The elegant TV TELEFUNKEN TF-LED40S43T2S is actively gaining popularity. Manufacturers consider the main advantages of this model to be a high-quality image and Smart TV based on Android. The price of the device is about . To find out if this product is worth the declared amount, I compared it with competitors in this price segment - HARPER 40F660TS and TCL LED40D3000. The survey results will surprise you. And now more!
This model participates in the ranking of the best 40-inch TVs.
Screen
The TELEFUNKEN TF-LED40S43T2S with a diagonal of 40 inches (100 cm) is equipped with a standard FullHD extension of 1920 × 1080 px. The minimum viewing distance is 1.6m, the maximum is 3m. The aspect ratio is expressed in a standard length to width ratio of 16 to 9. The screen type is an advanced Direct LED technology. It provides a high level of contrast, brightness, high-quality colorful image. But such LED backlighting gives an increased matrix thickness and more power consumption. Screen refresh rate - 60 Hz, viewing angle - 178 °. The brightness is 280 cd / m², which gives it an advantage over its closest competitors - TV models HARPER 40F660TS and TCL LED40D3000.
Appearance
The body is made in classic black color. The wide screen has a small bezel, looks elegant? stylishly. There are no buttons on the panel. The thickness of the case together with the stand is 200 mm. The kit comes with a VESA wall mount 200 × 200 mm in size.
Connectors
Many different types of connectors enable the user to connect additional devices. The model has:
- 3 HDMI connectors;
- VGA (D-Sub);
- antenna input;
- PC audio (jack 3.5);
- component YPbPr;
- composite AV;
- 2 USB connectors;
- headphone output;
- coaxial audio S / PDIF output;
- Ethernet (RJ-45).
If we compare these parameters with competitors, then this model is on the same level with a cheaper TV brand. HARPER 40F660TS. But TELEFUNKEN TF-LED40S43T2S has an advantage over TCL LED40D3000which is more expensive and has only 2 HDMI connectors and 1 USB.
Sound
In the model, the sound is loud, clear, does not rattle when the volume is increased. Two stereo speakers with a total power of 12 watts are built into the TV. But in this category, he clearly loses to his competitors. For comparison: a cheaper model HARPER 40F660TS has a sound power of 20 W, which is an order of magnitude higher. If you pay $ 30, then there is a better technique in terms of sound quality - TCL LED40D3000. The TV is equipped with a digital multichannel sound system Dolby Digital, has a surround sound with a total power of 16 watts.
Functions
TELEFUNKEN TF-LED40S43T2S is equipped with additional useful features that will delight users. Smart TV based on Android 4.4.4 provides access to a huge number of applications, games, videos. The operating system works quickly, without crashing or braking. The teletext function will allow you to find out the weather, news, train schedules and a lot of useful information without leaving the screen. The Time Shift option will pause or rewind the broadcast to the desired moment. The “Video Recording” function will easily record TV programs to an external USB-drive.
As a comparison: the cheaper TV model has almost the same functionality. HARPER 40F660TS. It has built-in HDMI CEC technology, with which the remote control can simultaneously control multiple devices. But more expensive TCL LED40D3000 Does not support Smart TV. This means that you will no longer have to pay for “smart” TV.
Advantages and disadvantages
Pros:
- stylish design;
- small TV screen frame;
- convenient HOME button on the remote control to move to the home menu;
- wireless display mode;
- built-in Wi-Fi;
- simple settings available;
- good viewing angle;
- good work of Smart TV, operating system;
- built-in digital tuner;
- the ability to play the mkv format.
Minuses:
- small amount of RAM (1 GB);
- mediocre sound;
- the remote control is made of cheap plastic;
- the remote control is overloaded with buttons;
- insufficient number of USB ports.
Output
If you need a “smart” inexpensive TV, then TELEFUNKEN TF-LED40S43T2S is a good option. Compared to competitors HARPER 40F660TS and TCL LED40D3000 the model complies with its price, and its advantages are covered by small flaws.
The weak link is sound quality. When choosing a TV, take a look at the competitor HARPER 40F660TS with better sound power and the same functionality. But paying more for TCL LED40D3000 is not worth it: it is clearly inferior in capabilities to TELEFUNKEN TF-LED40S43T2S.
With the TELEFUNKEN TF-LED40S43T2S, you get a quality picture at a reasonable price. The functionality of the TV will surprise you at the same time with its simplicity, reliability and considerable capabilities.
