Roku Select Series 32R3D5 32"
Samsung Q7F QN43Q7FAAFXZA 42.5"
What Buyers Say
Roku Select Series 32R3D5 32"
Users overwhelmingly praise this Roku TV for its easy setup, excellent picture quality, and the intuitive Roku interface. Many appreciate the vast selection of free channels and Bluetooth headphone support, making it a great value for a budget smart TV. A minor issue noted is the lack of an ethernet port, though users have found workarounds with USB adapters.
Pros
- Easy initial setup
- Great picture quality and colors
- Intuitive Roku interface
- Wide selection of free channels
- Bluetooth headphone support
Cons
- No built-in ethernet port
- Limited wall-mount screw options
- No power button on the TV set
Samsung Q7F QN43Q7FAAFXZA 42.5"
The Samsung 43" QLED TV is generally praised for its vibrant picture quality, easy setup, and great value, especially for bedroom use. However, several users report significant software issues, including a crippled operating system that fails to remember settings, problematic app integration, and a frustrating remote control. A few reviewers also mention sound problems and a premature failure, which tempers the overall positive sentiment.
Pros
- Vibrant picture quality
- Easy setup
- Great value for money
- Good for bedroom use
- Lightweight design
Cons
- Software doesn't remember settings
- Frustrating remote control
- Sound issues reported
- App integration problems
- Premature failure risk
Scores
Specifications
| Roku Select Series 32R3D5 32" | Samsung Q7F QN43Q7FAAFXZA 42.5" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 32" | 43" |
| Resolution | FHD | 4K★ |
| Panel Type | LED | QLED★ |
| Backlight | Direct LED | Edge LED |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✗ | ✗ |
| Screen Finish | matte | — |
| Picture Quality | ||
| Contrast Ratio | — | Quantum HDR |
| Color Gamut | — | 100% Color Volume with Quantum Dot |
| Motion Tech | Roku Smart Picture | Motion Xcelerator |
| Processor | Roku Smart Picture | Q4 AI Processor |
| HDR | ||
| HDR Formats | No | HDR10+ |
| Dolby Vision | ✗ | ✗ |
| HDR10+ | ✗ | ✓★ |
| HLG | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Gaming | ||
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz |
| VRR | — | HGiG |
| ALLM | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Game Mode | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Smart TV | ||
| Platform | Roku TV | Tizen |
| Voice Assistant | Roku Voice, Siri, Alexa, Google Assistant | Amazon Alexa, Bixby |
| Screen Mirroring | Apple AirPlay 2, Miracast | SmartThings |
| Works With | Apple Home, Amazon Alexa, Google Home | Google Home, SmartThings |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Config | 2.0 | 2.0 |
| Wattage | — | 20W★ |
| Dolby Atmos | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Surround Sound | Dolby Audio | Surround Sound, Spatial Audio |
| eARC | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 3 | 3 |
| HDMI Version | 2.0 | 2.1★ |
| USB Ports | 1 | 1 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 4 | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.2 |
| Ethernet | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Optical Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| VESA Mount | 200x200 | 200x200 |
| Power & Size | ||
| Power | — | 88W★ |
| Energy Star | ✗ | ✗ |
| Annual Energy | 72 kWh★ | 171 kWh |
| Weight | 3.40 kg★ | 6.80 kg |
Pros & Cons
Roku Select Series 32R3D5 32"
- Strong smart (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong social proof (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Below average display (6th percentile)6th %ile
- Below average hdr (13th percentile)13th %ile
- Below average gaming (17th percentile)17th %ile
Samsung Q7F QN43Q7FAAFXZA 42.5"
- Strong smart (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong social proof (75th percentile)
- Strong audio (74th percentile)
- Strong connectivity (73rd percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (18th percentile)18th %ile
Pricing
Verdict
Scores 65 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 12 of 40 specs.
