Samsung TVs in 2015 will all have LCD screens with LED backlighting. 4K resolution will be available in most models. The flagship models will use the new Tizen operating system, which will update the functionality of Smart TV. Advanced models will be called SUHD.
In 2015, there are no longer devices with plasma screens in the Samsung TV lineup, and there are still no OLED screens.
This year, LED matrix backlighting has been developed. Now, instead of conventional LED backlighting, quantum dot LEDs or composite LEDs are used, which combine three colors in one. These types of lighting allow you to expand the color palette. TVs that combine ultra-high resolution 4K Ultra HD with an expanded color gamut are called SUHD. These will be flagship models with a set of advanced technologies.
"Peak Illuminator" - This term indicates that the TV is capable of displaying an increased level of brightness. "Ultimate" this option has support for HDR (high luminance range).
"Precision Black" is a local backlight dimming system for better black levels. But only the "Pro" version has a full array of LEDs for maximum local dimming.
To increase the color gamut (increase the color gamut), quantum dots are used; in Samsung models this backlight is called “Nano crystals”.
Samsung TV range
Samsung JS9500 (4K) is the flagship of 2015. Ultra HD screen resolution, full HDR support, expanded color gamut. There will be models with diagonals of 65, 78, 88 inches. Price 6000 – 27500 $.
- Curved
- 4K Ultra HD (S"UHD)
- Full HDR
- Peak Illuminator Ultimate (full local dimming)
- UHD Dimming
- Nano crystal (Quantum dots)
- Smart TV (Tizen)
- One Connect Evolution Kit
JS9500 Samsung JS9000 (4K) is the second model in the SUHD class, which means it has HDR support, albeit limited, an increased color gamut, although it already has Edge LED backlighting. There will be models with screens of 48, 55, 65 inches. Price 2200 – 4000 $.
- Curved
- 4K Ultra HD (S"UHD)
- Limited HDR support
- Peak Illuminator Pro
- UHD Dimming
- Nano crystal (Quantum dots)
- Smart TV (Tizen)
- One Connect Evolution Kit
- "Premium" Smart Control remote
Samsung JS8500 (4K) is the third model in the SUHD class. The characteristics are similar to the JS9000, but it has a less thin and elegant design. There will be models with screens of 48, 55, 65 inches. Price 1850 – 3500 $.
JS8500 Samsung JS8000 (4K) is the first SUHD flat screen model for Europe. It also uses quantum dots for illumination to expand the color gamut. There is limited HDR support. There will only be one model with a 55-inch screen. The characteristics are similar to the JS8500 version, only here the screen is flat.
Samsung JS7000 (4K) – This model was released recently and was added for the market of inexpensive premium SUHD models. There is still support for limited HDR, but there is no longer local dimming. There will be models with screens of 50, 55, 60 inches. Price 1100 – 1800 $. For now, the JS7000 model is only available on the American market.
- 4K Ultra HD (S"UHD)
- Limited HDR support
- UHD Dimming
- Nano crystal (Quantum dots)
- Smart TV (Tizen)
JS7000 Samsung JU7500 (4K) is no longer a SUHD model, but still high-end. The characteristics are equal to last year's flagship models. The screen is curved with UHD resolution, diagonals of 48, 55, 65, 78 inches will be available. Price 1450 – 6500 $.
- Curved
- 4K Ultra HD
- Peak Illuminator
- UHD Dimming
- Smart TV (Tizen)
- "Premium" Smart Control remote
JU7500 Samsung JU7000 (4K) is a flat screen model with ultra-high 4K resolution. Based on its characteristics and price, it can be one of the best-selling in 2015. Screen diagonals of 40, 48, 55, 65, 75, 85 inches will be available. Price 1240 – 12200 $.
- 4K Ultra HD
- Peak Illuminator
- UHD Dimming
- Smart TV (Tizen)
- Smart Control remote
JU7000 Samsung JU6800 (4K) – this model was added in the fall; it has quantum dot backlighting, like the SUHD models. But, as Samsung representatives stated, this model cannot belong to the SUHD class, because there is no Peak Illuminator function and the screen is not a 10-bit panel. There will be a model with a 55-inch screen and a price of $1,400.
