Samsung QN90D Neo QLED review: Excels in every way

We're in a golden age of television technology, where each year brings displays that are brighter, smarter, and more impressive than ever before. Whether you're a movie buff, sports fanatic, or hardcore gamer, there's never been a better time to upgrade your TV. The challenge isn't finding a good TV anymore - it's choosing the right one from an increasingly excellent field of options.
Samsung's QN90D Neo QLED TV, priced at Rs 151,990 for the 55-inch model, aims to be that perfect all-rounder. It's a premium TV that combines Mini LED technology with quantum dots and artificial intelligence to deliver what Samsung promises is their most refined 4K picture yet. It's designed to excel in bright rooms where many TVs struggle, while still offering the kind of performance that keeps movie lovers happy after dark. But in a market full of impressive TVs, does it do enough to stand out? Let's find out.

The QN90D's design is what happens when Samsung's minimalist aesthetic meets practical considerations. At just 26mm thick, it's impressively slim for a Mini LED TV. The central stand is both sturdy and sensible, though assembling it feels like a mini workout session with all those screws (seriously, Samsung, we need to talk about this).
One design choice that might raise eyebrows is the lack of Samsung's signature One Connect Box. All ports are tucked away on the back panel, which means cable management becomes your new hobby whether you want it or not.
Remember when TVs were just... TVs? Well, the QN90D is more than it. This one has its own brain and is quite proficient at the task of artificial intelligence. At its heart is the NQ4 AI Gen2 processor – think of it as the TV's brain, with 20 neural networks working overtime to make everything look gorgeous.

The Mini LED tech here? Absolutely stunning. The contrast ratio makes most content pop in ways that had me doing double-takes. Sure, you might spot some subtle blooming around bright objects on dark backgrounds – it's there if you're looking for it, but honestly?
Colors are rich and vibrant without looking like someone cranked the saturation slider to maximum (unless you're in Dynamic mode, which, trust me, should only be used if you want your eyeballs to go “woah!"). The TV handles skin tones admirably, though they occasionally lean slightly warm.
HDR content looks particularly stunning – watching nature documentaries feels like looking through a window, and movies with dramatic lighting really showcase what this display can do.
Though I'll be honest, sometimes the AI gets a bit too eager to help – during my Dune marathon (because how else do you test a TV, right?), I caught it occasionally over-brightening dark scenes in Dune as if it was trying to help me spot sandworms in the shadows.
What else do you need from a TV? Four HDMI 2.1 ports supporting 144Hz refresh rates? Check. VRR and ALLM? You bet. Input lag of 10.1ms? Faster than my reflexes. It’s a perfect television for gaming.
Samsung went a step further, and added some software tricks to it, like the Game Bar 4.0, which is particularly interesting. One of the features is AI-powered genre detection that actually works most of the time. The Mini Map Auto Detection feature is innovative, though its implementation could use some refinement.

The 4.2.2 channel 60W speaker system with OTS+ is more impressive than you might expect from built-in TV speakers. Dialog is clear, and the spatial audio effects actually work – it's like having a basic soundbar built right in. The Active Voice Amplifier Pro feature is particularly clever, boosting dialogue without turning background effects into a muddy mess.
That said, while the sound quality is good enough for casual viewing, movie enthusiasts will still want to budget for a soundbar or proper audio system to match the impressive visual performance.

Samsung's Tizen OS feels like that friend who's really smart but sometimes overthinks things. The interface is snappy and responsive, which is great, and a lot better than Google TV. The home screen is a bit cluttered with ads and recommendations, though the hub-based organization (Gaming Hub, Media Hub, etc.) does help keep things somewhat orderly.
The setup process was surprisingly painless – a welcome change from previous Samsung models where getting everything configured felt like solving a digital Rubik's cube. The mobile app setup actually worked flawlessly, which honestly felt like finding a unicorn in the tech world.
Smart features are abundant, though some might say too abundant. You've got voice control options (Bixby or Alexa), Samsung Health (because apparently, your TV needs to remind you to exercise), and various smart home integration features. The Gaming Hub is particularly well thought out, offering cloud gaming services like Xbox Game Pass and GeForce Now right from the TV.
One quirk worth mentioning: the settings menu feels like it was designed by someone who really enjoys hide and seek. Important options are often buried three or four layers deep, and the TV's light sensor settings are bizarrely tucked away under Power and Energy Savings instead of Picture settings.

The Samsung QN90D is a TV that excels in nearly every aspect. The picture quality is spectacular, delivering vibrant colors and impressive brightness that makes everything from sports to movies look fantastic, especially in bright rooms where it handles reflections beautifully. Gaming features are there, as well, with 144Hz support and low input lag, the design is sleek and premium, and even the built-in speakers deliver surprisingly good sound. While the smart TV interface could be more user-friendly, it's a minor quirk that's easy to overlook.
For Rs 151,990 (55-inch), you're getting a premium TV that feels worth every rupee. The combination of stunning picture quality, excellent motion handling for sports, and comprehensive gaming features makes it one of the best TVs you can buy. If you're looking for a high-end TV that can handle anything you throw at it - from daytime sports to late-night movies to next-gen gaming - the QN90D delivers in style.