I've watched that video, no need to post it here. The local dimming does change the algorithm in the game mode so it doesn't interfere with lag time and performance. This could result in an image on a logo like that shown in the video. However, I haven't personally seen any issues with actual gameplay. I still have the Q90R and will have for a few months for continued testing and comparisons in reviews, so when I get the chance I'll have a closer look at it. As always treat reviews, professional and amateur, as guides only and try and see things for yourself.There is a video on you tube showing the severe blooming in game mode , was this noticed during the review.
To be fair, the only HDMI 2.1 feature not here is eARC, all other features are for 8K screens and above. The Q90R (and most Samsung sets) offer everything else that HDMI 2.1 can do. It would be nice if Samsung could add eARC, but I'm not sure that is possible with current SOC.For a TV in 2019 at that price with no HDMI 2.1 or Dolby Vision, is not good enough. And with Apple TV airplay functionality, such a big selection of movies with Dolby Vision available via Apple that you can't benefit from.
Thank you for an excellent review.At present I am looking for a 75" LED TV in my home cinema room to replace my Panasonic TX902B.
The ability to watch the TV at an angle is of no concern and I have no interest in gaming.We normally view in the evenings in virtually "bat cave" lighting.
I have been offered a new, boxed 75" Q9 with a five year guarantee for £2695.
In your opinion based on the above would the Q900r still be a better buy.
I should add that we do watch a great deal of HD TV channels through our Virgin Media alongwith low quality standard definition channels like PBS America and Talking Pictures so the upscaling performance is important.
Thank you for your time
I think the ultra wide viewing angle tech is important even for straight on watching, on a 2 seater sofa you still get wash out in the corners of a modern LCD, you should know that with a 902, it's one of the worst I've seen! I found it really annoying tbh.
I don't get the viewing angle fuss at all - and I have a 58" DX902 also. Maybe it's a distance thing, I sit just over 3m from the screen and have never had an issue. Closest seat is 1.5m from the nearest edge of screen at maybe 45' angle and I can see a slight fade to the far side but not something that would bug me in the slightest.
As for this Sammy, I do really like the design but I feel that if my telly failed today I'd be much happier to get the Q9FN for a lower price than this. It's just doesn't justify the additional cost - then again, I'd never buy any years model of TV before the Black Friday price drop.
Thank you for an excellent review.At present I am looking for a 75" LED TV in my home cinema room to replace my Panasonic TX902B.
The ability to watch the TV at an angle is of no concern and I have no interest in gaming.We normally view in the evenings in virtually "bat cave" lighting.
I have been offered a new, boxed 75" Q9 with a five year guarantee for £2695.
In your opinion based on the above would the Q900r still be a better buy.
I should add that we do watch a great deal of HD TV channels through our Virgin Media alongwith low quality standard definition channels like PBS America and Talking Pictures so the upscaling performance is important.
Thank you for your time
No real opposition so Best in Class means B All.Best in Class badge, nice compromise.
No DTS also would seem to be a mad thing to miss out on along with Atmos.
Did you notice any micro stutter on 50Hz broadcasts @Phil Hinton?
Going by the pricing, this is certainly looking like playing the rather long game for consumers to get a reasonable price but by then OLEDs will be further cheaper again too.
What is your YouTube channel?I've watched that video, no need to post it here. The local dimming does change the algorithm in the game mode so it doesn't interfere with lag time and performance. This could result in an image on a logo like that shown in the video. However, I haven't personally seen any issues with actual gameplay. I still have the Q90R and will have for a few months for continued testing and comparisons in reviews, so when I get the chance I'll have a closer look at it. As always treat reviews, professional and amateur, as guides only and try and see things for yourself.