Samsung E1SAMUN32H5000F 31.5"

A 32-inch Samsung that's fine for casual viewing but overpriced for what you get. Buy it for the Tizen interface, not the picture quality.

The picture quality sits in the middle of the pack, which is about what you'd expect from a budget HD panel. HDR support is there on paper, but at 35th percentile, it's more of a checkbox than a feature. The audio is underwhelming too, landing in the bottom half of our database. What surprised us most is how weak the smart features rank, 6th percentile is rough for a Samsung, especially since Tizen is usually a strength. The connectivity is fine with 2 HDMI ports and 2 USB ports, but nothing to write home about.

The TCL QM6K and Hisense QD7 are in a completely different league, with 4K resolution, better HDR, and gaming features that actually matter. Even the Roku Plus Series offers a better value proposition with its simpler interface and stronger picture quality. The Sony BRAVIA 3 II and LG QNED also outclass this Samsung in every meaningful way. The only scenario where this Samsung wins is if you're dead set on a 32-inch form factor and want Samsung's Tizen OS, which is genuinely nicer to use than most budget smart platforms.

At $198, this is a tough sell. You can find 43-inch 4K TVs from TCL or Hisense for not much more, and those will blow this thing out of the water on picture quality and gaming. The only reason to buy this is if you specifically need a 32-inch screen and want the Samsung ecosystem. Otherwise, save your money or spend slightly more for a real upgrade.

This is a 32-inch Samsung that gets the basics right and not much else. At $198, you're paying for the Samsung name, a decent smart platform, and a screen that's fine for a bedroom or kitchen. The HD resolution on a 31.5-inch panel is acceptable at this size, but the 60Hz refresh rate and weak gaming chops mean this is strictly a casual viewing TV.

If you want 4K, real HDR, or any kind of gaming performance, this isn't it. Go get a TCL QM6K or Hisense QD7 instead, you'll get a bigger screen and dramatically better picture quality for not much more money. This Samsung only makes sense if you're locked into a 32-inch space and want the Tizen interface.

Skip it unless you specifically need a 32-inch Samsung. The Tizen interface and Knox security are nice, but the HD resolution, weak HDR, and poor gaming performance make this feel like a TV from 2018. For $198, you're paying a Samsung tax without getting Samsung's best tech.