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  1. Table of Contents
  2. Top
  3. Main Differences
  4. Design
    1. Style
    2. Accelerated Longevity Test
    3. Stand
    4. Back
    5. Borders
    6. Thickness
    7. Build Quality
  5. Picture Quality
    1. Contrast
    2. SDR Brightness
    3. Local Dimming
    4. Local Dimming In Game Mode
    5. HDR Brightness
    6. HDR Brightness In Game Mode
    7. PQ EOTF Tracking
    8. Gradient
    9. Gray Uniformity
    10. Black Uniformity
    11. Viewing Angle
    12. Reflections
    13. Pre Calibration
    14. Post Calibration
    15. 480p Input
    16. 720p Input
    17. 1080p Input
    18. 4k Input
    19. 8k Input
    20. Pixels
    21. Color Gamut
    22. Color Volume
    23. Temporary Image Retention
    24. Permanent Burn-In Risk
  6. Motion
    1. Response Time
    2. Flicker-Free
    3. Black Frame Insertion (BFI)
    4. Motion Interpolation
    5. Stutter
    6. 24p Judder
    7. Variable Refresh Rate
  7. Inputs
    1. Input Lag
    2. Supported Resolutions
    3. PS5 Compatibility
    4. Xbox Series X|S Compatibility
    5. Inputs Specifications
    6. Input Photos
    7. Total Inputs
    8. Audio Passthrough
  8. Sound Quality
    1. Frequency Response
    2. Distortion
  9. Smart Features
    1. Interface
    2. Ad-Free
    3. Apps and Features
    4. Remote
    5. TV Controls
    6. In The Box
    7. Misc
  10. Comments

Samsung Q80/Q80T QLED vs Samsung Q80/Q80A QLED

Side-by-Side Comparison

Products

Samsung Q80/Q80T QLED
Samsung Q80/Q80A QLED

Tested using Methodology v1.6

Updated May 05, 2022 06:35 PM

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Samsung Q80/Q80T QLED Picture
Samsung Q80/Q80A QLED Picture

Variants

  • QN49Q80TAFXZA (49")
  • QN50Q80TAFXZA (50")
  • QN55Q80TAFXZA (55")
  • QN65Q80TAFXZA (65")
  • QN75Q80TAFXZA (75")
  • QN85Q80TAFXZA (85")
  • QN55Q80AAFXZA (55")
  • QN65Q80AAFXZA (65")
  • QN75Q80AAFXZA (75")
  • QN85Q80AAFXZA (85")

Our Verdict

Samsung Q80/Q80T QLED

Samsung Q80/Q80A QLED

The Samsung Q80/Q80A QLED replaces the Samsung Q80/Q80T QLED in name, but they use different panel types and have different strengths and weaknesses. The QN80A has an ADS panel that has wider viewing angles. It also gets much brighter, especially in HDR in Game Mode. On the other, the Q80T has a VA panel with a much better contrast ratio and better local dimming for an improved dark room experience. The Q80T also has much better reflection handling.

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