Despite sitting one rung from the top of Samsung's 2019 4K TV range, the QE65Q85R still provides groundbreaking contrast and viewing angles, as well as lots of HDR-friendly brightness and colour

Scintillating HDR picture quality; Almost cable-free design; Powerful and slick smart TV system

No Dolby Vision support; Occasional backlight blooming; It isn't cheap

This Q90-lite is an excellent, substantially featured performer that represents excellent value

Excellent detail and definition; Vibrant but natural colours; Peerless app selection

Average sound; Viewing angles only okay

The Samsung Q70R is one really good premium-but-not-too-expensive 4K HDR TV for mixed use. It’s a particularly strong performer when it comes to 4K or HDR gaming (or gaming of any kind for that matter) and as a home theater TV it’s an excellent choice for anyone who hasn’t already been spoiled by...

Overall SDR peak brightness for normal content: 451 nits; Peak 2% display area display SDR brightness: 685 nits; Peak 10% display area SDR brightness: 748 nits; Peak 100% display area SDR brightness: 436 nits; Sustained 10% SDR brightness: 725 nits; Sustained 100% SDR brightness: 429 nits

Overall SDR peak brightness for normal content: 451 nits; Peak 2% display area display SDR brightness: 685 nits; Peak 10% display area SDR brightness: 748 nits; Peak 100% display area SDR brightness: 436 nits; Sustained 10% SDR brightness: 725 nits; Sustained 100% SDR brightness: 429 nits

Another hugely impressive QLED TV from Samsung; its pictures do things LCD TVs aren't supposed to be able to do (despite the lack of Dolby Vision support), and get surprisingly close to the class-leading images of Samsung's Q90R flagship models for a handy £500 less.

Exceptionally sharp 4K and HD pictures; Bright and colourful high dynamic range (HDR); Wide viewing angle support; Excellent backlight control; Powerful smart TV system

It’s pretty expensive; Some occasionally noticeable backlight dimming; No Dolby Vision support; No Freeview Play

The Samsung Q70 QLED is a mid-range 4K TV model that benefits from a direct backlight and local dimming, resulting in an excellent picture performance. A comprehensive smart platform and cutting-edge features complete what is an impressive overall package.

Excellent picture quality; Great HDR performance; Cutting-edge features; Comprehensive smart platform;

No Dolby Vision; No Dolby Atmos support