If you want better HDMI port accessibility
Choose Hisense U7SG. It scores 4.5 vs 2.0 for HDMI port accessibility, with a 4.2 overall score.
Samsung 100QN80F TV Review
Bottom Line
A huge, bright screen with four excellent HDMI 2.1 ports makes the 100QN80F attractive for casual gaming and big-screen viewing. Heavy blooming, motion blur, glare and weak relative value hold it back.
People seeking an immersive 100-inch TV for casual console gaming, bright HDR scenes and everyday viewing in moderately lit rooms, especially with several gaming devices.
Competitive FPS players, dark-room movie purists, wide-seating households and shoppers who prioritize picture quality per dollar over Samsung's interface.
Verdict
The Samsung 100QN80F makes an immediate impression with its massive 100-inch screen, strong brightness and four HDMI 2.1 ports that support high-refresh consoles and PCs. Low input lag, variable refresh rate support and a quick Tizen interface give it practical strengths. But the enormous panel exposes shortcomings in Mini LED control: dark scenes can have elevated blacks and distracting halos around highlights or subtitles. Direct reflections and narrow viewing angles make seating and lighting placement important. Most significantly for fast-paced players, detailed motion testing found substantial smearing in dark transitions, despite the 144Hz capability. Early hands-on demonstrations sound more upbeat about gaming and glare, so impressions vary by setup. This TV can provide immersive casual entertainment in moderate lighting, but its price is difficult to defend against stronger similarly sized competitors.
Feature Scorecards
Summary
102 reviewed features-
Very positive 4.5-5.024 (24%)
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Positive 3.5-4.433 (32%)
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Neutral 2.5-3.424 (24%)
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Negative 1.5-2.419 (19%)
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Very negative below 1.52 (2%)
Pros highlights
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A 100-inch image makes games and HDR highlights feel enormous and engaging. The sheer size impresses, although seating distance and installation space matter.
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Big-screen gaming package is enthusiastically endorsed. First impressions are very positive.
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Four full-bandwidth HDMI 2.1 ports, low input lag and broad VRR support are strong assets. However, dark-object blur and gaming HDR tone-mapping issues limit competitive play.
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Bright HDR highlights deliver satisfying punch on the 100-inch panel. Its brightness is a genuine asset, although higher-performing rivals can get brighter.
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The massive screen makes games and bright HDR look exciting, but measured picture quality trails comparably sized rivals. Weak blacks, blooming and motion blur are the main compromises.
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HDR colors remain fairly lively, though very bright shades desaturate. SDR wide-color reproduction fades more noticeably in bright scenes.
Cons highlights
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The 100-inch panel is criticized as overpriced beside brighter TCL and Hisense alternatives. Launch-period previews were more optimistic, so the deal depends on the actual sale price.
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Some early viewing praised the blacks, but detailed testing found a bluish glow and elevated dark tones. The problem is most apparent in dark rooms.
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Glare impressions vary sharply: early demos praised the treatment, while direct testing found distracting mirror-like reflections. Bright lights and windows opposite the screen are a concern.
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Color washes out and changes hue when viewers move off-center. A large group spread across the room will not see a consistently accurate image.
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The giant panel is appealing, but its actual price is hard to justify next to better-performing 98- and 100-inch alternatives. Earlier previews were more optimistic about its value.
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Hands-on impressions of glare reduction are positive, but direct measurements find reflections distracting, especially in darker scenes. Lighting placement is important.
Use Cases
Best for
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PS5 and Xbox formats, including 4K at 120Hz, VRR and automatic low latency, are well supported. Sluggish dark transitions may still affect fast games.
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144Hz input, VRR and very low lag help PC gaming. Dark-motion blur and potential BGR-related text fringing make it less well-rounded than the specifications imply.
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Four equal HDMI 2.1 ports accommodate several gaming sources.
Not ideal for
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Dark-scene gamingDark game scenes blur heavily.
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Bright-room viewingDirect bright-room glare overcomes the panel's brightness.
