Samsung 43-Inch Class Crystal UHD U8000F 4K Smart TV (2025 Model) Endless Free Content, Crystal Processor 4K, MetalStream Design, Knox Security, Alexa Built-in

Thankfully there’s no screen damage or issues that I’ve found so far, it was delivered when it was raining and the bottom of the box was soaked, so it would’ve been difficult to send it back in the original box. I chose not to have it delivered and unboxed to a room of my preference and just did it myself, but that was an option for free, which I was surprised by, that would be great for someone who couldn’t do it themselves and it doesn’t cost anything extra. The picture is great, definitely worth the price. It was super easy to set up, you do need the Samsung SmartThings app which I already had from the tv I was replacing, and the free content is pretty cool too. I don’t mind the small remote, some of the other reviews complained about it being too small, but I think it’s a lot better than a big bulky remote and it’s very responsive. You can also use the app as a remote control, it works great. The sound seems pretty good as well. Overall, it’s a great tv for price, I paid under $300 for it and am very happy with it, definitely feels like I should’ve had to pay more for such a big, high quality tv.

The Samsung 50-Inch Crystal UHD U8000F is a solid mid-range smart TV that hits the sweet spot for everyday entertainment with excellent 4K clarity and smart features, cilor quality is superior to others with easy connectivity all while remaining budget-friendly. Just temper expectations on HDR impact, gaming motion performance, and audio depth unless you plan to upgrade those areas separately.

The TV is great, very clear picture and a perfect upgrade to my previous Samsung. Sound is great too even before I paired with my soundbar. I’m very impressed with how light the TV is and the sturdiness of the feet supports make me feel comfortable about keeping it on a stand instead of hanging it on the wall. I do like that there are many apps already loaded on the TV and that I can add my own. I’m hoping to add all of my apps to the TV that I use on Roku and hopefully no longer need that device. Now for the downside: The setup is a bit of a pain and that’s why the four stars. I wanted to be able to just plug in the TV and start watching it. But you can’t do anything without downloading an app on your phone, which I will probably never use. I don’t understand why you need an app if you have a remote, which is very small, by the way. The app is a plus for those who want it, but I couldn’t imagine my elderly parents would even keep the TV if they had to download an app just to get the TV to work. I already had a Samsung account, but that didn’t matter, I still had to go through several steps and acknowledgment pages before I could do anything. And then an update needed to be done which took about 10 minutes. I’m not a very tech savvy person so this setup was very frustrating for me. Once everything was set up I was able to enjoy the TV and hoping I will for years to come. It is a very good buy, you just need some patience before watching it.

This is my second Samsung Smart TV. As such, I already had the Smart Things app on my phone. I don't even know if you can setup the TV without it, but having the app allows you to control the TV if you lose the remote. Anyways, if it's needed to run the thing, that'd be annoying to some I'm sure. You can delete the app at any rate after setup. To address some concerns in the negative review category - By default the TV starts playing ad-filled Samsung streaming blah blah. You can turn it off in settings, and have it start on your last used input or the home screen. - By default, the TV spies on you (like all smart TVs). You can turn it off in settings (though it says it takes 15 days after you click the button). If you don't trust it, you can just use a Roku for $30 - For a smart TV, the menu is pretty responsive. It's not as good as my phone or my NVidia shield or even a moderate-end Roku but good enough - My unit shipped with no damage My personal Pros: - Good Price for 4K and a great display - Works easily and perfectly with home assistant - you can change source, turn it on/off, adjust volume. It's not as feature-rich as an android-based TV where you can control nearly anything but you usually need to be pretty savvy to do that anyway (sending ADP commands et al). Automatically detects TV on the network - Smart TV computer inside is WAY more responsive than my fireTV at same price point - Smart TV software allows you to customize better-eliminating ads, allowing to startup away from their software, etc - Smart TV software includes a plethora of app options but does not include Jellyfin. It has plex and all the streaming services I'd ever want to use though. - Sound is surprisingly good for a TV. Gets loud and does not distort dialog. I bought a cheap bluetooth speaker for the TV it replaced and I don't think I'll use it. - Pretty darn easy to use and change all the settings. Seamless pairing/sync/registration/whatever once you get the samsung app on your phone - 3 HDMI inputs was more than I'd expected Cons: - 100x100 vesa mount is a little excessive given how light it is, you may need an adapter which is like $10 - Bog standard Android TV would be nice for ultimate open source and features. Roku makes a better product as well - On my last Samsung smart TV, I had to re-add it to home assistant after a software update. I'm not sure that's an issue with this one or if it'll happen again but that broke all my automations. - Defaulting to their broadcast ad-filled nonsense and with spyware enabled is a bit of annoying. However if taxing people who can't spend 3 minutes in settings (see the silly negative reviews) to reduce the price I clearly benefit. - App download to setup with no obvious way to bypass (if there is one) is a bit silly as well.

This TV is great. If you have Samsung phones then I would suggest buying this tv cause it connects so seamlessly to your smart things app! There is no lag and the sound quality is great. The only hiccup I could even comment on is that, the main streaming service I use is Disney+ and on the home screen it doesn't show anything you watch in that app in the continue watching section. But it does show Peacock, Netflix, HBO Max and a lot of the free apps. It connects to my other Samsung TV in my guest bedroom to be able to pick up watching where I left off in the other room. Also, it connects easily to my Nintendo Switch and to my PS5.

