- 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 highest representative of the NeoQLED 4K series for 2025. This year's novelty features a matte coating on the panel that is designed to better handle glare in bright rooms. Apart from that, we won't find significant hardware changes compared to last year's QN90D – the difference mainly lies in the refined processor from the AI NQ series. 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
The Samsung QN90F is a television that, in many ways, demonstrates how mature the development of miniLED technology can be. It offers excellent contrast and blacks, very high HDR brightness that works well in both movies and games, and a matte screen that makes a huge difference in everyday use. This is what makes the QN90F one of the best televisions for watching in sunny living rooms – reflections and glare virtually disappear, and the image remains sharp and clear. Gamers, on the other hand, get a package of all the essential features, very low input lag, and a unique Game Motion Plus mode, which remains a strong advantage for Samsung over the competition. Additionally, there's a fast Tizen system, high-level smart features, and quite pleasant sound that can be enhanced with a soundbar in the Q-Symphony setup. However, there were some compromises. Samsung decided to forgo a coating that expands viewing angles – and while the matte screen performs excellently during the day, a noticeable drop in brightness and loss of color intensity can be seen at greater angles. It's also unfortunate that support for HGiG disappeared with the software updates, which can be a significant downside for demanding gamers. Despite these remarks, the QN90F is still one of the best, if not the best, 4K miniLED televisions currently available. It’s a model that combines excellent picture parameters, high functionality, and modern design, while being exceptionally practical for daily use. If someone is looking for a TV for a bright living room that can handle movies, sports, and games equally well – it's hard to find a better choice today.
Advantages
Very good contrast and black levels
Amazing HDR brightness in movies
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
A lot of features for gamers, including the proprietary motion smoother Game Motion Plus
High susceptibility to image calibration
Fluid 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 the predecessor QN90D.
No DTS sound for Blu-ray home theaters
No HGiG* function
*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 because the QN90 series has long been considered premium in Samsung's offering, which is immediately apparent in its design. The sleek, graphite metal frame and single, sturdy base make the TV look elegant and modern. Although 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 slim profile. This allows the screen to sit almost flush against the wall, which looks very impressive in the living room, especially when mounted. An additional plus is the practical cable troughs that allow you to hide the cables coming from the side panel with the ports. It's hard to fault the aesthetics of the QN92F. The only less noble element is the plastic back, but that is standard in most televisions.
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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 we 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 above six digits, and sometimes even seven digits, which can be confidently considered as results nearly infinite. And indeed – in typical cinematic shots, the effect closely resembles that known from OLED TVs. Samsung deserves praise because despite a relatively "modest" number of dimming zones – 504 in the 55-inch variant (modest compared to Chinese competitors like Hisense U8Q or TCL C8K/C9K) – they managed to refine the local dimming algorithms. This is particularly noticeable 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 blacks, and we cannot speak of the absence of halo effects (slight glows around small bright objects) known from MINI-LED TVs, so QN90F still doesn't win against OLEDs. But it is definitely approaching them in a more mature and refined way than a year earlier.
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
The Samsung QN90F can truly shine in brightness. In our measurements, it achieved over 2200 nits, which directly translates to the viewing experience. Practically, this means that when a very bright scene appears in a movie – for example, the sunrise in The Meg – the screen looks as if natural light is actually shining on us. This isn’t just a number from a chart, but a real sense of image intensity! However, the TV cannot always deliver that full power. With smaller details, such as headlights or lamps, the brightness drops to 500–700 nits. This is a conscious decision by the algorithms – this way, the contrast between large and small elements is better controlled, and the image does not 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 consistent and credible. The only downside is the colors. The coverage of the DCI-P3 palette stopped 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)
Having one of the highest models of NeoQLED in the editorial office, we couldn't pass up comparing the QN90F with the best screens on the market. And we must admit – what we saw made a really good impression. Every movie scene, whether it was mastered to 4000 nits like in Pan, or to around 1000 nits like in Billy Lynn, was rendered with very high precision and excellent brightness. The television adapts wonderfully to different metadata, and a huge support comes from the very bright panel, which allows us to extract the maximum from HDR material. The only criticism can be made about the intensity of colors – there are slight gaps in coverage that make some colors lack the depth found in competitors' screens. However, it is hard to call the image inadequate, because the QN90F still delivers viewing experiences 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 detail, and more subtle details appear in the background, which can get lost in static HDR. However, this is not an advantage that completely changes the perception. If we come across a movie available in HDR10+, the viewing experience will become visually richer, but in the case of standard HDR, there is no reason to worry – the QN90F still delivers a very high-quality image, and the lack of dynamic metadata in any film will not be a real problem for it.
