- Matching (Score)
- Our verdict
- Competing TVs
- TV appearance
- Where to buy
- Contrast and black detail
- HDR effect quality
- Factory color reproduction
- Color reproduction after calibration
- Smoothness of tonal transitions
- Image scaling and smoothness of tonal transitions
- Blur and motion smoothness
- Console compatibility and gaming features
- Input lag
- Compatibility with PC
- Viewing angles
- TV efficiency during daytime
- TV features
- Apps
- Playing files from USB
- Sound
- Details about the matrix
Samsung QN90F / QN92F Review
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Panel type: LCD VA Refresh rate: 165Hz Brand: SAMSUNG Resolution: 3840x2160 System: Tizen Model year: 2025
The Samsung QN92F is currently the top representative of the NeoQLED 4K series for 2025. This year's innovation is a matte coating on the panel, which is supposed to handle reflections better in bright rooms. Apart from that, we won't find significant hardware changes compared to last year's QN90D – the difference is mainly in the refined AI NQ series processor. Will such an evolution be enough to feel a real improvement in picture quality? Let's find out!
SAMSUNG QN90F - Our verdict
7.9
Overall rating
Samsung QN90F is a television that demonstrates how maturely miniLED technology can be developed in many respects. We have excellent contrast and black levels, very high HDR brightness that works well for both movies and games, and a matte screen that makes a significant difference in everyday use. It is precisely this feature that makes the QN90F one of the best TVs for watching in sunny living rooms – reflections and glare practically disappear, and the picture remains clear and readable. Gamers, on the other hand, are provided with all the essential features, very low input lag, and a unique Game Motion Plus mode, which continues to be Samsung’s strong advantage over the competition. In addition, there is a fast Tizen system, high-level smart functions, and quite pleasant sound that can be enhanced with a soundbar as part of Q-Symphony. However, it wasn’t without compromises. Samsung decided to forego a wide-viewing angle coating – and while the matte screen performs excellently during the day, a noticeable drop in brightness and colour intensity can be seen at wider angles. It’s also a shame that with software updates, HGiG support has disappeared, which could be a significant downside for demanding gamers. Despite these comments, the QN90F remains one of the best, if not the best, 4K miniLED TVs you can currently buy. It’s a model that combines excellent picture parameters, high functionality, and modern design, while also being exceptionally practical for everyday use. If someone is looking for a TV for a bright living room that can handle movies, sports, and games alike – it’s hard to find a better choice today.
Advantages
Very good contrast and black levels
Amazing HDR brightness in films
Very good TV performance during the day thanks to the matte panel and high brightness
High motion fluidity – up to 165 Hz in PC mode
Low input lag
Plenty of features for gamers, including the proprietary gaming smoother Game Motion Plus
High susceptibility to picture calibration
Smooth Tizen operating system with smart home (IoT) features
Pleasant sound with noticeable bass despite the slim design
Modern design
Disadvantages
Worse viewing angles compared to its predecessor QN90D.
No DTS sound for Blu-ray home cinemas.
No HGiG feature*
*We hope this issue will be resolved quickly. We are monitoring the situation closely.
Movies and series in UHD quality7.8
Classic TV, YouTube7.6
Sports broadcasts (TV and apps)7.3
Gaming on console8.8
TV as a computer monitor8.8
Watching in bright light7.2
Utility functions7.7
Apps8.7
Sound quality7.8
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SAMSUNG QN90F - Competing TVs in this price range
SAMSUNG QN90F - TV appearance
HDMI inputs: 0 x HDMI 2.0, 4 x HDMI 2.1 (48Gbps) Outputs: Toslink (Optical audio), eARC (HDMI), ARC (HDMI) Network Interfaces: Wi-Fi 2.4GHz, Wi-Fi 5GHz, Ethernet (LAN) 100Mbps
Build quality: Premium
Stand type: Central
Bezel colour: Graphite
Stand: Fixed
Flat design: Yes
Accessories: Stand
In terms of appearance, the QN92F is essentially a twin design to the QN90D. And that's a good thing, as the QN90 series has been considered premium in Samsung's lineup for years, which is immediately evident in the design. The slim, graphite metal frame and single, sturdy base give the TV an elegant and modern look. Even though we are dealing with one of the strongest miniLEDs on the market, equipped with a considerable number of dimming zones, Samsung has managed to maintain an exceptionally thin profile. This allows the screen to sit almost flush with the wall, which looks very impressive, especially when mounted on the wall. An additional plus is the practical cable management channels that conceal the cables coming from the side panel with connectors. It's hard to fault the aesthetics of the QN92F. The only less noble element remains the plastic back, but that is standard in most TVs.
