Full Review
Introduction
Scraping the bottom of the 2011 Samsung barrel, we found the diminutive Samsung UN26D4003 ($350 MSRP). This television can only be intended for use as a secondary television, with an awkwardly sized 720p resolution, a total lack of features and not much in the way of connectivity. Using LED backlighting to keep the profile thin, the strong point of this entry-level television is aesthetics, not performance.
Editorial Note: This is a review of the Samsung UN26D4003. Test results are for this model, but should indicate the general performance of other sizes in the UNxxD4003 series. The UNxxD4003 series includes the following models: UN19D4003, UN26D4003 and UN32D4003. Read here for more details on series differences.
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Page 1
Tour & Design
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Page 2
Blacks & Whites
Auto dimming makes for peculiar results, but we know the real story. Read More... |
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Color Accuracy
Not a great set of colors with a small range of color detail. Read More... |
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Motion
Demonstrated presentable motion performance, but resolution scaling was ugly. Read More... |
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Viewing Effects
A wide viewing angle for an LCD, but the screen reflects light like glass. Read More... |
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Calibration
Learn about the calibration settings for the Samsung UN26D4003. Read More... |
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Connectivity
Where are all the ports!? Read More... |
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Audio & Menus
Weak audio performance, but a great menu and informative instruction manual Read More... |
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Multimedia & Internet
One USB port with limited playback, and no internet connections on this low-end TV. Read More... |
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Power Consumption
Requires very little power to operate Read More... |
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Vs Samusn UN32D4000
 We compare the UN26D4003 to the UN32D4000. Read More... |
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Vs VIZIO E320VP
 We compare the UN26D4003 to the E320VP. Read More... |
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Vs LG 37LK450
 We compare the UN26D4003 to the 37LK450. Read More... |
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Conclusion
Read our final conclusion of the Samsung UN26D4003. Read More... |
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Series Comparison
Read about the difference between the models in the UNxxD4003 series Read More... |
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Page 16
Photo Gallery
See photos of the Samsung UN26D4003 Read More... |
Part 17
Comments
Read what people are saying about the Samsung UN26D4003. Add your comments... |
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