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Samsung UE55C8000
| Caractéristiques | |||
| Screen size | 55 inches | ||
| Resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels | ||
| HD compatibility (1080i/720p) | Yes / Yes | ||
| HD Ready certification | Yes | ||
| Brightness | N.C. | ||
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| Contrast ratio | N.C. |
| Viewing angles (H+V) | N.C. |
| Response time | N.C. |
| Sound level | 2 x 10 W RMS |
| Connectivity | VGA • HDMI (x4) • SCART (x2) • Component • Composite |
| Dimensions (LxHxW) | 1282 x 832.7 x 303 mm |
| Weight | 24.2 kg |
| Type | LCD |
| 3D | yes |
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Pierre-Jean Alzieu
Test date: July 19, 2010
Test date: July 19, 2010
This model is the 55'' version of the 46'' TV that we tested in our labs, the Samsung UE46C8000.
Everything we said in the original article holds true--the only thing that's different is the size!
The only exception is that some manufacturers fit different sized televisions with panels from different sources. In that case, our comments are only valid for the panel that we originally tested. Contrast, black levels, colour handling and ghosting are all subject to change from one panel to another.
Manufacturers who do fit the same panel in all of the TVs in a range can expect the same results across the whole range. The only factor which could be prone to slight variation is the brightness, producing slightly different contrast. According to our own tests, and assurances from manufacturers, the results of one TV can accurately be applied to others in the range.
Pluses
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Full HD 3D compatible
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Great 3D pictures
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Motion Plus 200 Hz works well
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Affordable 3D glasses
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New backlit remote control
Minuses
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Dynamic backlighting remains active in all modes
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Glossy screen subject to reflections
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Very narrow viewing angles
Apart from a different coloured frame that's been shaved down a few millimetres, it's hard to tell the difference between the C8000 and the C7000. Both produce very similar pictures both in 2D and 3D, so we find the higher price tag hard to justify, which is why we still recommend the C7000.
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