Samsung’s 2014 TV lineup for the UK included models from Series 5 through Series 8, covering a wide range of screen sizes and features. The lineup included standard HD and Full HD televisions as well as Samsung’s newer Ultra HD models. Depending on the series and model, TVs were available with Smart TV, 3D, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, different picture-processing technologies, and both flat and curved designs.
Samsung used two main model groups in this lineup. The H-series consisted mainly of Full HD televisions, while the HU-series identified the Ultra HD models. This distinction makes it easier to understand the structure of Samsung’s 2014 range and identify the main characteristics of an individual TV.
The models listed below are those associated with the Samsung 2014 TV lineup for the UK market.
Samsung 2014 TV Series
Samsung divided its 2014 televisions into several series. The series number indicated the general position of a model within the lineup, while the model number distinguished individual televisions.
Series 5 included the more basic models. The H4510, H5000, and H5500 covered different screen sizes and feature levels. The H4510 used a 1366 × 768 resolution, while the H5000 and H5500 provided Full HD resolution. The H5500 also included Smart TV and Wi-Fi.
Series 6 consisted of more advanced Full HD televisions. The H6400 and H6670 supported active 3D and included features such as Micro Dimming, Smart Hub, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and Multi-Screen. The H7000 was positioned at the higher end of the Full HD range and added Micro Dimming Pro.
Series 7 included both Full HD and Ultra HD models. The H7000 was a Full HD television, while the HU7200 and HU7500 used a 3840 × 2160 Ultra HD resolution. The HU7200 featured a curved design, while the HU7500 used a slim metal body.
Series 8 represented the high-end part of the lineup. The HU8500 was an Ultra HD curved television available in 55-inch, 65-inch, and 78-inch versions. It included UHD Dimming Ultimate and a broader set of connected and picture features.
H-Series and HU-Series
The model prefix provides a simple way to distinguish the main types of Samsung TVs from 2014.
The H-series included the H4510, H5000, H5500, H6400, H6670, and H7000. Most of these models used a 1920 × 1080 Full HD resolution. The H4510 was an exception, with a resolution of 1366 × 768.
The HU-series consisted of Samsung’s Ultra HD televisions. The HU6900, HU7200, HU7500, and HU8500 used a 3840 × 2160 resolution. This provided four times as many pixels as a Full HD 1920 × 1080 display.
The HU-series was not simply a continuation of the H-series with a higher series number. The U in the model designation was used to identify Samsung’s Ultra HD models. The HU models also tended to occupy the higher end of the 2014 lineup and included features that were not available on the more basic H-series televisions.
The design also varied within the HU range. The HU7200 and HU8500 used curved screens, while the HU7500 used a slim metal body. The HU6900 was a more straightforward Ultra HD model.
Smart TV, 3D and Connectivity
Smart TV functionality varied according to the model. The H5500 and the higher-end models in the lineup included Samsung Smart Hub, while the basic H4510 and H5000 did not list Smart TV functionality.
Wi-Fi was also not available on every model. The H4510, H5500, H6400, H6670, H7000, HU6900, HU7200, HU7500, and HU8500 included Wi-Fi, while the H5000 did not.
Bluetooth was mainly found on the higher-end models. The H6400, H6670, H7000, HU7200, HU7500, and HU8500 included Bluetooth connectivity.
3D was another feature used to distinguish the higher-end televisions. The H6400, H6670, H7000, HU7200, HU7500, and HU8500 supported active 3D and were specified for use with Samsung 3D Active Glasses 2. The Series 5 models and HU6900 did not include 3D.
The number of physical connections also varied. Higher-end models generally provided four HDMI ports and three USB ports, while the more basic televisions had fewer connections. Anynet+ was listed across the models in the lineup and provided Samsung’s HDMI-based device-control functionality.
Picture Technologies and CMR
Samsung used several picture-processing technologies to differentiate its 2014 models.
The H6400 and H6670 included Micro Dimming, while the H7000 used Micro Dimming Pro. The HU6900 also used Micro Dimming.
The HU7200 and HU7500 used UHD Dimming, while the HU8500 featured UHD Dimming Ultimate. These technologies were part of Samsung’s picture-processing system for controlling different areas of the image.
Some of the higher-end models also included an Ultra Clear Panel. In the 2014 lineup, this feature was listed on the H6400, H6670, H7000, HU7200, HU7500, and HU8500.
Samsung also used the Clear Motion Rate (CMR) designation in its specifications. The listed CMR values ranged from 100 on the entry-level models to 1200 on the HU8500. CMR was Samsung’s own specification used to describe motion performance and combined several aspects of the TV’s display and image processing.
Samsung 2014 TV Models for the UK
The table below lists the main Samsung TV models associated with the UK 2014 lineup and their published specifications.
| Model | Screen Size (inches) | Design | Resolution | 3D | Processor | Sound Output (RMS) | Refresh Rate (CMR) | Dimming Technology | Ultra Clear Panel | HDMI | USB | Wi-Fi | Bluetooth | Smart Hub/Smart TV | Multi-Screen | AnyNet+ | Remote |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| H4510 | 22, 32, 40 | White | 1366 × 768 | No | Quad Core Plus | 2 × 10 W | 100 | No | No | 2 | 2 | Yes | No | No | No | Yes | TM1250A |
| H5000 | 32, 40, 46 | Black | 1920 × 1080 | No | Quad Core Plus | 2 × 10 W | 100 | No | No | 2 | 1 | No | No | No | No | Yes | TM1240A |
| H5500 | 32, 40, 48, 55 | Black | 1920 × 1080 | No | Quad Core | 2 × 10 W | 100 | No | No | 3 | 2 | Yes | No | Yes | No | Yes | TM1250A |
| H6400 | 32, 40, 48, 55, 65 | Black with silver frame | 1920 × 1080 | Yes | Quad Core Plus | 2 × 10 W | 400 | Micro Dimming | Yes | 4 | 3 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | TM1460A |
| H6670 | 40, 48, 55 | Silver | 1920 × 1080 | Yes | Quad Core | 2 × 10 W | 600 | Micro Dimming | Yes | 4 | 3 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | TM1460A |
| H7000 | 40, 46, 55, 65 | Black | 1920 × 1080 | Yes | Quad Core Plus | 10 W + 10 W | 800 | Micro Dimming Pro | Yes | 4 | 3 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | TM1460A |
| HU6900 | 40, 50, 55 | Black | 3840 × 2160 | No | Quad Core | 2 × 10 W | 200 | Micro Dimming | No | 3 | 2 | Yes | No | Yes | No | Yes | TM1250A |
| HU7200 | 55, 65 | Curved Body | 3840 × 2160 | Yes | Quad Core Plus | 10 W + 10 W | 800 | UHD Dimming | Yes | 4 | 3 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | TM1460A |
| HU7500 | 48, 55, 65 | Slim Metal Body | 3840 × 2160 | Yes | Quad Core Plus | 10 W + 10 W | 1000 | UHD Dimming | Yes | 4 | 3 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | TM1460A |
| HU8500 | 55, 65, 78 | Curved Body | 3840 × 2160 | Yes | Quad Core Plus | 10 W + 10 W | 1200 | UHD Dimming Ultimate | Yes | 4 | 3 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | TM1460A |
