DEXP: inexpensive SMART TVs and affordable models without “smart” functionality


I had two TVs from DEXP. I bought my first TV in 2016 and it worked for three years. He did not die a natural death, the TV was accidentally broken, otherwise it would have worked for a long time.

What attracts me to DEXP TVs? First of all, this is the cost and lack of SmartTV. TVs from Samsung, LG, Sony are one and a half, or even twice as expensive with the same diagonal.

Why is the lack of SmartTV a plus for me?

Yes, because I don't use it. I don’t watch TV at all, but I display all the content on the TV via a PC using the Kodi program.

One free program replaces my entire SmartTV.

All SmartTV on cheap TVs is cut-down Android, which is dull and slow. If you want a “minimal” SmartTV, then you can order an Android set-top box from Aliexpress, it will be much better if you have a limited budget.

The main disadvantage of DEXP TVs, I think, is the lack of spare parts and a crooked menu. At the same time, the menu differs from model to model. On the old TV it was one thing, but on the new menu it’s completely different. It’s as if in China there are different suppliers for different diagonals.

Regarding spare parts. For example, if you break the matrix on your TV, then you can safely scrap it. I still couldn't find the matrix. Although on the other hand, it would cost as much as a new TV. So these TVs can be safely called disposable.

Conventionally, for myself, I have identified two groups of people, for some DEXP TVs are suitable, but for others they are not.

DEXP is right for you if you:

  • you have a limited budget of 20 thousand rubles
  • want the maximum diagonal for this money
  • you just want to buy a TV, connect it to an antenna or satellite box and have it work
  • do not use SmartTV capabilities
  • have good external speakers
  • you just need to display the image on the screen
  • have an external media player or just want to connect your TV to your computer
  • want to play games on a large diagonal
  • have an Xbox or PS

DEXP is not for you if you:

  • have a budget of 20 thousand rubles
  • want to watch Youtube from TV
  • don't want to bother with external speakers
  • don’t want to bother with TV settings, connect it to a computer, order a SmartTV set-top box separately
  • Do you think these TVs are China?

It is important to understand that in fact, DEXP TVs are just a large frame for displaying images. For example, for 19 thousand rubles I bought a DEXP F49D7000C TV with a diagonal of 49 inches, which has nothing in it. The TV is completely empty, but this is exactly what I need.

By the way, important news for those who have a Xiaomi smartphone. If you have an IR blaster on your smartphone, you can control your TV directly from your phone. You can find all the information about setup in the article: setting up a Xiaomi smartphone to work with a DEXP TV

Advantages and disadvantages of DEXP TVs

The main secret of DEXP's success lies in the combination of the quality of its equipment with competitive prices. TVs of this brand have both positive and negative sides.

Advantages of DEXP brand TVs:

  • support European television standards;
  • the ability to record content on external media;
  • Internet access;
  • stylish thin-frame design;
  • high-quality sound;
  • affordable price.

There are no critical deficiencies observed in models belonging to the middle and premium class. Only economy class TVs have certain disadvantages and shortcomings.

Disadvantages of budget DEXP models:

  • limited functionality;
  • in 55-inch monitors, due to dynamic contrast, content with a dark background is difficult to see (if the TV serves as a computer screen);
  • Problems when watching videos in Full HD resolution due to weak network flow.

Picture quality

Average. Very much depends on the model! For example, on the DEXP F40C7100 there is no black color (it is dark gray); uneven backlighting is visible on a black background. On the new DEXP F49D7000C TV the picture is much better and the backlight is even. On this TV, blacks are already close to black, and the colors don't need to be adjusted. But show me a competitor for 19,000 rubles with 49″? I didn't find them.

I want to say this: a TV is not suitable as a monitor. In any case, the picture quality will be much worse than the cheapest monitor, especially now cheap IPS monitors cost pennies.

TV as a monitor

If you want a 40-inch monitor and decide to buy a TV for this, then this is a very bad idea. I can’t even imagine how you will sit behind a 40 inch “monitor”. For such a diagonal, the resolution must be at least 4K and still the picture will be worse than on the monitor.

The best DEXP TV models

Over the years, the company has produced more than fifty TV models under the DEXP brand. Next are the best TVs made by the company in 2019-2020.

