Samsung Crystal UHD 50'' at €336 and Metz QD-MiniLED 60'' at €454.99: two very different 4K Smart TVs, both on sale
Samsung Crystal UHD 50''
at €336 and Metz QD-MiniLED 60'' at €454.99 are two 4K Smart TVs that differ in almost every aspect: panel technology, size, smart platform, and HDR performance tier. The choice between the two depends on the viewer's priorities: price and compactness on one hand, image quality and immersion on the other.
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Samsung Crystal UHD 4K Smart TV 50'' UE50U8090FUXZT, Crystal 4K Processor, HDR, Smart Experience, OTS Lite & Adaptive Sound, Metal Stream Design, 2025
€379.00 → €336.00
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The Samsung model is a Crystal 4K television with HDR support, OTS Lite technology for audio that follows the movement on the screen, and Adaptive Sound to adjust the sound performance based on the content. The Metal Stream design takes care of its appearance even when placed in a small living room, while the Tizen platform provides quick and intuitive access to all major streaming apps.
At a price of €336 for a 50-inch 4K TV with the Samsung brand, it is a solid choice for those looking for a reliable television for series, sports, and streaming content without facing a significant expense. The Crystal UHD technology falls into the entry-level range of Samsung’s lineup, offering good image quality on well-mastered content in not overly bright environments.
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Metz 60-Inch QD-MiniLED Smart TV with Google TV Full Array Local Dimming QLED Dolby Atmos Dolby Vision MEMC HDR 10+ UHD DVB-T/T2/C/S/S2 HEVC Main10 CI+ (MNH7000Z, 2026 New Model)
€479.99 → €454.99
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The Metz QD-MiniLED 60'', on the other hand, is a new model from 2026 that adopts QD-MiniLED technology with Full Array Local Dimming for precise management of dark and bright zones, and Quantum Dot for richer and more realistic colors compared to traditional LED TVs. The 60-inch panel positions it as a home cinema-focused solution, with visibly deeper HDR performance.
Support for Dolby Vision, HDR10+, and HDR10 ensures compatibility with all major high dynamic range standards, while MEMC reduces motion blur in sports scenes and high-speed content. Dolby Atmos audio with Total Sonic technology adds dimensionality to the sound, and the METZ S AI processor automatically optimizes contrast, brightness, and sharpness based on the displayed scene.
The Google TV platform with dual-band Wi-Fi allows direct access to major streaming platforms and integrated voice control, featuring an interface closer to that of Android smartphones compared to Samsung's Tizen ecosystem. At €454.99 for 60 inches with QD-MiniLED, Dolby Vision, Dolby Atmos, MEMC, and Google TV, this solution becomes particularly interesting for those looking for a living room television with upper-tier performance.
In summary, while the reliability of the Samsung brand is lost, gains are made in technology and image quality.