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Samsung UN43J5200 43 Inch 1080p Smart LED TV 2015 Model
Last Updated: April 8, 2019 (Refresh Now)
7.6
SCORE
/10
Total Reviews
998
Old Reviews
456
Unverified
100
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Full HD 1080p
RESOLUTION
LED
TYPE
Yes
WIFI
Yes
HDMI
Review Analysis - 442 recent, verified reviews
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Picture Quality
62quality, size, picture and sound, clear, tv
+97%
-3%
" ... The picture is very clear and colorful. ... "
" ... Awesome size and picture quality. ... "
" ... Picture quality a lot better than expected ... "
" ... The picture of this tv is excellent, however there is a continuous sound skipping. ... "
" ... Great fidelity & images ... "
" ... Good picture & sound. ... "
" ... I think its a great picture and TV for the price. ... "
" ... easy to setup and very good picture. ... "
Price
51money, waste, worth, tv, smart
+76%
-24%
" ... Great for price! ... "
" ... Would buy again, worth it and more. ... "
" ... Great tv for the price we got it at. ... "
" ... Can't beat the quality for the price. ... "
" ... Amazing TV for the price. ... "
" ... Overall, a decent TV for the price. ... "
" ... Was on sale at a good price. ... "
" ... I think its a great picture and TV for the price. ... "
Product Reliability
42year, tv, years, stopped, working
+29%
-71%
" ... We've had this tv for 1.5 years. ... We only use it a couple of times a month. ... "
" ... later realized its the TV. ... "
" ... After a year and half TV screen stopped powering on. ... "
" ... After exactly 1 year the wireless wifi stopped working. ... "
" ... Getting refurbished I figured it could die quickly or not be the greatest thing . ... but I didn't realize it was going to be unusable and defective. ... "
" ... This TV just stopped working screen went gray and then nothing and its only 18 months old. ... "
" ... TV is unusable less than a year after purchase. ... "
" ... Keeps turning off :( ONLY had it just over a year ... "
Marketplace
34seller, amazon, refurbished, works as advertised, response
+76%
-24%
" ... This worked as advertised. ... "
" ... We bought this during Amazon Prime Week and it was a steal. ... "
" ... We bought this during Amazon Prime Week and it was a steal. ... "
" ... Nice tv, good picture. ... "
" ... Everything works as advertised ... "
" ... Now I bought this TV back in December of 2016. ... The picture is very clear and colorful. ... "
" ... It is as described. ... "
" ... It works great and would recommend this seller! ... "
Display Clarity
30tv, samsung, black, lines, resolution
+17%
-83%
" ... This samsung defaults to the grainy screen (see pic) with each click of the remote. ... Tech support is responsive but this tv feels less smart each time i turn it on and stare at a black screen waiting for something to load. ... "
" ... Now its flicking black screen. ... "
" ... This TV just stopped working screen went gray and then nothing and its only 18 months old. ... "
" ... Now its flicking black screen. ... "
" ... It was delivered with a huge crack down the middle of the screen ... "
" ... resolution suffers on S5 Marshmellow. ... "
" ... Not to mention this was the second TV they sent me since the first one had a shattered screen. ... "
" ... Lines going all across the screen was never able to use the TV even for a day. ... "
Device Compatibility
29smart, smart hub, samsung, wireless, wait
+72%
-28%
" ... Works easily, and even my kids can figure out how to work the smart TV system ... "
" ... The wireless connection worked great. ... "
" ... I use mine to stream from various devices (chromecast, laptop, game consoles). ... A switch or hub would be a great companion purchase. ... "
" ... Nice TV, works great. ... "
" ... I am currently using it as a monitor for a high end computer system and it performs with ease. ... "
" ... Works easily, and even my kids can figure out how to work the smart TV system ... "
" ... WORKS FANTASTIC OVER WIRELESS ... "
" ... I love the new tv. ... "
Sound Quality
28tv, speakers, picture, audio, sounds
+75%
-25%
" ... Even the sound quality is impressive compared to what I was expecting. ... "