Static HDR10
Dynamic: HDR10+
Factory color reproduction
5/10
We tested color reproduction in the QN90F in Filmmaker mode, and as usual with Samsung TVs, this mode proves to be the best starting point right out of the box. However, this does not mean that the image is free from flaws. The white balance in SDR and HDR content was surprisingly good – the colors didn’t shift in any direction, and even in the factory setting, it looked solid. However, a problem arose with the gamma and EOTF curves, which are responsible for how the TV manages brightness. Here, the QN90F significantly brightened the entire image, causing black levels and colors to lose their intensity, and the overall effect resembled a milky filter being applied. Fortunately, Samsung, unlike many competitors in the miniLED world, provides users with a lot of tools to control the settings that we don’t find with other manufacturers, such as Chinese brands. Therefore, we decided to check if it was possible to extract the full potential of the QN90F because we know that such a high series can deliver much more.
Color reproduction after calibration
9/10
After our adjustment of the settings, the QN90F showed what it is really capable of – and it must be admitted that it has one of the best images we have seen on a miniLED screen this year. As we mentioned earlier, the white balance was not a major issue even in its factory version, but only after the gamma calibration were we able to get close to nearly reference values. The same is true for HDR content, where the EOTF curve after correction presents mature and consistent results. Indeed, in some films, it can be noticed that the smallest elements of the image are slightly brightened, and with a limited number of dimming zones, there is still a risk of the halo effect. It should be remembered, however, that such phenomena are characteristic of all miniLED televisions, and it's hard to expect miracles even from the QN90F. The most important thing is that after calibration, the television shows an image that, in terms of conveying the director's vision, confidently competes even with many OLED screens available on the market.
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 difficult to spot clear problems with color blending or visible banding. Even in demanding segments, such as the scene from the movie Green Knight, where the actor immerses himself in red water, the image appeared smooth and natural. Indeed, with careful watching, one can notice minor micro-blemishes – for example, in the grays or in very bright shots – but they do not affect the overall perception. The television performs well enough that most viewers will not 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 resolution, even SD, are boosted to a clear and sharp image, showcasing plenty of details in the background. This is a significant advantage because the television makes older content or everyday TV look much better than on most budget screens. However, the issue of overscan remains, which is the trimming of the edges of the screen that cannot be turned off in Samsungs. This can cause some subtitles on the screen to disappear or a relative's face from a wedding on a VHS tape to be slightly cropped. 😉
The digital image processing also works well. In the menu, we find a feature called "noise reduction," which can smooth out tonal transitions and improve the reception of lower-quality materials, such as from YouTube. In medium setting, the effect is the most beneficial – it does not heavily interfere with details while eliminating the "stair-stepping" problem in colors. However, it is important to remember that the feature can be quite aggressive and can also remove natural grain in older films, so it's best to use it in moderation.
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%
The QN90F is equipped with a panel that has a maximum refresh rate of 165 Hz, and while primarily PC gamers will appreciate this advantage, it is 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 plays a more significant role here. With the "Motion Clarity" setting, we can adjust the image to our own preferences. The blur reduction option is responsible for smoothness and trailing in sports. Meanwhile, the "judder reduction" function improves motion smoothness in productions recorded at 24 frames, such as movies and series. If we set it high, the film looks smoother and more fluid than it was actually filmed. Lower values, on the other hand, maintain 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 motion blur, the situation is quite atypical. At native resolution and refresh rate of 4K@165 Hz, the QN90F displays slight blurring typical of VA panels, but it is not particularly bothersome. Things get more interesting with 120 Hz content – objects moving extremely quickly can appear to have double outlines. The effect somewhat resembles the operation of BFI mode, and although it's hard to notice from a typical viewing distance, when watching sports up close, you can see 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 television for gamers. Things like four HDMI ports, VRR, ALLM, and a refresh rate of up to 165 Hz don't need to be reminded to anyone. It deserves high praise for the Game Motion Plus mode, which is a proprietary motion smoothing feature 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 televisions – competitive systems usually do not offer this – and that's why Samsung has had a strong bargaining chip among gamers for years, even despite the lack of support for the still niche Dolby Vision in games.
