Samsung QN65Q9FN vs Samsung UN65JS9500
Samsung QN65Q9FN
2017 · $799 today
7846
Samsung UN65JS9500
2015 · $699 today
7334
Dashed outline = score at launch
Why Samsung QN65Q9FN is better
- Local Dimming Zones: ~480 vs ~120(4.0× more)
- Speaker Output: 60W vs 20W(3.0× more)
- Peak Brightness: ~1500 nits vs ~1000 nits(50% more)
- Input Lag: ~25 ms vs ~30 ms(20% less)
Why Samsung UN65JS9500 is better
No standout numeric advantages.
Verdict
Samsung QN65Q9FN leads outright in 6 of 6 dimensions today.
Spec by spec
| Spec | Samsung QN65Q9FN | Samsung UN65JS9500 |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Screen Size | 65 in | 65 in |
| Resolution | 4K UHD (3840x2160) | 4K UHD (3840x2160) |
| Panel Type | QLED VA-LCD | Curved LED (Nanocrystal) |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Picture Performance | ||
| Peak Brightness | ~1500 nits● | ~1000 nits |
| Local Dimming Zones | ~480● | ~120 |
| HDR Formats | HDR10, HDR10+, HLG | HDR10 (early) |
| Gaming & Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 4 | 4 |
| HDMI 2.1 | No | No |
| Variable Refresh Rate | No | No |
| Input Lag | ~25 ms● | ~30 ms |
| Audio & Design | ||
| Speaker Output | 60W● | 20W |
| Sound Format | Dolby Digital Plus | Dolby Digital Plus |