TOP 7 best 40-inch TVs according to customer reviews

In this article, I will present the TOP 7 best 40-inch TVs of 2020. For a kitchen, a 40-inch TV will be a bit bigger, although it all depends on the size of your kitchen, but for a bedroom or living room it will definitely be just right. The demand for such a diagonal decreases every year, since the price of 43-inch already not much more, and therefore it is more profitable to take them. But still there are those who are interested in such a diagonal, so especially for you I have collected the best models in the price range from 10 to 25 thousand rubles. The main selection criteria were image quality, functionality, built-in acoustics and price. I tried to be objective and give reasons for each position in the ranking, taking into account my experience of use and the opinions of buyers.

Panasonic TX-40GXR700

The first place goes to the 2019 model from Panasonic with 4K UHD and HDR resolution. It features a modern design, a thin glossy frame and a small depth of 63 mm - the narrowest in the rating. When mounting on a wall, keep in mind that some of the connectors are perpendicular and not at the side. Panasonic's picture quality is excellent: deep contrast, good reproduction of details in dark scenes, rich color palette. HDR10 + technology and Adaptive Backlight Dimming deliver fine detail with precise contrast. Among other models in the rating, the TV stands out for its high motion processing index - 1200 Hz. Equipped with two 10W speakers. Unlike Sony KDL-40RE353, provides support for the digital satellite television standard in addition to cable and terrestrial broadcasting. Has three HDMI and USB connectors. Doesn't read MPEG4, Xvid formats. The main difference between the model and the leader is the presence of Smart TV, which opens access to online cinemas and applications.

Benefits:

• Good detail.
• Realistic colors. Deep black color.
• Excellent 4K image.
• Wi-Fi does not slow down.
• Sound quality is normal.

Disadvantages:

• The screen is glossy and reflective.
• Some users feel that when off-center, the colors are distorted (the viewing angle is insufficient).
• Apps in Smart TV.
• Inconvenient menu.

Panasonic, worth 25,000 rubles, provides excellent picture quality with good color reproduction and deep detail. The picture quality is inferior to Sony, although this can only be noticed if two TVs are side by side. But, unlike Sony, Panasonic provides more options: 4K, Smart TV, rather powerful sound, more connectors.

Sony KDL-40RE353

It was released back in 2017, but is still in demand. Like all Sony models, this TV features a modern design accentuated by an ultra-thin aluminum-coated bezel. Full HD resolution, Clear Resolution Enhancer technology is responsible for the clarity of picture reproduction. The manufacturer has achieved a deep reproduction of colors and textures, high detail and excellent contrast. The model provides a standard frame rate of 60 Hz, but is equipped with Motionflow XR 100 Hz technology, which is responsible for the smoothness of the picture with the dynamic movement of objects on the screen. Clear Phase technology is responsible for sound balance. Dolby Digital and DTS decoders provide realism and fidelity to sound.The TV is equipped with two times less powerful speakers than Panasonic - two 5W speakers. An additional advantage of the model is the X-Protection PRO protection system. It protects against dust, moisture and voltage surges. Few connectors, only 1 USB and 2 HDMI. Supports a large number of formats: MP3, WMA, MPEG4, Xvid, MKV, JPEG.

Benefits:

• Design. Thin frame.
• Excellent color rendering, good blacks and whites.
• Stunning image.
• No glare.
• HD picture quality.
• Functional control panel.

Disadvantages:

• Low-power speakers.
• After frequent use of the remote control, it slows down. You need to turn off and turn on the TV.
• For some buyers, the location of the connectors at the back, rather than the side, seems inconvenient.

Sony, worth 25,000 rubles, surpasses the rest of the rating models and the main competitors in image quality. This is the best model for this parameter. But it is inferior in other characteristics to Panasonic, such as sound power, reproduction of broadcasting standards (does not support satellite television), and the number of outputs. But these parameters are not always of great importance when choosing a TV.

Hyundai H-LED40ES5108

The third step of the TOP is occupied by H-LED40ES5108 with Full HD resolution, released in 2019. This model differs in design from the leaders of the rating due to the silver case. Besides the bottom band, the bezel is ultra-thin The model provides a good picture with rich colors, deep details and really high contrast (5000: 1). The standard refresh rate is 60Hz, so there may be a loop or tearing when the frame changes quickly. In terms of sound power, it surpasses Sony, but is somewhat inferior in realism and clarity of sound, since it does not provide for special technologies to improve it. More connectors than Sony. Reads only MP3, MKV, JPEG files from the USB stick.

Benefits:

• Appearance.
• Lots of connectors.
• The screen does not glare.
• Functional control panel.
• Reliable Wi-Fi connection.
• The picture is bright and juicy.
• Natural colors. Deep black.

Disadvantages:

• The sound is not of the best quality.
• The build quality is questionable.

Hyundai, which costs 19,500 rubles, is expectedly inferior to the two leaders in the rating in image quality. Although it provides good color reproduction, high contrast and image clarity. The model is equipped with Smart TV based on Android 9.0, which expands its functionality. Customers also liked the convenient ergonomic remote control.

