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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you value picture quality, especially in a bright room, and are willing to invest in a premium TV, the Samsung QN95B is the better option with higher performance in both bright and dark environments. It also has better gaming capabilities. However, the QN95B is typically much more expensive. In contrast, the Samsung CU8000 is more budget-friendly with a lower midrange price but comes with tradeoffs in picture quality, particularly in dark rooms, and has lower performance scores for gaming and general content like movies and sports. It also lacks some of the advanced features found in the QN95B, like a high refresh rate and more HDMI ports. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Samsung QN95B (LCD)
- Best in class for bright room
- Good for dark room
- Very good for gaming
- Very good for movies & TV
- Good for sports
- Excellent for news, talk, & other TV
- Excellent for cartoons & animation
- Very good for use as monitor
- Very good for upscaling
- Excellent reflections
Advantages of the Samsung CU8000 (LCD)
- The Samsung CU8000 (LCD) has no clear advantages over the Samsung QN95B (LCD).
Key differences
Picture Quality
8.3
5.8
7.00/10
CONTRAST
4.92/10
8.3/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.9/10
miniLED FALD
PANEL TYPE
LED
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The Samsung QN95B (LCD) has very good picture quality, while the Samsung CU8000 (LCD) has poor picture quality.
Movies & TV
8.1
5.3
7.00/10
CONTRAST
4.92/10
7.2/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
6.1/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
6.0/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
No
The Samsung QN95B (LCD) is very good for movies & TV, while the Samsung CU8000 (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung QN95B offers superior contrast, effective local dimming, and better black uniformity, which enhance viewing in dark scenes and movies, while the Samsung CU8000 falls short in these areas, compromising the depth and detail in cinematic content. Furthermore, the QN95B's higher color accuracy out of the box and broader color volume contribute to a more vivid and immersive experience, as opposed to the CU8000's less accurate initial colors and limited color range.
Sports
7.2
6.4
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.2/10
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
6.0/10
10.0/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.7/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung QN95B (LCD) is good for sports, while the Samsung CU8000 (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung QN95B is better for watching sports due to its excellent motion processing and quick response time, which means less blur during fast action, and it handles reflections well, offering better visibility in bright rooms. On the other hand, the Samsung CU8000 has poorer motion processing and slower response time, which may result in more blur during fast movements, and it doesn't handle reflections as effectively, reducing visibility in well-lit environments.
Gaming
8.8
5.5
8.3/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
4.9/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.2/10
70.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
0.0/100
9.3/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
The Samsung QN95B (LCD) is very good for gaming, while the Samsung CU8000 (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung QN95B is superior for gaming due to its very good response time and the best input lag performance, essential for a smooth and responsive gaming experience, whereas the Samsung CU8000 has a poor response time which makes it less suitable for fast-paced gaming where quick reflexes are important.
Cartoons & Animation
9.0
5.9
8.0/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.3/10
8.3/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.9/10
10.0/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.7/10
9.5/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
6.2/10
7.7/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.6/10
The Samsung QN95B (LCD) is excellent for cartoons & animation, while the Samsung CU8000 (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung QN95B is highly regarded for cartoons and animation due to its best-in-class colors out of the box and very good color gamut, which are crucial for vibrant and accurate on-screen images. In contrast, the Samsung CU8000 is rated poorly for these types of content, with only fair performance in colors out of the box and a good, but not excellent, color gamut, affecting how lively and realistic the animations appear.
News, Talk, & Other TV
9.0
5.7
10.0/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.7/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
6.0/10
The Samsung QN95B (LCD) is excellent for news, talk, & other TV, while the Samsung CU8000 (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung QN95B excels in upscaling lower resolution content and delivers vibrant colors out of the box, both crucial for enjoying news and talk shows with a variety of quality. In contrast, the Samsung CU8000 has lower performance in upscaling and colors are not as vibrant initially, which means that standard TV programs might not look as clear or vivid.
Bright Room
9.8
5.9
6.8/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.2/10
10.0/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.7/10
9.4/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.5/10
9.2/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
5.9/10
The Samsung QN95B (LCD) is best in class for bright room, while the Samsung CU8000 (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung QN95B is superior for bright rooms as it has the best SDR and excellent HDR brightness, paired with excellent reflection handling, ensuring clear viewing even in well-lit environments. Conversely, the Samsung CU8000 struggles in bright rooms due to its fair SDR and poor HDR brightness, and poor performance in reducing reflections, leading to a less optimal viewing experience in such conditions.
Cost
$2,198
$648
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
The Samsung QN95B (LCD) has a price of $2,198 and the Samsung CU8000 (LCD) costs $648.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Samsung QN95B (LCD) | Samsung CU8000 (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$2,198 | $648 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Samsung | Samsung | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 2, 2022 | March 4, 2023 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | QN65QN95B | UN65CU8000 | |
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 | 8.9/10 | 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 | 8.3/10 | 5.8/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 9.9/10 | 6/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.9/10 | 5.5/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 8.2/10 | 5.3/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 7.3/10 | 6.4/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 32.7" x 57" x 0.7" | 32.8" x 57.1" x 1" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 35.4" x 57" | 34.4" x 57.1" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 49.2 lbs | Unknown | |
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 | 7/10 | 4.9/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 8/10 | 2.5/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 4.2.2 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 70 W | 20 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Bypass only | Yes | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | No | |
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John Archer | March 2022
"Picture quality is fantastic truly mind-bogglingly good. It also plays into the screen’s gorgeous color performance, as spectacularly rich, vibrant tones now look both more consistently natural and balanced. With its extreme brightness and vibrant Quantum Dot color system, the QN95B delivers a dazzling demonstration of just how much of a difference HDR can make to picture quality."
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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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