This review is devoted to the QN65Q80RAFXZA, a 65-inch model from Samsung’s high-end Q80R series. The TVs from this line come in a variety of sizes (from 55 inches to 82 inches). They all are based on Quantum Processor 4K and can offer the Samsung Direct Full Array 8X feature.
I would like to start this Samsung QN65Q80RAFXZA review by saying a couple of words about Quantum Dots. It’s an exclusive technology from Samsung which ensures more color volume and more color shades with increased depth. Being a QLED TV, the QN65Q80RAFXZ is able to ensure a really bright image that even may seem too bright without proper settings. The Quantum Processor 4K optimizes content for true 4K quality and ensures image with increased clarity even on fast-moving content which results in a silky-smooth picture. The full-array local dimming feature splits the screen into individual zones that get brighter or darker when it’s necessary.
The Samsung QN65Q80RAFXZA can’t offer Dolby Vision support, but it supports a number of HDR formats: HDR10, HDR10 , and HLG.
Speaking about the on-screen interface, the TV works on the base of the Samsung Smart Hub platform. It appears on the bottom part of the screen and is very easy to navigate. It offers such sought-after streaming services as Netflix, Amazon Prime, Hulu, etc. Plus, there is also a Universal Guide which remembers your content and gives recommendations basing on it.
The TV goes with One Remote control. It’s minimalistic but allows controlling all the compatible devices connected to the TV. There is also a microphone to interact with inbuilt Bixby voice assistant. The TV is also compatible with Alexa and Google Assistant.
In this QN65Q80RAFXZA review, I would like to say that I don’t like the fact that Samsung ships this TV without One Connect box like it does with many of its premium models. Because of it, all the connectors are located on its rear panel. There are four HDMI 2.0a ports (one with ARC support), two USB 2.0 ports, an Ethernet port, an RF input, and an optical audio output. Both Wi-Fi and Bluetooth for wireless connectivity are also present.
The TV stands on two T-shaped feet which don’t look elegant, as for me. However, behind the stand, you can hide all the cables so the rear part of the TV will look neat. The TV has metallic borders around the screen that is only 0.39-inch thick. The QN65Q80RAFXZ is also very thin (2.48-inch max thickness).
SCREEN DESIGN
flat
Display Type
VA
High Dynamic Range (HDR)
HDR12
Resolution, Pixels
3840 x 2160
Aspect Ratio
16:9
Full HD
Refresh Rate, Hz
120
Display Colors
1.07 billion
4K/UHD
Display Area, %
95.29
Screen Size, Inch
65
Display Height, Cm/in
80.3/31.6
Display Width, Cm/in
142.8/56.2
Removable Stand
VESA Interface
400 x 300
VESA Mount
Landscape/Portrait Pivot
3D
2D To 3D
has not
Other
MKV, ASF, VOB
HBO
Amazon Video
Hulu
Netflix
H.265
DivX
Other
MKV, ASF, VOB
MPEG-4
H.263
H.264
Manufacturer
Samsung
Backlight Technology
Direct LED
Panel Technology
Quantum Dot Color
Pixel Density, Ppi
68
Pixel Pitch, Cm/in
0.0372/0.0146
Panel Bit Depth, Bits
10
Native Refresh Rate, Hz
240
Speakers Power, W
20
Speakers
surround
DTS Decoder
Dolby Surround
Dolby Atmos
Component Video Input
1
Ethernet (RJ45)
1
Optical Digital Audio Output (S/PDIF)
1
Composite Video Input
1
USB
2
Bluetooth
Wi-Fi 5GHz
VGA Input
1
WI-FI
AC3
AAC
WAV
WMA
MP3
Other
MKV, ASF, VOB
OGG
FLAC
Weight, Kg/lbs
25.2/55.56
Depth, Cm/in
6.1/2.4
Height, Cm/in
80.35/31.63
Width, Cm/in
142.85/56.24
Colors
silver
Weight With Stand, Kg/lbs
25.8/56.88
Depth With Stand, Cm/in
30.73/12.1
Height With Stand, Cm/in
89.6/35.2
Width With Stand, Cm/in
145/57.1
Manual
qn65q80rafxza.pdf
Other
MKV, ASF, VOB
MOV
MP4
WMV
AVI
Vertical, Degrees
178
Horizontal, Degrees
178
Operating System
Tizen 5.0
Digital
Analog
Watch And Record
Digital Recording
Model
Quad-core
Microphone
Camera
Mobile App
Amazon Alexa Compatible
Google Assistant
SMART TV
Display Type
VA
Brand
Samsung
Screen Sizes In Series
55, 65, 75, 82
Series
Q80R
Aspect Ratio
16:9
VOICE REMOTE
REMOTE CONTROL