It doesn’t matter if you have an LCD, LED, or QLED TV – a smart TV should be like a rainbow showing all the colors in vivid detail. So, when a blue tint plagues your Samsung TV screen, you know you’re on the losing side of the bargain.
The good news is this is not an isolated case, as a host of users have complained about their Samsung TV screens appearing with a blue hue all over. Before you feel blue yourself, know there are proven hacks you can DIY to fix this issue immediately.
The Samsung TV blue tint issue can be fixed by performing a soft reset, picture reset, firmware update, or factory reset. Check the HDMI connections, turn off the Energy Saving Mode, and replace the faulty backlights.
Indeed, those solutions are a mouthful. In this post, we’re giving you all the details you need to factor in 7 proven keys to Samsung TV blue tint; that way, you can DIY even technical procedures like a pro and finish in a little over an hour.
1. Soft reset the Samsung TV (unplug from the wall outlet).
Difficulty | Very Easy ●○○○○ |
Time to perform fix | < 1 minute |
Number of steps | 2 |
Things you need | Samsung TV |
It’s advisable to perform a soft reset on your Samsung TV whenever an issue emerges while in use. This allows your Samsung TV to shut down its processes and apps, which should help refresh its system and correct any minor issues.
Performing a soft reset is also effective in dealing with various display issues such as Samsung TV blue tint, flickering, horizontal lines, etc. This is especially true when the root cause of the display issue is an error or bug in the TV software.
Unplugging and plugging your Samsung TV back into the wall outlet helps you reseat its power cable. A problematic power supply often results in display issues, so reseating the power cable of your Samsung TV in this way is beneficial to you.
Bear in mind that there is a time factor here, and this is not a simple case of unplugging and plugging your TV. By observing this, you eliminate residual electrical energy and ensure greater success.
Step 1: Shut down your Samsung TV by unplugging its power cable from the wall outlet. |
Step 2: Power on your Samsung TV after 30 seconds by plugging its power cable back into the wall outlet. Note: You have to press the power button on the remote control or the Samsung TV if it doesn’t automatically turn on after plugging its power cable back into the wall outlet. |
2. Check your Samsung TV’s HDMI connections.
Difficulty | Very Easy ●○○○○ |
Time to perform fix | 5 seconds |
Number of steps | 2 |
Things you need | Samsung TV |
If an external input device is connected to your Samsung TV, we recommend checking its HDMI cables and ports on both devices to make sure the connection is secure. After all, a loose HDMI connection is a common cause of blue tint issues.
Even if the connection is secure, it’s possible to encounter display issues on your Samsung TV if your HDMI cables and ports are faulty. You can troubleshoot the problem by reseating the cables, whether due to a loose or faulty HDMI connection.
After securing the HDMI cable to the ports on your Samsung TV and external input device, the blue tint on the display screen should disappear. If this doesn’t fix the issue, the HDMI cable or ports are faulty and must be repaired or replaced.
Additionally, you may have to dust up these cables and the port every now and then. Too much dirt in these connectors can mean the signal won’t be sent effectively giving you poor images and graphics.
Step 1: Unplug the HDMI cable connector from the port of the external input device and your Samsung TV. |
Step 2: Plug the HDMI cable connector back into the port of the external input device and your Samsung TV. Note: Make sure that the HDMI cable connector fits perfectly into the port of both devices. If the connection is loose, reseat the cable repeatedly until it’s tight and secure, or use a new one that doesn’t have a faulty connector. |
Consider checking if the HDMI ports on the Samsung TV and the external input device are dusty so you can clean them properly. The pins on the HDMI cable connector can also get damaged, at which point it already needs to be replaced.
3. Reset your Samsung TV picture settings.
Difficulty | Very Easy ●○○○○ |
Time to perform fix | 15 seconds |
Number of steps | 6 |
Things you need | Samsung TV Samsung TV remote control |
If the Samsung TV blue tint issue persists after using a new HDMI cable, it’s likely the result of a terrible picture settings configuration. You can’t tell if you don’t check and change the picture settings on your Samsung TV.
It’s also possible that someone else in your household changed the settings configuration on your Samsung TV without your knowledge. If you’re unaware of the changes made to your Samsung TV, you should just reset its picture settings.
In this regard, resetting your Samsung TV picture settings is wise as it ensures you’re always dealing with the best picture. Plus, the process is very easy to do.
