Samsung QLED QN32Q60DAFXZA 32"

A 32-inch QLED that punches way above its weight class for picture quality, but the weak sound and 60Hz panel hold it back. Buy it for a desk, not a living room.

The picture quality is the headline here, and it mostly delivers. The 100% color volume with quantum dot tech means colors stay accurate even at high brightness, and the Quantum Processor Lite does a solid job upscaling 1080p content to 4K. Motion Xcelerator helps with fast scenes, though the 60Hz refresh rate means serious gamers will notice the ceiling. What surprised us most is how good this thing looks as a PC monitor. Multiple owners report using it that way and loving the sharp text and vibrant colors. But the audio is a letdown. The 2.0 channel setup with Object Tracking Sound Lite sounds thin, and several buyers flat out said the sound is poor. For a TV this price, you'd expect at least passable built-in audio.

Against the LG C5 OLED, this Samsung gets absolutely smoked on contrast and black levels, but that's an unfair fight since the C5 is a 55-inch OLED that costs way more. The more relevant comparison is the Roku Pro Series 55R8C5, which gives you a bigger screen and a much better smart TV interface for similar money. The TCL QM8K and Hisense U8 are also bigger and brighter, but they're not really in the same size class. If you specifically need a 32-inch screen with premium picture quality, the Q60D is basically alone at the top. If size doesn't matter, there are better values elsewhere.

This is where things get tricky. The Q60D sits in a weird price bracket for a 32-inch TV. You're paying a premium for the QLED panel and Samsung's processing, and if you're using it as a monitor or small bedroom TV, that premium is justified. But if you just want a basic 32-inch screen for the kitchen or guest room, you can spend half as much and be perfectly happy. The value proposition only works if you actually care about picture quality at this size.

The Samsung Q60D is a weird little TV. It's a 32-inch 4K QLED that costs more than most 32-inch TVs because it's actually trying to be good, not just cheap. The one thing to know: this is secretly one of the best small PC monitors you can buy, but as a living room TV it's a bit of an odd duck. The quantum dot panel delivers genuinely sharp, vibrant colors and deep blacks that embarrass most budget sets. But Samsung made some baffling choices here, like a solar remote that needs pairing and a 60Hz panel in 2024. If you want a premium small screen for a desk or bedroom, this is a strong contender. If you want a big cinematic experience, keep scrolling.

If you're looking for a big, immersive living room TV, this isn't it. Go get a 55-inch TCL QM8K or Hisense U8 instead, you'll get more screen, better HDR, and higher refresh rates for similar money. Also skip this if you're a competitive gamer who needs 120Hz or VRR, the 60Hz panel will frustrate you. And if you just want a basic kitchen or guest room TV, save your cash and buy something cheaper.

The Samsung Q60D is a niche product that nails its niche. As a 32-inch 4K QLED, it's one of the best small screens you can buy, especially if you're using it as a PC monitor or in a small bedroom. The picture quality is genuinely impressive, and the slim design is a nice bonus. But the weak audio, 60Hz panel, and occasional quality control issues keep it from being an easy recommendation for everyone. If you need a premium small TV and don't mind adding a soundbar, this is a solid buy. If you just want a cheap 32-inch screen, look elsewhere.