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SAMSUNG QN90F - Contrast and black detail
8/10
Local dimming function: Yes, number of zones: 504 (14 x 36)
Result
1,530,000:1
Result
62,450:1
Result
186,400:1
Result
7,400:1
Result
4,500:1
Visibility of details in the lights:
If you compare the contrast results of this year’s QN90F with last year’s QN90D, it quickly becomes clear that the differences are minimal. In the best movie scenes, the contrast can reach values well over six digits, and sometimes even seven digits, which can be confidently regarded as results almost infinite. And indeed – in typical cinematic shots, the effect closely resembles that known from OLED televisions. Samsung deserves commendation because, despite the relatively "modest" number of dimming zones – 504 in the 55-inch variant (modest compared to Chinese competitors like Hisense U8Q or TCL C8K/C9K) – it has managed to refine the local dimming algorithms. This is particularly evident in the most challenging scenes, where compared to last year's model, the precision of dimming has nearly doubled. Of course, we still don’t have perfectly separated bright objects from black, and we can’t speak of a lack of halo effects (subtle glows around small bright objects) known from MINI-LED televisions, so QN90F still doesn’t win against OLEDs. But it is definitely approaching them in a more mature and refined way than the year before.
SAMSUNG QN90F - HDR effect quality
7.4/10
Supported formats: HDR10, HDR10+, HLG Color gamut coverage: DCI P3: 91.1%, Bt.2020: 73.3%
Luminance measurements in HDR:
Result
1638 nit
Result
763 nit
Result
1119 nit
Result
562 nit
Result
1947 nit
Samsung QN90F can really shine with brightness. In our measurements, it reached even over 2200 nits, which directly translates to the viewing experience. In practice, this means that when a very bright scene appears in a film – for example, a sunrise in The Meg – the screen looks as if natural light is actually shining on us. This isn't just a number from a table, but a real sense of image intensity! However, the TV can't always deliver its full power. With smaller details, such as spotlights or lamps, brightness drops to 500–700 nits. This is a deliberate decision by the algorithms – by doing this, the contrast between large and small elements is better controlled, and the image doesn't lose balance. Importantly, this is still a huge improvement compared to last year's QN90D, where similar details were almost invisible, shining at just 200 nits. Here, the HDR effect is much more cohesive and credible. The only downside is the colours. The coverage of the DCI-P3 spectrum has plateaued at 91%, which can be considered a rather average result in this price range.
Scene from the movie “Pan” (about 2800 nits)
Scene from the movie “Billy Lynn” (about 1100 nits)
With one of the highest models of NeoQLED in the editorial office, we couldn't resist comparing the QN90F with the best screens on the market. And we must admit – what we saw made a really good impression. Every film scene, whether it was mastered to 4000 nits like in Pan, or around 1000 nits like in Billy Lynn, was rendered with very high precision and excellent brightness. The television adapts superbly to different metadata, and a great support here is the very bright panel that allows you to get the most out of HDR material. The only complaint could be about the intensity of colours – there's a slight deficiency in coverage that causes some hues to lack the depth seen in competitors. However, it's hard to call the picture unremarkable because the QN90F still delivers performances that can proudly stand alongside top-tier screens.
HDR luminance chart:
HDR luminance
Despite the high brightness of the panel and good adaptation to static HDR metadata, it’s worth checking how the QN90F performs with the dynamic HDR10+ format. The difference is noticeable; the image gains in detail, and the background reveals more subtle details that can get lost in static HDR. However, this is not an advantage that completely changes the perception. If we come across a film available in HDR10+, the viewing experience will become visually richer, but in the case of standard HDR, there’s no need for concern – the QN90F still delivers a very high level of image quality, and the lack of dynamic metadata in any film will not be a real issue for it.
