Seiki SE42UA01UK 42″ vs JVC LT42C550 42″ TV Comparison
Thanks for stopping by to read our review and product comparison of the Seiki SE42UA01UK and the JVC LT42C550 which are available from at the best price from Currys at just £279 and £249.
Seiki SE42UA01UK 42″
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JVC LT42C550 42″
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Brand
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Seiki |
JVC |
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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 directlit |
LED directlit |
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Screen Size
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42″ |
42″ |
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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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60 Hz |
50 / 60 Hz |
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Connections
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– HDMI 2.0 (ARC compatible) x 1 – HDMI x 4 – SCART x 1 – Component input x 1 – Composite input x 1 – USB 2.0 x 1 |
– HDMI x 3 (ARC compatible x 1) – SCART x 1 – SVGA 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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7-day EPG with 7-day catch up with Freeview Play |
8-day EPG |
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Speakers
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2 |
2 |
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Audio Power
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16 W |
8 W |
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Sound Enhancement
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N/A |
DTS TruSurround |
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Other Features
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N/A |
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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67 W |
51 W |
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Annual Power Consumption
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98 kWh |
75 kWh |
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Box Content
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– Seiki SE42UA01UK 4K Ultra HD 42″ LED TV – Standard remote control – User manual – Quick start guide – Battery – Mini AV cable |
– JVC LT-42C550 42″ LED TV – AC power cable – Standard remote control – Batteries – Screws |
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Dimensions
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– Unboxed: 561 x 952 x 89 mm (H x W x D) – Unboxed with stand: 600 x 952 x 208 mm (H x W x D) – Boxed: 655 x 1070 x 175 mm (H x W x D) |
– Unboxed: 554 x 947 x 69 mm (H x W x D) – Unboxed with stand: 592 x 947 x 209 mm (H x W x D) – Boxed: 640 x 1030 x 137 mm (H x W x D) |
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Weight
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– Unboxed: 7.5 kg – Unboxed with stand: 7.6 kg |
– Unboxed: 7.5 kg – Unboxed with stand: 8.1 kg – Boxed: 10.3 kg |
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Guarantee
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1 year |
1 year |
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Brightness
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220 cd/m_ |
270 cd/m_ |
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Review Score
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8.0 out of 10 |
8.1 out of 10 |
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Price
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£279.00 |
£249.00 |
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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 Seiki SE42UA01UK and the JVC LT42C550 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 Seiki SE42UA01UK and the JVC LT42C550 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 Seiki SE42UA01UK offers a screen resolution of 3840 x 2160 with a screen that offers LED directlit. The sound system integrated into the set has 2 speakers with a 16 W power output. It also benefits from DVB-T2 Freeview HD Tuner and a range of connectors. The JVC LT42C550 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 8 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 SE42UA01UK and LT42C550
The Seiki SE42UA01UK includes: – Seiki SE42UA01UK 4K Ultra HD 42″ LED TV – Standard remote control – User manual – Quick start guide – Battery – Mini AV cable.
The JVC LT42C550 includes: – JVC LT-42C550 42″ LED TV – AC power cable – Standard remote control – Batteries – Screws.
SE42UA01UK and LT42C550 Reviews
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Seiki SE42UA01UK Scored: 8.0 out of 10.
JVC LT42C550 Scored: 8.1 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 Seiki SE42UA01UK has an energy efficiency rating of A with an annual energy consumption of just 98 kWh, whereas the JVC LT42C550 has a rating of A+ and an annual energy consumption of 75 kWh.
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