On its stand, the S95F is heavier**: 22–29 lb more than the panel alone, against 3–4 lb for the S90F. Samsung's sheet doesn't split that between the stand and the box. Either way, check your furniture's rating at 77 and 83 inches.
- **Both stand on a center pedestal** about 14.2–14.4 in wide, so both fit on narrow furniture. Samsung's sheet doesn't give a usable stand height for the 77-inch S95F, so we leave it out of our tables.
- **Mount patterns differ** at 55, 65 and 83 inches. See [wall mount types](/tv-wall-mount-types/).

## Gaming and sound

**Gaming.** Both take 4K at 120 Hz or more on all four HDMI inputs with VRR and ALLM. The S95F's 165 Hz ceiling matters only to a PC; for a PS5 or Xbox, the two are equal. With the S95F, every device plugs into the One Connect box, which makes cable runs to a console cabinet simpler.

**Sound.** The S95F's 70 W, 4.2.2-channel speakers (the final "2" is a pair of height channels for Dolby Atmos) are a real step from the S90F's 40 W 2.1. If you'll add a soundbar anyway, it doesn't matter: both support Q-Symphony, which plays the TV speakers together with a Samsung bar. See [soundbar for a Samsung TV](/soundbar-for-samsung-tv/).

## Our picks

**For bright rooms and flat wall mounts: Samsung S95F OLED**

- OLED with Glare Free, 2025 model
- 120 Hz native, VRR up to 165 Hz
- 4K 120 Hz+ on 4 of 4 HDMI inputs
- HDR: HDR10+, HDR10, HLG
- Tuner: not confirmed
- Anti-reflection: OLED Glare Free
- Models: 55″ QN55S95F · 65″ QN65S95F · 77″ QN77S95F · 83″ QN83S95F

**For dim rooms and the lower price: Samsung S90F OLED**

- OLED, 2025 model
- 120 Hz native, VRR up to 144 Hz
- 4K 120 Hz+ on 4 of 4 HDMI inputs
- HDR: HDR10+, HDR10, HLG
- Tuner: ATSC 1.0
- Models: 55″ QN55S90F · 65″ QN65S90F · 77″ QN77S90F · 83″ QN83S90F

## The 2026 models change the maths

Samsung's 2026 **S90H** (in our catalogue) takes two of the S95F's advantages down a tier: its sheet lists **Glare Free on every size** and **VRR to 165 Hz** on all four inputs. Its dimensions match the S90F's, 1.6–1.8 in deep. The **S95H** has replaced the S95F, per RTINGS. If you want Glare Free at the S90 tier, the S90H is now the one to compare:

**2026: Glare Free in the S90 line: Samsung S90H OLED**

- OLED with Glare Free, 2026 model
- 120 Hz native, VRR up to 165 Hz
- 4K 120 Hz+ on 4 of 4 HDMI inputs
- HDR: HDR10+, HDR10, HLG
- Tuner: ATSC 1.0
- Anti-reflection: Glare Free
- Models: 55″ QN55S90H · 65″ QN65S90H · 77″ QN77S90H · 83″ QN83S90H

## Our take

The S95F is worth its premium in a **bright room**, on a **wall** where the thin panel and hidden inputs show, or at **83 inches** if you want QD-OLED. In a dim room, a 55- to 77-inch S90F has the same kind of panel, the same inputs and the same HDR formats for less. Neither plays Dolby Vision: if that matters, compare LG's OLEDs in [LG C5 vs G5](/lg-c5-vs-g5/) and the full field in [best OLED TV](/best-oled-tv/).

## Frequently asked questions

### What is the difference between the Samsung S90F and S95F?

The S95F adds a matte Glare Free anti-reflection screen, VRR to 165 Hz instead of 144 Hz, a One Connect box that holds the inputs (so the panel is 0.4 in deep), and 70 W 4.2.2-channel speakers instead of 40 W 2.1. HDR formats and the four fast HDMI inputs are the same.

### Is the Samsung S95F worth it over the S90F?

In a room with windows or lamps facing the screen, yes: the matte Glare Free finish is the S95F's biggest advantage. For a dim room, the S90F gives the same OLED contrast and inputs for less.

### Is the Samsung S90F QD-OLED?

In North America the 55-, 65- and 77-inch S90F use QD-OLED panels and the 42-, 48- and 83-inch use WOLED panels, according to RTINGS. The S95F is QD-OLED in every size.

### Do the Samsung S90F and S95F support Dolby Vision?

No. Both support HDR10+, HDR10 and HLG. Dolby Vision streams play in HDR10 on Samsung TVs.

### What is the One Connect box on the S95F?

A separate box, 14.2 × 13 in and 1.3–1.6 in thick per Samsung's sheet, that holds the HDMI inputs and connects to the panel by a cable. It keeps the panel thin and the wall clean, but the box needs a shelf or a spot behind the furniture.

## Sources

- [Samsung S90H specifications sheet](https://static.pcrichard.com/docs/QN55S90H_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdf)
- [Samsung S90F specifications sheet](https://static.pcrichard.com/docs/QN42S90F_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdf)
- [Samsung S95F specification sheet](https://static.pcrichard.com/docs/QN65S95F_Specification-Sheet_01.pdf)
- [RTINGS, Samsung S90F OLED review (panel types by size, North America)](https://www.rtings.com/tv/reviews/samsung/s90f-oled)
- [RTINGS, Samsung S95F OLED review](https://www.rtings.com/tv/reviews/samsung/s95f-oled)