Static HDR10
Dynamic: HDR10+
Factory color reproduction
5/10
The colour reproduction in the QN90F was tested in Filmmaker mode and, as is usually the case with Samsung TVs, this mode proves to be the best starting point straight out of the box. However, this does not mean that we are dealing with an image free of flaws. The white balance in SDR and HDR content was surprisingly good – colours didn't drift in any direction and even in its factory settings it looked solid. However, a problem arose with the gamma and EOTF curves, which determine how the TV manages brightness. Here, the QN90F significantly brightened the entire image, causing the black levels and colours to lose their intensity, and the overall effect resembled that of an applied milky filter. Fortunately, Samsung, unlike many competitors in the miniLED world, provides users with plenty of tools to control settings that we won't find in other manufacturers, such as Chinese brands. Therefore, we decided to see if we could squeeze the full potential out of the QN90F because we know that such a high series is capable of much more.
Color reproduction after calibration
9/10
After our adjustment of the settings, the QN90F showed what it’s really capable of – and we have to admit, it’s one of the best images we’ve seen on a miniLED screen this year. As we mentioned earlier, the white balance wasn’t a big issue even in the factory settings, but it was only after gamma calibration that we were able to get close to reference values. The same goes for HDR content, where the EOTF curve post-adjustment presents mature and consistent results. Indeed, in some films, you can notice that the smallest elements of the image are slightly brightened, and with a limited number of local dimming zones, there's still a risk of halo effect. However, it’s important to remember that such phenomena are characteristic of all miniLED TVs and it’s difficult to expect miracles even from the QN90F. The most important thing is that after calibration, the television displays an image that confidently competes with many OLED screens available on the market in terms of expressing the director's vision.
SAMSUNG QN90F - Smoothness of tonal transitions
8.9/10
The tonal transitions in the QN90F are at a very good level. Regardless of the scene being tested, it was hard to find clear problems with colour blending or visible banding. Even in demanding segments, such as the scene from the film Green Knight where the actor immerses himself in red water, the image presented itself smoothly and naturally. Indeed, with careful watching, one might notice minor micro-imperfections – for example, in greys or in very bright shots – but they do not affect the overall perception. The TV performs well enough that most viewers won't notice these imperfections.
Image scaling and smoothness of tonal transitions
7.5/10
Smooth transition function
Image without overscan on the SD signal
QN90F handles upscaling very well. Materials in lower resolutions, even SD, are enhanced to a clear and sharp image, where a lot of background detail can be seen. This is a big advantage, as the TV makes older content or everyday television look significantly better than on most budget screens. However, the issue of overscan remains, which is the cropping of the screen edges that cannot be turned off on Samsungs. This can cause some subtitles on the screen to disappear or Auntie's face from the wedding on a VHS tape to be slightly cropped. 😉
The digital image processing also performs well. In the menu, we find a feature called "noise reduction," which can smooth tonal transitions and improve the viewing of lower quality materials, such as those from YouTube. In the medium setting, the effect is most beneficial – it doesn't heavily interfere with details while simultaneously eliminating the problem of "banding" in colours. However, it's worth noting that the feature can be quite aggressive and removes natural film grain in older movies, so it's best to use it sparingly.
SAMSUNG QN90F - Blur and motion smoothness
7.8/10
Maximum refresh rate of the panel: 165Hz
Film motion smoothing option: Yes
Blur reduction option: Yes
BFI function 60Hz: Yes, 60Hz (image flickers)
BFI function 120Hz: No
Brightness drop with BFI: 72%
QN90F has been equipped with a panel that has a maximum refresh rate of 165 Hz, and while this advantage will mainly be appreciated by PC gamers, it’s still worth highlighting. In movies or sports broadcasts, we are limited to the classic 120 Hz, but this is not a cause for concern. In practice, the additional motion smoother is more significant here. Thanks to the "Motion Clarity" setting, we can adjust the picture to our own preferences. The blur reduction option is responsible for fluidity and ghosting in sports. Meanwhile, the "judder reduction" function improves motion fluidity in productions recorded at 24 frames, namely films and series. If we set it high, the film looks smoother and more fluid than it was actually shot. Lower values, on the other hand, preserve its cinematic "rawness" with the visible film frame.
