TVs / LG QNED92B vs Samsung M80H
LG QNED92B vs Samsung M80H
LG QNED92B
LG's flagship 2026 QNED — a 115" Mini LED screen with 330Hz gaming and certified 100% color volume.
Wins overall by 0.1 points
Quick Verdict
The LG QNED92B wins by 0.1 points, which is not enough to settle it. Samsung's new entry Mini LED TV — the QN80H's processor at a fraction of the price. Pick on the specs that matter to you, not the overall score.
The LG QNED92B and Samsung M80H are both current-generation TV models, and the Samsung M80H is $12,200 cheaper than the LG QNED92B ($799.99 vs $12,999.99). On Value, the Samsung M80H leads (8.3 vs 4.5/10) — performance and features relative to price. On Built-in Sound, the LG QNED92B leads (7.5 vs 6.2/10) — onboard speaker power, clarity, and Dolby Atmos support. On Gaming Features, the LG QNED92B leads (9.2 vs 8.0/10) — refresh rate, VRR, input lag, and console support. Overall, the LG QNED92B scores 7.9/10 across our 8 scoring categories versus 7.8/10 for the Samsung M80H, though the gap is close enough that your specific use case should decide it. Below, we break down the full spec sheet, category-by-category scores, and exactly who should buy which one.
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Spec | LG QNED92B | Samsung M80H |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $12999.99 | $799.99 |
| Release Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Screen Size (in) | 115 | 65 |
| Panel Type | QNED evo Mini LED (Precision Dimming Ultra) | Mini LED LCD |
| Resolution | 3840x2160 (4K UHD) | 3840x2160 (4K UHD) |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | Not independently confirmed | Not independently confirmed |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 165✓ | 144 |
| Processor | Alpha 8 AI Processor Gen 3 | NQ4 AI Gen2 Processor |
| HDMI 2.1 Ports (ports) | Not independently confirmed | Not independently confirmed |
| HDR Formats | Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG | HDR10+, HDR10, HLG (Mini LED HDR) |
| Smart Platform | webOS 26 | Tizen (Samsung Vision AI, One UI Tizen) |
| Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in Audio System | AI Sound Pro, virtual 11.1.2-channel surround (built-in speakers) | Not officially specified |
| Built-in Dolby Atmos | Yes | No |
| Warranty | 12 months | 12 months |
| Colors | Black | Black |
Category Scores
Picture Quality
The LG QNED92B leads clearly here, 8.7 against 7.6 — a 1.1-point margin on panel technology, contrast, and color accuracy. If that is what you are buying for, the Samsung M80H does not close the gap elsewhere.
Brightness & HDR
The LG QNED92B leads clearly here, 8.5 against 8.0 — a 0.5-point margin on peak nits and HDR format support for highlight detail. If that is what you are buying for, the Samsung M80H does not close the gap elsewhere.
Gaming Features
The LG QNED92B leads clearly here, 9.2 against 8.0 — a 1.2-point margin on refresh rate, VRR, input lag, and console support. If that is what you are buying for, the Samsung M80H does not close the gap elsewhere.
Smart Platform
The LG QNED92B is marginally ahead, 8.8 to 8.5. A gap this small rarely decides a purchase on its own, though it counts if OS responsiveness, app ecosystem, and voice assistant support is your priority.
Built-in Sound
The LG QNED92B leads clearly here, 7.5 against 6.2 — a 1.3-point margin on onboard speaker power, clarity, and Dolby Atmos support. If that is what you are buying for, the Samsung M80H does not close the gap elsewhere.
Design & Build
The LG QNED92B leads clearly here, 8.3 against 7.4 — a 0.9-point margin on panel thinness, bezels, stand/mount options, and finish. If that is what you are buying for, the Samsung M80H does not close the gap elsewhere.
Connectivity
The Samsung M80H leads clearly here, 8.3 against 7.5 — a 0.8-point margin on HDMI 2.1 port count and other I/O for consoles and soundbars. If that is what you are buying for, the LG QNED92B does not close the gap elsewhere.
Value
The Samsung M80H leads clearly here, 8.3 against 4.5 — a 3.8-point margin on performance and features relative to price. If that is what you are buying for, the LG QNED92B does not close the gap elsewhere.
