Samsung Q7F QN98Q7FAAFXZA 98"

A 98-inch QLED with a display ranking in the 92nd percentile and gaming at the 79th percentile. The smart platform is weak at the 30th percentile and audio is just 2.0 channels. At USD 1,998 for the bare TV, it's a solid big-screen value, but bundles push the price to USD 3,400 where OLEDs start making more sense.

The display is the headline act. At the 92nd percentile, this 98-inch panel is one of the best-sized screens in our entire database. The 120Hz native refresh rate with Motion Xcelerator keeps fast action smooth, and gaming lands at the 79th percentile, which is strong for a TV this large. HDMI 2.1 with ALLM and HGiG means the PS5 and Xbox Series X will play nice, and Game Mode keeps input lag in check. The 10-bit panel handles HDR10+ content well, though the HDR score of 71st percentile suggests it's good but not class-leading.

The Q4 AI Processor does the heavy lifting for upscaling and color boosting. Samsung claims over a billion shades of color, and the quantum dot layer does deliver vibrant, accurate color at high brightness. But picture quality overall sits at the 70th percentile, which means it's above average without being exceptional. The Mega Contrast branding sounds impressive, but without local dimming data in our benchmarks, we can't confirm it matches the contrast performance of OLED competitors. For a 98-inch screen, the clarity enhancements Samsung mentions are doing real work, since pixels this large need all the processing help they can get.

Against the LG C5 Series OLED55C5PUA, the Samsung wins on sheer size but loses on picture quality. The LG's OLED panel will deliver deeper blacks and better contrast, but it's a 55-inch screen versus 98 inches. The Sony BRAVIA XR XR77A95L sits in between at 77 inches with superior processing and picture quality, though it costs more. The TCL QM8K Series 75QM8K and Hisense U8 Series 65U8QG both offer strong mini-LED performance at lower prices, but neither matches the Samsung's screen size. The Roku Pro Series 55R8C5 is a budget pick that can't compete on specs. If you want the biggest screen possible with solid gaming performance, the Samsung makes sense. If picture quality per dollar is your priority, the TCL or Hisense are better values.

Pricing on this thing is all over the place. US listings range from USD 1,998 to USD 3,400, a spread of USD 1,402 depending on which bundle you pick. The cheapest option at USD 1,998 is the bare TV, while the higher prices include add-ons like the Freestyle Gen2 projector, a B-Series soundbar, or multi-year protection plans. For a 98-inch QLED with 120Hz and HDMI 2.1, the low end of that range is actually reasonable. But once you cross USD 3,000, you're in OLED territory where picture quality scores climb significantly. If you can find the TV alone near USD 1,998, that's the move. Skip the bundles unless you genuinely want the projector or soundbar.

The Samsung QN98Q7FAAFXZA is a 98-inch QLED that scores 63.6 out of 100 in our database. That total lands it in the middle of the pack, but the display itself is a standout at the 92nd percentile. You're getting a massive 4K panel with quantum dot color volume, a 120Hz refresh rate, and HDMI 2.1 support. The picture quality score of 70th percentile tells the real story: this is a big, bright, capable TV that doesn't quite hit the heights of the best OLEDs.

Samsung leans hard into the 'go big' pitch here, and the spec sheet backs up the size argument. 100 percent color volume with quantum dots, HDR10+, and a Q4 AI processor all sound great on paper. But the audio setup is just 2.0 channels, and the smart platform score sits at the 30th percentile, which is a weak spot for a TV in this price range. The 52,208 gram weight also means you'll need a serious wall mount or stand, and the 600x400 VESA pattern is not exactly living room friendly without planning.

Skip this if you care about smart TV features or audio quality. The smart platform score of 30th percentile is one of the weakest in our database, and the 2.0 channel speakers won't fill a room this TV demands. If you're sensitive to picture quality nuances, the 70th percentile picture score means OLED owners will notice the difference immediately. And if you're not ready for a 52,208 gram installation project with a 600x400 VESA mount, this TV will be more hassle than it's worth. The social proof is also thin at just 4 reviews, so you're buying on specs and faith rather than a track record.

The Samsung QN98Q7FAAFXZA is a size-first TV. The 92nd percentile display ranking is the reason to buy it, and the 79th percentile gaming score means it's not just a pretty face. But the 30th percentile smart platform and 2.0 channel audio are hard to ignore at this price. If you have the wall space and want a true home theater centerpiece, this delivers. If you care more about picture quality and smart features, look elsewhere. The 63.6 total score reflects a TV that excels at being huge but stumbles on the details.