Looking for the best quality-price TV: purchase recommendations based on use and eight featured smart TVs

Looking for the best quality-price TV: purchase recommendations based on use and eight featured smart TVs

Unless you "study" the specifications and our analyzes until you find your ideal model, when choosing a television many are carried away by the diagonal and price combo, or what is the same: the largest TV that fits them. the furniture and can pay without neglecting the design, since after all this appliance is the protagonist of the room. But choosing a TV is a complex mission full of variables. Be that as it may, if you are clear that you need a television and you are not very sure which one you want, but what you are going to use it for and what is your budget, in this smart TV buying guide with the best value for money we propose a careful selection of candidates. How to get right when choosing a TV As we warned before, when choosing a television many variables influence : size, panel technology, resolution, HDR, connectivity, operating system ... and if we want it to play regularly, movement management will also enter the equation , the HDMI 2.1 interface, input latency, game mode or the implementation of technologies such as NVIDIA Sync or AMD FreeSync. Here we briefly outline these characteristics and why they are important. LCD or OLED? The bulk of the panels that we are going to find are going to be LCD with LED backlighting - and derivatives such as Samsung's QLEDs - and OLEDs, each with its characteristics, advantages and disadvantages compared to the other . As a consequence of their nature and operation, OLEDs generally offer purer and more realistic blacks, a better level of contrast and more striking colors, as well as greater viewing angles. This makes OLEDs great candidates for those looking for a realistic cinema-style experience . Of course, they are exposed to greater deterioration in the face of continued use, something to take into account if the idea is to have it turned on for hours and hours every day ... for example if we are gamers. If we opt for a versatile LCD, the next thing is to look at the backlighting of the screen that they implement, essentially Edge LED, Direct LED and Full Array , the latter being the most ambitious (and expensive), sometimes competing with you. to you with OLEDs in terms of the reproduction of pure blacks thanks to the number and distribution of LED diodes arranged, which allows a more precise lighting.

Led Nanocrystal color enhancement technologies implemented by different manufacturers are a great ally in improving the image of LCD panels. Its mission is to modify the wavelength of light, which in practice has a positive impact on color rendering. Or what is the same, those that have these nanocrystals offer a greater range of colors and deeper blacks . In practice, this choice between LCD and OLED is also determined by the budget - OLEDs are more expensive - and the size of the screen, since OLEDs are intended for the largest diagonals. However, today it is possible to find a price range where the most demanding LCDs and the most basic OLEDs go hand in hand in terms of cost. Brief notes on resolution and HDR Although there are already 8K models, the reality is that at present, between the price of these models together with the shortage of content in this resolution on the one hand and on the other, the wide range of 4K models, make 4K the resolution more recommended if we look for the best value for money . The high dynamic range - popularly known as HDR - is almost enough to write a bible about what it is, what it translates into and what technologies we find on the market ... and we did . It is important to be clear that the objective of HDR is to offer images with a very wide luminance range and that in a television it is the ability to deliver a set of levels of different light intensity influenced by factors such as color and brightness. In practice, we are going to find the basic HDR10, its improved iteration HDR10 +, the ambitious Dolby Vision, the complementary HLG and Technicolor HDR or Advanced HDR. If we are going to use our TV to watch series and movies, better bet on those models with HDR10 + and Dolby Vision , since both standards use dynamic metadata to offer an improved experience. Panel: 8 or 10 bits? While the cheapest models opt for 8-bit or 10-bit emulation, the upper mid-range integrates native 10-bit panels, a difference that translates into depth when reproducing color . In practice, while the 8-bit ones reach up to 16.7 million colors, with the 10-bit ones it is possible to exceed the figure of 1,073 million colors, which offers a more realistic image and with greater chromatic precision. Halfway between one and the other, those models that emulate 10 bits with FRC techniques can be a good alternative if our budget is tight. Latency and response time These two values ​​are essential if we are going to use our TV to play. The input latency is the time between when we carry out an action on the controller, it is processed by the PC or console and it is executed on the TV panel and we want it to be as low as possible . In games where precision and reflexes are important, even more so. Although not all people have the same ability to perceive it, it is a factor that differs greatly from one TV to another. The response time reflects the time it takes for a pixel on the panel to change the color it emits, something that is related to motion blur and which translates (if it is high) into the lack of sharpness when being able to appreciate poorly defined edges . HDMI 2.1 interface Another ideal feature for gaming is that it implements HDMI 2.1 for its high data transfer rate (reaches 48 Gbps), which opens the doors to use higher resolutions and refresh rates. Linked to HDMI 2.1 we find technologies such as ALLM low latency automatic mode and VRR adaptive refresh rates - both very interesting for gaming - or enhanced ARC to send multichannel digital sound And the operating system? TV as a general entertainment center has in operating systems the gateway to a range of applications such as Netflix, HBO, Amazon Video, YouTube, etc., but not all work the same. Thus, we can find less intuitive interfaces, absences in the form of apps or updates that never arrive. Taking into account that a television is an electrical appliance that we renew less frequently than our mobile or computer, it is foreseeable that sooner or later it will end up happening to us and, in this sense, it has an "easy" solution: buy a set top box . But if we are going to buy a TV now, it is worth stopping and thinking about how important it is for us to access these streaming services, if we already have multimedia players or if we are considering their purchase. Today the vast majority of televisions that we are going to find are already smart TVs, but while in the most affordable models it is common for manufacturers to implement simplified and / or their own operating systems, there are others who bet on the consolidated Android TV, WebOS and Tizen (Samsung). Regardless of taste, all three offer a suitable experience. Smart TV with high value for money: featured models Samsung Crystal UHD 2020 50TU8005 This Samsung Crystal UHD 2020 50TU8005 ( 487 euros ) is an interesting model for those who seek a balance between modernity, a good screen, a complete intelligent environment and care on a contained budget. It has details such as compatibility with assistants such as Google Assistant and Alexa and One Remote Control. SAMSUNG CRYSTAL UHD 2020 50TU8005 PANEL 4K UHD VA LCD with Edge LED backlighting and 16: 9 aspect ratio. Panel 10 bits (8 bits + FRC) SIZE fifty" HDR HLG, HDR10 + OS Tizen 5.5 LATENCY / REFRESH RATE - / 60 Hz HDMI PORTS 2 (2.0) PRICE 487 euros Panasonic Tx-58Gx710E

