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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize gaming and want a TV that performs better in both dark and bright rooms, the Samsung Q80C is the better option. It will be more expensive than the Vizio V-Series, which is a budget-friendly choice. The Vizio is suitable if you are looking for a TV at a lower price point and don't need top-tier performance for gaming or viewing in a variety of lighting conditions. 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 use as monitor
- Good for upscaling
- Very good motion processing
- Good viewing angle
Advantages of the Vizio V-Series (LCD)
- The Vizio V-Series (LCD) has no clear advantages over the Samsung Q80C (LCD).
Key differences
Sports
6.8
6.1
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
3.9/10
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
5.8/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung Q80C (LCD) and Vizio V-Series (LCD) are both only fair for sports, though the Samsung Q80C (LCD) is somewhat better.
The Samsung Q80C handles reflections better and has a significantly better response time for watching sports, but the Vizio V-Series offers a wider viewing angle, which is beneficial for larger gatherings or wide seating arrangements. However, both the Samsung Q80C and the Vizio V-Series have motion processing and gray uniformity that are only considered fair, which can affect the overall clarity and consistency of the image during fast-paced sports games.
Gaming
8.1
5.6
7.8/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
5.9/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
3.9/10
60.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
0.0/100
8.1/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.4/10
The Samsung Q80C (LCD) is very good for gaming, while the Vizio V-Series (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung Q80C excels in gaming mainly due to its superior response time and input lag scores, which means it can display fast-moving content with less blur and respond to gaming inputs more quickly. In comparison, the Vizio V-Series ranks lower on these counts, resulting in more noticeable blur in fast scenes and slower reaction to input, which can be a disadvantage while gaming.
News, Talk, & Other TV
7.2
6.3
8.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
6.6/10
The Samsung Q80C (LCD) is good for news, talk, & other TV, while the Vizio V-Series (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung Q80C offers better upscaling and SDR brightness, which are very important for watching news, talk shows, and other TV programs, ensuring that lower resolution content looks sharper and the picture remains visible in brighter rooms. On the other hand, the Vizio V-Series falls short in these areas but has a higher contrast, which benefits color depth, although this is less crucial for the type of content in question.
Bright Room
7.2
5.8
7.7/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.1/10
8.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
7.3/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.3/10
5.9/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
6.3/10
The Samsung Q80C (LCD) is good for bright room, while the Vizio V-Series (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung Q80C is better suited for bright rooms due to its superior SDR and HDR brightness, coupled with fair reflection handling, whereas the Vizio V-Series struggles with poor reflection handling and lower brightness levels in both SDR and HDR, making it less suitable for well-lit environments. While both offer decent color volume and gamut, the difference in contrast with the Samsung Q80C being higher doesn't offset the significant advantage the Q80C has in room brightness factors.
Cost
$1,298
$400
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Samsung Q80C (LCD) has a price of $1,298 and the Vizio V-Series (LCD) costs $400.
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Key similarities
Picture Quality
7.0
6.8
5.55/10
CONTRAST
8.21/10
7.8/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.2/10
LED FALD
PANEL TYPE
LED
IPS
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Samsung Q80C (LCD) to have good picture quality, while the Vizio V-Series (LCD) has only fair picture quality.
Movies & TV
6.1
6.3
5.55/10
CONTRAST
8.21/10
4.4/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
7.7/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
6.6/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The Vizio V-Series (LCD) and Samsung Q80C (LCD) are both only fair for movies & TV.
Cartoons & Animation
7.2
7.0
7.3/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
5.9/10
7.8/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.2/10
8.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
6.5/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
8.3/10
7.0/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
5.9/10
The Samsung Q80C (LCD) and Vizio V-Series (LCD) are both good for cartoons & animation.
The Samsung Q80C is appreciated for cartoons and animations due to its fair colors out of the box and good color gamut, producing vibrant and accurate imagery on the screen. Conversely, the Vizio V-Series boasts very good color accuracy immediately upon use, but its color gamut is poor, which may affect the range of colors displayed, though it would still present cartoons effectively but with potentially less vividness.
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How the Samsung Q80C (LCD) and the Vizio V-Series (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
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| Samsung Q80C (LCD) | Vizio V-Series (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,298 | $400 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Samsung | Vizio | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 2, 2023 | June 5, 2021 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | QN65Q80C | V655-J09 | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 65" | 65" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Tizen | SmartCast | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 7.3/10 | 6.4/10 | |
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 | 6.9/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 7.3/10 | 5.9/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.2/10 | 5.7/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 6.2/10 | 6.4/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.9/10 | 6.1/10 | |
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" | 33.1" x 57.4" x 2.5" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 35.1" x 56.9" | 35.6" x 57.4" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | Unknown | 39.2 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 400 x 300 | 400 x 200 | |
DISPLAY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Color Depth | |||
Color Depth | 10 bit | 10 bit | |
Black Frame Insertion | |||
Black Frame Insertion | Yes | No | |
Auto Low Latency Mode | |||
Auto Low Latency Mode | Yes | Yes | |
Contrast | |||
Contrast | 5.6/10 | 8.2/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 5.7/10 | 2.5/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.2 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 40 W | 18 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Bypass only | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | Yes, Bypass only | |
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Geoffrey Morrison | June 2021
"Vizio's cheapest 4K HDR TV packs in a lot for a low price. The voice control via the remote works well, about as well as Roku's version on devices that have it. So if you know your way around a TV menu, or want to be able to dial in the picture even on an inexpensive TV, the Vizio is the better choice"
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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.
About Vizio
Vizio is an American company. While they initially gained recognition for offering budget-friendly TVs, they have successfully expanded their product lineup to include high-end options as well. They manufacture TVs primarily in Mexico, China, and Vietnam. Similar to many Korean TV brands, Vizio developed its own smart TV software called SmartCast. In the past, SmartCast was not the best smart TV software, but it has evolved so that it is now good for using your TV and connecting to streaming services.
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