Samsung 43 4K UHD HDR LED Tizen Smart TV
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Our take on the Samsung 43 4K UHD HDR LED Tizen Smart TV
This is Samsung's entry-level 43-inch 4K LED TV, sold as the CU8000-class Crystal UHD set. It uses a 60Hz panel with HDR10+ support, PurColor processing and the Crystal 4K processor, which upscales HD content. Tizen gives it the full Samsung app lineup, including the gaming hub and built-in voice assistants. It suits bedrooms, small living rooms and secondary rooms where a bright, simple 4K set matters more than deep blacks; against rivals like the TCL Q6 and Hisense U6, it gives up local dimming and Dolby Vision but is easier to set up and has a stronger smart platform.
- Sharp 4K detail with good upscaling of HD channels
- Bright panel handles daytime viewing well
- Tizen is fast and carries every major streaming app
- HDR10+ support and solid color out of the box
- Slim design with a simple stand and easy setup
What reviewers say
Owners of Samsung's 43-inch Crystal UHD sets generally call them good value for a bedroom or spare room, praising the picture brightness, sharpness and easy setup. The common complaints are shallow blacks, average sound and the lack of Dolby Vision compared with cheaper rivals.
- Picture qualityPraisedOwners say 4K content looks sharp and colors are vivid, especially in bright rooms.
- Black levelsCriticisedDark scenes look washed out because there is no local dimming.
- SoundCriticisedReviewers find the built-in speakers thin and recommend a soundbar.
Questions and answers
- Is this TV good for gaming?
- It handles 4K at 60Hz and has a low enough input lag for casual gaming, but it lacks 120Hz and VRR, so serious console players should look at a step-up model.
- Does it support Dolby Vision?
- No. It supports HDR10, HDR10+ and HLG, but not Dolby Vision.
- Is 43 inches big enough for a living room?
- It suits bedrooms and small rooms where you sit close. For a main living room with seating several feet back, a 50-inch or larger set is usually more comfortable.
- Does it have Bluetooth and Wi-Fi?
- Yes. It has built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, so you can stream apps and pair headphones or a soundbar.
- Can I mount it on a wall?
- Yes, it uses a standard VESA wall mount. The stand is included if you prefer a tabletop.
- How does it compare with the TCL Q6?
- The TCL Q6 adds local dimming and Dolby Vision for deeper blacks, while this Samsung has a brighter, simpler picture and the smoother Tizen platform.
