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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Samsung Q70A may be the better choice if you prioritize overall picture quality, gaming performance, and room versatility. It performs well in both dark and bright rooms and offers a higher quality for movies compared to the Samsung CU8000. However, the Q70A is generally more expensive. If the price is a significant concern and you still want a decent performance for cartoons, animation, or news programs, the Samsung CU8000 could be adequate. It comes at a lower price but has diminished picture quality and gaming performance compared to the Q70A. Note that it may not perform as well in darker settings. 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
- Good for upscaling
Advantages of the Samsung CU8000 (LCD)
- The Samsung CU8000 (LCD) has no clear advantages over the Samsung Q70A (LCD).
Key differences
Picture Quality
7.2
5.8
8.21/10
CONTRAST
4.92/10
7.0/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.9/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
LED
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The Samsung Q70A (LCD) has good picture quality, while the Samsung CU8000 (LCD) has poor picture quality.
Movies & TV
6.4
5.3
8.21/10
CONTRAST
4.92/10
6.8/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
6.1/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
6.0/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
No
The Samsung Q70A (LCD) is only fair for movies & TV, while the Samsung CU8000 (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung Q70A offers substantially better contrast and black uniformity compared to the Samsung CU8000, which makes the Q70A a better choice for movies and cinematic content where these features are very important. While both TVs struggle with viewing angles and reflections, making them less optimal for wide seating arrangements, the Q70A's superior color performance out of the box and color volume also contribute to a more pleasing viewing experience for cinematic content compared to the CU8000.
Gaming
7.7
5.5
8.0/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
4.9/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.2/10
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 CU8000 (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung Q70A offers a very good response time, which minimizes motion blur during gaming, and it has low input lag for a responsive gaming experience. In contrast, the Samsung CU8000, while having good input lag, has a poor response time, which may result in more noticeable blur when playing fast-paced games.
Cartoons & Animation
8.2
5.9
7.1/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.3/10
7.0/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.9/10
8.6/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.7/10
8.5/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
6.2/10
6.0/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.6/10
The Samsung Q70A (LCD) is very good for cartoons & animation, while the Samsung CU8000 (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung Q70A provides a very good color experience right out of the box, which is crucial for cartoons and animation, whereas the Samsung CU8000 merely delivers fair performance here, likely leading to less vibrant and accurate initial colors.
News, Talk, & Other TV
7.6
5.7
8.6/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.7/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
6.0/10
The Samsung Q70A (LCD) is good for news, talk, & other TV, while the Samsung CU8000 (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung Q70A provides better upscaling and SDR brightness compared to the Samsung CU8000, which is essential for clear and vivid display when watching news and regular TV programs in various lighting conditions. Additionally, the Q70A has higher contrast and more accurate colors out of the box, contributing to a more detailed and engaging viewing experience for daily content such as talk shows.
Bright Room
7.4
5.9
5.3/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.2/10
8.6/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.7/10
7.2/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.5/10
5.9/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
5.9/10
The Samsung Q70A (LCD) is good for bright room, while the Samsung CU8000 (LCD) is poor.
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Key similarities
Sports
6.7
6.4
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.2/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
6.0/10
8.6/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.7/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung Q70A (LCD) and Samsung CU8000 (LCD) are both only fair for sports.
The Samsung Q70A boasts a better response time and motion handling than the CU8000, making it more suitable for fast-paced sports without motion blur, although it falls short in terms of reflections, where both TVs struggle with handling glare. The viewing angles are limited on both models, meaning the picture quality could degrade when viewed from the side, and while the CU8000 has fairly even gray uniformity, it isn't a significant advantage over the Q70A for sports.
Cost
$1,760
$1,698
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The Samsung Q70A (LCD) has a price of $1,760 and the Samsung CU8000 (LCD) costs $1,698.
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How the Samsung Q70A (LCD) and the Samsung CU8000 (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
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| Samsung Q70A (LCD) | Samsung CU8000 (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,760 | $1,698 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Samsung | Samsung | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 4, 2021 | March 6, 2023 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | QN85Q70A | UN85CU8000 | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 85" | 85" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Tizen | Tizen | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 5.7/10 | 7/10 | |
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 | 5.8/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 7.4/10 | 6/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 7.8/10 | 5.5/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 6.4/10 | 5.3/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.7/10 | 6.4/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 42.8" x 74.9" x 1.1" | 42.8" x 74.8" x 1.1" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 45.4" x 74.9" | 44.5" x 74.8" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 91.5 lbs | Unknown | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 600 X 400 | 600 x 400 | |
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 | 4.9/10 | |
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 | 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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