Samsung Q8F QN55Q8FAAFXZA 54.6"
A Quantum Dot QLED panel achieves 100% color volume, driven by the Q4 AI Processor and Motion Xcelerator 144Hz for fluid, artifact-free motion. With a 120Hz native refresh rate, FreeSync Premium, and four HDMI 2.1 ports supporting ALLM, it doubles as a responsive low-lag gaming display. It’s ideal for console and PC gamers seeking tear-free 4K 120Hz HDR gaming and smart home adopters who want integrated Alexa, Bixby, and Knox security.
Snapshot
What owners think
How owner sentiment changed over time
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- Q3 202675/100
Most buyers praise the picture quality, ease of use, and compatibility. However, one unit failed after four months due to a blown power supply, and the remote was unreliable.
- Excellent picture quality, color, and clarity.
- Easy setup and compatibility with devices and soundbars.
- One TV died after four months from a blown power supply.
- Remote responsiveness praised by some, but unreliable for one user.
- Q2 202672/100
Buyers praised picture quality, brightness, and value. However, several reported receiving used units, early backlight failures, and screen uniformity issues.
- Excellent picture quality, brightness, and color accuracy for the price.
- Several buyers received used or damaged TVs sold as new, with scratches and missing accessories.
- Backlight failures and dead pixels reported within months of purchase.
- Some users experienced pixelation, glitches, or bright spots on dark scenes.
- Q1 202685/100
Buyers praised the Q8F's vibrant picture, gaming performance, and sleek design. Some reported defects, software annoyances, and remote usability issues.
- Excellent picture quality with vibrant colors and high contrast.
- Great for gaming with solid refresh rate and 120fps support.
- Some units arrived defective or with cracks; software update reminders intrusive.
- Remote lacks input button; menu navigation not user-friendly for some.
- Q4 202585/100
Buyers praised the excellent picture quality, vibrant colors, and easy setup. Some noted remote issues, confusing menus, and limited app storage.
- Excellent picture quality, clarity, and vibrant colors praised by many.
- Remote control disliked by some; solar remote appreciated by others.
- Setup generally easy, but some found menus confusing and auto-home screen annoying.
- Limited app storage without external device; some sound quality and Bluetooth volume issues.
Based on 224 dated customer reviews, grouped by calendar quarter. Period analysis is in English.
The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Display
| Size | 54.6" |
| Resolution | 4K |
| Panel Type | QLED |
| Backlight | Edge LED |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Curved | No |
Picture Quality
| Color Gamut | 100% Color Volume with Quantum Dot |
| Motion Tech | Motion Xcelerator 144Hz |
| Processor | Q4 AI Processor |
HDR
| HDR Formats | HDR 10+ |
| Dolby Vision | No |
| HDR10+ | Yes |
| HLG | Yes |
Gaming
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz |
| VRR | FreeSync Premium (AMD Adaptive Sync) |
| ALLM | Yes |
| Game Mode | Yes |
Smart TV
| Platform | Tizen |
| Voice Assistant | Amazon Alexa, Bixby |
| Screen Mirroring | SmartThings |
| Works With | Google Home, SmartThings |
Audio
| Speaker Config | 2 |
| Wattage | 20 |
| Dolby Atmos | No |
| Surround Sound | ✓ |
| eARC | Yes |
Connectivity
| HDMI Ports | 4 |
| HDMI Version | 2.1 |
| USB Ports | 2 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 |
| Ethernet | Yes |
| Optical Audio | No |
| VESA Mount | 200x200 |
Power & Size
| Power | 40 |
| Energy Star | No |
| Annual Energy | 249 |
| Weight | 13.9 kg / 30.6 lbs |
vs Competition
| Spec | Samsung Q8F QN55Q8FAAFXZA 54.6" | Sony BRAVIA 5 K65XR50 | TCL QM6K Series 55QM6K | Hisense QD7 Series 75QD7QF | LG QNED evo AI 86QNED85AUA | Roku Plus Series 55R6C7 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen Size | 54.599998474121094 | 65 | 55 | 75 | 86 | 55 |
| Resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
| Panel Type | QLED | Mini-LED | QLED | QLED | Mini-LED | QLED |
| Refresh Rate | 120 | 120 | 144 | 144 | 120 | 60 |
| Hdr | HDR 10+ | HDR 10, Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG), Dolby Vision | Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR10, HLG | Dolby Vision, HDR 10+, HDR 10, Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG) | HDR10, HLG | Dolby Vision, HDR 10+, Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG) |
| Smart Platform | Tizen | Google TV | Google TV | Fire TV | webOS | Roku TV |
| Dolby Vision | false | true | true | true | false | true |
| Dolby Atmos | false | true | true | true | false | true |
| Hdmi Version | 2.1 | 2.1 | 2.1 | 2.1 | 2.1 | 2.1 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | HDR | Audio | Smart | Gaming | Display | Connectivity | Social Proof | Picture Quality |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Samsung Q8F QN55Q8FAAFXZA 54.6" | 37.3 | 59.5 | 93.9 | 85.5 | 74.3 | 84.9 | 88.5 | 36.8 |
| Sony BRAVIA 5 K65XR50 Compare | 91.9 | 93.1 | 84.1 | 80.4 | 84.8 | 93.1 | 94.6 | 92.6 |
| TCL QM6K Series 55QM6K Compare | 98.8 | 89 | 97.8 | 93.4 | 77.8 | 89.6 | 88.5 | 98.9 |
| Hisense QD7 Series 75QD7QF Compare | 83.7 | 83.4 | 88.2 | 91 | 86.6 | 89.6 | 77.2 | 87.7 |
| LG QNED evo AI 86QNED85AUA Compare | 64.5 | 59.5 | 93.9 | 85.5 | 94.7 | 96.7 | 94.6 | 79.7 |
| Roku Plus Series 55R6C7 Compare | 77.5 | 83.4 | 99.8 | 58.9 | 77.8 | 89.6 | 94.6 | 36.8 |