Best For
Choose the LG QNED92B if…
- • Built-in Sound matters most to you — the LG QNED92B scores 7.5/10 here (onboard speaker power, clarity, and Dolby Atmos support).
- • Gaming Features matters most to you — the LG QNED92B scores 9.2/10 here (refresh rate, VRR, input lag, and console support).
- • Picture Quality matters most to you — the LG QNED92B scores 8.7/10 here (panel technology, contrast, and color accuracy).
- • Design & Build matters most to you — the LG QNED92B scores 8.3/10 here (panel thinness, bezels, stand/mount options, and finish).
- • Your main use case is flagship.
Choose the Samsung M80H if…
- • Value matters most to you — the Samsung M80H scores 8.3/10 here (performance and features relative to price).
- • You want to spend less — it's $12,200 cheaper.
Pros & Cons
LG QNED92B
Pros
- +LG's largest-ever QNED at a genuinely massive 115"
- +Intertek-certified 100% Color Volume — a real, independently verified claim
- +VRR up to 165Hz plus a 330Hz Motion Booster mode for competitive gaming
- +AI Sound Pro delivers virtual 11.1.2-channel surround from the TV alone
Cons
- −Extremely expensive — among the priciest TVs in this entire comparison set
- −Only confirmed in the 115" size; smaller QNED90 configurations not verified
- −Peak brightness and HDMI 2.1 port count not independently confirmed
- −LG's 2026 US QNED range is QNED92B and QNED84B only; this model was published under a 2025-era name that does not exist in the current US lineup and has been corrected
Samsung M80H
Pros
- +Same NQ4 AI Gen2 Processor as the pricier QN80H Neo QLED, at a much lower price
- +Genuine Mini LED backlighting — a real step up from basic edge-lit QLED
- +DLG 240Hz for PC gaming plus Motion Xcelerator 144Hz
- +Available from 55" up to 85"
Cons
- −Fewer dimming zones and less precise local dimming than Neo QLED
- −No Dolby Atmos
- −Peak brightness and HDMI 2.1 port count not independently confirmed
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FAQs
Is the LG QNED92B or Samsung M80H better overall?+
Based on our 8-category scoring, the LG QNED92B comes out ahead overall. See the full breakdown in the scores section above — the right pick still depends on which categories matter most for your use case.
Which is better for Value, the LG QNED92B or the Samsung M80H?+
The Samsung M80H scores higher on Value (8.3/10 vs 4.5/10) — performance and features relative to price.
Which is better for Built-in Sound, the LG QNED92B or the Samsung M80H?+
The LG QNED92B scores higher on Built-in Sound (7.5/10 vs 6.2/10) — onboard speaker power, clarity, and Dolby Atmos support.
Which is better for Gaming Features, the LG QNED92B or the Samsung M80H?+
The LG QNED92B scores higher on Gaming Features (9.2/10 vs 8.0/10) — refresh rate, VRR, input lag, and console support.
Which is better for Picture Quality, the LG QNED92B or the Samsung M80H?+
The LG QNED92B scores higher on Picture Quality (8.7/10 vs 7.6/10) — panel technology, contrast, and color accuracy.
Is the LG QNED92B worth the price difference over the Samsung M80H?+
The Samsung M80H is the cheaper option at $799.99 versus $12,999.99. Whether the pricier model is "worth it" depends on how much you value its lead in Value.
Which is better suited to my use case?+
The LG QNED92B is the better fit if you mainly care about flagship. The Samsung M80H is the better fit for gaming or home-theater.
What's the warranty on the LG QNED92B vs the Samsung M80H?+
The LG QNED92B ships with a 12-month warranty; the Samsung M80H ships with a 12-month warranty. Always confirm current terms on the manufacturer's site before buying.
Should I wait for the next model instead of buying either of these?+
If either model is more than two years old, a successor may be close — check the "Latest Model" link on each product page. Otherwise, both are current, well-supported options and there's no strong reason to wait.
Cheaper Option
Samsung M70H — $529.99
Specifications and prices for both products last verified . Scores are calculated from published specifications — see how we compare products.