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Release date: 11 Nov 2020
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Samsung Series 8 UA55TU8000 review

Samsung Series 8 UA55TU8000. Display diagonal: 139.7 cm (55"), Display resolution: 3840 x 2160 pixels, HD type: 4K Ultra HD, Display technology: LED, Screen shape: Flat. Smart TV. Motion interpolation technology: Motion Rate 100. Digital signal format system: DVB-T. Wi-Fi, Ethernet LAN. Product colour: Black

Exceptional. Elegant. Effortless.


Smart made simple

Smart connectivity From setup to streaming, the Crystal UHD 4K Smart TV allows you to easily navigate different devices and apps.* Works with: Netflix, Amazon Prime, Disney+, Apple TV, Google Play, Kayo, Foxtel Now, Stan, ABC iView, SBS On Demand, 7Plus, 9Now, 10Play, Amazon Alexa, AirPlay 2.

Freeview Plus

Don’t miss an episode Freeview Plus lets you browse and choose free-to-air and catch-up TV shows from the one handy place, set reminders for favourite programs and receive recommendations. Simply press the green button on your remote control and get watching.

Regain control

Control multiple devices with One Remote Control Easily control all of your compatible devices with Samsung’s One Remote Control and get quick access to your favourite things like Netflix, YouTube, Xbox or a Soundbar with Smart Hub.

Beautiful memories deserve a big screen

Ambient Mode Transform your blank screen into a beautiful photo wall or display when you're not watching it. Lay out multiple photos in a beautiful collage or place them in a slide show to share even more memories.

Stunning detail in bright and dark scenes

High Dynamic Range Samsung's Crystal UHD 4K Smart TV delivers dynamic tone mapping of HDR10+ for accurate colour, detail and contrast in bright and dark scenes, creating a stunning all-round picture.

Clean lines, clean living.

A TV designed to be watched, not seen. Sleek and stylish in design with in-built cable management, The Crystal UHD 4K Smart TV is designed to beautifully complement any living space.

The power of voice

Control your TV with ease Choose your voice assistant. You can ask either Bixby, Alexa, or Google Assistant to play your favourite content, get answers, and even control your TV and other connected devices around your home.

Connect wirelessly

Bluetooth With Bluetooth connectivity for your compatible devices, you can connect to your TV without moving from the comfort of your couch.

Helping you to keep up with the action

Game on with Game Mode Samsung's Game Mode helps deliver smooth images and fast motion, reducing lag so you can immerse yourself in the action.

We care, so you're carefree.

Samsung Care Samsung Care’s 24-hour response time from product experts means that if you need assistance with a product, we’ll be there to help so you don't miss a thing.

Experience TV like you are really there

4K UHD Resolution The Crystal 4K UHD TV goes beyond regular Full HD with 4 times the pixels, offering your eyes the sharp and crisp images they deserve.

Just ask Alexa

Amazon Alexa Your life just got simpler. It’s easy to connect your Alexa-enabled devices to your Crystal 4K UHD Smart TV. Have Alexa turn on your TV, change channels, control volume, and more.

Works with AirPlay 2

Seamlessly connect with Apple devices With built-in AirPlay 2, you can stream or share content from Apple devices to the big screen. Effortlessly play videos, music, photos and more on your Samsung TV from your iPhone, iPad and Mac.

Talk to Google to get things done

Google Assistant Easily search and enjoy your favourite entertainment. Ask questions and see the answers on screen. Dim the lights and control smart home devices. Just press the mic button on your remote to get started.

  • Life-like colour and visual detail in bright and dark scenes
  • Transform the blank screen into a photo wall or display
  • Game mode reduces input lag times for fast, accurate gaming
  • Smart made simple from setup to streaming

Samsung Series 8 UA55TU8000 specs

Packaging Data

Package type: Box
Package weight: 19.5 kg
Package height: 843 mm
Package depth: 158 mm
Package width: 1386 mm
E-manual: yes
Smart Remote included: yes
Remote control type: TM2050A
Remote control included: yes
Cables included: AC
Desktop stand: yes

Ports & Interfaces

Consumer Electronics Control (CEC): Anynet+
RF ports quantity: 1
Digital audio optical out: 1
Composite video in: 1
USB 2.0 ports quantity: 2
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports: 1
HDMI Quick Switch: True
HDMI ports quantity: 3

Weight & Dimensions

Weight (without stand): 13.9 kg
Height (without stand): 70.7 cm
Depth (without stand): 5.99 cm
Width (without stand): 123 cm
Weight (with stand): 14.2 kg
Height (with stand): 783.3 mm
Depth (with stand): 250.2 mm
Width (with stand): 1230.5 mm

Management Features

Works with Amazon Alexa: yes
Works with Samsung Bixby: yes
Works with the Google Assistant: yes
Sleep timer: yes
Auto power off: yes
On Screen Display (OSD): True
Electronic Programme Guide (EPG): True

Network

Web browser: yes
Bluetooth: True
Bluetooth version: 4.2
Wi-Fi Direct: True
Wi-Fi standards: Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
Ethernet LAN: yes
Wi-Fi: True

Performance

ConnectShare (HDD): True
ConnectShare (USB): True
MBR support: yes
IPv6 support: yes
Dialog enhancement: yes
Digital Clean View: True
Teletext function: yes
Game mode: yes
High Dynamic Range (HDR) technology: High Dynamic Range 10+ (HDR10 Plus),Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG)
High Dynamic Range (HDR) supported: yes

TV Tuner

Auto channel search: yes
Digital signal format system: DVB-T
Tuner type: Analog & digital

Power

AC input frequency: 50/60 Hz
AC input voltage: 220 - 240 V
Power consumption (max): 145 W
Power consumption (standby): 0.5 W
Power consumption (typical): 102 W

Design

VESA mounting: yes
Product colour: Black

Other Features

Annual energy consumption: 375 kWh

Smart TV

Smart modes: Game, Movie, Natural
Hybrid Broadcast Broadband TV (HbbTV) version: 1.5
Hybrid Broadcast Broadband TV (HbbTV): True
Screen mirroring: yes
Operating system installed: Tizen
Internet TV: True
Smart TV: True

Audio

Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC): yes
Multiroom: True
Multiroom audio technology: Samsung Multiroom Link
Audio decoders: Dolby Digital
Audio decoding technologies: Dolby Digital Plus
RMS rated power: 20 W
Number of speakers: 2

Display

Dynamic contrast ratio marketing name: Mega Contrast
Motion interpolation technology: Motion Rate 100
Screen shape: Flat
Display technology: LED
Display technology: LED
Display resolution: 3840 x 2160 pixels
HD type: 4K Ultra HD
Display diagonal: 139.7 cm (55")