Rated 5 out of
5
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Samsung4Life from
Amazing resolution S85F OLED TV (2025)
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Samsung has outdone themselves once again with their Samsung OLED TV. Every time I turn on my Samsung OLED to watch a movie or our favorite TV shows the resolution of the images is amazing and so clear and crisp and realistic.
One of my favorite features is the easy use of the Samsung Smart Hub, it was easy enough to maneuver around and understand what to select. The additional Samsung TV Plus app is a magnificent bonus to have. I enjoy watching our tv programs and the sound on this tv is so crisp and clear. There is no doubt i made the correct choice in purchasing this Samsung TV.
Date published: 2025-04-20
Rated 5 out of
5
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1Ikancu2 from
Awesome Smart TV
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I got this 55 OLED tv (S85F) to replace an older 55 LCD backlit tv and this was an excellent upgrade! To start off - the dark scenes are as every bit great as you can imagine. The darkness of the scenes blends in with the thin bevel and makes it virtually indistinguishable from each other. The bright scenes are just as good in both dim and bright lighting with minimal glare from surrounding light.
I paired it with a sound system (using HDMI arc), so didn't test the built in TV sound. The built in apps work well and I was able to hook up to the various services easily. I was also able to pair a controller and tried out some of the available simple games in the built in apps. Luna worked well, but there was some minor sound issues (most likely related to network). I don't have other cloud gaming accounts so was not able to test out the other services - however given the experience with Luna, I'm certain they will work just as well.
It does a decent job of upscaling content. I played a DVD on a PS3, then a blu-ray (still on a PS3), then using the native app on the TV. For the first two where the TV had to upscale, I tried various different settings but didn't notice too much a difference with finding an "optimum" one vs the default one. Of course, the native app quality blew the other two options out of the water (pausing at the same scene to compare), but it made a good attempt.
I did run into one minor annoyance in that the "Home" screen is not customizable in the sense that you cannot reorder or remove sections. For example, I don't really want to know what TV plus recommends and would just like to get to my apps and hide the other section. In order to add the app to the home screen, you must install the app (if it isn't one of the preloaded apps), then select "Add to Home" in its options. There are a fair number of apps available, but I did run into an issue where one of the more popular ones (that I would expect) didn't really work well with resuming after starting up the TV so I just changed my settings to load the home screen on start (as opposed to last used input).
Overall this is a great tv with excellent picture quality, a fast start time, and good app loading times.
Date published: 2025-04-11
Rated 5 out of
5
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Perry89 from
Amazin quality
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This TV is everything I wanted and more. I wanted a 55 inch, but my husband was worried it would be too small for gaming. He tried split screen on the TV to see if he could make it work, and he said the quality was so good he could actually see better on the split screen than he could with full screen on our old TV that was bigger. So that's a huge win. I love how easy it is to control individual apps on the TV, so we can install what we want and delete what we don't want. Plus I can parent protect every app I don't want my kids to get on individually which I love! My kids can't get on YouTube without permission anymore. The remote that controls the TV has a solar charger in it, so I don't have to change batteries anymore. The TV automatically changes brightness based on the brightness in the room and even updates the volume based on the room. I love everything about it!
Date published: 2025-04-08
Rated 5 out of
5
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Nelofar from
OLED At A Great Price
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This new Samsung S85F OLED TV is raising the bar and expectations of what kind of TV can be had for such a price. This TV has many top end features that one would expect in a flagship TV but for a price that wont hurt the bank. The Samsung S85F is a sleek TV with an amazing picture quality with deep inky blacks and colors that pop. The speakers on the TV also produce great sound that fills our living room without needing to put in on ridiculously high volume. Another great sound feature the TV has is Q-Symphony that allows the TV's speakers to work with a compatible Samsung soundbar together to output more rich sound. The solarcell remote that comes with TV is neat since it can charge from the sun, my only gripe with the remote is the removal of buttons that would have otherwise made it easy to change settings or source.
The other great feature I almost forgot to mention is the motion Xcelerator that allows games to be played in fast 120fps for extra smooth gameplay. The game hub is also really cool since it allows you to stream games from services such as Xbox Gamepass and others. Something really interesting I noticed during the truly easy unboxing of this TV was that despite its size, it was surprising light enough that I could lift it on my own.
Date published: 2025-04-08
Rated 5 out of
5
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lessthanzero26801 from
Entry Level Perfection
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I have the S95B, S95C, and S95D flagship Samsung OLED TV's, so my expectations were tempered for the entry level S85F OLED going into it. I can honestly say my expectations were set way too low. The S85F is full of premium features that even some of my previous years' flagship models didn't ship with.
The color is obviously rich and accurate, and the blacks are deep and inky, which you would expect from a Samsung OLED. But this TV includes a whole host of cutting edge smart features that it would take all day to list.
