Confused on HDR

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ajf

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looking at buying a new 4k tv and was looking at hdr capable sets.
Seems to be quite a bit of confusion as to what actually is hdr.
I was looking at these two:
http://www.samsung.com/uk/tv/KU6100/
http://www.lg.com/uk/tvs/lg-49UH770V

Both seem to have hdr but only the Samsung has the certified Ultra HD logo, or is this to do with 4k rather than hdr?
I prefer the LG but dom't want to buy something out of spec.
 
OK, thanks.
Looks like I need to up the budget a bit.
The LG is HDR10 and Dolby Vision, but reviews are showing backlight issues so perhaps best to steer clear!
 
The LG did look good on paper but there were several reports of contrast and blacks not being good due to the type of backlight and it being an IPS panel.
I guess it's all relative if that is being compared to a significantly more expensive/advanced set.

Have you noticed any issues using it with dark scenes?
 
55" is too big for me!!!
The KS7000 has the same problem, and is really more than I want to spend - it's typically £300 more than the LG or Samsung.
49" is the biggest I want really. My current Samsung is only 37".
Might have to re-evaluate priorities, and maybe just go for 4k and not worry about HDR.
Main reason for changing is getting one that is 'smart' for use with Amazon Prime etc, and thought I would be best going for 4k as it is now quite common for content.
Maybe I'll have another look at the original Samsung I posted as it seems to be good for 4k, just not hdr as well.
There isn't much hdr content yet is there, even on 4k bluray?
 
Fair enough.
Budget at the moment is £500-£600, but perhaps I'll wait a bit.
 
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