Blur (native resolution, maximum refresh rate):
Blur (BFI function enabled):
Image flickers in this mode
Smużenie (4K@165Hz):
In terms of ghosting, the situation is quite atypical. At native resolution and refresh rate of 4K@165 Hz, the QN90F shows slight blurring typical of VA panels, but it’s not particularly bothersome. It gets more interesting with 120 Hz content – objects moving extremely fast can appear to have double outlines. The effect somewhat resembles the operation of the BFI mode, and although it’s hard to notice from a typical viewing distance, when watching sports up close, you might notice that, for example, a ball flying behind a player looks like it’s dragging another one along.
SAMSUNG QN90F - Console compatibility and gaming features
8.2/10
- ALLM:
Yes
- VRR:
Yes
- VRR range:
48 - 165Hz
- Dolby Vision Game Mode:
No
- Correct implementation of HGIG:
No
- 1080p@120Hz:
Yes
- 1440p@120Hz:
Yes
- 4K@120Hz:
Yes
- Game bar:
Yes
QN90F has almost everything to become the perfect TV for gamers. Things like four HDMI ports, VRR, ALLM, and a refresh rate of up to 165 Hz need no reminder. It deserves high praise for the Game Motion Plus mode, Samsung's proprietary motion smoothing for games. Thanks to this, you can add a few "artificial" frames and make the image generated from the console look smoother than it should. This is a very unique solution in the world of TVs – competing systems usually do not offer this – and that’s why Samsung has had a strong selling point among gamers for years, even despite the lack of support for the still niche Dolby Vision in games.
So why do we refer to it as an "almost" perfect screen? Unfortunately, similar to previous Samsung models, we noticed an issue with the lack of HGiG functionality. This solution allows the TV to leave tone mapping control to the console, so that games look exactly as intended by the developers. What’s worse, this feature was present before and disappeared after software updates. Instead of minor fixes, we got a step back. It's a shame, because without this lack, the QN90F could really be the ideal choice for gamers in the miniLED category.
SAMSUNG QN90F - Input lag
9.6/10
Input lag on the QN90F is very low. For 120 Hz content, it measures around 10–12 ms, and at 60 Hz it drops below 20 ms. These are values that can confidently be called exemplary. The slightly higher input lag – by 1–2 ms – is due to the fact that the lowest latencies, below 10 ms, are reserved for the 165 Hz mode. Regardless of resolution or refresh rate, you can count on the QN90F always responding quickly and responsively to our movements on the controller or keyboard and mouse.
| SDR | HDR | Dolby Vision |
|---|---|---|
| 1080p60: 18 ms | 2160p60: 17 ms | |
| 1080p120: 12 ms | 2160p120: 11 ms | |
| 2160p60: 18 ms | ||
| 2160p120: 12 ms |
SAMSUNG QN90F - Compatibility with PC
8.8/10
Chroma 444 (maximum resolution and refresh rate): Yes
Font clarity: Very Good
Readability of dark text and shapes: Good
Input lag in PC mode (4K, maximum refresh rate): 12ms
Matrix subpixel arrangement: BGR
Max refresh rate: 165Hz
G-Sync: Yes
Collaboration with a PC is another strong point of the QN90F. It’s a screen that performs well for both work and gaming. This makes sense especially in smaller sizes, e.g., 43 inches, where the television can easily fit on a desk. The 165 Hz mode, primarily intended for PC gamers, supports technologies like G-Sync and AMD FreeSync Premium Pro, so gameplay is smooth and very responsive. Office work performs equally well – the readability of fonts is high thanks to proper chroma handling. However, we noticed that switching the refresh rate from 165 Hz to 120 Hz further improves the readability of very dark text and thin lines. Therefore, if someone wants to use the QN90F as a work monitor, it's worth considering the 120 Hz mode.
SAMSUNG QN90F - Viewing angles
3.6/10
Brightness drop at an angle of 45 degrees: 70%
The viewing angles on the QN90F are rather average and typical for LCD screens with a VA panel. It’s a bit of a shame that Samsung opted out of additional coatings to widen the viewing angles in this model – probably at the cost of using a matte panel. The effect is that at larger angles off centre, the drop in brightness is quite significant, and the colours lose their intensity. This is a compromise that one has to consider when choosing a screen with a classic VA panel.
