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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Samsung AU8000 is a lower midrange priced TV that is often significantly less expensive than the Sony X85J. It offers a decent overall picture and performs well for news, talk, and reality TV as well as cartoons and animation. However, it's not the best option for viewing in dark rooms and it has a lower score for gaming. On the other hand, the Sony X85J is priced in the upper midrange and has a higher cost, but it provides a better experience for gamers and sports fans due to its higher gaming and sports content performance. It's also better suited for bright rooms and has a higher overall picture quality. However, it's important to note that neither TV offers local dimming, which can enhance picture quality in dark scenes. In summary, if budget is a primary concern and you watch a lot of news or animations, the Samsung AU8000 could be a solid choice. For those with a higher budget who value gaming, sports viewing, and brighter room performance, the Sony X85J would be a better option. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Samsung AU8000 (LCD)
- Good reflections
Advantages of the Sony X85J (LCD)
- Good for bright room
- Good for gaming
- Good for sports
- Very good for news, talk, & other TV
- Very good for cartoons & animation
- Best in class for upscaling
- Best in class motion processing
Key differences
Picture Quality
6.6
7.3
6.71/10
CONTRAST
7.88/10
6.3/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.3/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
LED
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The Sony X85J (LCD) has good picture quality, while the Samsung AU8000 (LCD) has only fair picture quality.
Movies & TV
5.9
6.5
6.71/10
CONTRAST
7.88/10
6.9/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
6.9/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
No
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The Sony X85J (LCD) is only fair for movies & TV, while the Samsung AU8000 (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung AU8000 has a lower contrast ratio and poor gray uniformity, which can result in washed-out blacks and uneven coloring across the screen, thus impairing the movie-watching experience. On the other hand, the Sony X85J, while still lacking local dimming which enhances contrast, offers a higher contrast ratio and better color accuracy out of the box, providing a fair cinematic experience with relatively deeper blacks and more consistent color reproduction.
Sports
6.5
7.2
6.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
10.0/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.6/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
7.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.5/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Sony X85J (LCD) is good for sports, while the Samsung AU8000 (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung AU8000 has lower motion processing capabilities and slower response time, making it less suitable for fast-paced sports action, while the Sony X85J offers superior motion handling and a faster response time, which results in clearer motion that sports viewers typically prefer. Additionally, the AU8000's reflections handling is good, which helps in bright rooms, but its narrower viewing angles and weaker gray uniformity could detract from the group sports-watching experience; the X85J, however, has poor reflection handling which could be problematic in brightly lit environments, despite its better viewing angles and gray uniformity helping to maintain a consistent image for wider seating arrangements.
Gaming
5.8
7.6
5.9/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
7.8/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.6/10
6.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
10.0/10
0.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
0.0/100
5.8/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.5/10
The Sony X85J (LCD) is good for gaming, while the Samsung AU8000 (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung AU8000 is rated poorly for gaming mainly because of its slower response time and high input lag, while the Sony X85J offers better gaming performance with good response time and input lag which ensures a smoother and more responsive gaming experience.
Cartoons & Animation
6.9
8.6
6.1/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.3/10
6.3/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.3/10
7.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.5/10
7.2/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
9.1/10
6.8/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
8.2/10
The Sony X85J (LCD) is very good for cartoons & animation, while the Samsung AU8000 (LCD) is only fair.
The Sony X85J delivers superior color performance for cartoons and animation with a higher color gamut and color volume compared to the Samsung AU8000, directly impacting the vibrancy and accuracy of on-screen colors. Additionally, while both TVs lack in gray uniformity which affects the evenness of the picture, the better contrast and SDR brightness of the Sony X85J means colors pop more and scenes appear richer, especially in bright rooms or with varied content like animation.
News, Talk, & Other TV
6.7
8.2
7.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.5/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
The Sony X85J (LCD) is very good for news, talk, & other TV, while the Samsung AU8000 (LCD) is only fair.
The Sony X85J performs better than the Samsung AU8000 for watching news, talk shows, and other TV programs mainly due to superior upscaling of lower resolution content and offering a higher SDR brightness, which are very important for this type of viewing. Additionally, the Sony X85J has somewhat better performance in out-of-the-box colors, color gamut, and contrast, enhancing the overall picture quality compared to the AU8000.
Bright Room
6.3
7.3
5.5/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.3/10
7.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.5/10
5.7/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.1/10
7.8/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
5.9/10
The Sony X85J (LCD) is good for bright room, while the Samsung AU8000 (LCD) is only fair.
Cost
$648
$1,200
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Samsung AU8000 (LCD) has a price of $648 and the Sony X85J (LCD) costs $1,200.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Samsung AU8000 (LCD) | Sony X85J (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$648 | $1,200 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Samsung | Sony | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 4, 2021 | April 4, 2021 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | UN65AU8000 | KD-65X85J | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 65" | 65" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Tizen | Android TV | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 6/10 | 7.5/10 | |
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 | 6.6/10 | 7.3/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 6.4/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.8/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 5.9/10 | 6.6/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.5/10 | 7.3/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 32.7" x 57.1" x 1" | 32.8" x 57.2" x 2.8" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 34.4" x 57.1" | 35.6" x 57.2" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 46.1 lbs | 48.7 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 400 x 300 | 300 x 300 | |
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 | 6.7/10 | 7.9/10 | |
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 | Bypass only | Yes | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | Up to DTS Digital Surround, Bypass only | |
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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."
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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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