Samsung DU8000 Series UN65DU8000FXZA 64.5"
With its AirSlim profile and Crystal Processor 4K, the 65-inch DU8000 delivers clean upscaling in a wall-hugging design, though its 60Hz panel limits gaming fluidity. Object Tracking Sound Lite and built-in Alexa make it a capable smart hub for voice-controlled homes. Best for budget-conscious buyers who want a slim 4K TV for daily streaming and smart home integration.
Snapshot
The 30-Second Version
Gorgeous design, mediocre guts. Buy it only if you find it dirt cheap and don't care about gaming or sound.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Gorgeous AirSlim design that practically disappears on a wall 95th
- Easy setup and a user-friendly Tizen interface 84th
- Solid 4K upscaling for older content
- Rechargeable remote is a nice touch
Cons
- Built-in audio is weak and tinny, budget for a soundbar
- 60Hz panel and HDMI 2.0 make it a poor gaming choice
- Edge LED backlight means mediocre contrast and HDR
- Reliability complaints about app disconnects and screen defects
What owners think
The Word on the Street
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The proof
Performance
The Crystal Processor 4K does a decent job upscaling older content, and the Dynamic Crystal Color gives you that punchy, saturated Samsung look people seem to love. But the Edge LED backlight means contrast is mediocre at best, and HDR is more of a checkbox than a feature. The 60Hz panel with Motion Xcelerator is fine for sitcoms and dramas, but fast sports or gaming show noticeable blur. The 20W 2.0 channel speakers are the real letdown. You'll want a soundbar on day one.
Specifications
Full Specifications
Display
| Size | 64.5" |
| Resolution | 4K |
| Panel Type | LED |
| Backlight | Edge LED |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Curved | No |
Picture Quality
| Motion Tech | Motion Xcelerator |
| Processor | Crystal Processor 4K |
HDR
| HDR Formats | HDR 10+ |
| Dolby Vision | No |
| HDR10+ | Yes |
| HLG | No |
Gaming
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz |
| ALLM | No |
| Game Mode | No |
Smart TV
| Platform | Tizen |
| Voice Assistant | Amazon Alexa |
| Screen Mirroring | SmartThings |
| Works With | Amazon Alexa, SmartThings, Google Home |
Audio
| Speaker Config | 2 |
| Wattage | 20 |
| Dolby Atmos | No |
| eARC | Yes |
Connectivity
| HDMI Ports | 3 |
| HDMI Version | 2 |
| USB Ports | 2 |
| Wi-Fi | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 |
| Ethernet | Yes |
| Optical Audio | Yes |
| VESA Mount | 400x300 |
Power & Size
| Energy Star | No |
| Annual Energy | 145 |
| Weight | 20.9 kg / 46.1 lbs |
vs Competition
Against the TCL QM8K or Hisense U8 Series, the DU8000 gets embarrassed on contrast, brightness, and gaming features. Those sets offer Mini-LED backlights and 120Hz+ panels for not much more money. The LG C5 OLED is in a completely different universe, but it costs accordingly. If you're comparing to the Roku Plus Series, the Samsung wins on design and brand, but loses on value. The Sony BRAVIA 9 is overkill for anyone considering this TV. Bottom line: the DU8000 only makes sense if you find it under $500 and you don't care about gaming or audio.
| Spec | Samsung DU8000 Series UN65DU8000FXZA 64.5" | LG C5 OLED55C5PUA | Sony BRAVIA XR XR77A95L | TCL QM7K Series 98QM7K | Hisense U8 Series 100U8QG | Roku Pro Series 55R8C5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen Size | 64.5 | 55 | 77 | 98 | 99.5 | 55 |
| Resolution | 4K | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
| Panel Type | LED | OLED | QD-OLED | QLED | Mini-LED | QLED |
| Refresh Rate | 60 | 120 | 120 | 144 | 165 | 120 |
| Hdr | HDR 10+ | Dolby Vision, HDR 10, Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG) | HDR 10, Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG), Dolby Vision | Dolby Vision, HDR 10+, HDR 10, Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG) | Dolby Vision, HDR 10+, HDR 10, Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG) | Dolby Vision, HDR 10+, Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG) |
| Smart Platform | Tizen | webOS | Google TV | Google TV | Google TV | Roku TV |
| Dolby Vision | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Dolby Atmos | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Hdmi Version | 2.0 | 2.1 | 2.1 | 2.1 | 2.1 | 2.1 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | HDR | Audio | Smart | Gaming | Display | User Sentiment | Connectivity | Social Proof | Picture Quality |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Samsung DU8000 Series UN65DU8000FXZA 64.5" | 37.3 | 50.5 | 84 | 18.4 | 21.7 | 17.6 | 64.5 | 94.6 | 36.8 |
| LG C5 OLED55C5PUA Compare | 91.9 | 94.4 | 90.9 | 99.2 | 88.5 | 54.4 | 98.7 | 98.3 | 93.9 |
| Sony BRAVIA XR XR77A95L Compare | 91.9 | 95.5 | 90.9 | 87.4 | 98.6 | 0 | 84.9 | 88.5 | 96.4 |
| TCL QM7K Series 98QM7K Compare | 91.9 | 83.4 | 97.8 | 93.4 | 91.8 | 91 | 89.6 | 88.5 | 97.8 |
| Hisense U8 Series 100U8QG Compare | 91.9 | 98.3 | 96.2 | 95.1 | 94.7 | 97.8 | 86.9 | 77.2 | 99 |
| Roku Pro Series 55R8C5 Compare | 77.5 | 86.4 | 86.3 | 89 | 77.8 | 91 | 93.1 | 88.5 | 36.8 |
Price
Value & Pricing
The price spread on this thing is wild, from $475 to nearly $20,000 depending on the vendor. At the low end, it's a reasonable buy for a big-screen casual TV. At anything above $600, you're getting fleeced. Best Buy has the most consistent pricing if you're hunting for a deal. Just don't pay a premium for the slim design.
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Overview
The Samsung DU8000 is a classic case of looks over substance. It's gorgeous, thin enough to hug your wall, and the setup is painless. But peel back the AirSlim design and you'll find a budget 60Hz panel with weak built-in audio and gaming chops that are basically an afterthought. If you just want a big, pretty screen for casual Netflix in a bright room, it'll do the job. If you care about motion, sound, or future-proofing, keep scrolling.
Common Questions
Q: Do I need a soundbar with this TV?
Yes. The 20W speakers are weak and tinny. Even a cheap soundbar will be a massive upgrade.
Q: Is this TV good for gaming?
Not really. It's a 60Hz panel with HDMI 2.0, so no 4K at 120fps. Casual gaming is fine, but serious gamers should look elsewhere.
Q: Does the DU8000 have good HDR?
It supports HDR10+, but the Edge LED backlight can't get bright enough to make HDR pop. It's more of a marketing feature than a real benefit.
Who Should Skip This
If you're a gamer, skip this. The 60Hz panel and HDMI 2.0 are dealbreakers. Go grab a TCL QM8K or Hisense U8 instead. If you care about audio quality, skip this too. You'll spend another $200 on a soundbar just to make dialogue intelligible.
Verdict
The Samsung DU8000 is a pretty face with a budget heart. It's fine for casual streaming in a bright living room, especially if you catch it on sale and already own a soundbar. But the weak audio, 60Hz panel, and reliability complaints make it hard to recommend at full price. There are simply better TVs for the money.
