Samsung WA65C
Score: 77/100
Smart Technologies M586-V5-P
Score: 84/100Rankings
The SMART Board M586-V5-P is an 86-inch 4K interactive display with octa-core Android 13 computing, 40-point IR touch and a rich set of connectivity options, targeting enterprise and education environments.
The Samsung Interactive Display WA series offers an 86" 4K Android 13 panel with up to 40-point IR touch, Direct LED technology, Wi-Fi 6, and extensive connectivity including HDMI, USB-C and OPS slot. It provides a bright, large-format collaborative surface but is very heavy and power-hungry.
| Attribute | Samsung WA65C | |
|---|---|---|
86 inchesbest | 86 inchesbest | |
400 nitsbest | 400 nitsbest | |
1,200best | — | |
60 Hzbest | 60 Hzbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 8 msbest | 8 msbest |
40best | 40best | |
72 %best | — | |
4 | 5best |
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| Attribute | Samsung WA65C | |
|---|---|---|
Display(1) | ||
Panel Type | Direct LED | LCD |
Connectivity(2) | ||
HDMI Ports | 4 | 5 |
USB Ports | 5 | 12 |
Power & Energy(2) | ||
Power Consumption (W) | 409 W | 149 W |
Standby Power (W) | 0.5 W | 0.2 W |
Warranty(1) | ||
Warranty Period (years) | 5 years | 3 years |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Weight (kg) | 124.3 kg | 68.04 kg |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers praise the WA series for its seamless Google integration, real-time annotation and robust connectivity, but note the heavy weight of larger models and the lack of enterprise-grade Android management.
Everyday users highlight the intuitive Android interface, responsive multi-touch and bright display, while expressing concerns about the heavy weight of larger models and limited RAM on older units.
Professional reviewers would likely commend the M086-V5 for its enterprise readiness, noting TAA compliance, robust remote-management features and the high-capacity, responsive touch system, while pointing out the lack of an OPS slot and the cumbersome weight.
Everyday users appreciate the vivid 4K display, the ability for many participants to interact simultaneously, and the out-of-the-box annotation tools, but are frustrated by the unit's heft, limited speaker output and occasional confusion over mounting specs.
