Samsung QN85QN900FFXZA vs TCL 85X11L
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Choosing between the Samsung QN85QN900FFXZA and TCL 85X11L? 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 Samsung QN85QN900FFXZA scores higher in form factor, room fit, future-proofing. The TCL 85X11L leads in video quality. They score similarly in value, gaming performance, ease of use.
The Samsung QN85QN900FFXZA holds an advantage across more performance dimensions, but the TCL 85X11L may still be the better pick depending on which specs matter most to your setup. See the detailed comparison table below for the full breakdown.
Performance Overview
Scores based on specs and category benchmarks (0–100 scale)
Detailed Specifications
| Specification | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | N/A | N/A |
| Screen Size | 85" | 85" |
| Resolution | 8K | 4K |
| Panel Type | VA | VA |
| Backlight Type | mini-LED | mini-LED |
| Native Contrast Ratio | Quantum Mini LED Pro | — |
| HDR Formats | HDR10, HLG | HDR10, Dolby Vision IQ, Dolby Vision, HLG |
| Refresh Rate | 120Hz | 144Hz |
| VRR | Yes | Yes |
| VRR Type | FreeSync | FreeSync |
| ALLM | Yes | Yes |
| Smart OS | Tizen | Google TV |
| Speaker Config | 4.2.2 | — |
| Dolby Atmos (Speakers) | Yes | Yes |
| HDMI Total Ports | 4 | 0 |
| HDMI 2.1 Ports | 4 | 0 |
| eARC Port | No | No |
| VESA Pattern | 600x400 | — |
| Processor | NQ8 AI Gen2 Processor | TSR AI Processor |
| Model Year | — | — |
Key Differences
- Local Dimming Type: Samsung QN85QN900FFXZA at Ultimate 8K Dimming Pro vs TCL 85X11L at Up to LD20000 Precise Dimming Series
- Series Name: Samsung QN85QN900FFXZA at QN900F vs TCL 85X11L at X11L
- USB Type: Samsung QN85QN900FFXZA at 2 x USB-A vs TCL 85X11L at 1x USB3.0 & 2x USB 2.0
- HDR Formats: Samsung QN85QN900FFXZA at HDR10, HLG vs TCL 85X11L at HDR10, Dolby Vision IQ, Dolby Vision, HLG
- Smart OS: Samsung QN85QN900FFXZA at Tizen vs TCL 85X11L at Google TV
Which Should You Choose?
Choose Samsung QN85QN900FFXZA if you want:
- + better hdmi total ports
- + better hdmi 2.1 ports
- + better depth (w/ stand)
- + lighter weight
Choose TCL 85X11L if you want:
- + better refresh rate
- + better native refresh rate
See Where These Rank
Check our editorial rankings to see how Samsung QN85QN900FFXZA and TCL 85X11L compare to the rest of the field.
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