Display
47.6", OLED, 3840 x 2160 pixels
47.6
Refresh rate
48 Hz - 120 Hz
48 Hz
Dimensions
1069.3 x 620 x 39.6 mm
1069.3
Weight
12.3 kg
12.3 k
Processor
NQ4 AI Gen2 Processor
4
Overview
OLED contrast in a manageable size defines the Samsung QN48S85H, a 47.6-inch 4K OLED television running One UI Tizen. Its self-emissive panel lists 100% DCI-P3, HDR10+ formats and a 48–120 Hz range with VRR, ALLM and FreeSync Premium. Four HDMI 2.1 ports make it suitable for several current consoles, while the NQ4 AI Gen2 processor handles upscaling and picture adjustment. The 20W 2.0-channel audio is modest but eARC supports an external system. Brightness and contrast numbers are not published. More importantly, the port text claims 4K at 165 Hz despite the panel section stating 120 Hz; buyers should treat 120 Hz as the reliable ceiling until corrected. Buy it if you want compact OLED gaming with four HDMI 2.1 inputs; skip it if published brightness data or Dolby Vision is essential.
BrandSamsungPanel TypeOLEDResolution3840 x 2160 (4K)Refresh Rate48 Hz - 120 Hz
Key Highlights
- 3840 x 2160 (4K) on the 47.6-inch OLED panel gives QN48S85H its core viewing specification
- 100 % DCI-P3 and self-emissive OLED pixels support wide colour and pixel-level black control on QN48S85H.
- 48 Hz - 120 Hz with AMD FreeSync Premium, VRR and ALLM gives QN48S85H a strong gaming specification
- One UI Tizen with the NQ4 AI Gen2 Processor handles streaming, upscaling and smart-TV functions in the QN48S85H.
- It is the compact S85H and uniquely contains a 165 Hz HDMI claim that conflicts with its 120 Hz panel entry.
Who Should Buy the samsung QN48S85H
+ Best For
OLED film viewing
QN48S85H uses self-emissive pixels and lists 100 % DCI-P3
120 Hz console gaming
four HDMI 2.1 inputs, VRR and FreeSync Premium support several sources on QN48S85H.
Tizen households
NQ4 AI Gen2 processing and One UI Tizen cover streaming and upscaling for QN48S85H.
Dark-room viewers
pixel-level light control avoids an LCD backlight behind black scenes in the QN48S85H.
× Not Ideal For
Dolby Vision households
QN48S85H relies on HDR10+ rather than Dolby Vision
Brightness-comparison buyers
typical and peak luminance are not published on QN48S85H.
Powerful built-in audio seekers
20W is modest for the 47.6-inch screen
Buyers relying on the 165 Hz port claim
it conflicts with the 120 Hz panel specification
Display Performance
Refresh Rate
48 Hz - 120 Hz
Supports high-frame-rate gaming and smoother motion in QN48S85H's published specification.
Response Time
Not published
No pixel-response figure is published, so motion clarity should not be inferred from refresh rate alone on QN48S85H.
Brightness
Not published
The source omits normal light output, preventing a meaningful bright-room comparison for QN48S85H.
Contrast
Self-emissive OLED
Individual pixels can switch off for black, although the sheet gives no numerical contrast ratio in the QN48S85H.
Colour Gamut
100 %
100 % DCI-P3 supports wider HDR colour than a basic sRGB-only display as listed for QN48S85H.
HDR
HDR10, HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma), HDR10+, HDR10+ Adaptive, HDR10+ Gaming
Format support is broad, but hardware brightness and black control decide the visible result within the QN48S85H specification.
Gaming Performance
Refresh Rate48 Hz - 120 HzSuitable for 120 Hz console play in QN48S85H's published specification.
Response TimeNot publishedThe sheet provides no dependable pixel-transition figure on QN48S85H.
VRR / Adaptive SyncAMD FreeSync Premium / VRRReduces tearing as frame rate changes within the supported range for QN48S85H.
GPU Requirement4K up to 120 HzA current high-end GPU or console is needed for demanding games at the panel ceiling in the QN48S85H.
HDR & Brightness Reality
QN48S85H uses self-emissive OLED pixels, lists 100 % DCI-P3 and accepts HDR10, HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma), HDR10+, HDR10+ Adaptive, HDR10+ Gaming. Pixel-level light control should produce strong black levels, but typical and peak brightness are not published, so highlight intensity cannot be compared numerically. Samsung omits Dolby Vision, leaving HDR10+ as the dynamic format. The badge set is credible for OLED contrast, yet the missing brightness data remains an important limitation. The QN48S85H source also contradicts itself by pairing a 120 Hz panel entry with a 165 Hz HDMI claim.