This action will restore the configuration of your Samsung TV picture settings to the factory defaults. This should fix the blue tint display issue caused by the suspected picture setting misconfiguration.
Step 1: Press home on the TV remote control to show the Samsung Smart Hub on the display screen. |
Step 2: Scroll left/click Settings to access the system settings menu. |
Step 3: Select/click Picture to access the picture settings menu. |
Step 4: Scroll down/click Expert Settings to access the advanced picture settings. |
Step 5: Scroll down/click Reset Picture to restore the default picture settings. |
Step 6: Click Reset to confirm the picture settings reset. |
4. Turn off your TV’s Energy Saving Mode feature.
The Energy Saving Mode feature on Samsung TVs is a built-in power-saving tool that helps reduce power consumption at the expense of performance. This eco-friendly feature can help slash a few bucks from your monthly power bill.
What’s not good about the Energy Saving Mode feature is that it can cause your Samsung TV to misbehave and run into various issues due to power restrictions. Top of the list is the Samsung TV blue tint issue.
If you’re not trying to reduce your electricity bill, we suggest turning this power-saving feature off to maximize your Samsung TV’s performance. This fixes the display issues on your TV and lowers the chances of them emerging again.
Turn off Energy Saving Mode on your Samsung TV:
Difficulty | Very Easy ●○○○○ |
Time to perform fix | 15 seconds |
Number of steps | 6 |
Things you need | Samsung TV Samsung TV remote control |
Step 1: Press home on the TV remote control to show the Samsung Smart Hub on the display screen. |
Step 2: Scroll left/click Settings to access the system settings menu. |
Step 3: Scroll down/click General to access the general settings menu. |
Step 4: Scroll down/click Eco Solution to access the energy-saving options. |
Step 5: Scroll down/click Energy Saving Mode. |
Step 6: Select/click Off to toggle Energy Saving Mode off. |
There are Samsung TVs without a dedicated Energy Saving Mode feature. On these Samsung TV models, you need to turn off individual power-saving tools such as brightness optimization, brightness reduction, and motion lighting.
This way, you not only maximize the TV picture but also minimize power usage. Think of it as you would your smartphone; the brighter your phone is, the more power it gobbles up.
Turn off the power-saving tools on your Samsung TV:
Difficulty | Very Easy ●○○○○ |
Time to perform fix | 20 seconds |
Number of steps | 7 |
Things you need | Samsung TV Samsung TV remote control |
Step 1: Press home on the TV remote control to show the Samsung Smart Hub on the display screen. |
Step 2: Scroll left/click Settings to access the system settings menu. |
Step 3: Scroll down/click General to access the general settings menu. |
Step 4: Scroll down/click Power and Energy Saving to access the power-saving options. |
Step 5: Turn off Brightness Optimization. Note: You’ll know it’s turned off if the circle beside it is grayed out. If it’s still green, this feature is still turned on. |
Step 6: Turn off Brightness Reduction. |
Step 7: Turn off Motion Lighting. |
5. Install the updated Samsung TV firmware version.
One of the likely culprits for the Samsung TV blue tint display issue is the system firmware version installed on the unit. Regarding system firmware, it’s generally accepted that installing the latest versions is often better for your Samsung TV.
A firmware update makes your Samsung TV better equipped with the latest features and compatible with more apps. Plus, it serves as a quick and easy fix for software problems that might be causing your Samsung TV to experience display issues.
You can install the updated firmware version on your Samsung TV by downloading it over the air or through the USB stick method. We only recommend installing the over-the-air update if your WiFi network has a fast and stable connection.
Bear in mind that if you use WiFi to update your TV, you must ensure that the signal doesn’t get lost before the process is over. If it does, you may have to restart the process all over again.
Install the updated firmware version from the internet.
Difficulty | Very Easy ●○○○○ |
Time to perform fix | 20 minutes |
Number of steps | 6 |
Things you need | Samsung TV Samsung TV remote control A working internet connection |
Step 1: Press home on the TV remote control to show the Samsung Smart Hub on the display screen. |
Step 2: Scroll left/click Settings to access the system settings menu. |
Step 3: Scroll down/click Support to access the support menu. |
Step 4: Select/click Software Update to access the firmware update options. |
Step 5: Select/click Update Now. |
Step 6: Wait while your Samsung TV is “Checking for updates.” Download/install the updated firmware version available. |
If the internet connection of your WiFi network is unstable, we suggest switching to the USB stick method to update the firmware version of your Samsung TV. This way, you can download the updated firmware version on your PC slowly but surely.
