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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Samsung CU8000 is a tad less expensive than the Sony X80K. If you favor sports and watch TV in well-lit rooms, the Sony X80K may be the better choice, though it comes at a slightly higher price. If you're looking to save a bit of money, the Samsung CU8000 could be for you, but with some tradeoffs in certain viewing scenarios. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Samsung CU8000 (LCD)
- The Samsung CU8000 (LCD) has no clear advantages over the Sony X80K (LCD).
Advantages of the Sony X80K (LCD)
- Good for sports
- Good for news, talk, & other TV
- Good for cartoons & animation
- Best in class for upscaling
- Best in class motion processing
- Good viewing angle
Key differences
Sports
6.4
7.4
8.2/10
MOTION PROCESSING
10.0/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
8.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
6.0/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
6.7/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.5/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Sony X80K (LCD) is good for sports, while the Samsung CU8000 (LCD) is only fair.
The Sony X80K is better for watching sports as it has superior motion processing and response times, which minimize blur in fast-moving scenes. Also, the X80K has better viewing angles and manages reflections more effectively than the Samsung CU8000, making it more suitable for group viewing in brighter rooms.
Cartoons & Animation
5.9
7.2
7.3/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.1/10
6.9/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.6/10
6.7/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.5/10
6.2/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
8.5/10
6.6/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
8.0/10
The Sony X80K (LCD) is good for cartoons & animation, while the Samsung CU8000 (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung CU8000 is rated lower for cartoons and animation because it produces colors out of the box and a color gamut that are less vibrant compared to the Sony X80K, which is rated as very good in delivering accurate and wide range of colors right away, making it more suitable for the vivid, varied palettes often found in animated content. Additionally, aspects like color volume and gray uniformity, where the Sony X80K also performs better, contribute to a more consistent and immersive viewing experience for animations.
News, Talk, & Other TV
5.7
7.2
6.7/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.5/10
6.0/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
The Sony X80K (LCD) is good for news, talk, & other TV, while the Samsung CU8000 (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung CU8000 has fair SDR brightness and poor upscaling which negatively impacts the clarity of lower-resolution news channels and programs, whereas the Sony X80K offers good SDR brightness and excellent upscaling, ensuring that non-HD content is displayed with higher clarity and detail, enhancing the viewing experience for news, talk shows, and other TV programs.
Cost
$398
$450
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
The Samsung CU8000 (LCD) has a price of $398 and the Sony X80K (LCD) costs $450.
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Key similarities
Picture Quality
5.8
6.0
4.92/10
CONTRAST
5.06/10
6.9/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.6/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
LED
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Sony X80K (LCD) to have only fair picture quality, while the Samsung CU8000 (LCD) has poor picture quality.
Movies & TV
5.3
5.5
4.92/10
CONTRAST
5.06/10
6.1/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
5.2/10
6.0/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
No
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The Sony X80K (LCD) and Samsung CU8000 (LCD) are both poor for movies & TV.
The Samsung CU8000 and Sony X80K both have poor performance in watching movies and cinematic TV primarily because they lack in contrast, local dimming, and black uniformity, leading to less vivid dark scenes and flatter overall picture quality. Additionally, their color accuracy right out of the box, color volume, gray uniformity, and viewing angles are only moderate, which detracts from a more immersive and consistent viewing experience across different content and viewing positions.
Gaming
5.5
5.8
4.9/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
6.2/10
8.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
8.2/10
MOTION PROCESSING
10.0/10
0.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
0.0/100
5.8/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.3/10
The Sony X80K (LCD) and Samsung CU8000 (LCD) are both poor for gaming.
The Samsung CU8000 has a poor response time, which can cause motion blur during fast-paced gaming, while both the Samsung CU8000 and Sony X80K have only fair input lag, leading to a delay between user input and on-screen reaction . The Sony X80K however is not specified for its response time but shares the same refresh rate with the Samsung CU8000, which may also limit the smoothness of gameplay.
Bright Room
5.9
6.4
5.2/10
VIEWING ANGLE
7.5/10
6.7/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.5/10
5.5/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.1/10
5.9/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
6.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Sony X80K (LCD) to be only fair for bright room, while the Samsung CU8000 (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung CU8000 is less suitable for bright rooms primarily due to its lower ability to handle reflections compared to the Sony X80K, making it more prone to glare. Additionally, the brightness levels for the Sony X80K are rated better for both SDR and HDR content, helping it maintain picture visibility in well-lit environments.
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How the Samsung CU8000 (LCD) and the Sony X80K (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
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| Samsung CU8000 (LCD) | Sony X80K (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$398 | $450 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Samsung | Sony | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2023 | March 1, 2022 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | UN43CU8000 | KD-43X80K | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 43" | 43" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Tizen | Android TV | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 7/10 | 6.7/10 | |
NextGen Ready | |||
NextGen Ready | No | Yes | |
HDMI Ports | |||
HDMI Ports | 3 | 4 | |
Coax Ports | |||
Coax Ports | 1 | 1 | |
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Picture Quality Score | |||
Picture Quality Score | 5.8/10 | 6/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 6/10 | 6.4/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.5/10 | 5.9/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 5.3/10 | 5.5/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.4/10 | 7.4/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 22" x 38" x 1" | 22.2" x 37.9" x 2.7" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 23.6" x 38" | 24.7" x 37.9" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | Unknown | 22.3 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 200 x 200 | 200 x 200 | |
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 | 4.9/10 | 5.1/10 | |
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 | Yes | Yes | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | Yes | |
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Matthew Murray | February 2023
"The Sony Bravia X80K is an inexpensive LCD TV that turns out pleasing visuals and is armed with a number of other desirable features. Sony’s robust internal processing, results in generally better picture quality than you’ll usually get for this price. In practice, the X80K is satisfying to watch. You’re not going to get as sumptuous a picture as you may with other TVs from Sony or other companies, but we didn’t encounter anything that looked bad on it."
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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 Sony
Sony stands as a highly experienced and widely trusted TV manufacturer, earning a reputation that surpasses all others. A Japanese company, Sony has been making TVs for far longs than it has been making Playstation game consoles. Sony's high-end TVs are often regarded as the ultimate choice for videophiles, representing the epitome of quality, albeit at a premium price point. Renowned for their advanced and precise motion handling, as well as their cutting-edge local dimming algorithms, Sony consistently delivers unparalleled performance in these areas. They include Google TV software with all their TV sets, which grants access to the largest selection of apps available and they also include Bravia Core which is a movie streaming platform specifically for Sony TVs that offers higher picture quality by using more bandwidth.
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