KIVI 40F730GR

Full HD resolution, supports HDR10 + technology, which provides dynamic tone mapping for the perfect balance of brightness, saturation and contrast. Wide Color Gamut technology reproduces 1 billion colors for the most realistic images. Has higher brightness (300 cd / m2) and much higher contrast (9500: 1) than Hyundai. Provides voice control, for which there is a corresponding button on the remote control. The strengths of the TV are the presence of Smart TV, built-in memory of 8 GB and a high index of dynamic scenes. The latter provides a smooth image with frequent frame changes. But the TV does not receive satellite TV signals, has a standard number of connectors and reads a minimum of formats. Thinner in comparison with Hyundai - 69 mm. Although it does not have such a thin frame.

Benefits:

• Contrasting, saturated colors.
• Good picture quality.
• Convenient menu.
• Stable internet connection.
• Good basic settings.

Disadvantages:

• Remote control with a minimum of buttons.
• Mid-range sound.
• There are glare when displaying light tones.
• Very bright backlight.
• Voice input doesn't always work.
• The built-in browser is not very user-friendly.

The price is 18,000 rubles. Slightly inferior to the picture quality of the two leaders of the rating, but in terms of color saturation and contrast, it can compete with them. Among the main shortcomings, we can note flashes at the edges and incorrect operation of voice dialing. In general, the model deserves attention, especially given the low price when compared with its equipment. In addition, there is Smart TV, which works quite smartly, practically does not slow down and does not "glitch".

Polarline 40PL11TC-SM

The top five is closed by the 2019 model of release with Smart TV on OS Android 7.0, while Hyundai and Panasonic work on the ninth Android. Unlike other budget TVs included in the rating, it provides sound enhancement with Dolby Digital, making it more spacious and realistic. It also compares favorably with the reproduction of a large number of formats and the presence of an internal memory of 4 GB. There are all the necessary connectors 2 USB, 3 HDMI, mini-Jack 3.5 mm for headphones, component / composite, CI +.

Benefits:

• Design. Narrow frames.
• Good quality picture.
• Stable internet connection.
• Intuitive menu.
• Sounding normal.

Disadvantages:

• The quality of the materials.
• Unstable legs.
• There is a smell of cheap plastic.
• No Google Play.
• Smart TV is not the fastest.

The cost Polarline is 13,500 rubles. Considering the price, you shouldn't expect the same image quality as the more expensive models topping the rating. Nevertheless, the picture is quite decent with normal contrast and color reproduction.

HARPER 40F670T

Full HD resolution, does not support HDR and there is no Smart TV. There is this model for sale with Smart TV, but it costs about 3 thousand rubles. For this money, it is better to take a good TV set-top box that will not slow down and fail. HARPER has an attractive design, stable legs. It has a slightly lower brightness index than KIVI, but a much higher dynamic contrast ratio. It differs from the two previous models in a shorter response time (8.5 ms). In terms of sound power, it surpasses KIVI, but is inferior in depth and realism to the top three due to the lack of decoders. There is no HDMI connector on the front panel, although there are three of them. Reads the most formats among the models listed above. Also, like KIVI and Hyundai, it accepts analog and digital signals, but is not designed to support satellite TV broadcasting.

Benefits:

• Sharp image.
• Good picture detail.
• Simplicity of settings and management.
• Convenient menu.
• Fast channel switching.

Disadvantages:

• The sound is not of the best quality.
• Due to widely spaced legs, it may not stand on a narrow bedside table.

HARPER, which costs 12,000 rubles, provides good image quality. But if there are no problems with clarity and contrast, then the color rendition is not the best. Users note the "twisted" colors. Overall, this is a good budget model with disadvantages inherent at this price point.

SkyLine 40LT5900

The last place in the TOP was taken by the 2019 model with Full HD resolution. Viewing angle of the screen is 178 °, Direct LED backlight is used, refresh rate is 50 Hz. Among the main connection formats, we note HDMI - 3 pcs., USB - 1 pc., Component and coaxial input, 3.5 mm headphone jack. Due to the widely spaced legs, stability is provided, but it will not work to put the TV on a narrow cabinet. From Polarline has a shorter response time (8 ms). Compared to HARPER, it has a slightly lower dynamic contrast ratio, but the same brightness. The two 10W speakers provide reasonably loud sound, albeit without the Dolby benefits. Equipped with three HDMI connectors, reads almost all file formats.

Benefits:

• Modern "frameless" look.
• Good color rendering.
• Simple menu.
• Convenient remote control.

Disadvantages:

• Not the best matrix. The viewing angles are less than stated.
• Flimsy materials.
• There are cases of not completing the legs.
• According to reviews, there is an isolated case of marriage.
• The sound is loud but lackluster.

SkyLine 40LT5900, costing 11,000 rubles, is not inferior in image quality to the two previous models, although it does not have Smart TV, as Polarline... A good model in this price range with no extra bells and whistles.