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When choosing between the Hisense U8K and the Samsung CU8000, consider the following: If you prioritize gaming and movies in both dark and bright environments, the Hisense U8K will perform better, with a higher overall picture quality and notably better contrast and brightness. It also has fantastic black uniformity and low input lag, plus it supports advanced audio formats like Dolby Atmos. On the other hand, the Samsung CU8000 is less expensive and might still be a good fit if your viewing habits are more casual and you are not as sensitive to picture quality nuances. However, it is not as bright, which might not be ideal for very bright rooms, and it does not come with some of the advanced features that the Hisense does, including local dimming which enhances contrast and depth, or high-end gaming features. Ultimately, the Hisense costs more, but it is for this increased cost you get an enhanced viewing experience for gaming and movies, as well as better performance in both dark and bright rooms. The Samsung offers a lower-priced option, which might suffice for general TV watching and casual use. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Hisense U8K (LCD)
- Best in class for bright room
- Very good for dark room
- Very good for gaming
- Very good for movies & TV
- Very good for news, talk, & other TV
- Excellent 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
8.7
5.8
8.21/10
CONTRAST
4.92/10
9.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.9/10
miniLED FALD
PANEL TYPE
LED
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The Hisense U8K (LCD) has very good picture quality, while the Samsung CU8000 (LCD) has poor picture quality.
Movies & TV
8.5
5.3
8.21/10
CONTRAST
4.92/10
10.0/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
6.1/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
6.0/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
No
The Hisense U8K (LCD) is very good for movies & TV, while the Samsung CU8000 (LCD) is poor.
Gaming
8.6
5.5
6.8/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
4.9/10
7.6/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
3.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.2/10
90.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
0.0/100
9.2/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
The Hisense U8K (LCD) is very good for gaming, while the Samsung CU8000 (LCD) is poor.
The Hisense U8K is better suited for gaming as it offers a balance between good input lag and fair response time, ensuring smoother gameplay, while the Samsung CU8000 is more limited due to its poor response time, despite its very good input lag, which can lead to more noticeable blur during fast-moving scenes.
Cartoons & Animation
9.1
5.9
8.3/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.3/10
9.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.9/10
9.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.7/10
8.6/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
6.2/10
7.0/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.6/10
The Hisense U8K (LCD) is excellent for cartoons & animation, while the Samsung CU8000 (LCD) is poor.
The Hisense U8K excels in watching cartoons and animations due to its very good colors right out of the box, a very good color gamut, and excellent color volume, which contribute to vivid and consistent colors on-screen. In contrast, the Samsung CU8000 falls short in the same usage because it offers only fair colors out of the box and a good color gamut, but a fair color volume, resulting in less vibrant and less uniform colors.
News, Talk, & Other TV
8.6
5.7
9.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.7/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
6.0/10
The Hisense U8K (LCD) is very good for news, talk, & other TV, while the Samsung CU8000 (LCD) is poor.
The Hisense U8K excels in SDR brightness and offers very good colors out of the box, making it suitable for watching news and TV programs particularly in brighter rooms, whereas the Samsung CU8000 fares poorly in these areas, resulting in a less optimal viewing experience for such content. The U8K's superior upscaling also ensures better picture quality from lower resolution sources commonly found in news and talk shows.
Bright Room
9.7
5.9
5.3/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.2/10
9.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.7/10
9.1/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.5/10
8.9/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
5.9/10
The Hisense U8K (LCD) is best in class for bright room, while the Samsung CU8000 (LCD) is poor.
The Hisense U8K performs well in bright rooms due to its excellent SDR and HDR brightness and very good reflections handling, whereas the Samsung CU8000 is poor in such environments because of its fair SDR brightness and poor reflections handling.
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Key similarities
Sports
6.3
6.4
3.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.2/10
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
7.6/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
6.0/10
9.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.7/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung CU8000 (LCD) and Hisense U8K (LCD) are both only fair for sports.
The Hisense U8K has a fair response time and mediocre motion processing but handles reflections very well, making it suitable for watching sports in rooms with some light; however, its viewing angles are limited, which could affect viewing from the side.
Cost
$1,798
$1,698
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The Hisense U8K (LCD) has a price of $1,798 and the Samsung CU8000 (LCD) costs $1,698.
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Spec Comparison
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| Hisense U8K (LCD) | Samsung CU8000 (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,798 | $1,698 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Hisense | Samsung | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 4, 2023 | March 6, 2023 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | 85U8K | UN85CU8000 | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 85" | 85" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Google TV | Tizen | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 8.3/10 | 7/10 | |
NextGen Ready | |||
NextGen Ready | Yes | No | |
HDMI Ports | |||
HDMI Ports | 4 | 3 | |
Coax Ports | |||
Coax Ports | 1 | 1 | |
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Picture Quality Score | |||
Picture Quality Score | 8.7/10 | 5.8/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 9.7/10 | 6/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.6/10 | 5.5/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 8.5/10 | 5.3/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.3/10 | 6.4/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 43.1" x 74.8" x 2.8" | 42.8" x 74.8" x 1.1" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 45.7" x 74.8" | 44.5" x 74.8" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 108.9 lbs | Unknown | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 600 x 400 | 600 x 400 | |
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 | 8.2/10 | 4.9/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 8/10 | 2.5/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.1.2 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 50 W | 20 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | Yes | 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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