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Jan 30, 2026 8:01 AM

77" Panasonic Z8 Series OLED 4K UHD 144Hz Smart Fire TV (2025)

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Beach Camera via Best Buy has 77" Panasonic Z8 Series OLED 4K Ultra HD 144Hz Smart Fire TV (2025, TV-77Z8BAP) on sale for $1499.99. Shipping is free.

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Specs:
  • Resolution: 3840 x 2160
  • Refresh Rate: 144 Hz
  • HDR: HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, and HLG
  • Free Sync Premium / G-Sync Compatible / Variable Refresh Rate
  • Ports:
    • 4x HDMI
    • 2x USB (1x 3.0, 1x 2.0)
    • 1x Ethernet
    • 1x Digital Audio Output
    • 1x RF input
    • 1x RS-232C input

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Written by Champagne13
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Beach Camera via Best Buy has 77" Panasonic Z8 Series OLED 4K Ultra HD 144Hz Smart Fire TV (2025, TV-77Z8BAP) on sale for $1499.99. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Member Champagne13 for sharing this deal.

Note: Delivery of this item is restricted to drop-off only

Specs:
  • Resolution: 3840 x 2160
  • Refresh Rate: 144 Hz
  • HDR: HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, and HLG
  • Free Sync Premium / G-Sync Compatible / Variable Refresh Rate
  • Ports:
    • 4x HDMI
    • 2x USB (1x 3.0, 1x 2.0)
    • 1x Ethernet
    • 1x Digital Audio Output
    • 1x RF input
    • 1x RS-232C input

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Written by citan359 | Staff

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Written by Champagne13

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The Panasonic Z8B is being framed as a mid tier OLED that stands out for cinematic picture quality, natural colors, excellent motion handling, and strong build quality. It is also praised for deep customization and for looking very close to the flagship Z95B in side by side comparisons. The main concern is SDR brightness, with reports of very low output on the 77 inch model and warnings that it may be best suited to darker rooms. Fire TV also draws criticism for ads and a cluttered interface, though some settings tweaks and external streaming devices can reduce the annoyance.

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Feb 1, 2026 12:57 AM
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F1RacerFeb 1, 2026 12:57 AM
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Quote from sr27 View quoted comment :
Why are you bending over backwards to defend a mega corp? Does it feel that good? Damn. Stop it and take a rest dude.

Because you FireTV terrorists brought your elitist grievances onto a thread about a damn good TV and spoiling a +60+ thumbs up thread with your own personal bad luck that has no real world correlation.
Smart devices <> smart users.
So maybe u take a nap a boomer.
Last edited by F1Racer January 31, 2026 at 05:01 PM.
Feb 1, 2026 12:58 AM
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F1RacerFeb 1, 2026 12:58 AM
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Quote from JoeW5411 View quoted comment :
If I pay 1500 dollars for a TV, I should see zero ads, unless I'm watching something like Pluto.
Glad the marketing technique is a win for you. I make a point to avoid those things out of pure anti-ad spite.

Thing is u didn't and have no first hand on what actually is happening on this TV.
Feb 1, 2026 5:21 AM
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clearwater81Feb 1, 2026 5:21 AM
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this or 77" C5?
Feb 1, 2026 1:11 PM
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JoeW5411Feb 1, 2026 1:11 PM
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Quote from F1Racer View quoted comment :


Thing is u didn't and have no first hand on what actually is happening on this TV.
Your words "Interesting suggestions". I want "no suggestions". Comprehend?
Feb 1, 2026 2:00 PM
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F1RacerFeb 1, 2026 2:00 PM
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Quote from JoeW5411 View quoted comment :
Your words "Interesting suggestions". I want "no suggestions". Comprehend?
Your words "if I pay 1500..."

U didn't Jethro.

