{"id":146483,"date":"2022-07-05T17:05:02","date_gmt":"2022-07-05T16:05:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.techweekmag.com\/?p=146483"},"modified":"2023-10-18T07:03:05","modified_gmt":"2023-10-18T06:03:05","slug":"samsung-q80b-review-a-little-bit-of-everything","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.stereoindex.com\/tech\/tv\/samsung-q80b-review-a-little-bit-of-everything\/","title":{"rendered":"Samsung Q80B : A little bit of everything"},"content":{"rendered":"

With this tv, Samsung Q80B, we are approaching the best that Samsung has brought this 2022. Although there are better models, the truth is that this one is a delight. I have the previous model, the Q70 from a couple of years ago and I’m already enjoying it… I don’t even want to imagine how you’re going to spend it with this TV in your house!<\/p>\n

Samsung Q80B: Design and connectivity<\/h2>\n

The television in this case is not crazy in terms of design.\u00a0Samsung has preferred to unite its resources in the rest of the points, as you will see later.<\/p>\n

For him, the Stylish Q\u00a0design has been chosen\u00a0, already known in the firm for being the one introduced precisely in cases in which it is desired to reduce costs in the aesthetic aspect.\u00a0Even so, it is a\u00a0sea of \u200b\u200bpimp without frames\u00a0, eh;\u00a0it doesn’t even have the bottom one, although it is true that the edge of the panel in this area is a bit wider than the rest.\u00a0It seeks to be a slim design but it does not achieve it;\u00a0the brand qualifies it as\u00a0Slim look\u00a0(slender aspect).\u00a0Its color is silver\u00a0, which always adds points (totally objective opinion, of course, there are those who prefer the typical black that fits anywhere).<\/p>\n

On the other hand, a floating type black stand\u00a0is chosen\u00a0.\u00a0The base is a super thin elongated rectangle\u00a0and is joined to the panel by means of a prismatic trunk.\u00a0This one weighs 2.1 kilos\u00a0.<\/p>\n

The TV is going to measure, like this,\u00a078.34 x 122.76 x 25.58 cm\u00a0.\u00a0What you can see in the image is that the profile is a bit showy due to its shape, although the finish of the casing is still as beautiful as the pseudo-scratches designed by the firm.<\/p>\n

As usual, you can remove its support and keep only the panel on the wall.\u00a0Doing it this way, you would need a\u00a020 x 20 cm VESA\u00a0, this would measure 70.67 x 122.76 x\u00a05.47 cm\u00a0and would weigh 17.9 kg.<\/p>\n

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Samsung QE55Q80B is simple and convincing<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

It is also a model compatible with Samsung’s Mini stand as well as the stylish new Y20 studio.<\/p>\n

As you can see,\u00a0the controller has been kept\u00a0as similar as possible to the last version, but the truth is that it is not exactly the same, especially if you turn it around.\u00a0It\u00a0can be charged by sunlight or electricity and therefore has a small panel\u00a0.\u00a0Point for Samsung for effectively helping to take care of the environment!<\/p>\n

Tuning and connectivity<\/h3>\n

Samsung QE55Q80BATXXC is great in terms of tuning having analog\u00a0NTSC\/PAL\/SECAM, dual digital with DVB-C, DVB-T2 and DVB-S2, CI+ in 1.4 and also HbbTV 2.0.3\u00a0.<\/p>\n

To be able to enjoy it we have an\u00a0RF antenna, a CI slot and even a double satellite\u00a0.<\/p>\n

Together with this we find a great support via HDMI (we have\u00a0two inputs in 2.0 and another two in 2.1\u00a0).\u00a0This goes through the basics CEC, eARC, ARC, HDCP 2.3, ALLM and 4K operation at 120 Hz. Other connectivity options are its\u00a0optical audio output, Ethernet LAN RJ-45 or double USB 2.0 recorder\u00a0.<\/p>\n

And if we forget about the cables,\u00a0WiFI 5 direct and advanced bluetooth, in 5.2\u00a0.<\/p>\n

Image quality and general functions of the Samsung QE55Q80B<\/h3>\n

Truly outstanding is what this\u00a0IPS panel\u00a0has for us.\u00a0It measures 55 inches, so I already like the ppi regarding its\u00a0UHD resolution\u00a0, since it is high, capable of creating better details.\u00a0The built-in matrix is \u200b\u200b30-bit and color is\u00a010-bit depth spoofed by Frame Rate Control\u00a0.\u00a0Thus, we can enjoy the already essential 1073 million colors, but not with one hundred percent of its volume for all standards (\u00a0yes in the case of the basic DCI-P3 thanks to Quantum Dot\u00a0, typical of this Neo QLED model).<\/p>\n

