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Release date: June 19, 2024
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Samsung The Serif QE55LS01DAU review

Samsung The Serif 55" LS01D QLED 4K HDR Smart TV in Cloud White (2024). Display diagonal: 139.7 cm (55"), Display resolution: 3840 x 2160 pixels, HD type: 4K Ultra HD, Display technology: QLED, Screen shape: Flat. Smart TV. Motion interpolation technology: Motion Xcelerator, Native aspect ratio: 16:9. Digital signal format system: DVB-C, DVB-S2, DVB-T2. Wi-Fi, Ethernet LAN. Product colour: White

A glare-free[1] viewing experience
Matte Display
Tired of seeing distracting glare on your TV screen? The Serif's ground-breaking Matte Display overcomes this problem as it absorbs reflections - so even in bright light you'll have the best possible viewing experience, without any distractions.

Beautiful, anywhere
Detachable Stand
If you want to really make The Serif stand out, this sleek, black metal floor TV stand adds another layer of contemporary chic to its iconic design. Not only does the free-standing TV stand work with your style, its flexible enough to work with your home too, as the stand is easily detachable.

Unique inspiration for your space
Iconic โ€˜I Shape
The Serifs signature profile forms the distinctive shape of a capital โ€˜I, while The Serifs slim body broadens at the top to form a flat surface like a small shelf. Like a one-of-a-kind piece of furniture, it doubles as a shelf for an added experience.

Crafted by the Bouroullec brothers
Ronan & Erwan Bouroullec Design
You can choose from two exclusive patterns โ€“ both exclusively created by the Bouroullec Brothers for The Serif TV.

Exclusive patterns for Ambient Mode
Created by Ronan & Erwan Bouroullec
The Bouroullec's exclusive patterns in Ambient Mode were inspired by objects in the world around us, such as a beautiful leaf and textured fabric.

Turn your blank screen into a design centrepiece
Ambient Mode+
Ambient Mode+ turns The Serif into a digital, glare-free canvas when the TV is switched off - so you can say goodbye to a blank screen compromising your home dรฉcor.

Your favourite apps on the best-selling Samsung Smart TV[2]
Smart TV powered by Tizen[3]
Dive into a huge collection of 4K films, TV shows, and all your catch-up TV apps โ€“ including Netflix, Disney+, Apple TV and NOW apps[4] โ€“ all in one place. Not sure what to watch? Our easy-to-use and customisable Smart Hub platform gives you personalised recommendations.

Control your smart home from your TV
SmartThings
From game consoles and smart lighting, to speakers and 1000s of smart devices, Samsung Smart TV gives you control at the touch of a button[5]. You can even monitor home cameras, or see whos at the door from the comfort of your sofa. All to make your life easier, more secure, and more connected.

All your content in glorious 4K, even if it wasn't filmed that way[6]
4K AI Upscaling
From news to classics, our powerful 4K processor elevates all content to 4K Ultra HD, regardless of the source[6]. Using AI, our TV intelligently analyses images, intricately restores every detail, pixel by pixel for a stunning visual experience.

Naturally bright and colourful picture
100% Colour Volume[7] with Quantum Dot
See everything you watch come to life with greater detail and realism. Quantum Dots boosts the brightness and transforms light into lifelike and accurate colour โ€“ validated by Pantone. The result? A naturally bright and colourful picture in over a billion cinematic colours.

Brilliant viewing, day and night
EyeComfort Mode
EyeComfort Mode feature readjusts TV brightness settings depending on the time of day, so it's always easy on the eyes.

Multi View
Never miss another moment. With Multi View, you can play your mobile content alongside the TV, all at once, on the same screen.

SolarCell One Remote
Consciously crafted, the universal remote can control all of your compatible devices. It charges on indoor light and keeps its charge from Radio-Frequency power harvesting, so you don't need any disposable batteries[8].

  • A timeless TV, designed to look beautiful from any angle
  • Ground-breaking Matte Display absorbs reflections - for a glare-free viewing experience
  • A naturally bright and colourful picture with 100% colour volume
  • An elegant, free-standing TV with a detachable stand that fits with your space
  • Sound perfected for what you're watching, and where you're watching it

Samsung The Serif QE55LS01DAU specs

Packaging Data

Package weight: 34.9 kg
Package height: 894 mm
Package depth: 308 mm
Package width: 1403 mm
Remote control type: TM2361E + TM1240A
Cables included: AC

Ports & Interfaces

Consumer Electronics Control (CEC): Anynet+
Common interface Plus (CI+) version: 1.4
RF ports quantity: 3
Digital audio optical out: 1
USB 2.0 ports quantity: 2
HDMI ports quantity: 4

Weight & Dimensions

Stand depth: 48.3 cm
Stand width: 105.1 cm
Weight (without stand): 26.1 kg
Height (without stand): 748.3 mm
Depth (without stand): 221 mm
Width (without stand): 1254.9 mm
Weight (with stand): 27.2 kg
Height (with stand): 1237.4 mm
Depth (with stand): 482.8 mm
Width (with stand): 1254.9 mm

Management Features

Number of OSD languages: 27

Network

Bluetooth version: 5.2
Wi-Fi standards: Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)

Performance

Game features: Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM), Dynamic Black EQ, Game Bar, Game Motion Plus, Gaming Hub, HGiG, Mini Map Zoom, Super Ultra Wide Game View, Surround Sound, Variable Refresh Rate (VRR)
AMD FreeSync type: FreeSync Premium
Ambient mode: Ambient Mode+
High Dynamic Range (HDR) technology: High Dynamic Range 10+ (HDR10 Plus), Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG), Quantum HDR

TV Tuner

Digital signal format system: DVB-C, DVB-S2, DVB-T2
Tuner type: Analog & digital

Power

Energy efficiency scale: A to G
AC input frequency: 50/60 Hz
AC input voltage: 220-240 V
Power consumption (standby): 0.5 W
Energy consumption (HDR) per 1000 hours: 164 kWh
Power consumption (typical): 76 W
Energy consumption (SDR) per 1000 hours: 76 kWh
Energy efficiency class (HDR): G
Energy efficiency class (SDR): F

Design

Bezel type: VNB (Very Narrow Bezel)
Stand colour: Black
Stand type: Legs stand
Product colour: White

Smart TV

Video apps: Samsung TV Plus
Hybrid Broadcast Broadband TV (HbbTV) version: 2.0.3
Operating system installed: Tizen

Audio

RMS rated power: 40 W
Number of speakers: 4

Display

Display diagonal (metric): 138 cm
Dynamic contrast ratio marketing name: Mega Contrast
Motion interpolation technology: Motion Xcelerator
Native refresh rate: 50 Hz
Native aspect ratio: 16:9
Screen shape: Flat
Display technology: QLED
Display technology: QLED
Display resolution: 3840 x 2160 pixels
HD type: 4K Ultra HD
Display diagonal: 139.7 cm (55")

Brand-specific features

Samsung technologies (AV/TV): Object Tracking Sound Lite, Supreme UHD Dimming, Wide Viewing Angle