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Samsung QE65Q8C

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User ratings:
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4.2 out of 5
38 user ratings
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4 stars
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3 stars
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Editorial reviews:
16
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4.1 out of 5
11 user ratings
5 stars
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Pros

  • lightweight and compact
  • pictures are also exceptionally crisp and detailed
  • an impressively precise and intelligent 4K upscaling engine

Cons

  • TV's horizontal viewing angles are not great
  • No screws are required for assembly
  • center brightens shadows and begins to wash out parts of the screen

Key specs

  • Curved
  • 65 in
  • 3840, 2160 px
  • QLED
  • 100 Hz
  • yes
  • yes
  • yes

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Samsung QE65Q8C - Pros & Cons

Samsung QE65Q8C

Pros

  • lightweight and compact
  • pictures are also exceptionally crisp and detailed
  • an impressively precise and intelligent 4K upscaling engine
  • beautifully designed and uniquely talented TV
  • Q8C s pictures is pretty easy when you re using it in a bright room
  • the design is really great
  • Q8C is a solid performer
  • great clarity and everything sailed along very smoothly
  • super high-quality and the lines are beautiful and symmetrical
  • nice and tidy and cable free
  • the software experience was really awesome

Cons

  • TV's horizontal viewing angles are not great
  • No screws are required for assembly
  • center brightens shadows and begins to wash out parts of the screen
  • Its Android TV smart interface is a pain
  • s screen mounted onto its stand is complicated and fiddly
  • black-and-silver frame is less in your face
  • very occasionally suffers from banding over expanses of similar colour
  • causes dark parts of the picture to look hollow and empty
  • Exaggerated backlight striping issues may be a distraction for dedicated home cinema
  • somewhat esoteric categorisation system
  • doesn t support is 3D content

Samsung QE65Q8C - Technical Overview

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IconScreen size
65 in
Best:
Axen 8682442100917
Screen size: 123 in
IconBrightness
1200 cd/m²
Best:
Samsung QE75Q900RAT
Brightness: 4000 cd/m²
IconRefresh rate
100 Hz
Best:
Panasonic TC-P55VT60
Refresh rate: 3000 Hz
IconResolution
3840 x 2160 px
Best:
Samsung QE82Q800TATXXU
Resolution: 7680 x 7320 px

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Samsung QE65Q8C - Full Specifications

