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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you are looking for a TV at a lower midrange price with better motion handling for sports and gaming, the Samsung AU8000 is a good choice but it's typically much more expensive. On the other hand, if you are on a budget and looking for a TV for casual viewing and streaming, the TCL S435 is less costly but may not perform as well as the Samsung in a bright room or with fast-moving content. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Samsung AU8000 (LCD)
- Good for upscaling
- Good reflections
Advantages of the TCL S435 (LCD)
- Good for cartoons & animation
Key differences
Sports
6.5
5.9
6.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
3.2/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
5.8/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
5.9/10
7.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.2/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung AU8000 (LCD) is only fair for sports, while the TCL S435 (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung AU8000 offers a better experience for watching sports as it handles motion better and has a superior response to reflections compared to the TCL S435, which has a noticeably lower performance in motion processing and a poor reflections handling that can be distracting during fast-paced games. While viewing angles and gray uniformity are important, they are less so than motion clarity and reflections management for live sport; the AU8000's moderate advantage in these areas contributes to its better suitability for sports fans.
News, Talk, & Other TV
6.7
5.8
7.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.2/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
5.9/10
The Samsung AU8000 (LCD) is only fair for news, talk, & other TV, while the TCL S435 (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung AU8000 has good upscaling and SDR brightness, which enhances visibility and clarity when watching news or TV programs, while the TCL S435 has poor upscaling and SDR brightness, resulting in a less clear image in these viewing situations. The Samsung AU8000's good color out of the box also provides a more accurate and satisfying visual experience straight away, compared to the TCL S435’s excellent rating which still suggests great colors but may involve more adjustment for optimal performance.
Bright Room
6.3
5.6
5.5/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.0/10
7.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.2/10
5.7/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.1/10
7.8/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
5.9/10
The Samsung AU8000 (LCD) is only fair for bright room, while the TCL S435 (LCD) is poor.
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Key similarities
Picture Quality
6.6
6.6
6.71/10
CONTRAST
7.50/10
6.3/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.6/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
LED
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The TCL S435 (LCD) and Samsung AU8000 (LCD) both have only fair picture quality.
Movies & TV
5.9
6.1
6.71/10
CONTRAST
7.50/10
6.9/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
6.7/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
5.9/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
No
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
No
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers TCL S435 (LCD) to be only fair for movies & TV, while the Samsung AU8000 (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung AU8000 struggles with watching movies and cinematic TV in part due to its lack of local dimming, which limits its ability to produce deep blacks and a high contrast ratio, leading to less detailed dark scenes. The TCL S435 fares a bit better because it has higher contrast and better colors out of the box, but its poor local dimming and black uniformity still hinder its performance in a darkened room typical for movie viewing.
Gaming
5.8
5.5
5.9/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
6.2/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
5.8/10
6.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
3.2/10
0.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
0.0/100
5.8/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.3/10
The Samsung AU8000 (LCD) and TCL S435 (LCD) are both poor for gaming.
Cartoons & Animation
6.9
7.0
6.1/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
6.0/10
6.3/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.6/10
7.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.2/10
7.2/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
9.0/10
6.8/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
5.9/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers TCL S435 (LCD) to be good for cartoons & animation, while the Samsung AU8000 (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung AU8000 is considered fair for watching cartoons and animation because it has good colors out of the box which are important for the vibrancy and appeal of animated content, but it has only a fair color gamut which can affect the range of colors displayed. On the other hand, the TCL S435 is rated as good for the same content due to its excellent colors out of the box which ensures immediate optimal color settings, even though it shares the same fair rating for color gamut as the AU8000, suggesting that it delivers a better initial viewing experience without the need for color adjustments.
Cost
$498
$500
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
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The Samsung AU8000 (LCD) has a price of $498 and the TCL S435 (LCD) costs $500.
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Spec Comparison
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| Samsung AU8000 (LCD) | TCL S435 (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$498 | $500 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Samsung | TCL | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 3, 2021 | September 3, 2020 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | UN55AU8000 | 55S435 | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 55" | 55" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Tizen | Roku TV | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 6/10 | 5.9/10 | |
NextGen Ready | |||
NextGen Ready | No | No | |
HDMI Ports | |||
HDMI Ports | 3 | 4 | |
Coax Ports | |||
Coax Ports | 1 | 1 | |
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Picture Quality Score | |||
Picture Quality Score | 6.6/10 | 6.7/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 6.4/10 | 5.6/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.8/10 | 5.6/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 5.9/10 | 6.2/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.5/10 | 6/10 | |
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" | 28.3" x 48.7" x 3.3" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 29.5" x 48.5" | 30.4" x 48.7" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 34.2 lbs | 24.7 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 200 x 200 | 300 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 | No | |
Contrast | |||
Contrast | 6.7/10 | 7.5/10 | |
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 | 16 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Bypass only | Dolby Digital Plus Bypass Only | |
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 S435 (LCD)
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CNET
Geoffrey Morrison | June 2021
"The TCL 4-Series is so inexpensive and capable you might start to question why there are any multithousand-dollar TVs at all. The 4-Series setup is intuitive and easy. If you're just looking for an easy-to-use TV with decent picture, this is an excellent place to start."
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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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