Samsung Q7F QN85Q7FAAFXZA 84.5"

This Samsung came to play in the smart department, ranking better than 96% of all TVs we've tested. The 85-inch QLED display is vibrant and quick to set up, but owner sentiment has dipped to 78 out of 100, hinting that the initial excitement fades once the 60Hz panel and missing Dolby Vision settle in. Avid gamers and cinephiles won't be thrilled.

The headline act here is size: 85 diagonal inches of Quantum Dot goodness. While it's an edge-lit panel rather than full-array, Samsung's processing and the 10-bit panel deliver 100% color volume, so reds, greens, and blues stay punchy even in bright rooms. Motion Xcelerator helps keep action smooth, though native 60Hz means you won't get the buttery 120Hz motion some gamers crave. Input lag isn't specified, but with ALLM and HDMI 2.1 support, it's competent for casual play, just don't expect top-tier competitive specs.

Smart features are where this set truly flexes. The Q4 AI processor drives One UI Tizen with almost zero lag, and our smart score of 96th percentile puts it at the front of the pack. You get Bixby, Alexa, and SmartThings built in, so barking commands or syncing your robot vacuum is seamless. Connectivity is solid with three HDMI ports, eARC, Wi-Fi 5, and Bluetooth 5.2, though you miss out on an ATSC 3.0 tuner and there's no dedicated audio output beyond HDMI—something a few owners grumble about.

Stacked against the LG OLED evo AI 4K G5 Series, the Samsung gives up the deep, pixel-level blacks and Dolby Vision that make OLED a cinephile's dream. The G5 will outclass the Q7F in picture quality and HDR grading every time. The Sony BRAVIA XR XR77A95L brings superior motion handling and a more accurate out-of-box picture, though it can't match the Samsung's smart platform polish. The TCL QM7K steps up with Mini-LED and 120Hz for a similar price, making it a better gaming pick. The Hisense U7 Series also packs 120Hz and strong brightness at a competitive price, while the Samsung Neo QLED QN900F offers 8K resolution and a full-array backlight that leaves the Q7F's edge-lit design in the dust. If you must have an 85-inch screen and smart home integration tops your list, the Samsung holds its ground, but the competition is fierce elsewhere.

Pricing for this Q7F spans a laughably wide gulf from $463 to $38,950 depending on where you shop. At the sub-$1,500 range, this is a screaming deal for a premium 85-inch smart TV with elite smart capabilities, and the new low of $463 makes it an outright steal if you can find it at that price. Closer to the four-figure stratosphere, you're getting fleeced. Shop around: Best Buy tends to list it at competitive rates, and Newegg sometimes surprises. Given that the total weighted score sits at 85.9 and the budget sub-score is a strong 88.5, this set shines brightest when you treat it as a value giant.

The Samsung Q7F is a smart TV that's so smart it lands in the 96th percentile of our database, which means it's better than almost anything else you'll find for streaming, voice control, and home automation. Pair that with an 85-inch QLED panel that pumps out Pantone-validated color and infinite contrast, and you've got a living room centerpiece that looks the part. Over 8,300 owners agree, giving it a 4.5-star average and praising how quick it is to set up, with a smart hub they liken to having a built-in Firestick.

But the numbers also tell a more nuanced story. Picture quality and HDR sit at the 70th percentile, just above average, and the 60Hz refresh rate means gaming lands at the 51st percentile—basically middle of the pack. Audio, from a 20-watt 2.0-channel setup, scores 56th percentile, so the soundbar crowd will want to budget accordingly. The price swings wildly from $1,000 to nearly $39,000 across vendors, which is frankly bonkers. If you can snag it closer to the lower end, the sheer size and smart prowess make it a tempting pick.

Competitive gamers and home theater purists should pass. The 60Hz ceiling and 51st percentile gaming score mean you won't get the fluid motion of 120Hz sets, and the edge-lit backlight can't match the deep blacks or Dolby Vision support found on even mid-range OLEDs and Mini-LEDs. If audio is a priority, the 56th percentile built-in speakers will leave you wanting a soundbar immediately, and the lack of a dedicated audio output can frustrate legacy setups. With owner sentiment slipping to 78 out of 100, the long-term satisfaction isn't as strong as the initial buzz suggests.

If smart features and a gargantuan screen are your non-negotiables, the Q7F delivers in spades, though recent owner sentiment has cooled to 78 out of 100, suggesting the honeymoon phase may be wearing off. You'll still love the easy everyday streaming and that wall-dominating presence. But the 60Hz panel, middle-of-the-road picture score, and missing Dolby Vision mean demanding viewers and serious gamers should look elsewhere. For families or smart home enthusiasts who can lock in a price under $1,500, it's a feel-good purchase that'll make movie night an event, just know that the crowd isn't quite as enthusiastic as it once was.