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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Samsung Q80C is known for being at a midrange price point and offers a higher quality viewing experience, which is good for a variety of content including movies, sports, and gaming. However, it tends to be less suited for very bright rooms. On the other hand, the Samsung CU7000 is less expensive and still provides a decent picture quality that's suitable for general TV watching and news, but may not be the best for high-action content or in darker viewing environments. If you prefer to save money and mainly watch TV shows or news in bright rooms, the CU7000 is a good choice. If you’re willing to pay more for a versatile TV that excels in movie watching, sports, and gaming, and can tolerate some glare in bright rooms, the Q80C is the better option. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Samsung Q80C (LCD)
- Good for bright room
- Very good for gaming
- Good for news, talk, & other TV
- Good for cartoons & animation
- Good for use as monitor
- Good for upscaling
- Good viewing angle
Advantages of the Samsung CU7000 (LCD)
- The Samsung CU7000 (LCD) has no clear advantages over the Samsung Q80C (LCD).
Key differences
Picture Quality
7.0
6.2
5.55/10
CONTRAST
5.82/10
7.8/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
5.6/10
LED FALD
PANEL TYPE
LED
IPS
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The Samsung Q80C (LCD) has good picture quality, while the Samsung CU7000 (LCD) has only fair picture quality.
Gaming
8.1
6.0
7.8/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
6.5/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.0/10
60.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
30.0/100
8.1/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.9/10
The Samsung Q80C (LCD) is very good for gaming, while the Samsung CU7000 (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung Q80C has a higher response time score and supports a faster refresh rate, making it very good for gaming as it delivers smoother motion and less blur during fast-paced scenes. In contrast, the Samsung CU7000, while having a similar input lag performance, only supports a standard refresh rate and has a lower response time score which results in fair gaming performance as it may not handle fast-moving content as effectively.
Cartoons & Animation
7.2
5.7
7.3/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
5.9/10
7.8/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
5.6/10
8.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.2/10
6.5/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
6.0/10
7.0/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.0/10
The Samsung Q80C (LCD) is good for cartoons & animation, while the Samsung CU7000 (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung Q80C is more suitable for cartoons and animation because it displays colors more vibrantly out of the box and has a wider color gamut compared to the Samsung CU7000, resulting in better color reproduction. The CU7000 falls short in these areas, offering less accurate colors and a more limited color range, which are crucial for the vivid and varied hues typically found in animated content.
News, Talk, & Other TV
7.2
6.0
8.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.2/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
6.6/10
The Samsung Q80C (LCD) is good for news, talk, & other TV, while the Samsung CU7000 (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung Q80C outperforms the CU7000 when watching news and TV programs due to its better upscaling of lower resolution content and superior SDR brightness, making the image crisp and vibrant even in well-lit rooms. While both models offer decent performance for everyday viewing, the better contrast, local dimming, and color accuracy right out of the box contribute to the Q80C's advantage in providing a more pleasing viewing experience.
Bright Room
7.2
5.8
7.7/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.3/10
8.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.2/10
7.3/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.4/10
5.9/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
5.9/10
The Samsung Q80C (LCD) is good for bright room, while the Samsung CU7000 (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung Q80C is better for bright rooms because it has very good SDR and good HDR brightness, helping it overcome ambient light, while the Samsung CU7000 falls short with only fair SDR and poor HDR brightness, struggling in brightly lit environments. Additionally, both TVs have poor reflections handling, but the higher brightness of the Q80C provides a slight edge in combatting glare.
Cost
$1,298
$428
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Samsung Q80C (LCD) has a price of $1,298 and the Samsung CU7000 (LCD) costs $428.
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Key similarities
Movies & TV
6.1
5.8
5.55/10
CONTRAST
5.82/10
4.4/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
6.6/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
6.6/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
No
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Samsung Q80C (LCD) to be only fair for movies & TV, while the Samsung CU7000 (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung Q80C offers a more enjoyable movie experience with its more effective local dimming and good black uniformity, which improves contrast and makes dark scenes look better, whereas the Samsung CU7000 falls short in local dimming and has worse black uniformity, making it less suitable for movies that often rely on these features.
Sports
6.8
6.6
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.0/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
6.6/10
8.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.2/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung Q80C (LCD) and Samsung CU7000 (LCD) are both only fair for sports.
The Samsung Q80C has a wider viewing angle and better gray uniformity, which are benefits for sports viewing, but its reflection handling is subpar, which could be a drawback in bright rooms. The Samsung CU7000 has a fair response time for motion but its narrower viewing angles and gray uniformity are less ideal for group sports watching or if off-axis viewing is common in your setup. Both TVs have poor reflection handling, so neither is optimal for very bright environments.
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How the Samsung Q80C (LCD) and the Samsung CU7000 (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
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| Samsung Q80C (LCD) | Samsung CU7000 (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,298 | $428 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Samsung | Samsung | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 2, 2023 | April 5, 2023 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | QN65Q80C | UN65CU7000 | |
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 | 7.3/10 | 5.9/10 | |
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 | 7/10 | 6.2/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 7.3/10 | 5.8/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.2/10 | 6/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 6.2/10 | 5.9/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.9/10 | 6.6/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 32.6" x 56.9" x 1.8" | 32.7" x 57.1" x 2.4" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 35.1" x 56.9" | 35.7" x 57.1" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | Unknown | 32.7 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 | 5.6/10 | 5.8/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 5.7/10 | 4.1/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.2 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 40 W | 20 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | No | |
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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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