Samsung TU8000 vs Samsung RU8000 TV comparison 2021/05

In this comparison, we’ll find out if the Samsung TU8000 from 2020 surpasses its predecessor, the Samsung RU8000 from 2019. The results are surprising and we have quite questioned some of Samsung’s decisions. Let us say this much in advance: movie fans and gamers can confidently choose the RU8000 and even save a little money.
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Samsung TU8000 and Samsung RU8000 compared – Which TV is better?

Reflections Icon
Reflections
Image quality in bright environments and dealing with reflections
29%
Samsung TU8079 55"
42%
Samsung RU8000 55"
Viewing Angle Icon
Viewing Angle
Picture quality when sitting at an angle to the TV - Also relevant when sitting very close in front of a large TV.
39%
Samsung TU8079 55"
42%
Samsung RU8000 55"
SDR Image Quality Icon
SDR Image Quality
Picture quality when viewing material in SDR, i.e. anything that is not HDR.
64%
Samsung TU8079 55"
66%
Samsung RU8000 55"
HDR Image Quality Icon
HDR Image Quality
Picture quality when viewing material in HDR, so everything from HDR, HDR10, HLG to HDR10+ & Dolby Vision.
41%
Samsung TU8079 55"
48%
Samsung RU8000 55"
Movies & Series Icon
Movies & Series
Use of the TV for movies, series & documentaries - be it as stream, BluRay or in the TV program.
59%
Samsung TU8079 55"
59%
Samsung RU8000 55"
Gaming Icon
Gaming
Gaming performance of the TV especially for responsive games with focus on PS5 and Xbox Series X
61%
Samsung TU8079 55"
85%
Samsung RU8000 55"
Sports Icon
Sports
Suitability for watching soccer, Formula 1, Olympics and more, even with several persons
52%
Samsung TU8079 55"
51%
Samsung RU8000 55"
Equipment Icon
Equipment
Smart TV features, connections and general equipment of the TV
58%
Samsung TU8079 55"
54%
Samsung RU8000 55"
Samsung TU8079 55"
Rating V2.0
Samsung RU8000 55"
Rating V2.9

Note: These TV models are from different model years.

2020: Samsung TU8079
2019: Samsung RU8000

Please note that we update our valuation formula every year to reflect new technologies. This can lead to significant differences in the valuations.

Samsung TU8079 2020

2020 Premium UHD

Edge LED
Edge LED
VA Panel
VA Panel
Samsung TU8079

The new Samsung TU8000 is to be the improved version of the RU8000 from last year. In terms of smart features, it surpasses its predecessor: in addition to the latest streaming services, it supports voice control with all available services as well as Apple AirPlay 2. If smart home is important to you, Samsung Smart Things can be used – something that is missing with the RU8000. Unfortunately, the TU8000 offers fewer gaming features and only a 60 Hz display.

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Samsung RU8000 2019

Edge LED
Edge LED
VA Panel
VA Panel
Samsung RU8000

The Samsung RU8000 from 2019 is the predecessor of the TU8000, but offers better features. It is very similar to the TU8000 in terms of image characteristics and panel. What it differs in, however, is the refresh rate and the smart features. 120 Hz panels from 55 inches and VRR FreeSync should please gamers. In return, the Smart Features are a bit worse.

Attention. The Samsung RU8000 is an older TV for which the database is not up to date. Therefore, the ratings may differ.
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Detailed comparison: Samsung TU8000 or Samsung RU8000

