![]() The Samsung QN95A employs the Tizen-powered smart TV platform, and these days it gives LG’s webOS a run for its money in terms of user interface, responsiveness and functionality. (Image credit: Samsung) Samsung QN95A: smart TV (Tizen OS) New this year is a solar panel on the back that recharges the batteries – making it more eco-friendly. This simplified wand is comfortable to hold, easy to use with one hand, and includes all the main controls, plus some dedicated buttons for popular streamers. The QN65A comes with two controllers: a standard black plastic zapper, and the new sleek metal Solar Cell remote. There’s also a solid choice of wireless connections, with Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and support for Apple AirPlay 2. In terms of other physical connections, it’s a fairly standard selection with two USB 2.0 inputs, twin tuners for terrestrial and satellite broadcasts, a CI slot, an optical digital output, and an Ethernet port. While not full HDMI 2.1 connections, they offer sufficient bandwidth, making this TV a great choice for next-gen gamers who want to take full advantage of their new console or consoles. All of the HDMI inputs are capable of handling up to 40Gbps, which means they can accept 4K/120Hz, VRR and ALLM. The box houses four HDMI inputs, one of which (HDMI 3) supports eARC. The textured matte black finish is another welcome addition, replacing the earlier glossy black boxes, which were a magnet for fingerprints and smudges. The reduced size also makes it more discreet, allowing the box to be easily hidden away if necessary. The One Connect box itself has been slimmed down, and is now sleeker and more elegant. If you prefer, you can wall mount the QN95A using the optional ‘No Gap’ bracket, with the single cable from the clever One Connect box making installation easy, stylish and tidy. It’s also fairly heavy, providing robust and stable support. The stand is easy to assemble and complements the overall aesthetic. Considering there’s a full-array Mini LED backlight and eight speakers behind the panel, it’s a wonder Samsung has managed to squeeze everything into a chassis only 15mm deep. The Samsung QN95A continues the elegant and minimalist design ethos introduced last year, with a slim panel and virtually no bezel. Minimalist design with virtually no bezel. ![]() (Image credit: Stephen Withers) Samsung QN95A: design Or look at our LG C1 OLED review for a slightly more expensive TV that comes in at $1,799 / £1,699 for the 55-inch LG OLED55C1. ![]() Check out our Sony X90J review for a TV that's almost identical in price at $1,099 for the 50-inch model (£1,399 in the UK for the 55-inch version). The newer Samsung QN95B is significantly more expensive than 2021's flagship QLED, costing £2,499 / $2,399.99 for the 55-inch set, but comes with big improvements, so the price hike is to be expected.Ĭompared to similar TVs released in 2021, the Samsung QN95B is competitively priced. Read our Samsung QN95B review to find out more about it. US readers will be happy to learn that Samsung's flagship QLED of 2022 is available more widely. This was the version available stateside but is a step down compared to the QN95A we're reviewing here. If you're in the US, check out our Samsung QN90A Neo QLED TV review. The Samsung QN95A was only available in the UK and Europe. Now the QN95A has been out since 2021, you might find some retailers knocking these prices down further. The model reviewed here is the 65-inch QE65QN95A, which originally retailed for £2,999 but is now priced at £1,499 on the Samsung website.Ĭurrently, the 55-inch is £1,299, the 75-inch is £2,299 and the 85-inch is £2,999. It comes in a choice of 55, 65, 75 and 85-inch screen sizes. The Samsung QN95A was the flagship Neo QLED 4K TV in 2021. Prices start at £1,299 for the 55-inch size. ![]() Read on for our full Samsung QN95A review. However, overall this is a superb new model, and successfully laid down the Mini LED gauntlet for the 2022 flagship, the Samsung QN95B. Otherwise the only real complaint is a lack of Freeview Play support. Given the excellent audio capabilities, it’s a shame there’s no onboard Dolby Atmos decoding and Samsung’s continued refusal to embrace Dolby Vision remains a source of frustration. ![]() This is another triumph of industrial design from Samsung, with a minimalist but elegant shape, solid metal stand, and nearly bezel-less screen. The QN95A doesn’t just look good, it also sounds fantastic thanks to Object Tracking Sound Plus (OTS+), which somehow manages to cram a powerful 4.2.2-channel sound system into the TV’s ultra-slim chassis. ![]()
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