We've also split the console compatibility boxes into separate PS5 Compatibility and Xbox Series X|S Compatibility tests. Updated to Test Bench 1.7 with an updated HDR Brightness test that better reflects real world usage. Updated to Test Bench 1.8, adding a new box for PQ EOTF tracking and updating our Color Volume and Color Gamut tests to better reflect real world usage. Updated the text in the Color Volume section for accuracy. We uploaded the initial brightness measurements and uniformity photos for the Accelerated Longevity Test.

Updated to Test Bench 1.9, modifying our Contrast testing and splitting our local dimming testing into multiple sections covering Blooming, Black Crush, and Lighting Zone Transitions. With this update we've revamped our Gradient testing, added a new test for Low Quality Content Smoothing, and expanded our Audio Passthrough testing. We uploaded the brightness measurements and uniformity photos after running the TV for two months in our Accelerated Longevity Test.Ĭonverted to Test Bench 1.10. We've added a few relevant comparisons between the two models below. We uploaded the brightness measurements and uniformity photos after running the TV for four months in our Accelerated Longevity Test. Finally, we've updated our usage scores to better align our scores with user expectations. With this change, it was necessary to remove the Black Crush test. With this update, we've added a new Upscaling: Sharpness Processing test and revamped our Blooming test so the scores and picture better match the real world experience. We've added a mention of the newly-reviewed Samsung CU8000 in the Contrast section of this review.Ĭonverted to Test Bench 1.11. We've updated the text in the review to reflect our latest test methodology updates. We uploaded the latest brightness measurements and uniformity photos for the Accelerated Longevity Test.

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