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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Amazon Omni Series has a slightly better overall picture quality and performs better in bright rooms. It's also superior for watching news, talk shows, and reality TV, and for color accuracy straight out of the box. However, if you're looking for a TV to use in a dark room, neither option is ideal, although the Omni might have a slight edge despite its lower dark room performance due to its better black uniformity. The Samsung CU8000, on the other hand, excels more in sports content, and cartoons and animation, making it a better choice if you frequently watch these types of content. It also has a tiny advantage in gaming experience and offers better motion processing which can be important for fast-paced content. The CU8000 supports voice commands for accessibility, which the Amazon does not, and it supports more HDR formats including HDR10+ and HLG which can be a significant advantage for watching HDR content. Both TVs have their own strengths, so your choice should depend on what you prioritize: overall picture quality and bright room use (Amazon Omni) or sports, cartoons, and gaming with added HDR format support (Samsung CU8000). Both are similarly priced. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Amazon Omni Series (LCD)
- The Amazon Omni Series (LCD) has no clear advantages over the Samsung CU8000 (LCD).
Advantages of the Samsung CU8000 (LCD)
- Very good motion processing
Key differences
Sports
5.8
6.4
2.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.2/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
8.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
6.6/10
UPSCALING
6.0/10
7.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.7/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung CU8000 (LCD) is only fair for sports, while the Amazon Omni Series (LCD) is poor.
The Amazon Omni Series is considered poor for watching sports mainly due to its lack of motion processing capability, which can result in less smooth action on screen, while its fair response time might cause some blur in fast-moving scenes. Conversely, the Samsung CU8000 offers fair performance for sports viewing because it has better motion processing to handle quick movements but has a poor response time, potentially leading to motion blur.
Cost
$400
$428
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
The Amazon Omni Series (LCD) has a price of $400 and the Samsung CU8000 (LCD) costs $428.
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Key similarities
Picture Quality
6.1
5.8
7.38/10
CONTRAST
4.92/10
6.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.9/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
LED
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Amazon Omni Series (LCD) to have only fair picture quality, while the Samsung CU8000 (LCD) has poor picture quality.
Movies & TV
5.6
5.3
7.38/10
CONTRAST
4.92/10
6.4/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
6.1/10
6.6/10
UPSCALING
6.0/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
No
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
No
The Amazon Omni Series (LCD) and Samsung CU8000 (LCD) are both poor for movies & TV.
The Amazon Omni Series struggles with movies and cinematic TV because it lacks local dimming which is crucial for deep blacks and high contrast, and it has poor black uniformity, affecting the quality of dark scenes. Similarly, the Samsung CU8000 is hindered by its lower contrast and absence of local dimming, along with poor black uniformity and a restricted viewing angle which degrades the picture quality when not seen from directly in front.
Gaming
5.6
5.5
6.0/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
4.9/10
8.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
2.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.2/10
0.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
0.0/100
5.9/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
The Amazon Omni Series (LCD) and Samsung CU8000 (LCD) are both poor for gaming.
The Amazon Omni Series has a fair response time and very good input lag, making it somewhat responsive for gaming, but the Samsung CU8000, despite also having very good input lag which is great for gaming responsiveness, is let down by its poor response time, creating blurring during fast-moving scenes. Neither TV supports a high refresh rate, which affects the ability to display smoother motion, essential for a better gaming experience.
Cartoons & Animation
5.8
5.9
5.9/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.3/10
6.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.9/10
7.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.7/10
5.2/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
6.2/10
6.0/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.6/10
The Samsung CU8000 (LCD) and Amazon Omni Series (LCD) are both poor for cartoons & animation.
The Amazon Omni Series delivers poor colors straight out of the box and presents a poor color gamut, which makes cartoons and animations appear less vibrant; contrastingly, while the Samsung CU8000 has fair colors out of the box and a good color gamut, its overall performance in animation is still hindered by its fair representation of the color volume and grayscale uniformity.
News, Talk, & Other TV
6.0
5.7
7.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.7/10
6.6/10
UPSCALING
6.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Amazon Omni Series (LCD) to be only fair for news, talk, & other TV, while the Samsung CU8000 (LCD) is poor.
The Amazon Omni Series provides better upscaling and brighter images, which enhances the viewing experience for news and talk shows by making details clearer, especially in well-lit environments. In contrast, the Samsung CU8000, while offering decent performance, falls short in SDR brightness and quality of upscaling, which can affect the clarity and visibility of content in similar viewing conditions.
Bright Room
6.3
5.9
5.3/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.2/10
7.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.7/10
5.7/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.5/10
5.9/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
5.9/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Amazon Omni Series (LCD) to be only fair for bright room, while the Samsung CU8000 (LCD) is poor.
The Amazon Omni Series performs better in bright rooms due to its higher SDR brightness, which makes images appear more vibrant, whereas the Samsung CU8000's lower SDR brightness means it might not be as visible in well-lit conditions. Both TVs have issues with reflections, but the Amazon Omni Series offers slightly better performance in handling them compared to the Samsung CU8000, which, combined with its lower brightness, makes it less suitable for bright rooms.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Amazon Omni Series (LCD) | Samsung CU8000 (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$400 | $428 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Amazon | Samsung | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | September 2, 2021 | March 2, 2023 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | 4K50M600A | UN50CU8000 | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 50" | 50" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Fire OS | Tizen | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 6.3/10 | 7/10 | |
NextGen Ready | |||
NextGen Ready | No | No | |
HDMI Ports | |||
HDMI Ports | 4 | 3 | |
Coax Ports | |||
Coax Ports | 1 | 1 | |
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Picture Quality Score | |||
Picture Quality Score | 6.2/10 | 5.8/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 6.3/10 | 6/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.7/10 | 5.5/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 5.7/10 | 5.3/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 5.9/10 | 6.4/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 25.5" x 44.1" x 3.6" | 25.4" x 44" x 1" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 27.8" x 44.1" | 27" x 44" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 20.8 lbs | Unknown | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 300 x 300 | 200 x 200 | |
DISPLAY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Color Depth | |||
Color Depth | 10 bit | 10 bit | |
Black Frame Insertion | |||
Black Frame Insertion | No | Yes | |
Auto Low Latency Mode | |||
Auto Low Latency Mode | Yes | Yes | |
Contrast | |||
Contrast | 7.4/10 | 4.9/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 2.5/10 | 2.5/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.0 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 16 W | 20 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Bypass only | Yes | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | No | |
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Nick Pino | July 2022
"If you want a competent budget screen with some handy features, the Amazon Omni TV delivers an experience that punches well above its price tag. You’ll also get the benefit of Fire TV’s new UI right out of the box. It’s clean and simple to understand, plus it puts content first. In the picture-quality department, the Amazon Omni is a surprising star among some of its dimmer, less colorful rivals."
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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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