The process is a bit long but the baby steps provided below should make it all a breeze. Just bear in mind that you need the complete updated software in the USB before you can effectively use it.
Install the updated firmware version with a USB stick.
Difficulty | Easy ●●○○○ |
Time to perform fix | 25 minutes |
Number of steps | 17 |
Things you need | Samsung TV Samsung TV remote control USB stick Laptop or desktop |
Step 1: Press home on the TV remote control to show the Samsung Smart Hub on the display screen. |
Step 2: Scroll left/click Settings to access the system settings menu. |
Step 3: Scroll down/click Support to access the support menu. |
Step 4: Scroll down/click About This TV to access the unit’s specifications. |
Step 5: Keep a note of its model number and current software version for reference. |
Step 6: Use a PC to access the Manuals & Software page for Samsung products, then fill out the search bar with your TV model number to open its download page. |
Step 7: Head to the Firmware/Software section of the download page, then go to the “Upgrade File(USB type)” section and hit Download to continue. |
Step 8: Extract the updated firmware version file to the PC desktop. Note: Don’t rename the updated firmware version file because your Samsung TV won’t be able to recognize it. |
Step 9: Plug a USB stick into your PC and move the updated firmware version file in there. |
Step 10: Unplug the USB stick from the PC and plug it into the Samsung TV. |
Step 11: Press home on the TV remote control to show the Samsung Smart Hub on the display screen. |
Step 12: Scroll left/click Settings to access the system settings menu. |
Step 13: Scroll down/click Support to access the support menu. |
Step 14: Select/click Software Update to access the firmware update options. |
Step 15: Select/click Update Now. |
Step 16: Select Yes to browse the USB stick for the updated firmware version file. |
Step 17: Select Yes to install the updated firmware version stored in the USB stick. |
6. Restore the factory defaults on your Samsung TV.
Sometimes, the firmware update isn’t enough to fix the Samsung TV blue tint display issue. In such cases, we recommend performing a factory reset instead, which restores everything on your Samsung TV back to the default factory configurations.
WARNING: A factory reset deletes your personal files and the TV settings. It’s best, therefore, that you save your files and TV preferences before the process or you can lose them all for good. |
While this action is more effective, it also has its downside. Unlike a firmware update, the factory reset process wipes your Samsung TV clean by removing your account data, settings configuration, and installed applications.
The data wipe ensures that all the nasty elements in your Samsung TV’s system causing the blue tint display are flushed out. If your Samsung TV has a virus, this action is one of the ways to eliminate it (unless it’s programmed to survive one).
There are two ways to get this done. The first one is easier as it uses your remote; however, the second method is a must if your remote is hard to find.
Do a factory reset using your Samsung TV remote.
Difficulty | Easy ●●○○○ |
Time to perform fix | 5 minutes |
Number of steps | 8 |
Things you need | Samsung TV Samsung TV remote control |
Step 1: Press home on the TV remote control to show the Samsung Smart Hub on the display screen. |
Step 2: Scroll left/click Settings to access the system settings menu. |
Step 3: Scroll down/click General to access the general settings menu. |
Step 4: Scroll down/click Reset. |
Step 5: Enter the PIN code of the TV and click Done to authorize the reset process. |
Step 6: Select/click Yes to start the factory reset. |
Step 7: Wait while your Samsung TV time shuts down and resets. |
Step 8: Set up your Samsung TV and configure the Smart Hub by following the instructions on the display screen. |
You may find yourself in a bind if your remote is nowhere to be found. Before you lose heart, know you can still factor a factory reset without the IR device; it’s just that the process can be a bit longer.
Factory reset without a Samsung TV remote.