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To its\u00a0native 100 Hz\u00a0refresh rate we have to add the\u00a0Motion Xcelerator Turbo +\u00a0technology, the movement technology that optimizes this up to 120 Hz, improving the frames with the 4K processor with AI that it has.<\/p>\n

The lighting system chosen is a\u00a0Direct Full Array\u00a0.\u00a0It analyzes scene by scene adding contrast and brightness to create realistic depth in every detail.<\/p>\n

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To enjoy realistic images with amazing depth, the TV’s processor comes into play. This works based on neural networks and uses them to give even more contrast.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

For HDR, Samsung calls the experience with the Samsung QE55Q80B\u00a0Quantum HDR 1500\u00a0.\u00a0You know, don’t you?\u00a0Peaks of 1500 nits of brightness for HDR content that has it.\u00a0Dynamic mapping creates deeper blacks, more vibrancy in scenes, and greater color richness.\u00a0Compatibility comes, as usual, with\u00a0HDR 10+ Pro and HLG\u00a0.<\/p>\n

To enjoy realistic images with amazing depth, the TV’s processor comes into play.\u00a0This works based on neural networks and uses them to give even more contrast.\u00a0In addition, its system of superimposed images at different distances allows to generate that greater sensation of depth.\u00a0The technology in charge of this is\u00a0Real Depth Enhancer\u00a0.<\/p>\n

Dimming is worked with the best Samsung technology to date,\u00a0Supreme UHD Dimming\u00a0, we have\u00a0content scaling, noise reduction, intelligent basic calibration, LED Clear Motion\u00a0to help work transitions also through LED and\u00a0cinema\u00a0modes and\u00a0filmmaker\u00a0.<\/p>\n

By the way, although it does not bring everything that Samsung has launched in terms of video game experience, the Samsung QE55Q80BATXXC is a mixed bag.\u00a0It has Auto Game Mode\u00a0(ALLM)\u00a0via HDMI 2.1,\u00a0surround sound\u00a0also for video games,\u00a0HGiG\u00a0(which is a kind of HDR for games),\u00a0minimap zoom\u00a0,\u00a0Game Motion Plus\u00a0technology , responsible for ensuring that movements are always precise, fast and without loss of detail and compatibility with\u00a0FreeSync Premium Pro\u00a0.<\/p>\n

Samsung QE55Q80B Audio<\/h3>\n

Samsung 55Q80B surprises us with four speakers and two subwoofers resulting in\u00a060 W and 2.2.2.\u00a0multidirectional sound channels\u00a0.\u00a0Its maximum support is\u00a0Dolby Atmos\u00a0(Dolby MS12 5.1).<\/p>\n

In addition to the basics, the model has aspects such as\u00a0Active Voice Amplifier\u00a0, which improves conversations by raising its audio,\u00a0Adaptive Sound+, Object Tracking Sound\u00a0to generate a sound that is more immersive expressly for whoever is in the room,\u00a0Multiroom Link\u00a0, which allows us to enjoy the content on the rest of the linked devices,\u00a0Q-Symphony\u00a0, so that the sound, with the help of a sound bar, is almost orchestral, wonderful!<\/p>\n

Samsung Q80B software\/smartTV review<\/h2>\n

Our television comes with\u00a0Tizen 6.5\u00a0, from Samsung, as a little dress to cover its operating system.\u00a0This one has changed over the years and is certainly more than competent right now.<\/p>\n

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This is what Tizen 6.5 looks like on the Samsung 55Q80B<\/p>\n

Its\u00a0interface is clean, clear and curious\u00a0, well thought out so that everything is easy to find, suspiciously approaching the style that Android has.<\/p>\n

You have several pre-installed apps but, since they are not enough or to everyone’s taste, you can download the ones you want from the\u00a0store that Samsung includes\u00a0on the TV.\u00a0You have games, utilities and software version app instead of web.\u00a0You can place the ones you like the most as shortcuts on your main interface.\u00a0Likewise, you have a mobile app to control everything from your phone.<\/p>\n

Samsung, TV Plus\u00a0, is a content service that has dozens and dozens of channels with free content that you can watch whenever you want.\u00a0Plus, with\u00a0Universal Guide\u00a0, the device will make recommendations based on what you watch and don’t watch.<\/p>\n

You have options like\u00a0MultiView\u00a0, with which you can split the screen to see two things at the same time,\u00a0mirroring\u00a0from TV to devices and vice versa,\u00a0camera support\u00a0(you can make video calls) and even\u00a0Microsoft on cloud\u00a0service .<\/p>\n

Finally, know that both\u00a0with a browser and by voice\u00a0, helping you with an assistant, you can make requests and questions.\u00a0On this occasion, the ones available are\u00a0Bixby, OK Google and Alexa.<\/p>\n

Samsung Q80B TV: Pros and Cons<\/h3>\n

PROS:<\/p>\n