Panasonic 43" 4K Ultra HD QLED Fire TV - TV-43 vs 55" 4K Ultra HD QLED Fire TV - TV-55 — Comparison

The Panasonic W85BEY 43-inch 4K Ultra HD QLED Fire TV - TV-43W85BEY at £499 and the Panasonic W85BEY 55-inch 4K Ultra HD QLED Fire TV - TV-55W85BEY at £799 sit in Panasonic's W85BEY QLED Fire TV line-up. The W85BEY 43 is the compact entry point, while the W85BEY 55 is the larger, main-room choice. As both are from the same range, the buying decision is mainly about screen size, room fit and whether the extra £300 feels worthwhile.

Key specifications are otherwise the same: both list 4K Ultra HD resolution, Fire TV, QLED panel technology, Dolby Vision, Dolby Atmos and Works with Alexa. The difference is physical scale, with 43 inches versus 55 inches. That larger screen gives more impact for sport, films and gaming, while the smaller set is easier to place. Both mention wall-bracket guidance, so bracket choice should match the chosen screen size and the strength of the wall or stand.

The W85BEY 43 suits bedrooms, kitchens, home offices or compact flats where a large panel would dominate the wall. It gives the full W85BEY feature set without paying for inches you may not need, and it is easier to fit on narrower furniture. The W85BEY 55 suits family lounges, wide seating positions and anyone replacing an older main TV with a much bigger screen. Since picture technology, smart platform and listed audio support are shared, you are not paying for a better feature tier, just a bigger 4K QLED Fire TV experience.

Bottom line: choose W85BEY 43 if you need the lowest price and easiest placement / opt for W85BEY 55 if you want the full W85BEY feature set on a much larger 55-inch 4K QLED Fire TV screen.