I hear this TV has better PQ than the Samsung F8000 while the Samsung has better features. What features does the Samsung have that this TV doesn't?
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Input lag is better with sony with 19.7ms . Samasung f8000 is slower with 46.8. I imagine this is not noticeable to the average user, but for gamers, sport watcher sony is better.
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Honestly I don't know about Samsung F8000 but I am not happy with the contrast and brightness of this TV. I wish I didn't spend more money to get this and tried Samsung instead. I wouldn't know if Samsung is better but it would have costed me less money. Again, my living room has lot of day light and don't know if that is a concern.
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If you are a big multi-signal user (game consoles, TV, Blu ray player, etc) the Sony's Twin Picture feature allows you to use PiP with multiple different sources. Very useful for playing a game while watching a movie or TV/sports. The Sony Twin Picture also includes PoP while the Samsung only has PiP and it can only be used with the coaxial input. Also, the Samsung uses a single hybrid input for composite and component while Sony has one component input and one hybrid so you can have more devices connected to the Sony. Personally, my w900a is the single greatest TV I have ever seen and I've owned several LCD's. If you are a gamer go with the Sony no question. If you are a big multi-signal user (game consoles, TV, Blu ray player, etc) the Sony's Twin Picture feature allows you to use PiP with multiple different sources. Very useful for playing a game while watching a movie or TV/sports. The Sony Twin Picture also includes PoP while the Samsung only has PiP and it can only be used with the coaxial input. Also, the Samsung uses a single hybrid input for composite and component while Sony has one component input and one hybrid so you can have more devices connected to the Sony. Personally, my w900a is the single greatest TV I have ever seen and I've... » Read More If you are a big multi-signal user (game consoles, TV, Blu ray player, etc) the Sony's Twin Picture feature allows you to use PiP with multiple different sources. Very useful for playing a game while watching a movie or TV/sports. The Sony Twin Picture also includes PoP while the Samsung only has PiP and it can only be used with the coaxial input. Also, the Samsung uses a single hybrid input for composite and component while Sony has one component input and one hybrid so you can have more devices connected to the Sony. Personally, my w900a is the single greatest TV I have ever seen and I've owned several LCD's. If you are a gamer go with the Sony no question. « Show Less
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Don't confuse the Electric current frequency (60 Hz, which is the freq of the electricity coming from your wall outlet to the TV) and the motion deblurring frequency (240 Hz). The B8000 series is rated at 1920x1080 resolution and 60 Hz electric current frequency. The TV has the technology to refresh its display at 240 Hz (240 frames per second). You received the right TV with the right price. I got mine from ebay authorized Samsung dealer for $2399 minus $192 bing.com cashback and $48 ebay cash back. The specs are the same 1920x1080@60Hz.
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In general Samsung made the "B" series TV's better. As a rule on any given model, the contrast ratio is better and the response time is better. I called electronics Expo to inquire about the Samsung TV's and the sales people were very knowledgeable about the products they carry. The person on the phone was polite and I did not feel rushed. I bought my TV from them as they had the best price to go along with a knowledgeable salesperson.
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I don't know- but I bought two of these TVs and wouldn't buy it again. They are a downgrade from similar Samsungs sold two years ago.
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Thanks, Tolik - you helped me decide- upgradability and the game modes are big things. The Samsung seemed to have more power but I've learned you can't really rely on what they say the wattage is. I haven't owned enough Samsung equipment in the past to know what to expect - the TV is great but a sound system is another story.Mark - thanks for the CD info - for some reason I thought I'd get even better sound with a dedicated player ... if you can give me the model # on the Kenwood I might be interested (with over 400 CDS, a changer is sweet.).Don
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I am in the market, and I would love to buy the 65 inch Samsung, and yet, I still haven't heard a complete, positive and full compliment without any negatives, it is a lot of money to spend without having a sure guarantee, everytime I read a good comment, there's always a negative one next to it, I'll be damned if I know which TV to buy. Do the 65 inch Sony TVs have the same problems too? Is there a TV out there that is better than the Samsung?
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I am extremely happy with the vizio 80. The size is amazing. Samsung has slightly better blacks
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You know I have both types but only view one at a time and have not done a comparison. One thing I will say about this particular TV is that I would not buy it again. While watching regular Movies or Shows on Netflix or Amazon prime I see motion blur and the the internet connectivity is so sensitive that daily drops out to search for a signal all the while a 2 year older Samsung TV 40' away on the same wireless network doesn't drop out.
