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If you have bought a 2018 model Samsung UHDTV (Q6FN, Q7FN, Q8FN, Q9FN, NU8000), and would like to make use of FreeSync through a PC or Xbox S or One X, it's now possible. A new firmware is out, bringing Freesync support towards four models.
The firmware update has build number 1103 and is available for the models Q6FN, Q7FN, Q8FN, Q9FN and NU8000. Over time you'll be automatically updated if not then go into the menu and you can force a manual firmware check, which should spot and install v1103.
The new update brings FreeSync support towards these TVs, offering a variable refresh rate, and thus more stutter free + tearing-free gaming experience. These Samsung models have a true 120Hz refresh rate, making this possible, there is one remark though, FreeSync only gets supported at 1920x1080p (Full HD), ergo it is not (yet) working with Ultra HD. Freesync support for Samsung TVs was announced in April. The televisions can show a refresh rate of 120 Hz with the update, although this is only possible at 1080p resolution. The function is not available at 4k. I have yet to check it out myself, but the new update might have brought HDMI 2.1 support as well.
Samsung also further reduced input lag on its 2018 TVs, down to 15ms in the game mode. It is expected to be “less than 7 ms” in VRR mode. In addition, Samsung would implement ‘Fast FRC’ (frame rate compensation), allowing users to use Samsung’s motion compensation system together with a game console for an average of 24ms input lag. Fast FRC is supported by the NU8000 and the 2018 “QLED” LCDs.
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#5549642 Posted on: 05/24/2018 11:40 AM
Yep it could. I have 2 LG OLEDs and would love them to have a freesync firmware update.
This could be a big thing for FreeSync if others follow. 
Yep it could. I have 2 LG OLEDs and would love them to have a freesync firmware update.
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#5549650 Posted on: 05/24/2018 11:58 AM
Big format game displays are going to be a big thing for PC users. Nvidia need to get their act together and make Gsync free. Otherwise Freesync will continue to gain more traction and its going to hurt Nvidia when users take into account both the GPU and display when buying or upgrading.
Big format game displays are going to be a big thing for PC users. Nvidia need to get their act together and make Gsync free. Otherwise Freesync will continue to gain more traction and its going to hurt Nvidia when users take into account both the GPU and display when buying or upgrading.
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#5549659 Posted on: 05/24/2018 12:22 PM
Don't forget Nvidia would also have to open source it as well. I think that ship has sailed. Since both MS and Intel have adopted Freesync/VRR/Adaptive Sync depending on what you want to call it. Freesync built into Xbox. Intel igpu will be AMD.
Big format game displays are going to be a big thing for PC users. Nvidia need to get their act together and make Gsync free. Otherwise Freesync will continue to gain more traction and its going to hurt Nvidia when users take into account both the GPU and display when buying or upgrading.
Don't forget Nvidia would also have to open source it as well. I think that ship has sailed. Since both MS and Intel have adopted Freesync/VRR/Adaptive Sync depending on what you want to call it. Freesync built into Xbox. Intel igpu will be AMD.
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#5549665 Posted on: 05/24/2018 12:34 PM
Wow that's a really good and cool move!
Sadly, Nvidia will not open up or make Gsync open source. I'd be very surprised but that's actually bad for their business. They'd rather risk less sales than giving it all away, locking you down with your purchases either with having a BFG display first, or more likely, a Nvidia GPU before you get the other one. That's what they already did with Gsync monitors, and it has worked for them so far as it seems. That competition will only land if the next console generation (both XB and PS!) supports Freesync, THEN they really have a problem, and then they still can just say they support both Gsync and Freesync, not opening up anything at all. Because technically they can support both without even doing much work, and that's what looks the most likely to me.
Wow that's a really good and cool move!
Sadly, Nvidia will not open up or make Gsync open source. I'd be very surprised but that's actually bad for their business. They'd rather risk less sales than giving it all away, locking you down with your purchases either with having a BFG display first, or more likely, a Nvidia GPU before you get the other one. That's what they already did with Gsync monitors, and it has worked for them so far as it seems. That competition will only land if the next console generation (both XB and PS!) supports Freesync, THEN they really have a problem, and then they still can just say they support both Gsync and Freesync, not opening up anything at all. Because technically they can support both without even doing much work, and that's what looks the most likely to me.
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#5549667 Posted on: 05/24/2018 12:35 PM
As soon as there is a 4K HDR high variable HIGH refresh rate TV for an affordable price I stop using my PC monitor for gaming and get a compatible graphic card for that tv (unless that gpu it's 20-30% worse than the competition).
