Samsung Q6F (IPS) Review

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Maciej Koper

Paweł Koper

Last updated:

12/19/2025 4:05:49 PM

Samsung Q6F is a model that provides an entry into Samsung's QLED portfolio at a very low price. It’s an option for those who want better colours without spending a fortune on top models. In this review, we’ll take a close look at it and check why this model is so cheap and where the manufacturer had to save money to achieve such a price.

SAMSUNG Q6F - Our verdict

5.0

Overall rating

Samsung Q6F is a television that’s difficult to assess through the lens of typical QLED models. We must remember that this is a budget offering aimed at a very specific audience. If you’re looking for an inexpensive device with the logo of a well-known manufacturer that simply needs to work, display multimedia, and offer basic remote control with buttons – the Q6F could be an interesting option for you. It’s a great choice for seniors or anyone who needs a large screen “on the cheap” for everyday television, where its IPS panel and good viewing angles really make a difference. However, we must say it plainly: the biggest drawback of this model is its very low brightness and poor blacks. These are the two foundations on which image quality is built, and here they are simply very fragile. It’s definitely not a television we would recommend for watching HDR content – this format exists here in name only. Although the Q6F has a QLED filter and belongs to the Quantum Dot family, fully utilizing the potential of this technology is practically impossible, as the device is technically unsuitable for such content. We know it’s tempting with its very low price and may appeal to many people with modest expectations. However, you should know that the suffix “QLED” suggesting a premium product is, in this case, far from what Samsung has accustomed us to in recent years. It’s a ticket into the world of Samsung, but in a very basic version.

Advantages

Tizen System: Works quickly, doesn't lag and
Large app library (Netflix, YouTube, HBO, Disney)
IPS matrix provides a good picture even when you're not sitting directly in front
Great font readability – good as a large monitor for text work
Basic features for gamers: VRR and ALLM
Very low input lag
Senior-friendly remote: Classic layout with numeric buttons
Very attractive price

Disadvantages

Brightness of 250 nits is too low to feel any difference in HDR mode
Low contrast of the IPS panel ruins night movie sessions
Average brightness of 150 nits during the day makes it hard to see anything in a sunny room
No optical output
Infrared remote (requires aiming at the screen)

Movies and series in UHD quality

4.8
Classic TV, YouTube

4.7
Sports broadcasts (TV and apps)

4.9
Gaming on console

6.1
TV as a computer monitor

6.0
Watching in bright light

1.8
Utility functions

5.9
Apps

9.3
Sound quality

5.8

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SAMSUNG Q6F - TV appearance

HDMI inputs: 3 x HDMI 2.0, 0 x HDMI 2.1 Outputs: eARC (HDMI), ARC (HDMI) Network Interfaces: Wi-Fi 2.4GHz, Wi-Fi 5GHz, Ethernet (LAN) 100Mbps

Build quality: Average

Stand type: Legs

Bezel color: Graphite

Review Samsung Q6F (IPS) Appearance of the TV

Stand: Fixed

Flat design: No

Accessories: Stand

Visually, the Samsung Q6F looks almost identical to the models from the basic Crystal series, like the U8000F. It's a mid-range television, which in this case is not a drawback – from the front, it simply looks elegant. The bezels are slim, and although they are made of plastic, they don’t give a cheap impression. However, the entire device is quite thick compared to other QLED models. This is especially evident from the back, which protrudes significantly from the body of the television, making it difficult to hang it perfectly flat against the wall. The package also includes two plastic feet positioned at the extreme ends of the screen.

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SAMSUNG Q6F - Contrast and black detail

Viewing mode Game mode

1.9/10

Viewing mode Game mode

Local dimming function: No

Review Samsung Q6F (IPS) Contrast and black detail

Result

900:1

Result

1,000:1

Result

1,050:1

Result

1,050:1

Result

900:1

Visibility of details in the lights:

It’s clear here where the manufacturer decided to cut costs. The IPS panel used, despite the support of QLED technology, highlights issues with lack of depth in the image. Results at a level of 1000:1 speak for themselves – the black in this model unfortunately resembles grey. You can try to salvage the situation by turning on the lights in the room, and best of all, placing them directly behind the television, which can somewhat trick our eyes. However, no matter what, the contrast in the Q6F with the IPS panel is simply weak and this will be noticeable in dark scenes.

