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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Samsung CU7000 is significantly less expensive, which makes it a solid option if you're looking for a budget-friendly TV. It's a decent choice for mixed usage including movies, TV shows, and sports. However, the TCL QM8, despite being pricier, excels with superior picture quality, enhanced brightness which is better for sunny rooms, and has a higher refresh rate suitable for smoother sports viewing and gaming. Consider the TCL QM8 if a premium viewing experience and better performance in well-lit environments are high priorities, and you are comfortable with a higher price point. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Samsung CU7000 (LCD)
- Very good motion processing
Advantages of the TCL QM8 (LCD)
- Best in class for bright room
- Very good for dark room
- Very good for gaming
- Very good for movies & TV
- Very good for cartoons & animation
- Good for use as monitor
- Very good reflections
Key differences
Picture Quality
6.2
8.5
5.82/10
CONTRAST
8.00/10
5.6/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
9.2/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
miniLED FALD
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The TCL QM8 (LCD) has very good picture quality, while the Samsung CU7000 (LCD) has only fair picture quality.
Movies & TV
5.8
8.3
5.82/10
CONTRAST
8.00/10
6.6/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
8.5/10
6.6/10
UPSCALING
4.8/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The TCL QM8 (LCD) is very good for movies & TV, while the Samsung CU7000 (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung CU7000 struggles with movie and cinematic TV watching because it has a lower contrast, poor local dimming, and poor black uniformity, which can lead to washed-out dark scenes and less immersive viewing experience. In contrast, the TCL QM8 excels due to its higher contrast, effective local dimming, and excellent black uniformity, resulting in deeper blacks and more dramatic visuals essential for movie enthusiasts.
Gaming
6.0
8.3
6.5/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
8.1/10
8.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.6/10
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
30.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
90.0/100
5.9/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.3/10
The TCL QM8 (LCD) is very good for gaming, while the Samsung CU7000 (LCD) is only fair.
The TCL QM8 boasts a better response time and similar input lag compared to the Samsung CU7000, which is crucial for fast-paced gaming where every millisecond counts. Additionally, the QM8 offers a higher refresh rate capability, enhancing smoothness and reducing motion blur in games, thereby providing a more immersive gaming experience.
Cartoons & Animation
5.7
8.9
5.9/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
8.1/10
5.6/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
9.2/10
6.2/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
10.0/10
6.0/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
7.6/10
6.0/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
7.5/10
The TCL QM8 (LCD) is very good for cartoons & animation, while the Samsung CU7000 (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung CU7000 performs less admirably with cartoons and animations due to its poor colors out of the box and color gamut, which affect the vibrancy and accuracy of the on-screen images. In contrast, the TCL QM8 excels in this area thanks to its very good color gamut and excellent color volume, enabling more accurate and vivid representation of animated content.
News, Talk, & Other TV
6.0
6.8
6.2/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
10.0/10
6.6/10
UPSCALING
4.8/10
The TCL QM8 (LCD) and Samsung CU7000 (LCD) are both only fair for news, talk, & other TV, though the TCL QM8 (LCD) is somewhat better.
The Samsung CU7000 upscaling is considered very good, enhancing lower resolution content, making it suitable for regular TV programs, but its performance in color reproduction out of the box is only fair, which is less ideal for vibrant news graphics. On the other hand, the TCL QM8 does a fair job at upscaling, meaning it might not handle lower resolution content as well, but its very good colors out of the box make it a strong contender for colorful and vibrant TV broadcasts like news shows.
Bright Room
5.8
9.9
5.3/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.3/10
6.2/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
10.0/10
5.4/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.3/10
5.9/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
8.9/10
The TCL QM8 (LCD) is best in class for bright room, while the Samsung CU7000 (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung CU7000 struggles with brightness under both standard and high dynamic range viewing, which can make it appear dim in bright rooms, and it has poor handling of reflections that can also degrade the viewing experience. In contrast, the TCL QM8 offers excellent performance in bright rooms due to its superior brightness and very good reflections handling, enhancing visibility and contrast even in well-lit environments.
Cost
$898
$1,304
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Samsung CU7000 (LCD) has a price of $898 and the TCL QM8 (LCD) costs $1,304.
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Key similarities
Sports
6.6
6.5
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
8.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.6/10
6.6/10
UPSCALING
4.8/10
6.2/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
10.0/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung CU7000 (LCD) and TCL QM8 (LCD) are both only fair for sports.
The Samsung CU7000 struggles with motion processing and has lower response time for fast-moving sports, along with poor reflection handling which can be problematic in bright rooms, while the TCL QM8 has better response time for action-packed sports but still has limited viewing angles, meaning the picture could lose accuracy when viewed from the side. Both TVs display uniform grays decently, an important factor for sports with large fields or courts, but this is somewhat less important than their motion and reflection performance.
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How the Samsung CU7000 (LCD) and the TCL QM8 (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
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| Samsung CU7000 (LCD) | TCL QM8 (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$898 | $1,304 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Samsung | TCL | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 8, 2023 | May 3, 2023 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | UN85CU7000 | 85QM850G | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 85" | 85" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Tizen | Google TV | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 5.9/10 | 7/10 | |
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 | 8.6/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 5.8/10 | 9.9/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 6/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 5.9/10 | 8.3/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.6/10 | 6.6/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 42.7" x 74.6" x 2.4" | 43" x 74.6" x 2.1" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 46.7" x 74.6" | 45.6" x 74.6" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 90.6 lbs | 105.6 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 600 x 400 | 600 x 600 | |
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 | 8/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.0 | 2.1 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 20 W | 40 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | Yes, 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 TCL
TCL, the highly recognizable TV brand from China, has firmly established itself as the second-largest manufacturer in terms of sales volume. Renowned for striking an impressive balance between affordability, picture quality, and design, TCL TVs deliver a compelling overall package. While they have traditionally excelled in the low-end and midrange TV segments, TCL has recently made remarkable strides in the realm of high-end televisions, introducing impressive models that rival top competitors. Most TCL TVs use Roku software which is very user friendly and easy to use, but they have a few other models that use Google TV which has the largest app selection, but is not as user friendly as Roku.
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