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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Samsung CU8000 offers more advanced features and tends to be on the more expensive side. It's a good fit if you're willing to invest in a better streaming experience, and it also boasts a faster response time, which is beneficial for gaming. On the other hand, the TCL S455 is more budget-friendly and offers good performance for its price. It might not match the Samsung in terms of features and speed, but it's a solid choice if you're looking to save money while still getting a quality television. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Samsung CU8000 (LCD)
- Very good motion processing
Advantages of the TCL S455 (LCD)
- Good for upscaling
Key differences
Picture Quality
5.8
6.5
4.92/10
CONTRAST
6.43/10
6.9/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.3/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
LED
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The TCL S455 (LCD) has only fair picture quality, while the Samsung CU8000 (LCD) has poor picture quality.
Movies & TV
5.3
6.0
4.92/10
CONTRAST
6.43/10
6.1/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
9.2/10
6.0/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
No
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
No
The TCL S455 (LCD) is only fair for movies & TV, while the Samsung CU8000 (LCD) is poor.
For watching movies and cinematic TV, the Samsung CU8000 has less impressive blacks and local dimming which can reduce the picture quality in dark scenes, while the TCL S455, though better in those aspects, may not display colors as richly and variously, affecting the overall vibrancy of the image. Both TVs may struggle with color accuracy out of the box and viewing angles, making them less ideal for wider seating arrangements or critical viewing.
News, Talk, & Other TV
5.7
6.4
6.7/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.3/10
6.0/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
The TCL S455 (LCD) is only fair for news, talk, & other TV, while the Samsung CU8000 (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung CU8000's fair SDR brightness and lack of local dimming lead to a less robust picture quality for news, talk shows, and regular TV programs. In contrast, the TCL S455, although it shares a fair SDR brightness, benefits from better upscaling and a higher contrast ratio, which slightly enhances the overall viewing experience of similar content.
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Key similarities
Sports
6.4
6.1
8.2/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
8.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
6.0/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
6.7/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.3/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung CU8000 (LCD) and TCL S455 (LCD) are both only fair for sports.
The Samsung CU8000 has a poor response time which affects the clarity of fast-moving scenes, a significant drawback for sports, but it has a considerably low input lag for less delay in displaying content. In comparison, the TCL S455 features fair response time providing better motion clarity for dynamic sports action but struggles with reflection handling, resulting in potential glare issues in bright rooms. Both TVs might display inconsistent shades of gray across the screen, impacting the uniformity of sports fields or courts. Viewing angles are limited on both models, leading to color and contrast shifts when viewed from the side.
Gaming
5.5
5.7
4.9/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
6.0/10
8.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
8.2/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
0.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
10.0/100
5.8/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
The TCL S455 (LCD) and Samsung CU8000 (LCD) are both poor for gaming.
The Samsung CU8000 has a poor response time, making it slow to render changes in fast-moving scenes, which is not ideal for gaming where speed is crucial. On the other hand, the TCL S455, while offering the best input lag, which is good for quick reactions in gaming, also has a fair response time, which can result in slight blurring during fast action.
Cartoons & Animation
5.9
6.0
7.3/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
5.9/10
6.9/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.3/10
6.7/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.3/10
6.2/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
6.6/10
6.6/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
5.8/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers TCL S455 (LCD) to be only fair for cartoons & animation, while the Samsung CU8000 (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung CU8000's colors out of the box are rated fair and it has a good color gamut, suggesting that it displays a wide range of colors decently well immediately after setup, which is important for animation. On the other hand, the TCL S455 also has fair colors out of the box but a poor color gamut, indicating it may not showcase animation as vibrantly due to its limited range of colors.
Bright Room
5.9
6.0
5.2/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.1/10
6.7/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.3/10
5.5/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.6/10
5.9/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
6.3/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers TCL S455 (LCD) to be only fair for bright room, while the Samsung CU8000 (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung CU8000 has poorer SDR and HDR brightness levels and is considered poor in handling reflections, making it less suited for bright rooms. In contrast, the TCL S455 has slightly better SDR and HDR brightness, fair for handling reflections and a higher contrast, which could make it more acceptable in brighter environments.
Cost
$1,298
$1,317
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
$1,800
$2,000
The Samsung CU8000 (LCD) has a price of $1,298 and the TCL S455 (LCD) costs $1,317.
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How the Samsung CU8000 (LCD) and the TCL S455 (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
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| Samsung CU8000 (LCD) | TCL S455 (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,298 | $1,317 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Samsung | TCL | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 6, 2023 | May 7, 2022 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | UN85CU8000 | 85S455 | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 85" | 85" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Tizen | Roku TV | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 7/10 | 6.3/10 | |
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 | 6.6/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 6/10 | 6/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.5/10 | 5.7/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 5.3/10 | 6/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.4/10 | 6.2/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 42.8" x 74.8" x 1.1" | 43" x 74.7" x 3.1" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 44.5" x 74.8" | 45.9" x 74.7" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | Unknown | 79.4 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 600 x 400 | 600 x 300 | |
DISPLAY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Color Depth | |||
Color Depth | 10 bit | 10 bit | |
Black Frame Insertion | |||
Black Frame Insertion | Yes | No | |
Auto Low Latency Mode | |||
Auto Low Latency Mode | Yes | Yes | |
Contrast | |||
Contrast | 4.9/10 | 6.4/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 2.5/10 | 3/10 | |
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 | No | |
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Lee Neikirk | January 2022
"A highly affordable but reliably kitted-out 4K Roku TV that, while far from perfect, still punches above its price and delivers a great user experience. If you want to soup up movie night for a bargain, the 4-Series won’t let you down. You may never need to plug in a set-top box or streaming device."
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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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