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Samsung QN90A Review

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Michael Iaboni is a Canadian Freelance Writer and Editor. He graduated from York University with a Degree in English and Creative Writing and then attended Queen’s University where he obtained a Professional Editing Standards Certificate. He is a member of Editor’s Canada and, in his spare time, enjoys reading, writing, soccer, and gaming.
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Updated Jan 31, 2024 11:58 AM

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A favorite among critics and buyers, the Samsung QN90A features outstanding upscaling capabilities and good viewing angles, even if the sound quality is a little bit lacking. But don’t let these few flaws deter you from one of Samsung’s best TVs of the year!

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Table of Contents

Product Snapshot

Overview

The Samsung QN90A is the company’s highest-end TV released in 2021. It promises to deliver exceptional brightness and color clarity, so it’s perfect for movie nights and a viewing party. And if you’re the environmentally-friendly type, the remote is even solar-powered. Keep reading our Samsung QN90A review to learn more about what top experts said and don’t forget to check out the best TVs available right now.

Consensus

our Verdict

The Samsung QN90A is a great pick for movie buffs, with its upscaling that’ll make non-4K content look like 4K. But it does have some drawbacks, like its sound quality and stand. Don’t let that stop you from getting one of the best Samsung TVs of the year!

ReasonS to Buy

  • Fantastic Native Contrast Ratio
  • Good Viewing Angles
  • Magnificently Bright
  • Great Upscaling
  • Environmentally-Friendly Remote

Reason to Avoid

  • Blooming Around Brighter Objects on Screen
  • Pedestal Could Be a Bit Sturdier
  • Less Than Stellar Audio

Samsung QN90A Specs

Backlight TypeBacklight TypeFull-Array
Display TypeLED
HDMI Inputs4
HDMI TypeHDMI TypeHDMI 2.1
HDR FormatHDR10, HDR10+, HLG
HomeKit CompatibleHomeKit CompatibleNo
Max Resolution3840 x 2160 (4k)
Number of Audio ChannelsNumber of Audio Channels7.1
Panel TypePanel TypeNeo QLED
Refresh Rate120 Hz
Screen size50", 55", 65"
Smart PlatformSmart PlatformTizen
Speaker OutputSpeaker Output60 watts
Sync TechnologySync TechnologyAMD FreeSync, G-Sync, VRR
VRRVRRYes
Works WithWorks WithAmazon Alexa, Bluetooth, Google Assistant, Remote Control, SmartThings, Wi-Fi

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Test Results

These are the most important criteria to test for TVs based on our comprehensive Testing Methodology.

Color Gamut % (DCI P3 xy)94
Color Gamut % (DCI P3 uv)0
Color Gamut % (Rec 2020 xy)0
Color Gamut % (Rec 2020 uv)0
Color Gamut % (sRGB)0
Color Gamut % (Rec 709)0
Color Gamut % (BT.2020)0
Color Gamut % (Adobe RGB)0
Color Gamut % (BT.709)0
Contrast Ratio (x:1)0
SDR Brightness (nits)0
HDR Brightness (nits)1,215
Input Lag (ms)9.6
Response Time (ms)0
Color Washout (Degrees)0
Color Shift (Degrees)0
Brightness Loss (Degrees)0
Reflections (%)0
Low-Freq Extension (Hz)0
Freq Response StdDev @ 70db0
Freq Response StdDev @ 80db0
Weighted Total Harmonic Distortion @80db0
Intermodulation Distortion @80db0
EOTF (600 nit delta)0
EOTF (1000 nit delta)0
EOTF (4000 nit delta)0

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    Score Card

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    Expert Score

    85

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    Customer Score

    88

    *.25

    We place a 25% weighted value on Customer Scores

    True Score

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    Expert Scores

    Publications with higher Trust Ratings are given more weight.

    • Trusted Reviews
      77.5

      Category Trust Rating

      80
      The QE43QN90A Mini LED TV is much better specc’d than any 43-incher need be, a… Read More

      By:

      Kob Monney
    • IGN
      69.35

      Category Trust Rating

      70
      The Samsung QN90A is by no means a bad television – quite the opposite actually:… Read More

      By:

      What Hi-Fi?
    • Expert Reviews UK
      71.7

      Category Trust Rating

      100
      The Samsung QN90A is a fantastic TV that produces a cracking picture and surprisingly effective… Read More

      By:

      Stephen Withers
    • Wired
      30

      Category Trust Rating

      80
      Gorgeous highlights. Superb contrast via Mini LED technology. Variable refresh rate support for gaming, with… Read More

      By:

      Unknown
    • What Hifi
      16.05

      Category Trust Rating

      100
      Samsung’s Neo QLED technology continues to impress, here bringing its stunning HDR-friendly picture quality down… Read More

      By:

      Parker Hall

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