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Samsung DV80TA020TE Series 5 review: 80 specs compared

Avg. price:~£580Drying technology:heat pumpCapacity:8 kgEnergy efficiency class (old label):A++Installation type:self-standing

Samsung DV80TA020TE Series 5 Review: Compare 80 technical specifications to see how this product ranks in the Tumble dryers category and whether it is worth buying.

Samsung DV80TA020TE Series 5
7.1/10

Overall score

Score
7.1/ 10
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What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs and ratings from across the web.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 75%, User score 25%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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Score components

75%

6.8

Technical score

25%

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User scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 8.1, the mark of a weaker model in this category

â–¼Worse than 67% of tumble dryers
7.2

Value for money

Value for money
7.2/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the dryer's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a dryer with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
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Score components

70%

7.1

Overall score

30%

7.4

Price

â–¼Worse than 74%
6.8

Technical score

Technical score
6.8/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 75% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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Score components

35%

7.2

Performance

30%

5.3

Features

25%

7.8

Drying programs

10%

7.4

Design

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User score

User score
8.1/ 10
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What it is
How happy buyers are with this model, based on ratings from across the web.
How we count it
Enough data: A model needs at least 1 rating from across the web. Without one, it counts as 8.1, the mark of a weaker rated model in this category.
Share: User score counts 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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No ratings from across the web yet, so it counts as 8.1, the mark of a weaker rated model in this category.
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £580
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Technical Specifications of tumble dryer Samsung DV80TA020TE Series 5

Technical score
Technical score
6.8/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 75% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
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Score components:

35%

7.2

Performance

30%

5.3

Features

25%

7.8

Drying programs

10%

7.4

Design

6.8
Value for money
Value for money
7.2/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the dryer's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a dryer with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
Score components:

70%

7.1

Overall score

30%

7.4

Price

7.2
Drying technology
heat pump
This tumble dryer uses a heat pump drying system, which is more efficient than 25.6% of tumble dryers and equal to 74.5% of tumble dryers.
Capacity
8 kg
Market range: <7 kg – >10 kg
This tumble dryer holds 8 kg of laundry, which is more than 18.6% of tumble dryers and equal to 40% of tumble dryers.
Drum volume
?
Inverter motor
no
This tumble dryer does not have an inverter motor. 42.6% of tumble dryers have an inverter motor.
Energy efficiency class (old label)
A++
This tumble dryer has an energy efficiency class which is better than that of 30.9% of tumble dryers and equal to that of 38.3% of tumble dryers.
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N. of drying programs
14
Market range: <9 – >15
This tumble dryer has 14 different drying programs which is more than the n. of programs of 40.5% of tumble dryers and equal to that of 16.3% of tumble dryers.
Shirts, Iron Dry, Delicates, Wool, Towels, Bedding, Outdoor, Cotton, Mixed Load, Synthetics, Quick Dry 35', Time Dry, Warm Air, Cool Air
N. of downloadable programs
0
Market range: <0 – >40
This tumble dryer has 0 downloadable programs which is fewer than the n. of downloadable programs of 24.6% of tumble dryers and equal to that of 75.4% of tumble dryers.
Temperature selection
no
This tumble dryer does not offer temperature selection. 43.1% of tumble dryers offer temperature selection.
Selectable drying times
yes
This tumble dryer has adjustable drying times. 97.4% of tumble dryers have adjustable drying times.
30 - 150 min
Selectable drying level
yes
This tumble dryer allows drying level customization. 95.4%.
3 drying levels
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N. of advanced features
8
Market range: <6 – >18
This tumble dryer has 8 features which is fewer than the n. of features of 64.1% of tumble dryers and equal to that of 13% of tumble dryers.
Humidity sensors, Delayed start option, Pause & Add option, Smart diagnosis, Selectable drying times, Selectable drying level, Post-drying drum movement, Bidirectional drum movement
Laundry detection system
no
This tumble dryer lacks a laundry detection system. 43.8% of tumble dryers include this feature.
Humidity sensors
yes
This tumble dryer is equipped with humidity sensors. 90.8% of tumble dryers have humidity sensors.
The OptimalDry system uses moisture and temperature sensors to optimize drying time, protect fabrics from heat damage, and remind users when to clean the heat exchanger for consistent drying performance.
Delayed start option
yes
This tumble dryer has a delayed start option. 92.8% of tumble dryers have this feature.
Maximum delayed start
24 h
Market range: <19 h – >24 h
The maximum delayed start of this tumble dryer is 24 h which is longer than the maximum delayed start of 25.5% of tumble dryers and equal to that of 74.5% of tumble dryers.
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Installation type
self-standing
This tumble dryer is self-standing, which is less suited to fitted kitchens than 0.7% of tumble dryers and equal to 99.3% of tumble dryers.
Loading type
front-loading
This tumble dryer is front-loading, which is equal to 100% of tumble dryers.
Display
yes
This tumble dryer has a display. 94.4% of tumble dryers have a display.
Child lock
yes
This tumble dryer includes a child lock. 94% of tumble dryers have a child lock.
Antivibration design
?
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Samsung DV80TA020TE Series 5 vs the average tumble dryer

