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Updated April 10, 2024·
If saving money is your priority and you primarily watch cartoons and animations, the Vizio D-Series could be the better choice, as it performs well in this type of content. However, the Samsung AU8000 is a bit more costly but offers better brightness for SDR content and has an extra HDMI port, which can be beneficial if you have multiple devices to connect. While both TVs may not offer the best experience in bright rooms or for gaming, the Samsung AU8000 supports more advanced HDR formats like HDR10+ and HLG, which could enhance your viewing experience if you watch content in those formats. If you plan to use the TV as a monitor, the Samsung also has better chroma subsampling, which results in clearer text and finer details. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Samsung AU8000 (LCD)
- The Samsung AU8000 (LCD) has no clear advantages over the Vizio D-Series (LCD).
Advantages of the Vizio D-Series (LCD)
- Good for cartoons & animation
Key differences
Bright Room
6.3
5.7
5.5/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.5/10
7.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
5.7/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.1/10
7.8/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
7.0/10
The Samsung AU8000 (LCD) is only fair for bright room, while the Vizio D-Series (LCD) is poor.
Cost
$378
$170
$100
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
The Samsung AU8000 (LCD) has a price of $378 and the Vizio D-Series (LCD) costs $170.
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Key similarities
Picture Quality
6.6
6.6
6.71/10
CONTRAST
6.86/10
6.3/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.4/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
LED FALD
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The Vizio D-Series (LCD) and Samsung AU8000 (LCD) both have only fair picture quality.
Movies & TV
5.9
6.2
6.71/10
CONTRAST
6.86/10
6.9/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
6.1/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
No
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
No
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Vizio D-Series (LCD) to be only fair for movies & TV, while the Samsung AU8000 (LCD) is poor.
Sports
6.5
6.1
6.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
3.2/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
6.0/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
7.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
No
The Samsung AU8000 (LCD) and Vizio D-Series (LCD) are both only fair for sports.
Gaming
5.8
5.6
5.9/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
6.2/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
6.0/10
6.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
3.2/10
0.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
10.0/100
5.8/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.3/10
The Samsung AU8000 (LCD) and Vizio D-Series (LCD) are both poor for gaming.
Cartoons & Animation
6.9
7.1
6.1/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
5.8/10
6.3/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.4/10
7.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
7.2/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
9.0/10
6.8/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
7.5/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Vizio D-Series (LCD) to be good for cartoons & animation, while the Samsung AU8000 (LCD) is only fair.
News, Talk, & Other TV
6.7
6.7
7.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
The Samsung AU8000 (LCD) and Vizio D-Series (LCD) are both only fair for news, talk, & other TV.
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Spec Comparison
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| Samsung AU8000 (LCD) | Vizio D-Series (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$378 | $170 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Samsung | Vizio | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2021 | June 2, 2022 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | UN43AU8000 | D32fM-K01 | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 43" | 32" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 1080P | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Tizen | SmartCast | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 6/10 | 6/10 | |
NextGen Ready | |||
NextGen Ready | No | No | |
HDMI Ports | |||
HDMI Ports | 3 | 2 | |
Coax Ports | |||
Coax Ports | 1 | 1 | |
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Picture Quality Score | |||
Picture Quality Score | 6.6/10 | 6.6/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 6.4/10 | 5.8/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.8/10 | 5.7/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 5.9/10 | 6.2/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.5/10 | 6.2/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 22" x 38" x 1" | 16.8" x 28.1" x 3.1" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 23.6" x 38" | 18.9" x 28.1" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 18.5 lbs | 8.4 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 200 x 200 | 100 x 100 | |
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 | No | |
Contrast | |||
Contrast | 6.7/10 | 6.9/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 2.5/10 | 3/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.0 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 20 W | 10 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Bypass only | Yes | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | No | |
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Samsung AU8000 (LCD)
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USA Today
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."
Vizio D-Series (LCD)
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Nick Pino | July 2021
"A Full HD TV that has the wits of most 4K TVs at a bottom-barrel price point. It has decent black levels thanks to its full array lighting and the above-par brightness will surprise you. Compared to the competition, the Vizio D-Series is probably the most affordable TV out there from a reputable manufacturer which makes it compelling."
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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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