Reset a Samsung 65-inch Smart TV from the Settings menu; the exact path depends on the model year’s software.
A Samsung 65-inch Smart TV resets exactly like its smaller siblings — screen size doesn’t change the process. For most newer sets, the route is Settings > All Settings > General & Privacy > Reset, and it takes a minute from start to finish.
Reset Steps For Newer Samsung Smart TVs
On recent Samsung TVs sold in the US, the reset path is the same across the lineup. Here’s the exact sequence:
- Press the Home button on the remote.
- Open Settings > All Settings.
- Select General & Privacy.
- Scroll to and select Reset.
- Enter your PIN. The default is 0000 if you never set one.
- Select Reset again, then confirm with OK.
The TV restarts automatically when the reset finishes. Samsung’s US support page says the reset completes when you press OK, and the set returns to its initial setup screen — the same one you saw when it was new. That’s your cue the process worked.
Resetting Older Samsung TV Models
Older Samsung TVs use different menu layouts. Samsung’s guidance for model years 2017 through 2021 shows the path as Settings > General > Reset. Earlier sets from 2016 use Settings > Support > Self Diagnosis > Reset. The 2019 Q Series follows that same Support route, while 2020 T Series models use Home > Settings > General > Reset.
| Model Year | Menu Path To Reset |
|---|---|
| 2021+ (current) | Settings > All Settings > General & Privacy > Reset |
| 2020 (T Series) | Home > Settings > General > Reset |
| 2019 (Q Series) | Settings > Support > Self Diagnosis > Reset |
| 2017–2018 | Settings > General > Reset |
| 2016 | Settings > Support > Self Diagnosis > Reset |
Samsung says menu paths can differ by year and region, so if the on-screen labels don’t match, check the user manual for your specific model. You can find the model code on the TV itself via Settings > All Settings > Support > About This TV — that screen also shows the 65-inch screen size.
Forgot The PIN? Here’s The Recovery Sequence
If you changed the PIN and can’t remember it, Samsung’s US support page documents a remote-button sequence that resets it back to 0000. Having the IR remote in hand, press the following in order on the TV’s remote:
Mute > Volume Up > Channel Up > Mute
Wait two seconds. The TV will then reset the PIN to the default 0000. This recovery trick works on Samsung models that accept the sequence; if nothing happens, a standard reset method is the alternative. For any TV, a factory reset erases all personalized settings and brings the set back to its out-of-box state. Samsung’s support guidance frames it as a last resort, so it’s worth trying simpler fixes first — a full reboot by unplugging the TV for two minutes, for example, clears many temporary glitches without wiping anything. If you are shopping for a replacement instead, our roundup of the best 65-inch TVs covers tested models and current prices.
FAQs
Will resetting my Samsung TV delete my apps?
Yes. A factory reset removes all apps and signed-in accounts, restoring the TV to the state it was in when you first turned it on. You will need to download apps again and sign back into streaming services after the reset finishes.
How long does a Samsung TV factory reset take?
The TV restarts automatically when it finishes and then boots to the initial setup screen.
What should I do if the reset menu doesn’t appear?
If you don’t see the exact reset menu, Samsung advises checking your model’s user manual. Menu paths vary by model year and region. Use Settings > Support > About This TV to find your model code, then search for that model’s instructions.
References & Sources
- Samsung US. “How to reset your Samsung TV.” Provides the current US menu path, default PIN, and reset confirmation steps.
- Samsung US. “Change the PIN on your Samsung TV.” Documents the remote-button sequence that resets a forgotten PIN to 0000.
- Samsung Latin America. “How to reset my Samsung TV.” Notes that factory reset is a last resort and confirms finding the model code in About This TV.