During a CES 2020 expo packed with major players in the TV market, Samsung managed to keep our attention just to be ready to show off a lot of technology, be it new concepts or iterations on existing concepts. We had the almost invisible bezel and fascinating speaker system of the Samsung Q950TS 8K QLED, the rocking form factor of the TikTok-ready Samsung Sero, and even new models for the updated The Frame TV, which now exists in so many sizes it's hard to make a follow-up. There was certainly no shortage of Samsung this year, so we've rounded up all the new Samsung TVs for 2020 announced so far. As the world's largest TV seller, there will always be a long way to go, and this is where it starts. We really only have firm details on these high-end TVs, though we'll update this Samsung TV 2020 guide as we learn more about the models and get official confirmation of release dates. , prices, etc Scroll down to find out what to expect in terms of software and specs, with the 2020 and 2019 TVs listed below.
New Samsung TVs for 2020
(Image credit: Future) Samsung Q950TS 8K AI QLED (available in 65, 75, 85-inch): There's only one of three 2020 QLEDs revealed so far, and it's a real beauty. The Q950TS has a nearly invisible bezel for a 99% expanded screen design and high-end AI processing, as well as an innovative OTS+ surround speaker system built into the TV frame. HDR10 + is also a no-brainer. If you want an 8K TV this year and money isn't an issue, this is probably the TV you want. Find out why we're thrilled with this hands-on review of the Samsung Q950TS 8K QLED.
(Image credit: TechRadar) Samsung Sero TV (available in 47-inch): The Sero TV has a nice device that can rotate 90 degrees to display videos and mobile photos in portrait mode. As a bonus, anyone with the Samsung Note 10 can do it by simply plugging in their phone and turning it around in their hand. That's the synergy! It's clearly aimed at Tik-Tok and Instagram users, though its niche target audience and approx £1,600 / £1,230 / AU$2,300 price tag - we know for sure it's coming to the UK and UK, Australia being uncertain, probably they will keep it out of most hands. Read our reviews on Samsung Sero TV to learn more about the new bundle.
(Image credit: TechRadar) Samsung The Frame TV (now available in 48.75 inches): The Frame TV already exists, as a great lifestyle model for those who want to give their TV a touch of class, even if it's it pays at the expense of other areas The Frame lineup was updated with a QLED panel in 2019, and 2020 will see a new ultra-small size at 32 inches and a larger-than-ever size at 75 inches. Find out how to get started with Samsung The Frame.
Samsung TV 2020 technology: the ins and outs
(Image credit: Samsung) Looking at a Samsung TV in 2020? As the world's largest TV maker, with nearly a third of the global market under its belt, you're not alone. Samsung makes a wide range of smart TVs with its excellent Tizen OS platform, affordable small TVs, and premium QLED HD 4K glasses boxes with dazzling brightness and crystal-clear displays. The QLED 8K ranges now get the most attention, however Samsung is working each year to improve their upscaling from low-resolution sources, while targeting their 1,500 to 2,000 nit (i.e. very bright) displays as superior technology to panels. OLED used by much of the competition. Samsung has been a leading voice in promoting 8K panel technologies and continues this tradition with three new 8K models for 2020, of which only the Q950TS has been officially named, while bringing 8K HDR10+ exclusively to these TVs. HDR10+ is Samsung's open source answer to Dolby Vision, the dynamic 4K HDR format for visually enhanced TV shows and movies. It's not as widespread as the Dolby version, but it does support Amazon Prime Video, in case that's your main streaming TV service.
Samsung's Tizen operating system is used. (Image credit: Samsung) The most notable improvement over the last year has been Samsung's new "ultra viewing angle" technology, which has modified the backlight to provide improved color contrast and accuracy even at wider angles. narrow. a necessity given the increasing size of the screen. We've seen it in action, and the ability for the screens to look so sharp and colorful from the side is pretty amazing, even though you'll probably be looking at them head-on most of the time. In 2020, we've already seen other visual improvements, including sharper scaling that brings out more detail and sharper edges for images that weren't originally intended for 8K. But there are also many changes on the audio side, with the new Object Tracking Sound technology (abbreviated as `` OTS & # 39; & # 39;) for its 4K QLEDs this year, with an even better OTS + version for new QLEDs. 8K. As we heard with the flagship Q950TS, OTS+ uses a range of audio drivers positioned around the panel casing, found on the bottom, sides and top of the TV. With this OTS+ matrix, the device is capable of filming audio from multiple locations, giving a true sense of where sound is moving across the screen, raining down from above, or leaking away. It's very, very cool. Samsung also continues to showcase its MicroLED panels, which feature millions of microscopic blue, red and green LEDs for an incredible level of light and color control. With a modular design that allows Samsung to create different sizes and proportions, such as with the display wall, which was unveiled at CES 2020 in a 292-inch configuration, it shows the beginning of a flexible future for home theater, even if it lets you it will cost a lot more than a standard consumer QLED.