Comprendre?
Feb 1, 2026 2:06 PM
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gder03Feb 1, 2026 2:06 PM
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Quote from sr27 View quoted comment :
Why are you bending over backwards to defend a mega corp? Does it feel that good? Damn. Stop it and take a rest dude.
Do you recommend a streaming device from a small mom and pop startup? What are you talking about. Plug whatever you want into the tv if you don't like the default OS... It's so simple and a non issue for sane people
Feb 1, 2026 3:18 PM
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eoniverse1Feb 1, 2026 3:18 PM
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Quote from JoeW5411 View quoted comment :
If I pay 1500 dollars for a TV, I should see zero ads, unless I'm watching something like Pluto.
Glad the marketing technique is a win for you. I make a point to avoid those things out of pure anti-ad spite.
Should but don't. Unrealistic expectatons

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Feb 1, 2026 3:20 PM
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jaredalanmitchellFeb 1, 2026 3:20 PM
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Quote from clearwater81 View quoted comment :
this or 77" C5?
I think most people will tell you the C5, especially when they go on sale for about 200 more.

I don't have personal experience with this panel, but my eyes much prefer the LG panels. I have a 77" C4, 65" B5, and 48" B4 and all are great quality TVs.

Panasonic used to kill it in the plasma space, so I'll keep my eye on them over the next few years to see what OLED they come out with.

With my money, I chose the LG deals every time. Not saying this is a bad TV but some of the reviews on brightness are concerning.
Feb 1, 2026 5:35 PM
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F1RacerFeb 1, 2026 5:35 PM
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Quote from clearwater81 View quoted comment :
this or 77" C5?
Panasonic Z8B would be my recommendation if you want:
Tank like Panasonic build + cinematic picture + natural colors + unbeatable motion handling + tons of picture customization.

I stopped considering the C5 when I read on Reddit about someone's dog bumping into his C5 & bent the panel while others showed pictures of their panel's profiles bowed when taken out of the box new.

All to say that LG/Samsung (electronics problems) have suspect longevity issues. ¹

When people chase 1000+ nits brightness you can tell that they can't control their viewing environment like windows.

Even if I couldn't control my space, the Panasonic can accommodate any brighter requirements easily.

When I spent 6 months looking at the mid tier TVs to purchase and even ordered a C5 ready to be delivered. So what was once a clear leader in the C5 became questionable once the Z8B entered the scene. And people who complain about FireTV haven't even talked about LG WebOS. LOL.

This video from BTT compared this Z8B to its big brother the Z95B which was arguably the best flagship of 2025 over several settings. There is not a lot of difference that I could see.

https://youtu.be/2pdNXt9ght8?si=ie3uCeIZrIUbv0SS
Last edited by F1Racer February 1, 2026 at 04:15 PM.
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Feb 1, 2026 7:25 PM
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LKKwanFeb 1, 2026 7:25 PM
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Great time to get a TV during the Super Bowl week
Feb 1, 2026 10:06 PM
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tsa1Feb 1, 2026 10:06 PM
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Quote from M5Rahul View quoted comment :
Not in market currently ( Happy with my LG 77 OLED ) but damn I'm happy to see Panny back im the US market with OLEDs!! Just hope their quality is as good or better as their Plamas from back in the day! Still have the VT 65" Plasma
I'm hoping for pioneer to make a comeback. They were goated during the plasma days.
Feb 1, 2026 10:27 PM
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nic_kobe_08Feb 1, 2026 10:27 PM
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Just ignore this junk and get a C5
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Feb 2, 2026 5:25 PM
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M5RahulFeb 2, 2026 5:25 PM
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Quote from tsa1 View quoted comment :
I'm hoping for pioneer to make a comeback. They were goated during the plasma days.

For sure! worship
Feb 4, 2026 7:47 PM
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Highagain420Feb 4, 2026 7:47 PM
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Get a Mini LED if you are a Nitpick or can't control ambient brigtness

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Feb 5, 2026 5:38 PM
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ConsumerAdvoCatFeb 5, 2026 5:38 PM
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I thought that Panasonic had exited the US market. I'm still using my 2012 Panasonic Plasma set. Are the new OLED ones available in 65" ?

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