Samsung TU8000 vs Samsung TU8500 TV comparison 2021/05

The two 4K TVs Samsung TU8000 and Samsung TU8500 belong to the favorable end of the 2020 lineup of the South Korean technology titan. Since the two TVs not only differ visually but also technologically but also, we thoroughly explain where the technical differences are and which TV is the better one.

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Samsung TU8000 and Samsung TU8500 compared – Which TV is better?

Reflections Icon
Reflections
Image quality in bright environments and dealing with reflections
29%
Samsung TU8000 55"
33%
Samsung 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 TU8000 55"
39%
Samsung 55"
SDR Image Quality Icon
SDR Image Quality
Picture quality when viewing material in SDR, i.e. anything that is not HDR.
64%
Samsung TU8000 55"
66%
Samsung 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 TU8000 55"
45%
Samsung 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 TU8000 55"
61%
Samsung 55"
Gaming Icon
Gaming
Gaming performance of the TV especially for responsive games with focus on PS5 and Xbox Series X
61%
Samsung TU8000 55"
65%
Samsung 55"
Sports Icon
Sports
Suitability for watching soccer, Formula 1, Olympics and more, even with several persons
52%
Samsung TU8000 55"
53%
Samsung 55"
Equipment Icon
Equipment
Smart TV features, connections and general equipment of the TV
58%
Samsung TU8000 55"
69%
Samsung 55"
Samsung TU8000 55"
Samsung 55"
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Samsung TU8000 2020

Premium UHD without Dual LED

Edge LED
Edge LED
VA Panel
VA Panel
Samsung TU8000

The new Samsung TU8000 is Samsung’s entry-level television of the year 2020. It differs from the TU8500 both visually and technically: it has a different stand that leaves plenty of room in the middle, for example to place a sound bar. Technically, the dual LED feature is missing here, but the VA panel makes it particularly suitable for straight viewing and dark rooms. In terms of smart features it resembles its big brother. It’s quite suitable for gaming, as the input lag in Auto Low Latency Mode is very low. VRR is not available.

Samsung 2020

Premium UHD with Dual LED

Edge LED
Edge LED
VA Panel
VA Panel
Samsung

The Samsung TU8500 has a similar filter system to Samsung’s QLED TVs, but with lower peak brightness. This filter system is called Dual LED and results in a wider colour space than the Samsung TU8000. It also has a central stand, which makes it difficult to place an external soundbar. The VA panel makes the TU8500 equally suitable for dark rooms and straight viewing. The smart features match and both TVs have the same Samsung One Remote.

Detailed comparison: Samsung TU8000 or Samsung TU8500

Samsung TU8000 55" Check Deal
Samsung 55"
Reflections Icon
Reflections Comparison
Samsung TU8000 vs Samsung TU8500
29%
Reflections
Reflections visible
No layer against reflections
Contrast
6420 :1
Max. Brightness
300 Nits
Video technologies
33%
Reflections
Reflections visible
No layer against reflections
Contrast
6900 :1
Max. Brightness
320 Nits
Video technologies
Viewing Angle Icon
Viewing Angle Comparison
Samsung TU8000 vs Samsung TU8500
39%
Panel type
VA Panel
VA Panel
Viewing Angle
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VA Viewing Angle
Reflections
Reflections visible
Reflections visible
39%
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 TU8500
64%
Panel type
VA Panel
VA Panel
Backlight
Edge LED
Edge LED
Local Dimming
Contrast
6420 :1
Max. Brightness
300 Nits
DCI-P3
71%
Energy consumption SDR
103 kWh / 1000 Hours
66%
Panel type
VA Panel
VA Panel
Backlight
Edge LED
Edge LED
Local Dimming
Contrast
6900 :1
Max. Brightness
320 Nits
DCI-P3
71%
Energy consumption SDR
101 kWh / 1000 Hours
HDR image Icon
HDR image Comparison
Samsung TU8000 vs Samsung TU8500
41%
Panel type
VA Panel
VA Panel
Backlight
Edge LED
Edge LED
Local Dimming
Contrast
6420 :1
Max. Brightness
300 Nits
DCI-P3
71%
REC 2020
50%
Energy consumption HDR
124 kWh / 1000 Hours
Video technologies
45%
Panel type
VA Panel
VA Panel
Backlight
Edge LED
Edge LED
Local Dimming
Contrast
6900 :1
Max. Brightness
320 Nits
DCI-P3
71%
REC 2020
50%
Energy consumption HDR
106 kWh / 1000 Hours
Video technologies
Movies & Series Icon
Movies & Series Comparison
Samsung TU8000 vs Samsung TU8500
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
/
61%
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
/
Gaming Icon
Gaming performance Comparison
Samsung TU8000 vs Samsung TU8500
61%
Frequency
60Hz
Response Time
ca. 5ms
HDMI 2.1
Variable Refresh Rate
Input Lag [email protected] +HDR
ca. 10ms
65%
Frequency
60Hz
Response Time
ca. 5ms
HDMI 2.1
Variable Refresh Rate
Input Lag [email protected] +HDR
ca. 10ms
Sports Icon
Sports performance Comparison
Samsung TU8000 vs Samsung TU8500
52%
Frequency
60Hz
Response Time
ca. 5ms
DCI-P3
71%
53%
Frequency
60Hz
Response Time
ca. 5ms
DCI-P3
71%
Equipment Icon
Equipment Comparison
Samsung TU8000 vs Samsung TU8500
58%
Operating System
Tizen 5.5
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
Apple Homekit
Assistants
Amazon Alexa
kompatibel
Ambilight
One Connect Box
69%
Operating System
Tizen 5.5
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
Apple Homekit
Assistants
Amazon Alexa
kompatibel
Ambilight
One Connect Box
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Our conclusion:
Dual LED or no Dual LED?

Dual LED technology is the main difference between the Samsung TU8000 and the Samsung TU8500, making the latter an intermediate between the premium UHD series and the QLED series. Nothing half and nothing whole? It sounds a little like that. If you can do without dual LED technology and thus a larger color space, the TU8000 is a good entry-level device whose feet even leave room for a sound bar. Those who would like a better picture and don’t plan on using a soundbar are better off with the more expensive Samsung TU8500.

Samsung TU8000 2020
51%
Samsung TU8000
More about the Samsung TU8000
  • Deep 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 local dimming
  • No VRR FreeSync
  • No Dual LED
Samsung 2020
54%
Samsung
More about the Samsung TU8000
  • Deep black
  • Dual LED technology
  • High contrast
  • Very low input lag
  • Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant
  • Apple AirPlay 2
  • Samsung Smart Things
  • Poor viewing angle
  • No DTS
  • No local dimming
  • No VRR FreeSync
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