Price: $2,497.99 $1,397.96
(as of 2026-10-24 04:31 GMT+0000 – Details)
Product Overview
The Samsung 98‑Inch Class 4K Crystal UHD DU9000 Series is a 2024 smart television that combines a massive 98‑inch panel with a 4K resolution backbone. The set runs Samsung’s Tizen operating system, providing direct access to streaming apps, cloud‑gaming services, and a built‑in Alexa voice assistant. Connectivity includes standard HDMI ports for external sources, and a Samsung account is required to unlock the full suite of network‑based smart features. Without signing in, the TV limits operation to external device inputs and over‑the‑air broadcasts where a tuner is present. The large screen size makes it suitable for spacious living rooms or dedicated home‑theater environments where viewing distance can accommodate the 98‑inch diagonal.
Supersize Picture Enhancer and PurColor
The Supersize Picture Enhancer applies AI‑based formulas to reduce noise and increase sharpness specifically for the expansive panel, aiming to keep detail visible even when the image is stretched across a 98‑inch surface. Complementing this, PurColor expands the color gamut beyond traditional RGB, promising more lifelike hues for scenes such as green sports fields or vivid sunsets. Together these technologies target a picture that remains bold and detailed at the TV’s maximum size, though the actual perceptual benefit will depend on source material quality and viewing conditions.
4K Upscaling and Crystal Processor 4K
All incoming content, regardless of native resolution, passes through the Crystal Processor 4K which performs 4K upscaling on a pixel‑by‑pixel basis. The processor also employs 3D color mapping and Adaptive Sound to refine both picture and audio output automatically. This means legacy HD or SD broadcasts, streaming streams, and older media libraries are transformed toward 4K clarity without user intervention. The effectiveness of upscaling varies with the original source’s compression and noise levels; heavily compressed video may still exhibit artifacts after processing.
Motion Xcelerator 120Hz
Motion Xcelerator 120Hz (sometimes marketed as Motion Xcelerator Turbo) drives the panel at up to 120 frames per second, delivering smoother motion for fast‑paced sports, action movies, and gaming. The higher frame rate reduces motion blur and judder, providing a more fluid visual experience when the source can supply 120 fps content or when the TV’s motion interpolation creates intermediate frames. For standard 60 fps or 24 fps material, the TV will still apply motion‑enhancement algorithms, which may introduce the “soap‑opera effect” that some viewers prefer to disable.
Mega Contrast and HDR
Mega Contrast automatically adjusts brightness and contrast on a scene‑by‑scene basis, narrowing the gap between the darkest and brightest areas so that objects stand out more clearly. High Dynamic Range (HDR) support further expands the luminance range, allowing details to emerge in both deep shadows and bright highlights. The TV sets brightness and contrast to what it determines as ideal levels for each frame, which can improve perceived depth in HDR‑mastered content. However, peak brightness on a Crystal UHD panel is lower than on flagship QLED or Neo QLED models, so the HDR impact may be modest in very bright rooms.
Audio: Object Tracking Sound Lite and Q‑Symphony
Object Tracking Sound Lite attempts to match audio cues with on‑screen movement, creating a more immersive soundstage without external speakers. For a more powerful audio experience, Q‑Symphony lets the TV’s built‑in speakers work in concert with a compatible 2020‑2024 Samsung Q‑Series or S‑Series soundbar, merging all channels into a single optimized output. This feature requires the purchase of a qualifying soundbar; without it, the TV relies solely on its internal speakers, which may lack the bass response and spatial separation desired for a true home‑theater feel.
Smart Platform, Gaming Features, and Alexa Integration
Tizen OS supplies a full smart‑TV interface, offering quick access to major streaming services, a web browser, and fitness apps, all navigable via the remote or voice commands through the integrated Alexa assistant. The Game Bar adds gaming‑centric tools such as AI Auto Game Mode, Mini Map Auto Detection, and Virtual Aim Point, plus the ability to change screen aspect ratio on the fly. These functions demand a high‑speed internet connection, active subscriptions to cloud‑gaming platforms, and a compatible controller. The Game Bar UI may be updated without notice, so feature availability can evolve over time.