I love the new UI. My previous TV's got the One UI update, but they don't implement it the way this year's TV launch with it. I love the fact that Samsung is finally using the mobile UI we all know and love in a practical way on their TV lineup. One UI is so much better than the old Tizen OS. Everything is controlled, tweaked, and accessed through pop-up windows instead of the entire screen being populated. It allows you to tweak settings without missing part of a show.
I also like the integration of Samsung's Daily Board. This allows your TV to display useful info using voice commands, even when the TV is turned off. Samsung is always at the forefront of cutting edge but practical features.
I'm using the S85F with my new HW-Q990F Dolby Atmos surround soundbar. The Q-Symphony function allows you to incorporate the TV's speakers as additional satellites in the surround setup. The result is an even more atmospheric soundscape.
The S85F provides premium, flagship level features at the price on an entry level TV. You will not be disappointed when you put this TV in your home.
Date published: 2025-04-07
Rated 5 out of
5
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AITechGoblin from
Best TV I've owned
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love this TV I use it for streaming gaming movies and shows. It's the first OLED, it's the first Samsung, and it's the first brand new TV I've ever bought. The smart features are awesome and make all previous televisions I've owned look not so smart. Gaming has very little latency. Always wanted an OLED and the contrast and black levels are just as great as I've Been Told.
The SmartThings features and integration are very cool. The fact that it can be a hub helps with future smart device integration.
Date published: 2025-04-07
Rated 5 out of
5
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gigastorm1 from
Samsung OLED S85F TV Delivers!!!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The Samsung S85F OLED TV is the television upgrade I been waiting for. The S85F delivers stunning picture depth and color, excellent sound, and cool software features. I have AI mode turned on to control both the picture and sound. All the colors pop on the screen and no adjustments are needed.
The unboxing was easy and the TV was light enough to lift out on your own. The instant I turned on my Samsung TV, it detected Samsung SmartThings on my Samsung phone and paired it with ease. After a quick software update and my S85F TV was ready to go. While it did come with a solar remote, I find using my phone as the remote as it offers a lot of choice at my fingertips. I find myself intuitively using the mouse pad and point and click throughout the TV.
There are a lot of software features. The Ambient mode turns my TV into a work of art when the TV is not in use. The built in light sensor adjust the brightness of the based on the room's lighting. While the sound sensor provides an alert on my phone if the TV picks up loud sounds. The Daily Board adds weather and the ability to record a memo on the TV. It can also turn my phone into a Karaoke Mic to sing Karaoke with the TV and provide screen mirroring with my phone. The S85F detects automatically whenever I play a game and switches to Game Mode automatically. The AI button provides additional information on the television shows that I am watching like who is the cast and suggests what to watch next.
Date published: 2025-04-05
Rated 5 out of
5
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whitgoss from
Bright colors and Inky blacks!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I was ready to swap out my old 40-inch LCD for something nicer, and decided on the Samsung S85F OLED—and wow, it’s honestly insane. Setup was a breeze; had it up and running in like 10 minutes tops. It’s ridiculously thin, too—probably the slimmest TV I’ve ever owned. Still need to figure out a wall mount since it’s so slim, but totally worth it.
The picture quality genuinely blew me away. Colors pop, blacks are actually deep black—not that weird gray I got used to on my old TV. Gaming is a huge step up thanks to the 120Hz refresh rate, making fast action look silky smooth. No more blooming issues either, which was always annoying on the LCD.
I love how the built-in apps make everything easy, and the Samsung TV Plus channels are a cool bonus when I get bored of Netflix. Plus, watching HDR content now looks ridiculously good, especially since Netflix added HDR10+ support. It almost feels 3D at times; stuff on screen looks like I could just reach out and grab it.
Sound-wise, it syncs perfectly with my Samsung soundbar—way more immersive than I expected. Also, props to the solar-powered remote—no more hunting for batteries, thank God. I just wish they’d bring back the dedicated HDMI input button on the remote; that’s honestly my only complaint.
I seriously can’t imagine going back to a regular TV after this. If you’re on the fence, just go for it—you definitely won’t regret it.
Date published: 2025-04-03
Rated 5 out of
5
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tyleranthony from
Upgrade your TV game!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I never knew what I was missing until I got this TV. I knew I needed to upgrade my TV to a faster processor to watch all my apps, and this did not disappoint. The operating system is fast and responsive, the remote (which can charge itself with light!) is simple and intuitive, and I haven't even gotten to the picture yet. It takes a little time to set up the picture the first time for the best visuals depending on what you're watching (movies, sports, video games, reality TV). The Motion Xcelerator 120Hz really helped me understand why everyone says you need 120Hz, it makes gaming motion looks crystal clear and helps you see the puck in a hockey game like you were there in person. But once you know what you need to set it to it often feels like I am in the show not watching it. Yet sometimes I still have some trouble finding the right settings for a certain show I am watching, but just by turning on AI mode I can solve that issue immediately. It takes advantage of the NQ4 AI Gen 2 Processor that automatically detects what is on the screen and optimizes settings based on the genre! I can have perfection without having to tinker. If you can add on a Samsung soundbar that syncs with the TV speakers it really feels like a bougie setup with a small spatial footprint, perfect for smaller spaces.