- Curved
- 4K Ultra HD
- UHD Dimming
- Limited HDR
- Nano crystal (Quantum dots)
- Smart TV (Tizen)
Samsung JU6700 (4K) is another 6 series model with 4K resolution. Will only be available in the North American market.
Samsung JU6600 (4K) – model with 4K resolution, 6 series. There will be models with diagonals of 40, 48, 55 inches. Price 1070 – 2000 $.
- Curved
- 4K Ultra HD
- UHD Dimming
- Smart TV (Tizen)
- Smart Control remote
JU6600 Samsung JU6500 (4K) – differs from the JU6600 model in the type of local dimming. The JU6600 uses UHD Dimming, while the JU6500 uses Micro Dimming Pro, otherwise the specifications are similar. There will be screen diagonals of 40, 48, 55, 65 inches. Price 840 – 2600 $.
Samsung JU6400 (4K) – several more models of 4K 6 series flat screen TVs. The characteristics are similar to the previous model JU6500. There will be diagonals of 40, 48, 50, 55, 60, 65, 75 inches. Price 770 – 4300 $.
Samsung J6300 is a model with Full HD resolution. But still with the new Tizen operating system. There will be diagonals of 32, 40, 48, 55 inches. Price 540 – 1200 $.
- Curved
- Full HD
- Micro Dimming Pro
- Smart TV (Tizen)
The Samsung J6200 is similar in specifications to the J6300, but has a flat screen. There will be diagonals:
- 32" Samsung UE32J6200
- 40" Samsung UE40J6200 – $570
- 48" Samsung UE48J6200 – $780
- 50" Samsung UE50J6200
- 55" Samsung UE55J6200 – $1100
- 60" Samsung UE60J6200
J6200 Samsung J5500 is the first model of the 5 series. There will be diagonals of 32, 43, 48, 50, 55 inches. Price 400 – 1070 $.
- Full HD
- Micro Dimming Pro
- Smart TV (Tizen)
J5500 Samsung J5100 and J4100. Budget models without smart TV and without new technologies to improve images. Flat screen.
- 28" Samsung UE28J4100 – $260 HD Ready (1366x768)
- 32" Samsung UE32J4100 – $320 HD Ready (1366x768)
- 48" Samsung UE48J5100 – $650 Full HD
At the beginning of 2015, Samsung introduced an updated range of its televisions. Back in 2014, the production of plasma TV models was discontinued, and the production of OLED TV receivers is not planned for 2015. So all 2015 TV models are assembled on liquid crystal matrices backlit by light emitting diodes (LED) or quantum dots.
It is the introduction by all manufacturers of quantum dots as backlight for LCD matrices that is one of the main trends of 2015. The use of quantum dot backlight allows you to expand the color palette; in another way, the number of displayed colors increases. Samsung calls its TVs with the new backlight "SUHD". UHD stands for ultra-high resolution 4K, which began to be introduced en masse last year, but the letter “S” stands for, according to Samsung representatives, four characteristics at once: stylish, smart, exciting and luxurious (Stylish, Spectacular, Smart, Superb).
In 2015, under the SUHD logo, Samsung will produce television receivers based on a liquid crystal matrix backlit by quantum dots. These models will also have a SUHD Re-mastering Engine. The screens will have a curved shape. SUHD TVs will also work with the updated Smart TV platform based on the new Tizen system.
Samsung's use of the Tizen operating system is also an innovation for the 2015 model range. Tizen is an open operating system developed by Intel and Samsung. Thanks to the use of Tizen, the new Smart TV will now have a different, more intuitive interface and other functions will be updated and improved.
Samsung SUHD models will be available in the JS9500, JS9000 and JS8500 series. In 2015, models with curved screens and ultra-high 4K resolution can already be found in the 7 and 6 series, while last year such TVs were only in the 8 and 9 series. This year, the basis of the model range will be television receivers with screens with 4K resolution (Ultra HD). The familiar Full HD format will be available in series 4, 5 and 6.
Samsung TVs of the 2015 model year will appear on sale throughout the year, the younger series will hit the shelves closer to autumn. But the flagship models should go on sale in the spring.
The main Samsung technologies that are used in this year’s television devices:
As for 3D surround television, the active 3D system remains in 2015, which Samsung has been developing for several years now. There are no revolutionary solutions in 3D, the system is the same as in 2014. The ability to play content in 3D is available in most models, so this parameter is not indicated separately in the characteristics.
