50-Inch SAMSUNG Q60C vs Q60D vs Q80C vs Q80D vs QN90C vs QN90D QLED Smart TV: What are the differences?

Introduce​

Parameter	SAMSUNG Q60C TV​	SAMSUNG Q60D TV​	SAMSUNG Q80C TV​	SAMSUNG Q80D TV​	SAMSUNG QN90C TV​	SAMSUNG QN90D TV​
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Price​	$517.95​	$477.99​	$727.95​	$747.99​	$1147.95​	$1197.99​
Model Year​	2023​	2024​	2023​	2024​	2023​	2024​
Specific Uses​	home viewing​	Entertainment​	home entertainment, gaming​	Entertainment​	Home Entertainment​	Home Entertainment​
Highlight​	100% Color Volume w/ Quantum Dot: Billion shades of color, vivid and lifelike at any brightness level Quantum Processor Lite w/ 4K Upscaling: 4K optimization, enhanced clarity, and depth with automatic upscaling Dual LED: Warm and cool backlights for balanced colors and stronger contrast Quantum HDR: Deep blacks, impressive contrast, refined picture quality to match the creator's vision Motion Xcelerator: Smooth motion, improved clarity, and crisp details for fast-moving content Object Tracking Sound Lite: 3D surround sound with virtual top-channel audio following on-screen movement Q-Symphony 3.0: TV speakers and Q-Series/S-Series soundbar work together for optimized sound Samsung Gaming Hub: Centralized access to console games, streaming games, recommendations, settings, and more	Dual LED: Natural, realistic picture with adaptive contrast for different content 100% Color Volume w/ Quantum Dot: Over a billion beautiful shades with true color at any brightness level Quantum Processor Lite w/ 4K Upscaling: Automatically transforms content to 4K with enhanced visuals and audio Motion Xcelerator: Smooth content with less lag and blur, seamless picture quality Object Tracking Sound Lite: 3D surround sound with virtual top-channel audio following on-screen movement Quantum HDR: Vibrant color, contrast, and detail for powerful imagery AirSlim: Slim design that blends into the wall, minimalistic and clutter-free Pantone Validated: Color accuracy validated by Pantone, delivering real-life color fidelity Gaming Hub: Stream games directly from the TV, no console required, with personalized game recommendations	Direct Full Array: Precision-controlled contrast with deep blacks and bright whites using super precise LEDs Neural Quantum Processor w/ 4K Upscaling: AI-powered processor transforms content to sharp 4K resolution Quantum HDR: Rich details and immersive colors with enhanced scene analysis Dolby Atmos & Object Tracking Sound Lite: 3D surround sound with virtual top-channel audio following on-screen movement 100% Color Volume w/ Quantum Dot: Billion shades of vivid, lifelike color at any brightness level Q-Symphony 3.0: TV and soundbar speakers work together for optimized audio Motion Xcelerator Turbo+ (4K @ 120Hz): Seamless gaming action with up to 120Hz and smooth visuals Samsung Gaming Hub: Centralized access to console games, streaming games, apps, and recommendations	Direct Full Array: Precision-controlled contrast with deep blacks and bright whites, even in sunlit rooms 100% Color Volume w/ Quantum Dot: Over a billion beautiful shades of color at any brightness level Quantum HDR+: Enhanced contrast and brightness for rich color and striking details Motion Xcelerator 120Hz: Smooth action and crisp visuals at 120 frames per second for a seamless picture Real Depth Enhancer: Increased foreground contrast for enhanced depth and dimension 4K AI Upscaling: Instant transformation of content into sharp 4K resolution for any type of media NQ4 AI Gen 2 Processor: AI-powered processor improving picture, sound, and upscaling using 20 specialized networks	Quantum Matrix w/ Mini LEDs: Ultra-precise Quantum Mini LEDs control light zones for sensational color and contrast Neo Quantum HDR+: Vivid color, stellar brightness, and sensational contrast, delivering HDR content as the director intended Neural Quantum Processor w/ 4K Upscaling: AI-powered processor upscales content to sharp 4K resolution, scene by scene Anti-Glare w/ Ultra Viewing Angle: Consistent 8K picture with pristine color at any angle and in any light Q-Symphony 3.0: TV and soundbar speakers work together for optimized, orchestrated sound Motion Xcelerator Turbo+ (4K @ 120Hz): Smooth 4K visuals with 120Hz for seamless action and lag-free gaming	Quantum Matrix w/ Mini LEDs: Precise lighting from Mini LEDs boosts brightness, ensuring details are visible from dark to bright scenes Neo Quantum HDR+: Vivid color, sensational contrast, and bright HDR visuals, bringing the director's vision to life Motion Xcelerator 144Hz: Smooth motion with no lag or blur, providing seamless action and crisp visuals at 144Hz Real Depth Enhancer Pro: Enhances depth and dimension for a lifelike 3D picture, adjusting focal points in every frame 4K AI Upscaling: Transforms HD content to sharp 4K resolution with AI-powered, scene-by-scene enhancement NQ4 AI Gen2 Processor: AI-powered processor driving intuitive Smart TV Hub, Dolby Atmos sound, and expert 4K upscaling

