ZDNET picks Samsung QN90F as top 85-inch TV after January update

ZDNET updated its roundup of the best 85-inch TVs and selected the Samsung QN90F as its top pick, citing improved picture quality, a 120Hz refresh rate and advanced audio features. The review highlights the QN90F's Neo QLED panel, Neo Quantum HDR+, Dolby Atmos and Samsung's Object Tracking Sound+.

ZDNET's testing noted a warmer tone that was easier on the eyes across bright and dark rooms, good upscaling for older content, and strong gaming performance via the Samsung Gaming Hub and AMD FreeSync Premium Pro VRR, while warning that VRR can affect input lag for some rhythm games.

Other recommended models include the LG G4 OLED for picture quality and Dolby Vision (the list notes an MSRP of about $6,500), the Hisense U8QG with a 144Hz panel and Wi‑Fi 6E for gamers, the TCL QM8K with a peak brightness of 5,000 nits for bright rooms, and the Sony Bravia 3 as a more affordable 85‑inch LED option (around $1,100).

ZDNET describes who each model is best for and notes trade-offs such as price and feature focus. The guide urges buyers to set a budget and choose based on primary use (streaming, movies, gaming or bright-room viewing), check port counts and mounting requirements, and measure viewing distance (the article suggests dividing the distance in inches by two to estimate screen fit).

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Tech, Samsung, Neo Qled, Dolby Atmos, Amd Freesync