TVs / Samsung QN990F vs LG G6
Samsung QN990F vs LG G6
LG G6
LG's brightest and fastest flagship OLED for 2026, built around the new Primary RGB Tandem 2.0 panel.
Wins overall by 0.7 points
Quick Verdict
A 0.7-point gap makes the LG G6 the straightforward choice here. LG's brightest and fastest flagship OLED for 2026, built around the new Primary RGB Tandem 2.0 panel.
The Samsung QN990F and LG G6 are both closely matched TV models, and the LG G6 is $2,700 cheaper than the Samsung QN990F ($2,799.99 vs $5,499.99). On Value, the LG G6 leads (6.8 vs 4.5/10) — performance and features relative to price. On Gaming Features, the LG G6 leads (9.5 vs 8.0/10) — refresh rate, VRR, input lag, and console support. On Design & Build, the LG G6 leads (9.3 vs 8.8/10) — panel thinness, bezels, stand/mount options, and finish. Overall, the LG G6 scores 8.8/10 across our 8 scoring categories versus 8.1/10 for the Samsung QN990F. 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 QN990F | LG G6 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $5499.99 | $2799.99 |
| Release Year | 2025 | 2026 |
| Screen Size (in) | 65 | 65 |
| Panel Type | Neo QLED 8K Mini LED (Quantum Mini LED) | 4th-Gen Primary RGB Tandem 2.0 OLED (Hyper Radiant Color) |
| Resolution | 7680x4320 (8K UHD) | 3840x2160 (4K UHD) |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | Not independently confirmed | 3100 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | Not independently confirmed | 165 |
| Processor | NQ8 AI Gen3 Processor | Alpha 11 Gen3 AI Processor |
| HDMI 2.1 Ports (ports) | Not independently confirmed | 4 |
| HDR Formats | HDR10+, HDR10, HLG | 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 | Not officially specified by LG |
| Built-in Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes |
| Warranty | 12 months | 12 months |
| Colors | Black | Black |
Category Scores
Picture Quality
The LG G6 is marginally ahead, 9.6 to 9.3. 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 QN990F is marginally ahead, 9.7 to 9.5. 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 G6 leads clearly here, 9.5 against 8.0 — a 1.5-point margin on refresh rate, VRR, input lag, and console support. If that is what you are buying for, the Samsung QN990F does not close the gap elsewhere.
Smart Platform
The LG G6 is marginally ahead, 9.0 to 8.7. 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 Samsung QN990F and LG G6 are level here, at 7.0/10 each. onboard speaker power, clarity, and Dolby Atmos support is not what separates these two — look to the categories where the scores diverge.
Design & Build
The LG G6 leads clearly here, 9.3 against 8.8 — a 0.5-point margin on panel thinness, bezels, stand/mount options, and finish. If that is what you are buying for, the Samsung QN990F does not close the gap elsewhere.
Connectivity
The LG G6 leads clearly here, 9.5 against 9.0 — a 0.5-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 QN990F does not close the gap elsewhere.
Value
The LG G6 leads clearly here, 6.8 against 4.5 — a 2.3-point margin on performance and features relative to price. If that is what you are buying for, the Samsung QN990F does not close the gap elsewhere.
Best For
Choose the Samsung QN990F if…
- • You prefer the Samsung ecosystem, app, and design language.
Choose the LG G6 if…
- • Value matters most to you — the LG G6 scores 6.8/10 here (performance and features relative to price).
- • Gaming Features matters most to you — the LG G6 scores 9.5/10 here (refresh rate, VRR, input lag, and console support).
- • Design & Build matters most to you — the LG G6 scores 9.3/10 here (panel thinness, bezels, stand/mount options, and finish).
- • Connectivity matters most to you — the LG G6 scores 9.5/10 here (HDMI 2.1 port count and other I/O for consoles and soundbars).
- • Smart Platform matters most to you — the LG G6 scores 9.0/10 here (OS responsiveness, app ecosystem, and voice assistant support).
Pros & Cons
Samsung QN990F
Pros
- +Samsung's current 8K flagship with the NQ8 AI Gen3 Processor and 8K AI Upscaling Pro
- +Wireless One Connect Box keeps every cable off the wall
- +Available up to a 98" size for true home-theater scale
- +No Dolby Vision, but full HDR10+/HDR10/HLG support
Cons
- −Carried into 2026 without a refresh — same generation as 2025, not a new-for-2026 model
- −Extremely limited native 8K content library
- −Among the most expensive TVs in this comparison set
- −Peak brightness and HDMI 2.1 port count not independently confirmed for this exact 2026 configuration
LG G6
Pros
- +Brightest LG OLED panel to date thanks to the Primary RGB Tandem 2.0 panel
- +165Hz refresh rate with NVIDIA G-Sync and AMD FreeSync Premium for high-end gaming
- +Flush wall mount included in the box at no extra cost
- +5-year panel warranty with OLED Care+
Cons
- −Premium pricing versus the C6 for a smaller real-world brightness gap on some content
- −Not yet confirmed as sold directly on Amazon.com at launch — check LG.com or Best Buy
- −webOS still carries ads on the home screen
- −Not sold on Amazon in any size — LG routes the G-series flagship through LG.com, Best Buy and specialist AV dealers, so there is no Amazon listing to link to
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FAQs
Is the Samsung QN990F or LG G6 better overall?+
Based on our 8-category scoring, the LG G6 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 Samsung QN990F or the LG G6?+
The LG G6 scores higher on Value (6.8/10 vs 4.5/10) — performance and features relative to price.
Which is better for Gaming Features, the Samsung QN990F or the LG G6?+
The LG G6 scores higher on Gaming Features (9.5/10 vs 8.0/10) — refresh rate, VRR, input lag, and console support.
Which is better for Design & Build, the Samsung QN990F or the LG G6?+
The LG G6 scores higher on Design & Build (9.3/10 vs 8.8/10) — panel thinness, bezels, stand/mount options, and finish.
Which is better for Connectivity, the Samsung QN990F or the LG G6?+
The LG G6 scores higher on Connectivity (9.5/10 vs 9.0/10) — HDMI 2.1 port count and other I/O for consoles and soundbars.
Is the Samsung QN990F worth the price difference over the LG G6?+
The LG G6 is the cheaper option at $2,799.99 versus $5,499.99. 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 Samsung QN990F is the better fit if you mainly care about home-theater or flagship. The LG G6 is the better fit for gaming.
What's the warranty on the Samsung QN990F vs the LG G6?+
The Samsung QN990F ships with a 12-month warranty; the LG G6 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.
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