The Samsung Q70R and Samsung Q80R are two TVs that are both found in the QLED series. With the Q80R being more expensive, many people raise the question if the surcharge is worth it.
We explain exactly where the differences lie and what the more expensive Samsung Q80R can do better.
Samsung Q70R and Samsung Q80R compared
Which TV is better?
- Deep blacks
- Full Array Local Dimming 4x
- Low input lag
- VRR FreeSync
- HDR10+
- 48 dimming zones
- No DTS
- Limited viewing angle
- Deep blacks
- Full Array Local Dimming 6x
- Low input lag
- VRR FreeSync
- HDR10+
- 50 dimming zones
- No DTS
Detailed comparison: Samsung Q70R or Samsung Q80R
| Comparison winner |
Samsung QLED Q70R The Samsung Q70R is the most affordable "real" QLED. It has a VAVertical Alignment, type of LCD Panel panelThe panel is the actual screen of a television. There is different types of panels like OLED, LCD or Micro LED and different sub-types of LCD like VA or IPS. that uses Full Array Local Dimming for deep black tones. In addition, contrast and brightness are sufficient to display HDRHigh Dynamic Range - image/video with more dynamic range (contrast range) content. It's a fantastic choice for gaming, however, its big brother Q80R is better suited for wide viewing angles and bright rooms. | Samsung QLED Q80R The Samsung Q80R is better than the Q70R for almost any application. Although the contrast is lower, this is due to a special layer that increases the viewing angle. It is suitable for both dark and bright rooms alike. Full Array Local Dimming is also better. Therefore it provides very good results for HDRHigh Dynamic Range - image/video with more dynamic range (contrast range), gaming, sports and movies. |
| Panel type | VA Panel | VA Panel |
|---|---|---|
| Resolution | 3840 x 2160 pixels Ultra HD (UHD) / 4K / 2160p | 3840 x 2160 pixels Ultra HD (UHD) / 4K / 2160p |
| Contrast ratio | 8100 :1 | 5700 :1 |
| Local Dimming | Full Array Local Dimming | Full Array Local Dimming |
| Frequency | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| VRR | FreeSync | FreeSync |
| Input Lag | < 15 ms | < 15 ms |
| Motion Handling | ||
| Ø brightness | ||
| Max brightness | ||
| Reflections | ||
| Operating system | Tizen 5.0 | Tizen 5.0 |
| HDR10+ | ||
| Dolby Vision | ||
| Dolby Atmos | ||
| DTS | ||
| HDMI 2.1 | ||
| Improved viewing angle |
| Comparison winner |
Samsung QLED Q70R | Samsung QLED Q80R |
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Our conclusion: Affordable or sophisticated QLED?
A comparison between Samsung Q80R and Samsung Q70R is not easy. Despite the fact that the Samsung Q70R is a very good TV in almost all disciplines, the larger Q80R is a little better everywhere.
Both have Full Array Local Dimming, but the higher peak brightness means it can reproduce HDRHigh Dynamic Range – image/video with more dynamic range (contrast range) content more impressively. In addition, the Q80R’s performance is better in bright rooms, as it is well received against a lot of ambient light. When it comes to gaming, both deliver a comparable, very good performance, which is due to the input lagTime it takes for the input signal to appear on the screen (delay) and VRRVariable Refresh Rate – synchronizes the display’s refresh rate with the output refresh rate of the graphics card through FreeSync.
In addition, the viewing angle is a bitThe color depth is measured in Bit. 8 Bit stands for 28 different values for each color channel, for TVs those are red, green and blue. By combining the 3 rgb channels 28*28*28=16.777.216 colors are possible. HDR10 or the dynamic HDR formats work with 10 or even 12 Bit. wider, as the Samsung Q80R has an extra layer that allows this.