Connectivity & Ports
HDMI4 x HDMI 2.1Four high-bandwidth inputs are listed, but the 165 Hz HFR line conflicts with the 120 Hz panel entry
DisplayPortNone listedThis television expects PC and console video over HDMI on QN48S85H.
USB-CNone listedUSB-C video input and laptop charging are not supported for QN48S85H.
USB Hub2 x USB 2.0 (Type-A; downstream)QN48S85H includes 2 x usb 2.0 (type-a; downstream) for media and accessories
Audio OutHDMI eARC, opticalProvides the listed routes to a soundbar, receiver or headphones as listed for QN48S85H.
Real-World Use Cases
OLED pixels and 100 % DCI-P3 support dark scenes and wide colour in QN48S85H's published specification.
48 Hz - 120 Hz, VRR and four HDMI 2.1 inputs suit current systems on QN48S85H.
One UI Tizen and NQ4 AI Gen2 run apps and 4K upscaling for QN48S85H.
eARC compensates for the modest 20W onboard audio in the QN48S85H.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- 47.6-inch OLED panel provides pixel-level black control and 100 % DCI-P3
- 48 Hz 120 Hz, VRR, ALLM and AMD FreeSync Premium support current console gaming on QN48S85H.
- 4 x HDMI 2.1 lets several high-bandwidth sources stay connected for QN48S85H.
- One UI Tizen and NQ4 AI Gen2 Processor cover apps, upscaling and picture processing in the QN48S85H.
- It is the compact S85H and uniquely contains a 165 Hz HDMI claim that conflicts with its 120 Hz panel entry.
Cons
- Typical and peak brightness figures are not published in QN48S85H's published specification.
- Dolby Vision is not supported on QN48S85H.
- 20W built-in audio is modest for the screen size for QN48S85H.
- The source contradicts itself by listing a 120 Hz panel and 165 Hz HDMI output
Score & Ratings
8.8/10
Great
Television Identity & Market
6
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | Samsung |
| Series | S85H |
| Model | QN48S85H |
| Model Alias | QN48S85HAEXZA48" 4K OLED S85H Samsung Vision AI Smart TV (2026) |
| Model Year | 2026 |
| Available Colors | Graphite Black |
Screen Geometry & Format
4
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Screen Size | 47.6 in (inches) |
| Marketed Screen Size | 47.6 in (inches) |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Screen-to-Body Ratio | 94.27 % (percent) |
Panel Architecture & Light Control
3
| Specification | Value | What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| Panel Type | OLED | OLED means pixel-level light control and strong black potential on QN48S85H. |
| Panel Bit Depth | 10 bits | 10 bits supports smoother colour gradation than a basic 8-bit-only pipeline, although source quality still matters in the QN48S85H. |
| Display Colors | 1.07 billion colors / 30-bit |
Surface Treatment & Viewing Layer
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Screen Coating | Anti-glare/Matte |
Resolution, Scaling & Signal
4
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Native Resolution | 3840 x 2160 pixels |
| Pixel Density | 92 ppi (pixels per inch) |
| Pixel Pitch | 0.275 mm (millimeters) |
| HDCP Support | Yes |
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Luminance, Blacks & Contrast
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Viewing Angles | 178° / 178° |
Color Reproduction & Calibration
2
| Specification | Value | What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| DCI-P3 Coverage | 100 % (percent) | 100 % gives QN48S85H wide-colour coverage for HDR films and games. |
| Pantone Validated | Yes |
HDR Formats & Tone Mapping
2
| Specification | Value | What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| HDR Support | HDR10+ GamingHDR10+HDR10HLG |
HDR10, HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma), HDR10+, HDR10+ Adaptive, HDR10+ Gaming provides dynamic HDR10+ compatibility, but Samsung does not list Dolby Vision within the QN48S85H specification. |
| Filmmaker Mode | Yes |
Motion Processing & Response
2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Refresh Rate | 48 Hz - 120 Hz (hertz) |
| Motion Processing | Motion Xcelerator 120 Hz |
Console, VRR & Game Tools
6
| Specification | Value | What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| Variable Refresh Rate | Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) | |
| Auto Low Latency Mode | Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM) | |
| High Frame Rate | Yes | |
| AMD FreeSync | AMD FreeSync Premium | AMD FreeSync Premium helps reduce tearing when a compatible source changes frame rate in QN48S85H's published specification. |
| NVIDIA G-Sync | Yes | |
| Game Mode | Yes |
Picture Intelligence & AI
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Filmmaker Mode | Yes |
Broadcast Tuners & Reception
5
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Built-In TV Tuner | Yes |
