FSB Parity:
Release date: March 28, 2021
Disclaimer

This post contains affiliate links and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking through my links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

Samsung Series 7 QA85Q70AAWXXY TV review

Samsung Series 7 QA85Q70AAWXXY. Display diagonal: 2.16 m (85"), Display resolution: 3840 x 2160 pixels, HD type: 4K Ultra HD, Display technology: QLED, Screen shape: Flat. Smart TV. Motion interpolation technology: Motion Rate 200. Digital signal format system: DVB-T,DVB-T2. Wi-Fi, Ethernet LAN. Product colour: Grey

QLED 4K Smart TV - Q70A

Designed for the way you live Everlasting brilliance, colourful possibilities

Unleash vivid colour with Quantum Dot

Quantum Dot Samsung QLED TV's Quantum Dot technology delivers a world of immersive colours and contrast in a variety of lighting conditions - allowing you to discover details you haven’t before.

Keep up with the action

Motion Rate 200 Keep up with fast-paced sports and action movies. Samsung’s Motion Rate 200 helps you experience smooth, clear motion through the most dynamic of scenes.
*Compared to Samsung QLED 4K Smart TV Q60A.

A TV designed to be watched, not seen.

AirSlim Design The stylish AirSlim design makes this TV the perfect complement to any home. At just 27mm thin, it boasts an incredibly thin profile that is designed to blend in seamlessly. And with no bulky bezels and built-in cable management to help reduce clutter, you can enjoy the action without distraction.
Cable not shown.

A customised entertainment experience

Intelligent Mode

Blank to beautiful

Ambient Mode + Beautifully integrate your TV's screen to suit your tastes and interior décor with Samsung’s Ambient Mode +. Display art, photos, time and weather or take a picture of the wall and set it on-screen, so your TV seamlessly blends in.*
* Ambient Mode + performance may vary depending on where the TV is installed including wall designs, patterns or colours. Image simulated for illustrative purposes.

Multiple devices. One Remote Control*

One Remote Control Easily control all of your compatible devices with Samsung’s One Remote Control and get quick access to things like Netflix, YouTube, gaming consoles or a Soundbar with Smart Hub.* And now, One Remote Control is partially made with recycled plastic** and is powered by indoor lights, so you'll never need disposable batteries again.
*Compatible only with selected devices. Please see samsung.com/au/oneremote Internet required. Data and subscription charges may apply. Apps may be subject to change. **Our One Remote Control contains about 24% recycled content.

Simple and seamless

Smart Connectivity

Control your TV with ease

Built-in Voice Assistant You can ask either Bixby, Alexa, or Google Assistant to play your favourite content, get answers, and even control your TV and other compatible connected devices - all by using nothing more than your voice.*
*Content services are subject to change without notice. Voice commands recognise English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Chinese and Korean. Not all accents, dialects and expressions recognised. Supported languages may differ between Bixby, Alexa and Google Assistant. Amazon, Alexa and all related logos are trademarks of Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates.

Synchronised sound from your TV and Soundbar

Q-Symphony Experience ground breaking audio with Q-Symphony, which synchronises sound from both your TV with your compatible Samsung Q-Series Home Theatre Soundbar for a truly immersive surround sound experience that puts you right in the middle of the action.

Tailored sound to fit your space

SpaceFit Sound Tailors your TV sound to help ensure the audio is always optimised for the room it's in. By testing room reverberations, you can be sure your TV is always delivering an immersive performance.*
* Audio quality varies based on source content, installation and environmental characteristics (e.g. ceiling).

The Intelligence behind the brilliance

Quantum Processor 4K Behind the QLED TV's awesome picture quality and performance is the powerful Quantum Processor 4K. It is responsible for a range of key features such as colour tone mapping and image upscaling, that helps ensure your screen always delivers movies and shows in incredible detail for a truly brilliant viewing experience.
* Viewing experience may vary according to the type of content, format and source. Upscaling may not apply to PC connection and Game Mode.

Freeview

Never miss a thing Find out what’s on now, next or over the next 7 days with the easy to use TV guide. Looking for your favourite show? Use Search for quick access to all your favourite on demand from ABC iview, SBS On Demand, 7+, 9Now and 10 Play. All in one place, all for free.*
*Freeview uses HbbTV technology which combines broadcast and broadband. Internet connection is required. Data usage charges and conditions apply. Screen images simulated for illustration purposes only.