" ... Good picture & sound. ... "
" ... I would have given it a 5 star, sounds great, picture great, but it dims after a while . ... "
" ... Sound better than I expected. ... "
" ... Picture and sound quality are fine. ... "
" ... Sound not too great, would suggest a sound bar or some other auxiliary sound. ... "
" ... Beautiful picture and sound. ... "
" ... The screen resolution provides a clear picture with beautiful color, and the internal speakers sufficiently fill a room. ... "
Apps
21netflix, app, wait, tv, turning
+43%
-57%
" ... You can get only a few apps and they are difficult to find. ... I have just been trying to sign into a website because I cannot get the App I want and, after signing in, the picture just disappears. ... "
" ... I’m finding that there are several major apps NOT available on Samsung. ... Can’t get CBS all access ... "
" ... It takes several minutes for the Smart Hub to start up enough to open any apps. ... Third, it tends to log us out of apps and shut apps down unexpectedly. ... "
" ... When you get past that, netflix and amazon are the only apps that loaded (most times) without a glitch. ... "
" ... I use apps and no direct connection to cable or satellite. ... "
" ... The apps also crash occasionally — sometimes more than once in a single sitting, which is MADDENING. ... "
" ... It works except the smart apps take forever usually about 5 spaced out clicks to get to the apps then another 12-15 spaced out clicks sometimes more to choose any app. ... Putting netflix or youtube on is such a long process it's a nightmare. ... "
" ... When you get past that, netflix and amazon are the only apps that loaded (most times) without a glitch. ... "
Software Platform
20netflix, tv, wait, smart, smart hub
+35%
-65%
" ... it always gives me a "preparing tv-try again later" error. ... "
" ... It works except the smart apps take forever usually about 5 spaced out clicks to get to the apps then another 12-15 spaced out clicks sometimes more to choose any app. ... "
" ... The apps also crash occasionally — sometimes more than once in a single sitting, which is MADDENING. ... "
" ... I’m finding that there are several major apps NOT available on Samsung. ... "
" ... Try a Roku TV instead. ... When you get past that, netflix and amazon are the only apps that loaded (most times) without a glitch. ... "
" ... I've even tried resetting it, but it always gives me a "preparing your TV" message in the first the first few minutes when I try to access an app. ... That means when I want to watch Netflix, I have to be prepared for my TV to "warm up". ... The apps also crash occasionally — sometimes more than once in a single sitting, which is MADDENING. ... "
" ... Have to wait at least 15 minutes before accessing "smart hub" if not I get an error message saying "Preparing TV" ... Now the TV has started to turn off mid stream on Netflix or YouTube, and then suddenly turn back on but to regular TV and not the smart feature I was previously on. ... This then restarts that 15 minute wait on the TV "preparing" and you can't access the smart hub. ... "
" ... You can get only a few apps and they are difficult to find. ... I have just been trying to sign into a website because I cannot get the App I want and, after signing in, the picture just disappears. ... "
Capacity
19tv, living room, small, room, guest
+100%
" ... We have an external antenna connected to it (no cable) and it's perfect for our guest bedroom. ... "
" ... Will end up buying bigger for other locations throughout my home ... "
" ... Perfect size for bedroom. ... "
" ... I plan to get a bigger one for my living. ... "
" ... We purchase this TV for our living room. ... "
" ... It has been in my bedroom ever since. ... "
" ... Nice little TV for the price in a small area for guests. ... "
" ... Perfect TV for a small area, like a bedroom or a office. ... "
Ease of Use
18easy to use, tv, picture, install, easy to install
+94%
-6%
" ... Easy to install. ... "
" ... easy to setup and very good picture. ... "
" ... Easy to install. ... "
" ... works great, now I have to learn how to use all the goods on it. ... "