SUHD Samsung TVs 2015
JS9500 series. Flagship models UE65JS9500, UE78JS9500, UE88JS9500 with diagonals of 65, 78 and 88 inches. They have a full range of advanced technologies.
- Screen – Curved;
- Smart TV – Tizen;
- Full HDR;
- Peak Illuminator Ultimate;
- HEVC;
Approximate prices for the JS9500 series:
Samsung UE65JS9500 – $8000
Samsung UE78JS9500 – $15,000
Samsung UE88JS9500 – $30,000
Samsung UE88JS9500
JS9000 series. Models with screens 48, 55, 65 inches. It differs from the previous series in the lack of full HDR support.
- Resolution – 4K Ultra HD (SUHD) 3840x2160;
- Screen – Curved;
- Backlight - Nano crystal (Quantum dots);
- Smart TV – Tizen;
- Peak Illuminator Ultimate;
- HEVC;
Approximate prices for the JS9000 series:
Samsung UE48JS9000 – $2600
Samsung UE55JS9000 – $2950
Samsung UE65JS9000 – $5000
Samsung UE55JS9000
JS8500 series. It differs from the previous 9000 series only in design, the technology remains the same.
- Resolution – 4K Ultra HD (SUHD) 3840x2160;
- Screen – Curved;
- Backlight - Nano crystal (Quantum dots);
- Smart TV – Tizen;
- Peak Illuminator Ultimate;
- HEVC;
Approximate prices for the JS8500 series:
Samsung UE48JS8500 – $2500
Samsung UE55JS8500 – $2900
Samsung UE65JS8500 – $4500
Samsung UE55JS8500
4K Ultra HD LED TVs Samsung
JU7500 series. This segment includes models with 4K Ultra HD resolution screens, but the matrix backlighting is from LEDs. The seventh series is the main one in this segment, it has all the characteristics that the flagships of the model range had last year.
- Screen – Curved;
- Peak Illuminator;
- UHD Dimming;
- Smart TV – Tizen;
- HEVC;
Approximate prices for the JU7500 series:
Samsung UE48JU7500 – $1800
Samsung UE55JU7500 – $2000
Samsung UE65JU7500 – $3400
Samsung UE78JU7500 – $8000
Samsung UE65JU7500
JU7000 series. Models in this series come with 4K resolution, but with a flat screen. There are many technologies that improve picture quality. There are many models in the series with different diagonals. For fans of ultra-high resolution, this series is considered to be the most suitable in terms of price-quality ratio.
- Resolution – 4K Ultra HD 3840x2160;
- The screen is flat;
- Peak Illuminator;
- UHD Dimming;
- Smart TV – Tizen;
- HEVC;
Approximate prices for the JU7000 series:
Samsung UE40JU7000 – $1400
Samsung UE48JU7000 – $1600
Samsung UE55JU7000 – $2000
Samsung UE65JU7000 – $3200
Samsung UE75JU7000 – $6000
Samsung UE85JU7000 – $10,000
JU6700, JU6600 series. The series includes inexpensive Ultra HD models. The two series differ in design, but the technological capabilities are the same.
- Resolution – 4K Ultra HD (SUHD) 3840x2160;
- Screen – Curved;
- HD Dimming;
- Smart TV – Tizen;
- HEVC;
JU6500 series. Affordable Ultra HD TVs 2015 with curved screen. It differs from the previous series with a local dimming system.
- Resolution – 4K Ultra HD 3840x2160;
- Screen – Curved;
- Micro Dimming Pro;
- Smart TV – Tizen;
- HEVC;
Approximate prices for the JU6500 series:
Samsung UE40JU6500 – $1200
Samsung UE48JU6500 – $1300
Samsung UE55JU6500 – $2500
Samsung UE65JU6500 – $2800
Samsung UE55JU6500
JU6400 series. 6 Series models with 4K resolution and flat screen.
- Resolution – 4K Ultra HD 3840x2160;
- The screen is flat;
- Micro Dimming Pro;
- Smart TV – Tizen;
- HEVC;
Approximate prices for the JU6400 series:
Samsung UE48JU6400 – $1300
Samsung UE50JU6400 – $1400
Samsung UE55JU6400 – $2000
Samsung UE65JU6400 – $2600
Full HD LED TVs Samsung 2015
J6300 series. This series is the highest for models with Full HD (1920x1080) resolution. But these models also offer a new Tizen-based Smart TV platform.
