Samsung QN90B died – repair or upgrade? (83" OLED, future 5.1.4/7.1.4 & Hue setup)

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Hi everyone,

My Samsung QN90B 75" recently stopped working (no power at all). It's currently being repaired, but while I wait I'd like to get some opinions on whether it even makes sense to keep it or use this as an opportunity to upgrade my entire setup.

Current setup

  • Samsung QN90B 75"
  • Samsung HW-Q935
  • Philips Hue Sync TV app
  • Philips Hue Play Gradient Lightstrip (75")
  • Wall-mounted TV

Room

  • Main viewing distance: ~3.5 m (11.5 ft)
  • Closest seat: ~2 m (6.5 ft)
  • U-shaped seating
  • Two small windows opposite the TV (about 7 m away)
  • Large open passage to the dining room on the left with another window

Usage

  • Netflix and other streaming services
  • Movies
  • PS5 gaming
  • Mostly watching between 4 PM and 2 AM

TV prices available to me (83")

  • LG C5 – €2,300
  • LG C6 – €3,200
  • LG G5 – €3,300
  • LG G6 – €4,900
  • Samsung S90F – €2,139
  • Samsung S95F – €3,640

1. Should I repair or upgrade?

Would you keep the QN90B if it comes back fully repaired, or is moving to an 83" OLED a significant enough upgrade to justify the cost?

2. Which TV would you buy?

Considering the prices above, which would you choose and why? I'm especially interested in real-world experience 😄

3. Hue lighting

Since I'll likely stay with TVs that support the Hue Sync app, I'd also like to improve my lighting setup.

The TV wall is about 5 meters (16.5 ft) wide. Besides the Hue Gradient Lightstrip, what would you recommend?

  • Floor lamps?
  • Wall washers?
  • Hue Play Bars?
  • Other lighting ideas?

I'd love to see photos if anyone has a similar setup.

Thanks in advance! 😄

Posted Jul 13, 2026, 4:25 PM UTC

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