F43F8000Q 43″

This 43-inch (109 cm) LCD TV belongs to the mid-price category and is equipped with Smart TV function on the Android AOSP platform. It provides support for wireless interfaces - Wi-Fi and Bluetooth v 4.0.

The TV is equipped with teletext and is designed for watching cable and satellite television. There are all the necessary connectors - USB and HDMI. The device can be placed on legs or hung from a wall using a VESA mount.

Characteristics:

  • Screen resolution: FullHD, 1920×1080 pixels;
  • frame rate: 60 Hz;
  • brightness: 260 cd/sq. m;
  • sound power: 20 (10x2) W;
  • dimensions (WxHxD): 968x568x57 mm;
  • VESA mount: 200x100 mm;
  • weight: 7.3 kg.

Pros:

  • high-quality picture;
  • good sound is provided by Dolby Digital Plus technology;
  • loud sound (no need to buy external speakers);
  • three HDMI inputs (v 1.4);
  • there is a connector for wired headphones - mini-Jack (3.5 mm);
  • modern remote control;
  • voice control;
  • good ratio in the price-quality formula.

Minuses:

  • rustic design;
  • complaints about defects, build quality and flaws with fastening (lack of thread);
  • sometimes freezes;
  • The contrast is a little lacking.

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U55E7000E 55″

LCD TV without Smart TV. Has a diagonal of 55 inches (139 cm). The model is equipped with teletext and is designed for viewing cable and satellite television. There are 3 HDMI connectors and two USB inputs.

This simple TV is suitable for retirees or a rented apartment - inexpensive, large enough and with a minimal set of functions.

Characteristics:

  • Screen resolution: 4K UltraHD, 3840×2160 pixels;
  • frame rate: 60 Hz;
  • brightness: 270 cd/sq. m;
  • sound power: 10 (2x5) W;
  • dimensions (WxHxD): 1243x721x71 mm;
  • VESA mount: 200x200 mm;
  • weight: 11.1 kg.

Pros:

  • excellent image quality due to high resolution 4K UltraHD;
  • high image detail and excellent color rendition;
  • large viewing angles;
  • there is Dolby Digital technology (audio codecs);
  • there is a jack for wired headphones;
  • plays video from USB drives;
  • there is TimeShift.

Minuses:

  • no HDR support;
  • no voice control;
  • small highlights at the edges;
  • There is no subwoofer or surround sound; you need to purchase additional external acoustics.

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U50E7000E 50″

This 50-inch (127 cm) LCD TV with a glossy screen is not a Smart TV, but it has high resolution and contrast.

The TV has several built-in tuners that allow you to view cable and satellite television. All necessary connectors are provided - three HDMI and two USB inputs.

Characteristics:

  • Screen resolution: 4K UltraHD, 3840×2160 pixels;
  • frame rate: 60 Hz;
  • brightness: 250 cd/sq. m;
  • sound power: 10 (2x5) W;
  • dimensions (WxHxD): 1124x724x160 mm;
  • VESA mount: 400x200 mm;
  • weight: 11.75 kg.

Pros:

  • large diagonal;
  • you can record TV shows on a flash drive;
  • there is Dolby Digital technology (audio codec);
  • wired headphones are connected;
  • Possibility to hang on the wall;
  • Works well with game consoles, does not crash or freeze.

Minuses:

  • complaints about image quality and distorted color reproduction;
  • inconvenient remote control.

U50E9100Q 50″

Large LCD TV with a glossy screen of 50 inches (127 cm) with Smart TV on the Android AOSP platform. There is support for HDR and Wi-Fi 4. The TV is designed for watching cable and satellite television.

The TV has three HDMI connectors and two USB inputs. It can be placed on a flat surface or hung on a wall using a VESA mount.

Characteristics:

  • Screen resolution: 4K Ultra HD, 3840×2160 pixels, HDR;
  • frame rate: 60 Hz;
  • sound power: 20 (2x10) W;
  • brightness: 330 cd/sq. m;
  • dimensions (WxHxD): 1130x657x70 mm;
  • VESA mount: 400x200 mm;
  • weight: 11.6 kg.

