- 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 OLED S95F (QD-OLED) Review
S95F / FAT / FAE
Available screen sizes: 55”65”77”
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Panel type: QD-OLED Refresh rate: 165Hz Brand: SAMSUNG Resolution: 3840x2160 System: Tizen Model year: 2025
The Samsung S95F is Samsung's flagship OLED for 2025 – a model designed to showcase the brand's full potential in this segment. On board, we get a matte coating that effectively reduces reflections, a QD-OLED panel providing vibrant colours, and a refresh rate of up to 165 Hz. This is a television that immediately signals: we are talking about top-tier equipment. Are you curious how it performed in our test? We invite you to the test!
SAMSUNG S95F - Our verdict
8.8
Overall rating
Samsung S95F is an excellent continuation and simultaneously an enhancement of last year's model S95D. Thanks to the QD-OLED panel, we receive an image that impresses from the first minutes of viewing. The black is deep and natural, with no signs of backlighting, and the brightness of the new generation panel reaches levels that just recently seemed beyond the reach of OLEDs. These values are so high that the S95F can confidently be compared with the best Mini-LED screens - both in terms of HDR effect and in everyday use under strong daylight. After a slight adjustment of the settings, the television can offer a reference image, creating a cohesive and cinematic experience. However, it's not just a screen for movie buffs but also one of the absolute favourites for gamers. The 165 Hz panel with lightning-fast response, input lag of just a few milliseconds, a full package of gaming features - including VRR, ALLM, and exceptionally implemented HGiG - along with four HDMI 2.1 ports, make the S95F effortlessly meet the demands of both next-gen console owners and PC gamers. This complete set of possibilities makes the S95F one of the best gaming televisions on the market. Samsung has also taken care of user-friendly details. The matte screen coating effectively eliminates reflections, ensuring that even in a bright living room, the image remains clear and comfortable. The One Connect module organizes the cabling, moving all the connections to a separate box, which will be appreciated by anyone who likes to regularly juggle connected devices. The design of the television is slim, elegant, and thoughtful – it is evident that this is a Super Premium class product that looks great in any interior. Of course, like any equipment, the S95F has its minor compromises, but given its class and completeness, it's easy to forget about them.
This is a television that combines the best picture quality with functionality and user comfort. Undoubtedly, it stands up to the strongest competition and can be confidently regarded as one of the main contenders for the title of television of the year 2025.
Advantages
Perfect black and excellent contrast
High image brightness
Amazing image quality after calibration
Ultra-fast QD-OLED 165 Hz panel
The best choice for gamers – full support for HDMI 2.1, VRR, ALLM, and HGiG, input lag of just 5 ms (highest rating on the portal!)
Best reflection suppression thanks to the matte screen finish
Wide viewing angles without loss of quality – top level thanks to the QD-OLED panel
Intuitive and fast Tizen operating system with a rich set of features
Modern and elegant design
The One Connect module makes it easy to aesthetically hide cables
Disadvantages
No support for DTS:X (home cinema)
No recording to USB from built-in tuners
Cherry black effect in very difficult lighting conditions
Movies and series in UHD quality9.3
Classic TV, YouTube9.3
Sports broadcasts (TV and apps)9.1
Gaming on console10.0
TV as a computer monitor8.8
Watching in bright light7.1
Utility functions7.9
Apps8.7
Sound quality8.0
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SAMSUNG S95F - Competing TVs in this price range
SAMSUNG S95F - TV appearance
HDMI inputs: 0 x HDMI 2.0, 4 x HDMI 2.1 (40Gbps) Outputs: Toslink (Optical audio), eARC (HDMI), ARC (HDMI) Network Interfaces: Wi-Fi 2.4GHz, Wi-Fi 5GHz, Ethernet (LAN) 100Mbps
Build quality: Super Premium
Stand type: Central
Kolor ramki: Graphite
- Regulacja podstawy: stand-Fixed
- Montaż na płasko: Yes
- Akcesoria: accessories-Stand, accessories-OneConnect Box
At first glance, it is clear that the Samsung S95F is a top-of-the-range device. Its sleekness makes the biggest impression – viewed from the side, the TV is less than 1 cm thick and looks literally like a gigantic, thin tablet. This is a distinguishing feature of the entire series that immediately captures the eye. The secret to such a slim design lies in the One Connect module. All components and connections have been moved to a separate box, allowing the screen to be mounted almost flat against the wall. However, it should be remembered that this effect can only be achieved using a dedicated Samsung mount or a compatible VESA standard bracket, which must be purchased separately.
If someone nonetheless does not plan to hang the television (which, in our opinion, would be a missed opportunity for this slim design 😉), the set includes a solid metal stand. Interestingly, it also serves as a holder for the One Connect box – in this configuration, all ports are easily accessible in a more classic arrangement. If this is how the future of televisions looks in terms of design, we fully endorse it.