Side-by-Side Comparison​

System​

Parameter	SAMSUNG Q60C TV​	SAMSUNG Q60D TV​	SAMSUNG Q80C TV​	SAMSUNG Q80D TV​	SAMSUNG QN90C TV​	SAMSUNG QN90D TV​
Operating System​	Tizen​	Samsung Tizen​	Tizen​	Samsung Tizen​	Tizen​	Samsung Tizen​
Internet Applications​	Apple TV+, Samsung TV Plus, Netflix, YouTube, Prime Video, Disney+, Hulu, Xbox, Nvidia GeForce NOW, ESPN and Max​	Netflix, HBO Max, Prime Video, Alexa, hulu, Google Assistant, Disney+, Apple TV, YouTube, Web Browser​	Apple TV+, Samsung TV Plus, Netflix, YouTube, Prime Video, Disney+, Hulu, Xbox, Nvidia GeForce NOW, ESPN and Max​	Netflix, HBO Max, Prime Video, Alexa, hulu, Google Assistant, Disney+, Apple TV, YouTube, Web Browser​	Apple TV+, Samsung TV Plus, Netflix, YouTube, Prime Video, Disney+, Hulu, Xbox, Nvidia GeForce NOW, ESPN and Max​	Netflix, HBO Max, Prime Video, Alexa, hulu, Google Assistant, Disney+, Apple TV, YouTube, Web Browser​
Remote Control​	Bluetooth​	Bluetooth​	Bluetooth​	Bluetooth​	Bluetooth​	Bluetooth​
Controller Type​	Voice Control​	Remote Control​	Remote Control​	Remote Control​	Touch Control​	Voice Control, Touch Control​

Display​

Parameter	SAMSUNG Q60C TV​	SAMSUNG Q60D TV​	SAMSUNG Q80C TV​	SAMSUNG Q80D TV​	SAMSUNG QN90C TV​	SAMSUNG QN90D TV​
Aspect Ratio​	16:9​	16:9​	16:9​	16:9​	16:9​	-​
Display Technology​	QLED​	QLED​	QLED​	QLED​	QLED​	QLED​
Screen Finish​	Flat​	Flat​	Flat​	Flat​	Flat​	Flat​
Has Color Screen​	-​	Yes​	-​	Yes​	-​	-​
Resolution​	4K​	4K​	4K​	4K​	4K​	4K​
Refresh Rate​	60 Hz​	60 Hz​	60 Hz​	60 Hz​	120 Hz​	120 Hz​
Response Time​	-​	-​	-​	-​	-​	-​
HDR Format Supported​	HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision​	HDR10​	-​	HDR10+​	HDR10+​	-​
Maximum Display Brightness​	-​	-​	-​	-​	-​	-​
Display Backlight​	LED​	LED​	-​	LED​	-​	-​
Display Backlight Setting​	Adjustable​	Supreme UHD Dimming​	-​	Supreme UHD Dimming​	-​	-​
Picture Quality Enhancement​	Quantum HDR​	[QUANTUM PROCESSOR LITE with 4K UPSCALING, MOTION XCELERATOR]​	Quantum HDR+​	NQ4 AI Gen2 Processor​	Neo Quantum HDR+ and Quantum Matrix with Mini LEDs​	Quantum Matrix and Neo Quantum HDR+​
Motion Enhancement​	Motion Xcelerator​	Motion Xcelerator​	Motion Xcelerator Turbo+​	Motion Xcelerator​	Motion Xcelerator Turbo+ (4K @120Hz)​	Motion Xcelerator 144Hz​

Audio​

Parameter	SAMSUNG Q60C TV​	SAMSUNG Q60D TV​	SAMSUNG Q80C TV​	SAMSUNG Q80D TV​	SAMSUNG QN90C TV​	SAMSUNG QN90D TV​
Number of Audio Channels​	2​	-​	2.2​	2.2​	2.2​	-​
Audio Output Mode​	Surround​	-​	Surround​	Stereo, Dolby Atmos​	Surround​	[INSUFFICIENT_DETAILS]​
Audio Input​	HDMI, USB​	HDMI​	HDMI​	HDMI​	HDMI, USB​	HDMI​
Speaker Description​	Object Tracking Sound Lite, Q-Symphony 3.0​	2CH​	Dolby Atmos, Object Tracking Sound Lite, compatible with Q-Symphony 3.0 Samsung soundbars​	2.2CH​	Dolby Atmos, Object Tracking Sound+"​	Built-In Speaker​

