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Philips PUS8500 vs Samsung Q7F (2025)
Product A: Philips
84 of 159 known
Product B: Samsung
76 of 159 known
67 of 151 fields differ
- 28 different values
- 39 known for one only
- 28 the same
- 56 missing for both
Refresh rate per resolution
The best rate over any port. Bars run from 0 to 360 Hz.
3840 × 2160Native for both
A60Hz
B60Hz
2560 × 1440
A60Hz
BNot listed
1920 × 1080
A60Hz
BNot listed
Size, drawn to scale
Front and side, on their stands.
- APhilips: 1,446 × 838 mm
- BSamsung: 1,452.9 × 834 mm
Weight
0 to 40 kg
Weight with stand
A15.35kg
B17.1kg
Weight without stand
A14.88kg
B16.7kg
All 159 fields
Every value links to where we found it.


General
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Series
Model numbers
GTIN / EAN
87188630458552Maker spec sheet (PDF)documents.philips.com/assets/20250205/1928ee1028294d95a85cb27b01273fb4.pdfRead 5 October 2026
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Announced
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Status
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Predecessor
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Successor
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Launch price (US)
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Launch price (EU)
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Markets
Colours
Segment
Model year
Display
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Screen size class
Sizes covered
Viewable size
Not available
Native resolution
Pixel density (size class)
67.8ppi
67.8ppi
Screen surface
Not available
Anti-reflection coating
Not available
Not available
Panel
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Display type
Display type (as published)
Panel type
Not available
Backlight
Local dimming
Not available
Local dimming zones
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Panel maker
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Panel generation
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Subpixel layout
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Native colour depth
Not available
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Native panel refresh rate
Not available
DCI-P3 coverage (claimed)
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Rec. 2020 coverage (claimed)
Not available
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Peak HDR brightness (claimed)
Not available
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HDR and picture
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HDR formats
HDR10+, HLG1Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/gapi/v1/bridge/cacheable/bridge-dataRead 13 October 2026Row lists HDR 10+ Support, HLG Yes and Quantum HDR. HDR10 alone and Dolby Vision are not stated, so only HDR10+ and HLG are stored. RTINGS says there is no Dolby Vision.9Reviewrtings.com/tv/reviews/samsung/q7f-2025Read 13 October 2026Public introduction: supports HDR10+, no Dolby Vision.
Filmmaker Mode
Not available
HGiG
Not available
Picture processor
Motion interpolation
Not available
Black frame insertion
Not available
Not available
Ambient light sensor
Yes1Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/gapi/v1/bridge/cacheable/bridge-dataRead 13 October 2026Eco Sensor Yes. Samsung defines the Eco Sensor as measuring ambient room light, see the separate Samsung India Eco Sensor source.8Maker product pagesamsung.com/in/support/tv-audio-video/what-is-eco-sensor-in-samsung-h-series-tvRead 13 October 2026Samsung India support page, terminology only: the Eco Sensor measures the amount of existing room light and adjusts the picture brightness. It is written for an H-series TV, so no sensor location or H-series specification is inherited. The exact SKU API row separately lists Eco Sensor Yes.
Calibration software
Not available
Samsung Smart Calibration (Basic)1Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/gapi/v1/bridge/cacheable/bridge-dataRead 13 October 2026Smart Calibration Basic.
