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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Samsung AU8000 is a lower midrange priced TV and is often significantly less expensive than the Vizio P-Series. It offers good value if you're watching TV in a bright room and need ample features for day-to-day use, such as news or cartoons. Consider the Vizio P-Series if you prioritize picture quality and gaming performance and don't mind the higher price. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Samsung AU8000 (LCD)
- Good for upscaling
Advantages of the Vizio P-Series (LCD)
- Very good for bright room
- Good for dark room
- Good for gaming
- Good for movies & TV
- Good for news, talk, & other TV
- Very good for cartoons & animation
- Very good reflections
Key differences
Picture Quality
6.6
7.9
6.71/10
CONTRAST
8.00/10
6.3/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
8.1/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
LED FALD
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The Vizio P-Series (LCD) has good picture quality, while the Samsung AU8000 (LCD) has only fair picture quality.
Movies & TV
5.9
7.7
6.71/10
CONTRAST
8.00/10
6.9/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
7.0/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
5.7/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The Vizio P-Series (LCD) is good for movies & TV, while the Samsung AU8000 (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung AU8000 lacks local dimming and has poor gray uniformity which lowers the picture quality, especially in dark scenes common in movies and cinematic TV, whereas the Vizio P-Series offers excellent contrast, effective local dimming, and better black uniformity, providing a more immersive experience with deeper blacks and more consistent lighting.
Gaming
5.8
7.7
5.9/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
6.0/10
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
8.6/10
The Vizio P-Series (LCD) is good for gaming, while the Samsung AU8000 (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung AU8000 is considered poor for gaming primarily because of its response time, which affects how quickly the screen can display changes, making it less suitable for fast-paced games. Conversely, the Vizio P-Series offers a better gaming experience as it has a fair response time and good input lag performance, which means it is more responsive to gaming inputs and will be better for fast-action games.
Cartoons & Animation
6.9
8.3
6.1/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
8.3/10
6.3/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
8.1/10
7.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.8/10
7.2/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
7.2/10
6.8/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.4/10
The Vizio P-Series (LCD) is very good for cartoons & animation, while the Samsung AU8000 (LCD) is only fair.
The Vizio P-Series is rated very good for watching cartoons and animation primarily because its color gamut provides a broad range of colors which are essential for vibrant animated content, while the Samsung AU8000 exhibits only fair performance in terms of color gamut, limiting the range of colors displayed. Additionally, the Vizio maintains better color volume, which helps in preserving color accuracy at different brightness levels, enhancing the overall viewing experience of animated scenes compared to the Samsung AU8000.
News, Talk, & Other TV
6.7
7.2
7.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.8/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
5.7/10
The Vizio P-Series (LCD) is good for news, talk, & other TV, while the Samsung AU8000 (LCD) is only fair.
The Vizio P-Series boasts very good SDR brightness, which helps maintain picture quality in bright rooms, and superior color accuracy, which will enhance the viewing experience for everyday content like news or talk shows, factors the Samsung AU8000 is noted to perform at a lower but still reasonable level.
Bright Room
6.3
8.9
5.5/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.2/10
7.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.8/10
5.7/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.3/10
7.8/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
8.6/10
The Vizio P-Series (LCD) is very good for bright room, while the Samsung AU8000 (LCD) is only fair.
The Vizio P-Series is better equipped for bright room viewing due to its higher brightness levels in both standard and high dynamic range content and superior handling of reflections, compared to the Samsung AU8000 which has lower brightness and a good but not as high reflection handling capability. Although the Samsung AU8000 has a good contrast and color performance, the Vizio P-Series outshines it with very good scores in both contrast and color volume, which contribute to its overall superior bright room performance.
Cost
$648
$998
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The Samsung AU8000 (LCD) has a price of $648 and the Vizio P-Series (LCD) costs $998.
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Key similarities
Sports
6.5
6.4
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
5.7/10
7.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.8/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung AU8000 (LCD) and Vizio P-Series (LCD) are both only fair for sports.
The Samsung AU8000 has a shorter response time which is great for sports as it reduces motion blur, but it doesn't handle reflections as well and has narrower viewing angles compared to the Vizio P-Series. On the other hand, the Vizio P-Series, despite its slower response time which might introduce some motion blur, performs better in bright rooms due to its superior handling of reflections and also offers a wider viewing angle which is beneficial for watching sports with a group.
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Spec Comparison
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| Samsung AU8000 (LCD) | Vizio P-Series (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$648 | $998 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Samsung | Vizio | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 4, 2021 | July 1, 2021 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | UN65AU8000 | P65Q9-J01 | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 65" | 65" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Tizen | SmartCast | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 6/10 | 6.9/10 | |
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 | 7.9/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 6.4/10 | 9/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.8/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 5.9/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.5/10 | 6.4/10 | |
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" | 32.9" x 57" x 3.4" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 34.4" x 57.1" | 34.7" x 57" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 46.1 lbs | 53.3 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 400 x 300 | 400 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 | 6.7/10 | 8/10 | |
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 | 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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Brian Westover | October 2021
"We were even more pleased to see that performance had improved across the board, with the display offering better color, brightness, and shorter lag times than the already excellent Roku model. Color accuracy was great right out of the box. The TCL 5-Series Google TV becomes a great option for demanding gamers."
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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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