Samsung R95H: Good, But Not Great Picture

Samsung's Micro RGB R95H television, priced at $3,200 for a 65-inch model, offers a user-friendly setup process and a minimalist remote, but does not deliver the expected vibrant colors and fine-tuned picture quality.

Despite advancements in micro RGB technology, the R95H exhibits minor bugs with streaming apps and its anti-glare technology can make content appear subdued. Competitors like LG's Micro RGB Evo offer superior picture quality and more precise controls, making the R95H's performance less impressive for its cost.

Connectivity is robust, featuring four HDMI ports (including one for gaming and eARC), coaxial, USB, and Ethernet. The TV utilizes Wi-Fi 6E for faster wireless speeds. An optional Wireless One Connect box can further enhance connectivity and reduce cable clutter.

Samsung's Tizen OS powers the R95H, which some users may find less intuitive than alternatives like Google TV. The included remote, however, is praised for its simplicity and ease of use, offering fewer buttons than many competitors, although it lacks backlighting. Voice assistants like Bixby and Alexa are integrated.

In performance tests, the R95H met color gamut specifications but did not match the outstanding results of the LG Micro RGB Evo, particularly in rendering subtle skin tone variations. Picture modes offered limited improvement, and the anti-glare tech sometimes muted the overall visual impact, making scenes appear flat or washed out.

While the R95H performs adequately for gaming with its 120Hz refresh rate support and low latency, and showcases impressive clarity for news broadcasts thanks to its anti-glare features, its color rendition for movies and general content does not live up to the promise of micro RGB technology, especially when compared to higher-performing rivals.