TVs / LG QNED92B vs Samsung QN80H
LG QNED92B vs Samsung QN80H
Samsung QN80H
Samsung's 2026 Neo QLED 4K mid-range flagship, now the top non-8K Neo QLED tier.
Wins overall by 0.3 points
Quick Verdict
This is close. The Samsung QN80H edges ahead by 0.3 points, but that margin is inside the noise — the LG QNED92B is a defensible pick on its own terms. LG's flagship 2026 QNED — a 115" Mini LED screen with 330Hz gaming and certified 100% color volume.
The LG QNED92B and Samsung QN80H are both current-generation TV models, and the Samsung QN80H is $11,400 cheaper than the LG QNED92B ($1,599.99 vs $12,999.99). On Value, the Samsung QN80H leads (7.8 vs 4.5/10) — performance and features relative to price. On Connectivity, the Samsung QN80H leads (8.8 vs 7.5/10) — HDMI 2.1 port count and other I/O for consoles and soundbars. On Built-in Sound, the LG QNED92B leads (7.5 vs 6.8/10) — onboard speaker power, clarity, and Dolby Atmos support. Overall, the Samsung QN80H scores 8.2/10 across our 8 scoring categories versus 7.9/10 for the LG QNED92B, 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 QN80H |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $12999.99 | $1599.99 |
| Release Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Screen Size (in) | 115 | 65 |
| Panel Type | QNED evo Mini LED (Precision Dimming Ultra) | Neo QLED (Quantum Mini LED Full Array) |
| 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 | 4 |
| HDR Formats | Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG | HDR10+, HDR10, HLG |
| 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 (Object Tracking Sound Lite, Dolby Atmos) |
| Built-in Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes |
| Warranty | 12 months | 12 months |
| Colors | Black | Titanium Black |
Category Scores
Picture Quality
The LG QNED92B is marginally ahead, 8.7 to 8.3. A gap this small rarely decides a purchase on its own, though it counts if panel technology, contrast, and color accuracy is your priority.
Brightness & HDR
The Samsung QN80H is marginally ahead, 8.8 to 8.5. A gap this small rarely decides a purchase on its own, though it counts if peak nits and HDR format support for highlight detail is your priority.
Gaming Features
The LG QNED92B leads clearly here, 9.2 against 8.7 — a 0.5-point margin on refresh rate, VRR, input lag, and console support. If that is what you are buying for, the Samsung QN80H does not close the gap elsewhere.
Smart Platform
The LG QNED92B and Samsung QN80H are level here, at 8.8/10 each. OS responsiveness, app ecosystem, and voice assistant support is not what separates these two — look to the categories where the scores diverge.
Built-in Sound
The LG QNED92B leads clearly here, 7.5 against 6.8 — a 0.7-point margin on onboard speaker power, clarity, and Dolby Atmos support. If that is what you are buying for, the Samsung QN80H does not close the gap elsewhere.
Design & Build
The LG QNED92B is marginally ahead, 8.3 to 8.0. A gap this small rarely decides a purchase on its own, though it counts if panel thinness, bezels, stand/mount options, and finish is your priority.
Connectivity
The Samsung QN80H leads clearly here, 8.8 against 7.5 — a 1.3-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 QN80H leads clearly here, 7.8 against 4.5 — a 3.3-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).
- • Your main use case is flagship.
Choose the Samsung QN80H if…
- • Value matters most to you — the Samsung QN80H scores 7.8/10 here (performance and features relative to price).
- • Connectivity matters most to you — the Samsung QN80H scores 8.8/10 here (HDMI 2.1 port count and other I/O for consoles and soundbars).
- • You want to spend less — it's $11,400 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 QN80H
Pros
- +More Mini LED dimming zones than the outgoing QN80F for better contrast
- +Motion Xcelerator 144Hz with FreeSync Premium Pro for gaming
- +Four full-bandwidth HDMI 2.1 ports
- +Dolby Atmos with Object Tracking Sound Lite
Cons
- −Replaces the discontinued QN90 tier as Samsung's new mid-range ceiling — no direct higher-Neo-QLED-4K option below the 8K models
- −Peak brightness not independently confirmed for the 2026 model year
- −No Dolby Vision (Samsung remains HDR10+ only)
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FAQs
Is the LG QNED92B or Samsung QN80H better overall?+
Based on our 8-category scoring, the Samsung QN80H 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 QN80H?+
The Samsung QN80H scores higher on Value (7.8/10 vs 4.5/10) — performance and features relative to price.
Which is better for Connectivity, the LG QNED92B or the Samsung QN80H?+
The Samsung QN80H scores higher on Connectivity (8.8/10 vs 7.5/10) — HDMI 2.1 port count and other I/O for consoles and soundbars.
Which is better for Built-in Sound, the LG QNED92B or the Samsung QN80H?+
The LG QNED92B scores higher on Built-in Sound (7.5/10 vs 6.8/10) — onboard speaker power, clarity, and Dolby Atmos support.
Which is better for Gaming Features, the LG QNED92B or the Samsung QN80H?+
The LG QNED92B scores higher on Gaming Features (9.2/10 vs 8.7/10) — refresh rate, VRR, input lag, and console support.
Is the LG QNED92B worth the price difference over the Samsung QN80H?+
The Samsung QN80H is the cheaper option at $1,599.99 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 QN80H is the better fit for gaming or home-theater.
What's the warranty on the LG QNED92B vs the Samsung QN80H?+
The LG QNED92B ships with a 12-month warranty; the Samsung QN80H 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
LG QNED84B (100-inch) — $3999.99
Premium Option
Samsung R85H — $2099.99
Specifications and prices for both products last verified . Scores are calculated from published specifications — see how we compare products.