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If you are looking for overall picture quality and are into gaming, the Hisense U8G is a better choice with higher performance in these areas. However, it comes at a typically much higher price. For bright rooms, the Hisense U8G also performs better. Conversely, if you are on a stricter budget and mostly watch news, talk shows, reality TV, or cartoons, the Samsung CU8000 may suffice and is less expensive. Note that the Samsung won't perform as well in dark rooms and doesn't support advanced gaming features or formats like HDR10+ and Dolby Vision, which the Hisense does. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Hisense U8G (LCD)
- Very good for bright room
- Good for dark room
- Very good for gaming
- Very good for movies & TV
- Very good for news, talk, & other TV
- Very good for cartoons & animation
- Good for use as monitor
- Good for upscaling
- Very good reflections
Advantages of the Samsung CU8000 (LCD)
- Very good motion processing
Key differences
Picture Quality
8.0
5.8
7.63/10
CONTRAST
4.92/10
7.7/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.9/10
LED FALD
PANEL TYPE
LED
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The Hisense U8G (LCD) has very good picture quality, while the Samsung CU8000 (LCD) has poor picture quality.
Movies & TV
8.0
5.3
7.63/10
CONTRAST
4.92/10
7.2/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
6.1/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
6.0/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
No
The Hisense U8G (LCD) is very good for movies & TV, while the Samsung CU8000 (LCD) is poor.
The Hisense U8G has a high contrast ratio and excellent local dimming and black uniformity, which results in deep blacks and a better movie-watching experience, particularly in dark scenes. In contrast, the Samsung CU8000 has a lower contrast ratio without local dimming and poorer black uniformity, leading to grayer blacks that can detract from the cinematic experience.
Gaming
8.3
5.5
8.1/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
4.9/10
7.6/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
3.9/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.2/10
80.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
0.0/100
8.6/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
The Hisense U8G (LCD) is very good for gaming, while the Samsung CU8000 (LCD) is poor.
The Hisense U8G outperforms the Samsung CU8000 in gaming due to its very good response time and good input lag, which means the screen refreshes quickly and responds to controller inputs with minimal delay, crucial for fast-paced gaming. Additionally, the Hisense U8G supports a higher refresh rate of 120Hz compared to the Samsung CU8000's 60Hz, providing a smoother visual experience during gameplay.
Cartoons & Animation
8.6
5.9
8.1/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.3/10
7.7/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.9/10
8.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.7/10
9.0/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
6.2/10
6.4/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.6/10
The Hisense U8G (LCD) is very good for cartoons & animation, while the Samsung CU8000 (LCD) is poor.
The Hisense U8G delivers excellent colors straight out of the box and has a very good color gamut, making it superior for watching cartoons and animation which often use vibrant colors. In contrast, the Samsung CU8000 shows colors as merely fair out of the box and has only good color gamut and volume, leading to less impressive animation and cartoon display.
News, Talk, & Other TV
8.6
5.7
8.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.7/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
6.0/10
The Hisense U8G (LCD) is very good for news, talk, & other TV, while the Samsung CU8000 (LCD) is poor.
The Hisense U8G excels in upscaling and offers excellent SDR brightness, making it a great choice for news and talk shows where image clarity and visibility are crucial. In contrast, the Samsung CU8000 lacks local dimming, has lower SDR brightness, and offers poorer upscaling, so it does not perform as well in these areas, diminishing the viewing experience for similar content.
Bright Room
8.9
5.9
5.3/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.2/10
8.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.7/10
8.4/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.5/10
8.6/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
5.9/10
The Hisense U8G (LCD) is very good for bright room, while the Samsung CU8000 (LCD) is poor.
Cost
$1,707
$578
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The Hisense U8G (LCD) has a price of $1,707 and the Samsung CU8000 (LCD) costs $578.
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Key similarities
Sports
6.4
6.4
3.9/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.2/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
7.6/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
6.0/10
8.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.7/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung CU8000 (LCD) and Hisense U8G (LCD) are both only fair for sports.
The Hisense U8G performs well with reflection handling and has very good response time, making it suitable for sports in bright rooms and for capturing fast motions. The Samsung CU8000, however, struggles with reflections and has a slower response time, which might cause motion blur during fast-paced sports but compensates with better motion processing overall.
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How the Hisense U8G (LCD) and the Samsung CU8000 (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
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| Hisense U8G (LCD) | Samsung CU8000 (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,707 | $578 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Hisense | Samsung | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 2, 2021 | March 4, 2023 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | 65U8G | UN65CU8000 | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 65" | 65" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Android TV | Tizen | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 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 | 8.1/10 | 5.8/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 8.9/10 | 6/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.3/10 | 5.5/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 8.1/10 | 5.3/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.4/10 | 6.4/10 | |
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 4.1" | 32.8" x 57.1" x 1" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 35.6" x 57.1" | 34.4" x 57.1" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 53.4 lbs | Unknown | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 400 x 400 | 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 | 7.6/10 | 4.9/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 8/10 | 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 | Yes, Bypass only | No | |
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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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