246810TotalPerformanceDrying programsFeaturesDesign
  • Can self-diagnose issues
    This tumble dryer supports smart diagnosis, while the average tumble dryer lacks this feature. 30.6% of dryers can self-diagnose issues.
    The Smart Check system automatically detects and diagnoses problems.
  • Bed linen program
    This tumble dryer has a Bed Linen program, the average tumble dryer does not. 42.7% of dryers have this program.
  • Includes a reversible door
    This tumble dryer has a reversible door, which the average tumble dryer does not. 25.9% of dryers have reversible doors.
  • More convenient drainage
    This tumble dryer collects water more conveniently than the average tumble dryer (direct drain vs water tank (door)).
    direct drain vs water tank (door)
  • 3.1% lower full-load energy use
    This tumble dryer uses less energy per full-load cycle than the average tumble dryer (1.9 kWh vs 1.91 kWh). The average tumble dryer uses 1.91 kWh.
    1.85 kWh vs 1.91 kWh
  • 3.1% lower full-load energy use
    This tumble dryer uses less energy per full-load cycle than the average tumble dryer (1.9 kWh vs 1.91 kWh). The average tumble dryer uses 1.91 kWh.
    1.85 kWh vs 1.91 kWh
  • Bed linen program
    This tumble dryer has a Bed Linen program, the average tumble dryer does not. 42.7% of dryers have this program.
  • Can self-diagnose issues
    This tumble dryer supports smart diagnosis, while the average tumble dryer lacks this feature. 30.6% of dryers can self-diagnose issues.
    The Smart Check system automatically detects and diagnoses problems.
  • Includes a reversible door
    This tumble dryer has a reversible door, which the average tumble dryer does not. 25.9% of dryers have reversible doors.
  • More convenient drainage
    This tumble dryer collects water more conveniently than the average tumble dryer (direct drain vs water tank (door)).
    direct drain vs water tank (door)
  • 0.7% wider
    This tumble dryer is wider than the average tumble dryer (60 cm vs 59.6 cm). The average dryer has a width of 59.6 cm.
    60 cm vs 59.6 cm
  • Does not support gentle drying
    This tumble dryer does not support gentle drying, while the average tumble dryer does. 58.3% of dryers support this feature.
  • 1 fewer advanced features
    This tumble dryer has fewer features than the average tumble dryer (8 vs 9). The average dryer has 9 features.
    Humidity sensors, Delayed start option, Pause & Add option, Smart diagnosis, Selectable drying times, Selectable drying level, Post-drying drum movement, Bidirectional drum movement
    8 vs 9
  • Does not have a duvet program
    This tumble dryer does not have a Duvet program, the average tumble dryer does. 52.8% of dryers have this program.
  • 11.1% heavier
    This tumble dryer is heavier than the average tumble dryer (50 kg vs 45 kg). The average dryer weights 45 kg.
    50 kg vs 45 kg
  • 5 min longer fast cycle duration
    This tumble dryer has a longer fast cycle duration than the average tumble dryer (35 min vs 30 min). The average dryer’s fast cycle takes 30 min.
    Quick Dry 35' (dries 1kg of clothing in 35 minutes using high heat)
    35 min vs 30 min
  • 0.1% higher height
    This tumble dryer has a higher height than the average tumble dryer (85 cm vs 84.9 cm). The average dryer has a height of 84.9 cm.
    85 cm vs 84.9 cm
  • Worse energy efficiency class