Date published: 2025-04-03
Rated 5 out of
5
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hrahim1 from
Samsung S85F Raises the Bar for Entry-level OLEDs
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Was looking to upgrade the bedroom/gaming TV from an 40" LCD to a 55" OLED and was blown away by the S85F.
As the entry level model of Samsung's 2025 line-up I wasn't sure what tradeoffs I would have to make but this TV is a no compromise OLED. Samsung's entry level OLED is better than the mid-tier models from just a few years back.
The brightness is great on HDR content and the contrast and deep blacks you get with an OLED make gaming even better. Very happy to not have to deal with the blooming effect of my LCD TV.
The Q-Symphony works seamlessly with my Samsung soundbar and Frame speaker, adding an extra depth to surround sound movies as well as enhancing the dialogue.
The 120hz HDMI support makes this an ideal gaming TV and the Samsung TV Plus channels offer a good change of pace from the streaming services when you're looking for something to watch.
And with the recent HDR10+ support added to Netflix, this TV is now able to get the best HDR quality from the leading streaming service.
While the solar charging is amazing, I really hope Samsung brings back the dedicated HDMI input button on their remotes.
Date published: 2025-04-02
Rated 5 out of
5
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Nitroact from
A Sweet and Compact Package
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Samsung’s new 4K S85F TV came in a nice little package. The TV includes a sturdy, minimalistic remote designed for ease of use. From unboxing to setup, everything was smooth and hassle free.
The flat space saving design means it doesn’t take up much room, which is a big plus. It has all the apps I love built right in making them easy to launch any time I wish. I set it up as a secondary computer display and it fit right into my setup. Now, I can switch over to my gaming PC and take full advantage of the 120Hz refresh rate which makes fast paced games look buttery smooth. And when I just want to kick back and relax I can fire up my favorite media apps with no effort.
Watching content on the OLED panel is a treat. The colors are rich, and the blacks are deep, way better than my other TVs. If you’re looking for a solid setup without going too big, this one’s a great pick.
Date published: 2025-04-02
Rated 5 out of
5
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jtinfl from
Stunning display and great HDR performance
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This S85F OLED is super thin and great building quality, the stand installation is very easy and no tools required. The panel quality is really amazing, color is brilliant and vibrant. Peak brightness is amazing and good for HDR content. The ai image engine works like a charm which upscales legacy resolution video to fit the modern look and make it smoother frame rates. When connected with external devices 2 out of 4 HDMI ports support 120hz which can provide great gaming experience. This panel is Pantone certified which content creators can use this TV as their monitor as well. This version of the Tizen OS runs pretty smoothly but still has the same issues as all other versions- when the TV runs for long periods of time, the UI may slow response for couple seconds. Overall this TV performance super great and really fits my home, love the building quality and panel performance! Highly recommend!
Date published: 2025-04-01
Rated 5 out of
5
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Loweboy1 from
I love this TV it is amazing. Beautiful picture
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] All in all this is the best TV hands down 100% recommended.
Date published: 2025-03-31
Rated 5 out of
5
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EmLynn5050 from
Magnificent
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] There are few moments when my jaw unhinged because something stole my breath away. The 55" Class Samsung OLED S85F Vision AI Smart TV, has done just that.
Jaw dropping, crystal clear, high quality imagery that is so astounding objects inside of it look as if you can reach in and touch them. There is almost a dimensional quality here just teetering on 3D like quality and imagery. I was absolutley blown away. Water looked like it was wet, food looked like I could yank it off rhe screen and eat it, and I was seeing textures being delivered that I've never seen on any TV before. Color me impressed!
Samsung has outdone themselves yet again!
I was also truly shocked at how thin and lightweight this unit was. Probably the thinnest TV I have ever had. I do however need to find a wall bracket for this ultra thin TV because standard ones won't work with it.
Beyond that, set up was a breeze. I had this beauty up and running in 10 minutes flat. I also appreciated the new registration feature I've never seen kn any.model TV before. This is to really ensure your TV is safe.
The remote is ahead of the game with solar charging. Never a necessity for batteries.
The sound quality is also beautiful with nice bass.
I have been impressed by Samasungs products before, but man , this TV really has outdone them all.
I couldn't recommend this TV enough. If you're ready to have your mind blown and your eyes widen with amazement, grab this one. You won't regret it for a second.