Connectivity​

Parameter	SAMSUNG Q60C TV​	SAMSUNG Q60D TV​	SAMSUNG Q80C TV​	SAMSUNG Q80D TV​	SAMSUNG QN90C TV​	SAMSUNG QN90D TV​
Connectivity Technology​	Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, USB, Ethernet, HDMI​	Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, USB, Ethernet, HDMI​	Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, USB, Ethernet, HDMI​	Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, USB, Ethernet, HDMI​	Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, USB, Ethernet, HDMI​	Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, USB, Ethernet, HDMI​
Bluetooth Version​	-​	5.2​	-​	5.2​	-​	-​
Screen Mirroring​	Google Cast​	-​	Wi-Fi Direct​	Miracast​	-​	Google Cast, Miracast​
Total Usb Ports​	2​	2​	2​	2​	2​	2​
Number of HDMI Ports​	3​	3​	4​	4​	4​	4​
Connector Type​	USB, HDMI​	USB, HDMI​	USB, HDMI​	HDMI​	USB, HDMI​	USB, HDMI​
Signal Format​	digital​	-​	digital​	digital​	digital​	digital​

Features​

Parameter	SAMSUNG Q60C TV​	SAMSUNG Q60D TV​	SAMSUNG Q80C TV​	SAMSUNG Q80D TV​	SAMSUNG QN90C TV​	SAMSUNG QN90D TV​
Video Encoding​	HEVC​	-​	HEVC (H.265)​	-​	H.265/HEVC​	HEVC (H.265) or VP9​
Compatible Devices​	Laptops, Desktops, Smartphones, Tablets, Gaming Consoles, Home Theater Devices, Streaming Service Devices​	Smartphone​	Laptops, Desktops, Gaming Consoles, Tablets, Cellphones​	Smartphone​	-​	Speaker, Gaming Console, Smartphone, Tablet, Laptop, Desktop​
Tuner Type​	ATSC​	ATSC/Clear QAM​	ATSC​	ATSC/ClearQAM​	ATSC​	ATSC​
Noteworthy Features​	100% Color Volume with Quantum Dot; Quantum Processor Lite 4K; Dual LED; Quantum HDR, Contrast Enhancer; HDR10+; Works with Google Assistant and Alexa​	Built-In Speaker, Supreme UHD Dimming, 4K Upscaling, Quantum HDR, Dual LED, Works with Google Assistant and Alexa, Gaming Hub, Quantum Processor Lite 4K, 100% Color Volume​	Dolby Atmos and Object Tracking Sound Lite; 100% Color Volume; Works with Google Assistant and Alexa, Direct Full Array; Neural Quantum Processor with 4K Upscaling; Quantum HDR+​	Built-In Speaker, 4K AI Upscaling, Direct Full Array, Wide Viewing Angle, Works with Google Assistant and Alexa, Motion Xcelerator 120Hz, Gaming Hub, NQ4 AI Gen2 Processor​	100% Color Volume; Motion Xcelerator Turbo+; Filmmaker Mode; Works with Google Assistant and Alexa, Quantum Matrix with Mini LEDs; Neo Quantum HDR+; Neural Quantum Processor 4K; Anti-Glare with Ultra Viewing Angle​	Built-In Speaker, Film Mode, Wide Viewing Angle, Motion Xcelerator 144Hz, Works with Google Assistant and Alexa, Quantum Matrix Technology, Neo Quantum HDR, Gaming Hub​

Measurements​

Parameter	SAMSUNG Q60C TV​	SAMSUNG Q60D TV​	SAMSUNG Q80C TV​	SAMSUNG Q80D TV​	SAMSUNG QN90C TV​	SAMSUNG QN90D TV​
Dimensions D x W x H​	8.8"D x 44"W x 26.8"H​	8.8"D x 44"W x 26.8"H​	9.3"D x 43.9"W x 27.7"H​	9.3"D x 43.9"W x 27.8"H​	8.7"D x 43.8"W x 27.8"H​	8.7"D x 43.8"W x 27.8"H​
Item Weight​	26 Pounds​	26 Pounds​	40.1 Pounds​	40.1 Pounds​	38.8 Pounds​	38.8 Pounds​
Screen Size​	50 Inches​	50 Inches​	50 Inches​	50 Inches​	50 Inches​	50 Inches​

