Samsung S85FA QN83S85FAEXZA 83"

The Samsung S85F is an 83-inch OLED with stunning contrast, Pantone Validated color, and solid 120Hz gaming performance. It lacks Dolby Vision and HDR brightness is mediocre for the price. Pricing ranges from USD 2,298 to USD 2,620, with Newegg offering the best deal. Buy it for the size and contrast, but skip it if HDR performance is your priority.

The display itself ranks in the 97th percentile in our database, which is about as good as it gets for a non-QD-OLED. The self-illuminating pixels mean blacks are truly black, and the contrast is effectively infinite. That's the OLED party trick, and it never gets old. The NQ4 AI Gen2 processor handles upscaling and motion, and the Motion Xcelerator 120Hz keeps fast action smooth. For gaming, the 120Hz panel with FreeSync Premium and ALLM means you can plug in a PS5 or Xbox Series X and get a responsive, tear-free experience. The gaming score of 75.5 out of 100 puts it well above average, though not at the very top of the charts.

Where things get more complicated is HDR. The HDR score sits in the 34th percentile, which is mediocre for a TV at this price. That's not a typo. The S85F supports HDR10+ and HLG, but it lacks Dolby Vision, which is a real omission for a premium TV in 2025. A lot of streaming content is mastered in Dolby Vision, and without it, you're relying on HDR10+ support, which is less common. The picture quality score of 36th percentile tells a similar story. The panel is great, but the overall HDR brightness and tone mapping don't push it into flagship territory. If you watch a lot of HDR content in a bright room, you'll notice the difference compared to a QD-OLED or a high-end mini-LED.

The most direct competitor is the LG OLED evo G3. LG's panel gets brighter in HDR, supports Dolby Vision, and has better gaming features with four full-bandwidth HDMI 2.1 ports. The G3 is also a gallery design, so it sits flush against the wall. But the G3 tops out at 77 inches in most markets, and the 83-inch version costs significantly more. If size matters more than HDR brightness, the Samsung wins. If you want the best picture quality per dollar, the LG is the better buy.

The TCL QM8K is a different beast entirely. It's a mini-LED TV that gets much brighter than the S85F, which makes it better for bright rooms and HDR content. It also costs less. But it can't match the OLED's per-pixel contrast and viewing angles. The Sony BRAVIA 9 is another mini-LED option with excellent processing and color accuracy, but it's priced higher than the Samsung. If you're a gamer, the Hisense U8 Series offers 144Hz and great HDR for less money, though the brand's quality control has been hit or miss. The Roku Pro Series is the budget pick, but it's not in the same league for picture quality.

Pricing on this thing is all over the place. We're seeing listings from USD 2,298 to USD 2,620 across 11 US listings. That's a USD 322 spread, which is significant. The best deal in our data comes from Newegg, where you can find it at the lower end of that range, often bundled with a wall mount or protection plan. If you're paying the higher end, you're leaving money on the table.

For an 83-inch OLED, USD 2,298 is actually pretty competitive. You're getting a massive screen with excellent contrast and solid gaming features. But the value proposition gets murkier when you consider what else is out there. The LG OLED evo G3, for example, offers better HDR performance and Dolby Vision, though typically at a smaller size for the same money. The TCL QM8K is a mini-LED that gets much brighter and costs less, but you give up the perfect blacks. If you want the biggest OLED you can get without spending QD-OLED money, the S85F makes sense. Just know you're trading HDR punch for size.

Samsung's S85F is the kind of TV that makes you realize how far OLED has come. This 83-inch panel is huge, Pantone Validated, and driven by Samsung's NQ4 AI Gen2 processor. It's aimed at people who want a massive screen for movies and gaming without stepping up to the company's flagship QD-OLED lineup. And at this size, it's a statement piece for your living room.

What's interesting here is the positioning. Samsung has been pushing QD-OLED hard, but the S85F uses a traditional WOLED-style panel with Samsung's processing on top. That means you get the near-infinite contrast OLED is famous for, but the brightness and color volume won't match the S95F or Sony's A95L. Still, for most people, this is going to look stunning, especially in a dark room.

We're looking at the 83-inch model specifically, which is the biggest in the S85F lineup. It's a 4K panel with a 120Hz refresh rate, FreeSync Premium, and ALLM for gaming. The smart platform is Tizen, which has its fans and its critics. At 72.5 kg, you'll want a friend or three to help with the wall mount. The VESA pattern is 400x300, so make sure your mount can handle the weight and the pattern.

If you're a home theater purist who wants the best HDR experience, skip the S85F. The lack of Dolby Vision and the mediocre HDR brightness mean you're not getting the full potential of 4K HDR content. Look at the LG G3 or Sony BRAVIA 9 instead. If you're on a budget, the TCL QM8K offers better HDR performance for less money, though you'll sacrifice the perfect blacks.

Also skip this if you're putting it in a bright room with lots of windows. OLED panels have improved, but the S85F's HDR brightness is not its strong suit. A mini-LED like the Hisense U8 or TCL QM8K will fight glare much better. And if you're not planning to add a soundbar, the 20W 2-channel speakers are going to feel underwhelming for a TV this size. Budget for audio if you go this route.

If you want the biggest OLED you can get for under USD 2,500, the Samsung S85F 83-inch is a strong choice. The contrast is stunning, the color accuracy is Pantone Validated, and gaming at 120Hz with FreeSync Premium is a joy. The social proof is exceptional, with 389 reviews averaging 5 out of 5. People who buy this TV seem to love it, and that's not nothing.

But if you're a serious home theater enthusiast who watches a lot of HDR content, the lack of Dolby Vision and the mediocre HDR brightness are real drawbacks. You'd be better served by the LG G3 or stepping up to Samsung's own QD-OLED lineup. And if you're on a tighter budget, the TCL QM8K gets you 90% of the experience for less money. The S85F is a great TV, but it's not the best TV for everyone.