Samsung Neo QLED QN85F (2025) vs TCL Q7D

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Neo QLED QN85F (2025) compared with Q7D
SamsungNeo QLED QN85F (2025)TCLQ7D
Overview
Released2025July 2026
Display
PanelMini-LEDRGB Mini-LED
Panel detailSamsung Neo QLED quantum-dot LCD with Quantum Matrix Technology Plus Mini LED backlight in all four UK maker tables.RGB-Mini LED with Precise Colour Zones on an HVA Pro panel with a 0.5% low-reflection film
Resolution3840 × 2160 (4K)3840 × 2160 (4K)
Refresh rate144 Hz144 Hz
HDR formatsHDR10, HDR10+, HLGDolby Vision, HDR10, HDR10+, HLG
HDR extrasSamsung specifies Neo Quantum HDR+ and HDR10+ Adaptive and Gaming. Choose.tv's exact-series test confirms HDR10 and HLG support; Dolby Vision is absent.Dolby Vision IQ, IMAX Enhanced
Screen finish–Low-reflection film (0.5% reflectivity, TCL)
Peak brightness–Up to 2,000 nits HDR peak (TCL)
Colour range–Up to 100% BT.2020 (TCL)
Picture processing4K AI Upscaling, Supreme UHD Dimming, Real Depth Enhancer, HDR Brightness Optimizer, Colour Booster Pro and Auto HDR Remastering in all four UK maker tables.AI ClarityMaster, AI ContrastMaster, AI ColourMaster, AI MotionMaster; ambient light adaptation
Picture modesFilmmaker Mode and Smart Calibration Basic in all four UK maker tables.–
Motion handlingSamsung lists 100 Hz standard refresh with up to 144 Hz at 4K for PC content; 4K 120 Hz VRR is also supported on consoles.MEMC
Viewing angleSamsung specifies Wide Viewing Angle; both full reviews noted weaker off-axis contrast or colour on their test sets.–
Sizes
Sizes55, 65, 75, 85″65, 75, 85″
Largest size85″85″
Gaming
HDMI ports4 (all HDMI 2.1 at 4K 120 Hz+)4 (all HDMI 2.1 at 4K 120 Hz+)
Variable refresh rateHDMI VRR, FreeSync Premium ProHDMI VRR, FreeSync Premium Pro
Auto low latency modeYes–
HDMI detailFour HDMI inputs, each explicitly specified for 4K 144 Hz in all four UK maker tables. eARC and HDMI-CEC are also listed; independent QN85F tests identify the inputs as HDMI 2.1.4 × HDMI 2.1; 4K 144Hz and the 288Hz VRR Game Accelerator on HDMI 1, 2, 3 and 4; eARC
Variable refresh range–Up to 288 Hz (288 VRR Game Accelerator)
Game featuresVRR, ALLM, FreeSync Premium Pro, Game Motion Plus, Dynamic Black EQ, Super Ultra Wide Game View, Mini Map Zoom, HGiG and AI Auto Game Mode in all four UK maker tables.Game Master, Gamebar, FreeSync Premium Pro
Cloud gamingSamsung Gaming Hub is listed for the UK; internet, a compatible controller and separate service subscriptions may be required.–
Smart TV and sound
Smart TV platformTizenGoogle TV
ProcessorNQ4 AI Gen2 ProcessorTSR AiPQ Processor
Speakers40 W, 2.2 channels2.1 channels
Dolby AtmosYesYes
eARCYesYes
Wi-FiWi-Fi 5Wi-Fi 6
BluetoothBluetooth 5.35.4
Speaker detail40 W, 2.2 channels with Object Tracking Sound Lite in all four UK maker tables.ONKYO 2.1 Hi-Fi System with a subwoofer
Audio featuresDolby Atmos, Q-Symphony, Active Voice Amplifier Pro, Adaptive Sound Pro and 360 Audio.Dolby Atmos, DTS Virtual:X, AI Sound, Tutti Choral with TCL soundbars
Voice assistantsBixby and Alexa built in; the UK tables also list compatible Alexa and Google Assistant speakers.Hands-free voice control; Google Assistant built in
CastingApple AirPlay, SmartThings, TV and phone mirroring, Tap View and Multi View for up to two videos.Google Cast, AirPlay 2, Miracast
Software updatesUK maker specification tables list security updates until 31 December 2030.–
TV tunersDVB-T2/C/S2 and analogue tuner, CI+ 1.4 and UK HbbTV 2.0.4. The UK tables list USB recording; a Polish review found it unavailable on its regional test unit.–
USBTwo USB-A inputs in all four UK maker tables.–
EthernetOne Ethernet LAN input.–
Optical audio outOne optical digital audio output.–
Design and power
SizeWithout stand, width × height × depth by UK size: 55-inch 1227.6 × 706.4 × 46.1 mm; 65-inch 1446.5 × 829.5 × 46.3 mm; 75-inch 1670.2 × 958.2 × 46.7 mm; 85-inch 1892.4 × 1082.9 × 47.0 mm. Configuration weights exclude stand.Without stand, 65″ 1444 × 832 × 56 mm; 75″ 1666 × 960 × 57 mm; 85″ 1888 × 1084 × 58 mm
StandEclipse Silver Metal Aero Center stand. With-stand weights: 55-inch 18.0 kg; 65-inch 24.0 kg; 75-inch 33.9 kg; 85-inch 43.6 kg.Feet; 869 mm (65″), 995 mm (75″) or 1124 mm (85″) tall and 369, 367 or 379 mm deep on them
VESA pattern55-inch 200 × 200 mm; 65-inch 400 × 300 mm; 75-inch 400 × 400 mm; 85-inch 600 × 400 mm.65″ and 75″ 300 × 300 mm; 85″ 600 × 400 mm
Power useMaximum by UK size: 55-inch 180 W; 65-inch 240 W; 75-inch 270 W; 85-inch 340 W.On mode SDR/HDR, 75″ 107/370 W; 85″ 103/396 W; 0.5 W standby, 2.0 W networked standby
Energy classF for all four sizes on the UK maker A–G scale.SDR: E (75″), D (85″); HDR: G
Warranty–2 years
ColoursEclipse Silver front and stand in all four UK maker tables.–
In the boxThe UK 55-inch maker table lists a TM2360E remote, an additional TM1240A remote for the UK, power cable and user manual. Samsung UK confirmed the QN85F line was available to buy or pre-order in May 2025 but did not state its first on-sale day.–

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