Five affordable 32-inch TVs released in 2020

Launched in 2020, the Hisense TV represents the entry-level price segment. The case of the model is made in black color, and legs widely spaced on the sides are offered for placement on the pedestal. At the back there are holes for wall fixing ( VESA 100×200 mm).

One of the features of Hisense 32A5600F is the Direct LED backlight. It involves the location of the LEDs on the entire rear surface of the matrix. The main advantages of this solution against the background of a simpler side illumination (Edge LED technology) are the maximum uniformity of illumination and the absence of glare at the edges of the display.

Also, due to Direct LED, the picture on the screen is very bright, but the main advantage is the high contrast ratio (4000:1). In complete darkness or in a darkened room, blacks and blacks look deep and realistic, making this TV a good choice for movie viewing.

According to the manufacturer, the quality of color reproduction is also at its best, for the optimization of which the Natural Color Enhancer technology is responsible. The shortcomings by today's standards include a resolution of 1366x768 pixels, but for such a diagonal, this is quite typical.

Hisense 32A5600F is equipped with a digital tuner with all broadcasting standards required today. The audio system is represented by a pair of speakers of 6 W each. Plus, support for DBX-TV technology is announced, which can automatically adjust the volume, muffling it during commercials and increasing it during quiet conversations.

To connect third-party devices, say, a mouse or keyboard, a pair of USB connectors is offered, also “on board” 2 HDMI v 1.4, a mini-Jack for headphones, a composite input and an optical output.

To expand the multimedia potential of the TV, it must be connected to the Internet using a cable (LAN) or Wi-Fi. "Smart" platform Vidaa U version 2.5 is characterized by a user-friendly interface, fast operation, built-in Opera browser and pre-installed popular media services. But the set of additional applications available for installation is smaller than that of the main competitors.

Otherwise, Hisense 32A5600F seems like a worthy inexpensive solution for watching movies or media content in small rooms and / or in the country.

The Kivi TV is positioned as one of the most affordable Android models on the market. It uses the Android TV shell of the ninth version, which has all the advantages of modern smart platforms, including quick response to user commands, an intuitive menu, as well as a rich selection of installed and downloadable applications. By the way, for the latest Kivi 32H710KB has 8 GB of internal memory.

A nice addition to the "smart" features is a remote with a microphone for voice control and interaction with Google Assistant. It is also possible to integrate the TV into the Google ecosystem.

Kivi 32H710KB features a 32-inch SVA-matrix, which is traditionally characterized by a good level of contrast and rich, but quite natural colors. The Uniformity+ technology is designed to eliminate the possibility of backlighting and ensure excellent backlight uniformity (in fact, this is a direct Direct LED backlight).

Support for HDR(HDR10 standard) is also announced, but you should definitely not expect miracles from it, because the peak brightness of the matrix corresponds to entry-level solutions, and the maximum detail is limited to HD quality.

In addition to Wi-Fi, the model is equipped with a Bluetooth module. It will help you “over the air” connect various external devices to the TV, for example, headphones or speakers. Although its own 16-watt speaker system for such a diagonal is also very good.

There are also enough wired interfaces: 3 HDMI, 2 USB, mini-Jack and an optical input. But the lack of a digital TV tuner for satellite broadcasting is a minus, because it will not allow us to consider the model as the best solution for a summer house or a house where there are no cable networks.

Kivi 32H710KB is a suitable TV for those who want Android TV with convenient controls “for cheap”.

The 32-inch TV, which received a light body, belongs to the initial solutions of the Samsung lineup. At the same time, various picture quality enhancement technologies are implemented here, which is designed to provide a pleasant viewing experience.

So, to enhance the contrast, the Samsung UE-32T4510 has a Contrast Enhancer, and to improve the quality of color reproduction - PurColor. Plus, not the highest resolution (1366x768 pixels), also software-improved by the Ultra Clean View function, which should increase the detail in dark scenes.

The TV is capable of playing HDR content, but such support is unlikely to allow the viewer to count on the “wow” effect (brightness and detail are not enough).

