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Samsung QE65S85FAEXXU TV review

Samsung QE65S85FAEXXU. Display diagonal: 165.1 cm (65"), Display resolution: 3840 x 2160 pixels, HD type: 4K Ultra HD, Display technology: OLED, Screen shape: Flat. Smart TV. Motion interpolation technology: Motion Xcelerator. Wi-Fi, Ethernet LAN. Product colour: Black

NQ4 AI Gen2 Processor
Powerful 4K AI processor optimises picture and sound for superior 4K viewing
Our powerful 4K AI processor upgrades everything you watch, with intelligent enhancements to your 4K entertainment. Powered by 20 neural networks, enjoy optimised brightness, depth, contrast, motion, sound and resolution - for an exceptional 4K experience.
*Upscaling may not apply to PC connection and Game Mode.

4K AI Upscaling
Watch all your content in glorious 4K, even if it wasn't filmed that way*
Our powerful 4K AI processor gets to work on whatever you're watching to give your visuals boosted clarity. From classic movies to the latest releases, watch in automatically upscaled 4K glory for a sharper picture and fuller colour.
*Upscaling may not apply to PC connection and Game Mode.

OLED HDR
Pure blacks and vibrant, true-to-life colours for every moment
See the hidden details thanks to OLED HDR. With boosted brightness levels, see everything you watch come to life with clean whites, perfect blacks and bold contrast.
 
Dolby Atmos®
Get wrapped up in sound that takes your viewing to the next level
Imagine those big movie moments, sounding bigger. Dolby Atmos technology delivers a sound experience that you can feel around you. You’ll hear 3D surround sound that follows the movement on screen using our incredible virtual top channel audio.

Contour Design
A flowing, fluid profile that stuns in your living space
Capturing the fluid beauty of a wave, our carefully crafted ultra-slim TV is designed to impress from every angle. Elevate your space with a sleek and sophisticated visual experience.
 
Motion Xcelerator 120Hz
Experience ultra-smooth TV gaming with up to 4K 120Hz motion*
Enjoy ultra-smooth gameplay on Xbox, PS5 and all your favourite next-gen consoles with Motion Xcelerator technology. Make the most of lag-free gaming with ultra-responsive motion, perfect for fast-paced games on your TV with smooth, clear visuals.
*Supports VRR/4K@120Hz.

PANTONE Validated
Enjoy authentic colour, validated by PANTONE
Enjoy colour validated by industry leading experts at Pantone®. Samsung TVs are verified for the accurate representation of up to 2,030 Pantone colors and 110 added skin tones so that every hue, tint and skin tone offers a more accurate and beautiful picture.

Ultra Viewing Angle with Anti-Reflection Screen
Minimise distracting glare
No need to worry about having to close the curtains for a mid-day movie marathon. Samsung's Anti-Reflection technology absorbs reflections to reduce glare, so you're not distracted from the action on screen. Plus, with an Ultra Viewing Angle, you'll still enjoy a brilliant picture when you're not directly in front of the TV.
 
AI Sound Pro
Expertly engineered sound, tailored for where and what you're watching
Experience sound that adapts to what you're watching, and where you're watching it. From Adaptive Sound Pro that adjust to your room and optimises audio for your content, to Active Voice Amplifier that enhances dialogue to combat background noise and distractions. Enjoy perfectly balanced audio, every time.

Smart TV powered by Tizen OS*
Watch and play. Get tailored recommendations from your favourite apps*
Spend less time searching and more time watching. With Netflix, Disney+, YouTube, Xbox and more, get personalised recommendations and instant access to the latest shows and movies on the best streaming apps*. Plus access to 1,000s of extra TV Shows and Movies on Samsung TV Plus - all for free.
"*Samsung account required to access our network-based smart services and apps.
**Subscriptions required. Some apps may not be available at launch. 3rd party content providers may remove apps from the Smart TV platform or stop updating them at any time. "

Gaming Hub
Play 1000s of games from Xbox and more. No console required.*
Samsung Gaming Hub brings together the biggest console and streaming games from Xbox and other industry-leading partners, all in on one place.* With no downloads, storage limits or console required, just turn on your TV and play.
*Samsung account, internet connection, additional gaming service subscription and compatible controller required. Gaming Hub not available in Republic of Ireland.

Samsung TV Plus
Entertainment for every day. Always for free.
Watch 1000s of TV shows and movies, all for free, anytime, anywhere you want with Samsung TV Plus. Get instant access to live and on demand entertainment like The Graham Norton Show and Poldark. Stream the latest news on Sky News and catch-up on kids shows, sports highlights and more with no strings attached.
*Samsung account and internet connection required.

OLED
Pure blacks and bright whites from individually controlled pixels
Experience real-world colours and cutting contrasts with Samsung OLED. OLED technology allows each pixel to be individually controlled - creating pure blacks, bright whites and epic contrast. Samsung OLED is Pantone validated colour accuracy, so that everything you watch comes to life in stunning realism.

Object Tracking Sound Lite
Sound that tracks the action on-screen
Hear onscreen action amplified from left-to-right as your entertainment unfolds. So you can hear a car fly along your screen or the crowd cheering all around you.

