Samsung KS8500 is a high-end 4K SUHD TV for those who desire exceptional viewing experience. Parading a curved design, the set is built to deliver amazing picture quality with some of the best technologies in TV making.
Where to Buy Samsung KS8500 4K TV
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Samsung KS8500 4K TV Key Specs & Features
- 49-inch, 55-inch, 65-inch Panel
- Curved SUHD LED Panel
- 3840 x 2160, 4K Ultra HD Screen with HDR support
- Smart TV with Tizen OS (Smart View 2.0)
- Quad-Core Processor
- Magic Remote with Voice control
- Wi-Fi 802.11 ac
- 4 HDMI ports and 3 USB ports
Buyers praise the TV for its bright screen and realistic colours. Samsung KS8500 4K SUHD TV is available in 49-inch, 55-inch, and 65-inch options with model number Samsung 49KS8500, 55KS8500, and 65KS8500 respectively.
The 8-Series Samsung KS8500 is a more affordable option compared to the top of the line 9-Series Samsung KS9800 and Samsung KS9500.
Design and Display
The Samsung KS8500 features an elegant, slim design that will certainly add a class touch to your home. It shifts the attention to content on the screen with an ultra-thin bezel for seeming edgeless picture.
The Samsung KS8500 4K SUHD set, which sports a chic metallic body, uses a curved panel which sort of wraps you into the action.
SUHD Quantum Dot Color brings images to life by unlocking as many as one billion colour combinations. Ultra Black and UHD Dimming improve richness of colours and deepness of black.
The edge-lit LED TV also does a good job in dealing with motion blur in fast-action scenes. It comes in 49″, 55″ and 65″ sizes.
Smart TV
Driven by a quad-core processor, Samsung KS8500 is a Smart TV as one would expect. It runs on the latest version of its maker’s Tizen operating system, which boasts simple and responsive smart interface.
You will be able to access live TV programming, streaming content and apps direct on the set.
The remote even allows the use of voice commands. Netflix, YouTube and Amazon Video are some of the popular apps that are supported. You will be able to download more apps from the store.
Other Features
The Samsung KS8500 has integrated Wi-Fi with Wi-Fi Direct functionality. It comes with full web browser, which means you can surf the net on this one and even do some online shopping.
A Smart View App lets you watch TV content on your mobile device, and vice versa.
Decent sound is supplied by a down-firing, 2.1 Channel speaker system with sound output of 40W. The TV supports Dolby Digital Plus and DTS Premium Sound 5.1.
Samsung KS8500 offers HDR 1000 support to enable you see details you would have otherwise missed. Inputs and outputs include 4 HDMI ports, 3 USB ports and an Ethernet port.
Pricing & Availability
Samsung KS8500 4K SUHD LED TVs are not yet available in Nigeria, Kenya, or Ghana. When available, you can buy these TVs at reputable online stores, leading retail chains, as well as Samsung Electronics stores in Nigeria. Samsung KS8500 SUHD LED TVs price in Nigeria is expected at between 455,000 Naira and 700,000 Naira.
Samsung KS8500 TV Series Specs
Here are a few specs of the Samsung KS8500 Curved 4K SUHD LED TV:
General Features
- Smart TV: Yes
- 3D TV: –
- Colours: Silver/
- Video Engine: –
- Dimension (without stand): 1087.1 x 630 x 94 mm (49-inch), 1224.3 x 706.1 x 89 mm (55-inch), 1442.7 x 945 x 104.1 mm (65-inch)
- Weight: 14.1 kg (49-inch), 17.2 kg (55-inch), 17.2 kg (65-inch)
- Built-in Camera: No
- USB Playback: Yes
Panel
- Display Type: Edge-lit Curved Panel LED Sceen
- Sreen Size: 48.5-inch, 54.6-inch, or 64.5-inch
- Sreen Resolution: 3840 x 2160, 4K Ultra HD
- More Screen Features: 10-bit Colour, Curved SUHD (quantum dots), 240Hz Motion Rate, UHD Dimming, Local Dimming, Quantum Dot Colour, HDR 1000, Ultra Clear Ultimate
Smart TV Features
- Platform: Tizen, Smart View 2.0
- Processor: Quad-Core Processor
- Multitasking: Yes
- Smart Evolution Ready: –
- One Connect: –
- Built-in PVR: No
- Voice Command: Yes
- Face Recognition: No
- Gesture Control: –
- App Store: Yes, Smart Hub
- Social: Yes
- Web Browser: Yes
- Skype Support: –
- Screen Mirroring: Yes (TV to Mobile, Mobile to TV), DLNA
- Content Sharing: Yes
Inputs/Outputs & Connectivity
- HDMI Port: Yes, 4 ports
- USB Port: Yes, 3 ports
- MHL Port: –
- RF in: Yes, 1 port
- AV in: –
- Component Video in (Y, Pb, Pr + Audio): –
- Digital Audio Out: Yes (Optical)
- LAN: Yes (Ethernet)
- Built-in Wi-Fi: Yes, DLNA
- Wi-Fi Direct: Yes
- Miracast: –
- WiDi: –
- IoT: –
- Audio System: 40W, 4 Speaker System (Inclusive of 2 Woofers (10W each)), Dolby Digital Plus
- Bluetooth: Yes
- Scart: No
- HDMI CEC: Yes
- Infra-out: –
- RS232C: Yes
- Headphone jack: –
Other Features
- Stand Type: Branch-Shape (Silver)
- TV Camera Support: –
- 4k Upscaler: Yes
- DirectTV: Yes (Ready)
- Remote: Yes (Samsung Smart Control (TM1680A))
- Warranty: 1 Year (Labour ans Parts)
Power
- Power Supply (Voltage): 100V ~ 240V, 50/60 Hz
- Consumption (Typical): 55W – 70W (220W Max)
- Standby Power: Less than 0.3W Max
- Energy Efficiency Class: –
