What do Samsung TV model number means and why they are long?
Samsung TV model numbers use codes to describe the TVs. Once familiar with the codes you can learn a lot about a particular TV just from glancing at its model code.
Note that the below model codes refer to models sold in ASIA and Middle East.
Using model UA88KS9800KXZN as an example we can see that:
U = LED
A = Produced for Asia and Middle East
88 = Screen size (in inches)
KS = Manufactured in 2016
9800 = Series. This will differ depending on the features for that individual model. You can find out the specifications for a particular model by entering the model code into the search area on the Samsung website.
K = Features or design
XZN = Manufacturing information
See the charts below to see what the other codes mean:
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U |
Q = QLED |
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U = LED |
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P = Plasma |
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L = LCD |
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H = DLP |
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K = OLED |
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A |
N = North America |
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E = Europe |
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A = Asia and Middle East |
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88 |
Size in inches |
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KS |
Model year |
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Q = 2017 QLED |
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MU = 2017 UHD |
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M = 2017 HD |
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KS = 2016 SUHD |
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KU =2016 UHD |
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L = 2015 |
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Example: |
H = 2014 |
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UA88KS9800KXZN |
HU = 2014 UHD |
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F = 2013 |
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E = 2012 |
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D = 2011 |
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C = 2010 |
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B = 2009 |
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A = 2008 |
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9800 |
This number designates the series. The exact specifications of each series will differ by model but generally the higher the series, the higher the specifications on that model. |
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K |
Feature or Design. |
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XZN |
Manufacturing information |
A letter can be added after the model year to indicate a difference in the models.
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Examples: |
2012 |
EH Hybrid LED Model |
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UA40EH5300 |
ES Slim LED Model |
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UA46ES6500 |
2013 |
FH Hybrid LED Model |
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F Slim LED Model |
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