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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Samsung CU8000 is a lower midrange priced LCD TV and a budget-friendly option compared to the often significantly more expensive midrange Vizio Quantum Pro LCD TV. If you prioritize value for money and an overall decent performance in a variety of viewing conditions, the Samsung CU8000 might be suitable. However, if you prefer superior picture quality and are willing to invest more, the Vizio Quantum Pro offers better visual performance, such as enhanced color and brightness that can improve your experience when watching movies or playing games, especially in a bright room. The Vizio also has a higher refresh rate, which is advantageous for sports and gaming but requires a bigger investment. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Samsung CU8000 (LCD)
- Very good motion processing
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
5.8
7.2
4.92/10
CONTRAST
5.64/10
6.9/10
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 CU8000 (LCD) has poor picture quality.
Movies & TV
5.3
6.6
4.92/10
CONTRAST
5.64/10
6.1/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
5.4/10
6.0/10
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 CU8000 (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung CU8000 struggles with movies and cinematic TV due to its lower contrast, lack of local dimming, and poor black uniformity, which lead to less impressive dark scenes and a lackluster viewing experience in dim environments. In contrast, the Vizio Quantum Pro offers better contrast, effective local dimming, and superior color volume, enhancing the viewing experience with deeper blacks and more vibrant colors, though its gray uniformity and viewing angles are only somewhat better, which might affect the picture quality when viewed from the side.
Gaming
5.5
8.1
4.9/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
8.0/10
8.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.6/10
8.2/10
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 CU8000 (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung CU8000 has a poor response time, which can detract from the gaming experience by not displaying quick movements smoothly, although it has very good input lag, making it responsive to gaming controls. In contrast, the Vizio Quantum Pro boasts very good response time for fluid motion display and good input lag for responsiveness, alongside a higher refresh rate, enhancing its capabilities for gaming significantly.
Cartoons & Animation
5.9
7.5
7.3/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
8.0/10
6.9/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
8.2/10
6.7/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.9/10
6.2/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
6.7/10
6.6/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
5.9/10
The Vizio Quantum Pro (LCD) is good for cartoons & animation, while the Samsung CU8000 (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung CU8000 has fair colors out of the box and good color gamut but it falls short in color volume, affecting its performance with cartoons and animations. On the other hand, the Vizio Quantum Pro boasts very good color gamut and color volume, providing vibrant and diverse colors essential for a superior experience when watching animated content.
News, Talk, & Other TV
5.7
6.6
6.7/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.9/10
6.0/10
UPSCALING
5.7/10
The Vizio Quantum Pro (LCD) is only fair for news, talk, & other TV, while the Samsung CU8000 (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung CU8000 is considered poor for watching news and other TV programs due to its lower SDR brightness and weak upscaling, which can affect picture clarity. On the other hand, the Vizio Quantum Pro is rated fair for the same content because it has better SDR brightness and upscaling capabilities that enhance viewing experience, although both TVs have room for improvement in color reproduction right out of the box.
Bright Room
5.9
7.7
5.2/10
VIEWING ANGLE
7.2/10
6.7/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.9/10
5.5/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.4/10
5.9/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
8.4/10
The Vizio Quantum Pro (LCD) is good for bright room, while the Samsung CU8000 (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung CU8000 has a fair SDR brightness and poor reflections handling, which makes it less suitable for bright rooms. In contrast, the Vizio Quantum Pro provides a very good SDR brightness and a very good ability to handle reflections, making it a better choice for well-lit environments.
Cost
$648
$598
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
$800
$900
$1,000
The Samsung CU8000 (LCD) has a price of $648 and the Vizio Quantum Pro (LCD) costs $598.
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Key similarities
Sports
6.4
6.4
8.2/10
MOTION PROCESSING
3.9/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
8.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.6/10
6.0/10
UPSCALING
5.7/10
6.7/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.9/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Vizio Quantum Pro (LCD) and Samsung CU8000 (LCD) are both only fair for sports.
Both the Samsung CU8000 and Vizio Quantum Pro have their drawbacks for watching sports; the Samsung has poor response time which means it might not handle fast motion as smoothly, and while the Vizio has very good response time, it has a low score on motion processing which could result in less clear action on screen. Additionally, both TVs have challenges with reflections handling and viewing angles which could affect the viewing experience in well-lit rooms and from side angles.
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How the Samsung CU8000 (LCD) and the Vizio Quantum Pro (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Samsung CU8000 (LCD) | Vizio Quantum Pro (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$648 | $598 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Samsung | Vizio | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 4, 2023 | September 1, 2023 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | UN65CU8000 | 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 | 7/10 | 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 | 5.8/10 | 7.3/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 6/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.5/10 | 8.2/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 5.3/10 | 6.7/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.4/10 | 6.5/10 | |
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" | 32.7" 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 | Unknown | 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 | 4.9/10 | 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 | Yes | Yes | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | Yes | |
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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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