| Tuner Configuration | Analog (NTSC/PAL/SECAM)ATSCClear QAM |
| Analog Tuner | NTSC / PAL / SECAM |
| North American Digital Tuner | ATSC |
| Clear QAM | clear qam |
Compute, Memory & Storage
2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Processor Brand Name | NQ4 AI Gen2 Processor |
| CPU Architecture | 4 |
Smart Platform & System
2
| Specification | Value | What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| Smart TV | Yes | |
| Operating System | One UI Tizen | One UI Tizen runs Samsung's app platform and connected-TV features on QN48S85H. |
HDMI Signal Interface
9
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HDMI Ports | 4 |
| HDMI 2.1 Ports | 4× HDMI 2.1 |
| HDMI CEC | Yes |
| Audio Return Channel | Yes |
| Enhanced Audio Return Channel | Yes |
| Auto Low Latency Mode | Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM) |
| High Frame Rate | Yes |
| Variable Refresh Rate | Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) |
| HDCP Support | Yes |
USB, Audio & Legacy I/O
4
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Total USB Ports | 2 |
| USB-A 2.0 Ports | 2× USB 2.0 |
| Ethernet Port | 1× RJ45 |
| Optical Audio Output | 1× S/PDIF |
Wireless, LAN & Casting
6
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| LAN | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 8 |
| Wi-Fi Standards | 802.11a |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Wi-Fi Direct | Yes |
| DLNA | Yes |
Speaker Layout & Output
5
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Built-In Speakers | Yes |
| Speaker Configuration | 2.0 CH |
| Speaker Channels | 2.0 CH |
| Total Audio Output | 20W |
| Total Speaker Output | 20W |
Sound Formats & Enhancement
2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Dolby Atmos | Yes |
| Q-Symphony | Yes |
Panel-Only Size & Mass
4
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Width Without Stand | 1069.3 mm (millimeters) |
| Height Without Stand | 620 mm (millimeters) |
| Depth Without Stand | 39.6 mm (millimeters) |
| Weight Without Stand | 12.3 kg (kilograms) |
Assembled TV Size & Mass
4
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Width With Stand | 1069.3 mm (millimeters) |
| Height With Stand | 682.5 mm (millimeters) |
| Depth With Stand | 209.5 mm (millimeters) |
| Weight With Stand | 13.2 kg (kilograms) |
Exterior Styling & Stand Footprint
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Chassis Color | Graphite Black |
Wall Mounting & Installation
3
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| VESA Mount | 300 x 200 mm |
| VESA Interface | 300 x 200 mm |
| VESA Size | 300 x 200 mm |
Electrical Load & Efficiency
6
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Input | 100 V - 120 V (volts) |
| AC Frequency | 50 Hz - 60 Hz (hertz) |
| Typical Power Consumption | 99 W (watts) |
| Average Power Consumption | 99 W (watts) |
| Maximum Power Consumption | 205 W (watts) |
| Standby Consumption | 0.5 W (watts) |
Picture Feature Inventory
2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Ultra Viewing Angle | Yes |
| Filmmaker Mode | Yes |
Gaming Validation & Compatibility
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| ALLM | Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM) |
Regulatory & Industry Approvals
2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| CE | Motion Xcelerator 120 Hz |
| Pantone Validated | Yes |
In-the-Box Components
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Screen Size | 47.6 in (inches) |
Frequently Asked Questions
01 How does the QN48S85H differ from the QN55S85H? +
It is the compact S85H and uniquely contains a 165 Hz HDMI claim that conflicts with its 120 Hz panel entry. OLED, 4K resolution, 120 Hz and four HDMI 2.1 inputs remain the common foundation.
02 What does the QN48S85H OLED panel mean for dark scenes? +
Each pixel produces its own light and can switch off for black, avoiding a constantly lit LCD backlight. Brightness figures are missing, so highlight performance cannot be quantified.
03 Which gaming features matter on the QN48S85H? +
The sheet lists 48 Hz - 120 Hz, VRR, ALLM and AMD FreeSync Premium. Four HDMI 2.1 ports allow several modern consoles or PCs to stay connected.
04 Why is Dolby Vision absent from the QN48S85H HDR list? +
The published formats are HDR10, HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma), HDR10+, HDR10+ Adaptive, HDR10+ Gaming. Dynamic metadata therefore relies on HDR10+ rather than Dolby Vision.
05 Which refresh figure should buyers trust for the QN48S85H? +
The panel section states 120 Hz, while the HDMI line claims 4K at 165 Hz. Treat 120 Hz as the dependable ceiling until Samsung or the source corrects the conflict.
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