Difficulty | Easy ●●○○○ |
Time to perform fix | < 6 minutes |
Number of steps | 13 |
Things you need | Samsung TV SmartThings App A smart phone |
Step 1: Run the Google Play Store or Apple App Store on your phone. |
Step 2: Select/click the app search function on the selected app store. |
Step 3: Key in “SmartThings app.” |
Step 4: Select Install/Get button to download and install the app on your phone. |
Step 5: Select/click Open to run the app on your phone. |
Step 6: Click the + sign in the upper-right corner of the app home screen. |
Step 7: Click Add device. |
Step 8: Click Scan nearby. |
Step 9: Select/click your Samsung TV. |
Step 10: Enter the PIN code of the TV as shown on the display screen and click Done to continue. |
Step 11: Select/click Done to complete the setup procedure. |
Step 12: Select/click your Samsung TV on the app home screen. |
Step 13: Use the SmartThings app as a remote control to operate your Samsung TV. Note: Refer to the factory reset instructions provided in the previous section while using the SmartThings app as your temporary remote control. |
7. Replace the Samsung TV’s backlight.
Difficulty | Hard ●●●●● |
Time to perform fix | < 30 minutes |
Number of steps | 15 |
Things you need | Samsung TV Screwdriver A pair of suction cups Tape Replacement LED strips |
The backlight of your Samsung TV serves as a light source for the display screen, which is why it’s situated directly behind the LCD panel. It contains a collection of various LED strip lights that enhances the color of your Samsung TV display screen.
Over time, the LED strips might sustain damage and get busted, causing issues like the Samsung TV blue tint display. Hardware damage like this can only be fixed by repairing or replacing the damaged component.
In this case, we recommend replacing the LED strips inside your Samsung TV. This action requires some technical skills, so please seek assistance from a friend if you’re not confident with your abilities.
If you want to face it head-on, then due diligence is a must on your part. Understand each baby step carefully before applying and make sure you have the right tools so you not only protect yourself but also ensure the process runs smoothly.
Of course, you can also send your Samsung TV to a service center if you want a certified technician to do the replacement for you. However, if your TV is not under warranty, that can mean added costs for you.
Step 1: Place your Samsung TV facedown on a desk or any flat and smooth surface. |
Step 2: Remove the screws on the back panel to lift it and expose the insides of your Samsung TV. |
Step 3: Detach the ribbon cables connecting to the TV’s scan drive boards. Note: We recommend taking a photo of everything before the disassembly so you can use it as a reference during the reassembly. |
Step 4: Push the rivets connecting to the chassis to dislodge them. Note: Check below the boards for any hidden rivets. |
Step 5: Flip the Samsung TV and remove its bezel. |
Step 6: Release/lift the scan drive boards and tape them to the LCD panel. |
Step 7: Lift/remove the LCD panel from the chassis using a pair of suction cups. |
Step 8: Remove the filter frame. |
Step 9: Tape the corners of the filter sheets and lift them at once. |
Step 10: Remove the tabs binding the reflector sheet to the chassis. |
Step 11: Lift and remove the reflector sheet. |
Step 12: Unplug the power cable connected to the LED strips and remove them. |
Step 13: Install the new LED strips and plug the power cable into them. |
Step 14: Reassemble your Samsung TV. |
Now that you’ve factored in all 7 proven-and-tested solutions above, you should be able to breathe a sigh of relief. However, if the issue persists, it may be high time you let Samsung experts do their jobs.
Contacting Samsung professionals should be spot-on for you. This is especially true if your smart TV is still under warranty.
Take note that tampering with the smart TV’s electronics could potentially void its warranty. So, make sure you’ve checked your unit’s history before touching any parts.
FAQs about Samsung TV Blue Tint Issue
Various reasons can cause your Samsung TV display screen to suffer from a blue tint issue. The common causes of this display issue include loose or faulty HDMI connection, terrible picture settings configuration, and energy-saving features.
Software and hardware-related issues can also cause your Samsung TV display screen to have a blue tint. Additionally, the color temperature settings on your TV could have been set too high, so you may have to deal with the color temp settings.
Resetting the picture settings on your Samsung Smart TV will reset the color configuration of its display screen. You can perform the picture settings reset by going to Settings > Picture > Expert Settings > Reset Picture.
Adjust the color tone settings on your Samsung TV to calibrate the color of the display screen. You need to navigate to Settings > Picture > Expert Settings > Color Tone to adjust the color tone settings of your Samsung TV.
A well-calibrated TV is a must for the best-quality viewing. It’s important that you calibrate your Samsung in the exact position where it will be stationed as different rooms will have distinct effects on the overall picture quality of the unit.
Replacement LED strips cost $20 – $50 on online stores like Amazon. But how much costs you will incur will depend on how many LED back strips you need and usually the costs do climb.
As an idea, most smart TVs today use 9 to 12 backlight strips so your costs could run to hundreds of dollars in no time. But you can also check other online platforms or local stores for better deals.