Samsung QN85D 75"
Roku Pro Series 75R8C5 75"
What Buyers Say
Samsung QN85D 75"
Users are overwhelmingly positive about this Samsung Neo QLED TV, praising its stunning picture quality, vibrant colors, deep blacks, and excellent performance for gaming and movies. The large screen and smart features are also well-received, with some noting the Q-Symphony compatibility with Samsung soundbars. Minor criticisms include slight lag during fast sports and the lack of forward tilt on the stand, but overall satisfaction is high.
Pros
- Stunning picture quality
- Vibrant colors and deep blacks
- Excellent for gaming and movies
- Large screen size
- Q-Symphony compatibility
Cons
- Slight lag in fast sports
- No forward tilt on stand
Roku Pro Series 75R8C5 75"
This Roku TV earns high praise for its stunning picture quality, vibrant colors, and excellent brightness, especially in the 2025 model. Users love the intuitive Roku interface and the innovative Pro Remote with backlit buttons and no batteries. While the built-in speakers are surprisingly good for most, one reviewer found them underwhelming and prefers a soundbar. A minor early issue with local dimming zones resolved itself, and the TV is considered a great value, particularly at sale prices.
Pros
- Stunning picture quality
- Vibrant colors and brightness
- Intuitive Roku interface
- Innovative Pro Remote with backlit buttons
- No batteries needed for remote
Cons
- Built-in speakers not immersive for some
- Must disable TV speakers for soundbar use
- Initial local dimming zone issue
- Delivery service issues with free setup
Scores
Specifications
| Samsung QN85D 75" | Roku Pro Series 75R8C5 75" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 75" | 75" |
| Resolution | 4K | 4K |
| Panel Type | Mini-LED★ | QLED |
| Backlight | Mini-LED★ | Full-Array LED |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✗ | ✗ |
| Picture Quality | ||
| Color Gamut | Neo Quantum HDR | — |
| Motion Tech | Motion Xcelerator 120Hz | Dolby Vision IQ |
| Processor | NQ4 AI Gen2 Processor | Roku Smart Picture Max |
| HDR | ||
| HDR Formats | HDR10, HDR10+, HLG | Dolby Vision, HDR 10+, Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG) |
| Dolby Vision | ✗ | ✓★ |
| HDR10+ | ✓ | ✓ |
| HLG | ✓ | ✓ |
| Gaming | ||
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz★ |
| VRR | Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) | FreeSync Premium Pro, VRR |
| ALLM | ✓ | ✓ |
| Game Mode | ✓ | ✓ |
| Smart TV | ||
| Platform | Tizen | Roku TV |
| Voice Assistant | Amazon Alexa, Bixby | Not Applicable, Not Applicable |
| Screen Mirroring | SmartThings, Apple AirPlay | Apple AirPlay 2, Miracast |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Config | 2.2 | 2.0 |
| Wattage | 40W★ | — |
| Dolby Atmos | ✓ | ✓ |
| Surround Sound | Object Tracking Sound Lite | Dolby Atmos, Dolby Audio |
| eARC | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 4 | 4 |
| HDMI Version | 2.1 | 2.1 |
| USB Ports | 2 | 2 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 6★ |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.2 |
| Ethernet | ✓ | ✓ |
| Optical Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| VESA Mount | 400x400 | 400mm x 400mm |
| Power & Size | ||
| Power | — | 60W★ |
| Energy Star | ✗ | ✗ |
| Annual Energy | 184 kWh★ | 377 kWh |
| Weight | 33.10 kg★ | 37.24 kg |
Pros & Cons
Samsung QN85D 75"
- Strong smart (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong audio (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong connectivity (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong display (89th percentile)89th %ile
Roku Pro Series 75R8C5 75"
- Strong connectivity (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong gaming (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong social proof (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong display (85th percentile)85th %ile
Verdict
Scores 87 overall, wins 8 of 9 usage categories and 5 of 37 specs.