Samsung 50" TU8500 4K LED 2020 Television UA50TU8500SXNZ review

The Samsung TU8500 is a great choice for any buyer looking to upgrade from a1080p or entry-level 4K TV. However, those looking to enjoy HDR content will want to invest in a more expensive effort that can do it justice

Intuitive; easy to use UI; Decent gaming performance; Simple setup process; Wealth of smart features

HDR performance could be better; Underpowered speakers

Samsung 50" TU8500 4K LED 2020 Television UA50TU8500SXNZ review

The Samsung TU8500 gives you a cheap 4K TV that doesn't feel bargain-bin. It may lack the picture prowess of more expensive QLED Samsung TVs, but it retains much of the usability, crucially.

Solid picture performance for the price; Lighting fast Game mode; Comprehensive smart TV platform

Not the brightest HDR performer; No Freeview Play; No Dolby Vision

Samsung 50" TU8500 4K LED 2020 Television UA50TU8500SXNZ review

It may not be aimed at AV enthusiasts, but enjoyable picture quality, solid Tizen smart platform and a stonking gaming performance make this affordable Samsung 4k set a value winner.

Tizen smart TV platform; Low latency Game mode; Value for money; Dolby Atmos audio pass-through

Pictures not particularly cinematic; No Dolby Vision support; No Freeview Play; Average onboard audio

Samsung 50" TU8500 4K LED 2020 Television UA50TU8500SXNZ review

If £500 is the limit of your budget, the UE50TU8500 is the TV to get

Decently deep; detailed blacks; Solid and crisp 4K; Exhaustive app selection

Slightly red colour balance

Samsung UE50TU8500 Review

Intuitive, easy to use UI ; Decent gaming performance ; Simple setup process ; Wealth of smart features;

HDR performance could be better ; Underpowered speakers;