Compare the Samsung Neo QLED QN90D to the Neo QLED QN86D

Written by Jordin

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27 January 2025

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Compare the Samsung Neo QLED QN90D to the Neo QLED QN86D

The Samsung Neo QLED QN90D and Neo QLED QN85D are the 2024 Samsung 4K Neo QLED televisions. The biggest difference between these TVs is the image quality. The QN90D has a higher brightness and an anti-glare coating, for example. In this article, we'll compare the 2 televisions and help you choose.

The Samsung Neo QLED QN90D and Neo QLED QN86D

Comparison Samsung Neo QLED QN90D and the Neo QLED QN86D

QN90DQN86D
Image technologyNeo QLEDNeo QLED
Brightness2000 nits (Neo Quantum HDR+)1500 nits (Neo Quantum HDR)
ProcessorNQ4 AI Gen2NQ4 AI Gen2
Anti-glare coatingYesNo
Viewing angleGoodStand
Sound technologyObject Tracking Sound+Object Tracking Sound Lite

Image quality

QN90D: best image quality

QN90D: best image quality

The Neo QLED QN90D has Mini-LED local dimming, so black levels are deeper and the contrast is more powerful. The TV also supports Neo Quantum HDR+. The images on the QN90D are up to twice as bright as on the QN85D. The most subtle differences in color in nature documentaries and movies are clearly visible. Do you connect a PC with a good video card? You can increase your refresh rate from 100 to 144Hz with the Motion Xcelerator. That way, your on-screen actions are even smoother.

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QN86D: good image quality

QN86D: good image quality

Thanks to Neo Quantum HDR and Mini-LED local dimming, you can enjoy a high brightness and vibrant colors on the screen. Everything on the screen is clearly visible, even in bright rooms. The QN85D has a Neo QLED display, just like the QN90D, only the image is less bright. The QN85D has a 100Hz refresh rate. This is enough for TV programs, movies, and series. Do you want to play PC games at 144Hz? We recommend the QN90D.

Viewing angle and reflection

QN90D: good viewing angle and anti-glare coating

QN90D: good viewing angle and anti-glare coating

Thanks to the good viewing angle of the Neo QLED QN90D, the screen is also clearly visible when you're watching TV from an angle. The image doesn't get distorted and the colors remain sharp. Such a wide viewing angle is useful when you're watching a movie or sports match with a big group. Thanks to the anti-glare coating, you're never bothered by reflections on the screen. The TV is a real must-have if you have a brightly-lit living room.

QN86D: standard viewing angle and no anti-glare coating

QN86D: standard viewing angle and no anti-glare coating

The Samsung QN85D has a less wide viewing angle than the QN90D. This means that the TV is less suitable for large groups. There's also no anti-glare coating on the screen. For the best viewing experience, you have to sit right in front of the TV and turn bright lamps off. The image is then sharp and you won't see reflections.

Sound

QN90D: Object Tracking Sound+

QN90D: Object Tracking Sound+

The QN90D has 8 speakers and supports Object Tracking Sound+. Thanks to this AI technology, the sound follows the movements on the screen. If you're watching a soccer match, it seems like the ball is really flying past. For the best experience, choose a separate soundbar with Dolby Atmos and Q-Symphony as the sound of the TV speakers isn't always room filling. With a separate audio setup, you can enjoy deep and realistic sound.

QN86D: Object Tracking Sound Lite

QN86D: Object Tracking Sound Lite

The QN85D has 4 speakers. The TV also supports a lesser version of OTS. Object Tracking Sound Lite follows the movements on the screen, but with a less realistic result. You'll hear a passing car moving from left to right, but it's less clear when it's going down a hill. Just like the QN90D, we recommend a separate audio setup with Dolby Atmos and Q-Symphony. The TV speakers are only enough for talk shows or the news.

Conclusion

For the best image quality, widest viewing angle, and most realistic sound experience, we recommend the Samsung Neo QLED QN90D. This is also a good choice for gamers who have a powerful PC and want to game in 144Hz. Do you care less about these advantages, but do want a Neo QLED TV? The QN85D is a fine choice.

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Article by Jordin

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