Ambient mode and Samsung's invisible cable will allow these TVs to blend seamlessly into their surroundings (Image credit: Samsung) What else do you need to know? Samsung uses its own Bixby smart assistant to varying degrees - Bixby isn't anyone's favorite - but it's also rolling out Google Assistant and Alexa support for mid-range and premium models, as well as Samsung SmartThings for connecting to other smart home devices. You can also check out the best smart TV apps for Samsung. Many high-end Samsung sets also have the OneConnect box, which outsources all your HDMI, power inputs, and the like to hardware separate from the TV, avoiding a mess of cables dangling your new screen. Samsung also uses an ambient mode for its high-end TVs, which helps the TV blend in with your decor by mimicking the color and pattern of the wall behind it, as well as elegantly displaying news information, weather and the like. 2019 also introduced support for AirPlay 2 and an exclusive iTunes Movies app for Samsung TVs, which, given the usual rivalry between Samsung and Apple, was strange (if refreshing) to see.
Samsung Designer Series 2019 Models
Samsung The Wall (2019). Image Credit: Samsung Samsung Designer Series: The Wall (now available in 75, 88, 93, 110, 150, 292 inches): Almost too big to be true? The wall may not fit most living room walls, but it's a testament to Samsung's desire to impress, with millions of microscopic LEDs for a high level of color contrast. and brightness control on each pixel. Consisting of a modular series of panels, the size is technically variable, though Samsung still sells it in general-size configurations as a starting point. The first 143-inch model launched in late 2018, while a large 219-inch version arrived the following year. However, the modular design allows for customization, and Samsung seems to be leading with different configurations for 2020. Whichever size you look at, you can be sure it's going to be absolutely insanely priced. Take a look at our first look at The Wall by Samsung here.
Samsung The Frame (2018). Image credit: Samsung The Frame (available in 43, 49, 55, 65 inches) US model number (and price): UN43LS003AFXZA (€1,299), UN55LS003AFXZA (€1,999), UN65LS003AFXZA (€2,799)
UK model number: UE43LS003AUXXU, UE55LS003AUXXU, UE65LS003AUXXU Samsung's sleekest TV gets an upgrade with a QLED panel, which seems necessary given picture quality was the only thing that this beautifully crafted piece of metal let down. Blending form and function, this style-oriented TV is perhaps the best-looking TV Samsung has ever released. Discover what we think in our hands during The Frame (2019).
Samsung Serif TV (Image credit: Samsung) (Image credit: Samsung) Serif TV (available in 43, 49, 55 inches) US model number (and price): QN55LS01RAFXZA (€1,599) UK model number ( & Price): QE43LS01RAUXXU (€1099), QE49LS01RAUXXU (€1299), QE55LS01RAUXXU (€1498) Samsung's sleek Serif TV also benefits from a QLED panel and an ambient mode upgrade this year, hoping to blend looks and image quality. Mounted on four pointy legs, the whole thing looks like it's straight out of a fashion catalogue, and you can see what we think about it in our hands on Samsung Serif TV (2019).
Samsung QLED 2019 Models
Samsung Q900R QLED TV (Image credit: Samsung) Samsung Q900R / Q950R QLED TV (available in 55, 65, 75, 82 and 85 inches) US model number (and price): QN55Q900RBFXZA ($2999), QN65Q900RBFXZA ($ 4999), QN75Q900RBFXZA (€6999), QN82Q900RBFXZA (€9999, QN85Q900RAFXZA)
UK model numbers: QE55Q950RBTXXU (€2,999), QE65Q950RBTXXU (€3,699), QE75Q950RBTXXU (€5,399), QE82Q950RBTXXU (€8,699) Incredibly, Samsung's monstrous 8K TV is still considered a QLED TV. This is at the top of the list for many reasons: size and resolution being the two most obvious, but also because of its ability to use AI SD content in 8K HDR. While an absolute beauty to look at, the 65, 75 and 85-inch (or 82-inch in the UK) sizes will pay you a pretty penny, starting at £4,999 / £4,999 (roughly AU$7,082). a 55-inch model for mid-size homes. Check out our review link below for more information.
Samsung Q90 QLED TV (Image credit: Samsung) Samsung Q90 QLED TV (available in 55, 65, 75 and 82 inches) US model number (and price): QN65Q90RAFXZA ($3,499), QN75Q90RAFXZA ($4,999), QN82Q90RAFXZA (€6,499)
UK model numbers: QE55Q90RATXXU (€2,099), QE65Q90RATXXU (€2,799), QE75Q90RATXXU (€3,599) Samsung's 4 QLED 2019K flagship is the Samsung Q90 QLED TV. Just like last year, you can expect ambient mode and better black levels thanks to its Direct Full Array panel along with the screen's incredibly iridescent peak brightness. New this year is the addition of "Ultra Viewing Angle" technology, which reshapes TV panels so that backlight passes through the illuminated panel evenly across the screen. In the UK, you can choose a smaller 55-inch model, while the US swaps it out for a larger 82-inch.
