If you have always been wondering, why QLED TV? If you want a big, bright TV that has a huge range of colour gamuts and a more affordable price tag than traditional OLED TVs, then you can go with a QLED TV display.
If QLED vs Neo QLED? Well, the main difference is in the backlighting technology. Traditional QLED TVs use standard LED backlighting, while Neo QLED TVs use Mini LED backlighting. Mini LEDs are significantly smaller, allowing for more precise control of brightness and contrast.
We've recently got to try out the latest 65-inch Samsung Neo QLED QN800C. Did we feel it differed from OLED TVs or similar models? Here are our thoughts.
Alternatively, check out our video review of the Samsung Neo QLED QN800C here!
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Samsung Neo QLED QN800C Specifications
- Product Type: QLED TVs
- Screen Size Group: 65" - 69"
- Screen Definition: 8K Ultra HD
- Smart Platform: Smart TV
- Display Resolution: 7,680 x 4,320
- Built-In Tuner: DVB-T2
- Connectivity: WiFi + Ethernet(LAN)
- Bluetooth: v5.2
- HDMI Ports: x4
- USB Ports: x3
- Built-in Decoders: Dolby ATMOS
- Total Output Power (RMS): 70W
- Product Dimensions: 89.82cm(H) x 144.37cm(W) x 26.79cm(D)
Design
With its very minimalistic look, we can see how the TV isn't just eye candy in most homes but also makes for an attractive piece when turned off. And with the thin bezel, we felt that the visuals looked immersive and alluring on the screen.
Screen/Display
With the technology behind it, Samsung designed the QN800C with a QLED display that's capable of 8K resolution. Powered by a Neural Quantum Processor 8K and the Quantum Matrix Technology Pro system in order to offer AI-powered processing and clear, striking details.
On the picture quality, you would be able to enjoy pictures from Wildlife documentaries, gaming and movie. With support for 4K 120Hz content, you might just switch from desktop to gaming with consoles like the Sony PlayStation5 more often on this screen.
Speaking of which, this TV is smart enough to know that if you plug in a gaming console, it will automatically detect and change its setting for better game orientation. That includes saturation and contrast. As we're speaking about it, the colours on this screen looked just right; not too sharp, not too colourful and not too bright or dark.
In terms of gaming, the TV also supports AMD Freesync though the 120hz mode only works on 4K resolution, which is still alright since it would take awhile before any brand comes up with a system that would support 8K at 120hz.
Essentially, the picture quality looks good as well as comfortable to enjoy for long hours, though our video editor enjoys a more contrasting picture. As the editor, I think the picture is just nice (I can't stand fast motion on big pictures for long, personally. It hurts my eye).
One thing that both of us agree on? The viewing angles are really good! We did see any odd light reflection, no matter from which direction we were looking at that screen.
Since this is a top-of-the-line TV model, it also comes with many features like an 8k video processor to upscale content to 8K, Depth Enhancer Pro, where the TV can bring out details in shots so that viewers can focus on them, without any squinting involved. Special viewing technology includes HDR10+, EyeComfort Mode and Pantone Display validation.
Sound
We tested the TV's built-in speakers with some ambient music. To note, the TV speakers are supported by Dolby Atmos sound system. For us, the audio quality does not seem the loudest or the clearest to us, but it is still good enough and should support your upcoming sound system well. Instrumental music-wise, you'd still be able to enjoy tunes and melody that doesn't show a hint of the speakers struggling to play them.
We do think it's lacking in the bass side of things. You can still tune the settings, but ultimately, having an accompanying entertainment system like a soundbar would be better than relying on the speakers.
Aside from Dolby Atmos sound system, the TV has other audio features like OTS+, which plays directional sounds of objects. There is also adaptive sounds which tune the audio depending on the space around the TV.
The TV also has Q-Symphony, which allows the TV and any supporting soundbar it’s connected to, to play the audio together seamlessly. That's a nifty feature that most TVs in the market don't have yet.
More Features
One Connect Hub:
The Samsung Neo QLED QN800C is recommended to be used and supported by its One Connect hub when you connect other entertainment peripherals to the TV. This hub is actually where a lot of picture processing is done. It also acts as an I/O hub to connect your sound system or HDMI-supported devices.
We recommend you hang this device at the back of the TV. You can also place this elsewhere, like your TV cabinet, for your organisation's preferences.
User Interface:
With the Samsung Neo QLED QN800C being a SmartTV, it has a clean and easy-to-see interface. It seems neatly organised too, whereby all essentials you need are there on the screen and don't require you to scroll around too much. This interface also has a Smart Home Manager where you can connect your smartphone appliances and control them directly from the TV.
Conclusion: Samsung Neo QLED QN800C in Malaysia
