Compare the Samsung The Frame 2021 with The Frame 2020
Samsung The Frame 50LS03A (2021)
- With the Slim Fit Wall Mount, this thinner The Frame will hang flush to the wall.
- You can show a photo or painting of your choice in Art Mode and the TV will blend seamlessly with your interior.
- Thanks to the QLED screen with 4K resolution and 10 billion colors, you can see many details and color nuances.
- There's only 1 transparent cable running from the TV to the One Connect Box, where you can connect your peripherals.
- The new Solar One Remote has a solar cell, so it can charge itself.
- The TV uses edge local dimming, so black isn't always really deep black.
Samsung QLED Frame 50LS03T (2020)
- Display a photo or painting of your choice and the TV blends seamlessly into your interior.
- Because of the slim design and the No Gap wall mount you can mount the TV tightly on the wall.
- The 4K support and the QLED screen deliver sharp and colorful images.
- With the One Connect Box you can connect all your peripherals via 1 transparent cable.
- The TV displays a lower contrast and less deep black levels than other QLED TVs in this price range.
- The Frame 2020 has a thicker list than the newer model.
Comparison the Samsung The Frame 2021 to The Frame 2020
| The Frame 2021 | The Frame 2020 | |
|---|---|---|
| Thickness | 2.49cm | 4.58cm |
| Q-Symphonyq | Yes | No |
| Dolby Atmos | Yes | No |
| Remote | Solar One Remote | One Remote |
| Image technology | QLED | QLED |
| Resolution | 4K Ultra HD | 4K Ultra HD |
| Available in | 43, 50, 55, 65, and 75 inches | 32, 43, 50, 55, 65, and 75 inches |
Design
The Frame 2021: frame with slim design
The new Samsung The Frame is considerably thinner than its predecessor. With a thickness of 2.49cm, this television looks even more like a frame or a painting. This makes it just that bit more stylish, even if you place it on its legs on your furniture. The design of both models hardly differs from each other. You can order a frame in a color of your choice separately from Samsung. You can easily click it onto the edge of the television.
The Frame 2020: slightly thicker frame
The Samsung The Frame 2020 has a thickness of 4.58cm. That's on the thick side for a modern TV. As a result, this The Frame also sticks a bit more into the room than the renewed model. But because of the stylish design of The Frame, a slightly thicker frame isn't very disturbing. Especially if you choose one of the colored frames.
Sound techniques
The Frame 2021: Dolby Atmos and Q-Symphony
In terms of sound options, The Frame 2021 offers more than its predecessor. That's because of the support for Dolby Atmos and Samsung Q-Symphony. Dolby Atmos supports surround sound for your home theater set or soundbar and reflects sound around the room to your seating area. Q-Symphony makes the TV's speakers work together with a soundbar that also supports Q-Symphony for a fuller sound. These techniques make The Frame 2021 interesting when paired with a soundbar or home cinema set that also supports these techniques.
The Frame 2020: no special sound techniques
The sound of the 2 the speakers of The Frame 2020 is definitely not bad. It's the same with the 2021 model. You can always connect a soundbar or home cinema set to The Frame 2020 to make the sound richer and deeper. Unfortunately, this TV doesn't support Dolby Atmos and Q-Symphony. As a result, the sound experience is slightly less intense than with The Frame 2021.
Remote
The Frame 2021: Solar One Remote
The Frame 2021 has the Solar One Remote. This remote has a solar cell and a rechargeable battery. It charges in both sunlight and artificial light. That's useful, as this saves you batteries. The new One Remote is partially made of recycled materials and comes in a stylish black version. It offers the same user-friendliness as its predecessor.
The Frame 2020: One Remote
The remote of The Frame 2020 is the white One Remote. In terms of buttons and user-friendliness, it's the same as the new remote, but it does work on batteries. With the One Remote, you can control The Frame TV very intuitively. The buttons have are clearly organized and there are shortcuts to Art Mode and Netflix, for example. You can also control the TV with your voice.
Conclusion
If you want a slightly thinner and stylish The Frame TV, choose the Samsung The Frame 2021. You'll get a better sound experience in combination with a soundbar or speakers which support Dolby Atmos or Q-Symphony. The Solar One Remote works on solar energy and is a nice addition. In terms of sound quality, not much has changed about The Frame. If you don't necessarily need the latest, the Samsung The Frame 2020 is a good choice.
