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Samsung QN900B Neo QLED TV Review

True Score

86
92
10

Experts

91
225

Consumers

Expert Rankings

The Samsung QN900B Neo QLED TV is a top-tier 8K TV for tech enthusiasts seeking cutting-edge technology. It’s not cheap, but worth it if you’re looking for the latest in picture quality, especially in brightly-lit rooms.

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Overview

The Samsung QN900B Neo QLED TV is an 8K LED TV introduced in early 2022 in sizes up to 85 inches. It uses a mini LED backlight and microscopic quantum dots, with up to 900 local dimming zones.

Its 144 Hz refresh rate and low-lag game mode make it an attractive choice for gamers. Like many of the best TVs out now, it uses a very thin design with an almost bezel-less display that creates a floating picture effect.

Inputs include an Ethernet port, a cable jack, digital optical audio out, 3 USB ports, and 4 HDMI 2.1 ports. While 8K content availability is limited, the QN900B’s processor uses sophisticated upscaling algorithms to display 4K and full HD inputs with added sharpness and resolution.

Positioned as a flagship TV, it highlights Samsung’s commitment to innovation and quality

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our Verdict

The Samsung QN900B Neo QLED TV is very bright, offering up to about 1,197 cd/m² real scene peak brightness. It provides a generous variety of inputs, including HDMI ports, making it suitable for connecting multiple devices.

The 1532:1 native contrast isn’t as high as some other Samsung TVs, but its QLED technology delivers impressive black levels and minimizes reflections for an immersive viewing experience.

Image quality remains sharp across a wide viewing angle. The high HDR peak brightness and wide color gamut make HDR content a joy. The tested 144 Hz refresh rate ensures smooth PC gameplay, and there’s no discernable blurring of fast-moving scenes.

The QN900B’s local dimming feature helps control blooming, enhancing picture quality and minimizing distractions. Still, some blooming is noticeable in mostly dark scenes, and this TV doesn’t preserve black detail as well as some competitors.

True Score

86

Reasons to Buy

  • Great picture quality
    • Its 8K resolution and 900 local dimming zones make for a vibrant picture for cinematic home theater, as does the wide color gamut with over 93% DCI P3 color space representation, which is above average for its class.

  • Excellent brightness
    • Brightness was tested over 1100 cd/m2, in the top 20% of its category.

  • Good motion handling
    • Its 144 Hz refresh rate is higher than most and makes it suitable for PC and console gaming, helping fast action scenes appear smooth and without flip-book effect

Reasons to Avoid

  • Mediocre-performing built-in speakers
    • The QN900B’s built-in speakers aren’t as powerful as some competitors’

  • Inconveniently placed input ports
    • Accessing the HDMI and USB ports can be challenging if the TV is mounted flush to a wall

  • Limited 8K content
    • While its 8K resolution is a selling point, most users will see little benefit when displaying 4K or HD content

Specifications

Backlight TypeBacklight TypeFull-Array
Display TypeQLED
HDMI Inputs4
HDR FormatHDR10+
HomeKit CompatibleHomeKit CompatibleYes
LED Panel TypeLED Panel TypeQLED
Max Resolution7860 x 4320
Refresh Rate120 Hz
Screen size65", 75", 85"
Smart PlatformSmart PlatformTizen
Sync TechnologySync TechnologyAdaptive Sync, AMD FreeSync, G-Sync
VRRVRRYes

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Test Results

Color Gamut % (DCI P3 xy)95.36
Color Gamut % (Rec 2020 xy)65.53
Color Gamut % (Rec 2020 xy)65.53
Color Gamut % (Rec 2020 uv)71.26
Color Gamut % (sRGB)0
Color Gamut % (Rec 709)0
Color Gamut % (BT.2020)0
Color Gamut % (Adobe RGB)0
Color Gamut % (BT.709)0
Contrast Ratio (x:1)191,400
Brightness (nits)724
HDR Brightness (nits)3,033.33
Input Lag (ms)9.5
Response Time (ms)7.2
Viewing Angle (Degrees)0
Color Washout (Degrees)34
Color Shift (Degrees)21
Brightness Loss (Degrees)48
Reflections (%)2.6
Low-Freq Extension (Hz)106.79
Freq Response StdDev @ 70db2.42
Freq Response StdDev @ 80db2.12
Weighted Total Harmonic Distortion @80db0.18

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Market Context

The Samsung QN900B Neo QLED TV is an 8K LED TV introduced in early 2022 in sizes up to 85 inches. It uses a mini…

The Samsung QN900B Neo QLED TV is an 8K LED TV introduced in early 2022 in sizes up to 85 inches. It uses a mini LED backlight and microscopic quantum dots, with up to 900 local dimming zones.

