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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you want a TV that's slightly better for viewing in bright rooms, the Samsung AU8000 is a better choice. However, the Sony X77L offers slightly better performance for sports content and has voice command features for accessibility. The Samsung model may be slightly more expensive than the Sony, but it also has slightly better performance for general content, including movies and gaming. Both TVs are similar in their offerings for smart features, such as HDR support, although the Samsung does not support Dolby Vision while Sony does. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Samsung AU8000 (LCD)
- Good reflections
Advantages of the Sony X77L (LCD)
- Very good motion processing
- Good viewing angle
Key differences
Picture Quality
6.6
5.6
6.71/10
CONTRAST
3.58/10
6.3/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.3/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
LED
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
IPS
The Samsung AU8000 (LCD) has only fair picture quality, while the Sony X77L (LCD) has poor picture quality.
Movies & TV
5.9
5.2
6.71/10
CONTRAST
3.58/10
6.9/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
5.8/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
7.0/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
No
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
No
The Samsung AU8000 (LCD) and Sony X77L (LCD) are both poor for movies & TV, though the Samsung AU8000 (LCD) is somewhat better.
The Samsung AU8000 struggles with displaying deep blacks and enhancing contrast in dark scenes due to its lack of local dimming and mediocre black uniformity, which is crucial for movies and cinematic content. In contrast, the Sony X77L, with its inferior contrast and black uniformity, also falls short in delivering the rich, true blacks and detailed shadows that create a cinematic experience.
Cartoons & Animation
6.9
6.0
6.1/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
5.9/10
6.3/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.3/10
7.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.2/10
7.2/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
8.8/10
6.8/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
7.7/10
The Samsung AU8000 (LCD) and Sony X77L (LCD) are both only fair for cartoons & animation, though the Samsung AU8000 (LCD) is somewhat better.
The Samsung AU8000 has good colors out of the box but only a fair color gamut, which means while the initial color settings are pleasing, the range of colors it can display is limited. Conversely, the Sony X77L boasts very good colors out of the box and a poor color gamut, offering more vibrant initial settings but a similarly restricted color range, affecting the overall quality of cartoons and animation.
News, Talk, & Other TV
6.7
6.0
7.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.2/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
7.0/10
The Samsung AU8000 (LCD) and Sony X77L (LCD) are both only fair for news, talk, & other TV, though the Samsung AU8000 (LCD) is somewhat better.
Both the Samsung AU8000 and the Sony X77L are fair choices for watching news, talk shows, and other programs due to their decent upscaling capability and SDR brightness, which ensures that standard definition content looks good and is displayed brightly. However, the Samsung AU8000 has better out-of-the-box colors and local dimming which can improve picture quality, while the Sony X77L offers a wider color gamut despite having weaker contrast, which may affect the depth of black colors.
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Key similarities
Sports
6.5
6.8
6.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.5/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
7.0/10
7.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.2/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Sony X77L (LCD) and Samsung AU8000 (LCD) are both only fair for sports.
When watching sports, the Samsung AU8000 has a poor response time, good reflections handling but a narrow viewing angle and fair motion processing, leading to a less than ideal experience for fast-paced action and group viewing. In contrast, the Sony X77L also has a poor response time but fair reflections handling, better motion processing and a wider viewing angle which may offer a more consistent picture in different seating positions but could still have blur in fast movements.
Gaming
5.8
5.8
5.9/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
5.9/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
6.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.5/10
0.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
5.0/100
5.8/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.4/10
The Sony X77L (LCD) and Samsung AU8000 (LCD) are both poor for gaming.
The Samsung AU8000 has very low input lag, which is good for gaming, but its poor response time can cause motion blur that's particularly noticeable in fast-paced games. Conversely, the Sony X77L has a very good response time reducing motion blur, but its high input lag may lead to a less responsive gaming experience.
Bright Room
6.3
6.0
5.5/10
VIEWING ANGLE
7.7/10
7.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.2/10
5.7/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.2/10
7.8/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
6.3/10
The Samsung AU8000 (LCD) and Sony X77L (LCD) are both only fair for bright room.
The Samsung AU8000 handles reflections slightly better, which can be an advantage in a brightly lit room, but both the AU8000 and the Sony X77L offer comparable SDR brightness. The Sony X77L, however, exhibits significantly lower contrast and color volume, which may impact picture quality in varied lighting conditions.
Cost
$548
$548
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
$800
The Samsung AU8000 (LCD) has a price of $548 and the Sony X77L (LCD) costs $548.
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Spec Comparison
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| Samsung AU8000 (LCD) | Sony X77L (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$548 | $548 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Samsung | Sony | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 3, 2021 | July 3, 2023 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | UN55AU8000 | KD-55X77L | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 55" | 55" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Tizen | Google TV | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 6/10 | 6.1/10 | |
NextGen Ready | |||
NextGen Ready | No | No | |
HDMI Ports | |||
HDMI Ports | 3 | 3 | |
Coax Ports | |||
Coax Ports | 1 | 1 | |
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Picture Quality Score | |||
Picture Quality Score | 6.6/10 | 5.6/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 6.4/10 | 6/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.8/10 | 5.8/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 5.9/10 | 5.2/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.5/10 | 6.9/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 27.9" x 48.5" x 1" | 28.5" x 49" x 2.9" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 29.5" x 48.5" | 31.1" x 49" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 34.2 lbs | 33.8 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 200 x 200 | 300 x 300 | |
DISPLAY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Color Depth | |||
Color Depth | 10 bit | 10 bit | |
Black Frame Insertion | |||
Black Frame Insertion | Yes | Yes | |
Auto Low Latency Mode | |||
Auto Low Latency Mode | Yes | Yes | |
Contrast | |||
Contrast | 6.7/10 | 3.6/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 2.5/10 | 3/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.0 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 20 W | 20 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Bypass only | Yes | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | Up to DTS Digital Surround, Bypass only | |
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Samsung AU8000 (LCD)
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Michael Desjardin | April 2023
"To put it directly: you’d never see a mid-range 4K TV hitting this black levels half a decade ago. AU8000 plays the part of a higher-end TV thanks to its sleek design. If you’re upgrading to a smart TV for the first time, the software is a great way to dip your toes in the streaming water."
Sony X77L (LCD)
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Milton Clark | September 2023
"For an entry-level model, Sony’s X77L is a decent 4K TV. It’s color reproduction, along with crisp and clean picture images revealed plenty of detail and clarity thanks in part to Sony’s excellent video processing."
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About Samsung
Samsung, a South Korean electronics manufacturer, holds the title of being the largest global TV vendor in terms of units sold. They offer a diverse lineup of TV products that cater to various budget ranges. A notable achievement in recent years is the development of Quantum Dots, a technology that enhances color reproduction, resulting in richer and more vibrant hues. Samsung TVs are well-regarded for their high manufacturing quality and user-friendly software, making them an excellent choice for consumers seeking an intuitive viewing experience.
About Sony
Sony stands as a highly experienced and widely trusted TV manufacturer, earning a reputation that surpasses all others. A Japanese company, Sony has been making TVs for far longs than it has been making Playstation game consoles. Sony's high-end TVs are often regarded as the ultimate choice for videophiles, representing the epitome of quality, albeit at a premium price point. Renowned for their advanced and precise motion handling, as well as their cutting-edge local dimming algorithms, Sony consistently delivers unparalleled performance in these areas. They include Google TV software with all their TV sets, which grants access to the largest selection of apps available and they also include Bravia Core which is a movie streaming platform specifically for Sony TVs that offers higher picture quality by using more bandwidth.
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