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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize picture quality, particularly for movies and HDR content, and tend to watch TV in various lighting conditions including bright rooms, the Samsung QN85B is likely to provide a superior experience with better brightness and image processing technology. However, the TCL S435 is more affordable and still offers a decent picture quality for typical TV shows and gaming at a lower refresh rate, though it may not perform as well in very bright environments or with HDR content. If budget is a primary concern and you mostly watch in darker environments, the TCL S435 could be sufficient. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Samsung QN85B (LCD)
- Excellent for bright room
- Good for dark room
- Very good for gaming
- Good for movies & TV
- Good for sports
- Very good for news, talk, & other TV
- Very good for cartoons & animation
- Very good for use as monitor
- Good for upscaling
- Very good motion processing
- Good viewing angle
- Very good reflections
Advantages of the TCL S435 (LCD)
- The TCL S435 (LCD) has no clear advantages over the Samsung QN85B (LCD).
Key differences
Picture Quality
7.5
6.6
5.64/10
CONTRAST
7.50/10
7.5/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.6/10
miniLED FALD
PANEL TYPE
LED
IPS
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The Samsung QN85B (LCD) has good picture quality, while the TCL S435 (LCD) has only fair picture quality.
Movies & TV
7.3
6.1
5.64/10
CONTRAST
7.50/10
5.7/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
6.7/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
5.9/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
No
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
No
The Samsung QN85B (LCD) is good for movies & TV, while the TCL S435 (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung QN85B provides a better experience for movies and cinematic TV because it has higher performance in local dimming, which improves contrast and black uniformity, essential for dark scenes in movies. In contrast, the TCL S435 has no local dimming feature, leading to a lower contrast ratio and less effective black uniformity, which may result in less detailed dark scenes.
Sports
7.1
5.9
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
3.2/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
5.8/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
5.9/10
9.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.2/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung QN85B (LCD) is good for sports, while the TCL S435 (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung QN85B is better for watching sports due to its superior motion processing which helps in displaying smoother action, and its better reflection handling, making it suitable for bright rooms. On the other hand, the TCL S435, with poorer motion processing and reflection handling, may not provide as clear a picture in fast-paced scenes or well-lit environments.
Gaming
8.2
5.5
8.0/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
6.2/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
5.8/10
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
3.2/10
70.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
0.0/100
9.0/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.3/10
The Samsung QN85B (LCD) is very good for gaming, while the TCL S435 (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung QN85B offers exceptional gaming performance with a very good response time and the best input lag, making it very responsive for fast-paced games, whereas the TCL S435 has a fair response time and poor input lag, resulting in a less favorable gaming experience with noticeable delay during gameplay. Additionally, the Samsung QN85B has a higher refresh rate, which is beneficial for smoother motion in games.
Cartoons & Animation
8.0
7.0
7.2/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
6.0/10
7.5/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.6/10
9.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.2/10
7.9/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
9.0/10
7.2/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
5.9/10
The Samsung QN85B (LCD) is very good for cartoons & animation, while the TCL S435 (LCD) is good.
The Samsung QN85B is rated better for watching cartoons and animation primarily because it delivers more vibrant colors out of the box and has a better color gamut, both important for animated content that often features bold and varied hues. In contrast, the TCL S435, despite having excellent colors out of the box, offers a lesser color gamut, which could result in a less rich and diverse color presentation for animations.
News, Talk, & Other TV
8.2
5.8
9.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.2/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
5.9/10
The Samsung QN85B (LCD) is very good for news, talk, & other TV, while the TCL S435 (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung QN85B is superior for watching news and TV programs thanks to its excellent upscaling and SDR brightness, ensuring clear images and vibrant display even in non-HD content. In contrast, the TCL S435 demonstrates poor performance in these areas, resulting in a less clear and dimmer picture which can affect the viewing experience for standard definition content.
Bright Room
9.2
5.6
7.5/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.0/10
9.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.2/10
8.9/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.1/10
8.9/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
5.9/10
The Samsung QN85B (LCD) is excellent for bright room, while the TCL S435 (LCD) is poor.
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Cost
$1,798
$1,800
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The Samsung QN85B (LCD) has a price of $1,798 and the TCL S435 (LCD) costs $1,800.
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How the Samsung QN85B (LCD) and the TCL S435 (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
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| Samsung QN85B (LCD) | TCL S435 (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,798 | $1,800 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Samsung | TCL | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 4, 2022 | September 5, 2020 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | QN85QN85B | 85S435 | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 85" | 85" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Tizen | Roku TV | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 6/10 | |
NextGen Ready | |||
NextGen Ready | No | No | |
HDMI Ports | |||
HDMI Ports | 4 | 4 | |
Coax Ports | |||
Coax Ports | 1 | 1 | |
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Picture Quality Score | |||
Picture Quality Score | 7.6/10 | 6.7/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 9.2/10 | 5.6/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.3/10 | 5.6/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 7.3/10 | 6.2/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 7.2/10 | 6/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 42.6" x 74.5" x 1.1" | 43.1" x 74.9" x 3.9" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 45.1" x 74.5" | 46.8" x 74.9" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 94.1 lbs | 101.4 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 600 x 400 | 600 x 400 | |
DISPLAY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Color Depth | |||
Color Depth | 10 bit | 10 bit | |
Black Frame Insertion | |||
Black Frame Insertion | Yes | No | |
Auto Low Latency Mode | |||
Auto Low Latency Mode | Yes | No | |
Contrast | |||
Contrast | 5.6/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 8/10 | 2.5/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.2.2 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 60 W | 30 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Dolby Digital Plus Bypass Only | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | No | |
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John Archer | February 2023
"Particularly key to this is the fact that black levels are unusually good, on a level we haven’t seen from any IPS TV before. Build quality is impressive too, with a gleaming silver metallic frame and stand, and enough heft to suggest plenty of quality innards. High dynamic range content jumps off the screen with enough luminosity and intensity to really sell what makes HDR special."
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Geoffrey Morrison | June 2021
"The TCL 4-Series is so inexpensive and capable you might start to question why there are any multithousand-dollar TVs at all. The 4-Series setup is intuitive and easy. If you're just looking for an easy-to-use TV with decent picture, this is an excellent place to start."
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About Samsung
Samsung, a South Korean electronics manufacturer, holds the title of being the largest global TV vendor in terms of units sold. They offer a diverse lineup of TV products that cater to various budget ranges. A notable achievement in recent years is the development of Quantum Dots, a technology that enhances color reproduction, resulting in richer and more vibrant hues. Samsung TVs are well-regarded for their high manufacturing quality and user-friendly software, making them an excellent choice for consumers seeking an intuitive viewing experience.
About TCL
TCL, the highly recognizable TV brand from China, has firmly established itself as the second-largest manufacturer in terms of sales volume. Renowned for striking an impressive balance between affordability, picture quality, and design, TCL TVs deliver a compelling overall package. While they have traditionally excelled in the low-end and midrange TV segments, TCL has recently made remarkable strides in the realm of high-end televisions, introducing impressive models that rival top competitors. Most TCL TVs use Roku software which is very user friendly and easy to use, but they have a few other models that use Google TV which has the largest app selection, but is not as user friendly as Roku.
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