Pros:

  • realistic and contrasting image;
  • high brightness level;
  • HDR support;
  • powerful speakers;
  • price.

Minuses:

  • insufficient surround sound;
  • There are complaints about freezing when connecting to the Internet.

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H24F8000Q 24″

Compact LCD TV with a glossy screen and a diagonal of 24 inches (61 cm) is equipped with Smart TV function on Android AOSP. There are built-in tuners for showing cable and satellite television.

The TV has teletext, Wi-Fi support, two HDMI connectors and two USB inputs. The device has 8 GB of internal and 1 GB of RAM. This small model is suitable for a kitchen, cottage, or rented apartment.

Characteristics:

  • Screen resolution: HD, 1366×768 pixels;
  • frame rate: 60 Hz;
  • Screen brightness: 210 cd/sq. m;
  • sound power: 10 (2x5) W;
  • dimensions (WxHxD): 553x335x72 mm;
  • VESA mount: 75x75 mm;
  • weight: 2.3 kg.

Pros:

  • good color rendering;
  • there is Dolby Digital Plus technology, which provides a normal sound level;
  • there is a 3.5 mm headphone jack;
  • voice control;
  • compactness;
  • light weight;
  • Ease of Management.

Minuses:

  • there are complaints about the operation of Wi-Fi;
  • the sound is not loud and of insufficient quality;
  • inconvenient remote control with a minimum number of buttons;
  • no Play Store.

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U43F8000Q 43″

This 43" (108cm) LCD TV features Smart TV powered by Android AOSP. It has a glossy screen and high matrix performance.

The model is equipped with two speakers and is designed for broadcasting all types of TV. There is support for Wi-Fi 5, three HDMI connectors and two USB inputs. There is 1 GB of RAM and 8 GB of ROM.

Characteristics:

  • Screen resolution: 4K UltraHD, 3840×2160 pixels;
  • frame rate: 60 Hz;
  • brightness: 260 cd/sq. m;
  • sound power: 10 (2x5) W;
  • dimensions (WxHxD): 961x567x69 mm;
  • VESA mount: 200x100 mm;
  • weight: 7.3 kg.

Pros:

  • realistic color rendition and good picture quality in 4K;
  • there is a voice assistant;
  • there is a mini-Jack connector (3.5 mm) for wired headphones;
  • ease of management and installation;
  • frameless design;
  • price.

Minuses:

  • there are complaints about the operation of the OS, freezes occur that require a reboot;
  • the remote control is insensitive, sometimes voice control slows down;
  • imperfect sound;
  • lack of Play Market.

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F40D7300C 40″

Regular inexpensive LCD TV with a diagonal of 40 inches (101 cm). It does not have Smart TV; the device is designed for watching over-the-air, cable and satellite television and recording video to external media.

The TV has teletext, three HDMI connectors (version v 1.4). It can be mounted on a stand or hung on the wall using a VESA mount. This model without Smart TV will appeal to pensioners; it can also be taken to the dacha.

Characteristics:

  • Screen resolution: FullHD, 1920×1080 pixels;
  • frame rate: 60 Hz;
  • brightness: 220 cd/sq. m;
  • sound power: 20 (2x10) W;
  • dimensions (WxHxD): 904x515x80 mm;
  • VESA mount: 200x200 mm;
  • weight: 5.7 kg.

Pros:

  • colorful and clear image;
  • large viewing angles;
  • loud noise;
  • light weight;
  • convenient remote control;
  • high-quality assembly;
  • affordable price.

Minuses:

  • wide legs - the device does not fit everywhere;
  • The sound lacks bass and volume.

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H24E7000M/W 24″

The model represents the most compact group of DEXP TVs - with a diagonal of 24 inches (61 cm). A small screen is ideal for a modern kitchen or cottage. The model does not have Smart TV, but there are tuners for watching all types of TV. There is one HDMI connector and a USB input.

Characteristics:

  • Screen resolution: HD, 1366×768 pixels;
  • frame rate: 60 Hz;
  • brightness: 200 cd/sq. m;
  • sound power: 12 (2x6) W;
  • dimensions (WxHxD): 557x336x71 mm;
  • VESA mount: 100x100 mm;
  • weight: 2.5 kg.

