Hisense 65U8N vs Samsung QN85QN80FAFXZA
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Choosing between the Hisense 65U8N and Samsung QN85QN80FAFXZA? Both compete in the TV segment. Here’s how they compare across the specs that matter most for your home theater.
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Looking at overall performance dimensions: The Hisense 65U8N scores higher in video quality, form factor, room fit. The Samsung QN85QN80FAFXZA leads in gaming performance, future-proofing. They score similarly in value, ease of use.
On the display side, screen sizes differ at 65" vs 85". Panel technology significantly impacts contrast, color accuracy, and viewing angles.
These two TV options trade wins across different dimensions. The right choice depends on which specs matter most for your room and listening preferences — review the detailed table below to decide.
Performance Overview
Scores based on specs and category benchmarks (0–100 scale)
Detailed Specifications
| Specification | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | N/A | N/A |
| Screen Size | 65" | 85" |
| Resolution | 4K | 4K |
| Panel Type | VA | VA |
| Backlight Type | mini-LED | mini-LED |
| Native Contrast Ratio | — | Quantum Matrix Technology Core |
| HDR Formats | HDR10+, HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG | HDR10, HLG |
| Refresh Rate | 144Hz | 120Hz |
| VRR | No | Yes |
| VRR Type | — | FreeSync |
| ALLM | No | Yes |
| Smart OS | Google TV | Tizen |
| Speaker Config | — | — |
| Dolby Atmos (Speakers) | Yes | Yes |
| HDMI Total Ports | 4 | 4 |
| HDMI 2.1 Ports | 2 | 4 |
| eARC Port | No | No |
| VESA Pattern | 600x400 | 600x400 |
| Processor | — | NQ4 AI Gen2 Processor |
| Model Year | — | — |
Key Differences
- HDR Formats: Hisense 65U8N at HDR10+, HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG vs Samsung QN85QN80FAFXZA at HDR10, HLG
- Series Name: Hisense 65U8N at U8N vs Samsung QN85QN80FAFXZA at QN80F
- Depth (w/ Stand): Hisense 65U8N at 11.4" vs Samsung QN85QN80FAFXZA at 1.9"
- Smart OS: Hisense 65U8N at Google TV vs Samsung QN85QN80FAFXZA at Tizen
- Native Refresh Rate: Hisense 65U8N at 144Hz vs Samsung QN85QN80FAFXZA at 60Hz
Which Should You Choose?
Choose Hisense 65U8N if you want:
- + better refresh rate
- + better native refresh rate
- + better audio power
- + lower power draw
Choose Samsung QN85QN80FAFXZA if you want:
- + larger screen
- + better hdmi 2.1 ports
- + better depth (w/ stand)
- + lighter weight
See Where These Rank
Check our editorial rankings to see how Hisense 65U8N and Samsung QN85QN80FAFXZA compare to the rest of the field.
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