It’s a great pleasure to compare TCL 65R617 and Samsung 65NU8000 Ultra HD Smart LED TVs, both released in 2018. Samsung 65NU8000 offers all popular video file formats, and TCL 65R617 supports MKV with TS, in addition. Another significant difference in the Samsung 65NU8000 vs TCL 65R617 test is Bluetooth audio streaming, which TCL 65R617 doesn’t provide.
TCL 65R617, as well as Samsung 65NU8000, lets enjoy a stunning picture of 4K UHD quality that will satisfy the most demanding viewer. The 65R617 perfectly displays the contrasts and colors. In combination with Dolby Vision HDR, it ensures the most lifelike picture. LED backlighting and contrast control Zones produce Deep blacks that power the picture, making its quality amazing. Even the lack of Local dimming technology doesn’t spoil the impression.
Samsung 65NU8000 can please you with its Ultra Slim Array system. It helps achieve the finest contrast, perfectly combining the deepness of the blacks with the brightness of the whites. Supreme UHD micro dimming lets experience an expanded range of colors and provides other required improvements for a breathtaking picture.
TCL 65R617 has impressive wireless capabilities. Smart Functionality with Roku TV allows getting access to many streaming channels featuring thousands of movies and TV episodes. The interface is simple and intuitive. It guarantees to find your favorite entertainment extremely quickly with the help of an enhanced remote. Also, there is a voice control option. All this makes the device management so simple and pleasant.
Samsung 65NU8000 offers Bixby Voice. Powered by a Universal Guide, remote and voice assistance, it helps find streaming and live TV shows without lifting a finger. With the 240 Motion Rate, the TV lets enjoy smooth and crisp images even in the fastest scenes. Also, Samsung offers its traditional picture in picture technology, which is very handy.
TCL 65R617 has a bold, brushed metal design. This model comes in black color. The depth with stand is 10.7 inches versus 13.79 of the 65NU8000. The difference may seem not too big, but it matters when it is necessary to fit the unit in some space. There are 4 legs in the TCL 65R617 TV and a big one in Samsung 65NU8000. Both TVs have 65-inch flat screen design.
Specification | Samsung 65NU8000 | TCL 65R617 |
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User Manual | ||
Manual | 65nu8000.pdf | 65r617.pdf |
Audio File Formats | ||
Wav | ||
Wma | ||
Mp3 | ||
Other | 3GPP, MKV, TS, M2TS, WebM, ASF | MKV, TS |
Ogg | ||
Flac | ||
Ac3 | ||
Aac | ||
Dimensions, Weight And Color | ||
Height, Cm/in | 83.31/32.79 | 83.57/32.9 |
Width, Cm/in | 144.53/56.9 | 145.03/57.09 |
Colors | black | black |
Weight With Stand, Kg/lbs | 26.4/58.2 | 23.7/52.25 |
Depth With Stand, Cm/in | 35.05/13.79 | 27.18/10.7 |
Height With Stand, Cm/in | 90.93/35.79 | 90.68/35.7 |
Width With Stand, Cm/in | 144.53/56.9 | 145.03/57.09 |
Weight, Kg/lbs | 24.2/53.35 | 23.2/51.15 |
Depth, Cm/in | 5.59/2.2 | 7.62/3 |
Connections | ||
Composite Video Input | 1 | 1 |
Usb | 2 | 1 |
Bluetooth | ||
Wi-fi 5ghz | ||
Wi-fi | ||
Ethernet (rj45) | 1 | - |
Analog Audio Output (3.5 Mm) | - | 1 |
Optical Digital Audio Output (s/pdif) | 1 | 1 |
Display | ||
Resolution, Pixels | 3840 x 2160 | 3840 x 2160 |
Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
Full Hd | ||
Refresh Rate, Hz | 120 | 60 |
4k/uhd | ||
Display Colors | 1.07 billion | 1.07 billion |
Screen Size, Inch | 65 | 65 |
Display Area, % | 95.33 | 94.7 |
Display Height, Cm/in | 80.35/31.63 | 80.35/31.63 |
Display Width, Cm/in | 142.85/56.24 | 142.84/56.23 |
Screen Design | flat | flat |
Display Type | VA | VA |
High Dynamic Range (hdr) | HDR10 | HDR10 |
Tv Tuner | ||
Digital | ||
Analog | ||
Internet Movie Streaming | ||
Hulu | ||
Netflix | ||
Other | 3GPP, MKV, TS, M2TS, WebM, ASF | MKV, TS |
Hbo | ||
Amazon Video | ||
Video File Formats | ||
Other | 3GPP, MKV, TS, M2TS, WebM, ASF | MKV, TS |
Mov | ||
Mp4 | ||
Wmv | ||
Avi | ||
Recording Features | ||
Watch And Record | ||
Digital Recording | ||
Viewing Angles | ||
Vertical, Degrees | 178 | 178 |
Horizontal, Degrees | 178 | 178 |
Processor | ||
Model | Quad-core | Dual-core |
Accessories | ||
Microphone | ||
Camera | ||
Mobile Features | ||
Mobile App | ||
Video File Codecs | ||
Other | 3GPP, MKV, TS, M2TS, WebM, ASF | MKV, TS |
Mpeg-4 | ||
H.263 | ||
H.264 | ||
H.265 | ||
Divx | ||
Panel | ||
Pixel Density, Ppi | 68 | 68 |
Pixel Pitch, Cm/in | 0.037/0.014 | 0.037/0.014 |
Panel Bit Depth, Bits | 10 | 10 |
Native Refresh Rate, Hz | 240 | 120 |
Backlight Technology | Edge LED | Direct LED |
Panel Technology | Motion Rate | Clear Motion |
Audio | ||
Dts Decoder | ||
Dolby Surround | ||
Dolby Atmos | ||
Speakers Power, W | 40 | 16 |
Speakers | stereo | stereo |
Artificial Intelligence | ||
Amazon Alexa Compatible | ||
Google Assistant | ||
Ergonomics | ||
Landscape/portrait Pivot | ||
Removable Stand | ||
Vesa Interface | 400 x 400 | 300 x 300 |
Vesa Mount | ||
3d | ||
2d To 3d | has not | has not |
3d | ||
General | ||
Display Type | VA | VA |
Brand | Samsung | TCL |
Screen Sizes In Series | 49, 55, 65, 75, 82 | 55, 65 |
Smart Tv | ||
Video Features | ||
Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
Unique Features | ||
Voice Remote | ||
In The Box | ||
Remote Control |