Pros:

  • compactness;
  • light weight;
  • there is a jack for wired headphones;
  • it is possible to control not only from the remote control, but also from buttons on the case;
  • low cost.

Minuses:

  • muffled and unclear sound, external speakers are needed;
  • Viewing angles are not large enough.

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U65F8000H 65″

The large 65" (165cm) LCD TV has a glossy screen and excellent performance. The model is equipped with Smart TV on the Android AOSP platform and supports wireless interfaces - Wi-Fi and Bluetooth v 4.0.

The model is equipped with two speakers and is designed for broadcasting cable and satellite TV. There are three HDMI connectors and two USB inputs. The TV has 1.5 GB of RAM and 4 GB of internal memory.

Characteristics:

  • Screen resolution: 3840×2160 pixels, HDR;
  • frame rate: 60 Hz;
  • Screen brightness: 300 cd/sq. m;
  • sound power: 12 (2x6) W;
  • dimensions (WxHxD): 1448x834x81 mm;
  • VESA mount: 300x200 mm;
  • weight: 17 kg.

Pros:

  • high-quality picture, clear and with a high level of detail;
  • there is a mini-Jack connector (3.5 mm) for headphones;
  • thin frame stylish design;
  • convenient and understandable controls;
  • high performance;
  • large diagonal.

Minuses:

  • does not support all applications;
  • muffled sound (it is advisable to connect external speakers);
  • There are complaints about uneven backlighting and darkening of corners.

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U75D9000H 75″

The model was released in 2021. This is the largest TV in the DEXP line. This 75-inch (191 cm) high-definition LCD TV is a Smart TV powered by Opera TV.

The TV is equipped with built-in tuners for watching satellite and cable TV. There is teletext, two powerful speakers and many different inputs.

Characteristics:

  • Screen resolution: 4K UHD, 3840×2160 pixels, HDR;
  • frame rate: 60 Hz;
  • brightness: 350 cd/sq. m;
  • sound power: 30 W;
  • dimensions (WxHxD): 1678x963x80 mm;
  • VESA mount: 400x400 mm;
  • weight: 36.4 kg.

Pros:

  • high brightness and contrast of the picture;
  • 4K viewing and HDR support create flawless images;
  • large viewing angle;
  • loud and spacious sound;
  • four HDMI connectors and three USB inputs are located on the front and side panels;
  • there is a jack for wired headphones;
  • 24p True Cinema option for watching movies in original format;
  • There is a TimeShift screen saver option.

Minuses:

  • there are small highlights;
  • heavy weight;
  • price.

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SmartTV is not digital TV

You may know that in Russia they switched to the DVB-T2 (digital television) standard and many people bought external set-top boxes for their old TVs in order to continue watching TV. So, SmartTV is not about that. DEXP TVs have DVB-T2 support out of the box ; for reliable signal reception, you just need to buy a good external antenna.

But you won’t be able to play games, watch Youtube or surf the Internet from TV. To do this, you will have to buy an external media player, which, as I already said, are sold in large quantities on Aliexpress and in our stores.

How to set up digital channels on a DEXP TV?

The easiest and fastest way to tune channels is in automatic mode. If the TV is connected correctly and the signal level is high enough for auto-search, it will immediately find 20 channels from the basic package.

How to perform an auto search:

1. Press “Source” on the remote control and select key settings - country and mode supported by TV (select digital television - DTV). Confirm your selection with the “Ok”/Enter button.

2. Press the “Menu” button and select the “Channels” tab, and then “Auto search”.

3. The search continues for 5-10 minutes. During this time, the system finds and displays channels.

If desired, channels can be configured manually. Usually this method is resorted to if the TV itself could not find all the necessary ones.

Searching for channels manually:

Cable:

  1. Open settings and go to the “Channels” tab.
  2. Select Manual Setup.
  3. Set your options.
  4. Click "Start".

On-air (digital):

  1. Open the TV menu with your remote control.
  2. Select the "Channels" tab and activate "Manual Search".
  3. Set search parameters and signal source.
  4. Enter the frequency and channel number (they are unique for each region).
  5. Click "Start" and wait for the system to find channels.

