Best For
Best for Gaming
TCL 85P8L
Better Picture Quality
TCL 85P8L
Better Sound Quality
TCL 85P8L
Best Smart TV Experience
TCL 85P8L
If you're choosing between the Samsung UN85DU8000FXZC and TCL 85P8L, both deliver a massive 85-inch 4K viewing experience, but they target different audiences. Samsung focuses on gaming features, smart ecosystem integration, and a refined Tizen interface, while TCL aims to maximize picture quality and entertainment value with its QLED panel, Dolby Vision support, 144Hz refresh rate, and ONKYO-powered audio system. While both TVs support HDMI 2.1, VRR, and ALLM, TCL offers stronger audiovisual specifications on paper, making this comparison especially interesting for movie enthusiasts and gamers looking for the best large-screen experience.
Verdict
The TCL 85P8L is the stronger overall package for most buyers. Its QLED display, Dolby Vision support, 144Hz refresh rate, Dolby Atmos audio, ONKYO speakers, and Google TV platform give it an advantage in both picture and sound quality. The Samsung UN85DU8000FXZC remains a great option for users invested in Samsung's ecosystem and gaming features like FreeSync Premium and Gaming Hub. However, for pure value and multimedia performance, TCL takes the lead.
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| Model No |
85P8L |
UN85DU8000FXZC |
| TV Type |
Smart TV |
Smart TV |
| Screen Size |
85 Inch (216 cm) |
85 Inch (216 cm) |
| Resolution |
4K 3840 x 2160 |
4K 3840 x 2160 |
| Aspect Ratio |
16:9 |
16:9 |
| Motion Rate |
144 Hz |
120 Hz |
| Viewing Angle |
178°/178° |
178°/178° |
| USB |
| USB Version |
: 3.0 |
| Supported Audio Formats |
: AAC, MP3, WMA, WAV ( PCM ), AIFF, FLAC, AC3 |
| Supported Video Formats |
: MKV ( H.264 ), MP4, MOV ( H.264 ), TS ( H.264 ) |
| Supported Picture Formats |
: JPEG, PNG, GIF |
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| USB Version |
: 2.0 |
| Supported Audio Formats |
: MP3, FLAC, OGG, WMA, WAV, MIDI, APE, AIFF, ALAC, M4A, MPA, AAC |
| Supported Video Formats |
: AVI, MKV, MP4, ASF, MOV, 3GP, FLV, VRO, VOB, SVI |
| Supported Picture Formats |
: JPG, JPEG, PNG, BMP, MPO |
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| Video |
| Backlight |
: 4K UHD QLED |
| HLG |
: Yes |
| AI HDR |
: Yes |
| HDR 10 |
: Yes |
| HDR 10+ |
: Yes |
| AI Color |
: Yes |
| AI Scene |
: Yes |
| AI Clarity |
: Yes |
| AI Motion |
: Yes |
| AI Contrast |
: Yes |
| Dolby Vision |
: Yes |
| Multiple Eye Care |
: Yes |
| Enhanced Stability |
: Yes |
| Transient Response |
: Yes |
| Halo Effect Improved |
: Yes |
| Enhanced Brightness |
: Yes |
| Optical Refractive Lens |
: Yes |
| 22Bit Backlight Control |
: Yes |
| Energy Highlighter Base |
: Yes |
| High-transmittance Filter |
: Yes |
| Spotlight Effect Enhanced |
: Yes |
| Colorful Quantum Crystal |
: Yes |
| Increase Energy Efficiency |
: Yes |
| High-Energy Light-Emitting Chip |
: Yes |
| Dynamic Lighting Bionic Algorithm |
: Yes |
| ALD Corrosion-Resistant Technique |
: Yes |
| Bionic Color Optimization Technology |
: Yes |
| Resolution |
: 4K UHD |
| Wide Color Gamut |
: 93% DCI-P3 |
| Picture Engine |
: AIPQ Pro Processor |
| System Brightness |
: HDR High Brightness |
| Panel Type |
: HVA Panel Technology |
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| Backlight |
: 4K UHD Crystal LED |
| HDR |
: Yes |
| Filmmaker Mode |
: Yes |
| Contrast Enhancer |
: Yes |
| HDR10+ |
: Support |
