In 2018, a new model UE43NU7400U with Smart TV support appeared in the line of Samsung TVs, belonging to the budget category. And it's not for nothing that he immediately took a high position in the ratings: for 34.5 thousand rubles, the manufacturer offers a number of additional functions compared to previous models, increased speaker power, a high-resolution screen and voice control. Let's take a closer look at these and other features.
This model participates in rating of the best TVs 43 inches and in Best 4K UHD TVs.
Screen
The TV is equipped with a screen with a diagonal of 43 inches (the line includes models with a larger diagonal - 50, 55 and 65 inches), with an Ultra HD resolution of 3820 × 2160 pixels. The recommended distance from the eyes is 181 cm. The refresh rate is 60 Hz. This is a standard figure, but the dynamics remains quite smooth. Great for gaming: Steam Link technology delivers fast frame rates and crisp images.
The model has improved color rendering, supports more than a billion shades due to FRC technology. The lighting is evenly distributed across the screen by the VA panel, but Edge LED backlighting can create slight bleeding in the lower corners of the TV. We advise you to clarify when purchasing which matrix is installed in the TV, since the manufacturer offered a choice of VA and IPS matrices.
The TV has a built-in light sensor that analyzes the level of lighting in the room and automatically adjusts the brightness of the image. It is eye safe and energy efficient.
Buyers have no particular complaints about the image quality. Everything is easily customizable: you can optimize contrast, black level, color rendering. And 4K Ultra HD and HDR lets you see the smallest details in your viewing experience. The model will be slightly better in characteristics LG 43UM7450 for 36 thousand rubles, but it will be traced only in dynamic scenes.
Appearance
The TV has a thin black aluminum-based seamless frame. Its thickness is only 5.8 cm.
Looks good thanks to the visually masked cables in the groove on the back and the Y-type support. There is a possibility of wall mounting (VESA 200 × 200 mm)at the right level.
Connectors on the TV panel
Samsung UE43NU7400U TVs have a standard set of connectors:
- 3 HDMI;
- 2 USB;
- antenna input;
- optical audio output for connection to a home theater;
- composite and component inputs;
- slot CI + 1.4;
- input for connecting to a local network.
The model supports Wi-Fi, Bluetooth: you can connect a mouse and keyboard to the TV for more convenient control. This feature is not available in other similar models of the manufacturer. In other TVs, they are also not cheaper, in the same TCL L43P6US Bluetooth is not supported.
A triple tuner is built in, receiving terrestrial, cable and satellite signals. The only drawback in the equipment is the lack of the ability to record content to a hard drive or USB.
Sound features
The sound power is large - 20 watts. Sound quality is provided by built-in two-channel three-way acoustics, and a Dolby Digital decoder is responsible for surround sound. For comparison, TCL L43P6US speaker power - 16 W, but two decoders Dolby Digital and DTS. According to experts, Dolby Digital cannot produce maximum surround sound without a DTS decoder.
The manufacturer has thought about preserving the sound quality when wall-mounted.The speakers are located at the bottom of the TV. High-quality sound gives an immersive effect, among the shortcomings - only the lack of proper sound transmission when reproducing bass.
If you need to connect your TV to your home theater, it's best to use a soundbar or AV receiver.
Model functions
In addition to Smart TV, among the additional features of Samsung TV is voice control. In cheaper models, for example, TCL L43P6US, this function is not provided. If we compare with the more expensive options, then we note an additional possibility of gesture control, as in LG 43UM7450.
Built-in control system SmartThing - you can broadcast content from other home devices to the screen, control all devices with support for the Smart Home system.
The model supports synchronization due to the Samsung Cloud function: you can broadcast any content from the cloud storage on the screen. There is child protection, Sleep timer.
Advantages and disadvantages
Benefits:
- large screen (+ the ability to choose a different diagonal);
- powerful sound;
- slim, laconic design;
- voice control;
- support for Wi-Fi, Bluetooth;
- SmartThing function;
- masking of cables.
Disadvantages:
- recording to USB or hard disk is impossible;
- no curved screen, highlights are present;
- poor bass reproduction;
- no HDMI cable;
- no screws for wall mounting.
If it is important to save money, you can take TCL L43P6US... It is almost 10 thousand rubles cheaper. But its shortcomings in comparison with Samsung will be obvious: a thicker body, less sound power, no Bluetooth, voice control.
Having overpaid a couple of thousand, you can take LG 43UM7450 with gesture control and TV recording capabilities. But the power of the speakers, the clarity of the picture are the same - this is the most important thing, since not everyone needs additional options.
For mid-budget models, the Samsung UE43NU7400U is a good option considering the sound quality and functionality. The design is suitable for any room. You can use it not only for watching content, playing games, but also controlling other devices in the house that support the “smart home” function through the SmartThings application.
