Insignia F50 Series NS-65F501NA26 65"
Samsung QN70FA QN65QN70FAFXZA 64.5"
What Buyers Say
Insignia F50 Series NS-65F501NA26 65"
Overall, buyers are pleased with the Insignia 65-inch F50 Series Smart Fire TV, especially for its price, picture quality, and easy setup. Many highlight the vibrant colors and sharp 4K resolution, making it a great value for a large-screen TV. However, a significant number of users report issues with the remote lag, slow operating system, and occasional glitches or defects, with some experiencing sound problems or the TV turning off unexpectedly. While most recommend it for budget-conscious buyers, a few advise spending more for a more reliable model.
Pros
- Great picture quality
- Vibrant colors
- Easy setup
- Good value for price
- Fire TV built-in
Cons
- Remote lag
- Slow operating system
- Sound quality issues
- Occasional glitches
- Defective units
Samsung QN70FA QN65QN70FAFXZA 64.5"
Users are overwhelmingly positive about this TV, praising its exceptional picture quality, vibrant colors, and brightness. The smart features and streaming speed are also well-received, with one user highlighting its performance with PS5 games. However, there are minor criticisms about the Tizen OS and sound quality, which some find less than optimal without a soundbar.
Pros
- Exceptional picture quality
- Vibrant colors
- High brightness
- Great smart features
- Fast streaming
Cons
- Tizen OS not favored
- Sound quality subpar without soundbar
Scores
Specifications
| Insignia F50 Series NS-65F501NA26 65" | Samsung QN70FA QN65QN70FAFXZA 64.5" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 64.5" | 65" |
| Resolution | 4K | 4K |
| Panel Type | LED | QD-Mini-LED★ |
| Backlight | Direct LED | Mini-LED★ |
| Aspect Ratio | — | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✗ | ✗ |
| Picture Quality | ||
| Contrast Ratio | — | infinite |
| Color Gamut | — | Color Booster Pro |
| Color Depth | — | 10-bit★ |
| Motion Tech | None | Motion 144Hz |
| Processor | HDR Compatible | NQ4 AI Gen2 Processor |
| HDR | ||
| HDR Formats | HDR10 | HDR |
| Dolby Vision | ✗ | ✗ |
| HDR10+ | ✗ | ✓★ |
| HLG | ✗ | ✗ |
| Gaming | ||
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz★ |
| VRR | — | FreeSync Premium Pro |
| ALLM | — | ✓★ |
| Game Mode | — | ✓★ |
| Smart TV | ||
| Platform | Fire TV | Tizen |
| Voice Assistant | Amazon Alexa | Multiple Voice Assistant Compatible |
| Screen Mirroring | Apple AirPlay | SmartThings |
| Works With | — | Google Home, SmartThings |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Config | 2.0 | 2.0 |
| Wattage | — | 20W★ |
| Dolby Atmos | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Surround Sound | DTS Virtual:X | Yes★ |
| eARC | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 3 | 4★ |
| HDMI Version | 2.1 | 2.1 |
| USB Ports | 1 | 2★ |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.2★ |
| Ethernet | ✓ | ✓ |
| Optical Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| VESA Mount | 400x300 | 400x300 |
| Power & Size | ||
| Power | 45W★ | 164W |
| Energy Star | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Annual Energy | 279 kWh★ | 310 kWh |
| Weight | 14.10 kg★ | 20.82 kg |
Pros & Cons
Insignia F50 Series NS-65F501NA26 65"
- Strong social proof (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong smart (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Strong connectivity (73rd percentile)
- Below average display (23rd percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (30th percentile)
Samsung QN70FA QN65QN70FAFXZA 64.5"
- Strong connectivity (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong gaming (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong social proof (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong display (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Below average hdr (34th percentile)
Pricing
Insignia F50 Series NS-65F501NA26 65" offers 1.5x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 78 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 14 of 40 specs.
