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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Samsung CU8000 is usually much less expensive than the Sony X85K, making it a budget-friendly choice. If you prioritize a higher refresh rate for smoother motion in sports or gaming, the Sony with its 120Hz may be better but comes at a higher cost. The Samsung operates at 60Hz, which is still suitable for general viewing but may not be as smooth. Both TVs have voice command features, but the Sony also offers adjustable stands that could be helpful if you have a smaller space. Neither is ideal for very bright rooms, so consider room lighting when making your decision. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Samsung CU8000 (LCD)
- The Samsung CU8000 (LCD) has no clear advantages over the Sony X85K (LCD).
Advantages of the Sony X85K (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
- Good reflections
Key differences
Picture Quality
5.8
7.2
4.92/10
CONTRAST
7.50/10
6.9/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.4/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
LED
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The Sony X85K (LCD) has good picture quality, while the Samsung CU8000 (LCD) has poor picture quality.
Movies & TV
5.3
6.4
4.92/10
CONTRAST
7.50/10
6.1/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
6.8/10
6.0/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
No
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The Sony X85K (LCD) is only fair for movies & TV, while the Samsung CU8000 (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung CU8000 has significantly lower contrast and worse black uniformity than the Sony X85K, which impacts its ability to display deep blacks and diminishes its picture quality for movies and cinematic content where these aspects are very important. Additionally, while both lack local dimming which could improve these metrics, the Sony X85K compensates somewhat with better color out of the box and color volume, making it fair for movies and cinematic TV, versus the Samsung CU8000 which is considered poor.
Sports
6.4
7.4
8.2/10
MOTION PROCESSING
10.0/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
8.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.3/10
6.0/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
6.7/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.4/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Sony X85K (LCD) is good for sports, while the Samsung CU8000 (LCD) is only fair.
The Sony X85K provides a better experience for watching sports due to its superior motion processing, which results in clearer action sequences, and its better handling of reflections, making it easier to watch in various lighting conditions. Conversely, the Samsung CU8000 falls short in these areas, with less effective motion processing and poorer performance in well-lit environments due to its lower reflections handling capabilities.
Gaming
5.5
7.5
4.9/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
7.6/10
8.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.3/10
8.2/10
MOTION PROCESSING
10.0/10
0.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
0.0/100
5.8/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.3/10
The Sony X85K (LCD) is good for gaming, while the Samsung CU8000 (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung CU8000 has a poor response time, which can lead to blurring during fast-paced games, whereas the Sony X85K has a good response time, minimizing motion blur. Additionally, while both TVs have good input lag performance, the Sony X85K's higher refresh rate allows for smoother gameplay, making it better suited for gaming than the Samsung CU8000.
Cartoons & Animation
5.9
8.5
7.3/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.5/10
6.9/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.4/10
6.7/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.4/10
6.2/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
9.1/10
6.6/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
7.5/10
The Sony X85K (LCD) is very good for cartoons & animation, while the Samsung CU8000 (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung CU8000 falls short when watching cartoons & animation due to its inferior colors out of the box and a limited color gamut, which are crucial for animations' vibrant and varied shades. In contrast, the Sony X85K excels in these areas, providing very good color reproduction and a wider color gamut, resulting in more vivid and accurate images for animated content.
News, Talk, & Other TV
5.7
8.2
6.7/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.4/10
6.0/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
The Sony X85K (LCD) is very good for news, talk, & other TV, while the Samsung CU8000 (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung CU8000's lower performance in upscaling content and delivering colors accurately directly out of the box makes it less suitable for watching news, talk shows, and TV programs compared to the Sony X85K, which excels in these areas, along with delivering better SDR brightness, ensuring a clearer and more vibrant viewing experience in various lighting conditions.
Bright Room
5.9
7.4
5.2/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.5/10
6.7/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.4/10
5.5/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.0/10
5.9/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
7.3/10
The Sony X85K (LCD) is good for bright room, while the Samsung CU8000 (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung CU8000 (LCD) has fair SDR brightness and poor handling of reflections, making it underperform in bright rooms; on the other hand, the Sony X85K (LCD) with its very good SDR brightness and good reflection handling is suited for such environments. The Sony X85K also benefits from better HDR brightness, contributing to a more vibrant picture in bright conditions.
Cost
$578
$678
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
$800
$900
$1,000
The Samsung CU8000 (LCD) has a price of $578 and the Sony X85K (LCD) costs $678.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Samsung CU8000 (LCD) | Sony X85K (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$578 | $678 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Samsung | Sony | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 4, 2023 | May 4, 2022 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | UN65CU8000 | KD-65X85K | |
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 | 7/10 | 6.9/10 | |
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 | 5.8/10 | 7.3/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 6/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.5/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 5.3/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.4/10 | 7.4/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 32.8" x 57.1" x 1" | 32.9" x 57.2" x 2.8" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 34.4" x 57.1" | 35.6" x 57.2" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | Unknown | 48.5 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 | 4.9/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 2.5/10 | 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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