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- 1 First Impressions
- 2 Introduce
- 3 System
- 4 Display
- 5 Audio
- 6 Features
- 7 Connectivity
- 8 User Feedback
First Impressions
The Samsung QN900D has a nice premium design. It has very thin bezels with a sleek metallic stand, making the TV look quite nice overall.From the back, the TV looks very similar to other premium Samsung TVs, like theSamsung QN900C 8k QLEDand theSamsung S95D OLED. It uses Samsung's One Connect Box, so only one cable goes into the TV, and you can place the box anywhere you want, giving you many options when it comes to cable management. This also means that there a no clips or channels for cables on the back of the TV forcable management, as most of the cables come out of the One Connect Box itself.
The Samsung QN900D has excellent build quality overall and is an improvement over theSamsung QN900C 8k QLED. Its not perfect, however, as theres noticeable wobble when pushed, but it settles quickly. Just like the QN900C, the back panel doesnt seem to be properly attached to the TV, and theres noticeable flex in the corners where thespeaker grillsare. Still, none of these will cause any issues in practice.
Introduce
| Parameter | Samsung QN800D |
|---|---|
Picture |  |
Reference Price | $2597.99 |
Model Year | 2024 |
Specific Uses | gaming |
Built-In Media | User Manual, Power Cable, Remote |
Highlight | • Display Size: 65-inch • Resolution: 7680 x 4320 (8K) • Processor: NQ8 AI Gen2 Processor • Audio Technology: Dolby Atmos, Object Tracking Sound+ • Operating System: Samsung Tizen OS • Smart Features: Voice control, access to streaming services |
System
| Parameter | Samsung QN800D |
|---|---|
Operating System | Samsung Tizen |
Internet Applications | Netflix, HBO Max, Prime Video, Alexa, hulu, Google Assistant, Disney+, Apple TV, YouTube, Web Browser |
Remote Control | Bluetooth |
Controller Type | Voice Control |
Control Method | Remote |
System Experience | The Samsung QN900D offers a smooth and user-friendly experience with its 2024 Tizen OS, featuring a wide array of apps that facilitate easy access to favorite content. However, it does encounter a notable issue with input labeling, where switching from PC mode can lead to being stuck in that mode, limiting functionality until a workaround is applied. Additionally, while users can disable targeted ads, the presence of ads throughout the interface may be a drawback for some. Overall, the TV excels in app selection and usability, but it has some quirks that may affect the viewing experience. |
Display
| Parameter | Samsung QN800D |
|---|---|
Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
Display Technology | QLED |
Screen Finish | Flat |
Resolution | 8K |
Refresh Rate | 120 Hz |
HDR Format | [YES] |
Backlight Technology | Mini-LED |
Backlight Setting | [MO] |
Backlight Configuration | Direct-Lit |
Motion Enhancement | Motion Xcelerator 165Hz |
Viewing Experience | The Samsung QN900D has fantastic contrast with local dimming on High. The TV's native contrast ratio is inadequate, but its effective local dimming feature provides very deep blacks in a dark room, and they stay deep when bright highlights are also on screen. The TV has very good blooming performance, but there's some noticeable blooming around bright objects and subtitles when displayed against a black background. The TV has decent lighting zone transitions. Unfortunately, the leading edge of bright highlights when they quickly move across the screen is visibly dimmer, and there's very noticeable haloing. The Samsung QN900D has a great color gamut. It has fantastic coverage of the commonly used DCI-P3 color space, but most colors are a bit undersaturated. The TV has okay coverage of the less common Rec. 2020 color space, but highly saturated greens and cyans are inaccurate and very undersaturated; other colors are also off the mark. The Samsung QN900D has good gray uniformity. The corners of the screen are a bit darker than the center, but its slight. Theres also some dirty screen effect towards the middle of the screen with large areas of uniform color. On a very dark or near-black screen, its uniformity is excellent, but the edges are a bit brighter than the center. With local dimming enabled, the TV has fantastic black uniformity, and there's no noticeable clouding. Blacks are deep and uniform across the screen, with only a bit of blooming around bright objects on a dark background. The Samsung QN900D has an okay viewing angle. As you move off-center color shifting, color washout, and raised blacks occur. This makes it a generally poor choice for a wide seating arrangement, although it's alright overall for an LED TV. The TV has excellent reflection handling. Its glossy coating significantly reduces the intensity of direct reflections, so glare isnt too noticeable in a bright room. Unfortunately, theres rainbow smear across the screen, which is noticeable even with lights that aren't directly opposite the TV, like overhead lights. The TV uses a BGR (Blue-Green-Red) subpixel layout instead of the traditional RGB layout. For video or gaming content, this doesnt cause any issues, but for PC monitor use, it can be a problem as it impacts thetext clarity, although not everyone notices this.The TV uses quantum dot color converters to produce red and green light, as confirmed by the TVsspectral power distribution (SPD). |