- Screen – Curved;
- Micro Dimming Pro;
- Smart TV – Tizen;
- HEVC;
Approximate prices for the J6300 series:
Samsung UE40J6300 – $800
Samsung UE48J6300 – $950
Samsung UE55J6300 – $1200
J6200 series. The series is similar in parameters to the previous one, but here it uses a flat screen.
- Resolution – Full HD 1920x1080;
- The screen is flat;
- Micro Dimming Pro;
- Smart TV – Tizen.
J5500 series. The series has five models with different diagonals; models in this series have the Tizen system and Micro Dimming Pro local dimming correction.
- Resolution – Full HD 1920x1080;
- The screen is flat;
- Micro Dimming Pro;
- Smart TV – Tizen.
Approximate prices for the J5500 series:
Samsung UE32J5500 – $450
Samsung UE43J5500 – $740
Samsung UE48J5500 – $820
Samsung UE50J5500 – $950
Samsung UE55J5500 – $1100
Samsung UE50J5500
J5100 and J4100 series. Budget models of the 4 and 5 series with a minimum set of functions and technologies. The resolution of different models can be either Full HD (1920x1080 pixels) or HD (1366x768 pixels).
- Resolution – Full HD 1920x1080, HD;
- The screen is flat;
Approximate prices for budget series:
Samsung UE32J4100 – $360
Samsung UE40J5100 – $560
Samsung UE32J4100
In the coming year, Samsung remains the undisputed leader among the leading electronics manufacturing companies, which continues to work and experiment on new TV models and thus never ceases to delight its users. New product developments, at the same time, continue to keep the company in a leading position among television equipment.
On the website that represents the Comfy electronics store, you can find the latest TV models from Samsung, equipped with cutting-edge technologies and useful functions. The list of products offered includes a large number of electronic equipment at affordable prices. You can find out about the availability of the equipment you need, as well as the characteristics of devices and equipment by calling. The website has a bonus program and various promotions that allow you to buy goods at the lowest prices and with a discount.
New line of SUHD TVs
Samsung recently unveiled its line of SUHD TVs at CES 2015 with a number of important features. Innovations include SUHD image remastering processor, thanks to which the quality of the presented picture is significantly improved. Another unique development is also a curved TV screen, which creates an unusual presence effect. The Smart TV platform is enhanced with smart features and runs on the Tizen operating system, providing unlimited access to relevant content across a wide range of devices, increasing entertainment options.
The screen of the new Samsung SUHD TV is equipped nanocrystalline semiconductors, the transmission of color is carried out depending on the size of the point. This technology increases color accuracy by almost 64 times when comparing new products with conventional TVs. Notable is the automatic image brightness analysis function. Thus, the image remastering processor reduces unnecessary power consumption while simultaneously providing a high level of contrast. When compared with conventional TVs, the image brightness of new TVs from Samsung is noticeably increased by 2.5 times. Thanks to the innovation, black shades are even more saturated and have more points for color adjustment.
The content has been successfully optimized to SUHD quality standards. Optimization was carried out with the help of the famous Hollywood studio - 20th CenturyFox. In addition, when creating SUHD TV, Samsung used environmentally friendly technologies that ensure a high level of energy efficiency and reliability. Smart TVs from Samsung, the production of which will be launched in 2015, will be produced on based on an OS called Tizen— a platform that allows the creation of compatible TV applications.
What features does the new range of TVs from Samsung 2015 have?
- The developers have made the interface easier to use Samsung Smart Hub. The menu is displayed on one screen with convenient navigation, allowing you to immediately go to your favorite content. You can also see various recommendations in the menu, allowing you to search for relevant content.
- Connection to mobile gadgets occurs through Quick Connect, as well as the well-known function Bluetooth Low Energy. Thus, the Samsung Smart TV allows the user to transfer any file to the TV with one click, or vice versa - from the TV to a mobile device. Noteworthy is the function of watching television programs via a mobile device.
