Philips PHI40PFL47 vs SAMSUNG UN40N5200AFXZA: Which 40-Inch TV Should You Choose for Your Next Decision?

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Introduce​

Parameter	Philips PHI40PFL47​	SAMSUNG UN40N5200AFXZA​
Picture​	​	​
Price​	$299.79​	$247.99​
Model Year​	-​	2019​
Specific Uses​	Home Viewing​	Home entertainment, Kitchen, Guest Rooms​
Highlight​	Motion Sharpness: Unprecedented Display Technology: LED Resolution: 1920 x 1080p (FHD) Picture Quality: Flicker-free, progressive scan, optimum brightness, superb colors Voice Assistant Compatibility: Hey Google, Siri Wireless Communication Technology: Wi-Fi Design: Elegant open stand, thin bezel Speaker Type: Built-In	Display Size: 40 inches Resolution: Full HD 1080p Aspect Ratio: 16:9 Operating System: Tizen Streaming Services: Access to popular services like Hulu Smart Home Integration: SmartThings app compatibility Connectivity: Built-in Wi-Fi, Ethernet, 2 HDMI ports, USB port Design: Sleek black finish, measurements 36.3 x 20.9 x 2.9 inches (without stand)

Side-by-Side Comparison​

System​

Parameter	Philips PHI40PFL47​	SAMSUNG UN40N5200AFXZA​
Operating System​	Roku OS​	Tizen​
Internet Applications​	roku tv​	Hulu​
Remote Control​	Bluetooth​	Standard​
Controller Type​	Remote Control, Voice Control​	smartthings​

Display​

Parameter	Philips PHI40PFL47​	SAMSUNG UN40N5200AFXZA​
Aspect Ratio​	16:9​	-​
Display Technology​	LED​	LED​
Screen Finish​	-​	Flat​
Color Screen​	Yes​	Yes​
Resolution​	1920 x 1080​	1080p​
Refresh Rate​	-​	60 Hz​
Response Time​	8.5 Milliseconds​	-​
Backlight Setting​	Bright, Standard, Movie, Game, Custom​	-​
Picture Enhancement​	Dynamic contrast​	PurColor, Micro Dimming Pro, Digital Clean View​
Motion Enhancement​	-​	Motion Rate 60​

Audio​

Parameter	Philips PHI40PFL47​	SAMSUNG UN40N5200AFXZA​
Audio Channels​	-​	2.0​
Audio Output​	[PO] Stereo or Surround Sound​	Digital​
Audio Input​	USB, Optical, HDMI​	HDMI, USB​
Speaker Description​	Built-In​	2-channel speakers with a maximum output power of 20 watts per channel, and a total maximum output power of 90 watts​
Sound Format​	-​	Dolby Digital Plus​

Connectivity​

Parameter	Philips PHI40PFL47​	SAMSUNG UN40N5200AFXZA​
Connectivity Technology​	-​	HDMI​
Screen Mirroring​	AirPlay​	-​
Total Usb Ports​	1​	1​
Total HDMI Ports​	3​	2​
Connector Type​	3x HDMI, 1x USB, 1x Optical Audio, 1x Mini AV, 1x 3.5mm Audio, 1x Antenna Input​	USB, HDMI​
Signal Format​	HDMI, USB, Composite/Component, Optical Audio, 3.5mm Audio, ATSC​	Digital​

Features​

Parameter	Philips PHI40PFL47​	SAMSUNG UN40N5200AFXZA​
Video Encoding​	H.264, H.265 (HEVC), VP9, AV1​	AVC​
Water Resistance​	-​	Not Water Resistant​
Compatible Devices​	iPhone, iPad, MacBook, Speaker, Gaming Console, Smartphone, Headphone, Tablet, Laptop​	Laptops, Desktops, Gaming Consoles, Blu-ray Players, Streaming Devices​
Tuner Type​	ATSC​	ATSC​
Voltage​	120 Volts​	110 Volts​
Other Features​	Flat​	Digital Clean View; Smart TV with Universal Guide; Eco Sensor; Works with Google Assistant and Alexa​

Measurements​

Parameter	Philips PHI40PFL47​	SAMSUNG UN40N5200AFXZA​
D x W x H​	-​	2.9"D x 36.3"W x 20.9"H​
Item Weight​	12.8 Pounds​	7.2 Kilograms​
Screen Size​	39.5 Inches​	40 Inches​

Conclusion​

Product	PROS AND CONS​
Philips PHI40PFL47​	Pros • Easy to set up • Beautiful HD picture quality • Lots of free channels available • Simple process to add channels • Convenient wifi setup Cons • Remote control is unclear and not user-friendly • Screen issues (half completely black) leading to potential repair costs Overall Impression The TV offers a great viewing experience with its HD picture and access to numerous free channels, making it a strong choice for those seeking simplicity and quality. However, issues with the remote and a significant screen malfunction detract from its overall reliability and user satisfaction.
SAMSUNG UN40N5200AFXZA​	Pros • Excellent picture quality • Good price point • Smart TV features with app integration • Easy to set up (with patience) • Compatibility with Roku streaming device for enhanced remote control Cons • Optical sound volume control does not function • Setup requires a Samsung account, which can be annoying • Limited audio customization options (no individual sound adjustments) • Remote control design could be improved (key placement and functionality) • Some features like the colored buttons seem unnecessary Overall Impression This Samsung smart TV offers a great viewing experience with its superior picture quality and smart features, making it a solid choice for consumers. However, the issue with optical sound volume control and limited audio customization detracts from its overall functionality. While the setup process can be a bit cumbersome, the value for money is commendable, especially when paired with additional streaming devices for a better user experience.