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Features How it compares
Performance Real world benchmarks
Differences Technical showdown
Reviews Word on the street
Competition Others to consider
Discussion Answers and opinions

Full specs

Samsung 8000 Series (2011 LCD)

46" 1080p LED-backlit
3D 240 Hz
Internet enabled

older Released February, 2011

I love this feature on my TV, and now that I have it I can't ever see me going with a TV that does not have it.Netflix: Plays videos great with no problem, even HD videos come through clear without any buffering problems.

Rated 100% by by fpatrickmccoy (Apr, 2012)

Conclusion Check out the Samsung 8000 Series (2011 LCD)

Samsung 8000 Series (2011 LCD)

Sony BRAVIA HX750 Series

LG LM7600

94%

87%

82%

FeaturesView Details

100%

28%

40%

Popularity

88%

74%

PerformanceView Details

82%

73%

78%

ReviewsView Details

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First reviewed December, 2011

Features Key features of the Samsung 8000 Series (2011 LCD)

Back view of Samsung 8000 Series (2011 LCD)

46”

LED-backlit

When i first plug the TV it was amazing, the colors are so brigth, and the backlight is very strong.

Rated 100% by by Gustavo (Nov, 2011)

size

8000 Series (2011 LCD)46"

LM960084"

BRAVIA HX750 Series55"

We performed a hands-on evaluation of the 55-inch Samsung UN55D8000, but this review also applies to the other screen sizes in the series.

8000 Series (2011 LCD) by c|net (Apr, 2011)

I purchased the Samsung UN65D8000 because of its size and edge less design for the screen.

8000 Series (2011 LCD) by Robert-Leo (May, 2012)

thickness

Samsung 8000 Series (2011 LCD)

30 mm

8000 Series (2011 LCD) 30 mm

Sony BX450

94 mm

BX450 94 mm

Vizio XVT Series

76 mm

XVT Series 76 mm

There is no denying that this TV looks beautiful with it's thin edge and it's slim design makes it look fantastic when you out it on the wall.

8000 Series (2011 LCD) by Stephen-Gates--Steve-G

With that said, the sound from this TV is pretty good...considering how thin it is, but I wouldn't crank it.

8000 Series (2011 LCD) by RODikUlus (Feb, 2012)

Performance Real world tests of Samsung 8000 Series (2011 LCD)

black levels

Samsung 8000 Series (2011 LCD)

0.004 cd/sq. m.

8000 Series (2011 LCD) 0.004 cd/sq. m.

Sony BRAVIA HX750 Series

0.0267 cd/sq. m.

BRAVIA HX750 Series 0.0267 cd/sq. m.

I am amazed with the black levels that this set produce which contrast well will the vibrant colors that the set produces.

8000 Series (2011 LCD) by Flyer215 (Aug, 2011)

In the course of our calibration we were able to basically nail color accuracy, even in near-black, and improve shadow detail and gamma somewhat, the former at the expense of some black level.

8000 Series (2011 LCD) by c|net (Apr, 2011)

contrast ratio

Samsung 8000 Series (2011 LCD)

34,260

8000 Series (2011 LCD) 34,260

Sony BRAVIA HX750 Series

5,130

BRAVIA HX750 Series 5,130

The picture quality is simply AMAZING!!! 25 million in contrast ratio,1080p 240 Hz with a 960 clear motion rate( which eliminates blur and gives great smooth motion on any fast scene),WiFi,internet browser, need i say more?!?!?! The incredible detail, deep blacks and rich colors will leave you breathless!

8000 Series (2011 LCD) by eDER80 (Jan, 2012)

I wanted to upgrade from an LG 32 inch 1080p 120hz LCD with about 100k in contrast ratio.

8000 Series (2011 LCD) by eDER80 (Jan, 2012)

Our analysis How does it stack up against its top 10 competitors

pros

Quite good backlight type

Edge-lit LED
Streaming video sources

Hulu Plus, Netflix, VUDU, YouTube
Streaming image sources

Picasa
Streaming audio sources

Napster, Pandora
Social networks

Facebook, Twitter
Supported video types

AVCHD, MPEG1, MPEG2, MPEG4
Supported audio types

MP3, WMA9
Supported image types

GIF, JPEG, PNG
Supports Skype

video chat with friends from the comfort of your living room
Supports local dimming

backlight zones are selectively turned off to enhance the picture's contrast
Supports 3D

enjoy realistic 3D videos at home
Many more USB ports

3
Has built-in Ethernet

access streaming content over the Internet
Consistent reds

0.6379/0.33
Many more composite A/V inputs

2
Is DLNA DMP

easier to share and enjoy your digital photos, music and video
Quite thin bezel width at widest point

5.08 mm
Has Wi-Fi

built-in, 802.11n
Consistent blues

0.1555/0.06
Supports picture-in-picture

keep an eye on two channels at once
Is DLNA DMR

other devices can control the TV; better for home automation
Realistic black levels