| AI Upscale |
: 4K Upscaling |
| Micro Dimming |
: UHD Dimming |
| Contrast |
: Mega Contrast |
| Picture Engine |
: Crystal Processor 4K |
| Motion Technology |
: Motion Xcelerator 120Hz |
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| Audio |
| Audio Output ( RMS ) |
: 2 X 10 W + 20 W |
| Dolby Atmos |
: Yes |
| AI Sound Quality |
: Yes |
| DTS Premuim Sound |
: DTS Virtual X |
| Sound Channel |
: 2.1 Channel |
| Speaker System |
: ONKYO 2.1 Hi-Fi System |
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| Sound Output ( RMS ) |
: 20 W |
| Q-Symphony |
: Yes |
| Adaptive Sound |
: Yes |
| Object Tracking Sound |
: OTS Lite |
| Speaker Type |
: 2 Channel |
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| Connectivity Options |
| HDMI ( 2.1 ) |
: 4 |
| USB ( 3.0 ) |
: 1 |
| WiFi 5 |
: Yes |
| HDMI CEC |
: Yes |
| Bluetooth 5.4 |
: Yes |
| Ethernet / LAN |
: Yes |
| HDMI2. 1 ( eARC & ARC ) |
: Yes |
| Miracast ( Wireless Display ) |
: Yes |
| HDMI Version |
: HDMI2.1 |
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| HDMI 2.1 |
: 3 |
| USB-A |
: 2 |
| WiFi5 |
: Yes |
| Bluetooth 5.2 |
: Yes |
| Ethernet / LAN |
: Yes |
| Anynet+ ( HDMI-CEC ) |
: Yes |
| Digital Audio Out ( Optical ) |
: Yes |
| HDMI Audio Return Channel |
: eARC / ARC |
| HDMI ( High Frame Rate ) |
: 4K 120Hz ( For HDMI 1 / 2 / 3 ) |
| RF In ( Terrestrial / Cable Input / Satellite Input ) |
: 1 / 1 ( Common Use For Terrestrial ) / 0 |
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| Smart TV Features |
| Operating System |
: Google TV |
| CPU |
: ARM Cortex-A73 |
| GPU |
: ARM Mali-G52 |
| RAM |
: 3 GB |
| ROM |
: 32 GB |
| Netflix |
: Yes |
| YouTube |
: Yes |
| AirPlay 2 |
: Yes |
| Art Gallary |
: Yes |
| Prime Video |
: Yes |
| AI Art Agent |
: Yes |
| Web Browser |
: Yes |
| YouTube Music |
: Yes |
| AI Office Agent |
: Yes |
| AI Image Quality |
: Yes |
| Google Assistant Built-In |
: Yes |
| Hands-Free Voice Control |
: Yes |
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| Operating System |
: Tizen™ Smart TV |
| Bixby |
: Yes |
| Daily+ |
: Yes |
| Apple AirPlay |
: Yes |
| Multi Control |
: Yes |
| Web Browser |
: Yes |
| Universal Guide |
: Yes |
| Samsung Health |
: Yes |
| Samsung TV Plus |
: Yes |
| Smart Things Hub / Matter Hub / IoT-Sensor Funtionality |
: Yes |
| Built-in Voice Assistant |
: Alexa |
| NFT |
: Nifty Gateway |
| Multi-View |
: Up To 2 Videos |
| Works With AI Speaker |
: Alexa, Google Assistant |
| Multi Device Experience |
: Mobile To TV, Sound Mirroring, Wireless TV On, Tap View |
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| Other Features |
| Design |
: Bezel-Less Design & Slim & Unibody Design |
| Quick Settings |
: Yes |
| Ambiant Mode |
: Yes |
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| Design |
: Air Slim Design |
| Bezel Type |
: 3 Bezel-Less |
| Slim Type |
: Slim Look |
| Stand Type |
: Float lift |
| Front Color |
: Black |
| Stand Colour |
: Black |
| EPG |
: Yes |
| HGiG |
: Yes |
| V-Chip |
: Yes |
| IP Control |
: Yes |
| Analog Tuner |
: Yes |
| Embeded POP |
: Yes |
| Mini Map Zoom |
: Yes |
| Dynamic Black EQ |
: Yes |
| Game Motion Plus |
: Yes |
| Auto Game Mode ( ALLM ) |
: Yes |
| Variable Refresh Rate ( VRR ) |
: Yes |
| Super Ultra Wide Game View |
: Yes |
| Zigbee / Thread Module |
: Dongle Support |
| Digital Broadcasting |
: ATSC / ClearQAM |
| FreeSync |
: FreeSync Premium |
