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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you frequently watch movies at home and prefer a better overall viewing quality, including better performance in dark rooms, the Samsung Q80C might be the better option for you. However, it is more expensive compared to the Insignia F30. The Samsung Q80C also edges out the Insignia F30 in gaming, sports, and bright room viewing. On the other hand, if you are on a budget and looking for a more affordable option, the Insignia F30 comes at a lower price point. Keep in mind though, this model won’t perform as well in darker environments and the picture quality won't be as good as the Samsung Q80C. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Insignia F30 (LCD)
- The Insignia F30 (LCD) has no clear advantages over the Samsung Q80C (LCD).
Advantages of the Samsung Q80C (LCD)
- Good for bright room
- Very good for gaming
- Good for news, talk, & other TV
- Good for cartoons & animation
- Good for use as monitor
- Good for upscaling
- Very good motion processing
Key differences
Picture Quality
5.6
7.0
4.29/10
CONTRAST
5.55/10
6.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.8/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
LED FALD
IPS
PANEL SUB-TYPE
IPS
The Samsung Q80C (LCD) has good picture quality, while the Insignia F30 (LCD) has poor picture quality.
Movies & TV
5.3
6.1
4.29/10
CONTRAST
5.55/10
5.5/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
4.4/10
5.5/10
UPSCALING
7.0/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
No
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
No
The Samsung Q80C (LCD) is only fair for movies & TV, while the Insignia F30 (LCD) is poor.
The Insignia F30 is considered poor for watching movies and cinematic TV primarily due to low contrast, inadequate black uniformity that reduces the depth of black scenes, and a lack of effective local dimming to enhance contrast in different parts of the screen. On the other hand, while the Samsung Q80C also is only fair in these aspects, it offers better local dimming and black uniformity, leading to improved display of dark scenes, although it still might not satisfy viewers looking for the best cinematic experience.
Sports
6.0
6.8
2.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.0/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
8.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
5.5/10
UPSCALING
7.0/10
5.4/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.5/10
No
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung Q80C (LCD) and Insignia F30 (LCD) are both only fair for sports, though the Samsung Q80C (LCD) is somewhat better.
For sports viewing, the Insignia F30 has a fair reflections score but poor motion processing and response time, which could affect the clarity of fast-moving scenes. In contrast, the Samsung Q80C has poor reflection handling, which can be problematic in bright rooms, but its good motion processing and response time offer smoother action, making it more suitable for dynamic sports content.
Gaming
5.6
8.1
5.8/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
7.8/10
8.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
2.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.0/10
0.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
60.0/100
5.8/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.1/10
The Samsung Q80C (LCD) is very good for gaming, while the Insignia F30 (LCD) is poor.
The Insignia F30's poor gaming performance can be attributed to its lagging response time, making fast-paced scenes appear blurry, whereas the Samsung Q80C provides a far superior gaming experience with its excellent response time and lower input lag, offering smoother motion and quicker reaction time in games. Additionally, the Samsung Q80C's higher refresh rate enhances the gaming fluidity, a feature the Insignia F30 lacks.
Cartoons & Animation
5.9
7.2
5.9/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.3/10
6.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.8/10
5.4/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.5/10
8.1/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
6.5/10
7.5/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
7.0/10
The Samsung Q80C (LCD) is good for cartoons & animation, while the Insignia F30 (LCD) is poor.
The Insignia F30 displays colors poorly out of the box and has a color gamut that struggles with vibrant hues, diminishing the quality of cartoons and animation. Conversely, the Samsung Q80C offers a better color gamut and volume, ensuring that animations look vivid and appealing, with colors that are true-to-life straight out of the box.
News, Talk, & Other TV
5.4
7.2
5.4/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.5/10
5.5/10
UPSCALING
7.0/10
The Samsung Q80C (LCD) is good for news, talk, & other TV, while the Insignia F30 (LCD) is poor.
Due to its poor upscaling and SDR brightness, the Insignia F30 might not provide the best experience for news and talk shows, leading to less clear images and dimmer scenes compared to its potential. In contrast, the Samsung Q80C offers very good upscaling and SDR brightness, enhancing clarity and brightness, which makes it well-suited for such content, despite both TVs having similar colors out of the box and color gamuts.
Bright Room
5.5
7.2
7.2/10
VIEWING ANGLE
7.7/10
5.4/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.5/10
5.6/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.3/10
6.0/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
5.9/10
The Samsung Q80C (LCD) is good for bright room, while the Insignia F30 (LCD) is poor.
The Insignia F30 struggles in bright rooms due to poor SDR and HDR brightness and only fair reflection handling, which means it doesn't get very bright and it can't counteract glare well. Conversely, the Samsung Q80C is suitable for bright rooms because it offers very good SDR brightness, good HDR brightness, and despite poor reflection handling, its overall higher brightness levels help maintain picture quality in well-lit environments..
Cost
$320
$1,298
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Insignia F30 (LCD) has a price of $320 and the Samsung Q80C (LCD) costs $1,298.
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Spec Comparison
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| Insignia F30 (LCD) | Samsung Q80C (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$320 | $1,298 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Insignia | Samsung | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | September 1, 2022 | May 2, 2023 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | 65F301NA23 | QN65Q80C | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 65" | 65" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Fire OS | Tizen | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 6.9/10 | 7.3/10 | |
NextGen Ready | |||
NextGen Ready | No | No | |
HDMI Ports | |||
HDMI Ports | 3 | 4 | |
Coax Ports | |||
Coax Ports | 1 | 1 | |
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Picture Quality Score | |||
Picture Quality Score | 5.7/10 | 7/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 5.6/10 | 7.3/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.6/10 | 8.2/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 5.4/10 | 6.2/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.1/10 | 6.9/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 33.5" x 57.6" x 3.6" | 32.6" x 56.9" x 1.8" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 35.4" x 57.6" | 35.1" x 56.9" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 46.3 lbs | Unknown | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 400 x 300 | 400 x 300 | |
DISPLAY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Color Depth | |||
Color Depth | 10 bit | 10 bit | |
Black Frame Insertion | |||
Black Frame Insertion | No | Yes | |
Auto Low Latency Mode | |||
Auto Low Latency Mode | No | Yes | |
Contrast | |||
Contrast | 4.3/10 | 5.6/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 3/10 | 5.7/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.0 | 2.2 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 24 W | 40 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | No | |
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Michael Gowan | August 2021
"Still one of the best bargain TVs. The best feature remains its quick and responsive implementation of Fire TV OS and all the goodies that come with it. Having Alexa inside the Insignia 4K Ultra HD Fire TV Edition brings a lot of value, from voice control of TV functions to access to your smart home devices."
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About Insignia
Insignia is an in-house brand from BestBuy. It offers a range of TV sets that are lower-end and smaller size. They are manufactured in China by Hisense, which is another TV brand. Insignia TVs use Amazon's Fire OS as the smart TV software, providing users with a highly user-friendly experience.
About Samsung
Samsung, a South Korean electronics manufacturer, holds the title of being the largest global TV vendor in terms of units sold. They offer a diverse lineup of TV products that cater to various budget ranges. A notable achievement in recent years is the development of Quantum Dots, a technology that enhances color reproduction, resulting in richer and more vibrant hues. Samsung TVs are well-regarded for their high manufacturing quality and user-friendly software, making them an excellent choice for consumers seeking an intuitive viewing experience.
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