| Model No |
55C72K |
UA55BU8500UXZN |
| TV Type |
Smart TV |
Smart TV |
| Screen Size |
55 Inch (139 cm) |
55 Inch (139 cm) |
| Resolution |
4K 3840 x 2160 |
4K 3840 x 2160 |
| Aspect Ratio |
16:9 |
16:9 |
| Motion Rate |
144 Hz |
50 Hz |
| Viewing Angle |
178°/178° |
178°/178° |
| USB |
| USB Version |
: 3.0, 2.0 |
| 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 |
|
| USB Version |
: 2.0 |
| Supported Audio Formats |
: MP3, FLAC, OGG, WMA, WAV, MIDI, APE, AIFF, ALAC, M4A, MPA, AAC, SVAF, WEBM, RMVB |
| Supported Video Formats |
: AVI, MKV, MP4, ASF, MOV, 3GP, FLV, VRO, VOB, SVI |
| Supported Picture Formats |
: JPG, JPEG, PNG, BMP, MPO |
|
| Video |
| Backlight |
: 4K UHD Premium QD-MiniLED QLED |
| HLG |
: Yes |
| AI HDR |
: Yes |
| MEMC |
: Yes |
| HDR 10 |
: Yes |
| HDR 10+ |
: Yes |
| AI Color |
: Yes |
| AI Scene |
: Yes |
| AI Clarity |
: Yes |
| Micro-OD |
: Yes |
| AI Motion |
: Yes |
| AI Contrast |
: Yes |
| Dolby Vision |
: Yes |
| Dolby Vision IQ |
: Yes |
| Energy-Efficient |
: Yes |
| Multiple Eye Care |
: Yes |
| Enhanced Stability |
: Yes |
| Bidirectional 23 Bit |
: Yes |
| Ultra-Long Lifespan |
: Yes |
| Ultra-High Contrast |
: Yes |
| High Panel Contrast |
: Yes |
| Transient Response |
: Yes |
| Condensed Micro Lens |
: Yes |
| Ultra-High Color Gamut |
: Yes |
| Colorful Quantum Crystal |
: Yes |
| 5X Contrast Enhancement |
: Yes |
| Ultra-High Peak Brightness |
: Yes |
| Super Condensed Micro Lens |
: Yes |
| Powerful Light-Emitting Chip |
: Yes |
| Colorful Quantum Crystal QLED |
: Yes |
| Dynamic Lighting Bionic Algorithm |
: Yes |
| Bionic Color Optimization Technology |
: Yes |
| Contrast Ratio |
: 7000:1 |
| Resolution |
: 4K UHD |
| Wide Color Gamut |
: 97% DCI-P3 |
| System Brightness |
: 2600 Nit ( Peak ) |
| Picture Engine |
: AIPQ Pro Processor |
| Panel Type |
: CSOT CrystGlow HVA Panel Technology |
| Dimming Zones |
: Precise Dimming Series Up To 2048 Zones |
| Refresh Rate |
: MEMC 120HZ; VRR 48HZ~288HZ; DLG 240Hz |
|
| Backlight |
: 4K UHD LED |
| HLG |
: Yes |
| HDR |
: Yes |
| HDR 10+ |
: Yes |
| Film Mode |
: Yes |
| Noise Reduction |
: Yes |
| Auto Motion Plus |
: Yes |
| One Billion Color |
: Yes |
| Contrast Enhancer |
: Yes |
| Filmmaker Mode ( FMM ) |
: Yes |
| Picture Quality Index |
: 2200 PQI |
| Contrast |
: Mega Contrast |
| Micro Dimming |
: UHD Dimming |
| Clear Motion |
: LED Clear Motion |
| Motion Technology |
: Motion Xcelerator |
| Picture Engine |
: Crystal Processor 4K |
| Brightness / Color Detection |
: Brightness Detection |
| Color |
: Dynamic Crystal Color |
|
| Audio |
| Audio Output ( RMS ) |
: 60 W |
| Dolby Atmos |
: Yes |
| IMAX Enhanced |
: Yes |
| Sound Channel |
: 2.1.2 Channel |
| Speaker System |
: ONKYO 2.1.2 Hi-Fi System |
|
| Sound Output ( RMS ) |
: 20 W |
| Q-Symphony |
: Yes |
