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Samsung Neo QLED QN85C (2023) vs Sony BRAVIA XG95

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SamsungNeo QLED QN85C (2023)SonyBRAVIA XG95
Overview
Released20232019
Display
PanelMini-LEDLED LCD
Panel detailQuantum-dot LCD with Quantum Matrix Technology Mini LED backlight in all four UK maker tables.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 extrasNeo Quantum HDR and HDR10+ Adaptive and Gaming are specified in all four UK maker tables; Dolby Vision is not supported.–
Colour rangeSamsung claims 100% Colour Volume with Quantum Dot in all four UK maker tables.–
Picture processingNeural Quantum Processor 4K upscaling, Supreme UHD Dimming, Real Depth Enhancer and Auto HDR Remastering in all four UK maker tables.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 modesFilmmaker Mode and Smart Calibration Basic in all four UK maker tables.–
Motion handlingSamsung specifies 120 Hz refresh and Motion Xcelerator Turbo+ in all four UK maker tables.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 angleWide Viewing Angle in all four UK maker tables.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 (all HDMI 2.1 at 4K 120 Hz+)4 (0 HDMI 2.1 at 4K 120 Hz+)
Variable refresh rateFreeSync Premium ProNone
Auto low latency modeYes–
HDMI detailFour HDMI inputs, all specified for 4K 120 Hz in each UK maker table. eARC and HDMI-CEC are also listed. UK 65-inch and US 65-inch reviews describe four HDMI 2.1 ports; maker tables do not state the HDMI protocol version for every size.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 featuresALLM, FreeSync Premium Pro, Game Motion Plus, Dynamic Black EQ, Super Ultra Wide Game View, Mini Map Zoom and HGiG in all four UK maker tables.Game mode; no HDMI VRR.
Cloud gamingSamsung Gaming Hub is listed for the UK; compatible controllers, internet and service subscriptions may be required.–
Smart TV and sound
Smart TV platformTizenAndroid TV
ProcessorNeural Quantum Processor 4KPicture Processor X1 Ultimate
Speakers60 W, 2.2.2 channels20 W, 2.0 channels
Dolby AtmosYes–
eARCYesYes
Wi-FiWi-Fi 5802.11a/b/g/n/ac
BluetoothBluetooth 5.24.2
Speaker detail60 W, 2.2.2 channels with woofer and Object Tracking Sound 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 Atmos, Q-Symphony, Active Voice Amplifier and Adaptive Sound+ in all four UK maker tables.–
Voice assistantsBixby and Alexa built in; compatible Alexa and Google Assistant speakers are also listed in the UK maker tables.–
CastingSmartThings, TV and phone mirroring, Tap View, app casting and Multi View for up to two videos.Chromecast built in, per Sony UK specifications.
Software updatesUK maker specification tables list security updates until 31 December 2028.–
TV tunersTwin DVB-T2/C/S2 tuners, analogue tuner and CI+ 1.4, with USB recording and time shift in the UK maker tables.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-A inputs in all four UK maker tables.Three USB inputs, including USB HDD recording and media playback.
EthernetOne Ethernet LAN input.One LAN input.
Optical audio outOne optical digital audio output.One optical digital audio output.
Design and power
SizeWithout stand, width × height × depth by UK size: 55-inch 1227.4 × 705.6 × 25.9 mm; 65-inch 1446.3 × 828.7 × 25.9 mm; 75-inch 1670.0 × 957.4 × 26.7 mm; 85-inch 1892.2 × 1081.9 × 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.
StandBright Silver Hexagon Plate stand. With-stand weights: 55-inch 20.2 kg; 65-inch 27.3 kg; 75-inch 39.9 kg; 85-inch 49.3 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.
VESA pattern55-inch 200 × 200 mm; 65-inch 400 × 300 mm; 75-inch 400 × 400 mm; 85-inch 600 × 400 mm.–
Power useMaximum by UK size: 55-inch 200 W; 65-inch 245 W; 75-inch 250 W; 85-inch 335 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-inch; D for 65, 75 and 85-inch.–
ColoursBright Silver front and stand in all four UK maker tables.–
In the boxThe UK 55-inch maker table lists a TM2360E remote, power cable, user manual and e-manual. A precise UK first-sale month was not established.–

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