TVs / Sony BRAVIA 8 II vs Samsung QN990F
Sony BRAVIA 8 II vs Samsung QN990F
Sony BRAVIA 8 II
Sony's brightest OLED yet, built around Acoustic Surface Audio+ and a new 3rd-gen QD-OLED panel.
Wins overall by 0.1 points
Quick Verdict
Too close to call on score alone: 0.1 points separate them. Sony's brightest OLED yet, built around Acoustic Surface Audio+ and a new 3rd-gen QD-OLED panel. The Samsung QN990F answers with a different set of strengths, so let the categories below decide it.
The Sony BRAVIA 8 II and Samsung QN990F are both closely matched TV models, and the Sony BRAVIA 8 II is $2,201 cheaper than the Samsung QN990F ($3,299 vs $5,499.99). On Connectivity, the Samsung QN990F leads (9.0 vs 7.0/10) — HDMI 2.1 port count and other I/O for consoles and soundbars. On Value, the Sony BRAVIA 8 II leads (6.5 vs 4.5/10) — performance and features relative to price. On Built-in Sound, the Sony BRAVIA 8 II leads (8.8 vs 7.0/10) — onboard speaker power, clarity, and Dolby Atmos support. Overall, the Sony BRAVIA 8 II scores 8.2/10 across our 8 scoring categories versus 8.1/10 for the Samsung QN990F, though the gap is close enough that your specific use case should decide it. Below, we break down the full spec sheet, category-by-category scores, and exactly who should buy which one.
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Spec | Sony BRAVIA 8 II | Samsung QN990F |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $3299.00 | $5499.99 |
| Release Year | 2026 | 2025 |
| Screen Size (in) | 65 | 65 |
| Panel Type | 3rd-Gen QD-OLED (Sony custom heatsink + XR processing) | Neo QLED 8K Mini LED (Quantum Mini LED) |
| Resolution | 3840x2160 (4K UHD) | 7680x4320 (8K UHD) |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 1584 | Not independently confirmed |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 120 | Not independently confirmed |
| Processor | Cognitive Processor XR | NQ8 AI Gen3 Processor |
| HDMI 2.1 Ports (ports) | 2 | Not independently confirmed |
| HDR Formats | Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG | HDR10+, HDR10, HLG |
| Smart Platform | Google TV | Tizen (Samsung Vision AI, One UI Tizen) |
| Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in Audio System | Acoustic Surface Audio+, 2.2ch, 50W (2 actuators + 2 subwoofers) | Not officially specified |
| Built-in Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes |
| Warranty | 12 months | 12 months |
| Colors | Black | Black |
Category Scores
Picture Quality
The Sony BRAVIA 8 II is marginally ahead, 9.5 to 9.3. A gap this small rarely decides a purchase on its own, though it counts if panel technology, contrast, and color accuracy is your priority.
Brightness & HDR
The Samsung QN990F leads clearly here, 9.7 against 8.3 — a 1.4-point margin on peak nits and HDR format support for highlight detail. If that is what you are buying for, the Sony BRAVIA 8 II does not close the gap elsewhere.
Gaming Features
The Sony BRAVIA 8 II is marginally ahead, 8.3 to 8.0. A gap this small rarely decides a purchase on its own, though it counts if refresh rate, VRR, input lag, and console support is your priority.
Smart Platform
The Samsung QN990F is marginally ahead, 8.7 to 8.5. A gap this small rarely decides a purchase on its own, though it counts if OS responsiveness, app ecosystem, and voice assistant support is your priority.
Built-in Sound
The Sony BRAVIA 8 II leads clearly here, 8.8 against 7.0 — a 1.8-point margin on onboard speaker power, clarity, and Dolby Atmos support. If that is what you are buying for, the Samsung QN990F does not close the gap elsewhere.
Design & Build
The Sony BRAVIA 8 II is marginally ahead, 9.0 to 8.8. A gap this small rarely decides a purchase on its own, though it counts if panel thinness, bezels, stand/mount options, and finish is your priority.
Connectivity
The Samsung QN990F leads clearly here, 9.0 against 7.0 — a 2.0-point margin on HDMI 2.1 port count and other I/O for consoles and soundbars. If that is what you are buying for, the Sony BRAVIA 8 II does not close the gap elsewhere.
Value
The Sony BRAVIA 8 II leads clearly here, 6.5 against 4.5 — a 2.0-point margin on performance and features relative to price. If that is what you are buying for, the Samsung QN990F does not close the gap elsewhere.