" ... Manufacturers seem to assume that we are all tech-savvy, or that we prefer to look up the directions online. ... I want to be able to turn to the page I need in order to make adjustments. ... "
" ... Wonderful tv, and perfectly easy to use. ... "
" ... Great TV very lite and easy to move about. ... "
" ... It was very easy to put together. ... The size of the TV also made those moves easy. ... "
Product As Described
18works as advertised, described, advertised, size, promised
+100%
" ... It is as described. ... "
" ... Everything works as advertised ... "
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
" ... Nice tv, good picture. ... "
" ... The picture is very clear and colorful. ... "
" ... Everything as promised. ... "
" ... Product as advertised. ... "
" ... It is as described. ... "
Screen Protection
14tv, lines, huge, black, vertical
+7%
-93%
" ... Yesterday the screen died. ... "
" ... It was delivered with a huge crack down the middle of the screen ... "
" ... I received that damage TV with something leaving from inside the screen trying to get out and scratching screen so at the same time I saw it trying to return but that's not easy. ... "
" ... It was delivered with a huge crack down the middle of the screen ... "
" ... Like others, after a little more than two years of ownership, I have 4 white vertical lines on the screen. ... "
" ... There are lines all across the screen. ... "
" ... Now its flicking black screen. ... "
" ... Now its flicking black screen. ... "
Ports
13ports, smart hub, hdmi ports, hdmi, issue
+46%
-54%
" ... Have to wait at least two minutes after turning it on to open smart hub. ... "
" ... I thought maybe a cable issue, connection issue and unplugged and restarted. ... "
" ... The sound is not great and after just a year, the HDMI ports on the back are loose and the TV connections go in and out all the time. ... "
" ... The sound is not great and after just a year, the HDMI ports on the back are loose and the TV connections go in and out all the time. ... "
" ... Watching live TV is fine, but the Smart Hub is really disappointing. ... "
" ... All HDMI ports failed 6 months after warranty ended. ... "
" ... And on top of everything the "smart" features are very slow, even when connconnected to the internet using LAN cables. ... "
Remote
12tv, control, without a remote, menu, buttons
+17%
-83%
" ... The remote refuse to work change batteries, call services desk. ... Once the remote goes your TV is of no use. ... "
" ... The red light is on but nothing happens when I press the button on the remote or television. ... "
" ... Picture is fine, but the remote's UI sucks, and it changes inputs only if it feels like doing so. ... "
" ... Was issues with the remote vs the TV from day one. ... "
" ... The red light is on but nothing happens when I press the button on the remote or television. ... "
" ... This samsung defaults to the grainy screen (see pic) with each click of the remote. ... Next the remote is cramped with buttons making navigation confusing. ... "
" ... The remote to TV is extremely slow. ... "
" ... Never would turn on when new out of box using either remote or power button on tv. ... "
Setup
11easy, set, picture, instructions, install
+91%
-9%
" ... easy to setup and very good picture. ... "
" ... easy to setup and very good picture. ... "
" ... If you don’t want to have to read instructions or put much effort in, you should be good with this product. ... Cable and Wi-Fi setup was also a painless process. ... "
" ... If you don’t want to have to read instructions or put much effort in, you should be good with this product. ... Cable and Wi-Fi setup was also a painless process. ... "
" ... Easy to install. ... "
" ... Easy to install. ... "
" ... Set up was quick and easy. ... "
" ... Set up almost instantly. ... "
Delivery
11product, fast shipping, damaged, box, promised
+82%
-18%
" ... product arrived on time and as expected. ... "
" ... Everything as promised. ... "
" ... New in box. ... "
" ... The price was fair for the TV I received. ... "
" ... I've been in contact with "Good As New Electronics" and so far they have been generous with a pre-paid shipping label and are working with me but we'll see how it goes when I get it back. ... "
