Samsung 75" Q8F QLED AirSlim Smart TV (2025) Review 2026
Samsung scales its step-up QLED to 75 inches: local dimming, dual HDMI 2.1, and 40W speakers in an AirSlim frame. The spec sheet loses to Mini-LED. The living room experience tells a different story.
The 75" Q8F adds local dimming and dual HDMI 2.1 — meaningful for dark room viewing and gaming. But Mini-LED TVs at similar prices make this a tough recommendation on specs alone.
The Samsung 75-Inch Experience
At 75 inches, the Samsung Q8F stops being a spec-sheet product and becomes a room presence. The AirSlim design means this panel sits closer to the wall than any competitor at this size. The 40W Object Tracking Sound+ fills a large open-plan room without the tin-can quality of 20W speakers on competing 75-inch TVs. And the build quality -- the bezels, the stand, the materials -- signals premium in a way that TCL and Hisense simply do not.
None of that shows up in a comparison chart. But it shows up the moment you walk into a room where this TV is mounted on the wall.
Local Dimming at Scale
Stepping up from the Q7F, the Q8F's full-array local dimming is immediately visible at 75 inches. Movie credits on a dark background sit in genuine black, not the gray backlight glow of edge-lit panels. Dark atmospheric scenes in prestige TV -- House of the Dragon, Shogun, Severance -- gain depth that the Q7F at any size cannot match.
Samsung's zone count remains undisclosed and almost certainly lower than what TCL packs into the 75" QM6K at modestly more expensive. Blooming around bright objects on dark backgrounds is more visible here than on the QM6K. The local dimming is a substantial upgrade over no dimming. It is not Mini-LED performance.
Live with the 40W Object Tracking Sound+ for at least a week before buying a soundbar. At 75 inches, the speaker array is physically wide enough to create a convincing sound field. Dialogue tracks the center of the screen. Action sequences spread left to right. For casual evening viewing, many households find the built-in audio sufficient at this size.
Dual Console Gaming at 75"
Two HDMI 2.1 ports. PS5 in one, Xbox in the other. Both running 4K 120Hz with VRR and ALLM. Samsung's Game Mode auto-detects per port, and Gaming Hub adds Xbox Cloud Gaming and GeForce NOW. For a household with competing gamers, the Q8F eliminates the HDMI-switching argument.
At 75 inches, the gaming immersion is undeniable. Fast-paced shooters fill your peripheral vision. Racing games feel like simulators. And the local dimming adds atmosphere to dark-scene gaming that the Q7F cannot touch.
Strengths
- ✓Full-array local dimming at 75" improves HDR significantly
- ✓Two HDMI 2.1 ports for dual console gaming
- ✓Object Tracking Sound+ fills a large room
Cons
- ✗No Dolby Vision
- ✗At this price, Mini-LED competitors offer dramatically more zones
- ✗Samsung premium pricing vs Hisense and TCL
The Mini-LED Question at 75 Inches
At $800–$1,200, the Q8F sits in territory where TCL's 75" QM6K offers 144Hz, more dimming zones, and Dolby Vision for less money. On paper, the TCL wins. And for a dark room with a single viewing position, the TCL probably is the better picture.
But Samsung's total package -- the build, the sound, the ecosystem, the anti-reflection, the AirSlim design -- creates a living room centerpiece that TCL and Hisense do not. The Q8F is the choice for buyers who value the complete ownership experience over raw spec-sheet performance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Samsung 75" Q8F worth the upgrade over the 75" Q7F?
For dark room viewing and dual-console gaming, yes. Local dimming and Object Tracking Sound+ are real upgrades at 75 inches. For bright room streaming, the Q7F delivers 80% of the experience for noticeably less.
How does the 40W Object Tracking Sound+ perform in a large room?
At 75 inches, the larger speaker array spreads sound more effectively. The spatial tracking effect is more convincing because the physical cabinet is wider. For daily use and moderate movie nights, many 75" Q8F owners skip the soundbar. For dedicated home theater setups, a soundbar still improves bass.
Can the Samsung 75" Q8F handle two gaming consoles at 4K 120Hz?
Yes. Two HDMI 2.1 ports run PS5 and Xbox Series X at full 4K 120Hz with VRR and ALLM simultaneously. Samsung Gaming Hub adds cloud gaming. For a family with multiple gamers, the Q8F avoids the HDMI switching hassle.
Why does the 75" Q8F cost so much more than TCL Mini-LEDs?
Samsung builds quality, Tizen ecosystem, AirSlim design, Object Tracking Sound+, and brand confidence. TCL and Hisense deliver more zones and brightness per dollar. The Samsung premium buys intangibles — whether those intangibles matter is personal.
Does the Q8F support Dolby Vision at 75"?
No. Samsung uses HDR10+ exclusively across its entire lineup. Netflix, Disney+, and Apple TV+ all use Dolby Vision as their primary HDR format. Samsung relies on its processor to tone-map HDR10 content well, and it does — but the format gap is real.
Final Verdict
Rating: 4.4/5
The 75" Q8F adds local dimming and dual HDMI 2.1 — meaningful for dark room viewing and gaming. But Mini-LED TVs at similar prices make this a tough recommendation on specs alone.
Buy it for the Samsung living room experience at 75 inches -- local dimming, dual gaming ports, and audio that fills a room. Skip it if spec-sheet value matters more than brand experience.