Satellite:

  1. After connecting the dish, press “Menu”.
  2. Select “Channels” in the settings, then “Manual search”. The signal source is “satellite”.
  3. Enter the data taken from the provider, set the search frequency and range, and then start the search.

Problem with EDID?

In macOS and Ubuntu there are no problems connecting the TV to the computer. But when I connect the TV to Windows 10, I see this:

Yes, yes, instead of a desktop, I see gray “dregs”. But the whole point is that for some reason the default frequency is 29Hz, although it should be 60Hz. If you set the desired frequency in the monitor settings in Windows, the problem disappears.

Peculiarities

When choosing any product, the buyer often looks closely not only at the equipment itself, but also at the manufacturer who produces it.

The company cannot take away such advantages as:

  1. Affordable price. It is much lower than analogues of comparable characteristics from other manufacturers. And this is explained not by worse quality or service life, but by domestic assembly with low cost.


The lineup

  1. Rich assortment. The buyer can purchase any devices and spare parts for his TV panel at an affordable price. You won’t have to wait long for your order, as is often the case with imported equipment.
  2. Modern functionality. DEXP devices are not among the “weak” or budget ones, which are stereotypically used to classify domestic or Chinese-made equipment. Today on the market there are both more outdated models of early release, and modern products that are not inferior in capabilities to analogues of well-known brands.

Now, having understood the advantages of the company, you can consider the pros and cons of the TVs themselves.

DEXP is suitable for games

The last thing I want to say is that DEXP TVs are suitable for gaming. Then I realized one thing for myself: the larger the diagonal, the better. It will not be convenient to play on a keyboard and mouse, so you can buy some kind of gamepad or connect a console. If you don’t have a console, then the XBOX One Controller works great in Windows 10; I use this gamepad to play all modern games that have an Xbox One version.

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About DEXP

The DEXP company (Russia) is a domestic brand founded in 1998 in Vladivostok. During these difficult times for the country, a team of experienced engineers began assembling desktop computers and offering system integration services for businesses. In 2009, the company opened its first laptop assembly complex, and a little later, its own production of LCD monitors and tablet PCs.

Now DEXP is on a par with leading European equipment manufacturers and cooperates with large corporations in China and Taiwan.

The main competitive advantages of the Russian company DEXP are lower prices compared to equipment from popular brands, a wide range of models and strict product quality control at every stage of production. Now, if you are asked who is the manufacturer of DEXP TVs, you can proudly answer – Vladivostok (Russia).

Flaws

Despite their advantages, DEXP TVs also have disadvantages that may not suit everyone.

Therefore, for the sake of fairness, it is worth mentioning them:

  • Weak multi-streaming. The user will have to deal with a number of delays if multi-stream information exchange over the network is planned (for example, watching IP television or a movie from Youtube while simultaneously downloading content from the Internet to the media).
  • There are no buttons on the case. This can have a negative impact if the remote control breaks down. The manufacturer does not offer any of its own utilities for other control options, so you will need to look for an application and set up control from your smartphone.
  • The software often crashes. Users often complain about frequent “glitches” in operation due to which they have to reflash it. This does not cause serious problems and you can update the software yourself, but some inconveniences are still created.
  • No Smart TV in the cloud. This means that all the “smart” components of such a TV are located in it itself and there are no inexpensive models with weak hardware. But given the fact that they are already more accessible than foreign-made analogues, this minus is not critical.

Conclusion

There are many TVs in the DEXP catalog, we told you about the most interesting models. At the same time, we paid attention to both the budget segment and the most sophisticated devices. As you can see, there is plenty to choose from.

Affordable TVs have high-quality screens, a nice design, and a good set of connectors. Models with support for Smart TV are divided into two subtypes - with Android and with Opera TV. There are ultra-thin models, there are TVs with huge screens, and there are 4K options. At the same time, all are distinguished by high operational reliability , perfect assembly, and have a manufacturer’s warranty.

And the most important thing is affordable prices.:-) With DEXP, you can afford advanced UltraHD and Smart TVs, even if you're on a budget. Or if you spent all your money on a brand new iPhone, but still want a good TV, Welcome!

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