Hisense A4 Series 40-inch
Score: 75/100
Insignia F50 Series 50-inch
Score: 78/100Rankings
The Insignia 50" F50 Series is an affordable 4K TV with HDR10 and Alexa-enabled Fire TV, delivering solid picture quality for its price. Its 60 Hz panel, lack of Bluetooth, and modest brightness limit performance in bright rooms and fast-action content. Best suited for budget-conscious households seeking a large smart TV for casual viewing.
The Hisense 40-inch A4 Series TV offers a Full Array LED panel, Fire TV platform and DTS:X audio, making it a solid budget choice for secondary rooms. Its limited 1080p resolution, low brightness and modest motion handling keep it from competing with higher-end models. Best suited for viewers who prioritize easy streaming and decent sound over 4K detail or bright-room performance.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
40 inches | 50 inchesbest | |
— | 60 Hzbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 16 msbest | — |
— | 3best | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 199 Wbest |
200 nitsbest | — | |
— | 1best | |
| ↓ lower better | 4.72 kgbest | 9.19 kg |
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| Attribute | | |
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Build & Design(1) | ||
Weight (kg) | 4.72 kg | 9.19 kg |
Display(3) | ||
Screen Size (inches) | 40 inches | 50 inches |
Resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Panel Type | Full Array LED | LED |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Wi‑Fi Standard | WiFi 4 | Wi‑Fi 5 |
Audio(1) | ||
Audio Technology | DTS:X/DTS Virtual:X/Dolby Audio | DTS Virtual:X |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers consider the Hisense 40A4NF a solid budget option for secondary rooms, emphasizing its sharp Full HD picture, immersive DTS:X audio, and convenient Fire TV/Alexa integration. While the Full Array LED and AI picture modes add value, critics point out the lack of 4K resolution, modest brightness, and potential motion handling limitations compared to higher-end models.
Consumers generally enjoy the TV's straightforward setup, voice-controlled Fire TV experience, and clear sports picture with good sound. Recurring themes include appreciation for the Alexa remote and reliable streaming, balanced by complaints about occasional app lag, limited bass, remote responsiveness, and insufficient brightness in bright rooms.
“Sharp 1080p picture with good color/brightness for size”
“praising picture quality and Fire TV ease”
Professional reviewers view the Insignia F50 as a solid value proposition, emphasizing its reliable 4K upscaling, HDR10 support, and the convenience of Fire TV with Alexa. However, they criticize its modest brightness, average black levels, and basic 60 Hz panel, noting it falls short of premium competitors in motion handling and audio richness.
Early consumer feedback highlights satisfaction with picture clarity and the ease of using the Alexa-enabled remote, while recurring complaints focus on thin bass, limited motion performance, and a setup process that can be unintuitive for newcomers.
