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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Samsung AU8000 is in the lower midrange price segment and may be significantly more expensive than the TCL Q6, which is priced in the budget range. The Samsung TV offers better performance for watching news, talk, and reality TV, and it has higher scores for cartoons and animation, reflecting better performance for that content. On the other hand, the TCL Q6 has an edge in bright room usage, albeit with slightly lower performance for sports content. If you want to save money and need better performance in a bright room, the TCL Q6 could be a more fitting choice. However, if you're willing to pay more for overall better quality for watching news, cartoons, and animations, and a generally higher quality experience across different types of content, the Samsung AU8000 might be the better option for you. Both TVs offer similar gaming performance. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Samsung AU8000 (LCD)
- Good for upscaling
- Good reflections
Advantages of the TCL Q6 (LCD)
- Good for bright room
Key differences
News, Talk, & Other TV
6.7
6.2
7.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.1/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
6.3/10
The Samsung AU8000 (LCD) and TCL Q6 (LCD) are both only fair for news, talk, & other TV, though the Samsung AU8000 (LCD) is somewhat better.
The Samsung AU8000 offers adequate upscaling and colors straight out of the box for news and talk shows; however, it has less vibrant colors due to its limited color gamut. In contrast, the TCL Q6 also handles upscaling fairly but struggles with out-of-the-box color accuracy, although it boasts a better color gamut which may improve the representation of more colorful content. Both TVs have an unremarkable contrast and lack local dimming which can affect the depth of the image, but the TCL has a slight advantage in SDR brightness which is beneficial in brightly lit rooms.
Bright Room
6.3
7.2
5.5/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.4/10
7.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.1/10
5.7/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.6/10
7.8/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
5.9/10
The TCL Q6 (LCD) is good for bright room, while the Samsung AU8000 (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung AU8000, while it has good SDR brightness and handles reflections well, is outperformed by the TCL Q6 which has very good SDR brightness but poor reflection handling. Even with lower reflection handling capabilities, the superior brightness of the TCL Q6 makes it more suitable for bright rooms compared to the Samsung AU8000.
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Key similarities
Picture Quality
6.6
6.9
6.71/10
CONTRAST
5.64/10
6.3/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.5/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
LED
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The TCL Q6 (LCD) and Samsung AU8000 (LCD) both have only fair picture quality.
Movies & TV
5.9
5.9
6.71/10
CONTRAST
5.64/10
6.9/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
9.0/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
6.3/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The TCL Q6 (LCD) and Samsung AU8000 (LCD) are both poor for movies & TV.
The Samsung AU8000 and TCL Q6 both have LCD screens with VA panels, which typically offer good contrast, but neither TV has local dimming to enhance that contrast, making dark scenes in movies less impactful. Additionally, the Samsung AU8000 struggles with black uniformity, which can result in cloudy or blotchy dark scenes, whereas the TCL Q6, while better at black uniformity, offers poorer color accuracy out of the box, which might require calibration for an optimal cinematic experience.
Sports
6.5
6.2
6.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
6.3/10
7.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.1/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung AU8000 (LCD) and TCL Q6 (LCD) are both only fair for sports.
The Samsung AU8000 is better at handling reflections and has a quicker response time than the TCL Q6, making it more suitable for sports viewing in bright rooms and for fast-moving scenes. However, the TCL Q6 struggles with reflections and has slower motion processing which might cause blur during fast-paced sports, but both TVs have similar viewing angles and gray uniformity, making neither a standout in these aspects.
Gaming
5.8
5.8
5.9/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
6.4/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
6.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
0.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
19.0/100
5.8/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.1/10
The TCL Q6 (LCD) and Samsung AU8000 (LCD) are both poor for gaming.
The Samsung AU8000 has a poor response time which affects the smoothness of motion in games, while the TCL Q6, despite having fair response time, both models have excellent input lag which is crucial for timely reactions during gaming but lack higher refresh rates that could improve the overall gaming experience.
Cartoons & Animation
6.9
6.6
6.1/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.3/10
6.3/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.5/10
7.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.1/10
7.2/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
5.8/10
6.8/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.2/10
The Samsung AU8000 (LCD) and TCL Q6 (LCD) are both only fair for cartoons & animation.
The Samsung AU8000 is judged to have good colors out of the box but a fair color gamut, which means the initial color settings are appealing but the range of colors it can display is limited. In contrast, the TCL Q6 is considered poor with colors out of the box yet has a good color gamut and color volume, indicating it can display a wider range of colors but may require adjustment for the best experience.
Cost
$498
$500
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The Samsung AU8000 (LCD) has a price of $498 and the TCL Q6 (LCD) costs $500.
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Spec Comparison
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| Samsung AU8000 (LCD) | TCL Q6 (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$498 | $500 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Samsung | TCL | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 3, 2021 | July 1, 2023 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | UN55AU8000 | 55Q650G | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 55" | 55" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Tizen | Google TV | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 6/10 | 6.4/10 | |
NextGen Ready | |||
NextGen Ready | No | No | |
HDMI Ports | |||
HDMI Ports | 3 | 3 | |
Coax Ports | |||
Coax Ports | 1 | 1 | |
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Picture Quality Score | |||
Picture Quality Score | 6.6/10 | 7/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 6.4/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.8/10 | 5.9/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 5.9/10 | 6/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.5/10 | 6.3/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 27.9" x 48.5" x 1" | 28" x 48.3" x 3.2" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 29.5" x 48.5" | 29.9" x 48.3" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 34.2 lbs | 24.2 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 200 x 200 | 200 x 300 | |
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 | Yes | |
Contrast | |||
Contrast | 6.7/10 | 5.6/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 2.5/10 | 3.5/10 | |
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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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."
TCL Q6 (LCD)
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Michael Gowan | July 2023
"If you’re looking for a good overall viewing experience without spending a lot, the TCL Q6 fits the bill. With its good color reproduction, the image on the screen will do just fine, especially for HDR content."
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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 TCL
TCL, the highly recognizable TV brand from China, has firmly established itself as the second-largest manufacturer in terms of sales volume. Renowned for striking an impressive balance between affordability, picture quality, and design, TCL TVs deliver a compelling overall package. While they have traditionally excelled in the low-end and midrange TV segments, TCL has recently made remarkable strides in the realm of high-end televisions, introducing impressive models that rival top competitors. Most TCL TVs use Roku software which is very user friendly and easy to use, but they have a few other models that use Google TV which has the largest app selection, but is not as user friendly as Roku.
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