| Multiroom Link |
: Yes |
| Adaptive Sound |
: Yes |
| Sound Mirroring |
: Yes |
| Bluetooth Audio |
: Yes |
| Dual Audio Support ( Bluetooth ) |
: Yes |
| Object Tracking Sound |
: OTS Lite |
| Speaker Type |
: 2 Channel |
| Dolby Digital Plus |
: MS12 2 Channel |
|
| Connectivity Options |
| HDMI ( 2.1 ) |
: 4 |
| USB ( 3.0 + 2.0 ) |
: 2 ( USB3.0 X 1, USB2.0 X 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 |
: HDMI1.4 & HDMI2.0 & HDMI2.1, HDCP1.4 & HDCP2.2 |
|
| HDMI |
: 3 |
| USB 2.0 |
: 2 |
| WiFi 5 |
: Yes |
| WiFi Direct |
: Yes |
| Bluetooth 5.2 |
: Yes |
| BT HID Built-In |
: Yes |
| Ethernet / LAN |
: Yes |
| USB HID Support |
: Yes |
| HDMI Quick Switch |
: Yes |
| Anynet+ ( HDMI-CEC ) |
: Yes |
| Bluetooth Low Energy |
: Yes |
| Digital Audio Out ( Optical ) |
: Yes |
| HDMI A / Return Ch. Support |
: Yes |
| eARC |
: Yes HDMI 2 |
| RF In ( Terrestrial / Cable Input / Satellite Input ) |
: 1 / 1 ( Common Use For Terrestrial ) / 1 |
|
| Smart TV Features |
| Operating System |
: Google TV |
| CPU |
: ARM Cortex-A73 |
| GPU |
: ARM Mali-G57 |
| RAM |
: 3 GB |
| ROM |
: 32 GB |
| AI Art |
: Yes |
| Netflix |
: Yes |
| YouTube |
: Yes |
| Disnep+ |
: Yes |
| AirPlay 2 |
: Yes |
| Apple TV |
: Yes |
| Art Gallary |
: Yes |
| Video Chat |
: Yes |
| Hey Google |
: Yes |
| Prime Video |
: Yes |
| Web Browser |
: Yes |
| YouTube Music |
: Yes |
| Works With Alexa |
: Yes |
| Google Assistant Built-In |
: Yes |
| Hands-Free Voice Control |
: Yes |
|
| Operating System |
: Tizen™ |
| Tap View |
: Yes |
| Easy Setup |
: Yes |
| App Casting |
: Yes |
| Wireless Dex |
: Yes |
| SmartThings |
: Yes |
| Media Home |
: Yes |
| Web Browser |
: Yes |
| Smart Things Hub |
: Yes |
| Samsung SMART TV |
: Yes |
| TV Sound To Mobile |
: Yes |
| SmartThings App Support |
: Yes |
| Mobile To TV - Mirroring, DLNA |
: Yes |
| Cloud Service |
: Microsoft 365 |
| Bixby |
: US English, UK English, India English, Korean, French, German, Italian, Spanish, BR Portuguese ( Features Vary By Language ) |
|
| Other Features |
| Design |
: Ultra Slim Design |
| PVR |
: Yes |
| Timeshift |
: Yes |
| Kid's Profile |
: Yes |
| Sleep Timer |
: Yes |
| Quick Settings |
: Yes |
| Ambiant Mode |
: Yes |
| Program Guide ( EPG ) |
: Yes ( For DTV Programme Only ) |
|
| Design |
: AirSlim Design |
| Bezel Type |
: 3 Bezel-Less |
| Stand Type |
: Simple Plus-Narrow |
| Slim Type |
: Slim Look |
| Stand Color |
: Black |
| Front Color |
: Black |
| EPG |
: Yes |
| HGiG |
: Yes |
| TV Key |
: Yes |
| IPv6 Support |
: Yes |
| Analog Tuner |
: Yes |
| MBR Support |
: Yes |
| Teletext ( TTX ) |
: Yes |
| Triple Protection |
: Yes |
| Analog Clean View |
: Yes |
| Caption ( Subtitle ) |
: Yes |
| Auto Channel Search |
: Yes |
| Connect Share™ ( HDD ) |
: Yes |
| ConnectShare™ ( USB 2.0 ) |
: Yes |
