Samsung Q7F QN43Q7FAAFXZA 42.5"
Toshiba C350 Series 43C350NU 43"
What Buyers Say
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
Toshiba C350 Series 43C350NU 43"
The Toshiba C350 Series LED 4K UHD Smart TV receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its excellent picture quality, ease of use, and great value. Users appreciate the built-in Fire TV, ample HDMI ports, and improved app storage, though some note the sound is average and the remote lacks a number pad. Overall, it is highly recommended for its performance and price.
Pros
- Excellent picture quality
- Easy to use and set up
- Great value for the price
- Built-in Fire TV
- Ample HDMI ports
Cons
- Average sound quality
- Remote lacks number pad
Scores
Specifications
| Samsung Q7F QN43Q7FAAFXZA 42.5" | Toshiba C350 Series 43C350NU 43" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 43" | 42.5" |
| Resolution | 4K | 4K |
| Panel Type | QLED★ | LED |
| Backlight | Edge LED | Direct LED |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✗ | ✗ |
| Picture Quality | ||
| Contrast Ratio | Quantum HDR | Infinite |
| Color Gamut | 100% Color Volume with Quantum Dot | — |
| Motion Tech | Motion Xcelerator | Motion Rate 120 |
| Processor | Q4 AI Processor | REGZA Engine ZR |
| HDR | ||
| HDR Formats | HDR10+ | Dolby Vision, HDR 10, Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG) |
| Dolby Vision | ✗ | ✓★ |
| HDR10+ | ✓★ | ✗ |
| HLG | ✓ | ✓ |
| Gaming | ||
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz |
| VRR | HGiG | VRR |
| ALLM | ✓ | ✓ |
| Game Mode | ✓ | ✓ |
| Smart TV | ||
| Platform | Tizen | Fire TV |
| Voice Assistant | Amazon Alexa, Bixby | Amazon Alexa |
| Screen Mirroring | SmartThings | Apple AirPlay |
| Works With | Google Home, SmartThings | Amazon Alexa, Apple Home |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Config | 2.0 | 2.0 |
| Wattage | 20W★ | 14W |
| Dolby Atmos | ✓ | ✓ |
| Surround Sound | Surround Sound, Spatial Audio | Dolby Atmos |
| eARC | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 3 | 3 |
| HDMI Version | 2.1★ | 2.0 |
| USB Ports | 1 | 2★ |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Bluetooth | 5.2★ | 5.0 |
| Ethernet | ✓ | ✓ |
| Optical Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| VESA Mount | 200x200 | 200x300 |
| Power & Size | ||
| Power | 88W★ | 160W |
| Energy Star | ✗ | ✗ |
| Annual Energy | 171 kWh | 160 kWh★ |
| Weight | 6.80 kg★ | 7.39 kg |
Pros & Cons
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
Toshiba C350 Series 43C350NU 43"
- Strong smart (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong hdr (76th percentile)
- Strong social proof (75th percentile)
- Strong audio (72nd percentile)
- Below average display (6th percentile)6th %ile
Pricing
Toshiba C350 Series 43C350NU 43" offers 1.6x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 65 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 7 of 39 specs.
