The Insignia 42-inch Class F20 Series Fire TV offers a combination of a high-quality display and the convenience of built-in Fire TV functionality. With its 42-inch screen size, this TV is suitable for a variety of viewing experiences, from watching movies and TV shows to gaming. More in Insignia 42-inch Class F20 Series Smart Full HD 1080p Fire TV (NS-42F201NA23 2022 model) review.
INSIGNIA 42-inch Class F20 Series Smart Full HD 1080p Fire TV
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Insignia 42-inch Class F20 Series Smart Full HD 1080p Fire TV manual
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Sleek design
- Good contrast and stable picture quality
- Amazon Fire TV
Cons
- Inconsistent black levels
- Low refresh rate for high end game
Insignia 42-inch Class F20 Series Smart Full HD 1080p Fire TV (NS-42F201NA23 2022 model) Specs
- Display Type LED
- Resolution Full HD (1080p)
- Screen Size Class 42 inches
- High Dynamic Range (HDR) No
- LED Panel Type Standard LED
- Backlight Type Direct Lit
- Refresh Rate 60Hz
- Smart Platform Fire TV
- Featured Streaming Services – Netflix, Apple TV+, Prime Video, Disney+, Hulu, Sling TV, YouTube, HBO Max, Spotify, Peacock, ESPN+
- Number of HDMI Inputs (Total) 3
- Voice Assistant Built-in Amazon Alexa
- Model Number NS-42F201NA23
- Series F20 Series
- Product Height With Stand 23.5 inches
- Product Width 37.4 inches
- Product Depth With Stand 8.7 inches
- Product Height Without Stand 21.1 inches
- Product Depth Without Stand 3.2 inches
- Product Weight With Stand 13.2 pounds
- Product Weight Without Stand 13 pounds
- Stand Width 37.4 inches
- Stand Depth 8.7 inches
- Adjustable Stand Width No
- Resolution Full HD (1080p)
- Screen Size 41.5 inches
- Screen Size Class 42 inches
- High Dynamic Range (HDR) No
- LED Panel Type Standard LED
- Backlight Type Direct Lit
- Curved Screen No
- Refresh Rate 60Hz
- Closed Captioning Yes
- Language(s) Displayed English, Spanish, French
- 3D Technology No
- Remote Control Type Voice control, Standard
- Smart Capable Yes
- Smart Platform Fire TV
- Featured Streaming Services – Netflix, Apple TV+, Prime Video, Disney+, Hulu, Sling TV, YouTube, HBO Max, Spotify, Peacock, ESPN+
- Screen Mirroring Yes
- Screen Mirroring Technology Apple AirPlay
- Content Sharing Mobile to TV
- V-Chip Yes
- TV Tuner Digital
- Voice Assistant Built-in Amazon Alexa
- Audio Built-In Speakers
Price
Insignia 42-inch Class F20 Series Smart Full HD 1080p Fire TV (NS-42F201NA23 2022 model) is available from $159.99 in online store.
Insignia 42-inch Class F20 Series Smart Full HD 1080p Fire TV (NS-42F201NA23 2022 model) review
Design
The Insignia F20 Series Fire TV has a sleek, contemporary appearance that makes it a stylish addition to any living area. The Fire TV platform’s user-friendly interface makes it simple to tweak settings and personalize your home screen, and the setup procedure is simple. The F20’s display and surrounding bezels are not the tiniest I’ve ever seen, but it still feels like a well-made, contemporary TV and moves very little when placed on a table.
Dimensions
- Width 37.4 inches
- Product Height With Stand 23.5 inches
- Product Width 37.4 inches
- Product Depth With Stand 8.7 inches
- Product Height Without Stand 21.1 inches
- Product Depth Without Stand 3.2 inches
- Product Weight With Stand 13.2 pounds
- Product Weight Without Stand 13 pounds
- Stand Width 37.4 inches
- Stand Depth 8.7 inches
- Adjustable Stand Width No
Picture quality
One of the key features of the Insignia F20 Series Fire TV is its Full HD resolution, which delivers sharp and vibrant visuals, bringing your favorite content to life. Whether you’re streaming movies, playing games, or browsing the web, you can enjoy a crisp and detailed viewing experience.
