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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Samsung Q70A, a midrange priced TV, excels in gaming with its higher performance and offers solid picture quality for sports and movies. Its performance in bright rooms is superior to the Samsung AU8000, which means it's a better choice if you often watch TV in well-lit environments. However, the AU8000 has a lower price and still performs reasonably well for most content, including news and animations. If budget is a concern and you primarily watch TV in darker conditions or don't require the best gaming experience, the AU8000 could be a suitable option. Otherwise, if you're looking for better overall performance and can invest more, the Q70A is the better choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Samsung Q70A (LCD)
- Good for bright room
- Good for gaming
- Good for news, talk, & other TV
- Very good for cartoons & animation
- Good for use as monitor
- Very good motion processing
Advantages of the Samsung AU8000 (LCD)
- Good reflections
Key differences
Picture Quality
7.2
6.6
8.21/10
CONTRAST
6.71/10
7.0/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.3/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
LED
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The Samsung Q70A (LCD) has good picture quality, while the Samsung AU8000 (LCD) has only fair picture quality.
Gaming
7.7
5.8
8.0/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
5.9/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
6.0/10
0.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
0.0/100
7.3/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
The Samsung Q70A (LCD) is good for gaming, while the Samsung AU8000 (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung Q70A offers superior gaming performance with a high response time and low input lag, which are critical for fast-paced gaming, whereas the Samsung AU8000 falls short in these areas, resulting in less fluid and more delayed gaming experiences.
Cartoons & Animation
8.2
6.9
7.1/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
6.1/10
7.0/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.3/10
8.6/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.1/10
8.5/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
7.2/10
6.0/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.8/10
The Samsung Q70A (LCD) is very good for cartoons & animation, while the Samsung AU8000 (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung Q70A is better for watching cartoons and animation due to its "Very Good" scores in both Colors Out of the Box and Color Gamut, meaning it displays more accurate and vibrant colors immediately after setup. In contrast, the Samsung AU8000 received lower scores of "Good" for Colors Out of the Box and "Fair" for Color Gamut, indicating less accurate colors and a narrower range of colors, which can impact the viewing experience of colorful content.
News, Talk, & Other TV
7.6
6.7
8.6/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.1/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
The Samsung Q70A (LCD) is good for news, talk, & other TV, while the Samsung AU8000 (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung Q70A is considered good for watching news and talk shows mainly because it has very good upscaling and SDR brightness, which ensure that non-HD content looks clear and is easy to see even in well-lit rooms. On the other hand, the Samsung AU8000 is deemed fair for the same content as it has the same upscaling quality but doesn't perform as well in terms of SDR brightness, colors out of the box, and color gamut, which are important for vivid and consistent color reproduction across various programs.
Bright Room
7.4
6.3
5.3/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.5/10
8.6/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.1/10
7.2/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.7/10
5.9/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
7.8/10
The Samsung Q70A (LCD) is good for bright room, while the Samsung AU8000 (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung Q70A is superior for bright room viewing primarily because it handles reflections better and offers higher brightness levels in both SDR and HDR content compared to the Samsung AU8000. Although both have good color volume and gamut which are important for vibrant images, the AU8000 falls short in reflection handling and brightness, making it less ideal for well-lit environments.
Cost
$948
$648
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The Samsung Q70A (LCD) has a price of $948 and the Samsung AU8000 (LCD) costs $648.
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Key similarities
Movies & TV
6.4
5.9
8.21/10
CONTRAST
6.71/10
6.8/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
6.9/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
No
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Samsung Q70A (LCD) to be only fair for movies & TV, while the Samsung AU8000 (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung Q70A provides a better movie and cinematic TV watching experience than the AU8000 primarily due to its higher contrast, enabling deeper blacks and more vibrant colors, as well as better local dimming which aids in maintaining image quality in dark scenes. The AU8000, on the other hand, falls short in these areas, offering poorer contrast and black uniformity, which can result in washed-out images and inconsistent color reproduction across the screen, factors that are crucial while watching movies.
Sports
6.7
6.5
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
6.0/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
8.6/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.1/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung Q70A (LCD) and Samsung AU8000 (LCD) are both only fair for sports.
The Samsung Q70A and AU8000 both have limitations for watching sports; the Q70A struggles with reflections and has a relatively limited viewing angle, while the AU8000, despite handling reflections better, offers a poorer response time and motion processing, making fast-paced scenes less clear. Gray uniformity on both models is adequate, which is somewhat important for sports viewing where consistent color across the screen is valuable.
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How the Samsung Q70A (LCD) and the Samsung AU8000 (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Samsung Q70A (LCD) | Samsung AU8000 (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$948 | $648 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Samsung | Samsung | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 2, 2021 | March 4, 2021 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | QN65Q70A | UN65AU8000 | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 65" | 65" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Tizen | Tizen | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 5.7/10 | 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 | 7.2/10 | 6.6/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 7.4/10 | 6.4/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 7.8/10 | 5.8/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 6.4/10 | 5.9/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.7/10 | 6.5/10 | |
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 1" | 32.7" 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 | 46.1 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 | 8.2/10 | 6.7/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 2.5/10 | 2.5/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.0 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 20 W | 20 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Bypass only | 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 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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