The Samsung UE-32T4510 matrix has a basic refresh rate of 60 Hz by today's standards, but thanks to the Picture Quality Index in dynamic scenes, it can be programmatically increased to 900 fps. As a result, in action movies and sports broadcasts, users will be able to contemplate a smoother video sequence than on most models of the same price segment. The same feature will also come in handy for fans of games, both in conjunction with a PC and when connecting desktop game consoles.

The TV is based on the proprietary Tizen OS with the Smart Hub user interface. It can be used to access streaming services, launch various multimedia applications, surf the Internet, and more. An additional bonus is AirPlay 2 support, which allows content to be transferred to TV and controlled from "apple" devices.

Among other features, it is worth highlighting the presence of a 10-watt audio system and a digital TV tuner with all popular broadcasting formats.

The Samsung UE-32T4510 is one of the most affordable manufacturer's TVs on the market, which does not prevent it from having certain "goodies" like AirPlay 2 or good video smoothness.

Among Philips 32-inch models, the 32PFS6855 TV belongs to the older versions of 2020, as it received a screen with Full HD resolution. Given the small size of the display, this resolution provides excellent image clarity when playing relevant content.

And the Pixel Plus HD processor should bring out the detail in lower-quality input, such as when streaming or broadcasting cable TV channels. It is stated that post-processing can also improve other video parameters, including contrast, brightness and color reproduction.

To match the picture in Philips 32PFS6855 and acoustic capabilities. If many competitors in this price segment have a total audio system power of 10 watts, then each of the pair of full-range speakers has 8 watts. And there is also an automatic volume control, responsible for good speech audibility, and flexible manual settings using a 5-band equalizer.

Will please the TV and fans of games. Firstly, when connected via HDMI, a low input lag (input lag) of up to 20 ms is provided. Secondly, there is support for high dynamic range content (HDR10 and HLG), thanks to which, at least, it is realistic to achieve better image visibility in darkened game battles.

The model is capable of broadcasting content from digital broadcasting networks, from external connected devices (via wired interfaces or via Wi-Fi), as well as from the Internet. The role of Smart TV is performed by the fast shell Saphi TV, which has a clear menu and convenient access to running multimedia sites like Netflix, YouTube or Prime Video. True, the choice of additional applications here is still poor.

The Philips 32PFS6855 is a TV that will perform well in a variety of usage scenarios, whether you're watching TV in the kitchen, watching movies in the living room, or even as a gaming monitor in the children's room. And if 32 inches is not enough, then you should take a closer look at the related 43-inch version - 43PFS6855. But keep in mind that both models are devoid of Philips proprietary chips - Ambilight backlight.

Samsung's entry-level Series 5 is a direct successor to the 2018 UE-32N5300. He received a newer version of the “smart” Tizen platform, as well as support for Miracast and AirPlay 2 wireless technologies. The latter allow you to transfer content to a TV from mobile devices, respectively, on Android and iOS.

The Samsung UE-32T5300 also has a higher dynamic scene index (PQI of 1000 versus 500 fps of its predecessor), so fast-paced content should be played here more smoothly and with fewer artifacts.

Samsung UE-32T5300 is equipped with a 32-inch screen with a resolution of 1920 by 1080 pixels and a refresh rate of 50 Hz. For even better image detail, the Ultra Clean View function is offered, which eliminates distortion and enhances the clarity of drawing fine details.

Implemented and other technologies to improve image quality. So, PurColor will add naturalness to color reproduction, and Contrast Enhancer will increase the contrast level. There is also support for HDR content, but due to the lack of peak brightness, the difference against the background of SDR is unlikely to be stunning.

According to users, the TV pleases with large viewing angles: when deviating from the center of the display, the picture is almost not distorted and does not become faded. For a relatively small diagonal, this feature is really important, because the most advantageous seats in the "auditorium" (right in front of the screen) are received by no more than two people. By the way, given the good uniformity of colors, the model will be an excellent choice for fans of sports broadcasts.

The Wi-Fi module allows you to connect to the Internet without wires, although there is also a LAN connector, as well as a set of standard wired interfaces. The TV is equipped with a 2-channel 10 W audio system, a modern digital tuner and a universal remote control with support for voice assistants. True, interaction with them and voice control in general is not available for all regions.

According to the totality of the declared parameters and capabilities, the Samsung UE-32T5300 is one of the best low-cost 32-inch TVs in 2020.