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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Hisense A65K is often significantly less expensive than the Samsung CU8000 and performs better for watching movies and series, as well as for viewing cartoons and animation. It also has greater contrast and is a bit better for dark room viewing. On the other hand, the Samsung CU8000 is notably better for sports content and has slightly higher sound quality. Both TVs have similar input lag, which is good for gaming, but neither is exceptional in this area. If you often watch TV in a bright room, though, neither of these TVs is ideal, but the Hisense has a marginal edge. The Hisense has one more HDMI port compared to the Samsung, which can be helpful if you have multiple devices to connect. If you're looking for a more budget-friendly option with decent performance for movies and dark-room viewing, the Hisense could be a good choice. However, if you prefer slightly better sports performance and don't mind spending more, consider the Samsung. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Hisense A65K (LCD)
- Good for cartoons & animation
- Good for upscaling
Advantages of the Samsung CU8000 (LCD)
- Very good motion processing
Key differences
Picture Quality
6.7
5.8
5.64/10
CONTRAST
4.92/10
7.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.9/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
LED
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The Hisense A65K (LCD) has only fair picture quality, while the Samsung CU8000 (LCD) has poor picture quality.
Movies & TV
5.9
5.3
5.64/10
CONTRAST
4.92/10
6.3/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
6.1/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
6.0/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
No
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
No
The Hisense A65K (LCD) and Samsung CU8000 (LCD) are both poor for movies & TV, though the Hisense A65K (LCD) is somewhat better.
The Hisense A65K's local dimming is poor, reducing its ability to display deep blacks which is crucial for watching movies and cinematic TV, and while it offers good colors out of the box, its overall contrast and black uniformity are only fair, lessening the picture quality in dark scenes. The Samsung CU8000 lacks any local dimming, resulting in lower contrast and poor black levels, which can make movie scenes look washed out, and it also has fair color volume and gray uniformity which can affect how vibrant and uniform the picture appears.
Cartoons & Animation
7.3
5.9
7.6/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.3/10
7.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.9/10
7.2/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.7/10
8.1/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
6.2/10
5.7/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.6/10
The Hisense A65K (LCD) is good for cartoons & animation, while the Samsung CU8000 (LCD) is poor.
The Hisense A65K is rated very good for colors out of the box and has a good color volume, which means it displays cartoons and animation with vibrant and consistent colors, while the Samsung CU8000 is rated fair in both aspects, leading to less impressive color performance with such content. Additionally, the better color gamut on the Hisense enhances the variety of colors displayed, making it more suitable for animated content that often uses a wide range of colors.
News, Talk, & Other TV
6.7
5.7
7.2/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.7/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
6.0/10
The Hisense A65K (LCD) is only fair for news, talk, & other TV, while the Samsung CU8000 (LCD) is poor.
The Hisense A65K has very good upscaling and good SDR (Standard Dynamic Range) brightness, making it suitable for watching news and talk shows as it can effectively improve lower-resolution content and display it brightly enough for comfortable viewing. In contrast, the Samsung CU8000 has fair upscaling and fair SDR brightness, which means it might not handle lower resolution content from news programs as well and may not be as bright, affecting its performance for such content.
Bright Room
6.4
5.9
5.3/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.2/10
7.2/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.7/10
6.2/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.5/10
6.6/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
5.9/10
The Hisense A65K (LCD) is only fair for bright room, while the Samsung CU8000 (LCD) is poor.
Cost
$370
$578
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
$800
$900
The Hisense A65K (LCD) has a price of $370 and the Samsung CU8000 (LCD) costs $578.
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Key similarities
Sports
6.1
6.4
3.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.2/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
8.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
6.0/10
7.2/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.7/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung CU8000 (LCD) and Hisense A65K (LCD) are both only fair for sports.
The Hisense A65K has fair motion processing for watching sports due to its adequate response time and fair handling of reflections, but viewing angles and gray uniformity could be limiting. The Samsung CU8000 struggles more with fast-moving content since its motion processing and response time are poorer than the Hisense, and its poor reflection handling and narrow viewing angles also detract from the sports viewing experience.
Gaming
5.9
5.5
6.8/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
4.9/10
8.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
3.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.2/10
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 CU8000 (LCD) are both poor for gaming.
The Hisense A65K has only a fair response time and input lag, which makes it less desirable for gaming where quick reflexes and timely reactions are crucial. Similarly, the Samsung CU8000's poor response time can lead to blur during fast-moving games, and although its input lag is very good, this may not sufficiently compensate for the slower screen updates for competitive gaming.
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How the Hisense A65K (LCD) and the Samsung CU8000 (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
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| Hisense A65K (LCD) | Samsung CU8000 (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$370 | $578 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Hisense | Samsung | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | July 4, 2023 | March 4, 2023 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | 65A65K | UN65CU8000 | |
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 | 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 | 6.8/10 | 5.8/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 6.5/10 | 6/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.9/10 | 5.5/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 5.9/10 | 5.3/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.1/10 | 6.4/10 | |
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" | 32.8" 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 | Unknown | |
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 | 4.9/10 | |
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 | Yes | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | No | |
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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."
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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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