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Updated April 10, 2024·
If you frequently watch sports or cartoons and are looking for a TV at a budget price, the Vizio V-Series might be a better choice as it performs better with these types of content compared to the Samsung N5300. However, the Samsung offers a very good viewing angle which might be important if you often watch TV from different positions. The Vizio offers more HDMI ports and supports more HDR formats, which can be significant if you plan to use external devices or want to enjoy a variety of HDR content. Neither TV is great for bright rooms, so if you have a lot of sunlight, you might want to consider other options. The Vizio is generally slightly less expensive and offers slightly better features, making it a good value for money if you’re looking for the most features at a lower cost. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Samsung N5300 (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
6.8
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 N5300 (LCD) has poor picture quality.
Movies & TV
5.3
6.3
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 N5300 (LCD) is poor.
Sports
6.7
6.1
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 N5300 (LCD) and Vizio V-Series (LCD) are both only fair for sports, though the Samsung N5300 (LCD) is somewhat better.
Gaming
4.9
5.6
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 N5300 (LCD) are both poor for gaming, though the Vizio V-Series (LCD) is somewhat better.
Cartoons & Animation
5.7
7.0
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 N5300 (LCD) is poor.
News, Talk, & Other TV
5.6
6.3
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 N5300 (LCD) is poor.
Cost
$250
$198
$100
$150
$200
$250
$300
$350
$400
The Samsung N5300 (LCD) has a price of $250 and the Vizio V-Series (LCD) costs $198.
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Key similarities
Bright Room
5.7
5.8
8.1/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.1/10
5.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
5.6/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.3/10
6.3/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
6.3/10
The Vizio V-Series (LCD) and Samsung N5300 (LCD) are both poor for bright room.
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How the Samsung N5300 (LCD) and the Vizio V-Series (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Samsung N5300 (LCD) | Vizio V-Series (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$250 | $198 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Samsung | Vizio | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | June 1, 2018 | June 1, 2021 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | UN40N5300 | V435-J01 | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 40" | 43" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 1080P | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Tizen | SmartCast | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 6.4/10 | 6.4/10 | |
NextGen Ready | |||
NextGen Ready | No | No | |
HDMI Ports | |||
HDMI Ports | 0 | 3 | |
Coax Ports | |||
Coax Ports | 1 | 1 | |
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Picture Quality Score | |||
Picture Quality Score | 5.7/10 | 6.9/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 5.8/10 | 5.9/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 4.9/10 | 5.7/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 5.3/10 | 6.4/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.7/10 | 6.1/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 20.9" x 36.3" x 2.9" | 22.3" x 38.1" x 3.3" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 21.8" x 36.3" | 24.5" x 38.3" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 15.4 lbs | 15.6 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 200 x 200 | 200 x 200 | |
DISPLAY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Color Depth | |||
Color Depth | 8 bit | 10 bit | |
Black Frame Insertion | |||
Black Frame Insertion | No | No | |
Auto Low Latency Mode | |||
Auto Low Latency Mode | No | Yes | |
Contrast | |||
Contrast | 5.1/10 | 8.2/10 | |
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 | 10 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | No | Bypass only | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | Yes, Bypass only | |
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Geoffrey Morrison | June 2021
"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"
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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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