| Auto Game Mode ( ALLM ) |
: Yes |
| Digital Broadcasting |
: DVB-T2CS2 |
| OSD Language |
: Local Languages |
| Accessibillity - Voice Guide |
: MEA : UK English, France French, AFR : UK English, France French, Portugal Portuguese |
| Accessibility - Learn TV Remote / Learn Menu Screen |
: UAE : UK English, French, AFR : UK English, French, Portuguese, Egypt, Libya : UK English, French, Spanish |
| Accessibility - Others |
: Enlarge, High Contrast, Color Inversion, Grayscale, Sign Language Zoom, Multi-Output Audio, Slow Button Repeat, Picture Off |
|
| 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 |
: 13.3 Kg |
| Weight With Stand |
: 14.5 Kg |
| Package Weight |
: 19 Kg |
| VESA Walll Mount Pattern |
: 300 mm X 300 mm |
|
| Power Supply |
: AC100-240V 50 / 60Hz |
| Power Consumption |
: 165 W |
| Eco Sensor |
: Yes |
| Auto Power Off |
: Yes |
| Auto Power Saving |
: Yes |
| Weight Without Stand |
: 15.5 Kg |
| Weight With Stand |
: 16.2 Kg |
| Weight Of Package Carton |
: 22.4 Kg |
| VESA Spec |
: 200 mm X 200 mm |
|
| Supplied Accessories |
| Remote Control |
: IR, Bluetooth |
| Stand |
: Yes |
| Wall Mount |
: Yes |
| 2N Batteries |
: Yes |
| User Manual |
: Yes |
|
| Remote Control |
: TM2280E |
| E-Manual |
: Yes |
| Power Cable |
: Yes |
| User Manual |
: Yes |
| Mini Wall Mount Support |
: Yes |
| Vesa Wall Mount Support |
: Yes |
| Samsung Smart Control ( Included ) |
: Yes |
| No Gap Wall-Mount ( Y21 VESA ) |
: Yes |
| Full Motion Slim Wall Mount ( Y22 ) |
: Yes |
| Optional Stand Support ( Y20 Studio ) |
: Yes |
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Key Differences
Both TVs provide standard built-in audio performance suitable for regular usage, though external speakers can enhance the experience. Overall, both models are capable choices in their segment, offering a balance between performance, features, and usability. Both TVs come in similar screen sizes, making them suitable for comparable viewing setups and room environments. Samsung UA55BU8500UXZN and TCL 55C72K offer different motion rates (50 Hz vs 144 Hz), which can impact smoothness during fast-moving scenes like sports and gaming. Samsung UA55BU8500UXZN and TCL 55C72K differ in resolution (4K 3840 x 2160 vs 4K UHD), which can affect overall clarity and sharpness of the display. Both TVs come with smart platforms that support popular streaming apps and voice control features. Both TVs offer adequate brightness levels suitable for most indoor lighting conditions. Samsung UA55BU8500UXZN and TCL 55C72K are well-equipped smart TVs that aim to provide a balance of picture quality, performance, and smart capabilities. Verdict: Both models offer good value, and the better option depends on your specific requirements and viewing preferences.
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