Samsung Q6F (IPS) Review

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Maciej Koper

Paweł Koper

Last updated:

12/19/2025 4:04:42 PM

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

SAMSUNG Q6F - Our verdict

5.0

Overall rating

The Samsung Q6F is a television that is difficult to evaluate through the lens of typical QLED models. We must remember that we are dealing with a budget proposition aimed at a very specific audience. If you are looking for an inexpensive device with the logo of a well-known manufacturer that simply needs to work, display multimedia, and offer classic remote control operation with buttons – the Q6F might be an interesting option for you. It's a great choice for a senior or someone who needs a large screen "on the cheap" for daily television, where the IPS matrix and its good viewing angles really make a difference. However, we must be straightforward: the biggest drawback of this model is its very low brightness and poor black levels. These are two foundations on which image quality is built, and here they are simply very fragile. This is definitely not a television that we would recommend for watching HDR content – here, that format exists practically only in name. Although the Q6F has a QLED filter and belongs to the Quantum Dot family, utilizing the full potential of this technology is practically impossible, as the device is technically not suited for such content. We know that it tempts with its very low price and may appeal to many people with modest requirements. However, you should know that the label "QLED" suggesting a premium product is far from what Samsung has accustomed us to in recent years. It's a ticket to the world of Samsung, but in a very basic version.

Advantages

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

Disadvantages

A brightness level of 250 nits is not enough to feel any difference in HDR mode
Low contrast of the IPS panel ruins movie nights
An average brightness level of 150 nits during the day means you can hardly see anything in a sunny room
Lack of optical output
Infrared remote control (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, such as the U8000F. This is a mid-range television, which in this case is not a disadvantage – it simply presents itself elegantly from the front. The bezels are slim and although they are made of plastic, they do not appear cheap. However, the entire device is quite thick compared to other QLED models. This is especially revealed by the back, which sticks out 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 placed 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:

Here it is clearly visible where the manufacturer decided to save money. The IPS panel used, despite the support of QLED technology, highlights problems with the lack of image depth. Results at the level of 1000:1 speak for themselves – the black in this model unfortunately resembles gray. You can try to save the situation by turning on the light in the room, and it's best to place it directly behind the television, which allows you to somewhat trick our eyes. However, regardless of what one might say, 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 speak of any "high dynamic range" effect, or HDR. In practice, it's better to stick to content in SDR format, which simply looks more predictable on this TV. Another problem is the global dimming technique – in scenes with a lot of black, the TV drastically dims the entire panel to artificially improve the black levels. This causes the image to become even darker, and brightness can drop below 100 nits. The only consolation is the QLED technology, but even here it's average. The applied quantum dot layer is not top-notch, as the coverage of the DCI-P3 color gamut does not exceed 90%. As a result, colors in HDR content may just seem under-saturated.

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 reproduction of details in HDR content on the Q6F model is far from perfect. Due to very low brightness and the television's poor ability to adapt to specific scenes (tone mapping), the image often appears excessively blown out in areas where it shouldn't – this is particularly evident in shots of sunrises or in very bright exposures, such as in the film "Billy Lynn." In some cheaper televisions, efficient tone mapping saves the situation, allowing details in the whites to be preserved despite low brightness. However, in the case of the Q6F, it's hard to speak of any effective adaptation.

HDR luminance chart:

HDR luminance

You might think, "Since the TV itself doesn't handle the HDR10 signal very well, maybe the dynamic metadata format HDR10+ will rescue it and improve the situation?" Unfortunately, we don't have good news here either. In practice, the Q6F, even with HDR10+ support, shows no noticeable improvement in picture quality. It's a shame because over the past two years, this format has become much more accessible on streaming platforms. One could hope 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 color transitions are smooth and there are no problematic "steppings" when blending colors. Only in very extreme moments, especially in scenes with brightness close to pure gray, can slight banding be noticed. Although, 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.