Halo effect and black detail visibility:

The video accurately shows differences in contrast and black levels between TVs, as well as potential issues: halo around bright objects or Mini-LED zone operation visible as brightness jumps.

SAMSUNG Q6F - HDR effect quality

Viewing mode Game mode

3/10

Viewing mode Game mode

Supported formats: HDR10, HDR10+ Color gamut coverage: DCI P3: 87.7%, Bt.2020: 65.7%

Luminance measurements in HDR:

Review Samsung Q6F (IPS) Brightness measurement

Result

202 nit

Result

152 nit

Result

247 nit

Result

93 nit

Result

256 nit

Unfortunately, the Samsung Q6F is a very dark model. Its peak brightness in HDR does not exceed 250 nits, which is definitely too low to even talk about any "high dynamic range" or HDR effect. In practice, it's better to stick to content in SDR format, which simply looks more predictable on this TV. Another issue is the global dimming technique – in scenes with a lot of black, the TV drastically dims the entire screen to artificially improve the black levels. This results in the image becoming even darker, with brightness sometimes dropping below 100 nits. The only consolation is the QLED technology, but even here it's average. The applied quantum dot layer is not of the highest quality, as the coverage of the DCI-P3 colour gamut does not exceed 90%. Because of this, colours in HDR content may simply appear unsaturated.

Scene from the movie “Pan” (about 2800 nits)

Scene from the movie “Billy Lynn” (about 1100 nits)

The photos show two HDR10 movies. 'Pan' is one of the brightest productions ever made, while 'Billy Lynn' (soldier) has brightness typical of streaming (Netflix, Prime, HBO MAX). Notice the intensity of effects and detail in whites.

As seen in our photos, the detail reproduction in HDR content on the Q6F model is far from perfect. Due to the very low brightness and the TV's very poor ability to adapt to specific scenes (tone mapping), the image often appears overly blown out in areas where it shouldn't – this is clearly visible in shots of sunrise or in very bright exposures, such as in the film "Billy Lynn." In some cheaper TVs, the situation is salvaged by effective tone mapping, which, despite low brightness, allows details in whites to be preserved. However, in the case of the Q6F, it is hard to speak of any effective adaptation.

HDR luminance chart:

HDR luminance

One might think: “Since the TV itself isn't handling the HDR10 signal too well, maybe the HDR10+ dynamic metadata format will rescue it and improve the situation?” Unfortunately, we don’t have good news on that front either. In practice, even with HDR10+ support, the Q6F shows no noticeable improvement in picture quality. It’s a shame, because over the past two years, this format has become much more available on streaming platforms. There was hope that it would help these cheaper models manage brightness better, but in the case of this TV, we were mistaken.

Static HDR10

Dynamic: HDR10+

The photos present the visibility of white details in various HDR formats. They do not show brightness differences between TVs (these can be compared in the previous gallery).

SAMSUNG Q6F - Smoothness of tonal transitions

9/10

Samsung Q6F handles the phenomenon of posterization very well. In most scenes, the colour transitions are smooth and there are no problematic "steps" when blending colours. Only in very extreme moments, particularly in scenes with brightness close to pure grey, can slight banding be noticed. However, to be honest, we personally found the issue of slight clouding (uneven backlighting) and the poor contrast of the IPS panel to be much more bothersome than the tonal transitions themselves.

Review Samsung Q6F (IPS) Smoothness of tonal transitions — These are selected scenes that show smooth tonal transitions from one color to another. If you see distinct banding, it’s the TV panel’s fault.

Image scaling and smoothness of tonal transitions

5/10

Smooth transition function

Image without overscan on the SD signal

The match photo shows how the TV smooths weak tonal transitions in low-quality video. The model photo shows how it handles upscaling of SD material.

Q6F handles upscaling lower resolution content to native 4K very well. The scaling is surprisingly good, even for such an inexpensive QLED model. The only downside is when watching very low-resolution materials like 576p (typical for old DVD players) – the image may appear slightly cropped. This is because the TV does not allow the option to turn off the Overscan feature, which is a common issue with Samsung devices.

The situation is completely different when it comes to digital processing, or the attempt to smooth the image of unwanted artifacts. Here, the TV completely fails. Although in the menu we find a feature called "Noise Reduction," it does not produce any noticeable results regardless of the slider setting. The only thing it seems to do is introduce undesirable errors into the image. Despite its presence in the system, we definitely do not recommend using it.

