Opting for the Samsung Frame Series may appeal to those seeking a television that blends with home decor, as it showcases art when not in use and must be wall-mounted, possibly adding elegance to your space at a premium price. On the other hand, the Vizio P-Series, with a more affordable price tag, may save you money and delivers excellent picture quality for movies and gaming. However, it may struggle more in bright rooms compared to the Samsung. If a sunny room is a frequent viewing environment, Samsung Frame's brighter display might be preferable despite the higher cost. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Samsung Frame Series (LCD)
Good for use as monitor
Good for upscaling
Good motion processing
Advantages of the Vizio P-Series (LCD)
Very good for bright room
Good for dark room
Good for movies & TV
Very good reflections
Key differences
Picture Quality
7.1/10
7.9/10
7.75/10
CONTRAST
8.00/10
7.1/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
8.1/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
LED FALD
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The Vizio P-Series (LCD) and Samsung Frame Series (LCD) both have good picture quality, though the Vizio P-Series (LCD) has somewhat better picture quality.
Movies & TV
6.2/10
7.7/10
7.75/10
CONTRAST
8.00/10
6.5/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
7.0/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
5.7/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The Vizio P-Series (LCD) is good for movies & TV, while the Samsung Frame Series (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung Frame Series offers weaker local dimming performance which affects contrast and black uniformity, resulting in a less ideal movie-watching experience compared to the Vizio P-Series, which has a higher local dimming and black uniformity score, crucial for deep blacks and contrast in cinematic content. Additionally, while the Samsung Frame has better colors out of the box, the Vizio P-Series's stronger color volume and gray uniformity contribute to its superior handling of movie and cinematic TV content.
Bright Room
7.3/10
8.9/10
5.4/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.2/10
8.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.8/10
6.8/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.3/10
7.8/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
8.6/10
The Vizio P-Series (LCD) is very good for bright room, while the Samsung Frame Series (LCD) is good.
The Samsung Frame Series delivers good performance in a bright room, with its decent handling of reflections and brightness, but the Vizio P-Series is rated higher for bright room viewing due to its very good reflection handling and higher brightness in both SDR and HDR content. While both TVs offer good color volume and gamut which influence picture quality, the Vizio's superior ability to combat glare and maintain picture visibility under bright lighting gives it an edge in well-lit environments.
Cost
$1,598
$998
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Samsung Frame Series (LCD) has a price of $1,598 and the Vizio P-Series (LCD) costs $998.
The Samsung Frame Series (LCD) and Vizio P-Series (LCD) are both only fair for sports.
The Samsung Frame Series and the Vizio P-Series both have fair performance for watching sports, which can be attributed to their motion processing abilities, with neither excelling in providing the smoothest experience for fast-moving content. Moreover, while both handle reflections decently, their moderate viewing angles could limit the view for groups spread out across a room, and the Samsung outperforms the Vizio slightly in response time, which means it can render fast-moving images with marginally less blur.
Gaming
7.8/10
7.7/10
8.2/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
6.0/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.6/10
7.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
5.3/10
0.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
70.0/100
7.0/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.6/10
The Samsung Frame Series (LCD) and Vizio P-Series (LCD) are both good for gaming.
The Samsung Frame Series excels in gaming due to its very good response time and the best input lag performance, allowing for swift and smooth game play. Meanwhile, the Vizio P-Series offers a fair response time and good input lag, which is suitable for gaming but might not be as swift as the Samsung.
Cartoons & Animation
8.1/10
8.3/10
7.2/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
8.3/10
7.1/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
8.1/10
8.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.8/10
8.1/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
7.2/10
6.8/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.4/10
The Vizio P-Series (LCD) and Samsung Frame Series (LCD) are both very good for cartoons & animation.
The Samsung Frame Series is praised for its very good display of colors straight out of the box, offering a pleasant viewing experience for cartoons and animation without the need for immediate adjustments, while its color gamut is good, ensuring a wide range of colors. On the other hand, the Vizio P-Series, while still good with colors out of the box, boasts a very good color gamut, which means it can display a broader spectrum of colors, making animated content appear vibrant and lively.
News, Talk, & Other TV
7.5/10
7.2/10
8.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.8/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
5.7/10
The Samsung Frame Series (LCD) and Vizio P-Series (LCD) are both good for news, talk, & other TV.
The Samsung Frame Series excels in upscaling lower resolution content and has good color accuracy straight out of the box, making it suitable for watching standard definition news and talk shows. The Vizio P-Series boasts a wider color gamut and effective local dimming which can enhance contrast, beneficial for vibrant and varied TV program content, but isn't as adept at upscaling as the Samsung.
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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.
About Vizio
Vizio is an American company. While they initially gained recognition for offering budget-friendly TVs, they have successfully expanded their product lineup to include high-end options as well. They manufacture TVs primarily in Mexico, China, and Vietnam. Similar to many Korean TV brands, Vizio developed its own smart TV software called SmartCast. In the past, SmartCast was not the best smart TV software, but it has evolved so that it is now good for using your TV and connecting to streaming services.
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