Compared With Category Average
Compared with other TVs, this product is above average in banding control, account requirements, judder handling, near average in picture quality, gaming dashboard, below average in blooming control, Dolby Vision support, TV recording capabilities.
Comparison summary
102 compared features-
Above average 0.4+ pts higher29 (28%)
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Same as average within 0.3 pts35 (34%)
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Below average 0.4+ pts lower38 (37%)
Largest category differences
| Attribute | This product | Category average | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| blooming control | 1.6 | 3.7 | -2.1 |
| Dolby Vision support | 1.6 | 3.3 | -1.7 |
| TV recording capabilities | 1.3 | 3.0 | -1.7 |
| motion clarity | 1.5 | 3.1 | -1.6 |
| banding control | 4.9 | 3.4 | +1.5 |
| shadow detail | 2.0 | 3.5 | -1.5 |
| resolution | 3.1 | 4.5 | -1.4 |
| AI artwork generation | 2.0 | 3.3 | -1.3 |
Consider This Instead
If you want better motion clarity
Choose Panasonic Z8BA OLED. It scores 5.0 vs 1.5 for motion clarity, with a 4.0 overall score.
If you want better Dolby Vision support
Choose TCL QM9K. It scores 5.0 vs 1.6 for Dolby Vision support, with a 3.9 overall score.
If you want better local dimming zone transitions
Choose Hisense UR8SG. It scores 4.0 vs 2.0 for local dimming zone transitions, with a 4.0 overall score.
Compared in Reviews
Products reviewers directly compared with this model, grouped into quick takeaways.
85-inch QN80D
- Older model: screen size The new 100-inch offering exceeds the prior QN80D’s largest size.
Hisense 100U8QG (2025)
- Better: brightness, blacks and local dimming Hisense has deeper blacks, less blooming and brighter HDR.
Samsung 65-inch QN80F (2025)
- Compared: brightness versus local dimming The 100-inch is brighter but has worse local dimming than the 65-inch version.
FAQ
Is the Samsung 100QN80F good for gaming?
It offers four full-bandwidth HDMI 2.1 inputs, low lag, 4K high-refresh gaming and VRR. Competitive players may notice dark-motion blur, and HDR game calibration has also drawn criticism.
How does it perform in a bright room?
The TV gets very bright, but direct lamps or windows can create strong reflections. Moderately lit spaces without light sources opposite the screen are a safer choice.
Does the 100-inch model have good black levels?
Black levels and local dimming are mixed. Detailed testing found raised blacks and noticeable halos around bright objects and subtitles in dark scenes.
Can it handle PS5, Xbox and PC gaming?
Yes. Its four HDMI 2.1 ports support console-friendly 4K/120Hz input and VRR, plus up to 4K/144Hz for compatible PCs.
Is it good for sports or wide seating?
Sports can show dirty-screen artifacts, and off-axis viewers lose color accuracy. It is less ideal for a wide couch or fast sports broadcasts.
Is the built-in audio sufficient?
Built-in sound is balanced at ordinary volume, but bass is limited and very loud dialogue can lose clarity. A soundbar is preferable for a more cinematic experience.
Is the 100QN80F worth the money?
Its scale and gaming ports appeal, but direct comparisons found similarly sized TCL and Hisense models with stronger picture performance for less money. A substantial discount would improve its value.
Sample Expert Reviews We Analyzed
These are a few of the reviews included in our analysis.
Video Reviews
YouTube - VillaMan
- Review score
- 3.9
YouTube - Abt Electronics
- Review score
- 4.7
Article Reviews
rtings.com
The Samsung 100QN80F is a mid-range 4k TV released in 2025. It's an indirect replacement to the Samsung Q80D, as it's now part of Samsung's...
- Review score
- 3.2
choose.tv
We test the 100-inch Samsung QN80F – the first “80 series” model with Mini LED backlight. Check out our review covering contrast, HDR...
- Review score
- 3.8
theshortcut.com
Huge screen and 4x HDMI 2.1 at a lower price
- Review score
- 4.6
tomsguide.com
Big-screen value shoppers will find lots to love with the Samsung QN80F.
- Review score
- 3.3
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