Which is better for gaming?

The Samsung M80H. Its 144 Hz refresh rate and three HDMI ports handle consoles better than the Roku's 60 Hz panel.

Which has the better picture?

The Samsung, on paper. Mini-LED backlighting produces brighter highlights and deeper blacks than the Roku's direct-lit LED backlight. The Roku's QLED layer still gives good color for the price.

Is the Roku worth the lower price?

At $278.00 at Walmart as of November 7, 2026, the Roku is the cheaper set. Whether it is the better value depends on the Samsung's price, which was not provided.

Which is easier to use?

The Roku. Roku OS is widely considered the simplest smart TV interface, and its voice remote searches across apps. Tizen is more feature-heavy.

Neither maker publishes a lifespan figure. Both are LED-based sets, so panel life is similar; the Samsung's extra features do not shorten it.

Do both support Bluetooth and Wi-Fi?

Yes. Both list Bluetooth, Wi-Fi and Ethernet. The Roku also lists USB-C; the Samsung lists USB and three HDMI ports.

Samsung M80H Mini LED 4K TV vs Roku Select Series 55" 4K QLED TV

Buy the Samsung M80H if you watch sports, play console games, or want real HDR punch: Mini-LED backlighting, a 144 Hz panel and 3 HDMI ports beat the Roku on every picture spec. Buy the Roku Select Series if you want the simplest smart interface and the lowest price, at $278.00 at Walmart as of November 7, 2026. The Samsung's price was not provided, so compare it against that $278 figure before deciding.

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