The Q6F handles upscaling lower resolution content to native 4K very well. The scaling is surprisingly good here, even for such a budget TV from the QLED series. The only downside is when we watch very low-resolution material, like 576p (typical for old DVD players) – then the image may be slightly cropped. This is because the TV does not allow for the Overscan feature to be turned off, which is a common issue with Samsung devices.

The situation is completely different when it comes to digital processing, which is the attempt to smooth the image from unwanted artifacts. Here, the TV completely fails. Although we find a function in the menu called "Noise Reduction", it yields no visible results regardless of the slider setting. The only thing it seems to do is introduce unwanted 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 the standard in this price range, which makes it a rather average model for dynamic sports or gaming. However, in the case of movies, the TV performs quite well thanks to the smoothing feature. The "Motion Smoothing" option allows you to adjust the fluidity of motion to your own preferences – from maintaining a cinematic feel to full fluidity.

Blur (native resolution, maximum refresh rate):

Blur (BFI function enabled):

Image flickers in this mode

When it comes to blurring, the Q6F doesn't have major problems with it. Thanks to the use of an IPS matrix, we won't experience the bothersome ghosting that often occurs in VA-type panels. Unfortunately, with very fast motion, the image becomes somewhat unclear due to the low dynamic resolution. You can try to improve this aspect with the "Clear Motion (LED)" function, but in practice, we advise against using it – it causes a drastic drop in already low brightness and clearly doubles 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 have features like ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode) and VRR frame synchronization for consoles, the list of benefits pretty much ends there. Besides these basics, the TV offers nothing more that might satisfy those who spend a lot of time in front of a console. It’s a real shame that such a useful tool as Game Bar is missing here, which in Samsung’s higher models allows for quick control of game parameters. In terms of gaming, this is an absolutely basic model and is only suitable for "casual" gamers.

SAMSUNG Q6F - Input lag

10/10

As a consolation for the modest list of features for gamers, it's worth adding that the Q6F has absolutely no issues with input lag. The response to controller movements is instantaneous, and the television does not introduce any additional delays regardless of the resolution we are currently playing in. In this respect, the controls are very precise and comfortable, which is a significant advantage 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 is not a screen specifically designed for PC gaming, it deserves praise for how it handles displaying fonts. 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 are looking for a budget-friendly, large screen for office work, the Q6F holds up quite 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%

Viewing angles are one of the better aspects of the Q6F model, which is directly attributed to the use of an IPS panel. They are much better than those found in televisions based on VA panels. 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 although the colors look really good, the brightness drop at a larger angle is quite noticeable. Nevertheless, this is a solid performance for those who do not 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

There’s not much to say – aside from the satin coating of the panel, which dampens reflections only moderately, the Q6F is such a dark device that it’s not suitable even for moderately lit rooms. A brightness level 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 picture 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 cool that in Samsung TVs – even the most budget-friendly ones – the Tizen system just "doesn't slow down." The speed of operation, while not on par with the most expensive models, is definitely better than in the case of Google TV at a similar price. Thanks to Tizen, we have access to a truly vast library of applications, AirPlay, and other Smart TV features.

It's worth mentioning that the remote that comes with the Q6F is an older, yet somewhat modernized version of the classic Samsung infrared controller, equipped with a full numeric keypad. Even though it operates on infrared, it has a lot of buttons, which may appeal to older users watching traditional television – it simply makes channel switching easier. We will 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 really is something to it.

However, we must note a serious lack in terms of connections: this model does not have an optical output for audio devices. Only the HDMI eARC port is available, which can be quite a hindrance 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 multimedia support from external sources, the Samsung Q6F performs exceptionally well, especially considering that we are dealing with a closed system. The television has no issues with most popular video, audio, or image formats (EVEN HEIC!). The media player operates stably and quickly loads content from USB drives or network servers. It is a solid device for browsing your own movie 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. At the same time, however, the sound is clear and loud enough that it is perfectly suitable for listening to the news or regular television. The voices of the narrators are understandable and don’t fade into the background. However, if someone cares about at least decent experiences while watching movies, we definitely recommend purchasing a soundbar. Even the cheapest model from the Korean manufacturer's offering will make a huge difference here and save the situation.

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