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For a better overall picture quality and movie watching experience, the Hisense U6K would be a suitable choice, but if you prefer a TV with a wider viewing angle which could be better for a room with wide seating, the Samsung AU8000 may suit you better. If gaming is important to you, the Hisense U6K has a slight edge, particularly in motion handling and response time. In bright rooms, both TVs perform similarly; however, neither is exceptional. The Hisense U6K generally comes at a somewhat lower price, offering good value if its advantages align with your preferences. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Hisense U6K (LCD)
- Good for dark room
- Good for movies & TV
- Good for news, talk, & other TV
- Very good for cartoons & animation
Advantages of the Samsung AU8000 (LCD)
- Good for upscaling
- Good reflections
Key differences
Picture Quality
7.5
6.6
7.25/10
CONTRAST
6.71/10
7.4/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.3/10
miniLED FALD
PANEL TYPE
LED
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The Hisense U6K (LCD) has good picture quality, while the Samsung AU8000 (LCD) has only fair picture quality.
Movies & TV
7.2
5.9
7.25/10
CONTRAST
6.71/10
5.7/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
6.9/10
6.6/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
No
The Hisense U6K (LCD) is good for movies & TV, while the Samsung AU8000 (LCD) is poor.
Gaming
6.6
5.8
6.7/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
5.9/10
8.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
3.2/10
MOTION PROCESSING
6.0/10
80.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
0.0/100
6.9/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
The Hisense U6K (LCD) is only fair for gaming, while the Samsung AU8000 (LCD) is poor.
The Hisense U6K is judged fair for gaming primarily because it has a fair response time and very good input lag, making it relatively responsive for gaming, whereas the Samsung AU8000 is considered poor for gaming due to its poor response time despite having the best input lag, which is not enough to compensate.
Cartoons & Animation
8.1
6.9
8.3/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
6.1/10
7.4/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.3/10
7.6/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.1/10
7.9/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
7.2/10
6.2/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.8/10
The Hisense U6K (LCD) is very good for cartoons & animation, while the Samsung AU8000 (LCD) is only fair.
The Hisense U6K is better for cartoons and animation due to its 'very good' color performance right out of the box and a 'very good' color gamut, which means it displays a wider range of colors more accurately. In comparison, the Samsung AU8000, while rated 'good' for colors out of the box, falls behind with a 'fair' color gamut, making it less capable of reproducing the vibrant colors typically found in cartoons and animation.
News, Talk, & Other TV
7.5
6.7
7.6/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.1/10
6.6/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
The Hisense U6K (LCD) is good for news, talk, & other TV, while the Samsung AU8000 (LCD) is only fair.
The Hisense U6K is considered good for watching news, talk shows, and TV programs because it offers better upscaling of lower resolution content and has a local dimming feature that can improve contrast, which is beneficial for maintaining picture quality in various content types. Conversely, the Samsung AU8000, despite having good upscaling, lacks local dimming and has lower performance in color gamut and volume, which might make it less suitable for those particular viewing experiences.
Bright Room
6.9
6.3
5.2/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.5/10
7.6/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.1/10
6.8/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.7/10
6.3/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
7.8/10
The Hisense U6K (LCD) and Samsung AU8000 (LCD) are both only fair for bright room, though the Hisense U6K (LCD) is somewhat better.
The Hisense U6K and the Samsung AU8000 are both fair for bright room viewing, with the Hisense U6K managing reflections decently but lagging in HDR brightness, whereas the Samsung AU8000 does a good job handling reflections but offers poor HDR brightness, making both suboptimal for very bright or very dark environments. While both TVs have good SDR brightness, their contrast, color volume, and color gamut—factors influencing picture quality—are only somewhat satisfactory, affecting the overall viewing experience in varied lighting conditions.
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Key similarities
Sports
6.0
6.5
3.2/10
MOTION PROCESSING
6.0/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
8.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
6.6/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
7.6/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.1/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung AU8000 (LCD) and Hisense U6K (LCD) are both only fair for sports.
The Hisense U6K has decent motion processing which is crucial for fast-paced sports action but struggles with wider viewing angles, meaning the picture quality drops when viewed from the side. Conversely, the Samsung AU8000 handles reflections from lights better, making it more suitable for well-lit rooms, but its response time is lower, which could cause motion blur during fast sports scenes.
Cost
$690
$648
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Hisense U6K (LCD) has a price of $690 and the Samsung AU8000 (LCD) costs $648.
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Spec Comparison
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| Hisense U6K (LCD) | Samsung AU8000 (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$690 | $648 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Hisense | Samsung | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 2, 2023 | March 4, 2021 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | 65U6K | 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 | 7/10 | 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 | 7.5/10 | 6.6/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 7/10 | 6.4/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 6.7/10 | 5.8/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 7.3/10 | 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) | 33.1" x 57.1" x 3.1" | 32.7" x 57.1" x 1" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 35.3" x 57.1" | 34.4" x 57.1" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 43.4 lbs | 46.1 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 400 x 300 | 400 x 300 | |
DISPLAY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Color Depth | |||
Color Depth | 10 bit | 10 bit | |
Black Frame Insertion | |||
Black Frame Insertion | Yes | Yes | |
Auto Low Latency Mode | |||
Auto Low Latency Mode | Yes | Yes | |
Contrast | |||
Contrast | 7.3/10 | 6.7/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 6/10 | 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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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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