- Watching UHD movies and various programs can be provided by the best content providers. In addition, it is possible to use the new service from Samsung to download UHD movies through a familiar UHD Video Pack. Content security is ensured by standards developed by the Secure Content Storage Association.
- Thanks to Samsung Sports Live the user will have the opportunity to watch their favorite game live while simultaneously conveniently viewing statistics of teams and players.
- Samsung Milk Video is a service that will provide access to the best video clips directly from the web pages of Samsung partners, which number more than 50 content providers. To quickly and usefully search for content, the interface is equipped with individual recommendations.
- Many people will also like the alarm clock Briefing on TV, which also allows synchronization of the TV with mobile devices. The TV screen can be configured to display important information, the type of which is selected by the user.
- The line of TVs released in 2015 by Samsung SUHD TV will be presented on the market in three series: JS8500, JS9000 and JS9500. The number of diagonals will be nine in 48 - 88 inches.
Samsung will release more UltraHD TVs this year than ever before, and the company also unveiled high-end S’UHD models to argue that TVs go beyond the scope of a fair solution. Most of the new TVs are curved and Samsung has updated its Smart TV platform which now runs on Tizen. Below is full review of Samsung TVs 2015.
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Plasma is gone, and Samsung's plans for OLED TVs are still high. Samsung ranks first in the UltraHD standard that goes beyond high definition. Samsung calls it S'UHD, and promises amazing pictures. S'UHD quality combines 4K and UltraHD resolution with a wider color gamut in close proximity to DCI-P3, which is used in cinemas. This means that TVs are capable of reproducing some of these colors that the HD (Rec.709) gamma standard cannot. The human eye can see many more colors than traditional TVs, so this is an important step forward. Samsung's flagship JS9500 adds another component to the mix, HDR (High Dynamic Range) for brighter whites and deeper blacks.
The future of televisions is literally flying forward. However, it's important to understand that you can only benefit from wider color gamut (WCG) and HDR if the film industry starts producing films that meet these standards. Samsung tells us that the company is working with Hollywood to make this possible, and Netflix promises HDR this year, but there are currently no films available on the consumer market. We recently had the opportunity to see Life of Pi HDR and WCG clips and it looked amazing.
Samsung will release a range of affordable TVs, which they simply call UltraHD TVs. This year, UltraHD will start with the 6 Series, which will offer different design options. There are also new 7 and 8 series UltraHD TVs. Most are curved, but there are flat ones if that's what you want. UltraHD TVs will be available in sizes from 40 to 88 inches, but there will be no larger Full HD TV sizes this year. Full HD is available on 4, 5 and 6 series TVs, but none of them will be UltraHD systems. Another big change for Samsung in 2015 is Tizen. You may have heard of Tizen if you use a Samsung smartphone, but Tizen is also intended for other products. In fact, Tizen is Samsung's idea of a cross-device operating system that will be used to power everything from kitchen appliances to mobile devices. And now Tizen is coming to TVs.
ALL NEW ULTRA-THIN TVS FROM SAMSUNG HD WILL WORK ON TIZEN
Tizen will offer apps including Netflix, YouTube, HBO Go, Vudu, BBC iPlayer, Plex, and Amazon Instant, but apps will need to be updated for the new platform so some apps from older TVs may be missing at launch. Samsung has even added support for VP9 decoding, meaning you can experience YouTube in 4K for the first time on a TV screen. There is already a lot of 4K content available for streaming on YouTube. Many of Samsung's TVs will offer multiroom support, something Samsung revealed last year. Essentially, this allows you to connect your speakers wirelessly to your TV. While speakers obviously still need cords, wireless audio makes it easier to set up a surround sound system in your living room without hassle. Look at Samsung "WAM" speakers, if you want to know more.
Some of Samsung's European TVs will provide single-channel tuner capabilities to record one program while watching another. You just need to buy and connect a USB hard drive to one of the USB ports on the back of your TV. You can also pause a live stream and schedule future recordings even when the TV is turned off. As always, there are a lot of buzzwords in the spec list, including inflated Hz numbers. "Peak Illuminator" is Samsung's way of saying that the TV can reproduce higher brightness levels, but only the "Ultimate" variant has full HDR (High Dynamic Range) support. "Precision Black" is a local dimming system for deeper blacks, but only the "Pro" option is full-array local dimming. Samsung uses quantum dots to increase the color gamut in its S'UHD TVs, but the company prefers to call it "Nano crystals." Like all other TV makers, Samsung has more or less forgotten about 3D. In fact, Samsung doesn't even talk about 3D and no longer highlights 3D in the specs list. To be clear, 3D is still included in some TVs, but the industry isn't really focusing on it anymore. It's probably worth noting that a 4K 3D standard doesn't exist yet, and not even the upcoming UltraHD Blu-Ray standard will support 3D.
