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The Samsung AU8000 is a 55-inch 4K UHD smart TV built on the Tizen platform, with a Crystal Processor 4K, Dynamic Crystal Color and HDR support. It has three HDMI ports (one with eARC), two USB ports, Ethernet, 802.11AC Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and an optical audio output, plus SmartThings and voice assistant support. It suits meeting rooms, signage and everyday living-room viewing more than serious gaming, since it lacks the high refresh rate and gaming features of Samsung's QLED sets. Owners rate it highly for picture clarity and easy setup.
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Lowest price we've seen: $499.99 on Nov 13 at Creation Networks. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 13.
Buyers rate the AU8000 very highly, praising the sharp 4K picture, vivid color and straightforward Tizen setup. Most describe it as a dependable everyday TV rather than a gaming display.
The Samsung AU8000 is a 55-inch Crystal UHD LED TV with 4K resolution (3840 x 2160), four times the resolution of Full HD. It uses a Crystal Processor 4K, which upscales lower-resolution sources toward 4K. Dynamic Crystal Color widens the range of displayed shades, and HDR support adds contrast and detail beyond standard HDTV.
It runs on the Tizen smart platform with built-in Wi-Fi, Samsung TV Plus, a Universal Guide and multiple voice assistant options. It is SmartThings compatible. IP control is supported through a third-party control system, so it can be managed in an integrated AV setup.
Connections include three HDMI ports (one with eARC), two USB ports, a LAN port, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. Auto Game Mode (ALLM) reduces input lag. The 20-watt two-channel speaker system includes Q-Symphony, Object Tracking Sound Lite and Adaptive Sound.
