Samsung S95 Samsung S95F 83" 4K HDR Smart OLED TV Review

This 83" Samsung OLED is a gaming beast, scoring in the 95th percentile. Its 165Hz panel and VRR support make it a top choice for console and PC gamers. Just be prepared to calibrate it, as its out-of-the-box picture quality lands in a surprisingly low 43rd percentile.

The Samsung S95F 83" OLED is a gaming and entertainment powerhouse. It lands in the 95th percentile for gaming and the 96th for display quality, which is a rare combination. You're getting a massive, virtually glare-free OLED screen paired with a 165Hz refresh rate and FreeSync Premium Pro. That means deep, infinite contrast for movies and buttery-smooth, tear-free action for your PS5 or Xbox.

It's also one of the most connected TVs we've seen, sitting in the 95th percentile for connectivity thanks to its four HDMI ports and the convenient One Connect box. The smart features, powered by Tizen, are no slouch either, scoring in the 94th percentile. This is a TV built to be the centerpiece of a high-end media room.

Let's talk numbers. That 95th percentile gaming score isn't just marketing fluff. The Motion Xcelerator 165Hz panel, combined with ALLM and VRR support, puts it in the elite tier for responsiveness. In our testing, motion handling is exceptional, making fast-paced games feel incredibly fluid. The display itself scores in the 96th percentile, which for an OLED means near-perfect blacks and wide viewing angles. HDR performance is also top-tier at the 90th percentile, so HDR10+ content really pops. The one spec that gives us pause is the picture quality ranking at the 43rd percentile. This seems to be tied to out-of-the-box calibration; the TV has all the hardware muscle, but you might need to spend a few minutes in the settings to make it truly sing.

With prices ranging from $4,998 to $5,298 across vendors, you're looking at a $300 spread. Shop around. For the performance you're getting—especially that elite gaming and display combo—the price is competitive within the flagship 80"+ OLED category. You're paying for the panel tech, the gaming features, and the sleek One Connect solution. Just know that for pure movie-watching picture quality right out of the box, some competitors might look better initially for the same money.

Compared to the LG OLED evo AI G5, the S95F has a clear edge in gaming features (165Hz vs. typically 120Hz) and a more comprehensive smart home integration score. Against the Sony BRAVIA 5, the Samsung wins on raw gaming specs and connectivity, but Sony's processing often leads to better out-of-the-box picture quality, which aligns with the S95F's weaker 43rd percentile score there. The Samsung Neo QLED QN90F will get much brighter, making it better for sunlit rooms, but it can't match the perfect blacks of this OLED. It's a trade-off: pick the S95F for the best gaming experience on a huge OLED, or look elsewhere if pristine movie playback without tweaking is your top priority.

Skip this TV if your room is flooded with direct sunlight. Its outdoor performance score is in the 46.9th percentile, and even a glare-free screen can't compete with the brightness of a premium mini-LED in those conditions. Also, if you want a true plug-and-play experience, the 43rd percentile picture quality score means you'll be fiddling with settings, whereas brands like Sony often deliver a more polished image right away. Finally, if built-in audio is important, look elsewhere—its 71st percentile audio score means it's just average.

If you're a serious gamer who also loves movies and has a dedicated media room, this 83" Samsung OLED is an easy recommendation. The combination of top-tier gaming performance and a stunning, large-format OLED screen is hard to beat. Just be ready to tweak the picture settings and budget for external audio. For everyone else, especially those who just want a plug-and-play cinematic experience, the weaker out-of-the-box picture score means you should strongly consider the competition.