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Display
Panel designCurved
Screen size65.0 in
Resolution3840 x 2160 px
Screen TechnologyQLED
LCD BacklightingLED
Diode placingEdge light
Aspect ratio16:9
Refresh rate100.0 Hz
Static Contrast Ratio5000:1
HDRyes
HDR Format
  • HDR 10
  • HDR 1500
Brightness1200.0 cd/m²
Number of colors1.07 billion
Screen width56.24 in
Screen height31.64 in
Panel TypeSVA
Panel Bit Depth10 bits
Pixel Pitch0.01 in
Pixel Density68.0 ppi
Display Area96.05 %
Input Lag20.0 ms
HD ready 1080p (Full HD)yes
Quantum dot displayyes
Frame Rate Controlno
Motion enhancement (Frequency/Index)yes
Ultra HD certified (UHD/4K)yes
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Features
Operating SystemTizen OS
Internet features
  • Amazon Prime Video
  • Web Browser
  • Netflix
  • Skype
  • Spotify
  • YouTube
  • Browser
  • TV4 Play
  • Viaplay
Ultra HD FeaturesUHD Upscaling
Smart Tvyes
Smartphone Remote Supportyes
Video camerano
USB recording featureyes
Local dimmingyes
Picture-in-Pictureyes
Ambilightyes
Peak Illuminatoryes
Peak Illuminator typePeak Illuminator Pro
Precision blackyes
Precision black typePrecision Black Pro
Time-shiftyes
HbbTVyes
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3d technology
3D Supportno
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Network
Wireless network (Wi-Fi)yes
Built-in or included WiFi adapterBuilt-in
Wi-Fi standards
  • 802.11a
  • 802.11ac
  • 802.11b
  • 802.11g
  • 802.11n
DLNAyes
Streaming standardsMiracast
NFCno
Ethernetyes
USByes
Bluetoothyes
Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC)yes
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Body with stand
Height36.16 in
Width56.77 in
Weight61.07 lb
Depth14.77 in
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Energy efficiency
Energy classA
Annual Energy Use212.0 kWH/year
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Power
Voltage 220Vyes
Voltage 110Vno
Ac Frequency50.0 Hz
Power Consumption Sleep0.5 W
Power Consumption Average153.0 W
Power Consumption Eco0.5 W
Power Consumption Max215.0 W
Connecting 9V/12V/14Vno
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Video
File formats supported
  • ASP
  • DivX
  • H.263
  • H.264
  • H.265
  • MPEG1
  • MPEG4
  • MPEG4-SP
  • MVC
  • VP6
  • VP9
  • WMV7
  • WMV8
Video quality standards
  • 480i
  • 480p
  • 576i
  • 576p
  • 720p
  • 1080i
  • 1080p
  • 2160p
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Cpu
CPU Cores4
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Audio properties
Built-in speaker(s)yes
Audio decodersDolby Digital
Speaker SystemMulti channel
File formats supported
  • AAC
  • AIFF
  • ALAC
  • APE
  • FLAC
  • MIDI
  • OGG
  • WMA
Headphone outputno
Voice controlyes
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Ergonomics
Vesa mountyes
Vesa interface type400x400mm
Removable standyes
Height adjustmentno
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Connectivity
HDMI portyes
Number of HDMI ports4
HDMI version2.0a
USByes
Number of USB ports3
USB 2.0 ports3
USB 3.0 ports1
Component video (YPbPr/YCbCr) inno
VGA portno
S-video portno
DVI portno
DisplayPortno
Digital Audio Ports1
Analogue 3.5mm portno
Analogue RCA stereo inputno
Analogue RCA stereo outputno
Audio return channel (ARC)yes
Digital coaxial portno
Digital optical portyes
HDCP-version2.2
SCARTno
MHLyes
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Body without stand
Height32.59 in
Width56.78 in
Weight52.91 lb
Depth4.22 in
Colour of product
  • Silver
  • Silver,Stainless steel
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Shipping
Height37.83 in
Width63.27 in
Weight89.95 lb
Depth8.27 in
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Frame interpolation
Technology
PQI 3200
Interpolation Value3200
Measurement UnitPQI
Type of index/Measurement method
Samsung Picture Quality Index 3200
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Image
File formats supported
  • JPEG/JPG
  • GIF
  • PNG
  • MPO
  • BMP
  • JPEG/JPG
Image frequency
  • 24p
  • 30p
  • 50p
  • 60p
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Tuner
Tuner typeAnalog & Digital
CI+yes
CI+ version1.4
Dual tuneryes
Support for CI/CA moduleyes
Analogue TV tuner yes
Digital TV tuner yes
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Accessories
Accessories
  • One connect Box
  • One connect cable
  • Smart remote controller

Samsung QE65Q8C - Q&A (4)

  • 0
    Votes
    Productz
    over 1 year ago
    What is intelligent mode on Samsung q70?
    eldridge
    over 1 year ago
    Intelligent Mode makes your TV recognize its position in the room and monitors your usage patterns to provide the perfect viewing experience.
    Helpful?
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    Votes
    Productz
    over 1 year ago
    Is Samsung q70 full-array?
    lidia.wintheiser
    over 1 year ago
    It has full-array local dimming and a wide color gamut, which helps to produce vivid colors and bring out highlights in HDR content.
    Helpful?
  • 0
    Votes
    Productz
    over 1 year ago
    How do I adjust the black screen on my Samsung TV?
    micah.rutherford
    over 1 year ago
    Press the Home button on your TV remote, and then select Settings > General. Select External Device Manager, and then select HDMI Black Level to turn it on.
    Helpful?
  • 0
    Votes
    Productz
    over 1 year ago
    Are Samsung TVs worth the money?
    sherise.robel
    over 1 year ago
    All Samsung TVs have an excellent reputation and reviews.
    Helpful?
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Samsung QE65Q8C Samsung - Editorial Reviews (16)

4.1
Based on 16 reviews
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Samsung QE65Q8C [Review] Samsung QLED Q8C 4K HDR TV - Samsung’s curvy 65-inch QLED beauty struts its stuff | Hitech Century
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Hitech Century
Published: 26.05.2017
[Review] Samsung QLED Q8C 4K HDR TV - Samsung’s curvy 65-inch QLED beauty struts its stuff | Hitech Century
4.3

The midrange sibling of Samsung’s QLED launch line-up in Malaysia that is a step down from their mammoth 88-inch Q9C QLED panel and a step up from the smaller 55-inch Q7C QLED TVs, the Q8C TV is a 65-inch curved TV panel that comes with their all the trimmings that both its larger and smaller…

Samsung QE65Q8C Samsung Q8C review: 4K HDR QLED 55-incher is the best choice for those who still hanker for a curved TV
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T3
Published: 26.05.2018
Samsung Q8C review: 4K HDR QLED 55-incher is the best choice for those who still hanker for a curved TV
4.0

Samsung QE55Q8C is the best curved TV you can buy but it's far more than just an offbeat shape

Samsung QE65Q8C channelnews : REVIEW: Samsung Q8 TV, Where Can Samsung Go From Here?
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channelnews : REVIEW: Samsung Q8 TV, Where Can Samsung Go From Here?