Content looks good on the NS-42F201NA23, to put it simply, especially content that you stream mostly from services like Netflix or Disney+. The F20 has an LCD panel in the VA style with a full-array LED lighting, but it lacks local dimming, which is a feature found in more expensive models like the Toshiba M550 Fire TV that we just evaluated.
Fire TV
The Fire TV integration provides seamless access to popular streaming services such as Netflix, Prime Video, Hulu, and more. You can easily navigate through different apps and content using the included voice remote or the Alexa voice control feature. This allows for a convenient and hands-free viewing experience.
It has Alexa voice commands and the accustomed Fire TV interface because it is a member of Insignia’s F20 Series line of panels constructed on Amazon’s Fire TV platform. Because it runs on FireOS, it has the same internal processing capability as a Fire Stick, giving you immediate access to more than 1,000 apps, including streaming services.
Audio
In terms of audio, the Insignia F20 Series Fire TV is equipped with built-in speakers that provide decent sound quality. However, for a more immersive and enhanced audio experience, you can connect external speakers or a soundbar through the available HDMI or optical audio output.
Ports
Furthermore, the TV comes with multiple HDMI and USB ports, allowing you to connect your gaming consoles, Blu-ray players, and other peripheral devices easily. The inclusion of an Ethernet port and built-in Wi-Fi ensures stable internet connectivity, facilitating smooth streaming and online content access.
- USB port
- 3 x HDMI 2.0 inputs (1 HDMI ARC)
- RF (coaxial) input
- Headphone/analog audio jack
- LAN (ethernet) input
- Composite (AV) input
- Digital optical audio out
Gaming
With its lower resolution (720p/1080p), 60Hz native refresh rate, and HDMI 2.0 inputs, the F20 series is not the best choice for current-gen gaming, which really needs higher brightness, better color, and 4K resolution to show off why newer game consoles are so pricy.
Remote
The included remote is also quite fetching, featuring clean white lettering and a short, smooth layout. There’s a decent array of buttons, including a dedicated microphone button (for Alexa voice control), volume/channel rockers, and hotkeys for Prime Video (of course), Netflix, Disney+, and Hulu.
All together, Insignia hasn’t cut corners on design, which is nice to see considering how affordable this TV is.
Insignia 42-inch Class F20 Series Smart Full HD 1080p Fire TV (NS-42F201NA23 2022 model) consumer review
It’s a great value for your money
The Insignia™ 42″ Class F20 Series LED Full HD Smart Fire TV is a great option for anyone who wants a high-quality television at an affordable price. This TV features a 1080p full HD resolution, which delivers crisp and clear images with great detail. The 42-inch size is perfect for mid-sized living rooms or bedrooms, providing a fantastic viewing experience for movies, TV shows, and sports.
One of the standout features of this TV is its smart functionality. The Fire TV operating system allows you to access all your favorite streaming services, including Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime Video, and more. You can also use Alexa voice commands to control the TV or search for content, which is a convenient and intuitive way to navigate your viewing experience.
The design of the Insignia™ 42″ Class F20 Series LED Full HD Smart Fire TV is sleek and modern, with a slim bezel and clean lines. It is also lightweight, making it easy to mount on a wall or move to different rooms. The TV also has a variety of input options, including three HDMI ports, a USB port, and a composite video input, allowing you to connect all your favorite devices.
Overall, the Insignia™ 42″ Class F20 Series LED Full HD Smart Fire TV is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a high-quality television with smart functionality at an affordable price. Its performance, features, and design make it a great value for your money.
By TatianaE at Best Buy
Take away
Overall, the Insignia 42-inch Class F20 Series Fire TV provides a compelling combination of picture quality, convenient smart features, and versatile connectivity options. Whether you’re enjoying your favorite streaming services or playing games, this TV offers a solid viewing experience for an affordable price.
