Before buying a TV set for our homes, we often ask, “Which TV should I buy?”. With the advancement of technology that a television contains, from resolution to different HDR standards, refresh rate, and operating systems, there are numerous considerations to make before purchasing a new TV. An electronic device such as television can last for nearly a decade before it needs to be replaced.
For those considering purchasing a new television, in this TV buying guide, listed below are five things to consider before making your final decision on which television model to buy.
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Screen Size
The screen size of the television is an essential factor to consider. You should invest in a larger screen to provide a more cinematic experience if you have ample space. A large screen in a small room, on the other hand, can make for an uncomfortable content consumption experience. Therefore, make sure you are sitting at a comfortable distance from the television. A straightforward method of determining the minimum viewing distance for specific screen size is to divide the screen size by 10. According to the TV buying guide, the required viewing distance for a 55-inch television is 5.5 feet, and 6.5 feet for a 65-inch screen. Keep in mind that this is the bare minimum viewing distance. You can always go back further if you want to.
Operating System
Nowadays, just about every television is a Smart TV, which has an operating system similar to your smartphone. There are a few widely used operating systems. These operating systems essentially allow you to connect your television to the internet and consume content from streaming services such as Prime Video, Netflix, and many others without the need for an external device. Many of these smart TVs can be controlled by smart speakers that are Google Assistant or Alexa enabled. Almost all televisions running on these popular operating systems are equipped with a voice-activated remote control, which allows you to operate the television by simply speaking commands. For the time being, it is safe to say that your smart TV can serve as a central hub for all of your smart connected devices.
Connectivity
Make sure your television has a minimum of three HDMI ports for connecting devices such as your set-top box, gaming console, and other accessories. Your TV must have an HDMI ARC or eARC port if you intend to connect it to other devices such as a home theatre or soundbar. If you want a television that will last for years to come, look for this connectivity feature. This also comes with additional connectivity options such as an optical audio port, and some models even include a 3.5mm AUX port for added convenience.
HDR Technology
It essentially provides a more vibrant, contrasty, and brighter content consumption experience in terms of colours and contrast. There are several high dynamic range standards, but Dolby Vision is the one to look out for. As the name implies, this is Dolby’s High Dynamic Range standard, supported by many televisions. HDR 10 is an open standard found on a growing number of televisions. So, if possible, look for a tv that has Dolby Vision. Even though many TVs advertise a high dynamic range (HDR) as a unique selling proposition, many budget TVs deliver a disappointing HDR experience.
Screen Resolution
Unless you are looking at a 32-inch or 40-to-43-inch television, the TV buying guide recommends opting for a 4K television. Streaming services increasingly offer 4K content which is becoming more popular. TV brands typically upscale 1080p and even 720p content well, providing a good viewing experience for you as you watch it. 1080p is an excellent choice for smaller screen sizes, such as 43 inches or less. There is no point in purchasing an 8K television at this time. Not only are they prohibitively expensive, but there is no 8K content available for streaming on any of the primary streaming services.
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