0.004 cd/sq. m.
Good average dE UV

1.53
Quite thin bezel width at narrowest point

5.08 mm
More HDMI ports

4
More optical audio outputs

1
Supports 1080i de-interlacing

1080i content is smoothly rendered at the TV's native resolution
Light

12,383 g
Has a QWERTY remote

type more naturally with a full keyboard on the remote
More D-Sub inputs

1
Has a VESA mount

400 mm x 400 mm
Fast refresh rate

240 Hz
Many more RF inputs

1
More PC audio inputs

1
Slim

30 mm
Highly rated

82%

cons

Quite expensive 3D glasses

SSG-3700CR, 130 dollars
Small

46"
Very blurred image during high-speed action

120 lines
Expensive webcam

170 dollars

full specs

Reviews Word on the street

	Rated 81% Read the review (Apr, 2011) While Samsung's Movie mode delivered the most accurate picture prior to our adjustments, it was still overly blue with too-bright gamma and crushed shadow detail, albeit with extremely dark blacks.

	Rated 82% by 491 users at amazon.com I really can't say enough about the quality of the design, the clarity of the picture, the ease of the setup (everything is plug n play). Rated 100% by by Sim (Feb, 2012) The picture quality is just amazing... In fact, I watched several episodes of NCIS (from 2003) on USA HD... The quality was far superior to anything I've seen before. Rated 100% by by Rohit (Dec, 2011) Whoever is looking at this TV for home, I would certainly recommend to also think of a good set of surround speakers to really make it count. Rated 80% by by Arijit-Chowdhury

Panel

The 8000 series TV's come with two free pairs of 3D glasses, which, from what I've read, is about a $300 value.

Samsung 8000 Series (2011 LCD) 46" | Rated 100% by by RPh-Geek (Sep, 2011)

Not only is it esthetically beautiful, the resolution and picture quality are unrivaled.

Samsung 8000 Series (2011 LCD) 46" | Rated 100% by by Ron (Oct, 2011)

I've also watched a couple 3D movies and they look fantastic on this TV.

Samsung 8000 Series (2011 LCD) 46" | Rated 100% by by J.-Canaday--gamer-that-speaks-the-truth (Dec, 2011)

3d

The 3D is actually pretty decent; I watched NFL on 3D and I think I prefer watching it on 2D.

Samsung 8000 Series (2011 LCD) 46" | Rated 100% by by Mungbean--OJO

the tv, the product is the best, the picture is excellent and the apps, 3d and set up are easy to fallow.

Samsung 8000 Series (2011 LCD) 46" | Rated 100% by by Carlos-Alfaro (Jan, 2012)

This is by far the best 3D and 2D picture I have seen.

Samsung 8000 Series (2011 LCD) 46" | Rated 100% by by geocad

Content

Wii and PS3 games works great on the TV.

Samsung 8000 Series (2011 LCD) 46" | Rated 80% by by bkumarbk (Oct, 2011)

I connected the TV to my stereo system but only use it for movies and sports.

Samsung 8000 Series (2011 LCD) 46" | Rated 80% by by DadinNC (Dec, 2011)

Upscaling DVD players won't play Blu-ray movies, but it will make your old DVDs look much better, sometimes even rivaling Blu-ray (depending on the quality of the original DVD recording).

Samsung 8000 Series (2011 LCD) 46" | Rated 100% by by Stoney (Jan, 2012)

Picture quality

The image is always super crisp and the colors are vivid and bright.

Samsung 8000 Series (2011 LCD) 46" | Rated 100% by by D.-Faust--Dave (Sep, 2011)

Oh it's too dark, it's too bright, too much color" But in another review, it's interpreted as "Deep beautiful blacks, crisp sharp illumination, dynamic popping refined colors.

Samsung 8000 Series (2011 LCD) 46" | Rated 100% by by MeDavid16 (Sep, 2012)

I ask him well, why is this set picture was so crisp and clear even right up close?

Samsung 8000 Series (2011 LCD) 46" | Rated 100% by by Leonardo (Feb, 2012)

Remote

The remote feels nice in hand and love the idea of Samsung adding the qwerty keyboard the back of the remote for browsing purposes BUT IT'S UTTERLY USELESS!! Why?

Samsung 8000 Series (2011 LCD) 46" | Rated 80% by by Ncruze (Dec, 2011)

The remote control is large and feels sturdy.

Samsung 8000 Series (2011 LCD) 46" | Rated 80% by by teejay (Dec, 2011)

Being able to control the TV with your Iphone via an App is also really sweet as its always at my Side, I dont use stock Remotes, I have always setup my Home Theater to us a Harmony One remote as I find it way easier for everyone involved in using it to just have One remote.

Samsung 8000 Series (2011 LCD) 46" | Rated 100% by by Gabriel-V.-Duff (Oct, 2011)