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Updated April 10, 2024·
If you're looking for an affordable option and primarily watch content in dark spaces, the Samsung N5300 could be sufficient despite its overall poor picture quality. However, its performance in bright rooms is also poor, making it less ideal for well-lit spaces. Meanwhile, if budget permits and aesthetic is a priority, the Samsung Frame Series offers a unique design that doubles as wall art and delivers good overall picture quality. Its performance is better suited for bright rooms, with the capacity to handle a variety of content including sports and movies more effectively. Keep in mind, the Frame Series must be wall-mounted, as it does not include a stand. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Samsung Frame Series (LCD)
- Good for bright room
- Good for news, talk, & other TV
- Very good for cartoons & animation
- Good for use as monitor
- Good for upscaling
- Good reflections
Advantages of the Samsung N5300 (LCD)
- Very good viewing angle
Key differences
Picture Quality
7.1
5.6
7.75/10
CONTRAST
5.102564103/10
7.1/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
5.5/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
LED
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
ADS / IPS
The Samsung Frame Series (LCD) has good picture quality, while the Samsung N5300 (LCD) has poor picture quality.
Movies & TV
6.2
5.3
7.75/10
CONTRAST
5.102564103/10
6.5/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
5.8/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
6.3/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
No
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
No
The Samsung Frame Series (LCD) is only fair for movies & TV, while the Samsung N5300 (LCD) is poor.
Gaming
6.1
4.9
8.2/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
5.9/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
4.3/10
7.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
7.0/10
0.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
0.0/100
7.0/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
The Samsung Frame Series (LCD) is only fair for gaming, while the Samsung N5300 (LCD) is poor.
Cartoons & Animation
8.1
5.7
7.2/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
5.9/10
7.1/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
5.5/10
8.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
8.1/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
6.2/10
6.8/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
7.7/10
The Samsung Frame Series (LCD) is very good for cartoons & animation, while the Samsung N5300 (LCD) is poor.
News, Talk, & Other TV
7.5
5.6
8.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
6.3/10
The Samsung Frame Series (LCD) is good for news, talk, & other TV, while the Samsung N5300 (LCD) is poor.
Bright Room
7.3
5.7
5.4/10
VIEWING ANGLE
8.1/10
8.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
6.8/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.6/10
7.8/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
6.3/10
The Samsung Frame Series (LCD) is good for bright room, while the Samsung N5300 (LCD) is poor.
Cost
$798
$250
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Samsung Frame Series (LCD) has a price of $798 and the Samsung N5300 (LCD) costs $250.
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Key similarities
Sports
6.8
6.7
7.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
7.0/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
4.3/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
6.3/10
8.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
No
The Samsung Frame Series (LCD) and Samsung N5300 (LCD) are both only fair for sports.
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How the Samsung Frame Series (LCD) and the Samsung N5300 (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
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| Samsung Frame Series (LCD) | Samsung N5300 (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$798 | $250 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Samsung | Samsung | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2022 | June 1, 2018 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | QN43LS03B | UN40N5300 | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 43" | 40" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 1080P | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Tizen | Tizen | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 6.6/10 | 6.4/10 | |
NextGen Ready | |||
NextGen Ready | No | No | |
HDMI Ports | |||
HDMI Ports | 4 | 0 | |
Coax Ports | |||
Coax Ports | 1 | 1 | |
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Picture Quality Score | |||
Picture Quality Score | 7.2/10 | 5.7/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 7.3/10 | 5.8/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 6.2/10 | 4.9/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 6.2/10 | 5.3/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.8/10 | 6.7/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 22" x 38.2" x 1" | 20.9" x 36.3" x 2.9" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 23.3" x 38.2" | 21.8" x 36.3" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 19.0 lbs | 15.4 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 200 x 200 | 200 x 200 | |
DISPLAY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Color Depth | |||
Color Depth | 10 bit | 8 bit | |
Black Frame Insertion | |||
Black Frame Insertion | Yes | No | |
Auto Low Latency Mode | |||
Auto Low Latency Mode | Yes | No | |
Contrast | |||
Contrast | 7.8/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 2.5/10 | 2.5/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.0 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 20 W | 20 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Bypass only | No | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | No | |
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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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