While the costs of purchasing an 8K TV have steadily decreased in recent years, the list of reasons to consider purchasing one has remained relatively unchanged. 8K Blu-ray players are still rare, and much of what’s available on Netflix is only in 4K. Samsung’s new flagship 8K TV does not deviate from this paradigm, but it does provide significant enhancements on numerous fronts that help set it apart from many of the other companies offering 8K picture quality. The new Samsung QN900B Neo QLED, which is available in sizes ranging from 65 to 85 inches, includes a new CPU, Smart TV interface, and a smaller design. The stunning high dynamic range (HDR) images are complemented by Object Tracking Sound Pro, which employs multiple speakers and woofers to provide an immersive sonic experience that now includes Dolby Atmos.
What you will see here?
Design and Feature
The 2022 QN900 series’ I/O port breakout box is an upgrade. It differs from previous models. It’s broader and thinner, and it may cling to the exterior of the TV’s pedestal stand. If not for the cables, you’d never know it was there with the supplied cover. The stands are pretty cool and useful. If you wall-mount the TV, you may place the box wherever as long as it’s within reach of the one thin, transparent One Connect wire that links it to the TV.
To say the obvious, an 85-inch TV will be rather heavy, and the QN900B I examined weighed in at 96.6 pounds. Object Tracking Sound Pro features a 6.2.2-channel speaker arrangement with upward-firing drivers, which is a welcome addition from Samsung. There’s also Space Fit Sound for room adjustment and Q Symphony for a smooth connection with Samsung soundbars that support it.
Yes, Samsung’s game-changing One Connect box returns this year, providing customers with easy access to all of the QN900B’s connectors while just requiring a single near-transparent wire to run back to the screen itself for power and data transfer. We just cannot emphasize how fantastic this technique is.
There are four HDMI 2.1 connectors (eARC capability is present in HDMI 3), an ethernet (LAN) port, a Digital Audio Out (Optical) output, three USB 2.0 connections, and an RF input for your TV antenna or satellite connection on the One Connect box.
User Interface and Remote Control
Samsung has made minor changes to its onscreen user interface. While it is simpler to read and more intuitive in certain places, it is not more efficient. Indeed, I would argue that it is less efficient. The most noticeable difference is a black icon ribbon to the left that is always visible. It takes up space on the primary panels while providing little direct access to functionality. Instead, it displays additional icon ribbons down the bottom, where you may access settings, associated devices, and so on.
Samsung should reconsider both its user interface and the remote’s simplicity. The latter, while attractive and sporting smart volume and channel selection buttons/joysticks, lacks numeric keys, input select, a settings shortcut, and dedicated transport controls. Everything must be input by hand with the cursor and onscreen keypads and keyboards. To be honest, the rocker button aids in transportation operations.
Price & Availability
We’re happy to inform you that each set in Samsung’s second generation of 8K Neo QLED televisions is marginally less expensive than its predecessor.
The 65-inch variant of Samsung’s QN900B Neo QLED 8K TV costs $4,799 (£3,699 / AU$5,799), followed by a 75-inch model for $6,499 (TBA / AU$7,999), and an 85-inch model for $8,499 (£10,999 / AU$11,999).
The QN900B is now available for pre-order in the United States, the United Kingdom, and Australia, and has launched in early May 2022.
SAMSUNG 65-Inch Neo QLED 8K QN900B
SAMSUNG 75-Inch Neo QLED 8K QN900B
SAMSUNG 85-Inch Neo QLED 8K QN900B
What is the distinction between QLED and Neo QLED?
In a nutshell, LED TVs to provide good contrast and energy efficiency, QLED TVs offer greater resolutions and brighter and more brilliant colors, and Neo QLED is Samsung’s next groundbreaking precision TV technology.
Is the Neo QLED 8K worth the investment?
Its gaming skills, which include a quick reaction time, very low input latency, and support for variable refresh rates, should excite gamers (VRR). While it’s a beautiful TV overall, it’s disappointing for an 8k TV at this price and lacks the performance to match.
Conclusion
The Samsung QN900B is an excellent TV that brilliantly upscales 4K UHD content. But it’s also expensive, and 8K content hasn’t spread as quickly as planned. Given that most entertainment material is still provided in 1080p resolution, you could be better served by Samsung’s new OLED TV’s outstanding color, contrast, and high peak brightness. You’d give up some resolution and screen size because that’s a 4K model with a maximum screen size of 65 inches, but you’d have $5,000 left over for a first-rate home theatre audio system, a high-end Blu-ray player, a nicer couch, or whatever else takes your fancy.
