Samsung UE55KU6100 55″ vs Panasonic TX55DS500B 55″ TV Comparison
Thanks for stopping by to read our review and product comparison of the Samsung UE55KU6100 and the Panasonic TX55DS500B which are available from at the best price from Currys at just £669 and £599.
Samsung UE55KU6100 55″
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Panasonic TX55DS500B 55″
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Brand
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Samsung |
Panasonic |
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Key Features
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Colour
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Black |
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Screen Type
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LED bottom lit |
LED directlit |
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Screen Size
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55″ |
55″ |
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Resolution
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3840 x 2160 |
1920 x 1080 |
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Motion Rate
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N/A |
N/A |
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Connections
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– HDMI x 3 – USB 2.0 x 2 |
– HDMI x 2 (ARC compatible x 1) – SCART x 1 – Component input x 1 – Composite input x 1 – USB 2.0 x 1 |
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TV Tuner
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DVB-T2 Freeview HD Tuner |
DVB-T2 Freeview HD Tuner |
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Programme Guide
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N/A |
7-day EPG and 7-day catch up with Freetime |
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Speakers
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N/A |
2 |
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Audio Power
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20 W |
20 W |
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Sound Enhancement
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Dolby Digital Plus |
V-Audio |
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Other Features
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Sleep timer |
tbc |
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Energy Rating
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A |
A+ |
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On Mode Power Consumption
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111 W |
87 W |
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Annual Power Consumption
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154 kWh |
121 kWh |
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Box Content
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– Samsung UE55KU6100 Smart 4K Ultra HD HDR 55″ Curved LED TV – Smart remote control – Standard remote control – User manual – E-manual – AC power cable – Battery |
– Panasonic VIERA TX-55DS500B Smart 55″ LED TV – Standard remote control – User manual – Batteries – Table top stand – Fixing screws |
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Dimensions
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– Unboxed: 718.6 x 1241.7 x 111.9 mm (H x W x D) – Unboxed with stand: 779.3 x 1241.7 x 310.5 mm (H x W x D) – Boxed: 819 x 1427 x 195 mm (H x W x D) |
– Unboxed: 721 x 1244 x 68 mm (H x W x D) – Unboxed with stand: 770 x 1244 x 235 mm (H x W x D) – Boxed: 808 x 1610 x 151 mm (H x W x D) |
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Weight
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– Unboxed: 16.2 kg – Unboxed with stand: 17.2 kg – Boxed: 26.02 kg |
– Unboxed: 17 kg – Unboxed with stand: 19 kg – Boxed: 23.65 kg |
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Guarantee
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1 year |
1 year |
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Brightness
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N/A |
N/A |
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Review Score
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9.4 out of 10 |
9.3 out of 10 |
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Price
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£669.00 |
£599.00 |
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Buy
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Getting the best TV for your budget
Clearly you want to get the most for your money. That’s the very reason for this comparison. Chances are you’ve nailed down your decision between the Samsung UE55KU6100 and the Panasonic TX55DS500B and now just need to know which one to go for. The feature list above provides a side-by-side comparison of the two televisions to help you make that final decision. Features will of course be an important part of that decision, such as the screen resolution, whether it offers 4K and features such as smart TV functionality. We only provide comparisons on TV’s that we recommend, and also from suppliers that we trust.
What do the Samsung UE55KU6100 and the Panasonic TX55DS500B offer
It’s pretty obvious at this point that both televisions are great value for money. The feature list above really helps to clarify that. But there are of course some features that one set has, and the other won’t. The Samsung UE55KU6100 offers a screen resolution of 3840 x 2160 with a screen that offers LED bottom lit. The sound system integrated into the set has N/A speakers with a 20 W power output. It also benefits from DVB-T2 Freeview HD Tuner and a range of connectors. The Panasonic TX55DS500B offers 1920 x 1080 resolution on LED directlit. As part of the kit you get DVB-T2 Freeview HD Tuner, 2 speakers with an audio output of 20 W.
Total Dimensions and unit Weight
Before you go ahead and click the buy button just make sure that you properly measure the area, surface or wall that your TV will be mounted or stood. It’s all very well going for a huge screen but it needs to be practical too, so ensure you have sufficient space first.
Box content for UE55KU6100 and TX55DS500B
The Samsung UE55KU6100 includes: – Samsung UE55KU6100 Smart 4K Ultra HD HDR 55″ Curved LED TV – Smart remote control – Standard remote control – User manual – E-manual – AC power cable – Battery.
The Panasonic TX55DS500B includes: – Panasonic VIERA TX-55DS500B Smart 55″ LED TV – Standard remote control – User manual – Batteries – Table top stand – Fixing screws.
UE55KU6100 and TX55DS500B Reviews
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Samsung UE55KU6100 Scored: 9.4 out of 10.
Panasonic TX55DS500B Scored: 9.3 out of 10.
Energy efficiency rating
Thanks to the introduction of LED technology in televisions over recent years, many of our TV sets now offer an A+ energy rating. The energy rating is important for those that are conscious of their environmental impact, and those that need to consider ongoing running costs. The Samsung UE55KU6100 has an energy efficiency rating of A with an annual energy consumption of just 154 kWh, whereas the Panasonic TX55DS500B has a rating of A+ and an annual energy consumption of 121 kWh.
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