Samsung U7900F 55" Class U7900 Series 2025 Review
The Samsung U7900 is a stylish budget TV packed with free channels, but its 60Hz gaming and average picture make it best for casual viewers.
The 30-Second Version
A stylish, budget 4K TV with tons of free content. Picture and smart features are solid, but gaming and audio are weak. Worth it for casual viewers, not for enthusiasts.
Overview
The Samsung U7900 is a solid 4K TV for a basic living room setup. It's got a sleek metal frame, decent picture processing, and a ton of free streaming channels built in. But it's not a performance powerhouse. Think of it as a stylish, smart hub that gets the job done without breaking the bank.
Performance
Picture quality is about average for a 4K TV. The Crystal Processor does a decent job with upscaling, and HDR10+ adds some punch to colors. But the gaming performance is underwhelming at just 60Hz, and the audio is a weak spot. It's fine for movies and shows, but don't expect it to wow you.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Sleek metal design looks great. 97th
- Tons of free content via Samsung TV Plus. 94th
- Solid 4K upscaling for older content. 87th
- Built-in security features are a nice touch.
Cons
- 60Hz refresh rate is a gaming bottleneck. 17th
- Audio quality falls behind most TVs. 24th
- Only two HDMI ports is limiting.
- Picture quality is middle of the pack.
Specifications
Full Specifications
Display
| Size | 55" |
| Resolution | 4K (2160p) |
| Panel Type | LED |
| Backlight | Direct-Lit |
| Curved | No |
| Year | 2025 |
Picture Quality
| Motion Tech | Motion Xcelerator |
| Processor | Crystal Processor 4K |
HDR
| HDR Formats | HDR10+ |
| Dolby Vision | No |
| HDR10+ | Yes |
| HLG | No |
Gaming
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz |
Smart TV
| Platform | Tizen |
| Voice Assistant | Alexa, Bixby |
| Screen Mirroring | SmartThings |
| Works With | Google Home, SmartThings |
Audio
| eARC | Yes |
Connectivity
| HDMI Ports | 2 |
| USB Ports | 1 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 |
| VESA Mount | 200x200 |
Power & Size
| Energy Star | No |
| Annual Energy | 187 |
| Weight | 9.6 kg / 21.2 lbs |
Value & Pricing
At around $280, it's a budget-friendly option. You're getting a decent smart TV with a good design and free content, but you're sacrificing performance in key areas like gaming and sound. If your main goal is watching shows on a nice-looking screen, it's worth the money. If you care about specs, you'll feel the limitations.
Price History
vs Competition
Compared to the Roku Pro Series Mini-LED, the Samsung loses in picture quality and brightness. The LG OLED C5 is a different beast, with vastly better contrast and gaming features, but it costs way more. The Hisense U6 Mini-LED often hits a similar price and offers better HDR performance. This Samsung sits in a crowded middle ground, trading some specs for its design and free content library.
| Spec | Samsung U7900F 55" Class U7900 Series | Hisense U65QF Mini-LED Hisense - 75" Class U6 Series MiniLED QLED UHD 4K | TCL QD Mini LED - QM6K TCL - 65" Class QM6K Series 4K UHD HDR QD Mini LED | LG OLED evo LG OLED evo AI C5 48" 4K HDR Smart TV | Sony Bravia Sony BRAVIA 2 II 75" 4K HDR Smart LED TV | Roku Mini-LED QLED 4K - Pro Roku - 55" Class Pro Series 4K QLED Mini-LED Smart |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen Size | 55 | 75 | 65 | 48 | 75 | 55 |
| Resolution | 4K (2160p) | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
| Panel Type | LED | MiniLED | MiniLED | OLED | LED | MiniLED |
| Refresh Rate | 60 | 144 | 144 | 120 | 60 | 120 |
| Hdr | HDR10+ | Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HLG | Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HLG | Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG | HDR10, HLG | Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HLG |
| Smart Platform | Tizen | Fire TV | Google TV | webOS | Google TV | Roku TV |
| Dolby Vision | false | true | true | true | false | true |
| Dolby Atmos | - | true | true | false | false | true |
| Hdmi Version | - | 2.1 | 2.1 | 2.1 | - | 2.1 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Hdr | Audio | Smart | Gaming | Display | Connectivity | Social Proof | Picture Quality |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Samsung U7900F 55" Class U7900 Series | 86.5 | 62.2 | 96.6 | 24.1 | 17 | 46.3 | 94.3 | 43 |
| Hisense U65QF Mini-LED 75" Class U6 Series MiniLED Compare | 98.8 | 90.4 | 93.8 | 96.5 | 69.1 | 97.2 | 97.6 | 97.1 |
| TCL QD Mini LED - QM6K 65" Class QM6K Series Compare | 96.5 | 90.4 | 98.6 | 98.4 | 62.4 | 96 | 97.6 | 86.1 |
| LG OLED evo AI C5 48" Compare | 92.9 | 67 | 98.6 | 99.5 | 72.1 | 99.8 | 94.3 | 43 |
| Sony Bravia 2 II 75" Compare | 81.7 | 73.3 | 91.6 | 51.6 | 69.1 | 90.3 | 94.3 | 83.3 |
| Roku Mini-LED QLED 4K - Pro 55" Class Pro Series Compare | 96.5 | 90.4 | 92.5 | 97.4 | 56.8 | 97.2 | 98.8 | 86.1 |
Common Questions
Q: Is this TV good for gaming?
Not really. The 60Hz refresh rate is a bottleneck, putting its gaming performance in the bottom quarter of TVs we've tested. Look for a 120Hz model if gaming is a priority.
Q: How many HDMI ports does it have?
Just two. That's below average and can be tight if you have a game console, soundbar, and streaming box all needing a connection.
Q: Does the free content require a subscription?
No, Samsung TV Plus and the other free apps work with just an internet connection. It's a legit library of over 2700 channels.
Who Should Skip This
Skip this if you're a serious gamer or want the best picture. The 60Hz refresh rate and middling picture scores mean you'll feel the limitations fast. Also, if you need more than two HDMI ports, this TV will frustrate you.
Verdict
Buy this if you want a stylish, simple TV for casual streaming and movies, and you love the idea of free channels. It's a good pick for a bedroom or secondary living room where you don't need cutting-edge performance.