Samsung's 2015 TVs will begin shipping in the US and Europe in the next couple of weeks. This review will be updated as we receive more information.
SAMSUNG JS9500 (4K)
The JS9500 is Samsung's flagship TV for 2015 and has S'UHD resolution, full support for HDR (High Dynamic Range) and an expanded color gamut. This is phase 2 ultra HD standard.
- Curved
- 4K Ultra HD (S’UHD)
- Full HDR support
- Peak Illuminator Ultimate (full local dimming)
- UHD dimming
- Smart TV (Tizen)
- One Connect Evolution Kit
- Premium Smart Control
SAMSUNG JS9000 (4K)
The JS9000 has S'UHD resolution, meaning it will also be able to reproduce a wider color gamut. And there is full HDR support, and offers all new features, including a new platform Tizen.
- Curved
- 4K Ultra HD (S’UHD)
- Peak Enlightener Pro
- UHD dimming
- Nano crystal (Quantum dots)
- Smart TV (Tizen)
- Two-channel tuner (Europe only)
- One Connect Evolution Kit
- Premium Smart Control
SAMSUNG JS8500 (4K)
The JS8500 is the latest member of the S'UHD family and it is also capable of reproducing more colors. It's more or less the same as the JS9000 TV, but not as thin and sleek.
- Flat (US) / Curved (Europe)
- 4K Ultra HD (S’UHD)
- Peak Enlightener Pro
- UHD dimming
- Nano crystal (Quantum dots)
- Smart TV (Tizen)
- Two-channel tuner (Europe only)
- Premium Smart Control
SAMSUNG JU7500 (4K)
JU7500 no longer has S'UHD but still very capable UltraHD TV with many of the picture quality features that last year's high-end TVs had.
- Curved
- 4K Ultra HD
- Peak of the Illuminator
- UHD dimming
- Smart TV (Tizen)
- Two-channel tuner (Europe only)
- Mini One Connect Evolution Kit
- Premium Smart Control
SAMSUNG JU7000/JU7100 (4K)
The JU7100 (in the US) and JU7000 (in Europe) are flat-panel UltraHD TVs, and it could have big sales for 2015, this model will be available in a range of sizes from 40 to 85 inches and Smart TV (Tizen).
- Flat
- 4K Ultra HD
- Peak of the Illuminator
- UHD dimming
- Smart TV (Tizen)
- Two-channel tuner (Europe only)
- Mini One Connect Evolution Kit
- Smart Control
SAMSUNG JU6700 (4K)
JU6700 is the top model from the 6 series. Last year, only one TV in the 6 series offered UltraHD, but this year Samsung has made more Ultra HD TVs available.
- Curved
- 4K Ultra HD
- UHD dimming
- Smart TV (Tizen)
- Smart Control
SAMSUNG JU6600 (4K)
Another UltraHD TV 6 series. In essence, this is a design option - like most 6 series TVs.
- Curved
- 4K Ultra HD
- UHD dimming
- Smart TV (Tizen)
- Smart Control
SAMSUNG JU6500 (4K)
The JU600 will be available in several different designs, such as the white JU6510 and black JU6570.
- Flat (US) / Curved (Europe)
- 4K Ultra HD
- Micro Dimming Pro
- Smart TV (Tizen)
- Smart Control
SAMSUNG JU6400 (4K)
Another Ultra HD TV 6 series. Several variants will exist in the JU64xx series but they all have a flat panel and LCD display.
- Flat
- 4K Ultra HD
- Micro Dimming Pro
- Smart TV (Tizen)
SAMSUNG J6300
From the J6300 model we are moving to Full HD and all Full HD models will have the new Smart TV platform (Tizen).
- Curved
- Full HD
- Micro Dimming Pro
- Smart TV (Tizen)
SAMSUNG J6200
The J6200 is a flat version of the J6300.