With the Panasonic Tx-58Gx710E ( 569 euros ) we find a television that stands out in its price range for its image quality and contrast, with a very fine and attractive design with a premium touch on a fairly large diagonal for its price. A very good option for those looking for image quality on a budget. PANASONIC TX-58GX710E PANEL 4K UHD VA LCD with Edge LED backlighting and 16: 9 aspect ratio. Panel 10 bits (8 bits + FRC) SIZE 58 " HDR HDR10, HLG, HDR10 + OS My Home Screen 4.0 LATENCY / REFRESH RATE - / 60 Hz HDMI PORTS 3 (2.0) PRICE 569 euros Philips 55PUS7504 / 12

Tv Philips 50quot 50pus7504 Uhd Stv Android P5 Amb Within the Philips mid-range of 2019 there are several interesting series from the point of view of value for money such as the 7304/12, the most affordable with Android TV. However, the PUS7504 / 12 family - slightly superior in terms of sound - is usually more lowered. Specifically this Philips 50PUS7504 / 12 ( 595 euros ) offers a very attractive balance between performance, diagonal and cost. This is a highly recommended television for those who want a television to watch movies and series thanks to its 55 "panel with Ambilight on the three sides with its wide compatibility in high dynamic range, including Dolby Vision. It reinforces this commitment to viewing technology Dolby Atmos in audio, which provides a sense of spatial sound. And another interesting feature for the more techies : it comes with support for Google Assistant and compatibility with Amazon Alexa. PHILIPS 55PUS7504 / 12 PANEL 4K UHD VA LCD with Direct LED backlighting and 16: 9 aspect ratio. Panel 10 bits (8 bits + FRC) SIZE 55 " HDR HDR10, HLG, HDR10 +, Dolby Vision OS Android TV LATENCY / REFRESH RATE 38 ms / 60 Hz HDMI PORTS 2 (2.0) PRICE 595 euros Xiaomi Mi TV 4S 65 " An interesting option if we are looking for a large screen within a tight budget is the versatile 65 " Xiaomi Mi LED TV 4S - also available in 55" ( 448 euros ) and 43 "for 349 euros - the latest launch in Spain from the firm. China. Although it lacks technologies such as VRR or ALLM for gaming, it offers a great gaming experience according to our analysis, as the game mode lowers latency and manages movement acceptably even in demanding titles, according to our analysis. The same happens for content viewing, since although without Dolby Vision or HDR, it offers good results that are reinforced if we consume in streaming thanks to Android TV, Patchwall and Chromecast. In addition it also stands out in design, achieving a very interesting television in quality price. XIAOMI MI TV 4S PANEL 4K UHD IPS LCD with Edge LED backlighting and 16: 9 aspect ratio. Panel 10 bits (8 bits + FRC) SIZE 65 " HDR HDR10 OS Android TV 9.0 LATENCY / REFRESH RATE 33 ms / 60 Hz HDMI PORTS 3 (2.0) PRICE 699 euros Sony KD55XF9005 High-end veteran model highly recommended in price quality - now it has a big discount - this Sony KD55XF9005 ( 829 euros ), since it is a quality smart TV that measures up both in gaming and in watching series and movies, as you can see in our analysis. In this sense, we were surprised by the depth of its blacks, the performance of its HDR and its contrast thanks to its Full Array backlighting system. SONY 55XF90 PANEL 4K UHD IPS LCD with FALD backlight and 16: 9 aspect ratio. 