Samsung · Neo QLED

Neo QLED QN85C (2023)

Released 2023

A 2023 UK 4K Mini LED TV series in 55, 65, 75 and 85-inch sizes, with four 4K 120 Hz HDMI inputs.

Sizes: 55–85″
Panel: Mini-LED
Refresh: 120 Hz
HDR: HDR10+
HDMI 2.1: 4 of 4
Software: Tizen

What reviewers say

Tech Advisor's UK 65-inch test and TechRadar's 65-inch test both praised the QN85C's deep blacks, capable HDR picture and responsive 4K 120 Hz gaming. TechRadar saw some backlight blooming and judged its brightness and value less competitive than alternatives. Tech Advisor was more positive about the built-in sound, while TechRadar found its bass limited.

From techadvisor.com and techradar.com

Specifications

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Display

Panel: Mini-LED
Panel detail: Quantum-dot LCD with Quantum Matrix Technology Mini LED backlight in all four UK maker tables.
Resolution: 3840 × 2160 (4K)
Refresh rate: 120 Hz
HDR formats: HDR10, HDR10+, HLG
HDR extras: Neo Quantum HDR and HDR10+ Adaptive and Gaming are specified in all four UK maker tables; Dolby Vision is not supported.
Colour range: Samsung claims 100% Colour Volume with Quantum Dot in all four UK maker tables.
Picture processing: Neural Quantum Processor 4K upscaling, Supreme UHD Dimming, Real Depth Enhancer and Auto HDR Remastering in all four UK maker tables.
Picture modes: Filmmaker Mode and Smart Calibration Basic in all four UK maker tables.
Motion handling: Samsung specifies 120 Hz refresh and Motion Xcelerator Turbo+ in all four UK maker tables.
Viewing angle: Wide Viewing Angle in all four UK maker tables.

Sizes

Sizes: 55, 65, 75, 85″
Largest size: 85″

Gaming

HDMI ports: 4 (all HDMI 2.1 at 4K 120 Hz+)
Variable refresh rate: FreeSync Premium Pro
Auto low latency mode: Yes
HDMI detail: Four 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.
Game features: ALLM, 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.
Cloud gaming: Samsung Gaming Hub is listed for the UK; compatible controllers, internet and service subscriptions may be required.

Smart TV and sound

Smart TV platform: Tizen
Processor: Neural Quantum Processor 4K
Speakers: 60 W, 2.2.2 channels
Dolby Atmos: Yes
eARC: Yes
Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi 5
Bluetooth: Bluetooth 5.2
Speaker detail: 60 W, 2.2.2 channels with woofer and Object Tracking Sound in all four UK maker tables.
Audio features: Dolby Atmos, Q-Symphony, Active Voice Amplifier and Adaptive Sound+ in all four UK maker tables.
Voice assistants: Bixby and Alexa built in; compatible Alexa and Google Assistant speakers are also listed in the UK maker tables.
Casting: SmartThings, TV and phone mirroring, Tap View, app casting and Multi View for up to two videos.
Software updates: UK maker specification tables list security updates until 31 December 2028.
TV tuners: Twin DVB-T2/C/S2 tuners, analogue tuner and CI+ 1.4, with USB recording and time shift in the UK maker tables.
USB: Two USB-A inputs in all four UK maker tables.
Ethernet: One Ethernet LAN input.
Optical audio out: One optical digital audio output.

Design and power

Size: Without 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.
Stand: Bright 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.
VESA pattern: 55-inch 200 × 200 mm; 65-inch 400 × 300 mm; 75-inch 400 × 400 mm; 85-inch 600 × 400 mm.
Power use: Maximum by UK size: 55-inch 200 W; 65-inch 245 W; 75-inch 250 W; 85-inch 335 W.
Energy class: UK maker A–G scale: F for 55-inch; D for 65, 75 and 85-inch.
Colours: Bright Silver front and stand in all four UK maker tables.
In the box: The 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.

Sizes

Size	Model	Weight without stand
55″	QE55QN85CATXXU	17.2 kg
65″	QE65QN85CATXXU	23.7 kg
75″	QE75QN85CATXXU	34 kg
85″	QE85QN85CATXXU	42.7 kg

Pros and cons

Pros

Four HDMI inputs support 4K 120 Hz gaming
Mini LED backlight with quantum-dot colour
60 W, 2.2.2-channel Dolby Atmos sound

Cons

No Dolby Vision HDR
Some backlight blooming in review testing
Less peak brightness than higher-tier Neo QLED models in review testing

Closest rivals

Model	Sizes	Panel	Refresh	HDR	HDMI 2.1	Software	Released
SonyBRAVIA 9	65–85″	Mini-LED	120 Hz	Dolby Vision	2 of 4	Google TV	May 2024
SonyBRAVIA XG95	55–85″	LED LCD	–	Dolby Vision	0 of 4	Android TV	2019
SonyX900H / XH90	55–85″	LED LCD	120 Hz	Dolby Vision	2 of 4	Android TV	2020

Sources

Photo: cramptonandmoore.co.uk

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