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SAMSUNG S95F - Contrast and black detail
10/10
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Visibility of details in the lights:
The Samsung S95F with a QD-OLED panel demonstrates that when it comes to blacks and contrast, it's hard to find anything better. Even the first test scenes prove that this television can achieve absolute black, while flawlessly reproducing even the tiniest points of light. The effect is stunning – a star-filled sky looks as if it has been taken directly from an observatory, and the cinematic shadows gain depth and drama. Details in the shadows are preserved with reference-level accuracy, making the experience of watching cinema at home take on a new dimension.
SAMSUNG S95F - HDR effect quality
8.7/10
Supported formats: HDR10, HDR10+, HLG Color gamut coverage: DCI P3: 99.3%, Bt.2020: 79.7%
Luminance measurements in HDR:
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2044 nit
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2159 nit
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2167 nit
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2180 nit
Result
1427 nit
The new generation of QD-OLED matrices in the Samsung S95F shows its full potential, with brightness results that are truly stunning. In test film scenes like "Life of Pi" or "Sicario 2," where smaller light elements appear – stars, the moon, or headlights – the television managed to achieve over 2000 nits of brightness. This is a result that surpasses even most top-of-the-range Mini-LED models.
The secret lies in the technology itself – instead of a limited number of dimming zones like in Mini-LED televisions, here we have millions of emitting pixels, allowing the television to fully showcase its power without technological compromises. Of course, as this is still an organic panel, in full-screen scenes flooded with white – like in the final sequence of the film The Meg – the brightness drops to around 1400 nits. Nevertheless, the result remains excellent and clearly exceeds what any OLEDs, both QD-OLED and WOLED, have offered so far. The colour reproduction is also particularly noteworthy. Thanks to QD-OLED technology, the television achieves nearly 100% coverage of the DCI-P3 colour space and about 80% in BT.2020. These values make HDR images not only dazzling in brightness but also captivating in the richness of colours.
Scene from the movie “Pan” (about 2800 nits)
Scene from the movie “Billy Lynn” (about 1100 nits)
In true film scenarios, not just on measurement boards, the Samsung S95F with its QD-OLED panel looks absolutely stunning. Thanks to its very high peak brightness, the HDR effect is clearly perceptible even in productions mastered to extreme values, such as Pan or Billy Lynn. The picture retains intensity and depth, and the highlights appear extraordinarily realistic. There are, admittedly, slight colour deviations that can be corrected through calibration, but it's hard to have any major complaints here. This is HDR in a form that will satisfy even the most demanding viewers.
HDR luminance chart:
Luminancja HDR
Luminance of RGB colors
On board the S95F, we will find all the most important HDR formats – there is HDR10, HDR10+ and HLG. The only one missing is Dolby Vision, but to be honest… with such brightness and such good image adaptation, this loss is hardly felt. The differences between classic HDR10 and HDR10+ in everyday viewing are really minimal. Admittedly, in extreme scenes, dynamic metadata can extract additional details, but for most users, every HDR film will simply look great. Samsung has truly done its homework here and there is no need to worry that something will appear worse just because of the absence of "that one" technology. Well done!
Static HDR10
Dynamic: HDR10+
Factory color reproduction
7.2/10
The best picture mode straight out of the box is undoubtedly Filmmaker Mode – a mode that Samsung has been using for several years, designed to faithfully convey the creators' intent. In SDR content, its implementation is not bad, although some imperfections can be observed. The image is slightly dimmed, and the screen has a subtle pinkish tint due to the dominance of red and blue in the white balance. Colour errors were maintained at a level of 3–4 ΔE units – and for those who are not familiar: a value above 3 is the threshold at which the average human eye starts to notice differences.
However, much greater problems arise in HDR content. Here, the white balance was not such a significant issue – a slight excess of blue did not significantly hinder the viewing experience. The problem became managing brightness. In practice, the television "blasted" the image too much, causing details in the blacks to completely disappear. The final effect was far from expected, and colour errors in this mode became quite pronounced. It's hard to say why such a design decision was made, but it was evident that the factory HDR settings did not allow this television to showcase its full capabilities.
Color reproduction after calibration
9.4/10
After calibration, it was possible to make subtle adjustments to the white balance and significantly improve the image characteristics. In SDR content, the quality has become practically reference-level – most colour errors have fallen below a ΔE value of 1, which is the level at which the human eye can no longer discern differences. This is a result that places the S95F among the very best televisions available on the market.
In HDR materials, the calibration also brought about a significant improvement. The television's tendency to blow out highlights has been brought under control, as confirmed by the analysis of the EOTF curve. A slight tendency to brighten the entire scene or occasional loss of detail in blacks can still be observed, but this does not significantly affect the overall perception. After calibration, the S95F reveals its full potential and can be described as one of the best televisions on the market!
