TVs / Samsung M80H vs LG B6
Samsung M80H vs LG B6
LG B6
LG's most affordable 2026 OLED, trading peak brightness for a lower price.
Wins overall by 0.2 points
Quick Verdict
Too close to call on score alone: 0.2 points separate them. LG's most affordable 2026 OLED, trading peak brightness for a lower price. The Samsung M80H answers with a different set of strengths, so let the categories below decide it.
The Samsung M80H and LG B6 are both current-generation TV models, and the Samsung M80H is $1,199 cheaper than the LG B6 ($799.99 vs $1,999). On Brightness & HDR, the Samsung M80H leads (8.0 vs 6.8/10) — peak nits and HDR format support for highlight detail. On Connectivity, the LG B6 leads (9.0 vs 8.3/10) — HDMI 2.1 port count and other I/O for consoles and soundbars. On Gaming Features, the LG B6 leads (8.5 vs 8.0/10) — refresh rate, VRR, input lag, and console support. Overall, the LG B6 scores 8.0/10 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 | Samsung M80H | LG B6 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $799.99 | $1999.00 |
| Release Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Screen Size (in) | 65 | 65 |
| Panel Type | Mini LED LCD | OLED (entry tier, no Brightness Booster) |
| Resolution | 3840x2160 (4K UHD) | 3840x2160 (4K UHD) |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | Not independently confirmed | 835 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 144✓ | 120 |
| Processor | NQ4 AI Gen2 Processor | Alpha 8 AI Processor 4K Gen3 |
| HDMI 2.1 Ports (ports) | Not independently confirmed | 4 |
| HDR Formats | HDR10+, HDR10, HLG (Mini LED HDR) | Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG |
| Smart Platform | Tizen (Samsung Vision AI, One UI Tizen) | webOS 26 |
| Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in Audio System | Not officially specified | 2.0-channel, 20W |
| Built-in Dolby Atmos | No | Yes |
| Warranty | 12 months | 12 months |
| Colors | Black | Black |
Category Scores
Picture Quality
The LG B6 is marginally ahead, 8.0 to 7.6. 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 M80H leads clearly here, 8.0 against 6.8 — a 1.2-point margin on peak nits and HDR format support for highlight detail. If that is what you are buying for, the LG B6 does not close the gap elsewhere.
Gaming Features
The LG B6 leads clearly here, 8.5 against 8.0 — a 0.5-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 B6 leads clearly here, 9.0 against 8.5 — a 0.5-point margin on OS responsiveness, app ecosystem, and voice assistant support. If that is what you are buying for, the Samsung M80H does not close the gap elsewhere.
Built-in Sound
The LG B6 is marginally ahead, 6.5 to 6.2. A gap this small rarely decides a purchase on its own, though it counts if onboard speaker power, clarity, and Dolby Atmos support is your priority.
Design & Build
The LG B6 is marginally ahead, 7.8 to 7.4. 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 LG B6 leads clearly here, 9.0 against 8.3 — a 0.7-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 Samsung M80H does not close the gap elsewhere.
Value
The LG B6 leads clearly here, 8.8 against 8.3 — a 0.5-point margin on performance and features relative to price. If that is what you are buying for, the Samsung M80H does not close the gap elsewhere.
Best For
Choose the Samsung M80H if…
- • Brightness & HDR matters most to you — the Samsung M80H scores 8.0/10 here (peak nits and HDR format support for highlight detail).
- • You want to spend less — it's $1,199 cheaper.
Choose the LG B6 if…
- • Connectivity matters most to you — the LG B6 scores 9.0/10 here (HDMI 2.1 port count and other I/O for consoles and soundbars).
- • Gaming Features matters most to you — the LG B6 scores 8.5/10 here (refresh rate, VRR, input lag, and console support).
- • Smart Platform matters most to you — the LG B6 scores 9.0/10 here (OS responsiveness, app ecosystem, and voice assistant support).
- • Value matters most to you — the LG B6 scores 8.8/10 here (performance and features relative to price).
Pros & Cons
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
LG B6
Pros
- +Entry point into LG's 2026 OLED lineup under $2,000
- +Still gets 4 HDMI 2.1 ports with 120Hz/VRR/ALLM on every port
- +Same webOS 26 smart platform as the flagship G6
- +AI-driven Alpha 8 Gen3 processor
Cons
- −No Brightness Booster tech — measurably dimmer than the C6/G6 (835 vs 3,100+ nits)
- −120Hz native panel vs 165Hz on the C6/G6/W6
- −Base 2.0-channel 20W speakers
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FAQs
Is the Samsung M80H or LG B6 better overall?+
Based on our 8-category scoring, the LG B6 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 Brightness & HDR, the Samsung M80H or the LG B6?+
The Samsung M80H scores higher on Brightness & HDR (8.0/10 vs 6.8/10) — peak nits and HDR format support for highlight detail.
Which is better for Connectivity, the Samsung M80H or the LG B6?+
The LG B6 scores higher on Connectivity (9.0/10 vs 8.3/10) — HDMI 2.1 port count and other I/O for consoles and soundbars.
Which is better for Gaming Features, the Samsung M80H or the LG B6?+
The LG B6 scores higher on Gaming Features (8.5/10 vs 8.0/10) — refresh rate, VRR, input lag, and console support.
Which is better for Smart Platform, the Samsung M80H or the LG B6?+
The LG B6 scores higher on Smart Platform (9.0/10 vs 8.5/10) — OS responsiveness, app ecosystem, and voice assistant support.
Is the Samsung M80H worth the price difference over the LG B6?+
The Samsung M80H is the cheaper option at $799.99 versus $1,999. Whether the pricier model is "worth it" depends on how much you value its lead in Brightness & HDR.
What's the warranty on the Samsung M80H vs the LG B6?+
The Samsung M80H ships with a 12-month warranty; the LG B6 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
Premium Option
Samsung S85H — $1999.99
Specifications and prices for both products last verified . Scores are calculated from published specifications — see how we compare products.