Samsung S90F Review
The S90F remains one of the strongest value plays among premium OLEDs, particularly for gaming-focused households.
At a Glance
A high-value QD-OLED with strong HDR color, excellent gaming response and aggressive current pricing.
Samsung S90F Specifications
65-inch 4K OLED television with a 120 Hz native panel capable of up to 144 Hz, HDR10+ and Tizen smart TV.
Display
| Screen Sizes | 42, 48, 55, 65, 77 and 83 in; reviewed size 65 in |
| Panel Technology | 4K OLED |
| Resolution | 4K (3840 x 2160) |
| Native Refresh Rate | 120 Hz native, up to 144 Hz |
| HDR Formats | HDR10+, HDR10 and HLG |
| Processor | NQ4 AI Gen3 Processor |
Gaming
| HDMI 2.1 Ports | 4 HDMI inputs support high-refresh 4K gaming |
| VRR | VRR with FreeSync Premium Pro and G-SYNC support |
| Max Gaming Refresh | 4K up to 144 Hz |
| ALLM / Game Mode | Auto Game Mode (ALLM) supported |
Audio
| Speakers | 2.1-channel, 40 W |
| Audio Formats | Dolby Atmos |
| eARC | eARC supported |
Smart Platform
| Smart TV Platform | Tizen Smart TV |
| Casting & Assistants | Apple AirPlay, Alexa and Google Assistant compatibility |
Connectivity
| HDMI Inputs | 4 HDMI inputs |
| Other Ports | Ethernet, optical digital audio output and RF input |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi and Bluetooth |
Warranty & Support
| Support | US product support, manuals, troubleshooting and repair channels |
Summary
The reviewed configuration combines four HDMI inputs with variable-refresh gaming support and a 40 W 2.1-channel speaker system. Dolby Atmos is supported, while the HDR format set centers on HDR10+ rather than Dolby Vision.
Should You Buy the Samsung S90F?
The Samsung S90F ranks #8 of 10 in our Best OLED TVs ranking, with a CORE score of 90/100. It is strongest on gaming performance and value & total ownership cost, where it ranks 1st of 10 on both.
Buy it if
- You’re shopping for a value-conscious premium.
- You want an OLED TV for gaming-focused setups.
- You want an OLED TV for dark-room movies and HDR streaming.
Skip it if
- Motion, processing & upscaling is your top priority. The Sony BRAVIA 8 II scores 96 there, against 89 for the Samsung S90F.
How the Samsung S90F Scored
CORE scores every model in this category on the factors below, listed from most to least important for OLED TVs. The rank shows where the Samsung S90F places among the 10 models in our Best OLED TVs ranking.
Technical Assessment
Performance
The 65-inch QD-OLED version delivers vivid HDR color and strong peak brightness with very low gaming latency. It also provides four HDMI 2.1 inputs and 144Hz support, although low-quality stream cleanup and slow-pan stutter remain less polished than the best processing-focused rivals.
Reliability and Ownership
A large owner-review pool gives this model unusually mature real-world feedback for the field, with strong satisfaction overall.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Vivid QD-OLED color and strong HDR impact
- Excellent 144Hz gaming performance
- Strong value at current US pricing
Cons
- Bright room viewing flexibility trails Samsung’s stronger glare-controlled OLED flagships.
- No Dolby Vision support.
- Panel type can vary by size.
Samsung S90F Alternatives
Sony BRAVIA 8 II
Choose it for stronger audio & connectivity: it scores 93 there, against 80 for the Samsung S90F.
LG W6 Wallpaper OLED
Choose it for stronger bright-room & viewing flexibility: it scores 94 there, against 82 for the Samsung S90F.
LG C6
Choose it for stronger smart TV & everyday usability: it scores 90 there, against 84 for the Samsung S90F.
How We Evaluate
Last updated September 30, 2026.