SAMSUNG S95F - Smoothness of tonal transitions
8.9/10
The Samsung S95F with a QD-OLED panel handles tonal transitions really well. It's difficult to find serious issues here – the colour gradation is smooth, and the image looks natural. Only in very dark scenes and shades close to black can slight imperfections be noticed, but they don't significantly impact everyday viewing. The overall impression is that the fluidity of transitions is at a very high level and does not distract the viewer's attention.
Image scaling and smoothness of tonal transitions
7.5/10
Smooth transition function
Image without overscan on the SD signal
The Samsung S95F offers a noise reduction feature that is responsible for smoothing tonal transitions. It works very effectively, but in practice, it can be overly aggressive. Materials of lower quality – e.g., older recordings or videos from YouTube – become soft and plastic when this feature is activated, resembling an image digitally smoothed in a graphic program. Unfortunately, the natural film grain, which often adds authenticity to the image, disappears in the process. Fortunately, the television does not lose too many fine details, such as in skin textures or elements of the surroundings. Therefore, this feature is best used with discretion – depending on preferences, one can achieve a smooth image that is less natural, or one that is truer to the original. In our opinion, the most universal choice is the “Standard” setting.
The image scaling performs significantly better. The television handles materials of lower resolution well – even content at 576p looks quite decent, although a slight blockiness can be noticed. Overall, the effect is very good, although it somewhat falls short of what Sony Bravia 8 (II) or LG G5 can achieve. It is also worth mentioning a minor imperfection of the S95F – in older materials, overscan may occur, causing a slight trimming of the left edge of the image.
SAMSUNG S95F - Blur and motion smoothness
9/10
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: 50%
The Samsung S95F shows phenomenal performance in terms of motion fluidity. The panel operates at a native resolution of 4K with a refresh rate of up to 165 Hz, and combined with QD-OLED organic technology, it delivers incredible results. Sports and games look stunning – the image is fast, dynamic, and very natural. Additionally, the built-in motion smoother and motion blur reduction system allow you to tailor the character of the picture to your own preferences. You can opt for a more "frame-like" effect with visible film structure or a smooth, theatrical spectacle. Every viewer will find a setting that suits them.
Blur (native resolution, maximum refresh rate):
Blur (BFI function enabled):
Image flickers in this mode
Smużenie (4K@165Hz):
And what about motion blur? Essentially, this paragraph might as well not exist – after all, it’s OLED. The organic matrix reacts instantly, and our test with the "ufo" only confirmed that. Zero blur, zero smudges, zero problems. This is one of those moments when you can clearly see how OLED technology showcases its superiority over LCD.
Samsung also has something for which we always praise it – the Game Motion Plus mode, a smoother dedicated not to films but to games (as the name suggests). Thanks to this, titles with lower frame rates look much smoother than usual, which can dramatically improve the gaming experience.
SAMSUNG S95F - Console compatibility and gaming features
9.6/10
- ALLM:
Yes
- VRR:
Yes
- VRR range:
48 - 165Hz
- Dolby Vision Game Mode:
No
- Correct implementation of HGIG:
Yes
- 1080p@120Hz:
Yes
- 1440p@120Hz:
Yes
- 4K@120Hz:
Yes
- Game bar:
Yes
The advantages of low motion blur and excellent motion fluidity characteristic of OLED panels are just the beginning, as the Samsung S95F has been designed with gamers in mind. The manufacturer has equipped it with four HDMI 2.1 ports – although limited to a bandwidth of 40 Gb/s, in practice this has no impact on compatibility with consoles or PCs. We get a full suite of gaming features: variable refresh rate (VRR), automatic game mode (ALLM), as well as a very well-implemented HGiG standard, which ensures that HDR titles look exactly as their creators intended. Completing the package is the Game Bar – a clear settings hub where we can preview and change all key image parameters with one motion. The proprietary motion smoother, Game Motion Plus, also deserves commendation, as it can smooth out animations, which is particularly useful in productions running at 60 frames, where stability is not always exemplary. While support for Dolby Vision in games is lacking, it’s hard to view this as a serious drawback – Samsung compensates with other solutions. This is one of the best, if not the best, gaming televisions available on the market today.
