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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you are looking for a TV with better overall picture quality for watching movies or gaming and are willing to pay more, the Samsung CU8000 would be a better choice. However, the TCL S470G is more budget-friendly and still offers satisfactory performance for general TV watching and news. The Samsung CU8000 would also be better suited for rooms with controlled lighting, whereas the TCL S470G might be more prone to reflections and not perform as well in bright rooms. Additionally, for advanced gaming features, the Samsung might be the preferred option, but if you are not a gamer, the TCL could suffice and save you money. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Samsung CU8000 (LCD)
- Very good motion processing
Advantages of the TCL S470G (LCD)
- Good viewing angle
Key differences
Bright Room
5.9
5.3
5.2/10
VIEWING ANGLE
7.3/10
6.7/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.1/10
5.5/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.3/10
5.9/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
6.0/10
The Samsung CU8000 (LCD) and TCL S470G (LCD) are both poor for bright room, though the Samsung CU8000 (LCD) is somewhat better.
The Samsung CU8000's subpar performance in bright rooms is due to its fair SDR and poor HDR brightness levels along with poor handling of reflections, which compromise its visibility in well-lit environments. Similarly, the TCL S470G struggles in bright conditions as it also has poor SDR and HDR brightness and only fair reflection handling, making it difficult to maintain picture quality when ambient light is present.
Cost
$1,298
$800
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Samsung CU8000 (LCD) has a price of $1,298 and the TCL S470G (LCD) costs $800.
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Key similarities
Picture Quality
5.8
5.4
4.92/10
CONTRAST
3.76/10
6.9/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.3/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
LED
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
IPS
The Samsung CU8000 (LCD) and TCL S470G (LCD) both have poor picture quality.
Movies & TV
5.3
5.0
4.92/10
CONTRAST
3.76/10
6.1/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
5.4/10
6.0/10
UPSCALING
6.0/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
No
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung CU8000 (LCD) and TCL S470G (LCD) are both poor for movies & TV.
The Samsung CU8000 has a low contrast ratio without local dimming and subpar black uniformity, which results in a less than ideal movie and cinematic TV experience as dark scenes appear washed out. In comparison, the TCL S470G has an even lower contrast ratio and ineffective local dimming that does little to improve black levels, coupled with poor color volume and gray uniformity, leading to less vibrant colors and inconsistent shades across the screen.
Sports
6.4
6.2
8.2/10
MOTION PROCESSING
3.5/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
8.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
6.0/10
UPSCALING
6.0/10
6.7/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.1/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung CU8000 (LCD) and TCL S470G (LCD) are both only fair for sports.
The Samsung CU8000 has a better response time than the TCL S470G, which is crucial for minimizing motion blur during fast sports action, but it struggles with reflections, making it less suitable for brightly lit environments. In contrast, the TCL S470G offers wider viewing angles, allowing a group of friends to watch a game from different spots in the room without losing picture quality, but its sluggish response time could impact the smoothness of fast-moving scenes. Both models are fair in gray uniformity, essential for displaying an even playing field without distracting areas.
Gaming
5.5
5.6
4.9/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
5.9/10
8.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
8.2/10
MOTION PROCESSING
3.5/10
0.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
5.0/100
5.8/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.4/10
The TCL S470G (LCD) and Samsung CU8000 (LCD) are both poor for gaming.
The Samsung CU8000 is not favored for gaming largely due to its poor response time, despite having a very good input lag. The TCL S470G also disappoints gamers with its poor response time and the added disadvantage of poor input lag, making it less responsive for gaming sessions.
Cartoons & Animation
5.9
5.7
7.3/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.2/10
6.9/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.3/10
6.7/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.1/10
6.2/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
7.4/10
6.6/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.8/10
The Samsung CU8000 (LCD) and TCL S470G (LCD) are both poor for cartoons & animation.
The Samsung CU8000 and TCL S470G have subpar performance for cartoons and animation due to their fair and good colors out of the box respectively, which might not provide the most accurate color representation needed for the vibrant colors typically found in animated content. Both TVs also have limited color gamuts, with the TCL having satisfactory color volume and the Samsung having fair color volume, affecting their ability to display the wide range of colors often used in animation.
News, Talk, & Other TV
5.7
5.4
6.7/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.1/10
6.0/10
UPSCALING
6.0/10
The Samsung CU8000 (LCD) and TCL S470G (LCD) are both poor for news, talk, & other TV.
The Samsung CU8000 struggles with upscaling, which results in news or talk shows appearing less crisp, and it doesn't have the SDR brightness to counteract bright room conditions. Conversely, the TCL S470G falls behind with its notably lower contrast making such content appear washed out, and like the Samsung, it also lacks sufficient SDR brightness, making it appear dull in well-lit environments.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Samsung CU8000 (LCD) | TCL S470G (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,298 | $800 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Samsung | TCL | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 6, 2023 | September 9, 2023 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | UN85CU8000 | 85S470G | |
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 | 7/10 | 5.9/10 | |
NextGen Ready | |||
NextGen Ready | No | No | |
HDMI Ports | |||
HDMI Ports | 3 | 3 | |
Coax Ports | |||
Coax Ports | 1 | 1 | |
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Picture Quality Score | |||
Picture Quality Score | 5.8/10 | 5.4/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 6/10 | 5.4/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.5/10 | 5.7/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 5.3/10 | 5.1/10 | |
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" | 42.8" x 74.4" x 3.8" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 44.5" x 74.8" | 45.9" x 74.4" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | Unknown | 63.9 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 | 3.8/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 2.5/10 | 2.8/10 | |
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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Stratos Kampourogiannis | November 2023
"On the bright side the S4 does have great viewing angles that can make it an excellent family TV. It has great color coverage, its input lag is extremely low, it supports Dolby Vision and comes with Google TV."
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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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