Tom’s Guide Verdict
The Samsung DU7200 puts affordability above all else.
This makes it one of the most affordable Samsung TVs you’re free to currently buy.
The DU7200 is available in an array of size options ranging from 43 to 85 inches.
Our review unit is a 43-inch model that we purchased ourselves.
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The DU7200s tool-free setup is convenient, but thats where my praise for the TVs physical design ends.
The most disappointing aspect is the depth of its panel: over two inches thick at its deepest point.
For one thing, there are only three HDMI inputs here, and most TVs arrive with four.
In addition, all three of these inputs are of the HDMI 2.0 variety.
Unfortunately, the DU7200 supports ATSC 1.0 rather than the newestATSC 3.0standard for 4K over-the-air broadcasts.
Our benchmarks include technical and subjective tests designed to rate the sets performance.
We also use a Leo Bodnar 4K Input Lag Tester for determining the TVs gaming prowess.
Its just not bright enough for anything games, TV shows or movies to look any better thanjust OK.
There is virtually no appreciable difference between SDR and HDR content as far as brightness is concerned.
Without impactful HDR, watching some of my favorite shows on the DU7200 has been far less exciting.
The DU7200s edge-lit panel and lack of local dimming is its second biggest issue behind its relative dimness.
During dark sequences (like the nighttime scene described above), the picture takes on a gray-blue hue.
This is because the DU7200 cant adjust the pictures brightness on a zone-by-zone basis.
This figure describes color error, with a lower number being better.
The sound here is just not very good at all, unfortunately.
Youre not getting much support forXbox Series Xor PlayStation 5 to say nothing of thePS5 Pro.
Its not all roses.
Tizen will get the job done if you need it to.
Just dont expect it to move at a smooth, steady clip at all times.
An 85-inch DU7200 is currently about $800.
That is close to $500 less than the 85-inch DU8000.
Just keep in mind that the DU7200 may be a great deal, but its not a great TV.