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I don't know how much help I can be but I'll give it a shot. I bought the Samsung because I own a Samsung LCD 46" bought in '08. I was quite happy with that TV so I stuck with the Samsung brand. I really think the 46" has a better picture than the 65" LED. Could be because of a consequential loss of picture clarity that comes with larger screen sizes. The UN65 has a dual core processor but if you're really into "smart," I recommend the quad core (more money of course). I subscribe to NFL game replays and they won't load well (and therefore can't view) with the dual core; I have to use my quad core computer. I think the UN has a really reasonable price, but you generally get what you pay for (as the old saying goes). Bottom line . . . I like the UN65 but, at the same time, I am a little disappointed. The only way you'll ever know is to look at them side-by-side and remember, showrooms do not have real-life broadcasts (in most instances) so when you get one home, your picture may not be a great as in the showroom. Hope this helps somewhat and good luck!
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Hi,I have seen the many difference and also the build quality is way different then SQ model. Also UQ is certified THX . So its better in many ways. For info you can listen to conference of Sharp on Youtube.Note - On Friday I got this TV and I am still analyzing the functionality. Will update my review soon.ThanksAbhin
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I did not see the Samsung 65" in action, but then again I did not see the Vizio either before I went ahead and bought it. I have been extremely pleased with the Vizio 80, it is a fantastic TV and especially on the HD and BluRay! One small downside with it is that for whatever reason, this model does not support the Skype app - one thing to consider if you were going to use it for video conferencing. No regrets, quite the experience.
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The picture clarity and "crisp-ness" of the Samsung is much better than the Sharp brand regardless of size. If you go to a store where you can look at the TVs in person you will see that immediately Samsung has the clearest picture by far. I always go to a store before buying a TV and then order them on Amazon for the better price.
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where did you buy it for such a low price? whats hhgregg? my curiosity gets me when i see on the samsung website the MSRP for the 860 still at over 3k and the new c8000 at 2899. you would think the c8000 would be higher... unless they think the 860 is a better TV.
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I have the 64" F8500 and have been extremely happy with this television. I upgraded from the Samsung 58" (PN58B560) and the picture quality is amazing on the F8500!!! As far as the 4K vs. this plasma TV here is a great video that shows a side by side comparison of 4K vs. the F8500.https://youtu.be/RodCjVf-5AE
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Go to CNET and look this tv up. People have posted calibration settings on there. My recommendation at this point would be to return this tv immediately! I have had the pn64e8000 for nearly two years now and it just died yesterday. I have found out recently that these tv's were shipped by Samsung with bad panels. I am not the only one this has happened to and some folks are trying to organize a class action lawsuit over this issue. I have had two Samsung tv's and they both let me down. Their customer service sucks and they will give you the runaround. I just ordered a Sharp aquos Lc70sq15u which is about the same price i paid for the pn64e8000 and is twice the tv. BEWARE OF SAMSUNG!!! Go to CNET and look this tv up. People have posted calibration settings on there. My recommendation at this point would be to return this tv immediately! I have had the pn64e8000 for nearly two years now and it just died yesterday. I have found out recently that these tv's were shipped by Samsung with bad panels. I am not the only one this has happened to and some folks are trying to organize a class action lawsuit over this issue. I have had two Samsung tv's and they both let me down. Their customer service sucks and they will give you the runaround. I just ordered a Sharp aquos Lc70sq15u... » Read More Go to CNET and look this tv up. People have posted calibration settings on there. My recommendation at this point would be to return this tv immediately! I have had the pn64e8000 for nearly two years now and it just died yesterday. I have found out recently that these tv's were shipped by Samsung with bad panels. I am not the only one this has happened to and some folks are trying to organize a class action lawsuit over this issue. I have had two Samsung tv's and they both let me down. Their customer service sucks and they will give you the runaround. I just ordered a Sharp aquos Lc70sq15u which is about the same price i paid for the pn64e8000 and is twice the tv. BEWARE OF SAMSUNG!!! « Show Less
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I was at Best Buy for a special event, and there was a Samsung rep there. He told me the A950 is still there flagship model. The differences in the two are back lit vs. edge lit LED's that why the b8000 is so slim. While the b8000 has a faster refresh rate (240 to 120) the a950 has dynamic contrast where the set is constantly scanning to give better blacks. Oh, and I think there's one more HDMI port on the a950 than the b8000 if I remember correctly. I did ask the rep if there was a 9000 series coming out. He said there is one in the works, but wouldn't say when. I'm thinking late fall in time for Christmas, or next year in the spring, but that's a guess. If anyone knows a exact release date for the 9000 series please post. I'm leaning toward the a950 for a few reasons better blacks because of the dynamic contrast scanning, and on the b8000 I did notice while watching at Best Buy the set did bleed light from the edges in letterbox. (The black bars weren't completely black. Kinda bugged me.). $4000 vs $3600 for the a950 plus three yrs. interest free at Best Buy this week. I may pick one up, unless Amazon has a better deal going.
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i am debating between the same exact tv's but i think im going to choose the samsung...samsung is just better in a lot of things and the picture is supposed to be better...