- Flat
- Full HD
- Micro Dimming Pro
- Smart TV (Tizen)
SAMSUNG J5500
The first Full HD TV in the 5 series list is called J5500. The white variant will be sold in some regions, called J5510.
- Flat
- Full HD
- Micro Dimming Pro
- Smart TV (Tizen)
SAMSUNG J5100 AND J4100
Finally, we have the J5100 and J4100 budget models. These are ordinary TVs without Smart TV and without modern image systems.
- Flat
- Full HD
S'UHD Ultra HD Full HD 
- Display: 48’’, 1920x1080, flat
- Matrix: LCD (*VA)
- 3D: no
- SmartTV: Tizen OS
- Sound: 2x 10 W
- Price: 45,000 rub.
A model with the non-trivial name UE48J6330AU found itself in this top TV set as an inexpensive but functional solution with Full HD support. 48 inches is a balanced size for the average living room or bedroom. I admit, it was not easy to make the final choice in this category, since absolutely all manufacturers released a huge number of devices with similar characteristics in 2015. Still, with all the imposition of Ultra HD and devices with curved screens, the most popular is still the “flat” 1080p format. The final price of the product also plays an important role.
The Korean manufacturer also did their best. The number of lines updated in 2015 is simply off the charts. Specifically, the UE48J6330AU model belongs to the sixth series. I chose a 48'' TV. But there is a 40-inch version on sale. The J6300 and J6200 series have similar properties and characteristics. So, the difference between them is the presence of a special control panel with a touch button. With its help it is more convenient to manage Tizen OS. The J6200 comes with the usual “lazy one”. In general, there is plenty to choose from.
Samsung UE48J6330AU
It makes no sense to demand much from the UE48J6330AU. Still, the TV is equipped with a lot of interesting features. The main thing in the “box” is, of course, the image quality. This model uses a VA matrix with a scanning frequency of 120 Hz. Therefore, the UE48J6330AU is fine with contrast. Additionally, Micro Dimming Pro technology is used, which at the software level divides the screen area into many parts and shades them if necessary. The model is qualitatively calibrated at the factory. The “Cinema” mode is especially pleasing. In any case, the TV is replete with a variety of options for changing the image quality. For example, it is possible to adjust the white balance by 10 points.
Perhaps this point will be critical for some when choosing a TV, but the UE48J6330AU does not support 3D. For me personally, the lack of this technology is not a tragedy. All the hype about 3D died down a long time ago. Company marketers have other targets.
As for functionality, in the 2015 models the Tizen operating system is responsible for it. Samsung's main motive for switching to this OS is to optimize the process of writing additional software, as well as improve multitasking. At the time of the announcement, the firmware already had a very large number of applications for every taste and color. You can read more about Tizen OS.
Sony BRAVIA KDL-55W807C
Characteristics:
- Display: 65’’, 1920x1080, flat
- Matrix: LCD (*VA)
- 3D: yes
- SmartTV: Android TV
- Sound: 2x 10 W
- Price: 80,000 rub.
BRAVIA KDL-55W807C acts as an advanced Full HD TV. The W807C line includes four models with diagonals of 43 inches, 50 inches, 55 inches and 65 inches, respectively. I didn't choose the largest model. However, its cost exceeds some budget 4K solutions with smaller diagonals. And yet, having gotten to know the BRAVIA KDL-55W807C better, you understand what you are paying that kind of money for.
The first is excellent image quality. Sony remains true to itself and continues to use VA matrices. Therefore, the BRAVIA KDL-55W807C has a contrast ratio of 3300:1. Indeed, on both TVs the image on the screen looks very deep and realistic. The quality of the transmitted image is also okay. The average gray scale Delta-E deviation was only 2.45 (less than three is an excellent rating). The ColorChecker test using 24 patterns recorded an error of 2.7 with a maximum deviation of 5.06. Just a great result for the out-of-the-box mode! However, it can always be improved. The TV in question is equipped with a large number of picture settings. The most important thing, in my opinion, is support for 10-point white balance calibration.