10 bit panel SIZE 55 " HDR HDR10, HLG, Dolby Vision OS Android 7.0 Nougat LATENCY / REFRESH RATE 25 ms / 120 Hz HDMI PORTS 4 (2.0) PRICE 829 euros Samsung QLED 4K 2020 55Q60T Samsung's upper-middle-range model, it is the simplest QLED family of this year, a smart TV with the latest technologies implemented by the Korean firm such as Adaptive Picture , a technology that analyzes ambient light in real time or as Object Tracking Sound + designed to improve the spatial sound of the television, Tap View , to connect the smartphone to the television and Multi-View to clone the smartphone on the television, among others. A smart TV with a very fine design and that, despite giving the stature in viewing content, stands out in its gaming features with technologies such as low latency automatic mode. SAMSUNG QLED 4K 2020 55Q60T PANEL 4K UHD VA LCD with Edge LED backlighting and 16: 9 aspect ratio. Panel 10 bits (8 bits + FRC) SIZE 55 " HDR HDR10, HLG, HDR10 +, Quantum HDR OS Tizen 5.5 LATENCY / REFRESH RATE 10 ms / 60 Hz HDMI PORTS 2 (2.0) PRICE 729 euros Hisense H55O8B If you want to make the leap to OLED to enjoy that delivery of color and sharpness in series and movies, the Hisense H55O8B ( 1149 euros ) is a very attractive model in relation to value for money. When we analyze it, we highlight precisely its overall image quality and its good colorimetry. It offers wide support for high dynamic range modes, with Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos for spatial sound. The operating system is its own, although in our analysis we experienced a better experience compared to previous versions. HISENSE H55O8B PANEL OLED 4K and aspect ratio 16: 9. 10 bit panel SIZE 55 " HDR HDR10, HLG, HDR10 +, Dolby Vision OS LIFE LATENCY / REFRESH RATE - / 120 Hz HDMI PORTS 4 (2.0) PRICE 1149 euros LG OLED55B9

And if the idea is to give a versatile OLED in terms of image quality but also solvent in gaming and with a consolidated operating system, the LG OLED55B9 ( 1199 euros ) from last year is a great candidate. To play, it includes the latest technologies - something that we will take advantage of both in the present and in the next generation of consoles -: variable refresh rate, low latency, good handling of movement and compatibility with Nvidia G-Sync. Regarding the reproduction of series and films, good color calibration and image treatment. In addition, it is compatible with Alexa and Google Assistant. LG OLED55B9 PANEL OLED 4K UHD and 16: 9 aspect ratio. 10 bit panel SIZE 55 " HDR HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG OS webOS 4.5 INPUT LATENCY / REFRESH RATE 14 ms / 120 Hz HDMI PORTS 4, HDMI 2.1 type PRICE 1,199 euros You can be up to date and at all times informed of the main offers and news from Xataka Selección on our Telegram channel or on our Twitter , Facebook and Flipboard magazine profiles . Note: some of the links posted here are from affiliates. Despite this, none of the articles mentioned have been proposed either by the brands or by the stores, their introduction being a unique decision of the team of editors.