If you're looking for a TV with a strong performance in very bright rooms, the Samsung N5200 is a better option, as its viewing angle is very good, meaning it can be watched from different positions without significant loss of image quality. However, it doesn't perform well overall in terms of picture quality, gaming, and is particularly poor for dark rooms. The Vizio V-Series offers slightly better performance for watching movies, sports, and cartoons, and has better contrast, which means it will display deeper blacks. It also has a fair performance as a monitor, supports different HDR formats including Dolby Vision, and is equipped with three HDMI ports compared to none on the Samsung. However, it's not as well-suited for very bright rooms. Ultimately, if you prioritize better overall picture quality and diversity in HDR content, the Vizio V-Series is the more versatile choice, whereas the Samsung N5200 is suitable if you need a wide viewing angle for very bright environments. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Samsung N5200 (LCD)
Good motion processing
Very good viewing angle
Advantages of the Vizio V-Series (LCD)
Good for cartoons & animation
Key differences
Picture Quality
5.6/10
6.8/10
5.102564103/10
CONTRAST
8.21/10
5.5/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.2/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
LED
ADS / IPS
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The Vizio V-Series (LCD) has only fair picture quality, while the Samsung N5200 (LCD) has poor picture quality.
Movies & TV
5.3/10
6.3/10
5.102564103/10
CONTRAST
8.21/10
5.8/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
7.7/10
6.3/10
UPSCALING
6.6/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
No
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The Vizio V-Series (LCD) is only fair for movies & TV, while the Samsung N5200 (LCD) is poor.
Sports
6.7/10
6.1/10
7.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
3.9/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
4.3/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
6.3/10
UPSCALING
6.6/10
5.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
No
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung N5200 (LCD) and Vizio V-Series (LCD) are both only fair for sports, though the Samsung N5200 (LCD) is somewhat better.
Gaming
4.9/10
5.6/10
5.9/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
5.9/10
4.3/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
7.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
3.9/10
0.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
0.0/100
5.8/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.4/10
The Vizio V-Series (LCD) and Samsung N5200 (LCD) are both poor for gaming, though the Vizio V-Series (LCD) is somewhat better.
Cartoons & Animation
5.7/10
7.0/10
5.9/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
5.9/10
5.5/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.2/10
5.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
6.2/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
8.3/10
7.7/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
5.9/10
The Vizio V-Series (LCD) is good for cartoons & animation, while the Samsung N5200 (LCD) is poor.
News, Talk, & Other TV
5.6/10
6.3/10
5.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
6.3/10
UPSCALING
6.6/10
The Vizio V-Series (LCD) is only fair for news, talk, & other TV, while the Samsung N5200 (LCD) is poor.
Cost
$248
$198
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The Samsung N5200 (LCD) has a price of $248 and the Vizio V-Series (LCD) costs $198.
"Vizio's cheapest 4K HDR TV packs in a lot for a low price. The voice control via the remote works well, about as well as Roku's version on devices that have it. So if you know your way around a TV menu, or want to be able to dial in the picture even on an inexpensive TV, the Vizio is the better choice"
Get a great deal on the Samsung N5200 (LCD) or the Vizio V-Series (LCD)
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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