The TCL 55S517 vs Samsung 55NU7100 testing demonstrates that these TVs, which were presented in the 2018 year, have different peculiarities, corresponding to the brand’s features. The first TV belongs to the S517 series, each part of which has Roku apps and edge LED backlighting. The second one device is a worthy representative of NU7100 series that is well-known due to the stylish slim design and HDR10 support. Samsung is more expensive than the TCL.
It’s a surprise for me that the TCL has much better native contrast ratio in comparison with the Samsung. At the same time, the 55NU7100 can boast with very natural and deep colors. The black stays black in any situation, while the 55S517 has non-adjustable dull colors. I make them brighter, but colors still look artificial.
The TCL has a poor-quality sound. It needs to install a sound bar to get the greater sound and volume. Samsung has a little bit more powerful speakers (16W versus 20W), but the whole sound impression is much better. The 55NU7100 doesn’t provide me with strange noise and crepitation, while the 55S517 has all these problems. I notice the TCL doesn’t have Vudu and Google Play but they are presented in Samsung, while the 55NU7100 isn’t supplemented by the YouTube that is regarded as the pre-installed app in the 55S517.
The Samsung 55NU7100 vs TCL 55S517 appearance checking-up shows both devices are equipped with stands, but the first model has higher and wide enough legs to fit a soundbar in front. The second one is supplemented by the narrower elements, under which it’s almost impossible to place something. I have to compare the device’s rare sides to see the 55S517 lacks any planning for cable management. The 55NU7100 has some cable management tracks, spanning the entire width of the TV’s back. Models are made of plastic, but I don’t have any complaints about their build quality.
Specification | Samsung 55NU7100 | TCL 55S517 |
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Audio File Formats | ||
Flac | ||
Ac3 | ||
Aac | ||
Wav | ||
Wma | ||
Mp3 | ||
Other | 3GPP, MKV, TS, M2TS, WebM, ASF | MKV, TS |
Ogg | ||
Dimensions, Weight And Color | ||
Width With Stand, Cm/in | 123.95/48.79 | 122.8/48.34 |
Weight, Kg/lbs | 17.3/38.14 | 18.2/40.12 |
Depth, Cm/in | 5.84/2.29 | 7.6/3.1 |
Height, Cm/in | 71.37/28.09 | 71.1/28 |
Width, Cm/in | 123.95/48.79 | 122.8/48.34 |
Colors | black | black |
Weight With Stand, Kg/lbs | 17.7/39.02 | 19.1/42.11 |
Depth With Stand, Cm/in | 26.16/10.29 | 26.9/10.6 |
Height With Stand, Cm/in | 79.25/31.2 | 76.2/30 |
Connections | ||
Ethernet (rj45) | 1 | - |
Analog Audio Output (3.5 Mm) | 1 | 1 |
Component Video Input | 1 | - |
Optical Digital Audio Output (s/pdif) | 1 | 1 |
Composite Video Input | 1 | 1 |
Usb | 2 | 1 |
Bluetooth | ||
Wi-fi 5ghz | ||
Wi-fi | ||
Display | ||
Display Width, Cm/in | 120.97/47.62 | 120.96/47.62 |
Screen Design | flat | flat |
Display Type | VA | VA |
High Dynamic Range (hdr) | HDR10 | HDR10 |
Resolution, Pixels | 3840 x 2160 | 3840 x 2160 |
Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
Full Hd | ||
Refresh Rate, Hz | 60 | 60 |
4k/uhd | ||
Display Colors | 1.07 billion | 1.07 billion |
Screen Size, Inch | 55 | 55 |
Display Area, % | 93.06 | 94.34 |
Display Height, Cm/in | 68.04/26.79 | 68.04/26.78 |
Ergonomics | ||
Removable Stand | ||
Vesa Interface | 200 x 200 | 200 x 200 |
Vesa Mount | ||
Landscape/portrait Pivot | ||
3d | ||
2d To 3d | has not | has not |
3d | ||
Internet Movie Streaming | ||
Other | 3GPP, MKV, TS, M2TS, WebM, ASF | MKV, TS |
Hbo | ||
Amazon Video | ||
Hulu | ||
Netflix | ||
Video File Codecs | ||
H.264 | ||
H.265 | ||
Divx | ||
Other | 3GPP, MKV, TS, M2TS, WebM, ASF | MKV, TS |
Mpeg-4 | ||
H.263 | ||
Panel | ||
Native Refresh Rate, Hz | 120 | 120 |
Backlight Technology | Edge LED | Edge LED |
Panel Technology | Motion Rate | Clear Motion |
Pixel Density, Ppi | 81 | 80 |
Pixel Pitch, Cm/in | 0.031/0.012 | 0.031/0.012 |
Panel Bit Depth, Bits | 10 | 10 |
Audio | ||
Dolby Atmos | ||
Speakers Power, W | 20 | 16 |
Speakers | stereo | stereo |
Dts Decoder | ||
Dolby Surround | ||
Tv Tuner | ||
Digital | ||
Analog | ||
Video File Formats | ||
Other | 3GPP, MKV, TS, M2TS, WebM, ASF | MKV, TS |
Mov | ||
Mp4 | ||
Wmv | ||
Avi | ||
Recording Features | ||
Watch And Record | ||
Digital Recording | ||
Viewing Angles | ||
Vertical, Degrees | 178 | 178 |
Horizontal, Degrees | 178 | 178 |
User Manual | ||
Manual | 55nu7100.pdf | 55s517.pdf |
Processor | ||
Model | Quad-core | Dual-core |
Accessories | ||
Microphone | ||
Camera | ||
Mobile Features | ||
Mobile App | ||
Artificial Intelligence | ||
Amazon Alexa Compatible | ||
Google Assistant | ||
General | ||
Smart Tv | ||
Display Type | VA | VA |
Brand | Samsung | TCL |
Screen Sizes In Series | 40, 43, 50, 55, 58, 65, 75 | 43, 49, 55 |
Video Features | ||
Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
Unique Features | ||
Voice Remote | ||
In The Box | ||
Remote Control |