You must give it to Samsung, they are a powerhouse when it comes to consumer electronics innovation and this is no more evident than with their new QLED TV range. Australia’s #1 TV supplier has not invested in OLED TV’s for the simple reason they believe that their QLED TV technology is as good “if... Read More

Samsung QE65Q8C Samsung Q8 QLED TV: Australian Review
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Gizmodo Australia
Published: 20.03.2017
Samsung Q8 QLED TV: Australian Review

QLED is Samsung’s name for its latest quantum dot LED-backlit TVs, and QLED means business. Samsung is promising black levels that you’d only otherwise expect to see on a top-of-the-line OLED TV, and colours that are not only incredibly vibrant and bright, but also accurate. The Q8 is a $4500-plus...

Samsung QE65Q8C Samsung Q8C 55-Inch 4K HDR QLED TV 2017 Review
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NDTV Gadgets 360
Published: 03.08.2017
Samsung Q8C 55-Inch 4K HDR QLED TV 2017 Review
4.0

Samsung's new QLED TV does an amazing job at HDR and is one of the best examples of a curved TV done right.

Samsung QE65Q8C Samsung Q8C Curved QLED 4K TV review: Samsung can't have this back
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Techaeris
Published: 25.09.2017
Samsung Q8C Curved QLED 4K TV review: Samsung can't have this back
4.8

While not everyone is going to be ready to plop down a major chunk of change on a TV, those who are should consider the Q8C from Samsung.

Samsung QE65Q8C Samsung QLED Q8C (65-inch) TV review: Picture-perfect, if you can afford | Gadgets Now
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Samsung QLED Q8C (65-inch) TV review: Picture-perfect, if you can afford | Gadgets Now
Samsung QE65Q8C Samsung Q8C Curved QLED TV (65-inch) Review: Behold television
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BGR India
Published: 12.07.2017
Samsung Q8C Curved QLED TV (65-inch) Review: Behold television
4.5

Samsung Q8C Curved QLED TV (65-inch) Review: Behold, television tech news at BGR India

Samsung QE65Q8C Sleek looks and superb picture quality
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The Straits Times
Published: 25.10.2017
Sleek looks and superb picture quality

The Q8C is the mid-range model of Samsung's premium Qled 4K TV range, which was launched this year. It sits between the flagship Q9F and entry-level Q7F.. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Samsung QE65Q8C Samsung Q8C QLED TV (QE55Q8CAMT) review
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TechRadar
Published: 23.11.2017
Samsung Q8C QLED TV (QE55Q8CAMT) review
4.0

Samsung’s QLED goes curved with intriguing results

Samsung QE65Q8C Samsung Q8C/Q8 QLED 2017 Review (QN55Q8C, QN65Q8C, QN75Q8C)
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RTINGS.com
Published: 18.09.2017
Samsung Q8C/Q8 QLED 2017 Review (QN55Q8C, QN65Q8C, QN75Q8C)
4.0

The Samsung Q8C is a versatile curved 4k LED TV with a great design and good build quality thanks to its brushed metal finish. It gets decently bright, and it ca...

Samsung QE65Q8C Samsung QE65Q8C
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AVForums
Published: 26.04.2017
Samsung QE65Q8C
4.0

Can the Q8C QLED Ultra HD 4K TV deliver the full potential of HDR

Samsung QE65Q8C Samsung QE65Q8C
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AVForums
Published: 26.04.2017
Samsung QE65Q8C
4.0

Can the Q8C QLED Ultra HD 4K TV deliver the full potential of HDR

Samsung QE65Q8C Samsung Q8C 4K TV review: Spectacular QLED quality on a curve - Pocket-lint
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Pocket-lint
Published: 08.08.2017
Samsung Q8C 4K TV review: Spectacular QLED quality on a curve - Pocket-lint
4.0

There are times where the Samsung Q8C's pictures look genuinely spectacular, leaving you in no doubt as to QLED's potential as a TV technology. The

Samsung QE65Q8C Samsung QE55Q8C QLED
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Trusted Reviews
Published: 22.11.2017
Samsung QE55Q8C QLED
4.0

Samsung Q8C QLED review: Samsung's QLED technology meets a curved screen – with intriguing results.

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