Audio
| Parameter | Samsung QN800D |
|---|---|
Audio Output | Dolby Atmos, Object Tracking Sound+ |
Audio Input | HDMI |
Speaker Description | Built-in Speaker |
Audio Experience | Overall Impression: The Samsung QN900D offers a well-balanced sound profile with clear dialogue, making it suitable for everyday viewing. While it lacks substantial bass and experiences some distortion at maximum volume, it maintains satisfactory audio performance at moderate levels and delivers decent loudness. |
Features
| Parameter | Samsung QN800D |
|---|---|
Tuner Type | ATSC |
D x W x H | 10.5"D x 56.8"W x 35.4"H |
Mount Standard | 400 x 300 mm |
Line Voltage | 110 VAC 60 Hz |
Other Features | Built-In Speaker, Ultra Viewing Angle, AI Motion Enhancer, Film Mode, Neo Quantum HDR 8K+, Works with Google Assistant and Alexa, Motion Xcelerator 165Hz, Gaming Hub, Quantum Matrix Technology Pro |
Motion Smoothing | The Samsung QN900D TV presents a mixed overall impression. While it excels in response time for fast-moving content, resulting in minimal blur, it struggles with dark transitions, leading to noticeable black smearing. The low-quality content smoothing feature is only mediocre, providing some improvement for low-bitrate content but lacking in detail preservation. Flicker is a significant concern due to the use of PWM for backlight dimming, with varying flicker frequencies across different picture modes that may affect sensitive viewers. The optional motion interpolation feature enhances clarity in slower scenes but falls short in fast-moving scenarios, resulting in distracting artifacts. Overall, the TV combines strong performance in certain areas with notable weaknesses that could impact the viewing experience. |
Connectivity
| Parameter | Samsung QN800D |
|---|---|
Connectivity Technology | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, USB, Ethernet, HDMI |
Bluetooth Version | 5.0 |
Wireless Technology | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Usb Ports | 4 |
HDMI Ports | 4 |
Connector Type | USB, HDMI |
Signal Format | digital |
Sharing Direction | Mobile to TV |
Connecting TV | This TV has incredibly low input lag when set intoGame Mode, which ensures a very responsive gaming experience with very little delay between your actions with your controller or mouse and the action on-screen. The TV doesn't support 144Hz, but it does support 240Hz at 4k through Display Stream Compression (DSC) technology, as well as 1080p @ 240Hz. The input lag at 240Hz is 5.1ms. The TV is fully compatible with everything the PS5 offers, like 1440p @ 120Hz and 4k @ 120Hz, as well as HDMI Forum VRR. It also supports Auto Low Latency Mode, so you don't have to worry about manually switching toGame Modeto get the lowest input lag. The Samsung QN900D has HDMI 2.1 bandwidth on all four of its ports, which is great for connecting several devices that support 4k @ 120Hz or 240Hz. Due to the TVs One Connect box, the HDMI ports are limited to 40Gbps instead of the normal 48Gbps found on other HDMI 2.1 bandwidth ports, but this wont cause any issues with any current source. The TV has eARC support, which allows it to pass uncompressed high-quality audio from a connected source to your home theater system or soundbar. Unfortunately, it doesn't support any DTS formats commonly used on Blu-rays. |
User Feedback
Pros:• Stunning picture quality with Neo QLED 8K resolution
• Large 85-inch screen enhances viewing experience
• Compatible with Xbox One and PC for gaming
Cons:
• High price point ($3,400) for a TV
• Fragile construction that may lead to issues
• Lack of warranty options available for peace of mind
• Poor customer support experience from Samsung
• Compatibility issues with certain TV services like Verizon Fios
Overall Impression:
The Samsung 85-Inch Neo QLED 8K TV offers stunning visuals and an immersive viewing experience, making it a standout choice for movie enthusiasts and gamers alike. However, its high price, fragility, and disappointing customer support can overshadow its impressive features. Potential buyers should weigh these factors carefully, particularly the risk of encountering issues without adequate support.