So why are we writing about a “nearly” perfect screen? Unfortunately, like in the latest Samsung models, we noticed a problem with the lack of HGiG support. This is a solution that allows the television to leave the control of tone mapping to the console so that games look exactly as the creators intended. Worse, this feature was previously present and disappeared after software updates. Instead of minor improvements, we got a step back. It's a pity, because without this shortcoming, the QN90F could truly be the perfect choice for gamers in the miniLED category.
SAMSUNG QN90F - Input lag
9.6/10
The input lag on the QN90F is very low. For 120 Hz content, it is 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. However, regardless of resolution or refresh rate, you can count on the QN90F always responding quickly and responsively to our movements on the gamepad 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 works 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 such as G-Sync and AMD FreeSync Premium Pro, so gameplay is smooth and very responsive. Office work performs just as well – font readability is high due to proper chroma handling. However, we noticed that switching the refresh rate from 165 Hz to 120 Hz significantly improves the readability of very dark text and thin lines. Therefore, if someone wants to use the QN90F as a monitor for work, 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 VA panels. It's a bit of a shame that Samsung opted out of additional coatings to widen the viewing angles in this model – likely at the cost of using a matte panel. The effect is that with a greater deviation from the center, the drop in brightness is quite significant, and colors lose their intensity. This is a compromise that must be considered 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 admitted that this change is immediately noticeable. During the day, the screen behaves completely differently than typical LCD televisions – reflections are heavily suppressed, glares almost disappear, so there is no need to constantly cover the windows or fuss with furniture placement. Colors in a bright room look natural, although their intensity can slightly decrease under very strong lighting. However, this is not something that significantly ruins the viewing experience – rather a small price to pay for the comfort of watching in sunlight. Additionally, the average SDR brightness of around 700 nits makes the television easily "cut through" even in very sunny living rooms. It's hard to give a better recommendation: if someone is looking for a miniLED 4K television that can handle a heavily sunlit living room, the QN90F is one of the most reliable 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 model, it is clear that it has reached a point where it is really hard to find fault. The system runs smoothly, responds quickly to commands, and does not lag with more demanding applications. If someone uses an iPhone – there is AirPlay and screen mirroring. If someone has an Android phone – there will be no problem either. Additionally, there is a voice assistant that understands commands in several languages, including Polish, so you can start a movie or change the channel without reaching for the remote. Interestingly, there is also integration with Microsoft's Coopilot and AI features, but SmartThings proves to be much more practical – thanks to it, the television can become the center of the home ecosystem, connecting not only Samsung devices but also, for example, Philips Hue light bulbs.
Classic Features
The QN90F can also function as a regular television. We can forget about recording to USB, but instead, we get PIP mode, or picture-in-picture – a function that is rarely seen today. Thanks to it, you can simultaneously follow a match and a series, which can save the evening in many households. Additionally, there is a clear EPG guide and a small remote that charges with light (so batteries are not 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 in the QN90F performs quite well. It supports most popular audio and video formats and easily plays graphic files such as JPEG or PNG. The problem arises with files in the HEIC format – a type of high-quality photo standard used by iPhones. In theory, the television should support them, as they appear on the list of compatible formats, but in practice, attempting to open a HEIC file can freeze the entire system and necessitate a power reset. It's a rather strange situation and another small glitch that shouldn't occur in equipment of this class. On the other hand, one can be very satisfied because 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 performs really well. Despite the slim design of the TV, there's a slight bass that adds depth to the sound. The speaker system works in a 4.2.2 configuration and offers a total power of 60 W – for built-in audio, this is quite a 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 is best to choose one that supports Q-Symphony technology – thanks to this, the TV and soundbar play simultaneously, resulting in a fuller and definitely more cinematic experience.
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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