5-star review for the Samsung 65-Inch Class Crystal UHD CU8000F 4K Smart TV: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ My Eyeballs Have Been Promoted to First Class I am officially ruined. I can never go back. This 65-inch Samsung masterpiece isn't just a TV; it's a portal to a dimension where everything is better-looking. My old 1080p TV, which I once thought was "pretty good," now looks like a potato-powered flip-book from the 1800s. Let's break down this life-changing rectangle of joy: The "MetalStream" Design First off, "MetalStream" sounds like a futuristic space-age alloy, and honestly, it might be. This thing is impossibly thin. When the box arrived, I was briefly convinced they forgot to put the TV in it. It's so sleek and minimal that it makes my entire living room look like it just got a promotion. My 2010-era entertainment center, which has the girth of a refrigerator, is now deeply embarrassed to be associated with it. The "Crystal" 4K Picture They call it "Crystal" 4K, and I think they mean it's powered by actual sorcery. The picture is so clear, it's almost too clear. * Pro: Watching a nature documentary on this is like being personally stalked by a jaguar. I saw a bead of sweat on a hummingbird's brow. * Con: I can now see every single pore, bad foundation match, and poorly-applied hair extension on the actors in my favorite shows. I now know which celebrities are lying about their age. The "Crystal Processor" is a truth serum for Hollywood. My dog spent the first 20 minutes barking at a dog in a commercial. He genuinely believed another dog was in the house. I had to comfort him. 10/10 for realism. "Endless Free Content" (A.K.A. The Productivity Killer) This is not a feature; it's a wonderful, glorious threat. Samsung TV Plus offers so much free content that my social life has evaporated. My "To-Do" list has been replaced by a "To-Watch" list that is now 400 hours long. I've discovered channels I never knew I needed, like "The 24/7 Bonfire Channel" and "Classic 90s Game Shows." Goodbye, responsibilities. Goodbye, sleep. I live here now. Alexa Built-in (My New Best Friend) I no longer have to search for the remote that my couch inevitably swallowed. I just talk to the air like a benevolent monarch. "Alexa, play that show with the dragons." "Alexa, what's the weather?" "Alexa, tell my boss I'm not coming in." It can't do that last one... yet. But it will dim my smart lights for me when I command it to "set the mood for maximum binge-watching," which is basically the same thing. Having someone (or something) finally listen to me is a 5-star experience in itself. Knox Security I don't know what kind of digital boogeymen are trying to hack my streaming queue, but I sleep soundly knowing my TV is a high-security digital fortress. Fort Knox has nothing on my Gilmore Girls marathon. My viewing habits are safe. Conclusion: This TV has single-handedly improved my quality of life, ruined all other screens for me, and convinced my dog we have ghosts. It's bright, it's scary-smart, and it's so beautiful I might just leave it my will. 5/5 Stars. Would absolutely recommend to anyone who is ready to permanently fuse with their sofa.

Nice, bright picture, and great sound! I have had it for a week and am still finding new things/features about it. Integrated with my cable, without the usual hassle. Gave it my zip and cable service and bingo! Very happy with the purchase. I'd buy another in a heartbeat. If there is something I don't care for it is the remote. As others have written in reviews, it is a little hard to get the knack at first. Instructions are weak. It also doesn't SEEM like it will hold up, but that may be just my perception.

I'm torn between giving this tv 3 or 3.5 but half stars are not an option so 3 it is. Price value - a lot of good tv from a proven brand. 75" UHD under $700 before taxes and shipping is 5 star worth! Picture quality - because Samsung includes some nice screen colonization presets you will be happy with an UHD model. Honestly I notice most people don't notice if you have a QLED or OLED screen. Doesn't matter if the refresh rate isn't good. Samsung has good refresh rates just remember every thing you watch isn't the best option for the presets. 4 stars Set-up - This is where Samsung fails miserably and I know why they chose to do it but not everyone will like it. The mandatory QR Code set-up is unnecessary. People want to simple plug in their game system or external streaming devices and enjoy themselves. But no Samsung wants you to have an account under the guise of syncing all of your other Samsung gadgets. I have no need for my watch nor my phone to be synced to my tv. No optical audio output is a bad move as well. You will lose some sound features because of this. TOO INTRUSIVE! .25 Star Operating System - well it's a "smart" tv so it does have an OS. It can be a bit sluggish. Compared to my 85" Samsung OLED the speed is noticeable but not painful. It does have preset app option that gets imported automatically from your other Samsung TV if you choose to do that. Convenient but still intrusive as all my TVs in my home are used for separate viewing experiences. 4 stars Sound - again this is not a deal breaker but it's to be considered. The speakers are not bad and most brands don't put a lot of effort into this due chasis thickness and most people will use a sound bar. I highly suggest you get a sound bar it only allows Bluetooth connection to do it. 2.5 stars Beware when ordering this TV via Amazon because I found out the hard way by not reading enough of the comments. This tv is often delivered damaged. Mine was not damaged via delivery but it was repackaged damaged and sold to me. Mind boggling! The screen was cracked but the box was intact. Meaning the tv was intentionally resold damaged. It had red sticker tags on it and was missing the top screen support corner brackets. I did not want a refund. I wanted a replacement and had to sit on the phone for a bit to get that done. They gave me a bit of a run around and pushing for me to get a refund and I had to elevate the issue. Overall Im happy with the purchase but do your due diligence with this one.