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Samsung F85xx Plasma (2013) Series

602 reviews

Nov, 2024

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price (80)
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reliability (28)
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alaTest has collected and analyzed 602 reviews of Samsung F85xx Plasma (2013) Series. The average rating for this product is 4.4/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Reviewers are impressed by the sound and price. The design and usability are also appreciated, but there are some less positive opinions about the black level and reliability.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other products in the same category the Samsung F85xx Plasma (2013) Series is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 92/100 = Excellent quality.

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Amazon.com review summary for Samsung F85xx Plasma (2013) Series

alaTest has collected and analyzed 547 user reviews of Samsung F85xx Plasma (2013) Series from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.3/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.1/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.com. People are impressed by the sound and price. The design and usability are also mentioned favorably, but there are some less positive views about the black level and reliability.

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86% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Nov, 2024

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Amazon.ca review summary for Samsung F85xx Plasma (2013) Series

alaTest has collected and analyzed 3 user reviews of Samsung F85xx Plasma (2013) Series from Amazon.ca. The average user rating for this product is 3.7/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.2/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.ca.

67% of the reviews on Amazon.ca give this product a positive rating.

Nov, 2024

Expert review by : John Archer (trustedreviews.com)

Samsung PS51F8500

Samsung piles the heat on Panasonic with this stellar 51-inch plasma TV.

Spectacular picture quality ; Remarkably sophisticated Smart TV engine ; Loads of video streaming apps

Minor brightness instability during dark scenes ; Smart interface can be a bit confusing at times ; Minor motion fizzing with brightness levels set high

To see how the PS51F8500 pictures hold up, however, head to the next page.

May, 2013

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Expert review by : John Archer (trustedreviews.com)

Samsung PS64F8500

Samsung's first plasma TV of 2013 is a movie-fan's dream come true.

Spectacularly bright yet also contrast-rich pictures ; Outstanding suite of online video services ; Potent audio system

Some dithering noise in dark scenes ; Occasional brightness 'jumps ; Smart interface can be inscrutable

As with pretty much all aspects of Samsung’s latest Smart interface, though, it would have been hugely helpful if Samsung had provided users with a bit more assistance on how to use the voice recognition system, rather than just expecting consumers to...

Apr, 2013

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Samsung PS51F8500ST review

The Samsung PS51F8500ST should appeal to plasma enthusiasts

Deep ; immersve images ; Excellent motion resolution ; Sophisticated design

Voice and motion control ; Off-axis horizontal viewing ; Directional remote control

Oct, 2013

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Expert review by : John Archer (techradar.com)

Samsung PS64F8500 review

Samsung's 64-inch TV sees the Korean brand making a big step forward with its plasma picture quality

Remarkably bright for plasma ; Excellent black levels ; Powerful smart TV platform ; Very good sound quality

Dithering in dark areas ; Smart system can confuse ; Minor initial image retention ; Minor 3D crosstalk interference

The PS64F8500 is easily Samsung's most aggressive assault yet on Panasonic's traditional dominance of the plasma TV market

May, 2013

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Expert review by : Jamie Carter (techradar.com)

Samsung 51F8500 plasma TV review

The LED-lover makes an ambitious though arty attempt at plasma perfection

Jan, 2013

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Samsung PS51F8500

The Samsung PS51F8500 is a top-class plasma TV: it isn't cheap – but you get what you pay for

Terrific picture packed with fine detail and strong contrasts ; Natural colour palette ; Strong blacks ; Impressive range of features ; Decent sound

Voice and gesture controls still frustrate ; Some rivals produce a more overtly impressive picture

MORE: Samsung TVs get bigger and smarter for 2013

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Samsung 64" F8500 Series 8 Smart 3D Full HD Plasma TV overview

SAMSUNG 64IN F8500 ELITE PLASMA TV

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Expert review by : John Archer (homecinemachoice.com)

Samsung PS64F8500 review

According to the current AV buzz, plasma TV technology is on its death bed. Having spent a week with Samsung's sensational new PS64F8500 plasma TV, though, I can't help but think that plasma has never felt more alive.

Jaw-dropping 2D images; very good 3D performance; not fazed by ambient light; VOD-heavy Smart hub ; Lows: Minor floating blacks; some dithering during dark scenes; it ain't cheap; rather retro design ; Performance: 5/5

Minor floating blacks; some dithering during dark scenes; it ain't cheap; rather retro design

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Expert review by : Steve May (techadvisor.co.uk)

Samsung plasma series 8 PS51F8500ST review

The feature set is a mirror of the brand's high-end LED models, and features twin terrestrial and satellite tuners, opening the door to some nice second screen applications.

Overall, we rate the PS51F8500ST as a class act. There are some minor niggles, and the price is certainly high, but its over performance is polished and as a connected proposition this plasma positively shines

Oct, 2013

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Expert review by : David Katzmaier (cnet.co.uk)

Why Samsung's F8500 is the last great plasma TV

Contrary to what the company indicated at CES, Samsung won't bring to market any new plasma TVs for 2014 -- aside from a single mainstream 64-inch model. That leaves the carryover F8500 as default champion of non-OLED picture quality.

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