The Samsung BU8500 is an accomplished mid-range 4K HDR TV that manages to balance solid performance with an affordable price. It looks more expensive than it is, offers a host of smart features and is easy to set up and use. It’s quite distinct through the mid-range and, again, quite decent levels of detail. Voices project forwards well, and they're actually quite nicely balanced – until they start to nudge into the upper frequency range. Once it reaches the higher frequencies, the BU8500 becomes quite hard and edgy, bringing sibilance and even a hint of coarseness to treble sounds. It’s a trait that’s only exacerbated by volume. The Samsung BU8500 is impressively slim, but this does limit what its speakers can do. (Image credit: Future) Samsung BU8500 review: Sound quality

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There’s a degree of low-end extension, but none of the really deep bass that gives movie audio greater impact, and the mid-range sometimes feels a little flat. However, dialogue is presented in a clear and focused fashion, and the overall delivery is reasonably balanced. Unfortunately, the treble can feel harsh and sibilant, and the 20W of amplification struggles at higher volumes.

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The Samsung BU8500 is a 4K (3,840 x 2,160) HDR smart TV that comes in screen sizes ranging from 43in to 75in. It’s part of Samsung’s entry-level 2022 Crystal UHD range, which sits below its selection of QLED and Neo QLED TVs. Like the rest of the Crystal UHD range, the BU8500 is powered by the South Korean manufacturer’s Crystal 4K Processor. During setup, the adjustment to color balance is on a bit of a hair-trigger – it’ll tip from ‘just slightly understated’ to ‘rather too lively’ in no time. But play around a bit to find the optimum balance and the color palette is naturalistic, convincing and wide-ranging. Skin-tones, in particular, are detailed and varied. Add innovation to your home with Samsung’s 4K Crystal UHD Smart TV. With a range of technology and a 43” screen, there is something to please the whole family. Samsung Display

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So not for the first time (and almost certainly not for the last), Samsung has managed to hit a price-point without too many obvious compromises. It's absolutely one of the best Samsung TVs available today for those on a budget. Samsung BU8500 review: Price and release dateFind out how to use the NOW TV app on your Samsung TV. Learn how to stream your favourite TV shows and movies with our easy guide. FAQ for Samsung television. Find more about 'How to identify a good HDMI lead?' with Samsung Support.

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FAQ for Samsung television. Find more about 'End of service for the All 4 application on 2011 and 2012 TV's' with Samsung Support. Percentage luminance drop at 20 degree vertical angle from the centre of the screen with 100% white output Of course, we don’t all live on a diet of brand-new cutting-edge content - and when it comes to upscaling, the Samsung (mostly) continues its good work. Certainly an HD broadcast of some elite-level tennis suffers hardly at all – colors are confidently described, on-screen movement is stable in almost all circumstances, and detail levels stay high. There’s a little coarsening of skin-tones and a hint of jaggedness to the more difficult edges, but by and large the BU8500 remains eminently watchable. FAQ for Samsung Television. Find more about 'What is a 3D comb filter and what does it do?' with Samsung

Samsung BU8500 review: An excellent mid-range performer

FAQ for Samsung Television. Find more about 'How do I change the menu language on my Samsung TV?' with Samsung The motion performance is generally good for an LCD TV, with the use of a 50Hz refresh rate making sense in the UK. Importantly, the BU8500 handles films in 24p or games in 60Hz without introducing judder or other issues. Picture Clarity offers frame interpolation options, and while good for fast-paced sports such as football, should be avoided when watching films and TV dramas. FAQ for Samsung Television. Find more about 'Do I have to sit directly in front of a Samsung curved TV to view it properly?' with Samsung Find out how to use the YouTube app on your Samsung TV. Learn how to stream YouTube content with our easy guide. The BU8500 supports HDR10, HLG and HDR10+, but not Dolby Vision. However, the absence of the latter has nothing to do with the TV’s mid-range status because none of Samsung’s models support the format. The HDR10+ performance was good in testing, and while not as prevalent as Dolby Vision, the format is used by Prime Video, some 4K Blu-rays, and now Apple TV+.See the content you love in a new light with incredible picture detail Quantum HDR powered by HDR10+ There are two feet to be screwed to the chassis, and they can be made to look like a single pedestal using a plastic cover that feels rather cheap and fits only approximately. Still, it raises the bottom of the screen sufficiently to comfortably fit a soundbar beneath. Samsung BU8500 review: Value With the best-selling Samsung Smart TV* at your fingertips, it’s never been easier to enjoy TV. Dive into a huge collection of 4K films, TV shows, and all your favourite catch-up TV apps – including Netflix, Disney+, Apple TV, BBC iPlayer and BT Sport** - all in one place at the touch of a button. Discover our easy-to-use Smart Hub platform and spend less time searching, more time watching what you love, with tailored recommendations. *Samsung TV has been ranked No.1 selling TV Brand for 15 consecutive years by Omdia.