Conclusion​

Product	PROS AND CONS​
SAMSUNG Q60C TV​	PROS: Great Picture Quality: Clear and vibrant visuals with good HDR performance (Auto HDR with HDMI 2.1). Affordable: Excellent value for a 55-inch 4K TV. Easy Setup: Straightforward installation process. Dynamic HDR Switching: Auto-switching to HDR when content supports it, enhancing color and depth. Good Sound Bar Pairing: Works well with external sound systems like the Samsung B-series sound bar. CONS: Visible Image Quality Drop: A noticeable 20% decrease in image quality when switching from HDR to standard, especially on lower-quality content. User Interface Issues: The built-in interface can be cumbersome for users who rely on external devices (Apple TV, cable box) rather than the smart features.
SAMSUNG Q60D TV​	Pros: Excellent resolution and picture quality after adjustments. Easy to handle once set up. Solar-powered remote provides eco-friendly benefits. The ability to control the TV remotely and adjust settings for optimal picture quality. Cons: Setup takes a while, which could be inconvenient for some users. Tiny, difficult-to-manage remote control, especially for volume adjustments. Average picture quality out of the box, requiring adjustments. Below-average sound quality. Remote pairing process is unreliable and needs frequent retries.
SAMSUNG Q80C TV​	Pros: Excellent picture quality with vibrant, sharp colors, and great brightness, especially in bright rooms. Impressive QLED technology enhances overall display quality. Easy to navigate and quick performance. Remote recharges itself via light or USB and doesn't need direct line-of-sight to the TV, offering convenience. Works well with streaming boxes like Apple TV and performs well without picking up glare from windows. Voice activation feature adds extra convenience. Ideal size for a variety of room setups. Great sound for a flat panel, especially for music and ambiance. Cons: Sound quality can be poor for dialogue, as it favors ambiance over vocal clarity. Initial issues with the TV not working properly out of the box, leading to frustration with customer service (Amazon, Samsung, and third parties). Lengthy repair or replacement process, with some users having to resort to insurance claims.
SAMSUNG Q80D TV​	Pros: Excellent picture quality with vibrant colors and clarity, great for sports and gaming. Supports Alexa and can be used as a SmartThings hub, adding functionality. 4K resolution looks great both in daylight and at night. Easy setup and well-protected packaging for shipping. Sound quality is better than older TVs, suitable for various viewing experiences. Fast delivery with minimal setup required. No issues with screen quality or damage, even after shipping. Cons: Instructions for mounting the base are unclear, requiring external help (e.g., YouTube tutorials). Clunky user interface (UI), especially with the "hub" forcing interaction with multiple menus and advertisements. Difficult navigation for switching inputs, requiring several steps instead of a direct button press. The TV arrived with noticeable physical damage to the back of the box (boot marks), though the screen was unaffected. Small print on the instructions can be hard to read.
SAMSUNG QN90C TV​	Pros: Excellent picture quality, especially after fine-tuning settings to remove the "Soap-Opera Effect." Great for dual monitor setups, with 4K resolution at 144Hz support (43" and 50" models). Impressive viewing angles, providing a great experience whether watching TV or working. Picture-by-picture (PIP) feature is useful for multi-tasking and having multiple sources visible at once. Solar remote works well and includes a USB-C charging port for convenience. Easy setup with quick delivery and well-protected packaging. High build quality, durable design, and responsive interface. Supports higher refresh rates (144Hz), ideal for gaming and productivity. Cons: Initial setup can take time, especially with picture settings for optimal viewing. Requires enabling Input Signal Plus for higher refresh rates, which isn't automatically activated. Some compatibility issues with certain graphics cards (e.g., needed to reinstall drivers for 3070 TI). 4K at 120Hz doesn't perform as well as 4K at 144Hz in certain configurations. Haven't tested Alexa capabilities yet, which may be a feature to explore later.
SAMSUNG QN90D TV​	Pros: Great picture quality: Bright, sharp, and accurate in both dark and sunlit rooms. Reflective surfaces are minimized thanks to excellent glare reduction, making it ideal for bright environments. Syncs well with other devices: Seamlessly integrates with Sonos surround sound and the Spectrum app, adding convenience for users. AI Optimization feature: Enhances the viewing experience by automatically adjusting settings for optimal performance. Versatile ambient mode: Functions like a "picture frame" TV when not in use, displaying photos from Google Photos or the TV itself. User-friendly setup: Easy to hook up and move, even for older users. Incredible glare reduction: Handles reflections well, even in extremely bright rooms with multiple light sources. Google TV compatibility: Works well with Google TV Streamer, and both remotes can control both devices. Cons: Limited picture adjustability: Difficult to fine-tune the picture settings to personal preference, particularly compared to more premium models. Frequent notifications and ads: Annoying pop-ups and attempts to sell Samsung services and content can disrupt the user experience. Inconsistent sound quality: While the sound range is impressive when working well, it can be inconsistent, particularly in transitions from highs to lows.