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

Samsung Q80/Q80R QLED vs Samsung Q9FN/Q9/Q9F QLED 2018

Side-by-Side Comparison

Products

Samsung Q80/Q80R QLED
Samsung Q9FN/Q9/Q9F QLED 2018

Tested using Methodology v1.5

Updated Sep 04, 2021 04:15 AM

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Samsung Q80/Q80R QLED Picture
Samsung Q9FN/Q9/Q9F QLED 2018 Picture

Variants

  • QN55Q80RAFXZA (55")
  • QN65Q80RAFXZA (65")
  • QN75Q80RAFXZA (75")
  • QN82Q80RAFXZA (82")
  • QN65Q9FN (65")
  • QN75Q9FN (75")

Our Verdict

Samsung Q80/Q80R QLED

Samsung Q9FN/Q9/Q9F QLED 2018

The Samsung Q80R is marginally better than the Samsung Q9FN. The Samsung Q80R encompasses the 'Ultra Viewing Angle' technology that improves viewing angles at the expense of lower contrast ratio. The contrast ratio on the Q9FN is better, but the overall dark room performance between the two TVs is almost on par. The Q80R has marginally better gray uniformity, which is essential when watching sports, and a somewhat lower input lag, which is great for serious gamers. The Samsung Q9FN handles reflections marginally better thanks to the lack of viewing angle layer.

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