Westinghouse 43"

The bundled 3.1.2-channel soundbar with Dolby Atmos provides audio depth that far exceeds typical built-in TV speakers, complementing the 43-inch 4K LED panel's HDR contrast. Roku TV integration offers a streamlined interface with broad smart home compatibility across Siri, Alexa, and Google Assistant, plus AirPlay 2 casting. This package is best for apartment dwellers or bedroom viewers who want a simple, all-in-one streaming setup with a significant audio upgrade out of the box.

Screen 43"
Resolution 3840x2160
Panel LED
HDR HDR
smart platform Roku TV
dolby atmos Yes
Westinghouse 43" tv
38 Overall Score

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Snapshot

The 30-Second Version

A killer bundle for a secondary room, but the HDR is weak and gamers should run far away. The included Atmos soundbar is the real star here.

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Roku TV is the best smart platform, full stop 97th
  • The included 3.1.2 Atmos soundbar is a legit value add 82nd
  • 4K resolution at this price is hard to beat 79th
  • Works with Alexa, Google, Siri, and AirPlay

Cons

  • HDR performance is weak, don't buy this for movie nights
  • Gaming is a non-starter, 19th percentile is rough
  • Connectivity options are nearly the worst we've seen
  • Westinghouse's brand reputation for longevity is spotty

The proof

Performance

The display itself is solidly middle of the pack. Our database puts it at the 63rd percentile for displays, which means it's fine for streaming sitcoms and YouTube, but don't expect it to wow you with deep blacks or eye-searing highlights. HDR is where things get rough. It lands in the 37th percentile, so HDR content will look a bit flat and washed out compared to even a budget TCL or Hisense. The real surprise is the audio. That 3.1.2 soundbar with Dolby Atmos punches way above its weight for a bundle at this price. Dialogue is clear, and the up-firing drivers give a little sense of height that you simply don't get from built-in TV speakers.

Performance Percentiles

HDR 33.3
Audio 96.7
Smart 81.8
Gaming 17.1
Display 60.4
Connectivity 5.6
Social Proof 42
Affordability 79.3
Picture Quality 36.1

Specifications

Full Specifications

Display

Size 43"
Resolution 4K
Panel Type LED
Curved No

HDR

HDR Formats HDR
Dolby Vision No
HDR10+ No
HLG No

Smart TV

Platform Roku TV
Voice Assistant Google Assistant, Alexa, Siri
Screen Mirroring AirPlay 2
Works With Alexa, Google Home, Apple HomeKit

Audio

Speaker Config 3.1.2
Wattage 120
Dolby Atmos Yes
Surround Sound Dolby Digital Plus

vs Competition

If you're comparing this to a TCL QM6K or Hisense U8, stop. Those are in a completely different league for picture quality, but they also cost two to three times as much once you add a soundbar. The real competition here is a basic TCL 4-Series or Amazon Fire TV Omni. Against those, the Westinghouse bundle wins on audio and smart platform, but loses on HDR punch and gaming features. The LG C5 OLED is a $1,500 TV. This is a $350 bundle. They are not playing the same game.

Spec Westinghouse 43" Samsung QN990F Sony BRAVIA 9 K85XR90 Hisense U7 Series 65U75QG TCL QM8K Series 75QM8K LG OLED evo OLED55C6PUA
Screen Size 43 75 85 65 75 55
Resolution 3840x2160 7680x4320 3840x2160 3840x2160 3840x2160 3840x2160
Panel Type LED Mini-LED Mini-LED Mini-LED Mini-LED OLED
Refresh Rate - 120 120 165 144 120
Hdr HDR HDR10, HDR10+, HLG HDR10, HLG, Dolby Vision Dolby Vision, HDR 10+, HDR 10, Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG) Dolby Vision, HDR 10, HDR 10+, Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG) Dolby Vision, HDR 10, Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG)
Smart Platform Roku TV Tizen Google TV Google TV Google TV webOS
Dolby Vision false false true true true true
Dolby Atmos true true true true true true
Hdmi Version - 2.1 2.1 2.1 2.1 2.1
Compare Compare Compare Compare Compare
Product HDRAudioSmartGamingDisplayConnectivitySocial ProofAffordabilityPicture Quality
Westinghouse 43" 33.396.781.817.160.45.64279.336.1
Samsung QN990F Compare 82.199.892.388.199.699.999.612.683.3
Sony BRAVIA 9 K85XR90 Compare 8697.490.578.69592.986.612.378
Hisense U7 Series 65U75QG Compare 90.195.295.195.183.796.686.651.397.5
TCL QM8K Series 75QM8K Compare 90.195.298.793.289.392.986.633.399.4
LG OLED evo OLED55C6PUA Compare 74.485.788.899.287.888.897.934.585.7

Price

Value & Pricing

For $330 to $375, this is a solid buy if you need a complete bedroom or office setup and don't want to shop for a separate soundbar. The soundbar alone would cost you $100 to $150, so you're effectively getting a 43-inch 4K Roku TV for around $200. That's a good deal. Just don't expect it to be your main living room display.

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Overview

Westinghouse is back, and they're doing the one thing they've always been decent at: giving you a big, usable screen for not much money. This 43-inch 4K Roku TV bundle is aimed squarely at people who want a simple bedroom or kitchen setup without dropping a grand. The headline here isn't the picture, it's the package. You get a 4K panel, Roku smarts, and a surprisingly capable 3.1.2 Dolby Atmos soundbar all in one box for around $350. That's a genuinely good deal for a secondary space.

Common Questions

Q: Is this TV good for gaming?

No. With a 19th percentile gaming score, you're getting no HDMI 2.1, no VRR, and likely high input lag. If you play on a PS5 or Xbox Series X, get a TCL QM6K or Hisense U8 instead.

Q: Does the soundbar really support Dolby Atmos?

Yes, it decodes Atmos and has up-firing drivers. It won't compete with a dedicated $500 Atmos system, but for a bundled soundbar at this price, it's surprisingly immersive and way better than TV speakers.

Q: Can I use this TV without the soundbar?

Sure, but you'd be missing the point. The TV's built-in speakers are typical thin-panel junk. The bundle is the value. If you don't want the soundbar, just buy a cheaper 43-inch Roku TV from TCL.

Who Should Skip This

If you're looking for a main living room TV with great HDR, deep blacks, or any kind of gaming chops, this isn't it. Go get a TCL QM6K or Hisense U8 and pair it with a decent soundbar later. You'll spend more, but you won't be shopping for a replacement in two years.

Verdict

Buy this if you want a simple, all-in-one streaming setup for a bedroom, kitchen, or guest room. The Roku interface is painless, the soundbar is genuinely good for the price, and 4K resolution keeps things sharp enough. If you care about HDR, gaming, or future-proofing your main TV, save your money and get a TCL or Hisense instead.

Usage Scores

Overall (38.2)Budget (64.7)Gaming (22.4)Movies (33.6)Sports (41.3)Outdoor (30.5)Portable (45.2)Corporate (24.6)Streaming (47.8)Smart Home (49.4)
  • Overall38.2
  • Budget64.7
  • Gaming22.4
  • Movies33.6
  • Sports41.3
  • Outdoor30.5
  • Portable45.2
  • Corporate24.6
  • Streaming47.8
  • Smart Home49.4

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