Is the DU8000 good for gaming?

It handles casual gaming, but the 60Hz panel and lack of 120Hz or VRR make it a weak choice for fast console or PC gaming. A step-up model with a high refresh rate suits gamers better.

Does it have local dimming?

No. It is an edge-lit LCD, so dark scenes show grayish blacks and some backlight bleed. Mini-LED and OLED sets do much better in dark rooms.

What is the difference from the DU7200?

The DU8000 adds a faster processor, better upscaling and Q-Symphony with Samsung soundbars. The DU7200 is the more basic tier below it.

Yes, it supports HDR10+ and HLG, but peak brightness is modest, so HDR highlights look less punchy than on brighter sets.

The TV, a stand, a remote and the power cable. A wall mount and HDMI cables are not included.

Can I use it with a Samsung soundbar?

Yes. Q-Symphony lets the TV speakers and a compatible Samsung soundbar play together, and Object Tracking Sound Lite follows on-screen action.

Samsung 65" Class Crystal UHD 4K Smart TV DU8000 (2024)

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Our take on the Samsung 65" Class Crystal UHD 4K Smart TV DU8000 (2024)

The Samsung DU8000 is Samsung's entry-level 4K LCD TV for 2024, sold in a 65-inch size. It uses a standard 60Hz panel with edge LED backlighting, so it has no local dimming and no 120Hz mode for gaming. Its strengths are the crisp 4K upscaling from the Crystal Processor 4K, the Tizen smart platform with built-in voice assistants, and Samsung's slim AirSlim design. It suits buyers who want a big, bright, easy-to-use 4K TV for everyday streaming and cable, not a home theater or console-gaming set. Against rivals at the same tier, it gives up contrast and HDR punch to mini-LED and OLED sets, but it is simpler and more polished than many budget LCDs.

Best forEveryday living-room streaming and cableBuyers who want Samsung's Tizen apps and voice controlBright rooms where a basic LCD is enoughShoppers stepping up from an older 1080p set

Pros

Sharp 4K upscaling from the Crystal Processor 4K
Tizen smart hub with all major streaming apps
Built-in voice assistants and Samsung TV Plus channels
Slim AirSlim profile that mounts close to the wall
Q-Symphony and Object Tracking Sound Lite with Samsung soundbars

Cons

60Hz panel with no 120Hz mode or VRR for serious gaming
Edge-lit LCD with no local dimming, so blacks look gray in dark scenes
HDR10+ support but limited brightness, so HDR highlights are modest
Only two full-bandwidth HDMI 2.1-class features are absent; most ports are HDMI 2.0
Built-in speakers are thin on bass

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What reviewers say

Owners and reviewers treat the DU8000 as a solid, no-fuss 4K TV. They like the picture for the tier, the fast Tizen interface and the easy setup. Most criticism centers on black levels, HDR brightness and the 60Hz panel for gaming.

What people mention

Picture qualityMixedReviewers find the 4K image sharp and colorful in bright rooms but flat in dark scenes.
Black levelsCriticisedOwners notice grayish blacks and some backlight bleed on dark content.
Smart platformPraisedTizen is described as fast and easy to navigate with the main apps built in.
GamingCriticisedThe 60Hz panel and lack of advanced gaming features disappoint console players.
SoundMixedBuilt-in speakers are clear for dialogue but light on bass.
SetupPraisedBuyers report quick, straightforward setup and a slim design that mounts easily.

Questions and answers

Is the DU8000 good for gaming?: It handles casual gaming, but the 60Hz panel and lack of 120Hz or VRR make it a weak choice for fast console or PC gaming. A step-up model with a high refresh rate suits gamers better.
Does it have local dimming?: No. It is an edge-lit LCD, so dark scenes show grayish blacks and some backlight bleed. Mini-LED and OLED sets do much better in dark rooms.
What is the difference from the DU7200?: The DU8000 adds a faster processor, better upscaling and Q-Symphony with Samsung soundbars. The DU7200 is the more basic tier below it.
Does it support HDR?: Yes, it supports HDR10+ and HLG, but peak brightness is modest, so HDR highlights look less punchy than on brighter sets.
What is in the box?: The TV, a stand, a remote and the power cable. A wall mount and HDMI cables are not included.
Can I use it with a Samsung soundbar?: Yes. Q-Symphony lets the TV speakers and a compatible Samsung soundbar play together, and Object Tracking Sound Lite follows on-screen action.
Where is the Samsung 65" Class Crystal UHD 4K Smart TV DU8000 (2024) cheapest?: At SKG USA, for $627.99, as of our latest check.