Samsung Q-Symphony
Samsung TVs and soundbars, the perfect harmony
Boost your viewing experience with integrated sound from your TV and soundbar. Why let a soundbar or TV work solo when you can amp up your entertainment with even more powerful speakers that work together seamlessly, for a fully immersive sound experience.

Samsung Knox Security
Your data, protected
With today's TVs holding your passwords and private payment infomation, Samsung Knox Security keeps your data protected with multi-layered security, constant system monitoring and updates* and the automatic blocking of harmful attacks. Stay secured, stay entertained.
"*Secured by Knox applies to Samsung TVs powered by Tizen®, launched since 2015. Security software update is guaranteed for at least three years from product launch. Latest software update is required.
**Must be connected to Samsung TV via SmartThings. "

SmartThings
Control your smart home from your TV
Connect and control all your smart devices from your TV and phone. Program your smart heating, set your smart washer, get alerts when your food is ready, monitor your video doorbell! Make life easier for all your smart device routines with the simplicity of the SmartThings app.
*Requires Samsung Account, SmartThings app, Internet connection, and SmartThings enabled devices.

Colour Booster Pro
AI Enhanced Colour
Our smart AI Colour Booster intelligently adjusts and enhances colour levels scene-by-scene. From the darkest night shots to the brightest landscapes, enjoy consistently high and accurate levels of colour for a bolder viewing experience whatever you're watching.
 
Real Depth Enhancer
Adjusts the depth - just as you would see in real life
Real Depth Enhancer adjusts the foreground contrast to mirror how human eyes process depth. So when you are watching a nature documentary, it enhances an elephant's wrinkles while leaving the background as it is - just like a person's eyes would.
 
Auto HDR Remastering
Transform SDR content into HDR-like picture quality
Enjoy HDR-like picture quality, even with SDR content. Using AI, your TV learns the difference between SDR and HDR content and transforms it into vibrant HDR-like visuals. Experience brighter highlights, more vibrant colours and clearer details.
 
AI Auto Game Mode
Get the edge over your competition with Game settings automatically adjusted by AI
Get the edge over your competition. AI Auto Game Mode recognises the genre of game you are playing, and automatically adjusts the settings. RPG? Witness incredible graphics. Racing? Experience ultra-smooth motion. So all you need to do is turn on your game and play.
 
Game Bar
Ultimate gaming TV setup, game-changing experience
The advanced Game Bar puts you in command, so you can optimise your gameplay with ease. Switch between wide 21:9 or ultrawide 32:9 aspect ratios, check input lag, activate virtual aim point or minimap zoom, and more.
*Applicable to console and PC Gaming only.

AI Mode
Automatic and customisable setting controls
Let your TV do the thinking for you. With AI Mode, enjoy a quick access menu with intelligent customisation features that optimises your picture and sound to your preferences. See details clearly with intelligent adaptive brightness that auto-adjusts to the lighting in your room, or pre-select your viewing preferences with AI Customisation Mode.
 
AI Customisation Mode
Our advanced AI processor automatically detects what you're watching, and adjusts to your preferences
Our advanced AI processor automatically detects whether you are watching sport, movie or general content, and auto-adjusts the picture settings based on your preferences. With AI content recognition, you no longer have to tweak the settings every time you watch something new.

SolarCell Remote
One remote to control all your devices
Consciously crafted, the universal remote charges on indoor light and keeps its charge from Radio-Frequency power harvesting, so you don't need any disposable batteries*.
*Must be charged via USB C cable (sold separately) if battery is fully drained.

Slim Fit Wall-Mount Compatible
Keep your view on point with a TV that’s mounted near-flush to the wall
Keep your style and your view on point. Effortlessly mount your TV near-flush against the wall using the Slim Fit TV Wall-Mount**. Then let it blend beautifully with your home.
"*Sold separately.
**Compatible with selected 43"" – 85"" Samsung TVs"

FreeSync Premium
Ultra-smooth gaming without screen tearing and stuttering
Set yourself up for victory with effortlessly smooth gameplay. AMD FreeSync Premium works with your next gen console to give you an exceptional gaming experience with reduced screen tearing and stuttering.
 
Universal Gesture
Set your hands free
Turn your wrist into the remote. Universal Gestures lets you control your TV with simple motions of your Galaxy Watch. Whether you're working out, cooking, or multitasking, easily control your TV with intuitive gestures.
*Galaxy Watch 4↑ / Wear OS 5↑ required.

SmartThings Calibration
See the true colours
Use the camera on your smartphone with the Samsung SmartThings app to unlock easy TV colour calibration, for cinema-like picture quality in seconds.*
*Internet connection, compatible Android or iOS device and SmartThings app required.

Auto Game Mode (ALLM)
Knows when you're ready to play
Never miss an overtaking move in your favourite racing game thanks to incredibly low input lag. With Auto Game Mode, your TV knows when you're ready to play so it automatically switches to minimise input lag.
 