Motion and gaming
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Maximum accepted refresh rate per resolution and input
APhilips PUS8500
| Resolution | HDMI |
|---|---|
| 3840 × 2160Native | 60Hz8-bit, 4:4:4 |
| 2560 × 1440 | 60Hz |
| 1920 × 1080 | 60Hz |
BSamsung Q7F (2025)
| Resolution | HDMI |
|---|---|
| 3840 × 2160Native | 60Hz |
Maximum accepted refresh rate
60Hz
60Hz
Maximum accepted refresh rate at 4K
60Hz
60Hz
Adaptive sync
Not available
VRR range per input
APhilips PUS8500
| Input | Min (Hz) | Max (Hz) |
|---|---|---|
| HDMI | 48 | 60 |
BSamsung Q7F (2025)
Not availableLow framerate compensation
Not available
Not available
Dolby Vision gaming
Auto game mode (ALLM)
Game menu features
Input lag (claimed)
Not available
Not available
Measured
None of 25 known
Input lag (measured)
Not available
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Input lag at 4K 60 Hz (measured)
Not available
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Input lag at 4K 120 Hz (measured)
Not available
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Input lag at 4K 144 Hz (measured)
Not available
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SDR brightness in a real scene (measured)
Not available
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HDR brightness in a real scene (measured)
Not available
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HDR brightness per window (measured)
Not available
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HDR peak brightness (measured)
Not available
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Full-screen HDR brightness (measured)
Not available
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Contrast ratio (measured)
Not available
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Contrast with local dimming (measured)
Not available
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Infinite contrast (measured)
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DCI-P3 coverage (measured)
Not available
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Rec. 2020 coverage (measured)
Not available
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Colour volume at 1,000 nits (measured)
Not available
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Colour volume at 10,000 nits (measured)
Not available
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Colour accuracy (measured Delta E)
Not available
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Gray uniformity deviation (measured)
Not available
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Colour shift angle (measured)
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Reflections (measured)
Not available
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Total pixel response time (measured)
Not available
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PWM flicker frequency (measured)
Not available
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VRR range (measured)
Not available
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4:4:4 chroma (measured)
Not available
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Power use SDR (measured)
Not available
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Smart platform
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Smart platform
OS at launch
Latest OS
Not available
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OS upgrade support period
Not available
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Chipset
Not available
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RAM
Not available
Not available
Total internal storage
Not available
Voice assistants
Hands-free microphone
Not available
Not available
Casting
Not available
AirPlay 21Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/gapi/v1/bridge/cacheable/bridge-dataRead 13 October 2026Apple AirPlay Yes. The AirPlay generation is taken from the Samsung US AirPlay page, see the separate source.7Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/support/answer/ANS10005274Read 13 October 2026Samsung US AirPlay instructions state AirPlay 2 on supported 2018-2025 TV models. The exact SKU API row says Apple AirPlay Yes.
Smart home
Art or ambient mode
Not available
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Tuners
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Tuners
DVB-T, DVB-T2, DVB-C, DVB-S, DVB-S22Maker spec sheet (PDF)documents.philips.com/assets/20250205/1928ee1028294d95a85cb27b01273fb4.pdfRead 5 October 2026
Tuners per broadcast standard
Not available
Antenna inputs
APhilips PUS8500
| Type | Count |
|---|---|
| Terrestrial and cable | 1 |
| Satellite | 1 |
BSamsung Q7F (2025)
| Type | Count |
|---|---|
| Terrestrial and cable | 1 |
CI+ slot
Not available
Record to USB
No11Retailer pageelgiganten.se/product/tv-ljud-smart-hem/tv-tillbehor/tv/philips-65-pus8500-4k-qled-smart-tv-2025/914101Read 7 October 2026Exact model recording/playback table explicitly PVR via USB Nej. Independent actual 65 Which public PVR No corroborates. Manual HD+ satellite recording restriction applies only to operator application and is not used as general recording proof.12Reviewwhich.co.uk/reviews/televisions/philips-65pus8500-12Read 7 October 2026Public spec text for exact 65PUS8500/12 explicitly PVR No and Twin tuner PVR No. Premium test results and review remain locked, not accessed. Supports no USB recording along with exact retailer table.
Broadcast platforms
Not available
Audio
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Physical speaker channels
Physical speaker drivers
Not available
Total built-in speaker power
Up-firing speakers
Not available
Not available
Audio formats
Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital, DTS:X, MP3, AAC2Maker spec sheet (PDF)documents.philips.com/assets/20250205/1928ee1028294d95a85cb27b01273fb4.pdfRead 5 October 2026Exact Sound Codec names Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital and DTS:X. Music Playback Formats explicitly names MP3 and AAC. WAV/FLAC have no exact audio-format options and are not remapped to PCM.
Not available
eARC passthrough
Not available
Audio features
IntelliSound, Room Calibration2Maker spec sheet (PDF)documents.philips.com/assets/20250205/1928ee1028294d95a85cb27b01273fb4.pdfRead 5 October 2026
Bluetooth headphones
Connectivity
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Video inputs
APhilips PUS8500
| Type | Port | Count | Max refresh rate at 4K (Hz) | eARC | HDCP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HDMI | HDMI 1 | 1 | 60 | Yes | 2.3 |
| HDMI | HDMI 2 and 3 | 2 | 60 | No | 2.3 |
BSamsung Q7F (2025)
| Type | Version | Count | Max refresh rate at 4K (Hz) |
|---|---|---|---|
| HDMI | 2.0 | 3 | 60 |
Source1Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/gapi/v1/bridge/cacheable/bridge-dataRead 13 October 2026HDMI 3 ports, each accepting 4K 60Hz. The HDMI 2.0 revision comes from RTINGS. Link bandwidth is not stated. Which port is eARC is not stated.9Reviewrtings.com/tv/reviews/samsung/q7f-2025Read 13 October 2026Public gaming text: limited to HDMI 2.0 bandwidth on three ports and 4K at 60Hz only.
