Summary
Samsung’s65-inch Frame TV just hit $1,300 on Best Buy, down from its usual $2,000 price tag. That $700 discount finally brings this unique TV into range for people who love the art display concept but couldn’t justify spending two grand on what’s essentially a wall decoration when it’s not showing actual TV content.
The Frame TV has always occupied this weird space between premium television and home decor. When it’s off, it displays artwork and photography like a digital picture frame. When it’s on,it’s a solid QLED TVwith all the features you’d expect from Samsung’s mid-range lineup. At full price, you’re paying a hefty premium for that art mode functionality. At $1,300, the math starts working for more people.
Samsung’s Frame TV: Looks Fancy, Now Has A Less Fancy Price
What makes this thing work is the matte display coating. Regular TVs just look like black mirrors when they’re off, but the Frame’s anti-glare treatment actually makes displayed images look like real artwork hanging on your wall. It’s convincing enough that guests often don’t realize it’s a TV until you grab the remote.
The included wall mount sits flush against the wall, so it really does look like a framed picture rather than mounted electronics. You can buy decorative bezels separately to complete the illusion, though that’s extra cost on top. The art comes from Samsung’s curated collection, or you can upload your own photos. The brightness automatically adjusts based on room lighting, so the displayed art looks natural instead of obviously electronic.
When you actually want to watch something, the Frame delivers solid picture quality. The QLED panel with Quantum Dot tech produces vibrant colors and decent contrast. The 4K upscaling works well, making lower-res content look sharp. The 100Hz refresh rate with motion smoothing keeps sports and action scenes fluid.
Gaming should work fine, thanks to HDR10+ support and low input lag, but do keep in mind that it won’t be as good as an experience that you would get from a high-end Samsung. The Dual LED backlighting gives you better contrast than basic LED TVs, though it can’t match what you’d get from an OLED.
The 40W speaker system actually sounds pretty good for built-in TV speakers. It’s got Dolby Atmos support and this Object Tracking Sound feature that follows action across the screen, which adds immersion most TV speakers can’t touch. Q-Symphony lets it work with compatible Samsung soundbars, using both sets of speakers together instead of disabling the TV audio. Creates fuller sound without forcing you to buy more equipment immediately.
Compatiblity, Connectivity, And More
Tizen OS runs smooth with all the major streaming apps. Samsung TV Plus gives you free live TV channels, which is nice if you’ve ditched cable but still want some traditional TV experience. The interface feels responsive and makes sense, unlike some smart TV platforms that seem designed by people who hate users. Built-in Alexa and Bixby handle voice control, though most people probably already have their smart home setup figured out. SmartThings compatibility works if you’re deep in Samsung’s ecosystem.
Four HDMI ports including HDMI 2.1 handle current and future devices without issues. Two USB ports connect external storage or whatever else you need. Wi-Fi 5 and ethernet keep your internet connection stable for streaming. The port selection hits that sweet spot of covering what people use without going overboard.
At 22.4 kg without the stand, it’s manageable for wall mounting with the right hardware. The slim profile when mounted creates that picture frame look it’s designed around. Standard VESA mounting works if you don’t use Samsung’s included mount.
The Frame TV makes sense for people who want their TV to blend into their decor instead of dominating it. If a big black rectangle would look weird in your living room, the art mode provides a solution that actually works. It’s also good for people who don’t watch TV constantly but want the option available. Instead of staring at a blank screen taking up wall space, you get rotating artwork. Almost like an oversized digital photo album.
In case you’re interested, head on over to Best Buy and get your hands on this TV before the deal runs out!