SAMSUNG Q6F - Blur and motion smoothness

4.6/10

Maximum refresh rate of the panel: 60Hz

Film motion smoothing option: Yes

Blur reduction option: No

BFI function 60Hz: Yes, 60Hz (image flickers)

Brightness drop with BFI: 49%

Review Samsung Q6F (IPS) Blur and motion smoothness — The photo presents the motion smoothing settings in the tested TV.

The 60 Hz panel in the Samsung Q6F is standard in this price range, making it a rather average model for dynamic sports or gaming. However, when it comes to movies, the TV performs quite well thanks to its smoothing feature. The "Motion Vibration Reduction" option allows you to adjust the motion smoothness to your own preferences – from preserving a cinematic feel to full smoothness.

Blur (native resolution, maximum refresh rate):

Blur (BFI function enabled):

Image flickers in this mode

When it comes to smearing, the Q6F has no major issues with it. Thanks to the use of an IPS panel, we won’t experience annoying ghosting, which often occurs in VA-type panels. Unfortunately, with very fast motion, the image becomes quite unclear due to low dynamic resolution. You can try to improve this aspect with the “Clear Motion (LED)” function, but in practice, we recommend against using it – it causes a drastic drop in what is already low brightness and noticeable doubling of the contours of moving objects.

SAMSUNG Q6F - Console compatibility and gaming features

4/10

ALLM: Yes
VRR: Yes
VRR range: 48 - 60Hz
Dolby Vision Game Mode: No
Correct implementation of HGIG: No
1080p@120Hz: No
1440p@120Hz: No
4K@120Hz: No
Game bar: No

We won’t beat around the bush – the Q6F is not a television designed with gamers in mind. While it does include features like ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode) and VRR frame syncing for consoles, that's pretty much where the list of advantages ends. Beyond these basics, the television offers nothing more that could satisfy those who spend a lot of time in front of a console. It's a real shame that a useful tool like Game Bar, which allows for quick control of game parameters in higher-end Samsung models, is missing here. In terms of gaming, this is an absolutely basic model and it will only suit 'casual' gamers.

SAMSUNG Q6F - Input lag

10/10

As a consolation for the modest list of features for gamers, it's worth mentioning that the Q6F has absolutely no issues with input lag. The response to the controller's movements is immediate, and the television does not introduce any additional delay regardless of the resolution we are currently playing in. In this respect, the control is very precise and comfortable, which is a big plus in this class of equipment.

SDR	HDR	Dolby Vision
1080p60: 11 ms	2160p60: 11 ms
2160p60: 11 ms

SAMSUNG Q6F - Compatibility with PC

6/10

Chroma 444 (maximum resolution and refresh rate): Yes

Font clarity: Very Good

Readability of dark text and shapes: Very Good

Input lag in PC mode (4K, maximum refresh rate): 11ms

Matrix subpixel arrangement: BGR

Max refresh rate: 60Hz

G-Sync: No

The photo shows the legibility of small fonts. Ideally, lines should be the same thickness on both light and dark text, with minimal pixel gaps.

Although the Q6F isn't a screen designed specifically for PC gaming, it deserves praise for how well it handles font display. As a monitor for text work, browsing websites, or daily news reading, the television performs exceptionally well. The readability of text is at a very high level, thanks to the proper implementation of the Chroma 4:4:4 signal and the use of an IPS panel. If you're looking for a cheap, large screen for office work, the Q6F holds up really well in this regard. Especially since Samsung offers very good integration with the Windows system and built-in Microsoft Office tools.

SAMSUNG Q6F - Viewing angles

5.6/10

Brightness drop at an angle of 45 degrees: 78%

The viewing angles are one of the better aspects of the Q6F model, which is directly attributed to the use of an IPS matrix. They are much better than in televisions based on VA panel technology. As a result, the image viewed at an angle remains clear and does not become "washed out" or faded. However, it is worth noting that while the colours look really good, the drop in brightness at a greater angle is already quite noticeable. Nonetheless, this is a solid result for those who don't always sit directly in front of the screen.

SAMSUNG Q6F - Daytime performance

1.8/10

Panel finish: Satin

Reflection suppression: Average

Black levels during daytime: Good

What more can I say – aside from the satin finish of the panel, which barely reduces reflections, the Q6F is dark enough that it’s not suitable even for moderately lit rooms. A brightness of around 150 nits is simply astronomically low by today’s standards. With such a result, any larger light source in the room will make the image hard to read. This is definitely not a model for a sunlit living room.

