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Samsung F85xx Plasma (2013) Series

602 reviews

Dec, 2024

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image quality (305)
usability (123)
design (101)
price (80)
sound (49)

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reliability (28)
black level (2)

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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 really like the sound and price. The design and usability are also appreciated, but there are some negative 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 really like the sound and price. The design and usability also get good feedback, but some have doubts about the black level and reliability.

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reliability, black level

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

Dec, 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.

Dec, 2024

Expert review by : John R. Delaney (pcmag.com)

Samsung PN64F8500

The Samsung PNF8500 series is a top-shelf plasma HDTV line that delivers outstanding color quality, solid 2D and 3D imagery, and very dark blacks. You'll shell out some big bucks for this model though, and you may want to pick up a universal remote...

Very dark blacks. Accurate colors that pop. Strong feature set. Good 3D depth.

Pricey. Not energy-efficient. Funky remote.

Conclusion There's a lot to like about the Samsung PN60F8500AF. Amazing picture quality, inky blacks, and a robust feature set put this set at the top of its class and earn it our Editors' Choice for big-screen plasma HDTVs. Be forewarned though,...

Jul, 2013

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Expert review by : David Katzmaier (cnet.com)

Samsung's best TV ever is a bright idea in plasma

The PNF8500 is the best-performing plasma TV we've ever tested in bright rooms, and its dark room picture is good enough to challenge the best Panasonics.

The ; exhibits outstanding picture quality with a class-leading bright-room image, exceedingly deep black levels, very good shadow detail, highly accurate colors and superb off-angle and uniformity characteristics; mind-boggling feature list with...

Extremely expensive; correct film cadence requires sacrificing some black level; remote lacks numerous direct commands; imperfect cable box control; consumes more power than LCD TVs.

Samsung's best-performing TV ever, the PNF8500 series pushes the plasma picture quality envelope, especially in bright rooms.

Jun, 2013

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Expert review by : Clint DeBoer (audioholics.com)

Samsung PN51F8500AF Plasma TV Review

Samsung's latest and greatest television, the PN51F8500, is the best plasma TV Samsung has ever released. In fact, it's probably the best plasma TV we've ever reviewed. Just let that sink in a bit...

Sep, 2013

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Expert review by : Cliff Heyne (audioholics.com)

Samsung PN64F8500, PN60F8500, & PN51F8500 Plasma TV Comparison

The Samsung F8500 series consists of three different plasma TVs, the PN64F8500, PN60F8500, and PN51F8500. Read on for a full overview and comparison of each model.

Apr, 2013

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Expert review by : Christian Eberle (tomshardware.com)

Samsung PN51F8500 Review: A 51-Inch Plasma HDTV With SmartHub

Only two companies still make plasma TVs, so we're excited to check out Samsung's latest, the PN51F8500. It boasts 3D, SmartHub 2.0, and superb image quality. In the vast ocean of LCD televisions, it's a compelling choice. Our lab results show you why.

Aug, 2014

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Expert review by : HDTV Solutions (hdtvsolutions.com)

Samsung PN60F8500AF

Let's cut to the chase. If you are shopping for the most fully featured HDTV with the highest picture quality, then the Samsung F8500 series of plasmas, should be at the top of your list. Indeed, it earns our Highly Recommended award.

Dec, 2013

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Expert review by : David Birch-Jones (bigpicturebigsound.com)

Samsung PN60F8500 60-inch Plasma HDTVReview

The brightness of an LED TV, but the blacks of a plasma? Could Samsung's latest Smart TV really offer the best of both worlds?

Buy the F8500 for the picture quality, including the ability to provide a pleasingly bright, detailed image in virtually any lighting condition. And if the high tech control features and extensive streaming options add to the appeal for you, then...

Jul, 2013

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Expert review by : Thomas J. Norton (hometheatermag.com)

Samsung PN60F8500 3D Plasma HDTV

When Samsung launched its new line of plasma HDTVs at last January's CES, we were impressed. Those early demos indicated improved black levels and overall good performance. We were surprised to find later that the prices, though not exactly “Attention,...

I had some issues with the Samsung’s 3D performance, though it’s likely to satisfy all but the most rabid 3D purist. But 2D on the set was a joy to watch, with rich color, superb resolution, and subjectively fine black levels and overall image...

Jun, 2013

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Expert review by : Thomas J. Norton (hometheater.com)