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Between the Samsung CU7000 and the Sony X85J, consider the following: The Samsung CU7000 is much less expensive. It might not perform as well as the Sony in a bright room and offers lower picture quality for movies, series, and gaming. However, it has good build quality and is quite responsive for gaming. The Sony X85J, although pricier, provides better picture quality overall, especially for sports and animation, and has a better sound quality. It will perform significantly better in a bright room and has a better color expression out of the box. Still, it lacks voice command features that the Samsung offers. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Samsung CU7000 (LCD)
- The Samsung CU7000 (LCD) has no clear advantages over the Sony X85J (LCD).
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
6.2
7.3
5.82/10
CONTRAST
7.88/10
5.6/10
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 CU7000 (LCD) has only fair picture quality.
Movies & TV
5.8
6.5
5.82/10
CONTRAST
7.88/10
6.6/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
6.9/10
6.6/10
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 CU7000 (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung CU7000 performs poorly with movies and cinematic TV primarily due to its limited contrast, weak local dimming, and poor black uniformity, which are essential for displaying deep blacks and high picture quality necessary for such content. On the other hand, the Sony X85J fares better with fair performance in these areas, along with somewhat better color accuracy out of the box, which contributes to a more immersive viewing experience.
Sports
6.6
7.2
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
10.0/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
8.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.6/10
6.6/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
6.2/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.5/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Sony X85J (LCD) is good for sports, while the Samsung CU7000 (LCD) is only fair.
The Sony X85J is rated better for watching sports due to its higher motion processing capabilities, faster response time, and better motion handling, while both TVs have difficulties with reflections and limited viewing angles. The Samsung CU7000 is considered fair in this regard because of its lower motion processing performance and slower response time compared to the Sony.
Gaming
6.0
7.6
6.5/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
7.8/10
8.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.6/10
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
10.0/10
30.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
0.0/100
5.9/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.5/10
The Sony X85J (LCD) is good for gaming, while the Samsung CU7000 (LCD) is only fair.
The Sony X85J offers better gaming performance than the Samsung CU7000 because it has a higher refresh rate which can provide smoother motion, as well as better response time and lower input lag, ensuring quicker reactions to on-screen events. While both TVs are capable for gaming, the superior specifications of the Sony make it more suited for fast-paced or competitive gaming.
Cartoons & Animation
5.7
8.6
5.9/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.3/10
5.6/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.3/10
6.2/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.5/10
6.0/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
9.1/10
6.0/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
8.2/10
The Sony X85J (LCD) is very good for cartoons & animation, while the Samsung CU7000 (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung CU7000 has a fair color out of the box and poor color gamut, which means it doesn't display a wide range of colors accurately or vividly, making it less suitable for watching cartoons and animations that typically have vibrant and varied hues. In contrast, the Sony X85J has excellent colors out of the box and a good color gamut, leading to more accurate and brilliant color representation that enhances the viewing experience for animated content.
News, Talk, & Other TV
6.0
8.2
6.2/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.5/10
6.6/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
The Sony X85J (LCD) is very good for news, talk, & other TV, while the Samsung CU7000 (LCD) is only fair.
The Sony X85J provides a very good experience for watching news and talk shows as it excels in upscaling lower resolution content and has high SDR brightness, ensuring clarity and visibility in various lighting conditions. On the other hand, the Samsung CU7000 is rated as fair due to its lower capabilities in upscaling and SDR brightness, meaning it might not be as clear or bright as the Sony when viewing everyday TV programs.
Bright Room
5.8
7.3
5.3/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.3/10
6.2/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.5/10
5.4/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.1/10
5.9/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
5.9/10
The Sony X85J (LCD) is good for bright room, while the Samsung CU7000 (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung CU7000 struggles in bright rooms due to its fair SDR and poor HDR brightness, as well as its poor performance in handling reflections, making it difficult to maintain picture quality in well-lit environments. In contrast, the Sony X85J is more suited for bright rooms with its very good SDR and good HDR brightness, although it also has a poor reflections handling, it manages to outperform the Samsung with higher brightness, which can help mitigate reflection issues to some extent.
Cost
$428
$1,200
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Samsung CU7000 (LCD) has a price of $428 and the Sony X85J (LCD) costs $1,200.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Samsung CU7000 (LCD) | Sony X85J (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$428 | $1,200 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Samsung | Sony | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 5, 2023 | April 4, 2021 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | UN65CU7000 | 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 | 5.9/10 | 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 | 6.2/10 | 7.3/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 5.8/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 6/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 5.9/10 | 6.6/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.6/10 | 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 2.4" | 32.8" x 57.2" x 2.8" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 35.7" x 57.1" | 35.6" x 57.2" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 32.7 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 | 5.8/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 4.1/10 | 2.5/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.0 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 20 W | 20 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes | |
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 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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