Samsung QN85C

Recommended QN85C Settings for PS5, Xbox Series X and S

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If you got the Samsung QN85C or QN85CD, then you can check out this guide at Seeking Tech to see what setting you should be using to get the most out of playing video games on your PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X and/or Xbox Series S console.

Supported PS5 Features

With the QN85C, you will be able to play PS5 games at up to 120 frames per second to go along with Variable Refresh Rate (from 48 Hz to 60 Hz or 120 Hz). Also supported are HDR10 and Auto Low Latency Mode.

Supported Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S Features

The QN85C is capable of displaying Series X and Series S games at up to 120 frames per second with VRR (from 40 Hz to 60 Hz or 120 Hz). This TV also supports HDR10 (but not Dolby Vision) as well as ALLM.

How to optimize the QN85C for gaming

For the best settings when it comes to gaming on your Samsung QN85C QLED, we recommend that you take the following steps:

1. If you haven’t done so already, connect your console to the HDMI port of your television set. All four HDMI ports are version 2.1; so, you can use any of them for the connection.

The PS5 and Xbox Series X both come with a HDMI 2.1 cable. Make sure you use them for the connection if you want to unlock the full video transfer bandwidth.

Since the HDMI cable that came with the Xbox Series S is 2.0, the bandwidth will be more limited. This should be fine since the games running on this lower spec console most likely won’t take advantage of the extra bandwidth. With that said, you could still get your own HDMI 2.1 cable for the Series S as well.

2. After connecting the console, open the Settings menu of your Samsung QLED and then navigate over to Connection > External Device Manager > Input Signal Plus.

From there, select the HDMI port that is connected to your console and then make sure that Input Signal Plus is enabled for it. This should turn on HDR10 support.

3. Go back to the Settings menu of the QN85C and then head over to Connection > Game Mode Settings. From there, make sure you have Game Mode enabled.

By doing so, you should enable Auto Low Latency Mode and Variable Refresh Rate along with reducing the input lag.

4. There are other features in the Game Mode Settings menu that we suggest that you leave alone for now. In the future, you can go back here to play with the following on a game-by-game basis:

  • Dynamic Black Equalizer
  • Game Motion Plus
  • Blur Reduction
  • Judder Reduction
  • LED Clear Motion
  • Clear Motion

Dynamic Black Equalizer may help you see better in darker environments. The motion features may make the game appear to run smoother although they come at a cost of higher input latency.

5. Next, you need to make your way to the Settings menu of your game console.

On the PlayStation 5, head towards Screen and Video > Video Output. Once you get there, set Resolution to 2160p, HDR to On When Supported as well as the following settings to Automatic:

  • VRR
  • 120 Hz
  • ALLM
  • 4K Transfer Rate
  • Deep Color Output
  • RGB Range

For the two Xbox consoles, head over to General > TV & display options > Video modes. On this screen, make sure that the following is selected:

  • Allow Auto-Low Latency Mode
  • Allow Variable Refresh Rate
  • Allow 4K
  • Allow HDR10

Go back to the General > TV & display options and then make sure that Resolution is set to 4K UHD and Refresh Rate is set to 120 Hz.

6. One final step is to calibrate the HDR output of your console to optimize it for the Samsung QN85C.

To do so on the PlayStation 5, open its Settings menu and then select Screen and Video > Video Output > Adjust HDR.

On the Xbox Series X and S, navigate over to Settings > General > TV & display options > Calibrate HDR for gaming.

Follow the steps that appear over the next three screens to set up your HDR brightness output.

You should now be done setting up your QN85C for the PS5, Series X and/or Series S.

Samsung QN85C and QN85CD specs

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The QN85C, also known as the QN85CD, is the most affordable 2023 Neo QLED from Samsung. If you have this model and would like to hang it up on a wall, then you can check out this from Seeking Tech.

