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Updated January 12, 2024·
The Samsung CU7000 is a budget-friendly option and a good fit for those who want a solid TV without spending too much. It's suitable for everyday use like watching TV shows and news, and it offers basic voice command features. However, the Vizio P-Series, while more expensive, offers superior picture quality and is better for watching movies or gaming due to its higher refresh rate and better handling of fast movements. The Vizio also has a better audio format support, which enhances the viewing experience for movies and sports, but it lacks voice command functionality. If high-quality picture and sound for movies and gaming are priorities and budget is less of an issue, the Vizio P-Series may be the more appropriate choice, but for general use with cost savings, the Samsung CU7000 should suffice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Samsung CU7000 (LCD)
- Very good motion processing
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
6.2
7.9
5.82/10
CONTRAST
8.00/10
5.6/10
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 CU7000 (LCD) has only fair picture quality.
Movies & TV
5.8
7.7
5.82/10
CONTRAST
8.00/10
6.6/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
7.0/10
6.6/10
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 CU7000 (LCD) is poor.
The Vizio P-Series is preferred for movies and cinematic TV because it has superior contrast and black uniformity, which are crucial for producing deep blacks and maintaining detail in dark scenes, while the Samsung CU7000 offers lower performance in these areas. Additionally, although both TVs have some limitations in viewing angles and color accuracy out of the box, the Vizio's strengths in these very important aspects outweigh its shortcomings, leading to a more immersive viewing experience.
Gaming
6.0
7.7
6.5/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
6.0/10
8.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.6/10
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
5.3/10
30.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
70.0/100
5.9/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.6/10
The Vizio P-Series (LCD) is good for gaming, while the Samsung CU7000 (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung CU7000 has a fair response time and a very good input lag, which means it is decent for gaming but can have slight blur in fast-moving games. The Vizio P-Series, on the other hand, also has a fair response time but just good input lag and it benefits from a higher refresh rate, which translates to smoother visuals in fast-paced games, giving it an edge over the Samsung for gaming purposes.
Cartoons & Animation
5.7
8.3
5.9/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
8.3/10
5.6/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
8.1/10
6.2/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.8/10
6.0/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
7.2/10
6.0/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.4/10
The Vizio P-Series (LCD) is very good for cartoons & animation, while the Samsung CU7000 (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung CU7000 is rated poorly for colors out of the box and color gamut which are crucial for watching cartoons & animation, indicating less vibrant and accurate colors. In contrast, the Vizio P-Series is rated very good in these same areas, ensuring brighter and more diverse colors which enhance the animation viewing experience.
News, Talk, & Other TV
6.0
7.2
6.2/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.8/10
6.6/10
UPSCALING
5.7/10
The Vizio P-Series (LCD) is good for news, talk, & other TV, while the Samsung CU7000 (LCD) is only fair.
The Vizio P-Series is valued for having better SDR brightness and a wider color gamut, ensuring that news and TV programs look more vivid and are easier to see in various lighting conditions. Conversely, the Samsung CU7000 doesn't perform as well in these areas, resulting in less impressive visual clarity and color representation when watching standard dynamic range content like news and talk shows.
Bright Room
5.8
8.9
5.3/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.2/10
6.2/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.8/10
5.4/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.3/10
5.9/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
8.6/10
The Vizio P-Series (LCD) is very good for bright room, while the Samsung CU7000 (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung CU7000 performs poorly in bright rooms due to its fair SDR brightness, poor HDR brightness, and poor handling of reflections, which can make it difficult to watch in well-lit environments. In contrast, the Vizio P-Series is very good for bright rooms, as it has very good SDR and HDR brightness and very good reflection handling, ensuring a clearer picture even when there's a lot of ambient light.
Cost
$428
$998
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The Samsung CU7000 (LCD) has a price of $428 and the Vizio P-Series (LCD) costs $998.
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Key similarities
Sports
6.6
6.4
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
5.3/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
8.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.6/10
6.6/10
UPSCALING
5.7/10
6.2/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.8/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung CU7000 (LCD) and Vizio P-Series (LCD) are both only fair for sports.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Samsung CU7000 (LCD) | Vizio P-Series (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$428 | $998 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Samsung | Vizio | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 5, 2023 | July 1, 2021 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | UN65CU7000 | 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 | 5.9/10 | 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 | 6.2/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 5.8/10 | 9/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 6/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 5.9/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.6/10 | 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 2.4" | 32.9" x 57" x 3.4" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 35.7" x 57.1" | 34.7" x 57" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 32.7 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 | 5.8/10 | 8/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 4.1/10 | 6.5/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.0 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 20 W | 30 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | Up to DTS Digital Surround, Bypass only | |
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"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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