Considering the budget and usage for typical content, if saving money is a priority and you mostly watch TV in a bright room, the Samsung N5200 is a reasonable choice despite its limited picture quality. However, the Amazon 4-Series, costing more, provides slightly better brightness for HDR content and supports more modern features such as a higher resolution and additional HDMI ports, which could be beneficial for future compatibility with devices. Neither TV excels in picture quality or gaming performance, so if these aspects are critical for you, you might want to consider other options. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Amazon 4-Series (LCD)
The Amazon 4-Series (LCD) has no clear advantages over the Samsung N5200 (LCD).
Advantages of the Samsung N5200 (LCD)
Good motion processing
Very good viewing angle
Key differences
Sports
5.7/10
6.7/10
2.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
7.0/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
8.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
4.3/10
6.6/10
UPSCALING
6.3/10
6.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
No
The Samsung N5200 (LCD) is only fair for sports, while the Amazon 4-Series (LCD) is poor.
Gaming
5.5/10
4.9/10
5.6/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
5.9/10
8.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
4.3/10
2.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
7.0/10
0.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
0.0/100
5.7/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
The Amazon 4-Series (LCD) and Samsung N5200 (LCD) are both poor for gaming, though the Amazon 4-Series (LCD) is somewhat better.
The Amazon 4-Series (LCD) and Samsung N5200 (LCD) both have poor picture quality.
Movies & TV
5.2/10
5.3/10
7.13/10
CONTRAST
5.102564103/10
5.9/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
5.8/10
6.6/10
UPSCALING
6.3/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
No
HDR10+ SUPPORT
No
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
No
The Samsung N5200 (LCD) and Amazon 4-Series (LCD) are both poor for movies & TV.
Cartoons & Animation
5.4/10
5.7/10
5.9/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
5.9/10
6.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
5.5/10
6.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
3.4/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
6.2/10
5.9/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
7.7/10
The Samsung N5200 (LCD) and Amazon 4-Series (LCD) are both poor for cartoons & animation.
News, Talk, & Other TV
5.7/10
5.6/10
6.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
6.6/10
UPSCALING
6.3/10
The Amazon 4-Series (LCD) and Samsung N5200 (LCD) are both poor for news, talk, & other TV.
Bright Room
6.1/10
5.7/10
5.2/10
VIEWING ANGLE
8.1/10
6.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
5.6/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.6/10
6.3/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
6.3/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Amazon 4-Series (LCD) to be only fair for bright room, while the Samsung N5200 (LCD) is poor.
Cost
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The Amazon 4-Series (LCD) has a price of $250 and the Samsung N5200 (LCD) costs $248.
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How the Amazon 4-Series (LCD) and the Samsung N5200 (LCD) compare to other TVs
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About Amazon
Amazon, the largest online retailer in North America, has forged partnerships with TCL and Hisense to produce white-label TVs incorporating their Fire OS software. These Amazon-branded TVs typically compete in the low-end and mid-range segments, offering compelling price points. Leveraging their strong reputation, Amazon has swiftly built brand trust in the TV market despite being relatively new to it. To enhance their popularity, these TVs integrate features from the Amazon ecosystem, including Alexa, providing users with a seamless and interconnected TV experience.
About Samsung
Samsung, a South Korean electronics manufacturer, holds the title of being the largest global TV vendor in terms of units sold. They offer a diverse lineup of TV products that cater to various budget ranges. A notable achievement in recent years is the development of Quantum Dots, a technology that enhances color reproduction, resulting in richer and more vibrant hues. Samsung TVs are well-regarded for their high manufacturing quality and user-friendly software, making them an excellent choice for consumers seeking an intuitive viewing experience.
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