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Samsung Neo QLED QN85A (2021) vs Sony BRAVIA XG95

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SamsungNeo QLED QN85A (2021)SonyBRAVIA XG95
Overview
Released20212019
Display
PanelLED LCDLED LCD
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.Direct LED backlight with full-array local dimming and Triluminos colour. Sony lists X-Wide Angle viewing technology for the 75 and 85-inch UK models only. X-Motion Clarity is processing, not a published native refresh rate.
Resolution3840 × 2160 (4K)3840 × 2160 (4K)
Refresh rate120 Hz–
HDR formatsHDR10, HDR10+, HLGHDR10, HLG, Dolby Vision
Peak brightness–Expert Reviews measured 1,100 nits on a 10% HDR window after D65 calibration on its 65-inch UK sample; this is a reviewer measurement, not a Sony series figure.
HDR extrasSamsung's Quantum HDR 24X is a product label, not a measured nit figure for every size. Dolby Vision is unsupported.–
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 X-Reality PRO, dual database processing, Object-based Super Resolution, Object-based HDR remaster, X-tended Dynamic Range PRO and X-Motion Clarity.
Picture modesFilm, Natural and Filmmaker Mode in all four UK maker tables.–
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.Sony UK lists X-Motion Clarity but no exact native Hz in the reviewed size sheets. Expert Reviews found strong 24 fps film handling and motion resolution on its 65-inch sample.
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.The 55 and 65-inch models lack X-Wide Angle; AVForums and Expert Reviews found contrast degrades off-axis on those sizes. Sony lists viewing-angle enhancement on the 75 and 85-inch models.
Sizes
Sizes55, 65, 75, 85″55, 65, 75, 85″
Largest size85″85″
Gaming
HDMI ports4 (1 HDMI 2.1 at 4K 120 Hz+)4 (0 HDMI 2.1 at 4K 120 Hz+)
Variable refresh rateFreeSync Premium ProNone
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.Four full-bandwidth HDMI 2.0b inputs with HDCP 2.3; eARC on HDMI 3, per Sony UK and Expert Reviews. No 4K 120 Hz HDMI 2.1 input.
Input lag–Expert Reviews measured 21 ms in both 1080p SDR and 4K HDR Game mode on its 65-inch sample.
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 mode; no HDMI VRR.
Smart TV and sound
Smart TV platformTizenAndroid TV
ProcessorNeo Quantum Processor 4KPicture Processor X1 Ultimate
Speakers60 W, 2.2.2 channels20 W, 2.0 channels
eARC–Yes
Wi-FiWi-Fi 5802.11a/b/g/n/ac
BluetoothBluetooth 5.24.2
Speaker detailSamsung specifies 60 W, 2.2.2 channels and woofer in all four UK maker tables.Sony's Acoustic Multi-Audio combines two full-range bass-reflex drivers and two rear sound-positioning tweeters; the UK 55-inch sheet rates audio output at 10 W + 10 W.
Audio featuresDolby Digital Plus, Object Tracking Sound, Q-Symphony, Active Voice Amplifier and Adaptive Sound+ in all four UK maker tables.–
Voice assistantsBixby, Google Assistant and Alexa compatibility in all UK maker tables; current service support can differ.–
CastingSmartThings, mobile mirroring, Tap View, Multi View, DLNA and Wi-Fi Direct in the UK maker tables.Chromecast built in, per Sony UK specifications.
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.Sony UK lists DVB-T/T2 terrestrial, DVB-C cable and DVB-S/S2 satellite tuners, with two digital terrestrial/cable and two satellite tuners.
USBTwo USB inputs in all four UK maker tables.Three USB inputs, including USB HDD recording and media playback.
EthernetEthernet LAN built in.One LAN input.
Optical audio outOne optical digital audio output.One optical digital audio output.
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), Sony UK sheets: 55″ 1228 × 709 × 69 mm; 65″ 1447 × 832 × 69 mm; 85″ 1910 × 1099 × 73 mm. Configuration weights also exclude stands. The 75-inch dimensions and weight are omitted without a verified exact sheet value.
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.Wide-set outward feet with cable channels; VESA 300 × 300 mm for 55/65″ and 400 × 400 mm for 85″. AVForums found the 55-inch feet require a stand about 1 m wide.
Power useMaximum by UK maker size: 55-inch 200 W; 65-inch 245 W; 75-inch 250 W; 85-inch 320 W.Sony UK rates the 55-inch model at 256 W and 145 W standard operation, the 85-inch at 438 W and 282 W respectively; these are size-specific maker figures.
Energy classUK maker A–G scale: F for 55 and 65-inch; E for 75 and 85-inch.–
ColoursEclipse Silver front and Frost Silver stand in all four UK maker tables.–
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.–

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