In 2018, the South Korean company Samsung introduced the Samsung UE40NU7100U TV. The model belongs to the budget category among the top brand line. Behind you get a screen with a diagonal of 40 inches (102 cm) and high resolution (4K UHD, HDR). You can watch content with improved clarity, accurate color reproduction and high detail. Another feature is the 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 is involved in ranking of the best TVs, in ranking of the best TVs 40 inches and in Top Smart TVs.
Screen
The Samsung UE40NU7100U TV with a screen diagonal of 40 inches 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 the clarity of content. Even in the darkest or brightest scenes, you can see every detail.
The TV has an Edge LED backlight, LEDs are placed on the sides of the screen. High contrast, relatively high brightness. UHD Dimming technology optimizes color, sharpness, deep black and clear white. PurColour technology is responsible for natural color reproduction.
Appearance
The TV is made in jet black. Includes stand. Additionally, you can purchase a wall mount. When attaching the TV to the wall, it is necessary to consider its weight - 8.6 kg.
Connectors
- 3 HDMI sockets (2.0). Through them, you can connect a laptop / PC, smartphone, tablet, game console to transmit digital audio and video signals to the TV.
- 2 USB sockets (USB 2.0). Used to connect interactive devices: keyboards, mice, joysticks, flash drives.
- One Optical Audio Out Optical Audio Out. You can transfer sound from the 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 20 watts, while the TV Sony KDL-40RE353 from one price segment - only 10 watts.
Dolby Digital Plus and Multiroom Link technologies are included. The first supports audio stream processing up to 640 kbps and provides high-quality surround sound. The second allows you to listen to sound from the TV on devices installed in different rooms.
Functions
Model Panasonic TX-40FSR500 behind - it's just a TV. And the Samsung UE40NU7100U, which stands on more expensive - an almost complete computer with the Tizen 4.0 operating system. Overpaying for the Smart TV function is definitely worth it, because it provides Internet access. You can play computer games on the TV using the Steam Link feature. Processing data and network images is very fast thanks to the powerful 4-core Quad Core processor.
Samsung UE40NU7100U supports the Smart Things App.Therefore, you can use a smartphone as a remote control. Sync via Wi-Fi.
The model has a mirror screen function. It displays the same image from the TV screen to other devices. For example, the programs that are on TV can be watched simultaneously on the phone while in another room.
Advantages and disadvantages
Pros:
- Support Smart-TV.
- Full HDR screen with full HDR support.
- One of the most convenient operating systems on the market is Tizen 4.0.
- Ability to control from a smartphone.
- Quick 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 can be controlled via a smartphone.
- Doesn't support bluetooth.
- The sound is not very impressive - not enough bass.
- Does not read popular video formats from flash drives (DIVX, AVI, etc.).
Verdict
Samsung UE40NU7100U - the most affordable 4K Smart TV. If the quality of the picture is fundamentally important, then this model is worthy of attention. 4K resolution allows you to see even the smallest details. And here Panasonic TX-40FSR500 and Sony KDL-40RE353 with Full HD give a less realistic image. Compared with the same models, the Samsung UE40NU7100U has a higher ICH (100 Hz vs 50 Hz). With such a high indicator, the picture becomes clear, playback acquires smoothness and consistency. Overpaying a few thousand is also worth the Smart TV function. It multiplies the capabilities of technology many times: you can view social networks, read news, watch movies and videos, find out the weather.