Variable refresh rate is a one way trip.
As soon as there is a 4K HDR high variable HIGH refresh rate TV for an affordable price I stop using my PC monitor for gaming and get a compatible graphic card for that tv (unless that gpu it's 20-30% worse than the competition).
Variable refresh rate is a one way trip.
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#5549671 Posted on: 05/24/2018 12:45 PM
I really think Nvidia will cash in on Gsync as long as they can. FreeSync will most likely be adopted as the universal choice at some point. Nvidia will then drop Gsync. It would be nice at some point if they worked to combine the two to make something that works wonderfully for all.
They are cashing in on the premium that they charge for Gsync. This will add more pressure.
I really think Nvidia will cash in on Gsync as long as they can. FreeSync will most likely be adopted as the universal choice at some point. Nvidia will then drop Gsync. It would be nice at some point if they worked to combine the two to make something that works wonderfully for all.
They are cashing in on the premium that they charge for Gsync. This will add more pressure.
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#5549678 Posted on: 05/24/2018 01:06 PM
" but the new update might have brought HDMI 2.1 support as well. "
NO
HDMI 2.1 is not supported because it is not HDMI 2.1!
NO 12BIT-16 BIT DEEP COLOER 4:2:0 OR 4:4:4
NO 4K 120HZ
NO full EARC
NO 48Gbps bandwidth
NO
" but the new update might have brought HDMI 2.1 support as well. "
NO
HDMI 2.1 is not supported because it is not HDMI 2.1!
NO 12BIT-16 BIT DEEP COLOER 4:2:0 OR 4:4:4
NO 4K 120HZ
NO full EARC
NO 48Gbps bandwidth
NO
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#5549771 Posted on: 05/24/2018 05:21 PM
is like 2.0+ that is we are giving you something more over 2.0
I wish nvidia would make freeSync possible, that is a shame not to do it.
That would mean kill Gsync i understand.
But still would make the GPU more profitable for everyone.
is like 2.0+ that is we are giving you something more over 2.0
I wish nvidia would make freeSync possible, that is a shame not to do it.
That would mean kill Gsync i understand.
But still would make the GPU more profitable for everyone.
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#5550023 Posted on: 05/25/2018 10:47 AM
Nice move. Even monitors have a much wider choice in Freesync than in G-Sync.
Nice move. Even monitors have a much wider choice in Freesync than in G-Sync.
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#5550025 Posted on: 05/25/2018 10:49 AM
Now if only Nvidia trolls enabled freesync, would really like to test it on my new 144HZ FS monitor too
Now if only Nvidia trolls enabled freesync, would really like to test it on my new 144HZ FS monitor too
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#5550057 Posted on: 05/25/2018 12:31 PM
^Yup, 100% true^
+ That is already happening :p
I want smooth gameplay, i don't care if i have 95-145FPS no G-sync -> i go for 80-120FPS FreeSync
It's no brainer -> kids are clever
Big format game displays are going to be a big thing for PC users. Nvidia need to get their act together and make Gsync free. Otherwise Freesync will continue to gain more traction and its going to hurt Nvidia when users take into account both the GPU and display when buying or upgrading.
^Yup, 100% true^
+ That is already happening :p
I want smooth gameplay, i don't care if i have 95-145FPS no G-sync -> i go for 80-120FPS FreeSync
It's no brainer -> kids are clever
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#5550087 Posted on: 05/25/2018 01:54 PM
I wonder if 2016 Samsung TVs will get this update , still rocking my Samsung KS8000 TV.
I wonder if 2016 Samsung TVs will get this update
, still rocking my Samsung KS8000 TV.
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#5550130 Posted on: 05/25/2018 03:44 PM
this really just underscores AMD's strength in consoles and Samsung's confidence in new generation boxes.
but it's a good thing
this really just underscores AMD's strength in consoles and Samsung's confidence in new generation boxes.
but it's a good thing
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#5550136 Posted on: 05/25/2018 03:52 PM
Doubt it. Even if technically feasible, I think Samsung would prefer you to buy their new 2018 TVs.
I wonder if 2016 Samsung TVs will get this update , still rocking my Samsung KS8000 TV.
, still rocking my Samsung KS8000 TV.Doubt it. Even if technically feasible, I think Samsung would prefer you to buy their new 2018 TVs.
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This could be a big thing for FreeSync if others follow.