    This tumble dryer has a worse energy efficiency class than the average tumble dryer (A++ vs A+++). The average dryer has an energy efficiency class of A+++.
    A++ vs A+++
  • 5.2% worse value for money
    Samsung DV80TA020TE Series 5 has worse value for money than the average tumble dryer (7.21 vs 7.6).
    7.21 vs 7.58
  • 20.8% more expensive
    Samsung DV80TA020TE Series 5 is more expensive than the average tumble dryer (£580 vs £480).
    £580 vs £480
  • Worse energy efficiency class
    This tumble dryer has a worse energy efficiency class than the average tumble dryer (A++ vs A+++). The average dryer has an energy efficiency class of A+++.
    A++ vs A+++
  • 1.9% higher part-load energy use
    This tumble dryer uses more energy per partial-load cycle than the average tumble dryer (1.1 kWh vs 1.08 kWh). The average tumble dryer uses 1.08 kWh at partial load.
    1.1 kWh vs 1.08 kWh
  • Does not support gentle drying
    This tumble dryer does not support gentle drying, while the average tumble dryer does. 58.3% of dryers support this feature.
  • Does not have a duvet program
    This tumble dryer does not have a Duvet program, the average tumble dryer does. 52.8% of dryers have this program.
  • 5 min longer fast cycle duration
    This tumble dryer has a longer fast cycle duration than the average tumble dryer (35 min vs 30 min). The average dryer’s fast cycle takes 30 min.
    Quick Dry 35' (dries 1kg of clothing in 35 minutes using high heat)
    35 min vs 30 min
  • 1 fewer advanced features
    This tumble dryer has fewer features than the average tumble dryer (8 vs 9). The average dryer has 9 features.
    Humidity sensors, Delayed start option, Pause & Add option, Smart diagnosis, Selectable drying times, Selectable drying level, Post-drying drum movement, Bidirectional drum movement
    8 vs 9
  • 0.7% wider
    This tumble dryer is wider than the average tumble dryer (60 cm vs 59.6 cm). The average dryer has a width of 59.6 cm.
    60 cm vs 59.6 cm
  • 11.1% heavier
    This tumble dryer is heavier than the average tumble dryer (50 kg vs 45 kg). The average dryer weights 45 kg.
    50 kg vs 45 kg
  • 0.1% higher height
    This tumble dryer has a higher height than the average tumble dryer (85 cm vs 84.9 cm). The average dryer has a height of 84.9 cm.
    85 cm vs 84.9 cm

Verdict

The Samsung DV80TA020TE Series 5 heat pump tumble dryer unites smart OptimalDry sensor automation, an ultra-fast 35-minute quick cycle, and disciplined family energy efficiency. Rated in energy class A++ with an annual power demand of 235 kilowatt-hours at 65 decibels, this eight-kilogram freestanding machine utilizes closed-circuit heat pump mechanics to dry fabrics gently at reduced temperatures. Its OptimalDry system coordinates three separate sensors tracking moisture, temperature, and heat exchanger maintenance to adjust drying durations continuously and prevent thermal wear. The convenient QuickDry 35 program dries up to one kilogram of essential clothing in just thirty-five minutes for immediate wear. Maintenance is simplified by the two-in-one double-layer lint filter. Equipped with a reversible door hinge, interior drum lighting, Smart Check smartphone diagnostics, a direct drain option, and delay start, it offers comprehensive utility.

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