Samsung Crystal UHD TVs are low-end TVs with standard LED displays.
To be fair, these are the cheapest screens for TVs, their technology was developed around 5-7 years ago.
Moreover, the displays are made with Edge backlighting technology (you can read more about the comparison between Direct LED and Edge LED here). In short words, Edge LED has its own drawbacks, like there’s no deep black and the local dimming works only on large areas.
However, since these screens have a pretty good picture quality and low price, they’re popular among buyers.
What to know Samsung Crystal UHD 2021 TVs: 7, 8, 9 series
Samsung keeps on releasing the Crystal UHD lineup in 2021 and 2022, they belong to the 7, 8, and 9 series.
However, in the US and Canada, there are only 8 series available for sale, but if you’re from Europe – you’re lucky – all three series are available there.
If we’re talking about the display size, it varies from 43 inches to 85 inches. However, you may be interested in what series you should choose. Let’s make a dive-in to understand.
Samsung Crystal UHD 7 series
Crystal UHD 4K 7 Series TVs are entry level TVs, they only have one USB port, Bluetooth is a little outdated version 4.2. This TV is for those who watch TV channels or videos. Although it can be used as a monitor for gaming, it doesn’t have enough settings to make it comfortable. Model numbers vary, the model number determines which country or region the TV is made for.
- UK – AU7100, AU7110, AU7175
- Germany – AU7172, AU7179, AU7199
- Spain, France, Denmark, Finland, Sweden – AU7105, AU7175
- Italy – AU7100, AU7175, AU7190
- Czech Republic – AU7122, AU7172, AU7199
- Poland – AU7102, AU7122, AU7172, AU7192
- The Netherlands – AU7100, AU7170, AU7199
- Russia – AU7100, AU7140, AU7160, AU7170, AU7500, AU7540, AU7560, AU7570
- USA – not available
- Mexico, Argentina and other Latin American countries – AU7000
- Brazil – AU7700
Samsung Crystal UHD 8 series
Crystal UHD 4K 8 Series TVs, have one more USB port (two in total), this series has 2 USB ports, Bluetooth 5.2 standard (only in some countries). HDMI supports (ALLM) mode, Wireless Dex, Object tracking sound and more.
The TV is slightly better than the AU7000. You can see the model numbers in different countries in the list.
- UK – AU8000, AU8007, AU8070
- Germany – AU8002, AU8072, AU8079
- France, Denmark, Finland, Sweden – AU8005, AU8072, AU8075
- Spain – AU8005, AU8002, AU8075
- Italy – AU8005, AU8072, AU8075
- Czech Republic – AU8000, AU8005, AU8072, AU8075
- Poland – AU8002, AU8072
- The Netherlands – AU8000, AU8005, AU8070
- Russia – AU8000, AU8040, AU8070
- USA – AU8000
- Mexico, Argentina, and other Latin American countries – AU8000
- Brazil – AU8000
Samsung Crystal UHD 9 series
9 Series Crystal UHD 4K has many more features and the main difference is that the TV is more adapted for use as a monitor. Compared to the younger models, it supports Motion Xcelerator Turbo, FreeSync, MultiView, Game bar, Ambient Mode. If you want a great TV at a low price, the AU9000 is exactly what you’re looking for.
Samsung Grystal UHD model numbers by country:
- UK – AU9000, AU9007, AU9070, AU9010
- Germany – AU9079, AU9089
- France – not available
- Spain – AU9005, AU9075
- Denmark, Finland, Sweden – AU9005, AU9072, AU9075, AU9085
- Italy – AU9070, AU9072, AU9079, AU9080
- Czech Republic – AU9070, AU9072, AU9080, AU9089
- Poland – AU9002, AU9072, AU9082
- The Netherlands – AU9005, AU9070, AU9080
- Russia – AU9000, AU9010, AU9070
- USA – not available
- Mexico, Argentina and other Latin American countries – not available
- Brazil – AU9000
Technical specifications AU7000 vs AU8000 vs AU9000
In the table below, you can see the tech specs of the basic models. You should know that the last two digits in the model number are design changes. On this basis, there are only three TV models AU70, AU80, AU90. Exception, in Russia there is a fourth model AU75.
