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May 03, 2021 02:20 PM By  Dylan Crete

So, both these TVs are pretty similar overall, but there are a few differences. the X90J has a higher contrast ratio, which means it can display deeper blacks. Its color gamut isn’t as good as the X900H’s though, but it gets significantly brighter in HDR to make highlights pop, and its brightness is more consistent due to a less aggressive Automatic Brightness Limiter (ABL). With regards to uniformity, the X900H is better, so I understand where you’re concerns are coming from. Although, I think it’s worth mentioning that the X90J still had good black uniformity. At the end of the day, it’s really going to come down to what’s more important to you. I use my TV mostly at night time in a dark room, and I also try to go the more cost efficient side of things (as long as I’m not sacrificing too much quality. So, in this case, I’d probably go X900H. Hope this helps! :)

Hey Dylan, thanks so much! Do you think the HDR peak brightness is a noticeable difference? I have a bunch of 4K discs and I would like to make sure that I am getting the best picture for that. I do game, but very casually by myself at home. Also, do we expect the 65" and 75" to have more dimming zones than 24? I have no problem waiting til the x90j price drops in November/December, but most importantly I want to ensure that I am getting the best TV that I can keep for the next 5 years or so. Thanks so much, I really appreciate your help!

So in the past few weeks I have been waiting for this review. I am between a 75" x900h now or waiting til the 75" x90j goes on sale later this year. With the x90j, I will end up spending more money, but I want to make sure that it is worth it. The grey and black uniformity worry me a little bit, but I am really loving that new HDR peak brightness.

Do you think it is worth the upgrade from the x900h?

Apr 08, 2021 09:54 AM By  Dylan Crete

Unfortunately, our testing usually takes us a few weeks so it’s a little too early to have any preliminary thoughts. However, I’ll be sure to come back to this thread once we finish our review and offer as much insight as I can! :)

Hey Dylan I wanted to return to this with the review out. So in the past few weeks, I am now between a 75" x900h now or waiting til the 75" x90j goes on sale later this year. With the x90j, I will end up spending more money, but I want to make sure that it is worth it. The grey and black uniformity worry me a little bit, but I am really loving that new peak brightness. Do you think it is worth the upgrade from the x900h?

Apr 06, 2021 03:47 PM By  Dylan Crete

You’re absolutely right, things are definitely a bit more delayed this year. With regards to the release of the 75’‘ model, I’m really not too sure. I was able to find reports that suggested it should be available April 19th. I also found it available for preorder here as of the same date. So I guess a fair assumption is sometime after April 19th!

Awesome, thanks so much!

Apr 06, 2021 03:21 PM By  Dylan Crete

Perfect, thanks for the additional information. As soon as we finish our review, I’ll make sure to be in touch! In generally takes us a few weeks to finish testing though. I really don’t know if we can expect the price to come down, but if it follows the same pattern as the X950h, then it’s definitely possible! :)

Thanks, you are all the best! Also, one more quick question, do we know a rough estimate of when the 75" x90j will be coming out? I don’t remember there being a delayed release for that size last year.

Apr 06, 2021 12:44 PM By  Dylan Crete

Hi there, It’ll be tough to say which one is better in this case as we just started testing the X90J today. Once we finished our testing I’ll be able to offer a bit more insight though! In the meantime, do you mind elaborating on how you intend to use the TV? Thanks! :)

Yes, thanks so much for the quick reply! Looking forward to that x90j review. I watch 4K movies on disc, there is some general streaming too, and also casual video games, mostly RPG/open world games.

I have also considered a 75" x950h OR x95j. My problem with the x950h is the no HDMI 2.1 or other gaming features. My issue with the x95j is that the rumored starting price is $3,500. Do you expect the x95j t to come down like how the x950h did?

Jun 26, 2020 06:12 PM By deleted user

The Q70R is a very good tv and it scores well for movies and hdr and pretty good for gaming. What do you mean you just can’t tell if it’s too big? What is it that is bothering you…..specifically?

It kind of feels like my eyes are bugging out a little looking at it. I will be in an apartment and I not sure if I need 75" right now. I also want to be prepared for the future. I wasn’t looking to buy a 75", the only reason I did was because of the sale.

Jun 22, 2020 04:14 PM By  Adam Babcock

I’d go with the larger Q70R then. The main advantages of the Q80T won’t really be noticeable to you with your viewing conditions.

One last concern is the game mode. Does it really have as many ghosting issues as people say?? And is HDMI 2.1 really that big of a deal to someone who just plays causally? I will eventually get next gen systems, but not yet.

Not a lot, but it does have windows, however there would be shades on them when watching important content. Sitting in front of it.

Jun 22, 2020 12:50 PM By  Adam Babcock

It really depends on your viewing conditions. Personally, I’d go with the Q70R, especially if you’re in a dark room. The Q80T has better viewing angles and better reflection handling, but unless you’re in a bright room with a wide seating area, this doesn’t add much.

I am having a hard time deciding how much better the 80T is over the Q70R. I mostly will be playing video games, watching 4K HDR movies, and watching TV. The tv would not be for a theater room setting, it would be for a normal living room set up, not sure if that makes a difference in which one to get?

Jun 22, 2020 12:38 PM By  Adam Babcock

I doubt this will have much impact on the life of the TV. We don’t have any data on the life span of most TVs, but it should last for an extremely long time.

Thank you, do you think I should stick with 75" Q70R or get a brand new 65" Q80T which is still in my budget?

That’s a very good point, those 10" of loss would stink though!

Jun 21, 2020 02:44 PM By Kevv2288

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Not sure, I just bought an open box 55" it was a regular return, had like 40 hours on it. I upgraded from a 2016 KU6300, I wish I could check the screen on time for that tv, but it doesn’t work for it. I guess it only works on newer Samsung tvs

Got it, thank you!

Jun 17, 2020 06:49 PM By  Adam Babcock

That’s an impressive deal! There’s no issue with burn-in on QLED TVs, they appear to be immune, so you shouldn’t have any issues. Will they let you try the TV before you leave the store? If so, see if they’ll let you display some uniform slides, any issues with image retention should be immediately noticeable.

Hi Adam, I was able to use the SmartThings app to find out that the tv had 3,865 hours logged on it. Do you think this would affect the TV at all or what is the normal life span in hours? It seems like this would be 10 hours a day for a year, give or take.

Jun 21, 2020 07:04 AM By Kevv2288

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If you connect the SmartThings app to your tv, you can find out how many hours the TV screen has been used. You just have to select the tv and then select information from the SmartThings app.

It says 3865. Does that seem like a lot of hours logged already? I believe that there should be roughly 100,000 hours of life.

Jun 17, 2020 06:49 PM By  Adam Babcock

That’s an impressive deal! There’s no issue with burn-in on QLED TVs, they appear to be immune, so you shouldn’t have any issues. Will they let you try the TV before you leave the store? If so, see if they’ll let you display some uniform slides, any issues with image retention should be immediately noticeable.

Awesome, thank you so much! I did try it out and it looked good. I bought it and brought it home and have 45 days to return if I want. Do you have any recommendations on how to test the TV to make sure it is in good condition? I really appreciate your reply, love the site!