Its 144 Hz refresh rate and low-lag game mode make it an attractive choice for gamers. Like many of the best TVs out now, it uses a very thin design with an almost bezel-less display that creates a floating picture effect.

Inputs include an Ethernet port, a cable jack, digital optical audio out, 3 USB ports, and 4 HDMI 2.1 ports. While 8K content availability is limited, the QN900B’s processor uses sophisticated upscaling algorithms to display 4K and full HD inputs with added sharpness and resolution.

Positioned as a flagship TV, it highlights Samsung’s commitment to innovation and quality

Like Samsung’s QN900B Neo QLED TV, the QN90B is an impressive performer with low input lag and HDMI 2.1 support. The main difference is that…

Like Samsung’s QN900B Neo QLED TV, the QN90B is an impressive performer with low input lag and HDMI 2.1 support. The main difference is that while the QN90B tops out at 4K resolution, the QN900B is a high-end 8K TV. Both models employ QLED technology with quantum dots. The QN900B also boasts a refresh rate of up to 144 Hz, making it great for gaming. On the other hand, the QN90B costs significantly less and still offers a fantastic HDR experience, low input lag and fast pixel response time, making it suitable for gaming and sports in a well-lit room. See our Samsung QN90B NEO QLED TV review for more details. Or, for another alternative, check out our Samsung QN85B NEO QLED TV review.

LG’s C2 OLED TV is a strong alternative, bringing ultra-high contrast and deeper blacks. The C2 features self-emissive OLED pixels, offering perfect black levels and…

LG’s C2 OLED TV is a strong alternative, bringing ultra-high contrast and deeper blacks. The C2 features self-emissive OLED pixels, offering perfect black levels and near-infinite contrast, producing exceptional picture quality for movie enthusiasts. However, the Samsung QN900B Neo gets significantly brighter and may work better in bright rooms.

Another worthy rival is Sony’s A90J OLED TV, which boasts self-emissive OLED technology and provides excellent picture clarity and color accuracy. While the QN900B offers…

Another worthy rival is Sony’s A90J OLED TV, which boasts self-emissive OLED technology and provides excellent picture clarity and color accuracy. While the QN900B offers 8K resolution, the availability of native 8K content is still limited. For more choices, check out our Hisense U80G review, or our list of the best TCL TVs available now.

Compared to the earlier QN900A QLED TV, the current model has similar brightness, contrast, resolution, and picture quality. The QN900B Neo offers a faster 144Hz…

Compared to the earlier QN900A QLED TV, the current model has similar brightness, contrast, resolution, and picture quality. The QN900B Neo offers a faster 144Hz refresh rate and improved response time.

Backlight Type

Full-Array

Full-Array

Direct Lit

Motion Activated

Full-Array

Display Type

QLED

LED

OLED

OLED

LED

HDMI Inputs

4

4

4

2

4

HDR Format

HDR10+

HDR10, HDR10+, HLG

Dolby Vision, HDR10, HDR10+, HLG

Yes

HDR10+

HomeKit Compatible

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

LED Panel Type

QLED

Neo QLED

OLED

WOLED

Neo QLED

Dig Deeper

Read review →: Samsung QN90B Neo QLED TV Review Read review →: LG C2 OLED TV Review Read review →: Sony A90J OLED Review Read review →: Samsung QN900A 8K QLED Review

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Score Card

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Expert Score

92

*.75

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Customer Score

91

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True Score

86

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Expert Score Breakdown

  • Rtings
    A

    Trust Score

    84
    PROS Amazing peak brightness and excellent reflection handling to overcome glare. Okay viewing angle, so… read more

    By:

    Kelsey Linhares
  • Trusted Reviews
    D

    Trust Score

    100
    If you’ve got deep enough pockets, the QE75QN900B is a mind-boggling showcase of what LCD… read more

    By:

    John Archer
  • Techradar
    D

    Trust Score

    88
    Once again, Samsung’s QN900B Neo QLED 8K TV has set the benchmark for Mini LED… read more

    By:

    Stephen Lambrechts
  • Pocket Lint
    F

    Trust Score

    100
    The Samsung QN900B is an exceptional Neo QLED 8K HDR TV that takes its panel’s… read more

    By:

    Steve Withers
  • What Hifi
    F

    Trust Score

    100
    The QE75QN900B is so much more than just a massive load of pixels – from… read more

    By:

    John Archer
  • Techhive
    F

    Trust Score

    98
    The QN900B is one of our favorite 8K UHD TVs. Excellent upscaling, accurate color, and… read more

    By:

    Jon Jacobi

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