In 2018, the South Korean company Samsung introduced the Samsung UE40NU7100U TV. The model belongs to the budget category among the top line of the brand. For 29,900 rubles you get a 40-inch (102 cm) high-resolution (4K UHD, HDR) screen. You will be able to watch content with improved clarity, accurate color reproduction and high detail. Another feature is the intelligent Smart TV control system. It provides Internet access, installation of applications and services. It is possible to connect additional devices via Wi-Fi, HDMI and USB.
This model participates in rating of the best TVs, at rating of the best 40-inch TVs and in ranking of the best Smart TV TVs.
Screen
The Samsung UE40NU7100U 40-inch TV has a high 4K UHD resolution (3840 × 2160 px). Its panel contains 4 times more pixels compared to a cheaper Full HD TV, for example Panasonic TX-32FSR500... The picture on the screen is as close to reality as possible. Built-in HDR technology enhances content clarity. Even in the darkest or brightest scenes, every detail can be seen.
The TV has Edge LED backlighting, LEDs are placed on the sides of the screen. High contrast ratio, relatively high brightness. UHD Dimming technology optimizes color, sharpness, deep blacks and pure whites. PurColour technology is responsible for natural color reproduction.
Appearance
The TV is made in jet black. The set includes a stand. An optional wall mount is available. When mounting the TV on a wall, take into account its weight - 8.6 kg.
Connectors
- 3 HDMI connectors (2.0). Through them, you can connect a laptop / PC, smartphone, tablet, game console to the TV to transmit digital audio and video signals.
- 2 USB ports (USB 2.0). Used to connect interactive devices: keyboards, mice, joysticks, flash drives.
- One Optical Audio Out. You can transfer sound from your TV to your home theater, just connect them to each other via an optical cable.
The following connectors are provided: composite, component, for LAN, for cable TV, for satellite TV, CI + 1.4.
Sound
The speaker system consists of two speakers, each with a power of 10 watts. The total output power is 20W, while the TV Sony KDL-40RE353 from one price segment - only 10 watts.
Dolby Digital Plus and Multiroom Link technologies are provided. The former supports processing of an audio data stream up to 640 kbps and provides high quality surround sound. The second allows you to listen to the sound from the TV on devices installed in different rooms.
Functions
Model Panasonic TX-40FSR500 for 25,000 rubles - it's just a TV. And Samsung UE40NU7100U, which costs 4,900 rubles more, is an almost full-fledged computer with the Tizen 4.0 operating system. It is definitely worth overpaying for the Smart TV function, because it provides Internet access. You can play PC games on your TV using the Steam Link feature. The processing of data and images of the network is very fast thanks to the powerful Quad Core processor.
Samsung UE40NU7100U supports Smart Things App. Therefore, you can use a smartphone as a remote control. Synchronization over Wi-Fi.
The model has a mirror screen function. It displays the same TV screen image to other devices.For example, programs that are broadcasted on TV can be simultaneously watched on the phone while in another room.
Advantages and disadvantages
Pros:
- Smart-TV support.
- Full Ultra HD display with HDR support.
- One of the most user-friendly operating systems on the market is Tizen 4.0.
- Smartphone control.
- Fast response.
- Wi-Fi connection.
- Several modes of viewing content (Dynamic, Cinema, Standard).
- Suitable for games (PS4 Slim).
- Stylish design.
Minuses:
- An inconvenient control panel that comes with the kit, but it is possible to control it via a smartphone.
- Doesn't support bluetooth.
- The sound is not very impressive - there is not enough bass.
- Does not read popular video formats from a flash drive (DIVX, AVI, etc.).
Verdict
Samsung UE40NU7100U is the most affordable 4K Smart TV. If the quality of the picture is of fundamental importance, then this model is worthy of attention. 4K resolution lets you see even the smallest details. But Panasonic TX-40FSR500 and Sony KDL-40RE353 with Full HD give less realistic images. Compared to the same models, the Samsung UE40NU7100U has a higher ICR (100 Hz versus 50 Hz). With such a high index, the picture becomes clear, the playback becomes smooth and consistent. It also costs several thousand to overpay for the Smart TV function. It multiplies the capabilities of technology many times over: you can view social networks, read news, watch movies and videos, and check the weather.
