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The Vizio M-Series generally offers better performance in most categories, particularly for watching movies and in both dark and bright rooms, where it displays better contrast and handles reflections well. It's also a solid choice for watching cartoons and animation, and it features better out-of-the-box color accuracy. The Samsung CU8000, while often less expensive, has its strengths too. It performs well for sports content and has very low input lag, which is good for gaming. However, its picture quality in dark environments isn't as strong, and it also has less impressive local dimming capabilities. If you prioritize watching movies and want strong performance in varied lighting conditions, the Vizio might be worth the additional cost. If you're focused on sports and gaming and are looking to save money, the Samsung might suit your needs. Both TVs have similar sound quality, so if audio is a concern, an external sound system would be beneficial for either choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Samsung CU8000 (LCD)
- Very good motion processing
Advantages of the Vizio M-Series (LCD)
- Good for dark room
- Good for movies & TV
- Good for news, talk, & other TV
- Very good for cartoons & animation
Key differences
Picture Quality
5.8
7.6
4.92/10
CONTRAST
7.88/10
6.9/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.8/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
LED FALD
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The Vizio M-Series (LCD) has good picture quality, while the Samsung CU8000 (LCD) has poor picture quality.
Movies & TV
5.3
7.6
4.92/10
CONTRAST
7.88/10
6.1/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
6.7/10
6.0/10
UPSCALING
6.6/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The Vizio M-Series (LCD) is good for movies & TV, while the Samsung CU8000 (LCD) is poor.
Gaming
5.5
6.4
4.9/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
6.7/10
8.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
8.2/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
0.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
60.0/100
5.8/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.0/10
The Vizio M-Series (LCD) is only fair for gaming, while the Samsung CU8000 (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung CU8000 has a poorer response time and no better input lag compared to the Vizio M-Series, which means the Vizio M-Series may be more responsive for gaming even though neither are top-performing in this regard. Additionally, while both TVs have the same refresh rate, the Vizio's superior response time can make it better for gaming where fast motion is common.
Cartoons & Animation
5.9
8.3
7.3/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
8.1/10
6.9/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.8/10
6.7/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.5/10
6.2/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
8.3/10
6.6/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.8/10
The Vizio M-Series (LCD) is very good for cartoons & animation, while the Samsung CU8000 (LCD) is poor.
The Vizio M-Series displays cartoons and animation very effectively due to its strong performance in rendering accurate colors straight out of the box and having a broad color gamut, which contributes to vibrant and varied color reproduction. On the other hand, the Samsung CU8000 falls short in cartoons and animation because, despite a satisfactory color gamut, its color accuracy out of the box and color volume are less impressive, leading to less vivid and diverse colors in comparison.
News, Talk, & Other TV
5.7
7.6
6.7/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.5/10
6.0/10
UPSCALING
6.6/10
The Vizio M-Series (LCD) is good for news, talk, & other TV, while the Samsung CU8000 (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung CU8000 struggles with upscaling and SDR brightness, impacting its performance for news and talk shows which typically don't provide high-definition content, whereas the Vizio M-Series performs better in these areas, offering clearer images and appropriate brightness for standard dynamic range content, which is common in regular TV programming. Additionally, the Vizio M-Series delivers better colors straight out of the box, contributing to a more vibrant and accurate viewing experience for everyday programs.
Bright Room
5.9
6.6
5.2/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.0/10
6.7/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.5/10
5.5/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
5.9/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
6.6/10
The Vizio M-Series (LCD) is only fair for bright room, while the Samsung CU8000 (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung CU8000 struggles with reflection handling, making it less ideal for bright rooms compared to the Vizio M-Series, which handles reflections better. Additionally, the Vizio offers a wider color volume, contributing to a more satisfying viewing experience in various lighting conditions.
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Key similarities
Sports
6.4
6.2
8.2/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
8.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
6.0/10
UPSCALING
6.6/10
6.7/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.5/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung CU8000 (LCD) and Vizio M-Series (LCD) are both only fair for sports.
The Samsung CU8000 has a fair response time for watching sports, which means it may not handle fast-moving scenes as smoothly, and its poor reflections handling can be troublesome in bright rooms. In contrast, the Vizio M-Series also offers a fair response time, resulting in similar motion clarity issues for sports; however, it has fair reflections handling making it slightly better suited for well-lit environments.
Cost
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The Samsung CU8000 (LCD) has a price of $525 and the Vizio M-Series (LCD) costs $550.
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How the Samsung CU8000 (LCD) and the Vizio M-Series (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
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| Samsung CU8000 (LCD) | Vizio M-Series (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$525 | $550 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Samsung | Vizio | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 3, 2023 | July 2, 2021 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | UN55CU8000 | M55Q7-J01 | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 55" | 55" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Tizen | SmartCast | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 7/10 | 8/10 | |
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 | 5.8/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 6/10 | 6.7/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 5.3/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.4/10 | 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" | 28.1" x 48.3" x 3.4" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 29.5" x 8" | 29.3" x 48.3" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | Unknown | 30.5 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 200 x 200 | 300 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 | 7.9/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 2.5/10 | 5.7/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.0 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 20 W | 20 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Bypass only | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | Up to DTS Digital Surround, Bypass only | |
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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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