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Samsung UN65AU8000FXZA

The Samsung AU8000 is a decent budget-friendly choice for folks with modest needs. It features a reliable smart platform, a fetching design, and excellent black levels, but it doesn't get bright enough to make the most of HDR.

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Pros and Cons

Pros

  • Excellent black levels

  • Attractive design

  • Reliable smart platform

Cons

  • Not bright enough for HDR

  • No local dimming

  • Motion judder

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