If you prioritize saving money and don't mind compromising on picture quality and functionality, the Insignia F20 2024 could be suitable for you. However, if you are looking for a TV with overall better performance in a variety of content like sports and gaming, better brightness for viewing in dark and bright rooms, and support for more HDR formats despite it costing more, the Samsung AU8000 would be a better choice. Keep in mind, the Samsung also offers better reflection handling and is more suitable as a monitor, which could be important if you plan to use it in a well-lit room or for computer tasks. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Insignia F20 2024 (LCD)
Good viewing angle
Advantages of the Samsung AU8000 (LCD)
Good for upscaling
Good reflections
Key differences
Picture Quality
5.1/10
6.6/10
4.16025641/10
CONTRAST
6.71/10
6.1/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.3/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
LED
IPS
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The Samsung AU8000 (LCD) has only fair picture quality, while the Insignia F20 2024 (LCD) has poor picture quality.
Movies & TV
5.1/10
5.9/10
4.16025641/10
CONTRAST
6.71/10
5.2/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
6.9/10
5.5/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
No
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
No
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
No
The Samsung AU8000 (LCD) and Insignia F20 2024 (LCD) are both poor for movies & TV, though the Samsung AU8000 (LCD) is somewhat better.
Sports
6.0/10
6.5/10
2.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
6.0/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
5.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
5.5/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
5.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.1/10
No
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung AU8000 (LCD) and Insignia F20 2024 (LCD) are both only fair for sports, though the Samsung AU8000 (LCD) is somewhat better.
Cartoons & Animation
5.7/10
6.9/10
5.5/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
6.1/10
6.1/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.3/10
5.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.1/10
7.9/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
7.2/10
6.8/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.8/10
The Samsung AU8000 (LCD) is only fair for cartoons & animation, while the Insignia F20 2024 (LCD) is poor.
News, Talk, & Other TV
5.3/10
6.7/10
5.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.1/10
5.5/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
The Samsung AU8000 (LCD) is only fair for news, talk, & other TV, while the Insignia F20 2024 (LCD) is poor.
Bright Room
4.5/10
6.3/10
7.1/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.5/10
5.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.1/10
2.5/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.7/10
5.9/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
7.8/10
The Samsung AU8000 (LCD) is only fair for bright room, while the Insignia F20 2024 (LCD) is poor.
Cost
$90
$378
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The Insignia F20 2024 (LCD) has a price of $90 and the Samsung AU8000 (LCD) costs $378.
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Get a great deal on the Insignia F20 2024 (LCD) or the Samsung AU8000 (LCD)
About Insignia
Insignia is an in-house brand from BestBuy. It offers a range of TV sets that are lower-end and smaller size. They are manufactured in China by Hisense, which is another TV brand. Insignia TVs use Amazon's Fire OS as the smart TV software, providing users with a highly user-friendly experience.
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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