Samsung Q8F QN43Q8FAAFXZA 42.5"
Vizio V-Series V4K55M 50"
What Buyers Say
Samsung Q8F QN43Q8FAAFXZA 42.5"
The Samsung 43" Q8F QLED TV generally receives praise for its sharp, colorful picture quality and easy setup, with many users noting it's a great value for the price. However, recurring complaints include a poorly designed remote (too small, flimsy, lacking numeric keys), limited viewing angles, and some smart TV interface quirks. A few users reported more serious issues like a vertical shadow appearing after six months, and some were disappointed by the lack of certain apps or the auto-playing content. Overall, sentiment is positive but tempered by these usability and reliability concerns.
Pros
- Sharp and colorful picture
- Easy setup
- Great value for price
- Good for gaming
- Sleek design
Cons
- Poor remote design
- Limited viewing angles
- Smart TV interface quirks
- Auto-playing content
- Lack of certain apps
Vizio V-Series V4K55M 50"
The Vizio TV generally receives high praise for its picture quality, ease of setup, and value for the price. However, a few users reported issues like a black screen after two months, poor viewing angles, and a non-functional Bluetooth feature. The remote control design also drew some criticism for lacking traditional number and favorite channel buttons.
Pros
- Excellent picture quality
- Easy setup process
- Great value for the price
- Good size and build
- Fast delivery
Cons
- Black screen failure after 2 months
- Poor viewing angles
- Non-functional Bluetooth
- Unfamiliar remote design
- Missing cords and instructions for refurbished unit
Scores
Specifications
| Samsung Q8F QN43Q8FAAFXZA 42.5" | Vizio V-Series V4K55M 50" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 43" | 55" |
| Resolution | 4K | 4K |
| Panel Type | QLED★ | LED |
| Backlight | QLED | LED |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✗ | ✗ |
| Picture Quality | ||
| Contrast Ratio | — | 5000:1 |
| Color Gamut | 100% Color Volume with Quantum Dot | — |
| Motion Tech | Motion Xcelerator | — |
| Processor | Q4 AI Processor | — |
| HDR | ||
| HDR Formats | Quantum HDR+ | Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR10, HLG |
| Dolby Vision | ✗ | ✓★ |
| HDR10+ | ✗ | ✓★ |
| HLG | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Gaming | ||
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz |
| VRR | VRR | VRR |
| ALLM | ✓ | ✓ |
| Game Mode | ✓ | ✓ |
| Smart TV | ||
| Platform | Tizen | Google TV |
| Voice Assistant | Amazon Alexa, Bixby | Alexa |
| Screen Mirroring | SmartThings | Apple AirPlay 2, Chromecast |
| Works With | Google Home, SmartThings | Alexa |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Config | 2 | — |
| Wattage | 20W★ | — |
| Dolby Atmos | ✓ | ✓ |
| Surround Sound | Simulated Surround | DTS Virtual:X |
| eARC | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 3 | 3 |
| HDMI Version | 2.1 | 2.1 |
| USB Ports | 2★ | 1 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6★ |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth | 5.2★ |
| Ethernet | ✓★ | — |
| Optical Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| VESA Mount | 200x200 | 840x216 |
| Power & Size | ||
| Energy Star | ✓★ | — |
| Annual Energy | 182 kWh★ | — |
| Weight | 17.40 kg | 1.16 kg★ |
Pros & Cons
Samsung Q8F QN43Q8FAAFXZA 42.5"
- Strong smart (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong social proof (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong connectivity (75th percentile)
- Strong audio (74th percentile)
- Below average hdr (34th percentile)
Vizio V-Series V4K55M 50"
- Strong hdr (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong smart (72nd percentile)
- Strong display (68th percentile)
- Strong connectivity (68th percentile)
Verdict
Scores 67 overall, wins 4 of 9 usage categories and 7 of 38 specs.