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Samsung Neo QLED QN85A (2021) vs Samsung Neo QLED QN85D

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SamsungNeo QLED QN85A (2021)SamsungNeo QLED QN85D
Overview
Released2021April 2024
Display
PanelLED LCDMini-LED
Panel detailMini LED backlit quantum-dot LCD with Quantum Matrix Technology in all four UK maker tables. T3 identified an IPS-type panel on its UK 55-inch test unit; panel type for other UK sizes is not assumed.Quantum dot LCD with Mini LED backlight and Quantum Matrix Technology
Resolution3840 × 2160 (4K)3840 × 2160 (4K)
Refresh rate120 Hz120 Hz
HDR formatsHDR10, HDR10+, HLGHDR10, HDR10+, HLG
HDR extrasSamsung's Quantum HDR 24X is a product label, not a measured nit figure for every size. Dolby Vision is unsupported.Neo Quantum HDR; HDR10+ Adaptive and Gaming
Colour rangeSamsung's 100% Colour Volume claim in all four UK maker tables.–
Picture processingNeo Quantum Processor 4K AI Picture and upscaling, Supreme UHD Dimming, Contrast Enhancer and Picture Quality Index 4300 in all four UK maker tables. PQI is not native refresh Hz.4K AI Upscaling, Real Depth Enhancer, Auto HDR Remastering, HDR Brightness Optimizer and Supreme UHD Dimming; Supersize Picture Enhancer on 85″
Picture modesFilm, Natural and Filmmaker Mode in all four UK maker tables.Filmmaker Mode; Smart Calibration Basic
Motion handlingSamsung UK confirms 4K 120 Hz Game Mode on HDMI 4 for all four UK configurations; T3's 55-inch test reports 120 Hz panel operation.Motion Xcelerator 120Hz; UK tables label the standard refresh rate 100Hz and specify 4K 120Hz on all four HDMI inputs
Viewing angleSamsung specifies Wide Viewing Angle on 55, 65 and 75-inch UK models and Ultra Viewing Angle on 85-inch. T3's UK 55-inch test found wide off-axis viewing.Wide Viewing Angle
Sizes
Sizes55, 65, 75, 85″55, 65, 75, 85″
Largest size85″85″
Gaming
HDMI ports4 (1 HDMI 2.1 at 4K 120 Hz+)4 (all HDMI 2.1 at 4K 120 Hz+)
Variable refresh rateFreeSync Premium ProHDMI VRR, FreeSync Premium Pro
Auto low latency mode–Yes
HDMI detailFour HDMI inputs and eARC in all four UK maker tables. Samsung UK identifies HDMI 4 as the 4K 120 Hz input for each configuration.4K 120Hz on HDMI 1/2/3/4; eARC and Anynet+ HDMI-CEC
Game featuresFreeSync Premium Pro in all four UK maker tables. T3 confirmed 4K 120 Hz and variable refresh operation on its UK 55-inch set.Game Motion Plus, Dynamic Black EQ, Super Ultra Wide Game View, Mini Map Zoom, Surround Sound, HGiG and light synchronisation
Cloud gaming–Samsung Gaming Hub; compatible controller, internet connection and separate service subscriptions may be required
Smart TV and sound
Smart TV platformTizenTizen
ProcessorNeo Quantum Processor 4KNQ4 AI Gen2 Processor
Speakers60 W, 2.2.2 channels40 W, 2.2 channels
Dolby Atmos–Yes
eARC–Yes
Wi-FiWi-Fi 5Wi-Fi 5
BluetoothBluetooth 5.25.2
Speaker detailSamsung specifies 60 W, 2.2.2 channels and woofer in all four UK maker tables.Object Tracking Sound Lite (OTS Lite)
Audio featuresDolby Digital Plus, Object Tracking Sound, Q-Symphony, Active Voice Amplifier and Adaptive Sound+ in all four UK maker tables.Q-Symphony, Active Voice Amplifier Pro, Adaptive Sound Pro, 360 Audio and Audio Pre-selection Descriptor
Voice assistantsBixby, Google Assistant and Alexa compatibility in all UK maker tables; current service support can differ.Bixby and Alexa built in, with far-field voice; works with Alexa and Google Assistant speakers
CastingSmartThings, mobile mirroring, Tap View, Multi View, DLNA and Wi-Fi Direct in the UK maker tables.Apple AirPlay, Tap View, TV/mobile screen mirroring and sound mirroring; Multi View for up to two videos
Software updates–UK specification tables list security updates until 31 December 2029
TV tunersTwin DVB-T2/C/S2 digital tuners, analogue tuner, CI+ 1.4, UK HbbTV 2.0.2 and MHEG 5, programme guide, USB recording and time shift.Twin DVB-T2/C/S2 and analogue; CI+ 1.4; HbbTV 2.0.3
USBTwo USB inputs in all four UK maker tables.2 × USB-A
EthernetEthernet LAN built in.1 × LAN
Optical audio outOne optical digital audio output.1 × optical audio out
Design and power
SizeWithout stand, width × height × depth from separate UK maker tables: 55-inch 1227.4 × 706.2 × 26.9 mm; 65-inch 1446.3 × 829.3 × 26.9 mm; 75-inch 1670.4 × 958.2 × 27.7 mm; 85-inch 1892.2 × 1082.5 × 27.2 mm. Configuration weights exclude stand.Without stand (W × H × D): 55″ 1227.6 x 706.4 x 46.1 mm; 65″ 1446.5 x 829.5 x 46.3 mm; 75″ 1670.2 x 958.2 x 46.7 mm; 85″ 1892.4 x 1082.9 x 47.0 mm
StandCentral Floating Plate stand. With-stand weights: 55-inch 20.8 kg; 65-inch 28.1 kg; 75-inch 40.9 kg; 85-inch 51.6 kg.Carbon Silver One Touch Hexagon pedestal; Simple Chamfer design
VESA pattern–55″ 200 x 200 mm; 65″ 400 x 300 mm; 75″ 400 x 400 mm; 85″ 600 x 400 mm
Power useMaximum by UK maker size: 55-inch 200 W; 65-inch 245 W; 75-inch 250 W; 85-inch 320 W.Typical/max: 55″ 80.0 W/195 W; 65″ 102 W/250 W; 75″ 121 W/330 W; 85″ 143 W/380 W; 0.50 W standby
Energy classUK maker A–G scale: F for 55 and 65-inch; E for 75 and 85-inch.55″ G; 65/75/85″ F
ColoursEclipse Silver front and Frost Silver stand in all four UK maker tables.Carbon Silver
In the boxSamsung's UK tables list TM2180E Smart Control, power cable, manual and e-manual. A precise UK first-sale month was not established.TM2360E remote controller, power cable and user manual. Samsung’s US 12 April 2024 notice confirms the series was on sale that month; UK April coverage still described pre-orders, so this release month is not a UK first-sale claim

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