Sony KDL-40RE353 TV review

In 2017, the Japanese concern Sony introduced a new 40-inch TV KDL-40RE353. The price is 27,000 rubles, which is largely justified by the big name of the brand. Specifications and capabilities are standard: Full HD resolution, multiple content viewing modes, sleep and timer functions, the ability to connect devices via HDMI and USB. Implemented modern technologies to improve the quality of the picture and sound. But such a popular function as Smart TV, with which you can go online, is not in it.

This model participates in best Sony TVs and in rating of the best 40-inch TVs.

Screen

Diagonal - 40 inches (101.6 cm), standard aspect ratio - 16: 9. Full HD resolution - 1920 × 1080 px. The refresh rate is 50 Hz. The model is equipped with Direct LED backlighting. The LEDs are evenly spaced behind the LCD, so there is no light on the screen. With the same characteristics, you can take the budget TX-40FSR500 from Panasonic. The only difference is LED backlighting - Panasonic's LEDs are located on the sides.

The Sony KDL-40RE353 features several technologies that improve picture quality. These include:

• Live Color - color improvement;
• dynamic backlight system algorithm - contrast improvement;
• Clear Resolution - improved clarity;
• Motionflow ™ XR 100 Hz - Improves the delivery of dynamic images.

Thanks to these technologies, the picture is distinguished by good elaboration of details, low noise level, high sharpness and contrast, naturalness, and realism. The user can adjust the picture parameters himself and choose the optimal viewing mode: bright, standard, custom, photo-bright, photo-standard, photo-custom, cinema, games, graphics, sports.

Appearance

Outwardly, the Sony KDL-40RE353 looks strict, but not entirely utilitarian: black plastic, relatively thin frames, a signal LED in the center. The bottom panel of the case smoothly goes into the stand, which is supplied in the kit. VESA wall mount is provided. Weight - 6.5 kg.

The TV is equipped with X-Protection PRO, which prevents dust from entering the cabinet. And the primary capacitor reliably protects against voltage surges in the network. The waterproof coating of the board prevents short circuits in high humidity.

Connectors

To connect additional devices, the following connectors are provided:

• HDMI - 2 pcs.;
• USB - 1 pc .;
• component input;
• AV input;
• headphone jack (3.5 mm).

The set of connectors is modest, which limits the functionality of the device. Especially when compared to a more expensive TV Samsung UE40NU7100U... It is equipped with such connectors: AV, component, 3 HDMI, 2 USB, Ethernet, Miracast.

Sound

The speaker system is implemented by two speakers, each with a power of 5 watts. The total sound power is 10 watts. But the ClearPhase technology is provided. It optimizes the frequency response of the speakers, ensuring natural, clear sound. However, low frequencies are still lacking due to the small size of the built-in speakers.

To get high-quality sound, you have to connect external speakers or buy another TV with a more powerful sound. For example, the same Samsung UE40NU7100U: it has a total sound power of 20 watts.

Functions

Sony KDL-40RE353 TV runs on Linux operating system. Its software does not include a Smart TV function that allows you to use the Internet.If you need to watch movies online or use various applications, it is better to buy an inexpensive Panasonic TX-40FSR500.

TV has a simple and intuitive interface. Control is possible through the remote control or by voice commands. A timer and sleep mode are available to the user. The TV receives a radio signal, provides clear and high-quality radio broadcasts.

Advantages and disadvantages

Benefits:

• good image quality;
• X-Protection PRO protective technology;
• flexible settings of the broadcast picture for a wide screen format;
• the ability to record on-air channels on a memory carrier;
• uniform illumination without glare.

Disadvantages:

• bad sound;
• minimum number of connectors;
• the video processor cannot handle high resolution (4K).

The Sony KDL-40RE353 TV will be appreciated by the fans of the concern who are ready to overpay for the brand name. The model has standard screen characteristics that are identical to the budget one. Panasonic TX-40FSR500... However, the picture quality is better, since the developers have used several technologies to improve clarity, brightness, contrast. The main sound is only 10 watts. But users living in Ukraine and Russia have the opportunity to listen to the radio. The lack of Smart TV is upsetting.