SAMSUNG QN90F - TV efficiency during daytime
7.2/10
Matrix coating: Matte
Reflection suppression: Very Good
Black levels during daytime: Good
QN90F is the first Neo QLED 4K with a matte display, and it must be said that this change is noticeable straight away. During the day, the screen behaves completely differently than typical LCD TVs – reflections are heavily suppressed, glare nearly disappears, so there’s no need to constantly cover windows or reconfigure furniture. Colours in a bright room appear natural, though their intensity can slightly drop with very strong lighting. However, this is not something that ruins the viewing experience – rather a small price to pay for comfortable viewing in the sunlight. Additionally, the average SDR brightness is around 700 nits, which means the TV can easily "cut through" in very sunny living rooms. It’s hard to give a better recommendation: if someone is looking for a miniLED 4K TV that can handle a brightly lit living room, the QN90F is one of the safest choices.
Matrix brightness
Average luminance SDR
Samsung QN90F / QN92F: 665 cd/m2
SAMSUNG QN90F - TV features
7.7/10
System: Tizen
System performance: Very good
- HDMI inputs: 0 x HDMI 2.0, 4 x HDMI 2.1 48Gbps
- Outputs: Toslink (Optical audio), 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): Yes
- RF remote control (no need to aim at the screen): RF
- 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: Yes
- Voice search in native language: Yes
- Ability to connect a keyboard and mouse: Yes
Smart TV Features: Tizen
Samsung has been developing its Tizen system for years, and in the QN90F, it shows that it has reached a point where it's really hard to nitpick. The system runs smoothly, responds quickly to commands, and doesn't struggle with more demanding applications. If someone uses an iPhone – there's AirPlay and screen mirroring. If someone has an Android phone – there won’t be any problems either. Additionally, there's a voice assistant that understands commands in several languages, including Polish, so you can play a movie or change the channel without reaching for the remote. An interesting feature is the integration with Microsoft's Coopilot and AI functions, but SmartThings proves to be much more practical – thanks to it, the TV can become the centre of the home ecosystem, connecting not only Samsung devices but also, for example, Philips Hue bulbs.
Classic Features
The QN90F can also serve as a regular television. While we can forget about USB recording, we do get PIP mode, which is picture-in-picture – a function that's rarely seen these days. With it, you can follow a match and a series simultaneously, which can save the evening in many households. Also, there's a clear EPG guide and a small remote that charges with light (so no batteries are needed) and can take control of the decoder, soundbar, or even a console. It may not be the most advanced on the market, but it proves to be simply convenient in everyday use.
Sound connection options
HDMI audio:
Other audio outputs:
- Toslink: Yes
Wireless audio:
- Bluetooth: Yes
- Samsung Q-Symphony (Speaker extension): Yes
Obsługiwane formaty 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
Ułatwienia dla seniorów
- Numeric keyboard on TV: No
- Font size adjustment: Yes
- Audio description: Yes
SAMSUNG QN90F - Apps
8.7/10
SAMSUNG QN90F - Playing files from USB
9.1/10
| 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 |
The built-in media player on the QN90F performs quite well. It supports most popular audio and video formats and can also easily play graphic files such as JPEG and PNG. The problem arises with HEIC files – a kind of high-quality photo standard used in iPhones. In theory, the television should support them, as they are listed among the compatible formats, but in practice, trying to open a HEIC file can freeze the entire system and force a power reset. It’s a bit of an odd situation and another small glitch that shouldn't happen in equipment of this caliber. On the other hand, one can be very pleased as it supports most popular audio and video formats.
SAMSUNG QN90F - Sound
7.8/10
86dB
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
QN90F plays really well. Despite the sleek design of the television, you can sense a slight bass that adds depth to the sound. The speaker system operates in a 4.2.2 configuration and offers a total power of 60 W – for built-in speakers, that's a truly solid result. Moreover, with materials that support Dolby Atmos, one can experience a subtle spatial effect, which works quite well for everyday viewing. Of course, with equipment of this class, it's hard not to recommend an additional soundbar. It's best to opt for one that supports Q-Symphony technology – thanks to it, the television and soundbar play simultaneously, creating a fuller and definitely more cinematic effect.
Acoustic Measurements
86dBC (Max)
75dBC
SAMSUNG QN90F - Details about the matrix
Software version during testing: T-RSMFDEUC-0090-1126.0, E2540300, BT-S
Panel uniformity and thermal imaging:
Backlight Type: Mini-LED QLED
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