Sony BRAVIA KDL-55W807C
Since 2015, Sony has relied on Android TV in its solutions. The previous operating system - Sony Entertainment Network (SEN) - was seriously criticized, but cooperation with Google made it possible in 2015 to compete on an equal footing with the same Tizen OS and WebOS. In particular, there are no complaints at all about the functionality of Android TV. Although modified, this firmware significantly increases the multimedia capabilities of the TV, because it adds the ability to install applications from the Play Market, including games, as well as connect various peripherals: from a keyboard to a gamepad. Plus, Sony TVs allow you to install programs from an external drive. You just need to upload the APK file to the USB flash drive and load it in the pre-installed ES Explorer program.
LG 55EG910V
Characteristics:
- Display: 55’’, 1920x1080, curved
- Matrix: OLED
- 3D: yes
- SmartTV: WebOS
- Sound: 2x 10 W
- Price: 135,000 rub.
The BRAVIA KDL-55W807C will easily compete for the title of the best Full HD TV with the 55EG910V model. But we decided to give it another award - as the most affordable OLED device. In principle, only models from LG and one single TV from Panasonic can participate in this nomination. In fact, the only competitor to the LG 55EG910V is... 55EC930V, but last year's model is equipped with the first, slower version of WebOS. Other producers prefer to watch on the sidelines. There is nothing to be done, it is the Korean giant that is betting on OLED. And her TVs are getting better and better year after year, but most importantly, they are getting cheaper and cheaper.
The 55EG910V has a smooth curved screen. Therefore, at a right angle with a diagonal of 55 inches, it is almost not felt. This may not suit those users who want more immersion. The solution here is simple: take a large diagonal with Ultra HD resolution. A smooth arc avoids geometric distortions that are unpleasant to the eye. So the curvature of the 55EG910V specifically should be considered solely as a design move.
OLED is always an excellent contrast, tending to infinity. That is why no LCD matrix can compare with it in terms of realism and depth of the picture. Everything is fine with the 55EG910V and image quality. Yes, OLED settings are generally more difficult to configure than LCD panels. In addition to trivial functions, for example, 20-point white balance calibration is available. You can also select the color gamut option in the settings: “Original” or “Standard”. In the first case, it slightly exceeds the Rec. 709.
WebOS has long established itself as a very functional operating system on LG TVs. The number of programs is off the charts. Here the firmware is certainly not inferior to Tizen OS from Samsung. It was WebOS that became the first operating system with multitasking. This means that several applications can be running simultaneously, and you can always switch between them if necessary. The main feature of the second version of WebOS is optimization. Compared to the first revision, the firmware began to work noticeably faster. All applications open in literally seconds. Media files stored on external drives are instantly processed. Simultaneous launch of several tasks (from three to five) does not lead to unpleasant interface slowdowns.
Panasonic VIERA TX-50CXR800
Characteristics:
- Display: 50’’, 3840x2160, flat
- Matrix: LCD (*VA)
- 3D: yes
- SmartTV: Firefox OS
- Sound: 2x 10 W
- Price: 75,000 rub.
Panasonic VIERA TX-50CXR800 in our rating acts as the best budget TV with 4K resolution. And yet, the Japanese manufacturer resorted to a little marketing trick. The fact is that in Russia, under the more prestigious index XR800, they sell the European version of the CX700. As a result, VIERA TX-50CXR800 at 50 inches has a low cost for Ultra HD TVs. Yes, you can find cheaper devices on sale, but they will not be able to compete in terms of image quality with the Japanese model.
The VIERA TX-50CXR800 is based on a VA matrix. Therefore, the TV has a high contrast ratio of 4000:1. Excellent result for LCD. The Panas' image quality is also okay. The average error on 24 ColorChecker templates fits into two units. The Delta-E deviation on the gray scale also does not exceed two. At the same time, the VIERA TX-50CXR800 provides 10-point white balance and gamma calibration. After detailed adjustments, it is possible to obtain almost ideal indicators from the TV matrix both in the gray scale and in the main shades.
Panasonic VIERA TX-50CXR800
The Panasonic TV product line switched to the new Firefox OS operating system in 2015. At the moment, it cannot compete with Tizen, WebOS and Android TV in terms of functionality, but the Japanese have ensured full compatibility with applications from the previous firmware. In principle, the basic set of programs is quite sufficient for everyday use. What appeals most about Firefox OS is the ease of use and logical placement of all controls.