Panel brightness

Average luminance SDR

Samsung Q6F (IPS): 125 cd/m2

SAMSUNG Q6F - TV features

5.9/10

System: Tizen

System performance: Decent

HDMI inputs: 3 x HDMI 2.0, 0 x HDMI 2.1
Outputs: eARC (HDMI), ARC (HDMI)

Network Interfaces: Wi-Fi 2.4GHz, Wi-Fi 5GHz, Ethernet (LAN) 100Mbps
TV reception: DVB-T, DVB-T2, DVB-S, DVB-S2, DVB-C

Classic features:

Recording to USB (terrestrial TV): No
Recording programming: No
Picture in Picture (PiP): No
RF remote control (no need to aim at the screen): Infrared
Backlit remote control: No
Teletext: Yes
Audio only mode: Yes
Bluetooth headphones support: Yes
Simultaneous Bluetooth headphones & TV audio: Yes

Smart features:

AirPlay: Yes
Screen mirroring (Windows Miracast): Yes
Voice search: No
Voice search in native language: No
Ability to connect a keyboard and mouse: Yes

It’s really great that Samsung TVs – even the most budget-friendly ones – the Tizen system simply doesn’t slow down. The speed of operation isn’t quite on par with the most expensive models, but it’s definitely better than Google TV at a similar price. Thanks to Tizen, we have access to a truly vast library of apps, AirPlay, and other Smart TV features.

It’s worth noting that the remote control included with the Q6F is an older yet somewhat modernised version of the classic Samsung infrared controller, equipped with a full numeric keypad. Although it works via infrared, it has plenty of buttons, which might appeal to older users who watch traditional television – it simply makes channel switching easier. We also find a clear EPG interface, teletext, and support for Bluetooth headphones. It sounds a bit like a senior's dream come true, and there’s definitely something to that.

However, we must note a serious shortcoming regarding connections: this model lacks an optical output for audio devices. The only option available is an HDMI eARC connection, which could be a significant hassle if we have an external audio system.

Sound connection options

HDMI audio:

eARC (HDMI), ARC (HDMI)

Other audio outputs:

Wireless audio:

Bluetooth: Yes
Samsung Q-Symphony (Speaker extension): Yes

Supported audio formats (external HDMI eARC audio):

Dolby Digital Plus 7.1: Yes
Dolby True HD 7.1: No
Dolby Atmos in Dolby Digital Plus (JOC): Yes
Dolby Atmos in Dolby True HD: No
DTS:X in DTS-HD MA: No
DTS-HD Master Audio: No

Senior accessibility

Numeric keyboard on TV: Yes
Font size adjustment: Yes
Audio description: Yes

SAMSUNG Q6F - Apps

9.3/10

SAMSUNG Q6F - Playing files from USB

Video Photos Audio

9.3/10

Video Photos Audio

Maximum photo resolution:	Supported photo formats:
4 Mpix	JPEG
6 Mpix	HEIC
8 Mpix	PNG
10 Mpix	GIF
12 Mpix	WebP
16 Mpix	TIFF
20 Mpix	BMP
24 Mpix	SVG
28 Mpix
32 Mpix

When it comes to handling multimedia from external sources, the Samsung Q6F performs exceptionally well, especially considering that we are dealing with a closed system. The TV has no issues with most popular video, audio, or image formats (EVEN HEIC!). The media player operates steadily and quickly loads the contents of USB drives or network servers. It's a solid device for browsing your own film archives or home photo galleries.

SAMSUNG Q6F - Sound

5.8/10

Maximum volume

Supported codecs

(TV speakers)

Dolby Digital Plus 7.1

Dolby True HD 7.1

Dolby Atmos in Dolby Digital Plus (JOC)

Dolby Atmos in Dolby True HD

DTS:X in DTS-HD MA

DTS-HD Master Audio

When it comes to sound, the Samsung Q6F plays... well, flat. However, the sound is clear and loud enough that it's perfectly suitable for watching news or regular television. The voices of the presenters are understandable and don't get lost in the background. However, if someone values even decent experiences when watching films, we definitely recommend purchasing a soundbar. Even the cheapest model from the Korean manufacturer's range will make a huge difference and save the situation.

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