Is the Samsung U8000HD good for gaming?

It handles casual console play at 4K 60 Hz, but it has no 120 Hz mode or variable refresh rate. Competitive gamers should look at a set with HDMI 2.1 features.

Yes, it accepts HDR10 content, but the panel's brightness and contrast limits how much HDR pop you see. Expect a modest improvement over standard content.

Can I control it with Alexa or Google Assistant?

Yes. It works with both Alexa and Google Assistant, and it supports Bluetooth and Wi-Fi for streaming and voice control.

How many devices can I connect?

There are three HDMI ports, one USB port, Ethernet, optical audio and RF inputs. That covers a console, a streaming stick and a soundbar with one HDMI spare.

Is it a good bedroom TV?

Yes. The 43-inch size, slim profile and bright panel suit bedrooms and small rooms. In a dark room, though, its black levels are weaker than a QLED or OLED set.

Where can I buy the Samsung U8000HD Crystal UHD 4K Smart TV 43-inch?

2 stores we checked sell it, including Walmart, Sam's Club.

Samsung U8000HD Crystal UHD 4K Smart TV 43-inch

Best price now

$217.79at Sam's ClubChecked Nov 7

Compared across 2 stores. Prices are checked against each store and labelled with when.

Samsung U8000HD Crystal UHD 4K Smart TV 43-inch

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$217.79at Sam's ClubChecked Nov 7

Compared across 2 stores. Prices are checked against each store and labelled with when.

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Last seen at $217.79 at Sam's Club on Nov 7.
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Our take on the Samsung U8000HD Crystal UHD 4K Smart TV 43-inch

The Samsung U8000HD is a 43-inch 4K LED TV in Samsung's entry Crystal UHD line. It runs a 60 Hz panel with HDR, Tizen smart apps, and support for Alexa and Google Assistant, plus three HDMI ports and built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. It suits bedrooms, small living rooms and secondary rooms where a bright, simple 4K set matters more than deep blacks or gaming speed. Against rivals at the same tier it trades the wide color and 120 Hz panels of Samsung's QLED sets for a lower-cost package, and reviewers note that its edge-lit panel shows limited contrast in dark scenes.

Best forBedroom or small living roomCasual streaming and broadcast TVBuyers who want a simple smart TVSecond TV for a guest room or kitchen

Pros

Sharp 4K resolution on a 43-inch screen
Tizen smart hub with all major streaming apps
Works with Alexa and Google Assistant
Three HDMI ports plus USB, Ethernet and optical audio
Slim, flat design that mounts close to the wall

Cons

60 Hz panel limits motion smoothness for sports and games
Edge-lit LED gives weak black levels in dark rooms
Basic 20 W speakers sound thin
No 120 Hz or variable refresh rate for console gaming

Samsung U8000HD Crystal UHD 4K Smart TV 43-inch prices at every store

Sam's ClubNew
In stock
$217.79+ $55.30 shippingChecked Nov 7
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WalmartNew
Out of stockSold by Hyper Microsystems, Inc.
$214.99Free shippingChecked Nov 7
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Samsung U8000HD Crystal UHD 4K Smart TV 43-inch price history

Lowest price we've seen: $214.99 on Nov 8 at Walmart. Tracked across 2 stores since Nov 8.

What reviewers say

Owners of Samsung's entry Crystal UHD sets generally call the picture bright and sharp for the size and price tier, and praise the easy setup and app selection. Complaints center on contrast in dark scenes, average built-in sound and motion blur on fast content.

What people mention

Picture qualityMixedOwners find the 4K image bright and sharp in daylight but flat in dark scenes.
SoundCriticisedReviewers say the built-in speakers are thin and lack bass.
Smart featuresPraisedUsers like the Tizen app selection and voice control with Alexa and Google Assistant.
MotionCriticisedThe 60 Hz panel shows blur on fast sports and games.
SetupPraisedBuyers report quick, simple setup and easy wall mounting.

Specifications

Resolution: 3840 x 2160
CEC Enabled: Yes
High Definition: Yes
HDTV Format: 4K
Color: Black
Screen Form: Flat
Display Type: LED
Assistant Support

Questions and answers

Is the Samsung U8000HD good for gaming?: It handles casual console play at 4K 60 Hz, but it has no 120 Hz mode or variable refresh rate. Competitive gamers should look at a set with HDMI 2.1 features.
Does it support HDR?: Yes, it accepts HDR10 content, but the panel's brightness and contrast limits how much HDR pop you see. Expect a modest improvement over standard content.
Can I control it with Alexa or Google Assistant?: Yes. It works with both Alexa and Google Assistant, and it supports Bluetooth and Wi-Fi for streaming and voice control.
How many devices can I connect?: There are three HDMI ports, one USB port, Ethernet, optical audio and RF inputs. That covers a console, a streaming stick and a soundbar with one HDMI spare.
Is it a good bedroom TV?: Yes. The 43-inch size, slim profile and bright panel suit bedrooms and small rooms. In a dark room, though, its black levels are weaker than a QLED or OLED set.
Where is the Samsung U8000HD Crystal UHD 4K Smart TV 43-inch cheapest?: At Sam's Club, for $217.79, as of our latest check.
Where can I buy the Samsung U8000HD Crystal UHD 4K Smart TV 43-inch?: 2 stores we checked sell it, including Walmart, Sam's Club.