HDMI ports
3
3
HDMI ports with 4K 120 Hz
0
0
Highest HDMI version
Not available
2.0
Maximum HDMI link bandwidth
Not available
Not available
HDMI features
USB peripheral ports
APhilips PUS8500
| Connector | USB version | Count |
|---|---|---|
| USB-A | 2.0 | 2 |
BSamsung Q7F (2025)
| Connector | Count |
|---|---|
| USB-A | 1 |
Ethernet speed
Not available
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi bands
Not available
Bluetooth
Optical out
Headphone out
Not available
Remote
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Remote control
Remote connection
Remote power
Solar and USB-C1Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/gapi/v1/bridge/cacheable/bridge-dataRead 13 October 2026Accessory row names remote TM2560E. The Samsung manual describes the Smart Remote with solar cell, charged through its USB-C port, see the manual source.4Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202511/20251114050053001/BN81-27185A-670_EUG_ROPATSCF_NA_ENG-US_251022.0.pdfRead 13 October 2026The Smart Remote with solar cell can be charged by the bottom USB-C port or by exposing the solar cell. The datasheet source names TM2560E as the solar-cell model.6Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.syndigo.com/asset/072162bd-c535-4c65-91bb-1b29927cfb4d/original.pdfRead 13 October 2026Same datasheet: power supply solar-cell and USB charging for TM2560E.
Voice button on remote
Pointer remote
Not available
Not available
Stand and mounting
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Stand
Stand installation positions
Not available
21Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/gapi/v1/bridge/cacheable/bridge-dataRead 13 October 2026Rows give a Stand (Basic) distance between stand ends of 40.4 inch and a Stand (Minimum) distance of 12 inch, so two installation widths.3Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/EM/202504/20250404044515001/BN68-20974A-00_IG_Q7FA%20Flat%20feet%2043-65inch_ZA%20ZC_L02_250122.0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Page 1 step 3 and step 4 show the 55 to 65 inch stand fitted in position A or position B on the TV underside, which matches the wide and narrow stand end distances in the API row.
Stand height adjustment
Not available
Space under the screen
Not available
Not available
Distance between feet
Not available
Stand footprint
Not available
Width1,026.16Depth267.4mm(40.4 × 10.5 in)1Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/gapi/v1/bridge/cacheable/bridge-dataRead 13 October 2026Wide position width from the 40.4 inch stand end distance. Depth 267.4 mm from the installation guide stand depth F, since the API lists only inches.3Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/EM/202504/20250404044515001/BN68-20974A-00_IG_Q7FA%20Flat%20feet%2043-65inch_ZA%20ZC_L02_250122.0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Stand depth F 10.5 inches (267.4 mm) for 65 inch.
VESA mount
400 x 3001Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/gapi/v1/bridge/cacheable/bridge-dataRead 13 October 2026VESA Spec 400 x 300 mm. Screw Size M8.3Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/EM/202504/20250404044515001/BN68-20974A-00_IG_Q7FA%20Flat%20feet%2043-65inch_ZA%20ZC_L02_250122.0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Wall-mount table row 65Q7F: 400 x 300 mm, M8 screws, depth 19-21 mm.
VESA screw
Wall mount included
OLED care
None of 3 known
OLED care
Not available
Not available
Burn-in covered by warranty
Not available
Not available
Burn-in warranty length
Not available
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Dimensions and weight
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Dimensions with stand
Width1,446Height900Depth322mm(56.9 × 35.4 × 12.7 in)2Maker spec sheet (PDF)documents.philips.com/assets/20250205/1928ee1028294d95a85cb27b01273fb4.pdfRead 5 October 2026Exact 65-inch complete stand-included leaflet W x H x D. No mounting position count or adjustable height is inferred.
Width1,452.9Height879.5Depth267.4mm(57.2 × 34.6 × 10.5 in)3Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/EM/202504/20250404044515001/BN68-20974A-00_IG_Q7FA%20Flat%20feet%2043-65inch_ZA%20ZC_L02_250122.0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Column A width 1452.9 mm, column D height 879.5 mm and stand depth F 267.4 mm. The API figure 57.2 x 34.6 x 10.5 inch agrees. Column E (904.5 mm) is not used.
