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If you prioritize top-notch picture quality, especially for movies and gaming, and are willing to invest in a high-end TV, then the Samsung S95C OLED is the better choice. It offers exceptional contrast, outstanding dark room performance, wide viewing angles, and very low input lag, along with better color and motion handling capabilities, making it well-suited for various content types, including sports. It also has better sound quality and more advanced features. However, if you are looking for a more budget-friendly option and do not require the premium features of the OLED, the Samsung AU8000 LCD provides decent picture quality for casual viewing, works well in bright rooms, and is a good choice for news, cartoons, and reality TV. It's also a solid option for casual gaming. The S95C will generally offer a significantly better experience, but if the price is a major concern and your usage is more casual, the AU8000 could suffice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Samsung S95C (OLED)
- Excellent for bright room
- Best in class for dark room
- Best in class for gaming
- Excellent for movies & TV
- Very good for sports
- Excellent for news, talk, & other TV
- Excellent for cartoons & animation
- Best in class for use as monitor
- Very good for upscaling
- Very good motion processing
- Best in class viewing angle
- Best in class reflections
Advantages of the Samsung AU8000 (LCD)
- The Samsung AU8000 (LCD) has no clear advantages over the Samsung S95C (OLED).
Key differences
Picture Quality
9.5
6.6
10.00/10
CONTRAST
6.71/10
9.3/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.3/10
RGB OLED
PANEL TYPE
LED
QD-OLED
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The Samsung S95C (OLED) has best in class picture quality, while the Samsung AU8000 (LCD) has only fair picture quality.
Movies & TV
9.4
5.9
10.00/10
CONTRAST
6.71/10
10.0/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
6.9/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
No
The Samsung S95C (OLED) is excellent for movies & TV, while the Samsung AU8000 (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung S95C OLED TV provides an exceptional movie and cinematic TV experience thanks to its perfect black levels, achieved by an OLED panel with superb contrast, and local dimming that enhances depth in dark scenes. In contrast, the Samsung AU8000 LCD TV struggles in these areas due to its limited contrast, lack of local dimming capabilities, and poorer black uniformity, which can make movie scenes appear washed out rather than deep and realistic.
Sports
8.7
6.5
8.2/10
MOTION PROCESSING
6.0/10
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
7.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.1/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung S95C (OLED) is very good for sports, while the Samsung AU8000 (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung S95C OLED TV is better for watching sports due to its best response time and excellent motion processing capabilities, which result in clear images with minimal blur during fast action. On the other hand, the Samsung AU8000 LCD TV has a fair performance in motion processing and a poor response time, making it less suitable for fast-moving sports content, and struggles with viewing angles and reflections, which are crucial when watching with friends from different spots in a bright room.
Gaming
10.0
5.8
10.0/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
5.9/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
8.2/10
MOTION PROCESSING
6.0/10
100.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
0.0/100
8.8/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
The Samsung S95C (OLED) is best in class for gaming, while the Samsung AU8000 (LCD) is poor.
Cartoons & Animation
9.4
6.9
9.2/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
6.1/10
9.3/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.3/10
7.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.1/10
8.8/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
7.2/10
9.8/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.8/10
The Samsung S95C (OLED) is excellent for cartoons & animation, while the Samsung AU8000 (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung S95C OLED TV is excellent for watching cartoons and animations due to its superb color reproduction out of the box and its wide color gamut, which means it can display a broad range of colors vividly and accurately. In contrast, the Samsung AU8000 LCD TV is judged as fair in this regard because while its color performance out of the box is good, it has a more limited color gamut, leading to less vibrant and diverse color representation.
News, Talk, & Other TV
9.1
6.7
7.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.1/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
The Samsung S95C (OLED) is excellent for news, talk, & other TV, while the Samsung AU8000 (LCD) is only fair.
Bright Room
9.0
6.3
10.0/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.5/10
7.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.1/10
8.5/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.7/10
10.0/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
7.8/10
The Samsung S95C (OLED) is excellent for bright room, while the Samsung AU8000 (LCD) is only fair.
Cost
$3,300
$648
$0
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
$5,000
The Samsung S95C (OLED) has a price of $3,300 and the Samsung AU8000 (LCD) costs $648.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Samsung S95C (OLED) | Samsung AU8000 (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$3,300 | $648 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Samsung | Samsung | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 2, 2023 | March 4, 2021 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | QN65S95C | 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 | 8/10 | 6/10 | |
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 | 9.5/10 | 6.6/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 9/10 | 6.4/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 10/10 | 5.8/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 9.5/10 | 5.9/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 8.8/10 | 6.5/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 32.7" x 56.8" x 0.4" | 32.7" x 57.1" x 1" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 35.2" x 56.8" | 34.4" x 57.1" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | Unknown | 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 | 10/10 | 6.7/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 10/10 | 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 | Yes | 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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