Samsung TU8079
Samsung TU8079 55"
Samsung RU8000
Samsung RU8000 55"
Reflections Icon
Reflections Comparison
Samsung TU8000 vs Samsung RU8000
29%
Reflections
Reflections visible
No layer against reflections
Contrast
6420 :1
Video technologies
42%
Reflections
Reflections visible
No layer against reflections
Contrast
5760 :1
Video technologies
Viewing Angle Icon
Viewing Angle Comparison
Samsung TU8000 vs Samsung RU8000
39%
Panel type
VA Panel
VA Panel
Viewing Angle
narrow
VA Viewing Angle
Reflections
Reflections visible
Reflections visible
42%
Panel type
VA Panel
VA Panel
Viewing Angle
narrow
VA Viewing Angle
Reflections
Reflections visible
Reflections visible
SDR image Icon
SDR image Comparison
Samsung TU8000 vs Samsung RU8000
64%
Panel type
VA Panel
VA Panel
Backlight
Edge LED
Edge LED
Local Dimming
Contrast
6420 :1
Max. Brightness SDR
- not available -
DCI-P3
ca. 71%
Energy consumption SDR
103 kWh / 1000 Hours
66%
Panel type
VA Panel
VA Panel
Backlight
Edge LED
Edge LED
Local Dimming
Contrast
5760 :1
Max. Brightness SDR
- not available -
DCI-P3
ca. 66%
Energy consumption SDR
- not available -
HDR image Icon
HDR image Comparison
Samsung TU8000 vs Samsung RU8000
41%
Panel type
VA Panel
VA Panel
Backlight
Edge LED
Edge LED
Local Dimming
Contrast
6420 :1
Max. Brightness
ca. 300 Nits
DCI-P3
ca. 71%
REC 2020
ca. 50%
Energy consumption HDR
124 kWh / 1000 Hours
Video technologies
48%
Panel type
VA Panel
VA Panel
Backlight
Edge LED
Edge LED
Local Dimming
Contrast
5760 :1
Max. Brightness
ca. 365 Nits
DCI-P3
ca. 66%
REC 2020
ca. 57%
Energy consumption HDR
- not available -
Video technologies
Movies & Series Icon
Movies & Series Comparison
Samsung TU8000 vs Samsung RU8000
59%
HDR Image Quality
SDR Image Quality
Environment & Reflections
Tuner
Analog (NTSC/PAL/SECAM) DVB-T DVB-T2 DVB-C DVB-S DVB-S2
Twin Tuner
Audio
2 Channels with 20 Watt
Audio formats
HDMI ARC / eARC
/
59%
HDR Image Quality
48%
SDR Image Quality
66%
Environment & Reflections
42%
Tuner
Analog (NTSC/PAL/SECAM) DVB-T DVB-T2 DVB-C DVB-S DVB-S2
Twin Tuner
Audio
2.0 Channels with 20 Watt
Audio formats
HDMI ARC / eARC
/
Gaming Icon
Gaming performance Comparison
Samsung TU8000 vs Samsung RU8000
61%
Frequency
60Hz
Response Time
ca. 5ms
HDMI 2.1
Variable Refresh Rate
Max. Brightness HDR (Game Mode)
- not available -
Input Lag 4K@60Hz +HDR
ca. 10ms
Input Lag 4K@120Hz
- not available -
85%
Frequency
120Hz
Response Time
ca. 4.0ms
HDMI 2.1
Variable Refresh Rate
Max. Brightness HDR (Game Mode)
- not available -
Input Lag 4K@60Hz +HDR
ca. 14.7ms
Input Lag 4K@120Hz
- not available -
Sports Icon
Sports performance Comparison
Samsung TU8000 vs Samsung RU8000
52%
Frequency
60Hz
Response Time
ca. 5ms
DCI-P3
ca. 71%
51%
Frequency
120Hz
Response Time
ca. 4.0ms
DCI-P3
ca. 66%
Equipment Icon
Equipment Comparison
Samsung TU8000 vs Samsung RU8000
58%
Operating System
Tizen 5.5
Image processor
- not specified -
Bluetooth
Twin Tuner
Integrated soundbar
Audio
2 Channels with 20 Watt
HDMI ARC / eARC
/
Audio formats
USB recording PVR
HDMI 2.0
3
HDMI 2.1
USB 2.0
2
USB 3.0
Ethernet RJ45
1
3.5mm jack
Digital optical
1
Ci+ Slots
Ci+ 1.4
Timeshift
Apple Airplay 2
Apple Homekit
Assistants
Google Assistant
kompatibel
Amazon Alexa
kompatibel
Ambilight
One Connect Box
Stand
Removable
54%
Operating System
Tizen 5.0
Image processor
- not specified -
Bluetooth
Twin Tuner
Integrated soundbar
Audio
2.0 Channels with 20 Watt
HDMI ARC / eARC
/
Audio formats
USB recording PVR
HDMI 2.0
4
HDMI 2.1
USB 2.0
2
USB 3.0
Ethernet RJ45
1
3.5mm jack
Digital optical
1
Ci+ Slots
Ci+ 1.4
Timeshift
Apple Airplay 2
Apple Homekit
Assistants
Ambilight
One Connect Box
Stand
Removable
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Our conclusion:
Better smart features or better gaming features?

One thing first: just because the Samsung RU8000 is a year older but that doesn’t mean it’s any worse. In fact, it does have a number of features that will appeal to film fans and passionate gamers who don’t want to go into the poor house. The VA panel has a refresh rate of 120 Hz and it supports VRR FreeSync for Xbox One X or S as well as PCs with AMD graphics cards. In terms of smart features, however, it draws the short straw. The TU8079 surpasses in that it supports Samsung Smart Things.

But is that enough to make the Samsung TU8079 the winner? In our opinion, the Samsung RU8009 is the better TV. The RU8009 is much brighter, supports a wide color gamut, has the more convincing gaming features and better motion handling. You can confidently do without some smart features. Nevertheless, the TU8079 performs better in dark rooms because its black is much more uniform.

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Samsung TU8079 2020
51%
Samsung TU8079
Rating V2.0
More about the Samsung TU8000
  • Deeper blacks
  • High contrast
  • Very low input lag
  • Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant
  • Apple AirPlay 2
  • Samsung Smart Things
  • 60 Hz
  • Poor viewing angle
  • No DTS
  • No Wide Color Gamut
  • No local dimming
  • No VRR FreeSync
43"
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Samsung RU8000 2019
56%
Samsung RU8000
Rating V2.9
  • Deep black
  • High contrast
  • wide color gamut
  • 120 Hz
  • VRR FreeSync
  • Very low input lag
  • Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant
  • Apple AirPlay 2
  • Poor viewing angle
  • No DTS
  • No local dimming
55"
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