Samsung is keeping pace with TCL by expanding its line-up of very large TVs, introducing several 98-inch models this year as competition with China's TCL intensifies.
The 98-inch Q80C and 98-inch QN990C, which were launched last year, will continue to be available in 2024, Samsung confirmed. They will this year be joined by the more affordable 98-inch DU9000 and the 98-inch QN90D.
With the launch of these new models, Samsung has significantly expanded its offerings in the 'super-sized' segment. Traditionally, most Samsung TV ranges have maxed out at 85 inches.
The four 98-inch models
DU9000 will be Samsung's most affordable 98-inch TV to date, positioned as a direct competitor to TCL's P-series, which also includes a 98-inch model.
The 98-inch QN90D with miniLED zone dimming is high-end 4K alternative to TCL's 98-inch X955 / QM851G. Samsung is the only brand offering a 98-inch 8K LCD TV, although the QN990C comes with a hefty price tag of $40,000.
Also read: Samsung 2024 TV line-up (with TV compare tool)
98-inch DU9000. Photo: Samsung
All four of Samsung's 98-inch TVs are equipped with LCD panels from TCL CSoT, currently the only manufacturer mass-producing 98-inch panels. Samsung Display no longer produces LCD panels.
Also read: TCL can produce TV panels even larger than 115"
LG and Sony have also recently expanded their lineups to include a 98-inch option, also utilizing TCL panels.
See the table below for specifications and pricing information on Samsung's 98-inch TVs.
Samsung 98-inch TVs
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$40000 (98") |
£35000 (98") |
€40000 (98") |
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