Samsung Q80 QLED TV (Image credit: Samsung) Samsung Q85 / Q80 QLED TV (available in 55, 65, 75 and 82 inches) US model number (and price): QN55Q80RAFXZA ($1999), QN65Q80RAFXZA ($2799) , QN75Q80RAFXZA (€3799)
UK Model Number: QE55Q85RATXXU, QE65Q85RATXXU, QE75Q85RATXXU, QE55Q80RATXXU, QE65Q80RATXXU Moving down a bit, the Samsung QLED Q80 TV. Like the Q90, you'll see a Direct Full Array panel with a feature set including Ambient Mode and Bixby. The Q80 uses far fewer backlight zones than its Q9FN sibling, but it still looks great and is more affordable. In the UK, the alternative Q85 QLED model is also built into the OneConnect external box and tidy clear cable, as well as a larger 75in size.
Samsung Q70 QLED TV (Image credit: Samsung) Samsung Q70 QLED TV (available in 49, 55, 65, 75 and 82 inches) US model number (and price): QN49Q70RAFXZA ($1249), QN55Q70RAFXZA ($1499) , QN65Q70RAFXZA (€2199), QN75Q70RAFXZA (€3299), QN82Q70RAFXZA (€4499)
UK model numbers: QE49Q70RATXXU (€999), QE55Q70RATXXU (€1199), QE65Q70RATXXU (€1699), QE75Q70RATXXU (€2699), QE82Q70RATXXU (€3499) The Samsung Q7FN was the golden ticket in the QLED range of 2018 7. Offering one of the best price-performance ratios in the entire range, it was the Q2019F that drove AV enthusiasts to buy a QLED TV. That said, it could be our TV of the year in XNUMX, as Samsung listened to our feedback and swapped out the backlit display for a full-array LED LCD that will certainly improve contrast.
Samsung Q60 QLED TV (Image credit: Samsung) Samsung Q60 QLED TV (available in 43, 49, 55, 65, 75 and 82 inches) US model number (and price): QN43Q60RAFXZA ($799), QN49Q60RAFXZA ($ 999), QN55Q60RAFXZA (€1199), QN65Q60RAFXZA (€1799), QN75Q60RAFXZA (€2999), QN82Q60RA99Z
UK model numbers: QE43Q60RATXXU (€699), QE49Q60RATXXU (€759), QE55Q60RATXXU (€869), QE65Q60RATXXU (€1,169), QE75Q60RATXXU, QE82Q60RATXXU (€2,999) The latest TV in the QLE range D is the basic Samsung TV Q60QLED. The Q6 series started out as a special edition that Samsung added over the holidays in 2016, and now it looks like the TV has claimed a permanent spot in the lineup. The Q60 is a little less bright overall than the rest of its Quantum Dot-equipped brethren and still uses the old edge-lit design, but if you're looking for some of the same spectacular colors at a spectacular price, the Q60 will be the best. place to get it.
Samsung 2019 Premium UHD Models
Samsung RU8000 (Available in 49, 55, 65, 75 and 82 inches) US Model Number: UN49RU8000FXZA (€799), UN55RU8000FXZA (€999), UN65RU8000FXZA (€1399), UN75RU8000FXZA (€2199), UN82RU8000FX ZA (€3199)
UK Model Number: UE49RU8000UXXU (€799), UE55RU8000UXXU (€849), UE65RU8000UXXU (€999) The top-tier first series in Samsung's 4K UHD range is the RU8000, a sequel to last year's NU8000. We expect the RU8000 to use a side-lit LED LCD panel and a quad-core processor, but this has yet to be confirmed. Expect HDR10 and HDR10+ support in addition to Bixby and Samsung's Smart TV platform.
Samsung RU7300 (Image credit: Samsung) Samsung RU7300 (available in 49-, 55-, and 65-inch) US model number: UN55RU7300FXZA ($699), UN65RU7300FXZA ($999)
UK model number: UE55RU7300KXXU (€499), UE55RU7300KXXU (€599), UE65RU7300KXXU (€799) Beneath the RU8000 is the curved Samsung RU7300. It's not available in as many sizes as its big brother, but it should fill the niche with a curved screen for people looking to upgrade to a 4K HDR TV. You'll likely find the same LED LCD panel and processor as the RU8000, but that's yet to be determined. <p class="vanilla-image-block">
Samsung RU7100 (Available in 43, 49, 55, 58, 65, and 75-inch) US Model Number: UN43RU7100FXZA ($429), UN50RU7100FXZA ($499), UN55RU7100FXZA ($599), UN58RU7100FXZA ($649) , UN65RU7100FXZA (€899), UN75RU7100FXZA (€1.59)
UK Model Number: UE43RU7100KXXU (€379), UE50RU7100KXXU (€449), UE55RU7100KXXU (€549), UE58RU7100KXXU, UE65RU7100KXXU (€799), UE75RU7100KXXU (€1,299) RU series is the Samsung RU7100. We don't have much information on Samsung's lowest screen in 2019, but we do know that it will have a choice of different screen sizes - the RU7100 will be available. in 43, 49, 55, and 58, 65, and 75-inch variances. Discover all of TechRadar's CES 2020 covers. We're live in Las Vegas to bring you the latest tech news and releases, as well as hands-on reviews on everything from 8K TVs and folding screens to new phones, laptops and smart home devices.