85-inch QLED / LCD TVs – Test Rankings

Available screen sizes: 43”, 55”, 65”, 75”, 85”

Technology: LCD IPS, PFS LED

Brand: SONY

Verdict:

Sony Bravia 3 is a television that brings several important improvements over its predecessor, while still staying true to its core. The biggest change is the design – slim bezels and solid metal legs make it look modern and fit much better in a living room than the X75WL. Improved colors thanks to the PFS filter and really good upscaling are also a plus. It is in lower-quality content, especially...

Available screen sizes: 43”, 50”, 55”, 65”, 75”, 85”

Technology: LCD VA, QLED

Brand: SAMSUNG

Verdict:

Samsung Q8F is quite a successful continuation of the Q67D model. It offers similar picture quality in HDR content, and with a brightness of around 500 nits, it can create an effect that is hard to call average. It is also aided by support for the HDR10+ format, which has been realistically competing with Dolby Vision for some time and provides comparable experiences in many productions. The contr...

Available screen sizes: 43”, 50”, 55”, 65”, 75”, 85”

Technology: LCD VA, QLED

Brand: SAMSUNG

Verdict:

The Samsung Q7F is the cheapest model from the manufacturer’s QLED line, and it must be admitted that several advantages can be easily pointed out here. After calibration, the colors look really good, and the additional QLED filter makes the hues more saturated than in typical budget LCD TVs. In addition, it has a VA panel, which offers quite decent native contrast. It is definitely not on the lev...

Available screen sizes: 43”, 50”, 65”, 75”, 85”

Technology: LCD IPS, White LED

Brand: SAMSUNG

Verdict:

Samsung U8000F with a VA panel is a television that can pleasantly surprise in its class – of course, if we know what to expect from it. Its biggest advantage is definitely the black quality. Compared to the version with an IPS panel, the difference is enormous – the picture gains depth, the contrast looks much better, and evening movie sessions no longer feel like watching content through a gray ...

Available screen sizes: 43”, 50”, 55”, 65”, 85”

Technology: LCD VA, PFS LED

Brand: PHILIPS

Verdict:

Philips PUS9000 is proof that the manufacturer not only keeps a finger on the pulse but also listens carefully to its users. In the latest version of this popular series, a clear progress is visible – especially compared to the previous generation that we had the opportunity to test. The use of a VA panel has resulted in a noticeable improvement in black levels, which finally present at an accepta...

Available screen sizes: 43”, 50”, 55”, 65”, 75”, 85”

Technology: LCD VA, PFS LED

Brand: PHILIPS

Verdict:

Ambilight because that's where we have to start, it's the biggest reason to buy the PUS8500. The three-sided backlighting of the TV looks great, especially in the evening. It creates an atmosphere, masks the imperfections of contrast, and makes the viewing experience simply more enjoyable. Even if the black levels aren't perfect, the native VA panel's high contrast is just fine. On top of that, th...

Available screen sizes: 55”, 65”, 75”, 85”

Technology: LCD VA, PFS LED

Brand: TCL

Verdict:

TCL C655 / C69B in its larger sizes (55"+) is a QLED from the 2024 vintage by a Chinese manufacturer, offered at a very attractive price. This TV has many advantages that can satisfy a wide range of users. The first big plus is the Google TV operating system. In TCL C655 / C69B and not only, it provides a modern and intuitive interface, as well as support for voice commands in Polish thanks to Goo...

Available screen sizes: 55”, 65”, 75”, 85”

Technology: LCD VA, PFS LED

Brand: TCL

Verdict:

The mid-range television segment is growing increasingly, and the TCL C75B shows that you can get really solid equipment in this price range. This model is clearly designed with gamers in mind – the HDMI 2.1 port offers a lot of possibilities, providing VRR, ALLM, and impressive refresh rates of 144 Hz in 4K (or 240 Hz in Full HD), which will surely satisfy both gaming and sports fans. The TV's in...

Available screen sizes: 43”, 50”, 55”, 65”, 75”, 85”

Technology: LCD VA, QLED

Brand: SAMSUNG

Verdict:

Samsung The Frame (2024) is not just an ordinary television that you could put in the corner and forget about after two days. Here, it's immediately evident that the manufacturer focused on something beyond just displaying movies. First, the "Art" mode catches the eye – with just a few clicks, we can turn The Frame into a digital gallery, showcasing artworks that, combined with the matte panel, tr...

Available screen sizes: 55”, 65”, 75”, 85”

Technology: LCD VA, QLED

Brand: SAMSUNG

Verdict:

The Samsung Q70D delivers solid performance for its price range, with standout features that will appeal to a wide range of users. Its gaming capabilities, in particular, are impressive, offering features like smooth gameplay and low input lag that make 30 fps titles feel like they’re running at 60 fps. The well-executed HGIG mode, which performs similarly to Dolby Vision, is another highlight for...