July 16, 2025

Samsung QN80F Review: A Brilliant Mid-Range Powerhouse

The Samsung QN80F Neo QLED is a standout performer in the 2025 TV lineup, especially for gamers and movie lovers on a budget. While it doesn’t quite reach the brightness levels of Samsung’s flagship QN90F, it offers a compelling package with screen sizes up to 100 inches, a 144Hz refresh rate, and four full-bandwidth HDMI 2.1 ports—perfect for PlayStation 5 Pro, Xbox Series X, Nintendo Switch 2, or a gaming PC.

Design & Build Quality

The QN80F may not be as ultra-thin as the S95F OLED or as art-inspired as The Frame Pro, but its Mini-LED panel and slim bezels give it a refined, contemporary look. The TV is just under 1.8 inches (4.6 cm) thick and feels solid, with a premium plastic construction.

The Samsung QE65QN80F isn't as sleekly designed as The Frame Pro or as thin as the S95F OLED — The Samsung QE65QN80F isn’t as sleekly designed as The Frame Pro or as thin as the S95F OLED

Its center-mounted stand is compact yet stable, lifting the TV about 2.75 inches (7 cm)—enough clearance to place most soundbars beneath the screen. Cable management is thoughtful, with channels on the back panel and through the stand. The only caveat: rear inputs are tucked into a recessed area, making wall mounting a bit tricky without a swivel bracket.

The stand raises the TV about 7cm off the table, so most soundbars can be placed in front of it without blocking the screen.

Display Performance

At the heart of the QN80F is a VA-type Neo QLED panel with a native contrast ratio of 5500:1, enhanced by Quantum Matrix Technology and Supreme UHD Dimming. The result? Deep blacks, vivid colors, and sharp detail that compete with more expensive models.

HDR Performance: HDR peak brightness reaches 1,000 nits, with around 600 nits in full-screen white. It supports HDR10, HDR10+, and HLG, though Dolby Vision is not included—Samsung still opts for HDR10+ and tone mapping to make up for the gap.
Color Reproduction: Covers up to 95% of the DCI-P3 color space, enhanced by QLED quantum dots, providing vibrant and accurate color—even in the bright Standard mode.
Backlight Control: Equipped with 160 local dimming zones, the TV handles dark scenes well. Some blooming around subtitles is visible, but minimal. If you’re looking for perfect black levels, OLEDs like the S85F still outperform here.
Viewing Angles: Acceptable for a VA panel, but quality drops at extreme angles.
Motion Handling: The Motion Xcelerator 144Hz technology ensures smooth playback, though fast transitions in HDR can occasionally cause brightness jumps unless local dimming is fine-tuned.

The QN80F's center stand is small and doesn't take up much space, so the TV doesn't need a large table. — The QN80F’s center stand is small and doesn’t take up much space, so the TV doesn’t need a large table.

Gaming Features

The QN80F shines for gamers:

144Hz refresh rate support over all 4 HDMI 2.1 ports
ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode) and VRR (FreeSync Premium Pro)
Ultra-low input lag of just 9.8ms
Game Bar 4.0 overlays critical gaming stats and options
Super Ultra Wide Game View enables PC-style ultrawide gaming

Add in the Game Hub feature built into the Tizen OS, and you have a gamer’s dream TV that handles both local and cloud gaming with ease.

The build quality of the Samsung QN80F is excellent

Smart TV Experience

Running on Tizen 9.0, Samsung’s latest smart interface feels faster and more personalized than ever. Each family member can now create their own content profiles, while AI recommendations surface relevant content based on your viewing habits.

Key features:

Seamless support for Amazon Alexa, Bixby, and Google Assistant
Ambient Mode+ to display photos or art while idle
Samsung TV Plus offers free live channels
Multiview supports side-by-side viewing of up to two video streams

Audio Quality

While the base 30W 4-channel speaker system lacks punch out of the box, switching to Amplify mode significantly improves dynamics, clarity, and spatial effect—especially with Samsung’s OTS Lite (Object Tracking Sound) and Active Voice Amplifier Pro.

For cinema-quality sound, pair the QN80F with a Q-Symphony-compatible soundbar like the Samsung HW-QS700F, which works in sync with the TV speakers to produce a richer soundstage.

The Samsung 65QN80F's core specialty is producing excellent 4K HDR images, but it also handles more traditional HD and SDR formats well. — The Samsung 65QN80F’s core specialty is producing excellent 4K HDR images, but it also handles more traditional HD and SDR formats well.

Connectivity

The QN80F includes:

4x HDMI 2.1 (144Hz) — one with eARC
2x USB 2.0 ports
Optical digital audio output
Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) and Bluetooth 5.3
Apple AirPlay 2 support
LAN port for wired streaming

Samsung QN80F TV Sizes & Pricing (USD – June 2025)

ModelSizePrice (approx.)

QE50QN80F50″$1,130QE55QN80F55″$1,390QE65QN80F65″$1,780QE75QN80F75″$2,330QE85QN80F85″$3,660QE100QN80F100″$8,900

Specifications Overview

Panel: Neo QLED, 10-bit, Mini LED
Resolution: 3840 x 2160 (4K UHD)
HDR Support: HDR10, HDR10+, HLG (No Dolby Vision)
Processor: NQ4 AI Gen2
Brightness: ~1000 nits peak
Color Coverage: ~95% DCI-P3
Sound: 30W (4CH), Dolby Atmos, OTS Lite, Q-Symphony Lite
Smart OS: Tizen 9.0 with voice control (Alexa, Bixby)
Gaming: 144Hz, ALLM, VRR (FreeSync Premium Pro)
Dimensions (65” model): 56.9 x 32.6 x 1.8 in (without stand); Weight: 52.2 lbs

Verdict: Is the QN80F Worth It?

Absolutely. The Samsung QN80F hits a sweet spot between performance, price, and features. It delivers excellent image quality, top-tier gaming support, and a robust smart TV platform—all in an attractive, modern package.

It may not include Dolby Vision or the deepest blacks of OLEDs, but it more than makes up for it with stellar HDR performance, reliable build quality, and superb gaming capabilities. For those looking to upgrade without paying flagship prices, the QN80F is one of the best all-round 4K TVs of 2025.