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Release date: Feb. 22, 2023
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Samsung Series 8 QN50Q80CAF review

Samsung Series 8 QN50Q80CAF. Display diagonal: 127 cm (50"), Display resolution: 3840 x 2160 pixels, HD type: 4K Ultra HD, Display technology: QLED, Screen shape: Flat. Smart TV. Motion interpolation technology: Auto Motion Plus, Native aspect ratio: 16:9. Digital signal format system: ATSC. Wi-Fi, Ethernet LAN. Product colour: Black

Bold not basic


Punch up the contrast with super-precise LEDs and elevate the ordinary to something more impressive. Direct Full Array and Dolby Atmos technology headline Samsung QLED’s refined audio/visual experience. Not to mention the instant transformation to vivid 4K resolution completed by the powerful Quantum Processor.

It's lit
Direct Full Array


See incredible contrast even in sunlit rooms with our Direct Full Array technology that precisely controls the amount of lighting across every part of the picture. When you see, you know. Get caught up in the details as you experience the silver screen in a new way as the picture comes alive from your screen.

The mastermind behind the experience
Neural Quantum Processor with 4K Upscaling


Sit back and be mesmerized as your content is transformed to 4K. Whether you’re streaming an HD movie, watching live sports, or looking back at home videos, experience it all transformed into sharp 4K resolution with our high-performance, AI-powered processor that upgrades your content scene by scene.

That was intense
Quantum HDR+


Catching the latest releases on a big screen at home, instead of at the theater, will feel even more like you are watching on the big screen with rich details and more immersive colors. Dial up the experience with Quantum HDR+ that analyzes and enhances each scene, delivering excellent brightness and a wide range of contrast.

Sounds like a good time
Dolby Atmos and Object Tracking Sound Lite


You’ll hear 3D surround sound that follows the movement on screen using our incredible virtual top channel audio—putting you right in the middle of the motorcycle chase.

Score 100%
100% Color Volume with Quantum Dot


Max out your experience with 100% Color Volume. Take in a billion shades of unwavering color and enjoy vivid, lifelike color at any brightness level as Quantum Dot technology works to create every shade you see on screen.

Giving new meaning to better together
Q-Symphony 3.0


Amp up your audio with the greatest duo of all time—Samsung TVs paired with a Samsung soundbar. With Q-Symphony, your TV speakers paired with Q-Series and S-Series soundbar operate as one. Together, they can optimize all the channels to bring you a masterfully orchestrated sound experience.

Boss mode
Motion Xcelerator Turbo+(4K @120Hz)


Feel the thrill with smooth performance during even the fastest games and action scenes. Keep up with the supersonic speed and catch every thrilling frame without lag or motion blur. Instead, you’ll enjoy seamless action and sensational 4K visuals at speeds up to 120Hz.

Game all day
Samsung Gaming Hub


Widen your world of gaming instantly without a console. Gaming Hub is where gaming comes together–bringing the best of console games, streaming games and more–all in one place. With easier access to your favorite games, standalone apps and accessories–start playing faster than ever.

A greener future
SolarCell Remoteâ„¢


Turn up the volume on sustainability with the innovative SolarCell Remoteâ„¢. It features a solar panel for charging, as well as other smart features including a built-in microphone to use with your favorite voice assistant.

You can count on us


Samsung TVs were ranked #1 in Customer Satisfaction, Product Quality, and Service Quality in the 2022 American Customer Satisfaction Index surveys.

  • Super precise LEDs are the secret to this TV’s straight fire contrast with Direct Full Array
  • Utilizing 20 specialized networks the Neural Quantum Processor drives expertly upscaled 4K resolution
  • Catching the latest releases on a big screen at home, instead of at the theater will feel even more like you are watching on the big screen with Quantum HDR+
  • Experience audio that moves with the action thanks to Dolby Atmos and Object Tracking Sound Lite

Samsung Series 8 QN50Q80CAF specs

Packaging Data

Package height: 779.8 mm
Package depth: 177.8 mm
Package width: 1336 mm
Remote control type: TM2280E
Cables included: AC

Ports & Interfaces

RF ports quantity: 1
RS-232C ports: 1
Digital audio optical out: 1
USB 2.0 ports quantity: 2
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports: 1
HDMI ports quantity: 4

Weight & Dimensions

Stand depth: 23.9 cm
Stand width: 51.1 cm
Height (without stand): 645.2 mm
Depth (without stand): 53.4 mm
Width (without stand): 1115 mm
Height (with stand): 724 mm
Depth (with stand): 238.8 mm
Width (with stand): 1115 mm

Management Features

Firmware upgradeable via: Network, USB
On Screen Display (OSD) languages: English, Spanish, French
Number of OSD languages: 3
Control type: Wireless

Network

Bluetooth version: 5.2
Wi-Fi standards: Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)

Performance

Game features: Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM), Dynamic Black EQ, Game Bar, Game Motion Plus, Super Ultra Wide Game View
AMD FreeSync type: FreeSync Premium Pro
Picture processing technology: Samsung Auto Motion Plus, Samsung Contrast Enhancer
Ambient mode: Ambient Mode+
High Dynamic Range (HDR) technology: High Dynamic Range 10+ (HDR10 Plus), High Dynamic Range 10+ Adaptive (HDR10 Plus Adaptive), High Dynamic Range 10+ Gaming (HDR10 Plus Gaming), Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG), Quantum HDR

TV Tuner

Digital signal format system: ATSC
Tuner type: Analog & digital

Power

AC input frequency: 50/60 Hz
AC input voltage: 110 - 120 V
Power consumption (max): 205 W
Power consumption (standby): 0.5 W
Power consumption (typical): 83 W

Design

Bezel type: 3 Bezel-less
Stand colour: Black
Stand type: Center stand
Introduction year: 2022
Panel mounting interface: 200 x 200 mm
Colour name: Titan Black
Product colour: Black

Other Features

Audio output channels: 2.2 channels

Smart TV

Smart modes: Cinema, Energy saving, Filmmaker, Game, Movie, Normal, Personal, Sports, Standard
Operating system installed: Tizen

Audio

Multiroom audio technology: Samsung Multiroom Link
Audio decoders: Dolby Atmos
Audio decoding technologies: Dolby MS12
RMS rated power: 40 W
Number of speakers: 2

Display

Display number of colours: 1.073 billion colours
Dynamic contrast ratio marketing name: High Contrast
Display refresh rates supported: 120 Hz
Motion interpolation technology: Auto Motion Plus
Native refresh rate: 60 Hz
Native aspect ratio: 16:9
Screen shape: Flat
Display technology: QLED
Display technology: QLED
Display resolution: 3840 x 2160 pixels
HD type: 4K Ultra HD
Display diagonal: 127 cm (50")

Brand-specific features

Samsung technologies (AV/TV): Micro Dimming, Motion Xcelerator Turbo