Resolution
101080p, hd, smart, samsung, resolution
+100%
" ... Clarity could have been better as my Tivo auto set the video resolution to 720p not 1080. ... "
" ... Answer: I do have a no brand TV (Avera 49 inch 4k TV) and while the Avera does display 4k content and looks a little bit sharper honestly I wouldn't take the Avera over this if the price was the same. ... "
" ... Very pleased with tv, great picture and smart tv! ... "
" ... I love my new TV it's the perfect size (43'), clear HD picture, and great sound. ... "
" ... Samsung UN40J5200 40-Inch 1080p Smart LED TV . ... "
" ... Samsung UN40J5200 40-Inch 1080p Smart LED TV . ... "
" ... The HD is so much easier for her to see. ... "
Build Quality
9side, seems, legs, leg, using
+78%
-22%
" ... -Excellent build quality I have had it for for more than 2 years and I bought it refurbished and still works as the very first day ... "
" ... Samsung is reliable and sturdy. ... "
" ... Samsung is reliable and sturdy. ... "
" ... It was just the right side and I put it on a rolling stand ( which I purchased here at AMAZON,) so, it sits right at the bottom of her bed and rolls under the bed. ... "
" ... Very satisfied with case ... "
" ... It was very easy to put together. ... "
" ... I had no problems with using the product and it seems to be very solidly made. ... "
Video Playback
8movies, videos, video, youtube, netflix
+63%
-38%
" ... It works perfectly for my needs, OK for TV shows, movies ecc . ... "
" ... great for watching amazon, netflicks hbo, movies and more. ... "
" ... Video and audio quality are both very good. ... "
" ... Watching it everyday! ... "
" ... We haven't been anywhere with it yet but we had to stream a movie from NetFlix the first night to check it out. ... "
Wifi
8wi fi, tv, slow, connection, year
+63%
-38%
" ... It's had no problems connecting to Wi-Fi and no issues with me casting my cellphone screen to it. ... "
" ... Even if you need to log into a browser to access your Wi-Fi, this TV allows you to do that. ... "
" ... Cable and Wi-Fi setup was also a painless process. ... Even if you need to log into a browser to access your Wi-Fi, this TV allows you to do that. ... "
" ... My wi-fi works fine with all my other devices, including another version of a samsung tv. ... "
" ... The wireless connection worked great. ... "
Color
7screen, deeper, blacks, tv, speakers
+71%
-29%
" ... Response time is good not great and picture quality is really really good even though I wish blacks were a little bit deeper but hey is no OLED display. ... "
" ... The screen resolution provides a clear picture with beautiful color, and the internal speakers sufficiently fill a room. ... "
" ... I love the size and colors. ... "
" ... The picture is very clear and colorful. ... "
ISP
7internet, connection, speed
+86%
-14%
" ... works well and should be allowed ... "
" ... WORKS FANTASTIC OVER WIRELESS ... "
" ... I had no problem setting up the tv. ... "
" ... The wireless connection worked great. ... "
" ... The wireless connection worked great. ... "
For Kids
6bought, year, tv, daughter
+100%
" ... Bought this for my daughter. ... "
" ... This TV has been great for me to take through my third year of college. ... "
" ... This TV has been great for me to take through my third year of college. ... "
Lagging
6restart, preparing, delay, crash
-100%
" ... Its nice but it takes forever to start up and crashes often. ... "
" ... Slowly started pixilation and freezing. ... "
" ... Second, the audio delay is super annoying. ... "
" ... I've even tried resetting it, but it always gives me a "preparing your TV" message in the first the first few minutes when I try to access an app. ... The crash will cause my whole TV to restart, meaning not only is my viewing interrupted, but I have to wait a couple minutes again for it to "warm up" before I can restart an app. ... "
" ... The chanells go in and out snd it freezes a lot. ... "
" ... Only problem (more like annoyance) would be that you have to wait somewhere between 2-5 minutes after you turn the TV on to be able to open anything in the SmartHub. ... "
