- Conclusion Get the lowdown
- Features How it compares
- Performance Real world benchmarks
- Differences Technical showdown
- Reviews Word on the street
- Competition Others to consider
- Discussion Answers and opinions
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Samsung 8000 Series (2011 LCD)
- 65" 1080p LED-backlit
- 3D 240 Hz
- Internet enabled
#1 in Samsung TVs
Released July, 2011
Rated 100% by by fpatrickmccoy (Apr, 2012)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.
Conclusion Check out the Samsung 8000 Series (2011 LCD)
First reviewed December, 2011
Features Key features of the Samsung 8000 Series (2011 LCD)
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65”
LED-backlit
Rated 100% by by Gustavo (Nov, 2011)When i first plug the TV it was amazing, the colors are so brigth, and the backlight is very strong.
size
65"
46"
46"
8000 Series (2011 LCD) by c|net (Apr, 2011)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 Robert-Leo (May, 2012)I purchased the Samsung UN65D8000 because of its size and edge less design for the screen.
thickness
8000 Series (2011 LCD) by Stephen-Gates--Steve-GThere 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 RODikUlus (Feb, 2012)With that said, the sound from this TV is pretty good...considering how thin it is, but I wouldn't crank it.
Performance Real world tests of Samsung 8000 Series (2011 LCD)
black levels
8000 Series (2011 LCD) by Flyer215 (Aug, 2011)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 c|net (Apr, 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.
contrast ratio
8000 Series (2011 LCD) by eDER80 (Jan, 2012)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.
Our analysis How does it stack up against its top 10 competitors
pros
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Edge-lit LED -
Hulu Plus, Netflix, VUDU, YouTube -
Picasa -
Napster, Pandora -
Facebook, Twitter -
AVCHD, MPEG1, MPEG2, MPEG4 -
MP3, WMA9 -
GIF, JPEG, PNG -
65" -
video chat with friends from the comfort of your living room -
backlight zones are selectively turned off to enhance the picture's contrast -
enjoy realistic 3D videos at home -
3 -
access streaming content over the Internet -
0.6379/0.33 -
2 -
easier to share and enjoy your digital photos, music and video -
5.08 mm -
built-in, 802.11n -
0.1555/0.06 -
keep an eye on two channels at once -
0.004 cd/sq. m. -
1.53 -
5.08 mm -
4 -
1 -
1080i content is smoothly rendered at the TV's native resolution -
type more naturally with a full keyboard on the remote -
1 -
1,200 lines -
240 Hz -
1 -
30 mm -
82%
cons
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SSG-3700CR, 130 dollars -
170 dollars -
36,105 g -
None
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Reviews Word on the street
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 | Rated by 491 users at amazon.com Rated 100% by by Sim (Feb, 2012) Rated 100% by by Rohit (Dec, 2011) Rated 80% by by Arijit-Chowdhury  |
Panel
Samsung 8000 Series (2011 LCD) 65" | Rated 100% by by RPh-Geek (Sep, 2011)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) 65" | Rated 100% by by Ron (Oct, 2011)Not only is it esthetically beautiful, the resolution and picture quality are unrivaled.
Samsung 8000 Series (2011 LCD) 65" | Rated 100% by by J.-Canaday--gamer-that-speaks-the-truth (Dec, 2011)I've also watched a couple 3D movies and they look fantastic on this TV.
3d
Samsung 8000 Series (2011 LCD) 65" | Rated 100% by by Mungbean--OJOThe 3D is actually pretty decent; I watched NFL on 3D and I think I prefer watching it on 2D.
Samsung 8000 Series (2011 LCD) 65" | Rated 100% by by Carlos-Alfaro (Jan, 2012)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) 65" | Rated 100% by by geocadThis is by far the best 3D and 2D picture I have seen.
Content
Samsung 8000 Series (2011 LCD) 65" | Rated 80% by by bkumarbk (Oct, 2011)Wii and PS3 games works great on the TV.
Samsung 8000 Series (2011 LCD) 65" | Rated 80% by by DadinNC (Dec, 2011)I connected the TV to my stereo system but only use it for movies and sports.
Samsung 8000 Series (2011 LCD) 65" | Rated 100% by by Stoney (Jan, 2012)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).
Bezel
Samsung 8000 Series (2011 LCD) 65" | Rated 100% by by C.-Young (Oct, 2011)From the moment we saw this TV in the store we thought it looked awesome, and now that it's in our home, man it looks great and we love that we just see the picture and there isn't a huge bezel around it.
Samsung 8000 Series (2011 LCD) 65" | Rated 80% by by D.-Janapa--Djei (Dec, 2011)Not having a bezel (.9" is literally no bezel), makes the TV look like as if you are watching in a movie theatre and with such exceptional picture quality just breath taking.
Samsung 8000 Series (2011 LCD) 65" | Rated 100% by by P.-Kalina (Apr, 2011)A big factor for me was the thin bezel, which allowed me to fit a 46" set into my 43" wide cabinet.
Picture quality
Samsung 8000 Series (2011 LCD) 65" | Rated 100% by by D.-Faust--Dave (Sep, 2011)The image is always super crisp and the colors are vivid and bright.
Samsung 8000 Series (2011 LCD) 65" | Rated 100% by by MeDavid16 (Sep, 2012)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) 65" | Rated 100% by by Leonardo (Feb, 2012)I ask him well, why is this set picture was so crisp and clear even right up close?
Competition What else you should consider
 | 2 | Samsung 8000 Series (2012 LCD) Highest contrast ratio 8000 Series (2012 LCD) 46" vs 8000 Series (2011 LCD) 65" |
 | 3 | LG LW9800 Cheapest 3D glasses LG LW9800 vs Samsung 8000 Series (2011 LCD) |
 | 4 | Samsung 7000 Series (2011 Plasma) Most even colors after calibration 7000 Series (2011 Plasma) 59" vs 8000 Series (2011 LCD) 65" |
 | 5 | Sony BRAVIA HX750 Series 4-way tie: OK image during high-speed action Sony BRAVIA HX750 Series vs Samsung 8000 Series (2011 LCD) |
 | 6 | Sony HX850 4-way tie: More RF inputs Sony HX850 vs Samsung 8000 Series (2011 LCD) |
 | 7 | Samsung 7500 Series 4-way tie: Most USB ports 7500 Series 55" (2012) vs 8000 Series (2011 LCD) 65" |
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Editions Editions of the Samsung 8000 Series (2011 LCD)
| Price | Edition | Motion resolution | Refresh rate | Size | Manufacturer code | Compare | ||||
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 | | 120 lines | 240 Hz | 46" | UN46D8000 | | ||||
 | | 1,200 lines | 240 Hz | 55" | UN55D8000 | | ||||
 | | 1,200 lines | 240 Hz | 65" | UN65D8000 | | ||||
 | | 1,200 lines | 960 Hz | 60" | UN60D8000 | | ||||
