Our verdict
The M70H is a 65-inch 4K Samsung TV with built-in streaming apps and a recorded £619 price. Samsung calls it Mini LED, meaning its backlight uses smaller LEDs, and lists a Micro Dimming contrast feature. That sounds like a promise of strong contrast, but RTINGS found that the 65-inch US model it tested had no local dimming, meaning it could not darken parts of the screen separately, and struggled with glare, dark scenes and fast movement. Samsung lists its three HDMI ports at 4K 60Hz, so it is not built for high-frame-rate gaming. We have not tested the UK model ourselves, so use those findings as a reason to compare real picture quality, not as a measurement of this exact UK unit.
Buy it if
- You want a large Samsung smart TV and find it well below stronger alternatives
- You mainly watch ordinary programmes in a room where you can control the light
- You can check the UK set in person or compare a trustworthy UK-specific test first
Skip it if
- Sunlight or lamps reflect directly on your TV
- You expect deep blacks and sparkling highlights from the Mini LED label
- Clear fast-moving sport or 4K 120Hz gaming is a priority
How it would fit your home
An ordinary evening programme
Samsung's Tizen menus put streaming services in one place, and 65 inches feels generous from the sofa. Check your favourite UK catch-up apps are available on this 2026 model; Samsung described a BBC iPlayer rollout in its customer replies, but availability can change.
A sunny afternoon or dark film
The Mini LED name does not guarantee a bright image or deep blacks. RTINGS found glare and grey-looking dark scenes on its US 65-inch test unit. If your room has big windows or you love films after dark, compare a better-tested alternative at the current price.
A football match or console game
A large screen makes the action easy to see, but RTINGS found blurred fast motion on its tested variant. With HDMI ports listed at 4K 60Hz, it cannot show the 4K 120-frames-a-second mode offered by some games and consoles.
The details, in plain English
What the Mini LED name means for you
Samsung uses smaller backlight LEDs and calls the M70H Mini LED, and lists Mini LED Micro Dimming Supreme for contrast. The US version RTINGS tested had no local dimming: it could not darken different parts of the screen independently, so a bright object in a dark scene did not get the contrast many buyers associate with the name. Confirm how the UK version performs rather than buying from the label.
Motion and gaming
Samsung lists the refresh rate as 50Hz, with a DLG mode it lists at 120Hz, and Motion Xcelerator to smooth movement. The three HDMI ports are listed at 4K 60Hz, so a PS5 or Xbox Series X cannot use its 4K 120Hz mode. ALLM switches the TV to game mode automatically. RTINGS found fast sport and games blurry on its US test unit.
Sound, apps and updates
The 20W 2-channel speakers with OTS Lite, which makes sound follow the action on screen, are basic for this size, so budget for a soundbar; eARC sends full-quality sound to one. Tizen includes the main streaming apps, and Samsung lists seven years of new TV experiences, with security updates to 31 December 2031. It has Wi-Fi 5 and Bluetooth 5.3, and works with Alexa and Google Assistant.
Check the total, then compare
£619 was the recorded price for the exact 65-inch Amazon listing on 20 September 2026. A lower price does not repair glare or blurred motion. Compare a rival in the same size and delivered price before deciding, and check the current seller and stock. If your budget is fixed, a better-tested 55-inch TV may give a more satisfying picture than a larger screen with glare and blur.
Strengths and drawbacks
What it does well
- A 65-inch 4K screen gives programmes and films room to breathe
- Samsung's Tizen apps reduce the need for a separate streaming box
- Samsung lists seven years of new TV experiences and security updates to 31 December 2031
- HDR10+ support and eARC for connecting a soundbar
What to watch out for
- RTINGS found distracting glare and limited brightness on the US 65-inch version
- Dark film scenes looked washed out in that test despite the Mini LED label
- Fast sport and games looked blurry; HDMI ports are listed at 4K 60Hz, so it is not a high-frame-rate gaming choice
- 20W 2-channel speakers are basic for a 65-inch TV
Look past the Mini LED badge. Compare everyday brightness, reflections, dark scenes and moving sport with other 65-inch TVs at the current delivered price.
Make the Samsung M70H easier to live with
Add-ons that answer a drawback we named above. Check compatibility with your exact model before buying.
Solves: 20W 2-channel speakers are basic for a 65-inch TV
Sonos Beam (Gen 2) Reviewed by us
A reviewed dialogue-focused soundbar can address the named weak built-in sound. Judge voices at your normal volume and include its cost before choosing the TV.
Check first: No separate bass box included; use compatible TV ARC/eARC or the manufacturer’s optical adapter. Confirm the TV’s exact outputs and plan the occupied HDMI socket.
Solves: 20W 2-channel speakers are basic for a 65-inch TV
Hisense HS3100 Reviewed by us
A lower-recorded-cost reviewed soundbar with a centre speaker and included subwoofer can help voices and film weight if there is room for the bass box.
Check first: Needs floor space and a separate socket for the bass box. Check HDMI ARC or optical output; the review says it is not a very loud large-room system.
Alternatives we have reviewed
| Product | Our verdict | Price | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
 Samsung M70H (this one) | A 65-inch Samsung to consider only after comparing its picture with other TVs at the same price. | £61965-inch model, Price recorded 20 Sept 2026 | Check price |
 Samsung Q7F | Shortlist the Q7F for everyday television and Samsung's smart features; choose a different model if 4K 120Hz gaming is essential. | £54965-inch model, Price recorded 1 Aug 2026 | Check price |
 Samsung M80H | Useful gaming connections on paper, but the tested picture does not make this an easy recommendation, so compare it in person before you buy. | £999RRP · 65-inch model, RRP recorded 12 Oct 2026 | Check price |
 LG Nano81A | Consider the Nano81A at £479 for everyday viewing and LG's familiar menus, but not as a TV for 4K 120Hz gaming. | £47965-inch model, Price recorded 1 Aug 2026 | Check price |
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Where our findings come from
Research-based assessment, updated 20 September 2026. Samsung’s UK page establishes the UK model and features; RTINGS bought and tested a 65-inch US variant. We have not measured the UK unit, and regional differences remain possible. We have excluded this TV from automatic recommendations until its UK picture performance is better verified.