AI Energy Mode
Monitor and reduce your energy consumption*.
Save energy* with AI Energy Mode and SmartThings**. With AI Energy Mode, your TV adjusts the brightness depending on the content you are watching and the surrounding light levels in your room*** to reduce overall energy consumption. Then, you can monitor the energy usage of your TV and other compatible devices through Map View on your TV.
"*Energy saving may vary according to model, viewing conditions or types of content. Does not work with gameplay or viewing priority modes. Energy savings based on internal test results and may vary.
**Requires SmartThings app, Internet connection, and SmartThings enabled devices.
***Adaptive Brightness will not operate in environments exceeding 80 lux."

Multi View
See it all at once, on the big screen
Never miss another moment. With Multi View, you can play your mobile content alongside the TV, all at once, on the same screen. Simply pair your smartphone to your TV with screen mirroring to split the big TV screen *. Handy if you want to keep an eye on the football score whilst watching a movie.
"*Samsung account, internet connection and compatible mobile device required.
Available Source: Tuner/HDMI, TV App, USB Webcam/IoT Cam, Android Mirroring/iOS Airplay"

Multiple Voice Assistants
Control your TV with your favourite Voice Assistant
Control your TV with your favourite Voice Assistant - with Bixby and Alexa built-in to your TV. Ask them to change the volume, find that new series, bring up your holiday photos, or check on your connected devices in your smart home. The possibilities are endless – you just need to ask.
"Bixby/Alexa built-in*
*Samsung account required. Amazon, Alexa, and all related logos are trademarks of Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates."

Samsung Health*
Your wellness at home
Elevate your home workout experience with Samsung Smart TV. The Samsung Health app lets you enjoy free premium classes, start new wellness routines and even get the whole household moving with family challenges – all from the comfort of your home. Get free access to over 3,000 hours of health and fitness content from partners including EvolveYou, Calm, Fitplan, Echelon and Jillian Michaels Fitness, Obé, Barre3 and Brooke Burke Body. Plus, the Smart Trainer* feature will help you master your workouts and track your stats for a healthier life.
*Smart Trainer available from Q70C series and above. Compatible camera required and sold separately. Samsung account required.



  • 4K AI Upscaling & NQ4 AI Gen2 Processor: Powerful 4K AI processor optimises picture and sound for superior 4K viewing
  • OLED Technology with OLED HDR: Pure blacks and vibrant, true-to-life colours for every moment
  • Dolby Atmos® with Object Tracking Sound Lite: Immersive surround sound that flows with every action
  • Contour Design: A flowing, fluid profile that stuns in your living space
  • AI Sound Pro: Expertly engineered sound, tailored for where and what you're watching

Samsung QE65S85FAEXXU TV specs

Packaging Data

Package weight: 24 kg
Package height: 950 mm
Package depth: 160 mm
Package width: 1617 mm
Remote control type: TM2360E (UK Add TM1240A)
Cables included: AC

Technical Details

Processor: NQ4 AI Gen2 Processor
Sound technology: Dolby Atmos, Q-Symphony, OTS Lite, Adaptive Sound Pro, 360 Audio, Surround

Ports & Interfaces

Consumer Electronics Control (CEC): Anynet+
RF ports quantity: 1
Digital audio optical out: 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity: 2
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports: 1
HDMI ports quantity: 4

Weight & Dimensions

Weight (without stand): 17.4 kg
Height (without stand): 828.7 mm
Depth (without stand): 33.9 mm
Width (without stand): 1446.6 mm
Weight (with stand): 17.8 kg
Height (with stand): 897.8 mm
Depth (with stand): 263.3 mm
Width (with stand): 1446.6 mm

Network

Bluetooth version: 5.3

Performance

Game features: Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM), Game Bar, Game Motion Plus, Gaming Hub
Ambient mode: Yes
High Dynamic Range (HDR) technology: HDR 10+, High Dynamic Range 10+ Adaptive (HDR10 Plus Adaptive), High Dynamic Range 10+ Gaming (HDR10 Plus Gaming)

TV Tuner

Tuner type: Analog & digital

Power

Power consumption (max): 320 W
Power consumption (standby): 0.5 W
Energy consumption (HDR) per 1000 hours: 164 kWh
Power consumption (typical): 98 W
Energy consumption (SDR) per 1000 hours: 98 kWh
Energy efficiency class (HDR): G
Energy efficiency class (SDR): F

Design

Introduction year: 2025
Panel mounting interface: 300 x 200 mm
Feet colour: Black
Colour name: Graphite Black
Product colour: Black

Other Features

Stand: SIMPLE LINEAR
Annual energy consumption: 136 kWh
Audio output channels: 2.0 channels

Smart TV

Video apps: Samsung TV Plus
Operating system version: Tizen
Operating system installed: Tizen

Audio

Sound modes: Adaptive Sound Pro, Surround
RMS rated power: 20 W

Display

Motion interpolation technology: Motion Xcelerator
Native refresh rate: 100 Hz
Screen shape: Flat
Display technology: OLED
Display technology: OLED
Display resolution: 3840 x 2160 pixels
HD type: 4K Ultra HD
Display diagonal: 165.1 cm (65")

Supplier Features

Country of origin: Slovakia