If you're looking to save a little and primarily watch content in brighter rooms, the Amazon 4-Series could suit you as it performs fairly well there. However, for a general increase in picture and build quality, including better performance for gaming and watching sports, the slightly pricier Samsung CU7000 might be the better choice. The Samsung also supports a wider range of high dynamic range (HDR) formats, which enhances picture quality for compatible content, and has better accessibility features like voice commands. Neither TV is particularly strong in dark room performance or sound, with basic speakers, so it may be worth investing in a soundbar for either model. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Amazon 4-Series (LCD)
The Amazon 4-Series (LCD) has no clear advantages over the Samsung CU7000 (LCD).
Advantages of the Samsung CU7000 (LCD)
Very good motion processing
Key differences
Movies & TV
5.2/10
5.8/10
7.13/10
CONTRAST
5.82/10
5.9/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
6.6/10
6.6/10
UPSCALING
6.6/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
No
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
No
The Samsung CU7000 (LCD) and Amazon 4-Series (LCD) are both poor for movies & TV, though the Samsung CU7000 (LCD) is somewhat better.
Sports
5.7/10
6.6/10
2.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.0/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
8.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
6.6/10
UPSCALING
6.6/10
6.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.2/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung CU7000 (LCD) is only fair for sports, while the Amazon 4-Series (LCD) is poor.
Cost
$250
$278
$150
$200
$250
$300
$350
$400
The Amazon 4-Series (LCD) has a price of $250 and the Samsung CU7000 (LCD) costs $278.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Samsung CU7000 (LCD) to have only fair picture quality, while the Amazon 4-Series (LCD) has poor picture quality.
Gaming
5.5/10
6.0/10
5.6/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
6.5/10
8.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
2.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.0/10
0.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
30.0/100
5.7/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.9/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Samsung CU7000 (LCD) to be only fair for gaming, while the Amazon 4-Series (LCD) is poor.
Cartoons & Animation
5.4/10
5.7/10
5.9/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
5.9/10
6.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
5.6/10
6.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.2/10
3.4/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
6.0/10
5.9/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.0/10
The Samsung CU7000 (LCD) and Amazon 4-Series (LCD) are both poor for cartoons & animation.
News, Talk, & Other TV
5.7/10
6.0/10
6.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.2/10
6.6/10
UPSCALING
6.6/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Samsung CU7000 (LCD) to be only fair for news, talk, & other TV, while the Amazon 4-Series (LCD) is poor.
Bright Room
6.1/10
5.8/10
5.2/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.3/10
6.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.2/10
5.6/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.4/10
6.3/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
5.9/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Amazon 4-Series (LCD) to be only fair for bright room, while the Samsung CU7000 (LCD) is poor.
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How the Amazon 4-Series (LCD) and the Samsung CU7000 (LCD) compare to other TVs
"The attraction here is that the 4-Series uses Amazon’s Fire TV interface. Picture quality is good but unexceptional. At the discounted prices, which can seemingly be had regularly, they are better value."
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About Amazon
Amazon, the largest online retailer in North America, has forged partnerships with TCL and Hisense to produce white-label TVs incorporating their Fire OS software. These Amazon-branded TVs typically compete in the low-end and mid-range segments, offering compelling price points. Leveraging their strong reputation, Amazon has swiftly built brand trust in the TV market despite being relatively new to it. To enhance their popularity, these TVs integrate features from the Amazon ecosystem, including Alexa, providing users with a seamless and interconnected TV experience.
About Samsung
Samsung, a South Korean electronics manufacturer, holds the title of being the largest global TV vendor in terms of units sold. They offer a diverse lineup of TV products that cater to various budget ranges. A notable achievement in recent years is the development of Quantum Dots, a technology that enhances color reproduction, resulting in richer and more vibrant hues. Samsung TVs are well-regarded for their high manufacturing quality and user-friendly software, making them an excellent choice for consumers seeking an intuitive viewing experience.
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