Samsung UE55TU8000, An In-Depth Review of the 55-Inch 4K TV for Everyday Entertainment
by Samuel Kalenga on Aug 30, 2024
Samsung UE55TU8000: A Detailed Exploration
The Samsung UE55TU8000, 2020 is a Television set of the TU8000 series which claims to 'create a feel-good balance between performance and price' with its 138.7 cm (55') display, 3,840 x 2,160 (4K) resolution and a number of propriety features designed to elevate your viewing experience. Let's break it down.Unveiling the Key Features of the Samsung UE55TU8000
**4K Resolution** – The UE55TU8000 features 4K resolution (3840 x 2160 pixels), which brings a huge boost in pixels compared with its Full HD (1080 p) predecessors. This is a considerable benefit in terms of picture quality, making the picture exceptionally sharp and detailed, with more clarity and a greater sense of depth. If you want the most lifelike picture possible, 4K is the future of TV because of these benefits. Whether your watching the latest blockbusters at the cinema, playing the latest games in the latest VR headset, surfing the web on your phone or sat at your computer, everything is in 4K resolution. A command of 4K TV is undeniable as it offers a picture that goes far beyond Full HD, blazing a new trail of life-like image quality that pulls you further into what’s on your screen.
**Crystal Processor 4K: The hardware behind picture perfection** The power of the UE55TU8000 is driven by a version of Samsung’s processor chip called the Crystal Processor 4K. It’s responsible for what you see with a picture, doing this by analysing each frame and working on it to optimise contrast, fine tune colour accuracy and enhance hidden details. The screen sets itself based on the content, meaning if it’s brighter it will look will enhance the darker, more subtle parts of a movie or TV show. As such, it will work intelligently to get the very best out of your viewing experience regardless of what it is you have to watch.
**HDR: TV technology that makes what you watch look unreal** HDR makes what you watch look more life-like thanks to its improved approach to contrast and colour. This is thanks to a wider range of blacks and whites along with better depth of shadow and brighter highlights, adding swathes of beauty to the picture, not to mention a punchier experience that really draws you in and makes whatever you’re watching massively enriching and enjoyable.
**Smart TV: Your gateway to a world of content** Inside the TV is Samsung’s smart TV operating system called Tizen. This gives you access to all manner of streaming services such as Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Hulu and YouTube – in fact, it gives you access to anywhere in the world of streaming and all you need to do is pick what takes your fancy. And it isn’t just that. With the Tizen platform, you can download hundreds of applications, not just to stream movies, but for any activity. If you want to see the latest YouTube channel, or watch a film, why not just look on the internet direct from your screen? The UE55TU8000 really makes TV experience more engaging by allowing users to interact with the big screen and beyond, offering a multi-purpose entertainment console with seamless TV and web browsing.
**Design: looks to die for** The design of the UE55TU8000 is stunning. With a super-thin bezel finish that almost disappears from your view, the picture is allowed to fill more of the blank canvas so you can see what you are paying for, the picture is really the main attraction, and rightly so. The contemporary design will add a splash of the modern world to your living room, adding a bit of stylish class to your setup. The UE55TU8000 is actually a piece of art that you can interact with.
Samsung UE55TU8000: A Detailed Analysis of Pros and Cons
No technology is perfect in its nature, and this TV is not an exception. Below I will discuss its bright and dark sides, in order to fully evaluate its potential. On the one hand, the TV's strong points are: Firstly, it has a high definition. Secondly, the device has three dimentionemsion. And finally, it is compact. On the other hand, it also has its dark sides: Firstly, it is expensive. Secondly, its lifespan is rather low. To sum up, both listed sides of the device show the general overview of its functionality.Pros
**A Picture That Feeds Your Eyes:** There isn’t enough superlatives to describe the picture quality of the UE55TU8000. With 4K resolution and a Crystal Processor 4K, TU8000 model of Samsung delivers an avalanche of colour, deep blacks and details that are sharp enough to be experienced at 4K resolution. On the UE55TU8000, action films, documentaries and sporting events always look like the best version in the life. You can see movies’ tiny details thanks to the high frame per second, and you can see stars and planets clearly enough unless you have binoculars. Each scene is a masterpiece.
**Cheap Price:** The reasons why you should choose the UE55TU8000 are not limited to the picture quality. As a new model of Samsung, TU8000 offers the best value for money. To have a high-quality picture with a low demand for your budget is such a rare case, though it is exactly what TU800art TV:** With UE55TU8000, the smart TV functionality is not a should-have but a must-have. With that, you can stream, download, play, watch, and learn whatever you want without switching devices and screens. This allows you to blend the TV mode, streaming mode and the normal internet activities into one. It turns you TV into an ultimate control center. **Stylish and Sleek Design:** Last but not least, the make is like the icing on the cake. The physical appearance of it the UE55TU8000 is a statement piece in a leading and minimalist design with ultra-thin bezels that blend it in with any living room décor.
Cons
* **Limited Viewing Angles: A Trade-Off For Affordability:** The UE55TU8000 has a VA (Vertical Alignment) panel, which is good for producing meaty Black Levels but can limit the viewing angle range. This means that as you view the TV from the sides, the display quality can vary slightly from being at the optimal position directly opposite the the centre of the screen. It’s not a damning flaw, but if you do tend to sit in different positions to watch movies, then you might notice a slight shift in the colour of the picture or a reduction in Contrast when viewing from the sides.
* **Lack Of Local Dimming: A Trade-Off For Affordability:** Local dimming is a technology that dynamically adjusts the brightness of different zones of the screen to improve Contrast and reduce the effects of blooming in the screen. Generally speaking, TVs that have a local dimming function tend to be more expensive than those without. That’s because it can be quite a compromise when it comes to the panel being used within a TV – so for the TU8000’s pricing, Samsung has elected not to include Local dimming, relying instead on their proprietary ‘Around Backlight Distributor’ technology. This means that on real movies that contain large areas of bright areases alongside dark areas, there will be a little bit more blooming present than if the TV had local dimming. This won’t be the end of the world to most people, but if you are very sensitive to the effects of blooming then this may be something to consider.
Who Is the Samsung UE55TU8000 For?
The UE55TU8000 is the most recommended TV to buy for widespread audiences, particularly those who want a 4K TV with a satisfying balance of picture quality and smart features for a reasonable price. Great for: * Budget enthusiasts – If you are looking for a 4K TV that provides a satisfying balance of performance and price, the UE55TU8000 is hard to beat. It’s a fantastic value.
* Everyday consumers – Whatever your flavour, be it TV series, movies or sports, the TV will deliver a satisfying picture for your enjoyment. It’s a great screen to have on as ambience while tidying up or engaging in a dinner table conversation. * Smart TV consumers – With the built-in Tizen operating system, you’ll have access to all the apps and services you can squeeze into your free time! A world of streaming services and apps are available at your fingertips – and sometimes your voice. Smart Hub, built into the TV, makes it easy to trawl streaming services and apps. You can browse the internet directly on your TV. The Tizen OS also supports voice assistance – see below.
* Casual gamers – If you love to chill out and play a game on your TV, casual gameplay is possible. The screen can offer smooth action and responsive controls. While the screen may not be the world’s most esoteric gamer’s machine – and falls short of the holy grail of low input lag – it’s actually a reasonable mid-range machine for most gamers and most games.