| OSD Language |
: English, Spanish, French |
| Gaming Hub |
: Yes ( KR, US, CA, BR, GB, FR, DE, IT, ES, MX, AU ) |
| Motor Impaired Support |
: Slow Button Repeat, Remote Control App. For All |
| Low Vision Support |
: Audio Description, Zoom Menu and Text, High Contrast, SeeColors, Color Inversion, Grayscale, Picture Off |
| Hearing Impaired Support |
: Closed Caption ( Subtitle ), Multi-Output Audio, Caption Position, Sign Language Zoom, Separate Closed Caption, Sign Language Guide |
| Accessibillity - Voice Guide |
: US English, Mexico Spanish, Canada French, Finnish, German, Greek, Hungarian, Italian, Norwegian, Polish, Portugal Portuguese, Romanian, Slovak, Swedish, Czech, Danish, Dutch, Korean |
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| General Details |
| Power Supply ( Voltage, Hz ) |
: AC 100 - 240V 50/60Hz |
| Power Consumption |
: 260 W |
| Power Consumption Standby |
: 0.5 W |
| Energy Saving Mode |
: Yes |
| Weight Without Stand |
: 30.3 Kg |
| Weight With Stand |
: 31 Kg |
| Package Weight |
: 48 Kg |
| VESA Walll Mount Pattern |
: 600 mm X 400 mm |
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| Power Requirements |
: AC 110-120 V~ 50/60 Hz |
| Power Consumption Max |
: 310 W |
| Eco Sensor |
: Yes |
| Auto Power Off |
: Yes |
| Auto Power Saving |
: Yes |
| Weight Without Stand |
: 41.5 Kg |
| Weight With Stand |
: 42.5 Kg |
| Weight Of Package Carton |
: 55.3 Kg |
| VESA Wall Mount Compatibility |
: 600 mm X 400 mm |
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| Supplied Accessories |
| Remote Control |
: IR, Bluetooth |
| Stand |
: Yes |
| Wall Mount |
: Yes |
| 2N Batteries |
: Yes |
| User Manual |
: Yes |
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| Solar Cell Remote Control |
: TM2360E |
| Power Cable |
: Yes |
| User Manual |
: Yes |
| Slim Fit Cam Compatible |
: Yes |
| Slim Wall Mount Compatible |
: Yes |
| Full Motion Slim Wall Mount Compatible ( Y22 ) |
: Yes |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which product is better for gaming?
The TCL 85P8L is slightly better for gaming thanks to its 144Hz refresh rate, HDMI 2.1 connectivity, VRR support, and Auto Low Latency Mode.
Does Samsung UN85DU8000FXZC support Dolby Atmos?
No, the Samsung UN85DU8000FXZC includes Adaptive Sound and Object Tracking Sound Lite but does not list Dolby Atmos support.
Which TV offers better picture quality?
The TCL 85P8L offers better picture quality with its QLED panel, Dolby Vision support, wide color gamut coverage, and advanced image processing features.
Which TV has better built-in speakers?
The TCL 85P8L provides superior audio performance with its ONKYO 2.1-channel speaker system, Dolby Atmos support, and higher total audio output.
Is Google TV better than Tizen Smart TV?
Google TV offers broader app integration, personalized recommendations, and built-in Google Assistant, while Tizen provides a smooth and user-friendly Samsung ecosystem experience.
Which TV is the better overall value?
The TCL 85P8L delivers better overall value by combining premium display technology, stronger audio capabilities, and advanced gaming features in a single package.
Top Differences- Resolution: 4K 3840 x 2160 Vs 4K UHD
- Refresh Rate: 120 Hz Vs 144 Hz
- Display Technology: 4K UHD Crystal LED Vs 4K UHD QLED
- Picture Processor: Crystal Processor 4K Vs AIPQ Pro Processor
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