The Chinese-made STARWIND SW-LED40F305BS2 TV, which appeared on the market in 2018, is one of the most affordable models with a 40-inch screen and Full HD resolution. The price is only 12,600 rubles. Despite belonging to the budget segment, the TV pleases with a stylish design, juicy picture, a wide selection of settings. This is a good TV for those who do not need Smart TV and other operating system capabilities. Read more about the advantages and disadvantages of STARWIND SW-LED40F305BS2 in this review.
This model participates in rating of the best 40-inch TVs.
Screen
STARWIND SW-LED40F305BS2 TV has a screen with a diagonal of 40 inches (102 cm), a classic aspect ratio of 16: 9. The picture quality is standard - Full HD. The pixel density per inch is quite high, so from a distance of more than a meter, the image is clear, without "squares". The screen refresh rate is 60 Hz. The viewing angles are average - 176 degrees. Horizontally they reach 45 degrees, but vertically the picture fades faster. The model has LED-backlighting. The LEDs are located on the sides of the LCD matrix, so you can sometimes see flashes.
The TV has a wide range of content quality settings. The user can choose one of the existing presets or set the brightness, contrast, clarity, backlight on his own. Peak brightness reaches 230 cd / m22, contrast - 5000: 1. With these values, the content is pleasing to the eye.
After analyzing the screen characteristics of a more expensive TV TCL LED40D3000, we note that STARWIND SW-LED40F305BS2 is not inferior to it in almost anything. Therefore, if the picture is a priority indicator when choosing a new TV, then you can not pay more.
Appearance
STARWIND SW-LED40F305BS2 does not shine with originality of design, but it looks no worse than other TVs. The matrix is framed in thin black frames with a glossy finish, the brand logo is placed below. Gloss easily collects fingerprints, attracts dust - you need to wipe the surface regularly.
The set includes a stand in the form of two legs. It provides stability of the TV and fixes it securely. VESA wall mount is provided. Mounting standard - 200 × 200 mm. Weight - 6.85 kg.
Good build quality should be noted. However, the screen is sensitive to pressing: if you poke your finger into it, then streaks spread across it.
Connectors
STARWIND SW-LED40F305BS2 is equipped with a large number of connectors:
- AV;
- VGA;
- HDMI (3 pcs.);
- USB;
- coaxial output;
- headphone jack;
- CI +.
Supports CI +. It is a connection interface for modern modules that allows access to encrypted channels. The user can record or save content, provides viewing support with the possible disabling of commercials. The difference between CI + and CI is in additional protection of content from copying.
Sound
The sound system in STARWIND SW-LED40F305BS2 - two built-in speakers, the power of each is 6 W. The total sound power is 12 W. A modern multichannel surround sound format - Dolby Digital - has been implemented. Low frequencies are lacking, however. To improve the sound quality, it is recommended to connect external speakers or purchase a TV with more powerful sound. For example, in Polarline 40PL11TC-SM from the same price segment, the sound is 16 watts.
Functions
STARWIND SW-LED40F305BS2 is modest in functionality. For the user, it has only 4 functions:
- recording video to external storage media;
- the TimeShift function, which allows you to view on-air programs with the “Pause” and “Rewind” buttons;
- a sleep timer that automatically turns off the TV at a user-specified time;
- child protection that locks the buttons.
There is no Smart TV function that provides internet access. If it is important, then it is better to take Polarline 40PL11TC-SM.
Advantages and disadvantages
Benefits:
- high-quality and juicy image;
- wide image settings;
- built-in digital tuner;
- a large number of connectors.
Disadvantages:
- bad sound;
- wall mount with just two top bolts;
- trails in dynamic scenes.
If you want to buy a 40-inch HD TV, then STARWIND SW-LED40F305BS2 is optimal. Given the modest price tag, it will live up to expectations and even more. The image pleases with clarity, richness of colors, good viewing angle. The picture is practically no different from the one that gives TCL LED40D3000, which is 3400 rubles more expensive. The downside is the lack of Smart-TV function. If you need a "smart" TV, then pay attention to Polarline 40PL11TC-SM from the same price segment.