Cables
6cable company, issue, connection, came, wi
+50%
-50%
" ... I thought maybe a cable issue, connection issue and unplugged and restarted. ... "
" ... Do not buy if you do not have a cable box. ... "
" ... Do not buy if you do not have a cable box. ... "
Returns
6disappointed, would, turn, send, replacement
-100%
" ... I didn't want to chance it and then find out it would cost $$$$ to have it repaired. ... "
" ... Will be returning. ... "
" ... TV sent did not work. ... Upon discovery, I tried to file for a refund/replacement, which was denied. ... "
" ... The only reason I did not return it was because my sister threw out the box as soon as it was opened. ... "
Features
6smart, functions, feature, box, ask
+83%
-17%
" ... Many great features. ... "
" ... Wanted a new tv with smart features. ... "
" ... Smart TV features are a waste of money if you are going to mainly use it with an android TV box. ... "
Controls
5remote, button, tv, turn, screen
-100%
" ... Worse of all no buttons on this kind of TV so you can't even manually try to fix it. ... ones with out buttons. ... "
" ... screen shut down just like that with the power button blinking red. ... "
" ... Next the remote is cramped with buttons making navigation confusing. ... "
" ... Next the remote is cramped with buttons making navigation confusing. ... "
" ... The red light is on but nothing happens when I press the button on the remote or television. ... "
As Gift
5christmas, delivering, daughter
+100%
" ... A gift from my son. ... "
" ... this was my Christmas gift to myself and it fit just right in my little apartment it makes the room look much better and it go's with everything in my little house ... "
" ... A gift for my daughter's family. ... "
" ... A gift for my daughter's family. ... "
Overall performance
4works, loading, bit
+25%
-75%
" ... Its nice but it takes forever to start up and crashes often. ... "
" ... computer to slow ... "
" ... computer to slow ... "
Defective Delivery
4refurbished, product, item
-100%
" ... It was broken when I received it ... "
" ... Product was damaged upon arrival. ... "
" ... but I didn't realize it was going to be unusable and defective. ... "
" ... It's refurbished item . ... "
Weight
4light, picture, good
+100%
" ... You may expect the 40-inch TV to be heavy or large for lifting, but handy packaging and a light weight make it much easier. ... "
" ... You may expect the 40-inch TV to be heavy or large for lifting, but handy packaging and a light weight make it much easier. ... "
" ... super light weight and the picture is great-- good bang for your buck! ... "
" ... Beautiful picture and very light weight. ... "
Design
4good
+100%
" ... Looks nice and works well ... "
" ... Love it works and looks good ... "
" ... Love it works and looks good ... "
" ... Very satisfied with case ... "
Device Stand
3mount, tv, stand, smart, setup
+100%
" ... Purchased to install on a wall mount in a physicians office. ... "
" ... The setup on our new wall mount was simple. ... "
" ... The setup on our new wall mount was simple. ... "
Original Product
3item
-100%
" ... It's refurbished item . ... "
" ... I thought maybe I brought a refurbished TV. ... "
Display Size
3small, screen, inch
+100%
" ... It’s easy to use and has many great qualities including its size, screen, and price! ... "
" ... I got myself the 32 inch, thought it'll be too small but it's a great size. ... "
Network
3slow, guest, external, disconnects, connected
+67%
-33%
" ... We have an external antenna connected to it (no cable) and it's perfect for our guest bedroom. ... "
" ... We have an external antenna connected to it (no cable) and it's perfect for our guest bedroom. ... "
Size
3small, inch
+100%
" ... I got myself the 32 inch, thought it'll be too small but it's a great size. ... I'd reccomend this tv too anyone who's looking for a decent size tv. ... "
" ... Got this to use in our 5th wheel trailer. ... "
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Specifications
Connectivity
WiFi: Yes
HDMI: Yes
Number of USB ports: 1
USB: Yes
Display
Resolution: Full HD 1080p
Type: LED
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