QLED vs OLED: A Guide to Samsung and LG TVs

Whether you’re buying a TV this Black Friday or just doing research out of curiosity, the distinction between QLEDs and OLEDs is important to know. Each TV is unique in its own way, but they are both extremely powerful and possess impressive features. There’s a reason why these models are regarded as the best TVs in modern technology.

Before we get into the specifics of each TV, it is important to note the main differences between QLED and OLED:

QLED (Quantum Dot Light Emitting Diode)

Quantum Dots convert a spectrum of light into different colours
Uses liquid crystals for clarity
LED backlight for brightness

OLED (Organic Light-Emitting Diode)

An OLED only emits light when electricity is applied
Uses organic molecules to generate colour
Does not use backlight

This is how the Samsung QLED and LG OLED TVs compare against one another:


Resolution	4K - 8K Resolution: 33 Million Pixels	4K Resolution: 8.3 Million Pixels (Individually Lit)
Processor	Samsung AI Quantum Processor	2^nd Generation α9 Intelligent Processor
Voice Assistant	Samsung Voice Assistant Bixby	Google Assistant and Alexa
Size	Wider Variety of Sizes (49” - 88”)	Available in 55”, 65”, 77”
Blacks	Less Intense Blacks	OLED allows for “True Black”
Colours	High Resolution Allows For Great Picture Quality	More Intense Colours From OLED pixels
Screen Depth	Backlight Makes for Thicker Screen (2 inches)	No Backlight Allows for Thinner Screen (from 4mm)
Brightness	Greater Brightness (2000 nits)	Less Powerful Brightness (800 nits)
Light Bleed (Blurred Colours)	Can Suffer from Light Bleed	Individually Lit Pixels Prevent Possibility of Light Bleed
Price	Less Expensive (55” for $1,200)	More Expensive (55” for $2000)
Burn-In (pixel burnt into screen)	Not vulnerable to “Screen Burn-In”	OLED Allows Possibility of “Screen Burn-in”
Power Consumption	Uses More Energy Due to Backlight	No Backlight Results in Less Energy Consumption
Setting	Better for Bright Rooms	Better for Dimly Lit Rooms

As you can see, both QLED and OLED TVs have their fair share of pros and cons. Depending on your needs and budget, the decision between these two powerhouse TVs can be difficult. Hopefully, this article makes your decision a little bit easier.

For the best prices on QLED TVs and OLED TVs, visit the links below.

Samsung QLED TVs click here

LG OLED TVs click here