QN85C Screen Sizes

This article will cover all four screen sizes from the QN85C, including the following:

  • 55″ Class QN85C Samsung Neo QLED 4K Smart TV (Model Number: QN55QN85CAF or QN55QN85CAFXZA)
  • 65″ Class QN85C Samsung Neo QLED 4K Smart TV (Model Number: QN65QN85CAF or QN65QN85CAFXZA)
  • 75″ Class QN85C Samsung Neo QLED 4K Smart TV (Model Number: QN75QN85CAF or QN75QN85CAFXZA)
  • 85″ Class QN85C Samsung Neo QLED 4K Smart TV (Model Number: QN85QN85CAF or QN85QN85CAFXZA)

QN85C Dimensions (without Stand)

To start off, you may need to clear up space on your wall if you haven’t done so already. Keep in mind that, if you have a dry wall, then you can only screw in the mounting bracket in areas that are supported by studs. You may have to get yourself a stud finder in order to identify these locations.

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If you would like to get a full motion mount that can extend your QN85C outwards and/or swivel it to the sides, then you should make sure you leave some open-air space in the surrounding area to accommodate for these movements.

You can find the dimensions of each screen size, without the inclusion of the stand as you don’t need to use it, below:

Dimensions without Stand (in inches):

  • 55” QN85C: 48.3 inches x 27.8 inches x 1.1 inch
  • 65” QN85C: 56.9 inches x 32.6 inches x 1.1 inch
  • 75” QN85C: 65.7 inches x 37.7 inches x 1.1 inch
  • 85” QN85C: 74.5 inches x 42.6 inches x 1.1 inch

Dimensions without Stand (in millimeters):

  • 55” QN85C: 1227 mm x 706 mm x 28 mm
  • 65” QN85C: 1445 mm x 828 mm x 28 mm
  • 75” QN85C: 1669 mm x 958 mm x 28 mm
  • 85” QN85C: 1892 mm x 1082 mm x 28 mm

Dimensions without Stand (in centimeters):

  • 55” QN85C: 122.7 cm x 70.6 cm x 2.8 cm
  • 65” QN85C: 144.5 cm x 82.8 cm x 2.8 cm
  • 75” QN85C: 166.9 cm x 95.8 cm x 2.8 cm
  • 85” QN85C: 189.2 cm x 108.2 cm x 2.8 cm

QN85C Weight (without Stand)

Wall mounts have a listed weight capacity limit. If it is exceeded, then the bracket could end up breaking apart, which could cause your QN85C to come crashing down.

Thus, you should make sure that you get a product that can handle your TV weight. While the 55-inch and 65-inch models should be fine, the 75-inch and 85-inch iterations require stronger mounts.

You can find the weight specs for each screen size below:

Weight without Stand (in pounds):

  • 55” QN85C: 37.9 lbs.
  • 65” QN85C: 52.2 lbs.
  • 75” QN85C: 75.0 lbs.
  • 85” QN85C: 94.1 lbs.

Weight without Stand (in kilograms):

  • 55” QN85C: 17.2 kg
  • 65” QN85C: 23.7 kg
  • 75” QN85C: 34.0 kg
  • 85” QN85C: 42.7 kg

QN85C VESA Mounting Pattern

The VESA Mounting Pattern measures the four screw holes that you see on the backside of your QN85C. You need these to attach the screen to the front-facing part of the wall mount.

You can find the measurements, displayed as horizontal x vertical, below:

  • 55” QN85C: 200 mm x 200 mm
  • 65” QN85C: 400 mm x 300 mm
  • 75” QN85C: 400 mm x 400 mm
  • 85” QN85C: 600 mm x 400 mm
VESA Mounting Pattern (example from different TV).

QN85C Mounting Screw Size

The Samsung QN85C series uses the M8 screw size at a depth of 11 mm to 13 mm.

What wall mounts are compatible with the Samsung QN85C and QN85CD?

When picking a wall mount for your QN85C or QN85CD, you need to make sure that it is able to hold the weight of your screen size. The 55-inch (at 37.9 pounds) and 65-inch (at 52.2 pounds) versions should be fine. With the 75-inch (at 75 pounds) and 85-inch (at 94.1 pounds) iterations, your options are more limited.

Furthermore, the mount must support the VESA Mounting Pattern. The 55-inch (200 mm x 200 mm), 65-inch (400 mm x 300 mm), 75-inch (400 mm x 400 mm) and 85-inch (600 mm x 400 mm) models all have different patterns. So, make sure that the wall mount matches your specific screen size.

If you are looking for specific fixed, tilting and full motion wall mounts that is compatible with the QN85C, then you can check out our buyer’s guide.

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