Is the Samsung U8000H good for gaming?

Yes for casual play. The 120Hz panel and Gaming Hub suit consoles and cloud gaming, and input lag is low. Serious players wanting VRR and bright HDR should look at Samsung's QLED or OLED models.

Does it have local dimming?

No. It is an edge-lit LED TV without local dimming, so blacks are grayish and dark scenes can show uneven backlighting. Mini-LED sets handle this much better.

Which sizes does the U8000H come in?

It is sold in large sizes including 65, 75 and 85 inches. Check the size in the listing title, since the model number is shared across them.

Does it work with Alexa and Google Assistant?

Yes. Both assistants are built in, so you can control the TV and search by voice without extra hardware.

How many HDMI ports does it have?

Three. That covers a console, a soundbar and a streaming box, but a fourth device needs a switch or unplugging.

Is it worth it over a QLED?

If you want a very large screen at the lowest cost, yes. A QLED costs more but gives brighter HDR, better blacks and wider viewing angles, which matter in a bright or wide room.

Where is the Samsung U8000H 85-inch cheapest?

At Rent-A-Center, for $36.99, 95% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.

Where can I buy the Samsung U8000H 85-inch?

6 stores we checked sell it, including Rent-A-Center, Abt Electronics & Appliances, Samsung, Best Buy, Standard TV & Appliance.

Samsung U8000H 85-inch

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Samsung U8000H 85-inch

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65"

$297.99

70"$369.99

75"$447.99

85"$36.99

$36.99at Rent-A-CenterChecked Nov 9

95% under what the other stores charge

Compared across 6 stores. Prices are checked against each store and labelled with when.

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Last seen at $36.99 at Rent-A-Center on Nov 9.
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Our take on the Samsung U8000H 85-inch

The Samsung U8000H is a Crystal UHD LED 4K TV sold in large sizes, including an 85-inch class. It covers the basics well: 4K upscaling, a 120Hz panel, HDR, Color Booster and Samsung's Gaming Hub, plus built-in Google Assistant and Alexa. It suits big-room and family viewing where size matters more than deep blacks or wide viewing angles. Against Mini-LED and OLED rivals it gives up contrast and brightness, but it undercuts them on features per dollar and keeps the smart platform and gaming hub that cheaper budget sets often drop.

Best forLarge living rooms and open-plan spacesSports and everyday broadcast viewingCasual console gamingBuyers who want a big screen without OLED or Mini-LED prices

Pros

120Hz refresh rate suits sports and fast motion better than 60Hz budget sets
Gaming Hub gathers cloud and console gaming in one place
4K upscaling sharpens HD cable and streaming content
HDR support with Color Booster adds punch to bright scenes
Google Assistant and Alexa built in, plus Tizen with all major apps
Three HDMI ports and full Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and Ethernet connectivity

Cons

Edge-lit LED panel gives weak black levels and visible backlight unevenness in dark scenes
Narrow viewing angles wash out color from the sides
Peak brightness is modest, so HDR highlights look flat next to Mini-LED sets
Only three HDMI ports for a screen this size
No anti-glare treatment worth the name in bright rooms

Samsung U8000H 85-inch prices at every store

Abt Electronics & AppliancesNew
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$697.99Checked Nov 9
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$699.99Checked Nov 9
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$699.99Checked Nov 9
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$36.99Checked Nov 9
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$699.99Checked Nov 9
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$1,150.41Checked Nov 9
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Samsung U8000H 85-inch price history

Lowest price we've seen: $36.99 on Nov 9 at Rent-A-Center. Tracked across 6 stores since Nov 9.

What reviewers say

Owners of Samsung's Crystal UHD line generally call it a solid value for the size and praise the smart platform and gaming features. The common complaints are washed-out blacks, backlight bleed in dark scenes and color shift off-axis, which is typical of edge-lit LED.

What people mention

Picture contrastCriticisedOwners say dark scenes look gray and backlight bleed shows at the edges.
Viewing anglesCriticisedColor washes out when sitting off to the side of the screen.
MotionPraisedThe 120Hz panel is called smooth for sports and fast action.
Smart platformPraisedTizen is described as fast and easy to navigate with all the main apps.
SoundCriticisedBuilt-in speakers are called thin, and owners add a soundbar.
SetupPraisedBuyers report quick, simple setup and pairing with assistants.

About the Samsung U8000H 85-inch

Explore the Samsung 85" Class Crystal UHD 4K AI Smart TV U8000H featuring 4K Upscaling, 120Hz Refresh Rate, Color Booster, and Gaming Hub.

Specifications

Resolution: 3840 x 2160
High Definition: Yes
HDTV Format: 4K
Color: Black
Screen Form: Flat
Display Type: LED
Assistant Support: Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa
HDR

Questions and answers

Is the Samsung U8000H good for gaming?: Yes for casual play. The 120Hz panel and Gaming Hub suit consoles and cloud gaming, and input lag is low. Serious players wanting VRR and bright HDR should look at Samsung's QLED or OLED models.
Does it have local dimming?: No. It is an edge-lit LED TV without local dimming, so blacks are grayish and dark scenes can show uneven backlighting. Mini-LED sets handle this much better.
Which sizes does the U8000H come in?: It is sold in large sizes including 65, 75 and 85 inches. Check the size in the listing title, since the model number is shared across them.
Does it work with Alexa and Google Assistant?: Yes. Both assistants are built in, so you can control the TV and search by voice without extra hardware.
How many HDMI ports does it have?: Three. That covers a console, a soundbar and a streaming box, but a fourth device needs a switch or unplugging.
Is it worth it over a QLED?: If you want a very large screen at the lowest cost, yes. A QLED costs more but gives brighter HDR, better blacks and wider viewing angles, which matter in a bright or wide room.
Where is the Samsung U8000H 85-inch cheapest?: At Rent-A-Center, for $36.99, 95% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
Where can I buy the Samsung U8000H 85-inch?: 6 stores we checked sell it, including Rent-A-Center, Abt Electronics & Appliances, Samsung, Best Buy, Standard TV & Appliance.