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    QN65Q70R
    A 65-inch LCD (LED) 4K UHD TV from Samsung, with 2160p resolution, and a claimed 240-hertz refresh rate (may not be true native frame rate), four HDMI inputs, no component-video inputs, and two USB ports. This TV is internet enabled.
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    Description
    A 65-inch LCD (LED) 4K UHD TV from Samsung, with 2160p resolution, and a claimed 240-hertz refresh rate (may not be true native frame rate), four HDMI inputs, no component-video inputs, and two USB ports. This TV is internet enabled.

    CR Expert Take

    How did it perform in our owner surveys and expert lab testing?

    What goes into the Overall Score?

    Ratings Scorecard

    OWNER SURVEYS

    Predicted Reliability
     /  5
    Owner Satisfaction
     /  5

    EXPERT LAB TESTS

    HD picture quality
     /  5
    UHD picture quality
     /  5
    HDR
     /  5
    Viewing angle
     /  5
    Motion blur
     /  5
    Sound quality
     /  5
    Versatility
     /  5
    Data privacy
     /  5
    Data security
     /  5
    Ultra HD Picture Quality
     /  5
    Ultra HD performance
     /  5
    Color
     /  5
    Screen size (in.)
     /  5
    TV resolution type
     /  5
    Display type (Backlight)
     /  5
    Internet-enabled
     /  5
    Energy cost/yr. ($)
     /  5

    Detailed Test Results

    HD PICTURE QUALITY. HD picture quality is excellent. Reproduction of fine HD image detail is excellent. Color accuracy is excellent, so colors, especially flesh tones, look very natural and lifelike. Very good contrast--the difference between the darkest blacks and brightest whites--gives images convincing depth and dimension. Black levels are excellent, with help from Samsung's full array "Local Dimming" feature, delivering very deep blacks that enhance contrast in dark scenes (though quality does degrade as you move to the sides - see viewing angle). This is among the brightest models we've tested (with the backlight control turned up), so the picture is well suited for a very sunny room. A lower backlight setting is recommended for a dimmer viewing environment. In scenes with subtly shaded light-to-dark areas, such as a sky during sunset, the model does an excellent job producing a smooth transition without distinct, coarse bands. The deinterlacing and film mode operations are excellent on HD content; there is little or no trace of jaggies on the edges of objects for video and film-based 1080i video content, such as from cable.

    UHD PICTURE QUALITY. 4K UHD picture quality is excellent and has excellent HD-to-UHD upconversion. All native 4K content (non HDR) we played on this model, including movies and test videos, is presented in full 4K detail with excellent fidelity when played back via the TV's HDMI input. Via the USB port, high-resolution photos are displayed in full 4K detail. With regular HD content, the TV's HD-to-UHD up-conversion processing is generally excellent with the edges along diagonals of image content looking very smooth with minimal jaggies.

    HIGH DYNAMIC RANGE (HDR) PERFORMANCE. HDR performance is effective. The display has decent peak brightness capability (by HDR standards) showing some improvement over basic 4K performance on our HDR test videos. There is little contrast revealed between moderately bright and very bright highlights within a scene, while the brightness levels in the mid-to-lower tones, like those in an indoor scene, are fine. It does a good job reproducing a greater range of nuanced shadow detail from black to white, with no obvious banding on areas of the image that have subtle shade variations. There is no visible loss of near-white shadow detail in the brightest areas. Brighter colored objects remain nicely saturated.

    VIEWING ANGLE. This Samsung has a moderate viewing angle overall, decent, but not quite as good as the better-performing TVs we've tested. The optimal seating position for best picture quality is directly in front of this model. When we view the TV from the sides, image quality got worse. The picture shows a slight loss of color. Black levels visibly brighten, reducing contrast especially on dark scenes. When viewing the image from above or below eye level to the screen, the vertical viewing angle is very good. The picture shows minimal change in color, contrast, and black level.

    MOTION BLUR. This Samsung TV has generally excellent motion performance, with only slight blurring on our motion teststhanks to Samsung's "Auto Motion Plus." This feature is designed to reduce motion blur, a shortcoming of most displays. Although this TV includes a "LED Clear Motion" setting that is effective at further reducing motion blur, it limited the brightness of the image and also added some flicker to the picture, so we left the feature off.

    SOUND QUALITY. This model has very good sound quality, better than most models we've tested. Whether you're watching a blockbuster movie, a concert, or TV show, it is able to deliver a satisfying listening experience. Bass is deep, providing satisfying fullness to the sound but lacking in definition a bit, and treble is nicely detailed, while the overall sound is a bit closed in. The speakers produced a good volume range so this model should play sufficiently loud in typical room environments and without obvious distortion. Unlike most of our tested models its sound should satisfy the more discerning listeners, so give this a listen before opting for an external sound bar.

    EASE OF USE. On first power up there is an on-screen guide that helps you through setting up the TV. The remote has a simplified design with a reduced set of buttons that support on-screen navigation. It includes a built-in microphone to access the voice assistant feature. It also provides convenient direct button access to streaming services including Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, and Hulu. Consider the TV's stand is 43 inches wide when choosing a table top to place it on.

    INTERNET FEATURES. This TV provides Internet capabilities via its "Smart Hub" portal with access to a library of applications, and a full Web browser. Movie streaming services that can be downloaded to this TV, or are built-in, include Netflix, YouTube, Amazon Prime Video, Hulu and HBO Now. Includes built-in Bixby, a virtual assistant, which allows you to use natural speech to ask questions, launch applications, and search programming via the remote's built-in microphone. Support for external voice assistants (not built in to the TV) include: Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant.

    CONNECTIONS. This model has four HDMI inputs-- one supports ARC (Audio Return Channel), no component input, and no composite input. It also has two USB ports, an optical digital audio out, an Ethernet port, WiFi wireless networking; DLNA, to access files within your home network; Casting, which allows you to send streaming content from your mobile device to the TV via your home network; Screen mirroring, where the image on your smartphone or other compatible device can also appear on the TV.

    INCLUDED IN THE BOX. A printed user manual. A quick start guide. An electronic user guide via the TV's menu. A remote control with batteries. A detachable power cord.

    About

    The Samsung QN65Q70R is a 65-inch LCD (LED) 4K UHD TV with a native resolution of 3840x2160 (2160p). It has full-array LED backlighting. Rather than the basic 60Hz, it claims a faster 240Hz frame rate, a feature designed to reduce motion blur.

    It includes an Ethernet jack allowing for a wired connection to your home network. It is also WiFi capable, so you can connect it to your home network wirelessly. It is DLNA certified, so you can view digital photos stored on a compatible computer, phone, or other mobile device also connected to your home network.

    This TV has four HDMI inputs, and no component-video inputs. It also has two USB ports, which may be used to play media--photos, videos, and music--stored on a flash drive.

    The Samsung QN65Q70R measures 35.8 inches high by 57.1 inches wide by 11.3 inches deep, including its base. The panel itself is 2.4 inches thick including any protrusions.

    The warranty on this model covers parts for 12 months and labor for 12 months.

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