Free TV, no strings attached*

Samsung TV Plus Enjoy free live streaming TV with Samsung TV Plus. With a variety of channels to choose from including news, sports, entertainment and more. It's 100% free and is ready to use without additional setup. All you need is an Internet connection.*
*Internet connection required. Additional data charges may apply. Apps or content may be subject to change.

We care so you're carefree

Samsung Care Premium If you need help or advice, our expert tech team are on hand to give you all the answers you need to keep you up and running.
* T&Cs apply. Metro areas only. Please see samsung.com/au/samsung-care for detail.

Hangs beautifully on the wall, with virtually no gap

Slim Fit Wall Mount (Sold Separately) Slim Fit Wall-Mount accessory (sold separately) helps your TV to hang beautifully on the wall, leaving minimal space between. Gorgeous from all angles, your TV can fit elegantly into your living room.

Out of the box thinking

Eco-Packaging Samsung Eco-Packaging is not like usual packaging. It comes with easy-to-follow DIY instructions on how to transform the cardboard into a standalone shelf, a table or even a cat house.

  • Purchase with a Soundbar and save.T&C’s apply
  • Unleash vivid colour with Quantum Dot
  • Keep up with the action with Motion Rate 200
  • Sleek lines, effortlessly stylish design
  • The TV that adapts to its surrounds with Intelligent Mode

Samsung Series 7 QA85Q70AAWXXY TV specs

Special Features

Q-Symphony: True

Packaging Data

Package type: Box
Package weight: 66 kg
Package height: 1266 mm
Package depth: 251 mm
Package width: 2075 mm
E-manual: yes
Remote control type: TM2180E
Remote control included: yes
Cables included: AC
Desktop stand: yes

Ports & Interfaces

Consumer Electronics Control (CEC): Anynet+
RF ports quantity: 1
Digital audio optical out: 1
USB 2.0 ports quantity: 2
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports: 1
HDMI Quick Switch: True
HDMI ports quantity: 4

Weight & Dimensions

Stand depth: 33.6 cm
Stand width: 38 cm
Weight (without stand): 41.5 kg
Height (without stand): 108.7 cm
Depth (without stand): 2.69 cm
Width (without stand): 190.2 cm
Weight (with stand): 48.6 kg
Height (with stand): 115.6 mm
Depth (with stand): 335.8 mm
Width (with stand): 1901.7 mm

Management Features

Works with Amazon Alexa: yes
Works with Samsung Bixby: yes
Works with the Google Assistant: yes
Auto power off: yes
On Screen Display (OSD): True
Electronic Programme Guide (EPG): True

Network

Web browser: yes
Bluetooth: True
Bluetooth version: 4.2
Wi-Fi Direct: True
Wi-Fi standards: Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
Ethernet LAN: yes
Wi-Fi: True

Performance

ConnectShare (HDD): True
ConnectShare (USB): True
MBR support: yes
Adaptive picture: yes
Time shift: yes
IPv6 support: yes
Digital Clean View: True
Brightness detection: yes
Ambient mode: Ambient Mode+
Subtitles function: yes
Teletext function: yes
High Dynamic Range (HDR) technology: Filmmaker Mode,High Dynamic Range 10+ (HDR10 Plus),Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG)
High Dynamic Range (HDR) supported: yes

TV Tuner

Auto channel search: yes
Digital signal format system: DVB-T,DVB-T2
Tuner type: Analog & digital

Power

AC input frequency: 50/60 Hz
AC input voltage: 220 - 240 V
Power consumption (max): 355 W
Power consumption (standby): 0.5 W
Power consumption (typical): 220 W

Design

Stand colour: Black
Product colour: Grey

Smart TV

Smart modes: Movie, Natural
Hybrid Broadcast Broadband TV (HbbTV) version: 2.0.2
Hybrid Broadcast Broadband TV (HbbTV): True
Operating system installed: Tizen
Internet TV: True
Smart TV: True

Audio

Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC): yes
Multiroom: True
Multiroom audio technology: Samsung Multiroom Link
Active voice amplifier (AVA): yes
Adaptive sound: yes
Audio decoders: Dolby Digital
Audio decoding technologies: Dolby Digital Plus
RMS rated power: 20 W
Number of speakers: 2

Display

Dynamic contrast ratio marketing name: Mega Contrast
Motion interpolation technology: Motion Rate 200
Screen shape: Flat
Display technology: QLED
Display technology: QLED
Display resolution: 3840 x 2160 pixels
HD type: 4K Ultra HD
Display diagonal: 2.16 m (85")