Date published: 2025-03-28
Rated 5 out of
5
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Anonymous from
Bright like a diamond
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The Samsung S85F OLED is Genuine Leap Forward in Home Entertainment
Samsung's television technology often feels like a series of minor tweaks rather than genuine advancements. However, the Samsung S85F OLED presents a compelling case for a significant step forward in home entertainment. After spending considerable time with this display, it's clear that Samsung has prioritized meaningful innovation.
A notable shift is the elimination of the external One Connect Box. This integration contributes to a cleaner, more refined aesthetic. The absence of extraneous hardware allows the S85F's elegant design to take center stage, seamlessly blending into modern living spaces.
Intelligent Features, Practical Applications
The integration of AI into the S85F is more than a mere marketing point. The "AI Smart Home" functionality provides genuinely useful personalized recommendations, streamlining the user experience. The "Home Monitoring" feature offers a sense of security without being intrusive, demonstrating a thoughtful approach to smart home integration.
Visual Excellence, Refined Detail
The S85F's picture quality is exceptional. The "Color Booster Pro" technology enhances color reproduction, resulting in vibrant, nuanced images. The OLED HDR and AI 4K upscaling deliver impressive contrast and detail, creating a truly immersive viewing experience. The improvement over the previous generation is marked and immediately noticeable.
Audio Immersion, Clear Dialogue
Audio quality is equally commendable. The "Active Voice Amplifier Pro" and "Adaptive Sound Pro" technologies ensure clear dialogue and immersive soundscapes, eliminating the need for constant volume adjustments.
Gaming Performance, Responsive Gameplay
For gaming enthusiasts, the S85F offers a responsive and fluid experience. The "AI Auto Game Mode" and "Game Motion Plus" technologies minimize latency and motion blur, enhancing the gaming experience.
A Considered Investment
The Samsung S85F OLED represents a premium offering in the television market. Its advanced features, exceptional picture and sound quality, and refined design justify its price point. This television is a worthwhile investment for those seeking a truly elevated home entertainment experience.
Date published: 2025-03-27
Rated 5 out of
5
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kingthegemini from
The best entertainment experience
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] It’s been ages since I last used a Samsung TV, but I was blown away by how much they’ve improved their UI. First off, the remote is just the right size - not too big, not too small, and it’s not cluttered with apps that you might not use. And the setup process was super easy and quick. The picture quality is incredible - it’s an OLED panel, so the color contrast is amazing when watching movies. But my favorite feature is the console-free gaming. I’m not sure if any other TV on the market has this feature, but I spent hours gaming directly from my TV. In conclusion, I would highly recommend this TV to anyone, big or small, because it’s the ultimate entertainment experience.
Date published: 2025-03-26
Rated 5 out of
5
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Anonymous from
55 INCH WITH STUNNING CLARITY
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] WE THOUGHT THIS TELEVISION WAS GOING TO BE LIKE ALL OUR OTHER TVS. WE WERE IN FOR A BIG SURPRISE. IMMEDIATELY AFTER MY HUSBAND INSTALLED IT WE WERE BOTH IN AWE. WE LOOKED AT EACHOTHER AND SAID WOW, LOOK AT HOW CLEAR THIS PICTURE LOOKS. WE FELT AS IF WE WERE IN THE PICTURE ITSELF. WE ARE STILL GETTING KNOWLEDGEABLE WITH THE AI REMOTE CONTROL, BUT SO FAR WE LOVE ALL THE OPTIONS IT HAS. I DO NOT KNOW IF WE CAN EVER GO BACK TO JUST A REGULAR TV EVER AGAIN.
Date published: 2025-03-26
Rated 4 out of
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IamPoor from
TV review. Very good
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] It's a great TV. I used it for streaming,gaming, and all sorts of things. The picture quality is amazing
Date published: 2025-04-02
Rated 4 out of
5
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LadyeCatte from
BEAUTIFUL TV!! ALMOST PERFECT!!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] My first Smart TV.. and I'm totally in love with it! Since my phone is also Samsung, it took almost no time at all to set it up and get all my apps and accounts added in. Took some time to figure out how to navigate around, about a half hour, but I'm almost a pro at it now, so I can honestly say it's very intuitive.
i love the depth of picture. Even old movies have a new patina to them. The colors are very vivid, enough to give you vertigo if you're not used to it.
The ONLY problem I encountered is with the remote. Just can't figure out how to raise/lower volume except to mute it, so I would suggest to Samsung that they have a separate, dedicated button JUST for volume control. Had to download an unaffiliated remote app to my phone to get the volume to respond.
Other than that, COMPLETELY happy with this Smart TV!
UPDATE: Shoulda asked a teenager for help before posting my review. Turns out, the 'volume' bar actually moves UP AND DOWN, too. So it works fine, too. There was no user manual in the box, which would have helped with the learning curve.
Date published: 2025-03-26