Best For
Choose the Sony BRAVIA 8 II if…
- • Value matters most to you — the Sony BRAVIA 8 II scores 6.5/10 here (performance and features relative to price).
- • Built-in Sound matters most to you — the Sony BRAVIA 8 II scores 8.8/10 here (onboard speaker power, clarity, and Dolby Atmos support).
- • Gaming Features matters most to you — the Sony BRAVIA 8 II scores 8.3/10 here (refresh rate, VRR, input lag, and console support).
- • You want to spend less — it's $2,201 cheaper.
Choose the Samsung QN990F if…
- • Connectivity matters most to you — the Samsung QN990F scores 9.0/10 here (HDMI 2.1 port count and other I/O for consoles and soundbars).
- • Brightness & HDR matters most to you — the Samsung QN990F scores 9.7/10 here (peak nits and HDR format support for highlight detail).
Pros & Cons
Sony BRAVIA 8 II
Pros
- +25% brighter than the outgoing A95L thanks to Sony's 3rd-gen QD-OLED panel
- +Acoustic Surface Audio+ turns the whole panel into a 50W 2.2-channel speaker
- +AI Scene Recognition for real-time picture optimization
- +Google TV smart platform with deep Chromecast/Assistant integration
Cons
- −Maxes out at 4K/120Hz — no 165Hz mode like the LG/Samsung flagships
- −Only 2 of 4 HDMI ports are full-bandwidth HDMI 2.1
- −Available in just 55" and 65" sizes
Samsung QN990F
Pros
- +Samsung's current 8K flagship with the NQ8 AI Gen3 Processor and 8K AI Upscaling Pro
- +Wireless One Connect Box keeps every cable off the wall
- +Available up to a 98" size for true home-theater scale
- +No Dolby Vision, but full HDR10+/HDR10/HLG support
Cons
- −Carried into 2026 without a refresh — same generation as 2025, not a new-for-2026 model
- −Extremely limited native 8K content library
- −Among the most expensive TVs in this comparison set
- −Peak brightness and HDMI 2.1 port count not independently confirmed for this exact 2026 configuration
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FAQs
Is the Sony BRAVIA 8 II or Samsung QN990F better overall?+
Based on our 8-category scoring, the Sony BRAVIA 8 II comes out ahead overall. See the full breakdown in the scores section above — the right pick still depends on which categories matter most for your use case.
Which is better for Connectivity, the Sony BRAVIA 8 II or the Samsung QN990F?+
The Samsung QN990F scores higher on Connectivity (9.0/10 vs 7.0/10) — HDMI 2.1 port count and other I/O for consoles and soundbars.
Which is better for Value, the Sony BRAVIA 8 II or the Samsung QN990F?+
The Sony BRAVIA 8 II scores higher on Value (6.5/10 vs 4.5/10) — performance and features relative to price.
Which is better for Built-in Sound, the Sony BRAVIA 8 II or the Samsung QN990F?+
The Sony BRAVIA 8 II scores higher on Built-in Sound (8.8/10 vs 7.0/10) — onboard speaker power, clarity, and Dolby Atmos support.
Which is better for Brightness & HDR, the Sony BRAVIA 8 II or the Samsung QN990F?+
The Samsung QN990F scores higher on Brightness & HDR (9.7/10 vs 8.3/10) — peak nits and HDR format support for highlight detail.
Is the Sony BRAVIA 8 II worth the price difference over the Samsung QN990F?+
The Sony BRAVIA 8 II is the cheaper option at $3,299 versus $5,499.99. Whether the pricier model is "worth it" depends on how much you value its lead in Connectivity.
What's the warranty on the Sony BRAVIA 8 II vs the Samsung QN990F?+
The Sony BRAVIA 8 II ships with a 12-month warranty; the Samsung QN990F ships with a 12-month warranty. Always confirm current terms on the manufacturer's site before buying.
Should I wait for the next model instead of buying either of these?+
If either model is more than two years old, a successor may be close — check the "Latest Model" link on each product page. Otherwise, both are current, well-supported options and there's no strong reason to wait.
Cheaper Option
Sony BRAVIA 9 II — $3600.00
Premium Option
Samsung S95H — $3299.99
Specifications and prices for both products last verified . Scores are calculated from published specifications — see how we compare products.