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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you're looking for a budget-friendly option, the Hisense A65K is significantly less expensive and offers good value for the price. However, the Samsung AU8000, while more expensive, provides a better overall viewing experience. The AU8000 has higher picture quality and is more suitable for bright rooms due to its superior reflection handling. For general TV shows and movies, both are adequate, but the Samsung may offer a slight edge in picture quality. Keep in mind though, neither are particularly strong for gaming due to their limited refresh rates, so if gaming is a priority, you might want to look at other models. Additionally, if voice commands are important to you, the Hisense A65K comes with that feature, while the Samsung AU8000 does not. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Hisense A65K (LCD)
- Good for cartoons & animation
Advantages of the Samsung AU8000 (LCD)
- Good reflections
Key differences
Cost
$370
$648
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
The Hisense A65K (LCD) has a price of $370 and the Samsung AU8000 (LCD) costs $648.
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Key similarities
Picture Quality
6.7
6.6
5.64/10
CONTRAST
6.71/10
7.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.3/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
LED
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The Hisense A65K (LCD) and Samsung AU8000 (LCD) both have only fair picture quality.
Movies & TV
5.9
5.9
5.64/10
CONTRAST
6.71/10
6.3/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
6.9/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
No
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
No
The Hisense A65K (LCD) and Samsung AU8000 (LCD) are both poor for movies & TV.
The Hisense A65K and Samsung AU8000 both struggle with movie and cinematic TV watching due to their poor contrast, lack of local dimming, and subpar black uniformity, which are crucial for a good dark scene experience. Additionally, both TVs have mediocre viewing angles and color performance aspects out of the box, affecting the vibrancy and consistency of the image when viewed from different positions and under varied content conditions.
Sports
6.1
6.5
3.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
6.0/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
8.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
7.2/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.1/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung AU8000 (LCD) and Hisense A65K (LCD) are both only fair for sports.
For watching sports, the Hisense A65K has fair motion processing and response time, allowing for smoother action scenes, but limited viewing angles may hinder group watching experiences. The Samsung AU8000 handles reflections better, which suits well-lit rooms, but its motion processing and response time are less optimal, possibly resulting in blur during fast-paced games.
Gaming
5.9
5.8
6.8/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
5.9/10
8.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
3.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
6.0/10
18.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
0.0/100
6.0/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
The Hisense A65K (LCD) and Samsung AU8000 (LCD) are both poor for gaming.
The Hisense A65K and the Samsung AU8000 are considered poor for gaming largely due to slow response time and input lag not being at the top level for gaming standards. In particular, the Hisense A65K has fair response time, which affects the speed at which moving images appear clear, while the Samsung AU8000 has a lower response time, making it even slower, which can significantly impact fast-paced gaming clarity.
Cartoons & Animation
7.3
6.9
7.6/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
6.1/10
7.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.3/10
7.2/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.1/10
8.1/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
7.2/10
5.7/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.8/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Hisense A65K (LCD) to be good for cartoons & animation, while the Samsung AU8000 (LCD) is only fair.
The Hisense A65K performs better with cartoons and animation due to its very good colors out of the box and good color gamut, which are crucial for vibrant and accurate on-screen colors. In contrast, the Samsung AU8000, while fair in both aspects, does not deliver the same level of color performance, resulting in slightly less impressive animation and cartoon viewing experiences.
News, Talk, & Other TV
6.7
6.7
7.2/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.1/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
The Hisense A65K (LCD) and Samsung AU8000 (LCD) are both only fair for news, talk, & other TV.
The Hisense A65K performs well in upscaling lower-resolution content, making it suitable for watching standard-definition TV programs, and offers vibrant colors out of the box for a pleasing viewing experience without the need for additional adjustments. Conversely, the Samsung AU8000 also offers good upscaling, with slightly better performance that may enhance the clarity of news and talk shows, but its colors require more fine-tuning to achieve a similar level of vibrancy.
Bright Room
6.4
6.3
5.3/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.5/10
7.2/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.1/10
6.2/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.7/10
6.6/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
7.8/10
The Hisense A65K (LCD) and Samsung AU8000 (LCD) are both only fair for bright room.
The Hisense A65K has fair reflection handling but limited brightness, which can be a concern in bright rooms where glare is common. The Samsung AU8000 also has fair brightness but better reflection handling, making it more suitable for well-lit environments; however, both have only fair performance in such conditions.
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Spec Comparison
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| Hisense A65K (LCD) | Samsung AU8000 (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$370 | $648 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Hisense | Samsung | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | July 4, 2023 | March 4, 2021 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | 65A65K | UN65AU8000 | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 65" | 65" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Google TV | Tizen | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 6.9/10 | 6/10 | |
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 | 6.8/10 | 6.6/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 6.5/10 | 6.4/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.9/10 | 5.8/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 5.9/10 | 5.9/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.1/10 | 6.5/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 32.8" x 57.2" x 2.9" | 32.7" x 57.1" x 1" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 35.3" x 57.2" | 34.4" x 57.1" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 36.4 lbs | 46.1 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 200 x 300 | 400 x 300 | |
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 | 5.6/10 | 6.7/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 3.5/10 | 2.5/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.0 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 20 W | 20 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Bypass only | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | No | |
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Hisense A65K (LCD)
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Home Media Entertainment
Stratos Kampourogiannis | September 2023
"The A65K proved to be a rather capable TV that works great within its extreme limitations that its price dictates. It has great contrast, very low input lag and good color coverage. Add Google TV and a low price in the mix and you have an excellent low budget offering."
Samsung AU8000 (LCD)
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USA Today
Michael Desjardin | April 2023
"To put it directly: you’d never see a mid-range 4K TV hitting this black levels half a decade ago. AU8000 plays the part of a higher-end TV thanks to its sleek design. If you’re upgrading to a smart TV for the first time, the software is a great way to dip your toes in the streaming water."
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About Hisense
Hisense, a Chinese TV manufacturer, entered the US market in approximately 2011 and has since acquired TV divisions from various companies such as Toshiba, Sharp, Hitachi, and NEC. Currently ranking as the fourth largest vendor in terms of sales volume, Hisense aims to capture a wide range of TV budget segments. They offer exceptional value with TVs that often outperform their competitors at similar price points, making them a compelling choice for consumers. In the US, they use Google TV as their smart TV software which provides the largest app selection and a very modern user interface, however it is not as user friendly as the software from other vendors.
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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