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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Samsung AU8000 is a lower midrange priced TV, often somewhat less expensive compared to the TCL R646. On the other hand, the TCL R646 is priced in the midrange, usually being somewhat more expensive than the AU8000, but it offers better overall picture quality, including brighter room performance, which would benefit you if you plan to watch TV in a bright room. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Samsung AU8000 (LCD)
- Good for upscaling
Advantages of the TCL R646 (LCD)
- Very good for bright room
- Good for dark room
- Very good for gaming
- Good for movies & TV
- Good for news, talk, & other TV
- Very good for cartoons & animation
- Good for use as monitor
- Very good reflections
Key differences
Picture Quality
6.6
7.9
6.71/10
CONTRAST
8.43/10
6.3/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.6/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
miniLED FALD
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The TCL R646 (LCD) has good picture quality, while the Samsung AU8000 (LCD) has only fair picture quality.
Movies & TV
5.9
7.8
6.71/10
CONTRAST
8.43/10
6.9/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
6.8/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
5.9/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The TCL R646 (LCD) is good for movies & TV, while the Samsung AU8000 (LCD) is poor.
The TCL R646 offers a higher contrast ratio, local dimming feature, and better black uniformity which enhances movie and cinematic TV watching by providing deeper blacks and more detailed shadows. In contrast, the Samsung AU8000 lacks local dimming, has lower contrast and black uniformity, resulting in less impactful dark scenes and a lower overall movie-watching experience.
Gaming
5.8
8.2
5.9/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
8.0/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.6/10
6.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
5.3/10
0.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
70.0/100
5.8/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.7/10
The TCL R646 (LCD) is very good for gaming, while the Samsung AU8000 (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung AU8000 has a lower response time than the TCL R646, which can result in more motion blur during fast-paced gaming; however, it boasts better input lag performance, meaning it responds to your commands more quickly. The TCL R646 not only offers a very good response time which reduces motion blur, but also supports a higher refresh rate which is advantageous for smoother gameplay, although it does have a slightly higher input lag compared to the Samsung AU8000.
Cartoons & Animation
6.9
8.4
6.1/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.6/10
6.3/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.6/10
7.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.1/10
7.2/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
7.2/10
6.8/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
8.0/10
The TCL R646 (LCD) is very good for cartoons & animation, while the Samsung AU8000 (LCD) is only fair.
The TCL R646 displays cartoons and animation very well, partly because it has better color out of the box and a superior color gamut, ensuring vibrant and accurate colors, which are vital for animated content. Conversely, the Samsung AU8000 is considered fair for the same content because it can't match the TCL's level of color performance, which slightly affects the overall viewing experience for cartoons and animations.
News, Talk, & Other TV
6.7
7.5
7.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.1/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
5.9/10
The TCL R646 (LCD) is good for news, talk, & other TV, while the Samsung AU8000 (LCD) is only fair.
The TCL R646 excels in upscaling and SDR brightness, producing more vivid colors and better clarity for standard definition content, crucial when watching news and talk shows. On the other hand, while the Samsung AU8000 provides decent performance, it has lower contrast and color accuracy out of the box compared to the TCL R646, which might result in less vibrant images.
Bright Room
6.3
8.9
5.5/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.3/10
7.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.1/10
5.7/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.3/10
7.8/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
8.1/10
The TCL R646 (LCD) is very good for bright room, while the Samsung AU8000 (LCD) is only fair.
The TCL R646 (LCD) is superior for bright room viewing as it boasts excellent SDR brightness and very good HDR brightness, along with better handling of reflections compared to the Samsung AU8000 (LCD), which has only good SDR and poor HDR brightness, and less effective reflection handling.
Cost
$648
$800
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Samsung AU8000 (LCD) has a price of $648 and the TCL R646 (LCD) costs $800.
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Key similarities
Sports
6.5
6.6
6.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
5.3/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.6/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
5.9/10
7.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.1/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The TCL R646 (LCD) and Samsung AU8000 (LCD) are both only fair for sports.
The Samsung AU8000 has better response time and viewing angles but reflects more light than the TCL R646, making the latter a better choice for rooms with a lot of light. However, the TCL R646 may show uneven colors on the screen during sports broadcasts due to its lower gray uniformity compared to the Samsung AU8000.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Samsung AU8000 (LCD) | TCL R646 (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$648 | $800 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Samsung | TCL | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 4, 2021 | August 2, 2021 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | UN65AU8000 | 65R646 | |
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 | 10/10 | |
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 | 7.9/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 6.4/10 | 9/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.8/10 | 8.2/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 5.9/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.5/10 | 6.6/10 | |
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" | 33.3" x 56.9" x 3.6" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 34.4" x 57.1" | 35.7" x 56.9" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 46.1 lbs | 63.5 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 | 8.4/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 2.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.0 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 20 W | 30 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Bypass only | Yes | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | Yes, 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 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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