Should I buy the Samsung S90D or LG C4 OLED for hockey?

For hockey, the LG C4 is the safer pick for most people if you want a balanced, consistent viewing experience. The Samsung S90D can be the better choice if your room is bright and you want extra punch.

Quick take

1. Pick the LG C4 if you want an easy all-around TV for sports and regular viewing.
2. Pick the Samsung S90D if your room is bright and you want the brighter image.

Why

• Brightness: The S90D is generally brighter than the C4, which can help in a well-lit room and make the ice look more vivid.
• Hockey viewing: Both are very good for hockey because OLED contrast makes the white ice and dark uniforms look strong and clean.
• Uniformity: OLED TVs usually handle screen uniformity very well, which is helpful on hockey broadcasts where large white areas can reveal panel issues on cheaper TVs.

One caveat

Samsung’s S90D can vary by size/region, and some versions use WOLED instead of QD-OLED, which can reduce its advantage over the LG C4.

Bottom line: If you want the safest recommendation for hockey, go LG C4. If your room is bright and you want more brightness, go S90D.