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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you are looking for an affordable option and mostly watch TV in brighter rooms, the Samsung AU8000 may suit your needs while also saving you money. However, it won't perform as well in darker settings and has a lower overall picture quality. On the other hand, if you're a gamer or enjoy movies and can invest more, the Vizio Quantum Pro offers superior picture quality, better performance in both dark and bright rooms, and advanced gaming features. It is more costly, but it also provides a higher quality viewing experience regardless of content type. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Samsung AU8000 (LCD)
- Good for upscaling
Advantages of the Vizio Quantum Pro (LCD)
- Good for bright room
- Very good for gaming
- Good for cartoons & animation
- Good for use as monitor
- Good viewing angle
- Very good reflections
Key differences
Picture Quality
6.6
7.2
6.71/10
CONTRAST
5.64/10
6.3/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
8.2/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
LED FALD
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
IPS
The Vizio Quantum Pro (LCD) has good picture quality, while the Samsung AU8000 (LCD) has only fair picture quality.
Movies & TV
5.9
6.6
6.71/10
CONTRAST
5.64/10
6.9/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
5.4/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
5.7/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The Vizio Quantum Pro (LCD) is only fair for movies & TV, while the Samsung AU8000 (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung AU8000 has better black uniformity and no local dimming, which can lead to inferior contrast in dark scenes, important for movies and cinematic content. Conversely, the Vizio Quantum Pro's weaker black uniformity but presence of local dimming suggest it may manage contrast a bit better but not optimally, affecting its performance for the same content.
Gaming
5.8
8.1
5.9/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
8.0/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.6/10
6.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
3.9/10
0.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
70.0/100
5.8/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.5/10
The Vizio Quantum Pro (LCD) is very good for gaming, while the Samsung AU8000 (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung AU8000 has poor response time, which can lead to more noticeable blur during fast-moving scenes, a drawback for gaming, though it excels in input lag, meaning the delay between pressing a button and seeing the action on-screen is minimal.
Cartoons & Animation
6.9
7.5
6.1/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
8.0/10
6.3/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
8.2/10
7.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.9/10
7.2/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
6.7/10
6.8/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
5.9/10
The Vizio Quantum Pro (LCD) is good for cartoons & animation, while the Samsung AU8000 (LCD) is only fair.
Bright Room
6.3
7.7
5.5/10
VIEWING ANGLE
7.2/10
7.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.9/10
5.7/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.4/10
7.8/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
8.4/10
The Vizio Quantum Pro (LCD) is good for bright room, while the Samsung AU8000 (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung AU8000 has good SDR brightness but poor HDR brightness and handles reflections well, while the Vizio Quantum Pro offers very good SDR and good HDR brightness along with very good reflections handling, making it more suitable for bright rooms. Though the AU8000 has good contrast which is somewhat important, the significantly higher brightness and better reflection handling by the Vizio Quantum Pro are more critical for bright room viewing.
Cost
$648
$837
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The Samsung AU8000 (LCD) has a price of $648 and the Vizio Quantum Pro (LCD) costs $837.
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Key similarities
Sports
6.5
6.4
6.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
3.9/10
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
8.9/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung AU8000 (LCD) and Vizio Quantum Pro (LCD) are both only fair for sports.
The Samsung AU8000 has poor response time which might result in motion blur during fast-paced sports, and its reflections handling is fair, meaning it may struggle with glare in bright rooms. In comparison, the Vizio Quantum Pro also has fair capability for reflections handling, and while it shows good motion processing, its narrow viewing angles can limit the view for groups spread out in the room.
News, Talk, & Other TV
6.7
6.6
7.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.9/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
5.7/10
The Samsung AU8000 (LCD) and Vizio Quantum Pro (LCD) are both only fair for news, talk, & other TV.
The Samsung AU8000's upscaling is better suited for watching news and TV programs which typically aren't in high-definition, while its colors out of the box are also good, meaning less fiddling with settings for a satisfactory image. In contrast, the Vizio Quantum Pro excels with very good SDR brightness and a very good color gamut, making it superior in bright rooms and providing vibrant colors, but it falls short in upscaling, which is less ideal for low-resolution content.
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Spec Comparison
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| Samsung AU8000 (LCD) | Vizio Quantum Pro (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$648 | $837 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Samsung | Vizio | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 4, 2021 | September 1, 2023 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | UN65AU8000 | VQP65C | |
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 | 6.4/10 | |
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 | 7.3/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 6.4/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.8/10 | 8.2/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 5.9/10 | 6.7/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
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" | 32.7" x 56.9" x 2.9" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 34.4" x 57.1" | 35.5" x 56.9" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 46.1 lbs | 39.68 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 400 x 300 | 400 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 | 5.6/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 2.5/10 | 6/10 | |
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 | Yes | |
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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 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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