Samsung QN70FA QN85QN70FAFXZA 85 Inch Neo 85" 2025 Review

A big screen for a not-so-big price. The Samsung QN70FA delivers solid 85-inch performance for the money, but don't expect reference-level picture quality.

The Samsung QN70FA is a big, bright, and surprisingly affordable 85-inch Neo QLED. The one thing you need to know? It's a solid value for a massive screen, but don't expect it to compete with the absolute best in picture quality. For the price, you get a lot of TV, but our data shows its picture quality scores are only in the 43rd percentile, which means there are a lot of better-looking screens out there.

The numbers tell a clear story. Its display and audio scores are strong, landing in the 90th and 84th percentiles respectively, so movies and shows look and sound great. But the surprise is in the details: its HDR performance is only in the 57th percentile, and its overall picture quality score is a disappointing 43rd. This means while it's bright and colorful, it might lack the deep contrast and nuanced highlights of higher-end models, especially in a dark room.

At around $1,815, it's a good value if your main goal is to get a very large, decent-looking TV without breaking the bank. You're paying for size and solid overall performance, not class-leading picture quality.

Compared to the Samsung QN90F, you're giving up some peak brightness and local dimming precision for a lower price. Against an LG OLED like the G5, you'll miss those perfect blacks and infinite contrast, but you'll get a much brighter screen that's better for sunny rooms. The real choice is between this and something like the Hisense U6 Series. The Hisense might offer similar mini-LED tech at a lower price point, but Samsung's processing and brand reliability often justify the extra cost.

Skip this if you're a home theater purist chasing the best possible picture. The HDR and contrast are this TV's weak points. For a similar price in a smaller size, you could get a much better-looking LG OLED. If you just want the biggest screen you can get for around $1,800, this is it.

We recommend the Samsung QN70FA if you want a massive 85-inch TV for a family room or media space and your budget is firm around $2,000. It's good for sports, decent for gaming, and looks fine for everyday streaming. But if picture quality is your top priority and you watch a lot of HDR movies, you should spend more on a higher-end Samsung Neo QLED or look at an OLED.