When shopping for TVs & display panels, the main decision is whether a richer feature package is worth a much higher listed price-or whether a straightforward smart-TV setup is enough. Samsung's S90F and LG's A1 approach that choice differently: one emphasizes AI, motion, and connected hubs, while the other keeps the brief centered on everyday smart functions.
Quick verdict
Choose the Samsung QN65S90FA S90F if you want a feature-led home theater TV with AI-enhanced picture and sound and Gaming Hub. Choose the LG OLED65A1PUA if the lower listed price and Netflix access are the priority. The deciding tradeoff is Samsung's broader feature set versus LG's simpler brief, with the different condition labels also worth factoring into the choice.
At a glance
| Comparison point | Samsung QN65S90FA S90F | LG OLED65A1PUA |
|---|---|---|
| Listed price | USD 989.00 | USD 310.00 |
| Screen technology and maximum resolution | OLED; 2160p (4K) | OLED; 2160p (4K) |
| Condition | Open box | Used |
| Audio/video inputs | Bluetooth, Coaxial F, optical TOSLINK, Ethernet, HDMI, USB | HDMI, USB 2.0 |
Where each TV wins
Samsung S90F wins when feature breadth is the buying reason. Its named picture package includes OLED HDR+, 4K upscaling, and Motion Xcelerator 144Hz, while Gaming Hub and SmartThings Hub add connected-TV functions. The $679 price spread over LG is easier to justify when one or more of those additions is central to your home theater or gaming setup.
LG A1 wins when the lower listed price is the priority. The $679 spread makes it the lower-price direction, while its smart-TV format keeps the choice focused on everyday viewing. The used condition is a different starting point from Samsung's open-box condition, so the lower price and condition should be weighed together rather than treated as separate details.
Product notes
Samsung QN65S90FA S90F
The Samsung QN65S90FA S90F suits shoppers building a feature-led home theater TV around more than basic streaming. Its named additions include Pantone Validated color accuracy, anti-glare, a wide view angle, Voice Search, a remote control, and a built-in SmartThings Hub. Those attributes give it a concrete reason to choose when viewing position, glare, or connected-device control matters. The limitation is the open-box condition, and the USD 989.00 listed price makes the purchase a deliberate feature choice. If your setup does not call for those additions, paying for a broader feature package may be unnecessary.
LG OLED65A1PUA
The LG OLED65A1PUA is the straightforward pick for shoppers who want everyday smart functions in a large-screen television. Wi-Fi readiness, built-in speakers, and Game Mode give it a concrete use case for everyday viewing and casual console play. The limitation is the used condition; it comes with the original remote and no box. Its connection details are HDMI and USB 2.0, so connection planning is part of the choice. Choose LG when those familiar functions and the lower listed price matter more than Samsung's added picture and hub features for your setup.
Final choice by use case
- For viewing flexibility: Choose Samsung S90F for its Pantone Validated color accuracy, anti-glare, wide view angle, and Voice Search.
- For everyday smart-TV use: Choose LG A1 for its Wi-Fi readiness, built-in speakers, and Game Mode.
- For connection flexibility: Choose Samsung S90F if Bluetooth, coaxial F, optical TOSLINK, Ethernet, HDMI, and USB match your setup.
- For the lower-price route: Choose LG A1 when the $679 spread is the deciding difference and its used condition fits your priorities.
The bottom line is clear: Samsung S90F is the feature-led choice, while LG A1 is the simpler route when price and everyday smart functions lead the decision.