SAMSUNG S95F - Input lag
10/10
The input lag on the S95F is at a level where it is difficult to even talk about any delay. At 5 ms with 120 Hz content, there is no room for hesitation between pressing the button and the response on the screen. It’s pure immediacy. And if someone is worried about the 60 Hz mode – don't worry, there it’s 10 ms, which still places the television among the absolute best and gives no reasons for complaints.
| SDR | HDR | Dolby Vision |
|---|---|---|
| 1080p60: 10 ms | 2160p60: 9 ms | |
| 1080p120: 5 ms | 2160p120: 5 ms | |
| 2160p60: 10 ms | ||
| 2160p120: 5 ms |
SAMSUNG S95F - Compatibility with PC
8.8/10
Chroma 444 (maximum resolution and refresh rate): Yes
Font clarity: Good
Readability of dark text and shapes: Very Good
Input lag in PC mode (4K, maximum refresh rate): 5ms
Matrix subpixel arrangement: RGB
Max refresh rate: 165Hz
G-Sync: Yes
The S95F with a QD-OLED panel is a true magnet for PC gamers. The 165 Hz refresh rate combined with virtually imperceptible input lag and full support for G-Sync and FreeSync means the television performs like a top-tier monitor. Dynamic action games, shooters, and racing titles gain the smoothness and responsiveness that are hard to find in competing models. When working with text, a subtle rainbow halo can be seen around the letters, characteristic of the pixel structure of QD-OLED, but with proper handling of chroma 4:4:4, everything remains readable and does not interfere with everyday use.
SAMSUNG S95F - Viewing angles
9.8/10
Brightness drop at an angle of 45 degrees: 11%
The Samsung S95F with a QD-OLED panel currently offers some of the best viewing angles on the market. Whether we are sitting directly in front or to the side of the sofa, the image remains consistent – colours do not lose intensity and contrast does not deteriorate. It is a screen where it is hard to find a weak point in this category.
SAMSUNG S95F - TV efficiency during daytime
7.1/10
Matrix coating: Matte
Reflection suppression: Very Good
Black levels during daytime: Poor
One of the biggest distinguishing features of the Samsung S95F compared to its competitors is the matte screen coating. This solution excels in reducing reflections and glare – the image remains clear even in a brightly lit living room. However, it is important to remember that the characteristics of the QD-OLED matrix come with a certain compromise. Under intense light, the black can brighten, taking on a shade of cherry black, which affects the saturation of colours. On the other hand, the brightness of the panel, reaching around 700 nits in SDR mode, is fully sufficient for the television to perform flawlessly in typical daytime conditions.
Matrix brightness
Average luminance SDR
SAMSUNG OLED S95F (QD-OLED): 671 cd/m2
SAMSUNG S95F - TV features
7.9/10
System: Tizen
System performance: Very Good
- HDMI inputs: 0 x HDMI 2.0, 4 x HDMI 2.1 40Gbps
- 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
- Possibility to connect Bluetooth headphones to the TV: Yes
- Possibility to simultaneously use Bluetooth headphones and the TV speaker: Yes
Smart features:
- AirPlay: Yes
- Screen mirroring (Windows Miracast): Yes
- Wyszukiwanie głosowe: Yes
- Voice search in native language: Yes
- Ability to connect a keyboard and mouse: Yes
SmartTV in S95F: Tizen
Against the competition, the Samsung S95F not only shines with its picture quality but also demonstrates that smart features can be truly well thought out. Tizen operates very quickly, does not freeze, and gives the impression that everything is at hand – from AirPlay to simple voice search that works even when the remote control is misplaced. Admittedly, the system is not as open as Android, but frankly, very few will feel its shortcomings – there are plenty of applications, and additional features like integration with SmartThings only enhance the sense of completeness.
Classic Features of the S95F
Interestingly, Samsung reminds us that a television is still a television. Therefore, alongside modern gadgets, we also find the classics – PiP, teletext, or the option to pair headphones via Bluetooth. There is no recording to USB from DVB-T/T2 tuners, but instead, we get a remote control that can also manage the Canal+ decoder and other devices in the living room. And the cherry on top is the One Connect module – all connections in a separate box, making connecting equipment no longer an extreme sport.
SAMSUNG S95F - Apps
8.7/10
SAMSUNG S95F - Playing files from USB
8.4/10
| 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 player in the S95F does a decent job – films and music start up without any problems, so it is completely sufficient for everyday use. The trouble begins only when we expect full compatibility with what the manufacturer claims. Not all image formats work, and HEIC files simply refuse to cooperate. However, for most people this will not be an obstacle – for basic applications, such a player performs flawlessly.
SAMSUNG S95F - Sound
8/10
82dB
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
The built-in speakers of the S95F can be pleasantly surprising – they sound enjoyable and clear, and despite the slim design of the television, it’s hard to say that the sound is flat. Admittedly, the bass could be stronger, but that's a natural compromise given such a thin casing. For everyday watching of films or series, the set performs excellently. Those who prefer stronger experiences should consider a soundbar – preferably one with Q-Symphony support. Then, the television speakers and the Samsung soundbar work together.
Acoustic Measurements:
82dBC (Max)
75dBC
SAMSUNG S95F - Details about the matrix
Software version during testing: T-RSMFDEUC-0090-104 2.5, E2500007, BT-S
Panel uniformity:
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