SAMSUNG TU-8000 UHD Review (2021)

Seeing is believing and Samsung knows this very well. The global giant known for creating some of the most stunning displays across several device categories is no stranger to Televisions. The Samsung 8 series TVs are quite popular with buyers and have been in the market for a while. This particular range from Samsung strikes the right balance between performance, aesthetics, and value for money. In this review, we will look at the Samsung TU-8000 UHD TV, so let us jump right in. 

Design and build quality 

The design is minimalistic and simple that lends the TV a very sleek and modern appearance. Although the TV uses plastic for its construction, it felt sturdy enough during our testing. The bezels are quite negligible and help to add to the sleek and modern look. The thin bezels also mean that we get an almost edge to edge picture. The TV has two V-shape brushed plastic legs fixed at the bottom. The legs are sturdy and help to hold the TV in place quite firmly, although we did feel it was a bit bulky. The other noticeable design feature is the small but significant Samsung logo on the bottom bezel. Although the Samsung TU-8000 will not make heads turn with its design, it is pretty well designed for the price point. 

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Features 

The Samsung TU-8000 UHD TV comes in 6 sizes, 43 inches, 50 inches, 55 inches, 65 inches, 75 inches, and 85 inches. The device runs on a modified version of Samsung’s native Tizen Smart TV OS. The Tizen OS on the TU-8000 is a stripped-down version from that found in higher-end models, however, it does have most of the same features. It has a host of popular streaming apps such as Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, Disney+, HBO Max, Hulu, Netflix, Sling TV, and YouTube. However, the selection of apps is not as comprehensive as that on Amazon Fire TV, Google TV, or Roku TV. This is not a major drawback and the TU-8000 compensates this with other features such as Steam Link for playing games from a PC.

It also supports voice assistants like Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, or Samsung’s Bixby. The TV also supports screen mirroring as well as Apple AirPlay, and Samsung’s SmartThings app. Additionally, the TV features remote access to PCs, Samsung’s DeX docking system, and cloud access to Office 365, and also includes a web browser. In terms of connectivity and ports, the Samsun TU-8000 has 3 HDMI ports, 2 USB ports, 1 Digital Optical Audio Out as well as 1 Tuner and Ethernet ports each. While using the TV as a wall-mounted display, one of the HDMI port’s becomes unusable due to being at the back. In terms of wireless connectivity, it is fairly standard and the device offers WiFi, WiFi direct and Bluetooth 4.2. The remote control is quite simple with minimal controls and voice input options. There are keys for Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, and Samsung TV Plus.

Performance 

The TV has the Samsung Crystal 4K processor that upscales content to 4K UHD (3,840 x 2,160). The picture quality is decent and nothing amazing, which is expected at this price point. The panel is a bit dim and colour reproduction is fairly neutral and we felt it was a bit undersaturated at times. The effective contrast ratio of 7,177:1 is good but is restricted by the absence of local dimming. Once again, this is an entry-level TV and is expected. Although the TV does support HDR, the brightness is not sufficient for the footage to stand out and is average. While previewing some HDR content, we felt it lacked the depth and definition expected from an HDR video. The lack of peak brightness is very evident and is a bit disappointing but considering the pricing and the segment, it is not a deal-breaker by any means. 

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The Audio performance is decent and there is support for Dolby Atmos audio that enhances the overall experience. However, the frequency from the 20W speakers is just ok and audio distortions are noticeable especially near the maximum volume. One commendable performance feature is the input lag. The TV has a normal input lag of around 90 milliseconds, however, in gaming mode, it drops down to 20 milliseconds. This makes the TV well suited for gaming. 

In the box 

The Samsung TU-8000 comes with Remote control, 2x AA batteries, a quick setup guide manual, and Cable management clips in the box. 

Pros and Cons 

The Samsung TU-8000 is not a masterpiece of a device by any means. It falls short in a few categories such as picture quality and colour performance, a dim picture panel and the small number of HDMI ports. Another drawback is the presence of ads on the home screen. This can reduce the overall user experience as there is no option to turn the ads off. However, the device does offer some solace in terms of useful features such as screen mirroring, options for multiple voice assistants as well as AI 4K upscaling. Apart from that the device also has one of the best contrast ratios in this particular segment. It also boasts of a very low input lag factor that could make it an attractive buy for gaming enthusiasts. 

Verdict 

Our verdict is, go for the Samsung TU-8000 if you want a well-balanced package at a great price point. The design is clean, simple and the TV comes with a host of useful and handy features. The TV may not be the most stellar of performers but it does tick a lot of boxes for us. This device would make a solid buy if you can overlook some of the minor shortcomings we pointed out.

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5 Mind Blowing Black Friday 4K Ultra HD Smart TV Deals

LG 65-inch 4k Ultra HD Smart LED TV

One of the perks of Black Friday is having Big Ass, incredibly advanced TVs going for ridiculous prices. We decided to focus on the 4k Ultra HD Smart LED television sets in this post.

Whether it’s Samsung curved or regular; LG 65-inch or 55-inch; or even the massive Sony 75-inch HDR TV, these are all amazing TVs that take the viewing experience to a whole new level. The best thing? Its Black Friday, so you can add them to your home without burning a hole through your pocket, or at least not as big as a whole as you would have had it been the original listing price.

Samsung Curved 65-inch 4k Ultra HD Smart LED TV

At its price range, the Samsung 65-inch Ultra HD Smart LED TV is the best television you can find. It look so good that even when it’s turned off it makes a beautiful centerpiece for the living room. Whether it’s gaming, watching sport or going through a home-cinema experience, this TV provides as close to the perfect viewing experience possible. The Samsung 65-inch TV costs $1597.99 on Black Friday, a $369 discount.

LG 65-inch 4k Ultra HD Smart LED TV

In my book, the LG 65-inch 4k Ultra HD Smart LED TV is just a tad behind the Samsung TV with the same specs, but the Black Friday deal offered on it is pretty much unbeatable: You can buy the LG 65-inch TV for $1297 instead of $2799.99. It comes with amazing picture and sound, but the size of the discount (and the TV itself) makes it even more appealing with the performance.

Samsung 55-inch 4k Ultra HD Smart LED TV

Not curved like the first Samsung TV on this list, but everyone else is fantastic. You can buy the  Samsung 55-inch 4k Ultra HD Smart LED TV for $749.99 on its Black Friday deal, a discount of 47%. As some of the reviewers described it, it’s too smart for its own good, with incredible counter-intuitiveness, although you can control it by dialling back some features.

LG Flat 55-inch 4k Ultra HD Smart LED TV

The LG FLat 55-inch 4k Ultra HD Smart LED TV is on a great Black Friday deal, costing $1797 instead of $3999.99. I’ll leave the math of percentages to you, but it’s over 50%. Most reviews on Amazon suggested it was worth the cost at the original price, so you can be sure that buying it for under $1800 is an incredible deal, well worth your money.

Sony 75-Inch 4k HDR Ultra HD Smart TV

The biggest TV on this list, you can buy the Sony 75-inch 4k HDR Ultra HD Smart TV for $2498 on its Black Friday deal, a $800 discount. It’s one of those TVs that breaks the myth of a television not being able to show moving AND sports at high quality. The TV being capable of updating itself and behind HDR ready for things that will come in the future is another huge plus on a huge and wonderful TV for you and your family to own.