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Release date: March 28, 2021
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Samsung Series 8 UA50AU8000WXXY TV review

Samsung Series 8 UA50AU8000WXXY. Display diagonal: 127 cm (50"), 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,DVB-T2. Wi-Fi, Ethernet LAN. Product colour: Black

Crystal UHD 4K Smart TV - AU8000

Designed for the way you live The crystal clear choice

Experience TV like you are really there

4K UHD Resolution Bring to life your favourite characters in beautiful detail with 4 times the pixels of Full HD. Life-like colour and contrast will reveal cinematic subtlety – even in dark scenes.

A TV designed to be watched, not seen.

AirSlim Design The stylish AirSlim design makes this Crystal UHD TV the perfect complement to any home. At just 27mm thin, it boasts an incredible profile that is designed to blend seamlessly into the wall. And with no bulky bezels and hidden unsightly cables, you can enjoy the action without distraction.

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Smart made simple from setup to streaming Smart Connectivity

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 things like Netflix, YouTube, gaming consoles or a Soundbar with Smart Hub.

Blank into beautiful

Ambient Mode Beautiful memories deserve a big screen. Transform your blank screen into a beautiful photo wall or display, transforming any space with the push of a button.

Synchronised sound from your TV and Soundbar

Experience ground breaking audio with Q-Symphony, which synchronises sound from both your TV with your compatible Samsung Q-Series Home Theatre Soundbar for a truly immersive surround sound experience that puts you right in the middle of the action.

Control your TV with ease

Built-in Voice Assistant You can ask either Bixby or Alexa to play your favourite content, get answers, and even control your TV and other compatible connected devices - all by using nothing more than your voice.

Conquer lag, conquer opponents

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

Free TV, no strings attached

Samsung TV Plus Enjoy free live streaming TV with Samsung TV Plus. With a variety of channels to choose from including news, sports, entertainment and more. It's 100% free and is ready to use without additional setup. All you need is an Internet connection.

We care so you're carefree

Samsung Care If you need help or advice, our expert tech team are on hand on demand at a time that suits you to give you all the answers you need to keep you up and running.

Hangs beautifully on the wall, with virtually no gap

Slim Fit Wall Mount (Sold Separately) Slim Fit Wall-Mount accessory (sold separately) helps your TV to hang beautifully on the wall, leaving minimal space between. Gorgeous from all angles, your TV can fit elegantly into your living room.

Out of the box thinking

Eco-Packaging Samsung Eco-Packaging is not like usual packaging. It comes with easy-to-follow DIY instructions on how to transform the cardboard into a standalone shelf, a table or even a cat house.

  • Purchase with a Soundbar and save.T&C’s apply
  • Available from 5th April and 12th April for 50” and above
  • Content never looked so real with 4K UHD Resolution
  • A TV designed to be watched, not seen
  • Simple and seamless with Smart Connectivity
  • Control multiple devices with one remote control

Samsung Series 8 UA50AU8000WXXY TV specs

Special Features

Q-Symphony: True

Packaging Data

Package type: Box
Package weight: 16.4 kg
Package height: 771 mm
Package depth: 137 mm
Package width: 1246 mm
E-manual: yes
Smart Remote included: yes
Remote control type: TM2180A
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): 11.5 kg
Height (without stand): 64.5 cm
Depth (without stand): 2.57 cm
Width (without stand): 111.8 cm
Weight (with stand): 12.2 kg
Height (with stand): 683.6 mm
Depth (with stand): 228.8 mm
Width (with stand): 1118.3 mm

Management Features

Works with Amazon Alexa: yes
Works with Samsung Bixby: yes
Works with the Google Assistant: yes
Sleep timer: 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
Brightness detection: yes
Subtitles function: yes
Teletext function: yes
High Dynamic Range (HDR) technology: Filmmaker Mode,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,DVB-T2
Tuner type: Analog & digital

Power

AC input frequency: 50/60 Hz
AC input voltage: 220 - 240 V
Power consumption (max): 140 W
Power consumption (standby): 0.5 W
Power consumption (typical): 92 W

Design

Product colour: Black

Smart TV

Smart modes: Movie, Natural
Hybrid Broadcast Broadband TV (HbbTV) version: 2.0.2
Hybrid Broadcast Broadband TV (HbbTV): True
Sound mirroring: yes
Operating system installed: Tizen
Internet TV: True
Smart TV: True

Audio

Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC): yes
Active voice amplifier (AVA): yes
Audio decoders: Dolby Digital
Audio decoding technologies: Dolby Digital Plus
RMS rated power: 20 W
Number of speakers: 2

Display

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: 127 cm (50")