Dimensions without stand
Width1,446Height838Depth91mm(56.9 × 33 × 3.6 in)2Maker spec sheet (PDF)documents.philips.com/assets/20250205/1928ee1028294d95a85cb27b01273fb4.pdfRead 5 October 2026Exact 65-inch complete leaflet W x H x D. Higher-tier thinness or other-size chassis values are excluded.
Width1,452.9Height834Depth60.6mm(57.2 × 32.8 × 2.4 in)3Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/EM/202504/20250404044515001/BN68-20974A-00_IG_Q7FA%20Flat%20feet%2043-65inch_ZA%20ZC_L02_250122.0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Page 2 table, row 65Q7F, columns A, B and C: 1452.9 x 834.0 x 60.6 mm. The same row serves the 65QEF1 sibling.
Thinnest depth
Not available
Not available
Weight with stand
Weight without stand
Power
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Power supply
On-mode power in SDR (EU label)
Not available
On-mode power in HDR (EU label)
Not available
Maximum operating power
Not available
Standby power
Networked standby
Not available
EU energy class SDR
Not available
EU energy class HDR
Not available
Energy per 1000 h SDR
Not available
Certifications
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Picture certifications
Not available
Not available
ENERGY STAR
Not available
Not available
Other certifications
FSC-certified cardboard packaging, Wi-Fi Certified8Maker spec sheet (PDF)documents.philips.com/assets/20250205/1928ee1028294d95a85cb27b01273fb4.pdfRead 7 October 2026Exact-model Sustainability highlight explicitly packaging from FSC-certified cardboard. Certification scope is packaging, not the TV display or entire product.14Owner's manualdocuments.philips.com/assets/20250204/ae9055c8bde34aa9bb54b27a0062936e.pdfRead 7 October 2026Printed 62 Multimedia explicitly This TV is Wi-Fi Certified device. Covered 65PUS8500 listed on guide cover. Certification number not published. Packaging FSC certification retained with separate primary leaflet scope.
Not available
In the box
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In the box
Two AAA batteries, Safety and legal booklet, Remote control, Tabletop stand, Power cord, Quick Use Guide2Maker spec sheet (PDF)documents.philips.com/assets/20250205/1928ee1028294d95a85cb27b01273fb4.pdfRead 5 October 2026
Samsung Smart Remote TM2560E, Stand, Power cable, Cable holder, Simple User Guide, Remote control guide, Regulatory Guide3Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/EM/202504/20250404044515001/BN68-20974A-00_IG_Q7FA%20Flat%20feet%2043-65inch_ZA%20ZC_L02_250122.0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Page 1 lists the Samsung Smart Remote, power cable, cable holder, simple user guide, remote control guide and regulatory guide. The stand is shown in the assembly steps.
Links
Not compared
Product page
www.philips.co.uk/c-p/65PUS8500_12/qled-4k-ambilight-tv1Maker product pagephilips.co.uk/c-p/65PUS8500_12/qled-4k-ambilight-tvRead 5 October 2026Full current production manufacturer product page opened successfully. Its current production support route returned 404/error shells. Official indexed legacy support was used only to locate original public documents.philips.com PDF files, whose model covers and exact tables were independently checked.
Spec sheet
www.documents.philips.com/assets/20250205/1928ee1028294d95a85cb27b01273fb4.pdf2Maker spec sheet (PDF)documents.philips.com/assets/20250205/1928ee1028294d95a85cb27b01273fb4.pdfRead 5 October 2026Original exact 65PUS8500/12 English commercial leaflet, issue February 9, 2026. Entire spec tables were read and rendered. Higher-tier PUS9000 or newer PQS9001 features are not inherited.
Not available
Manual
www.documents.philips.com/assets/20250204/ae9055c8bde34aa9bb54b27a0062936e.pdf3Owner's manualdocuments.philips.com/assets/20250204/ae9055c8bde34aa9bb54b27a0062936e.pdfRead 5 October 2026Original English 8500 Series guide cover explicitly includes 65PUS8500. All stored claims were read from the actual original document, alongside original QSG and leaflet. Generic size inventory is not used to add variants.
downloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202511/20251114050053001/BN81-27185A-670_EUG_ROPATSCF_NA_ENG-US_251022.0.pdf4Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202511/20251114050053001/BN81-27185A-670_EUG_ROPATSCF_NA_ENG-US_251022.0.pdfRead 13 October 2026North American ATSC English user manual BN81-27185A-670, linked in the exact SKU Support list.
EPREL registration number
Not available
Warranty
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Manufacturer warranty (source market)