| AU9000 (2021) | AU8000 (2021) | AU7000 (2021) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| screen | |||
| Screen Size | 43, 50, 55, 65, 70, 75 | 43, 50, 55, 65, 70, 75, 85 | 43, 50, 55, 58, 65, 75 |
| Style | Flat Panel | Flat Panel | Flat Panel |
| Resolution | 3,840 x 2,160 | 3,840 x 2,160 | 3,840 x 2,160 |
| screen bit | 10bit (8 bit+FRC) | 10bit (8 bit+FRC) | 10bit (8 bit+FRC) |
| type screnn | Crystal UHD | Crystal UHD | Crystal UHD |
| screen technology | VA | VA | VA |
| Backlighting | EDGE Led | EDGE Led | EDGE Led |
| Dimming Technology | UHD Dimming | UHD Dimming | UHD Dimming |
| Stand Type (Color) | Black | Black | TITAN GRAY |
| Bezel Width | 3 Bezel-less | 3 Bezel-less | 3 Bezel-less |
| Video | |||
| Motion Rate | 120 | 120 | 120 |
| refresh rate | 60 | 60 | 60 |
| PQI (Picture Quality Index) | 2800 | 2200 | 2000 |
| Color | Dynamic Crystal Color | Dynamic Crystal Color | Pur Color |
| Contrast | Mega Contrast | Mega Contrast | Mega Contrast |
| HDR (High-Dynamic Range) | HLG, HDR10+ | HLG, HDR10+ | HLG, HDR10+ |
| Picture Engine | Crystal Processor 4K | Crystal Processor 4K | Crystal Processor 4K |
| Audio | |||
| Dolby | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Sound Output | 20W | 20W | 20W |
| Woofer | No | No | No |
| Speaker Type | 2CH | 2CH | 2CH |
| Object Tracking Sound | Yes lite | Yes lite | No |
| Q-Symphony | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Multiroom Link | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Features | |||
| OS | Tizen 6.0 | Tizen 6.0 | Tizen 6.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Yes WiFi 5 | Yes WiFi 5 | Yes WiFi 5 |
| Bluetooth | Yes (ver 5.2) | Yes (ver.5.2) | Yes (ver.4.2) |
| Smart Hub | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Samsung Health | Yes | Yes | No |
| Bixby | Yes | Yes | No |
| Film Mode | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| LED Clear Motion | Yes | Yes | No |
| Natural Mode Support | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Motion Technology | Motion Xcelerator Turbo | Motion Xcelerator | Yes |
| 360 Video Player | No | No | No |
| 360 Camera Support | No | No | No |
| Easy Setup | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| App Casting | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless TV On - Samsung WOW | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Wired TV On - Samsung WOL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Digital Clean View | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Ultra Black | No | No | No |
| ConnectShare | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Closed Captioning | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Game Mode | No | No | No |
| Eco Sensor | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Mobile to TV - Mirroring, DLNA | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Google Assistant | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Alexa | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| SmartThings App Support | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| SmartThings | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Far-Field Voice Interaction | No | No | No |
| TV Plus | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Web Browser | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Gallery | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| EPG | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| FreeSync | Yes | No | No |
| Filmmaker Mode | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| IP Control | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| BT HID Support | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| MBR Support | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| IPv6 Support | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Tap View | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Auto Game Mode (ALLM) | Yes | Yes | No |
| Wireless Dex | Yes | Yes | No |
| Cloud Service | Office 365 | Office 365 | Office 365 |
| Multi View | Yes | No | No |
| Game Motion Plus | No | No | No |
| Dynamic Black EQ | No | No | No |
| Super Ultra Wide Game View | No | No | No |
| Game bar | Yes | No | No |
| Expert Calibration | No | No | No |
| Auto Channel Search | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| InstaPort S (HDMI Quick Switch) | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Channel Guide | No | No | No |
| Ambient Mode | Yes | No | No |
| Auto Power Off | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| AI Technology | ? | ? | ? |
| Auto Motion Plus | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Embedded POP | No | No | No |
| Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| V-Chip | Yes only US | Yes only US | Yes only US |
| TV to Mobile - Mirroring | No | No | No |
| USB HID Support | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| AI Upscale | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Easy Pairing | No | No | No |
| Inputs & Outputs | |||
| HDMI | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| USB | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Ethernet | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| RF In (Terrestrial/Cable | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| RF In (Satellite Input) | Yes Europe, No US | Yes Europe, No US | Yes Europe, No US |
| Digital Audio Out (Optical) | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Audio Return Channel Support | No | No | No |
| eARC | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| One Connect | No | No | No |
| Samsung OneRemote | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| System | |||
| Digital Broadcasting | ATSC/ClearQAM US, DVB Europe | ATSC/ClearQAM US, DVB Europe | ATSC/ClearQAM US, DVB Europe |
| Analog Tuner | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Accessories | |||
| Remote control | TM2180A | TM2180A | TM2180A, TM2140A |
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