Samsung 55-Inch Class 4K Crystal UHD DU8000 Series HDR Smart TV w/Object Tracking Sound Lite, Motion Xcelerator, Ultra Slim Design, Gaming Hub, Alexa Built-in (UN55DU8000, 2024 Model)

I’m upgrading from a 2019 Philips 65” 4K TV. Only because the Philips wouldn’t restart after a power surge. Every other thing did. (Yes I do use surge protectors) This Samsung is the first TV I’ve bought since 2020. I didn’t realize the advances in technology and looks. It’s also the first Samsung I’ve owned, ever. I’ve only had it for about 36 hours as of now, but it’s becoming more easy to use and navigate the menu. I’m not completely familiar with it yet, though. The only complaint I have, and this may sound crazy to some, is that the picture may be TOO CLEAR. It has what is described in some YouTube videos as the “soap opera effect”. Watching some movies on Dish Network and BluRay, it seems as if the viewer is watching the characters live instead of in a movie. The picture can be adjusted to different settings, to reduce this effect, that are more to the viewer’s preference. And there are many “micro adjustments” that can be made, appropriately enough called “expert settings”. I’m no expert though. I don’t regret the purchase at all. But, if I’d watched those videos before buying, I might have chosen to buy another model Samsung. Or maybe even a different brand. Mostly because I learned that Samsung doesn’t support Dolby Vision or Sound. I have my 7.1 surround system for sound anyway, so that’s not a problem for me. Anyone who is dependent on the TVs sound capability, should be aware of the fact that Samsung and Dolby Vision don’t play together. I’ll get used to this new TV soon. But I should have done more research before buying it. I guess 5 years is a very long time to jump in TV technology nowadays. One more thing about Samsung that surprised me is that they don’t supply the mounting screws for their TVs. I had to order some separately from Amazon. The ones I found are the right thread size, but (when using included spacers) are at least 1/4” too long, maybe 5/16”. I learned elsewhere that the recommended thread depth is 11-13mm. A person can either use more spacers or cut them off at the right thread length. This is a positive review. I know that I bought a great TV at a good price (approx. $640). I’m just going to have to get used to all the new technology it has. And the super clear picture will take me time to get used to for sure. Even though my 2019 Philips was a 4K TV as well, it was nowhere near as clear as this 2024 Samsung.

The SAMSUNG 55-Inch Class 4K Crystal UHD DU8000 Series Smart TV has exceeded my expectations. The picture quality is stunning, with vibrant colors and deep contrasts thanks to the 4K Crystal UHD and HDR features. Watching movies, sports, and shows has never looked better! One of the standout features is Object Tracking Sound (OTS), which creates a more immersive audio experience by tracking the action on the screen. It’s a small but impactful detail that really enhances the viewing experience, especially for action-packed content. The smart features are intuitive, with easy access to streaming services like Netflix and YouTube, and the built-in voice control makes navigation effortless. Setting up the TV was a breeze, and the slim design makes it look sleek in any room. The only minor drawback I found is that the remote feels a bit basic compared to some higher-end models, but it still gets the job done. Overall, this TV is a fantastic value for anyone looking for a great 4K experience without breaking the bank. Highly recommend!

I brought this TV to replace my Samsung 51"plasma and I'm very pleased with the picture quality and all of the extra free streaming channels. I will probably be up grading my sound bar to a Samsung to really get the most out of the sound so far I'm very happy with my purchase.

The tv is fine but two things I hate and would not buy it again. 1. The glare is completely unacceptable. If not in a completely black room the reflections and glare are obnoxious and during the day it’s horrible and at night if a single light is on in the room it is even worse. 2. Samsung for that past few years tries to route you through their Samsung hub for streaming. It is junk! Hard to navigate and hard to find some apps. I put an Amazon Alexa fire tv onto it to solve this. I like that my Samsung remote lets me also control the fire tv but navigating to it each time is a pain. I would definitely NOT buy this tv for these reasons and especially due to the glare. A friend just bought a different brand and it is in a much brighter room with lots of windows and no issues. Unfortunate because I have older Samsung TV’s that have been reliable and did not have the glare problem.

Wanted a bigger tv, so bought this one. Biggest tv I ever had. The picture is absolutely great. Had it shipped to my door and it arrived in perfect condition. I don’t have it mounted on the wall, I just put the feet on the bottom and have it setting on a table. Easy enough to slide the feet in and set up. Connecting all the apps I want on it was pretty easy also. Most of them have a pop up bar code that you scan with your phone and set up quickly. I really liked that. The cost was very good and I wanted to buy it before any kind of tariffs were set on tv’s. The tv itself has many options of shows to watch, even if you don’t have a tv provider. Very nice to have Alexa built in to the tv. I’m able to connect my cameras to it and just ask Alexa to see the front porch, or whatever camera I want to see and it pops up on the tv. That’s pretty cool. The remote works quickly and doesn’t lag after you push a button and it’s easy to get used to. First remote I’ve had that charges from a cable and has solar / light charging capabilities. No more batteries.Over all, I’m really happy with this tv and recommend this tv highly.

Colors, brightness, and resolution details are superb. Setup was not complicated. I did get professional help to install Dream full motion tv mount to make future cable modifications easier when/if necessary. Apple Airplay 2 compliant feature casts iPhone or iPad device display to tv. Toslink fiber port and USB ports made it easy to add a TV streaming connector for my hearing aids. I like the slim profile and small bezels. Makes for a clean look. 50” display size is perfect for my den wall. The sound quality is good. The enclosed remote is satisfactory for minimalist use. I opted instead for the GE Universal remote which is easier for me to use. TV entertainment is important to me. I consider the entertainment value of this quality Samsung TV hard to beat, especially at its price point.

We’ve had this for a year now and are very pleased with it. Bought it as it was a Samsung and a good price. It was easy to set up and load apps. The picture quality is wonderful and clear. Would buy again.

Exceptionally clear picture and sound. This is my first "smart" tv so some things I do are hit-or-miss, but most things are reasonably intuitive. Thus far, I haven't done anything that I couldn't back out of or undo. It comes with a quick set-up guide - which is very good for a quick set-up - but, otherwise, there aren't any written materials. Once the set is turned on, the automatic step-by-step set-up/configuration is pretty easy to follow. A user guide is available on line but be aware that it's 254 pages. There are certain things I'd like to do - e.g., rename the HDMI ports - but I have yet to find a way and I don't have the time to go through 5 pages of the Table of Contents. Very glad that it has a digital optical audio output, as it made it simple to connect to my ancient, 5.1 home theater system. It's also equipped with several HDMI ports so I can connect all of my equipment. All in all, it's a great set and I'd recommend it to anyone.

Crisp and clean. Definitely would recommend

Not the best. But it's value for money.

It's very good but I'm very disappointed. I can't put the subtitles on even though I wanted to learn English like that.