Looking for a new 4K TV

RDB85

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So I have decided to buy myself a new TV. I’m a bit newbie when it comes to all the tech. The OLED TVs look great however, there are some concerns. The QLED whilst brilliant looks to be a marketing ploy.

So any advice on TVs that are 55” I will mainly be using for TV, Netflix, Amazon Prime, and may look at some 4K Blu-ray or an Apple 4K TV Box.

I’ve decided to get back into gaming so I am considering an Xbox or PS4.

So if you could provide any advice that would be great. I am also thinking I may invest in either a sound bar or the idea of some Q Acoustic Bookshelf Speakers and a Sub plus an Amp.
 
bloodiedathame said:
What are your concerns about OLED? They are the best screens on the market currently, and if you're considering them then I guess you've got a decent budget?
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The image burn etc, they are the best on the market but £1500 I think is quite a lot for a TV. I’m looking at something just as good but a little cheaper.
 
Robzere31 said:
Without a doubt oled is the way to go IMO.
I recently bought an LG55B7 & it's the best screen I've ever owned.
Feed it a decent signal & the IQ is stunning.

I've paired it with a Denon 2400H AV & Sony x800 blu ray player. Came in at just over £2k but well worth it.
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I will have a look in the stores and see what they look like.
 
pepp77 said:
KD-55XE9005 would be the best non OLED TV at the moment, but they are only a few hundred less than the OLED. After that you are looking at the MU7000/MU8000 from Samsung or the EX750B in 50" or 58" from Panasonic.
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The reviews look okay for the Sony, the Samsung I believe are also very good. Not a bad price in Currys at the moment
 
What’s everyone’s thoughts on the QLED? I also like the connection box from Samsung, nice idea as I hate wires.
 
Lanz said:
I remember that the 55" KS7000 went down to about £1100 before it got replaced, the QE55Q7F isn't quite there yet.
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I like the design of the Q7 but again as you’ve mentioned it’s a repackaged TV. I may look at a 49” and see what bargains I can get, as they could be considered and put the rest into some speakers.
 
kai said:
I am in the same boat. I am considering which option is best.

Samsung UE55MU7000 or pushing the boat out and getting a LG OLED55B7V. £700 difference in price to get OLED :( So tempted but not sure if fully worth it as i only really watch Sky/HD

This will be a big upgrade for me as i purchased this 6 years ago: https://www.whathifi.com/samsung/ue46c5100/specs
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£700 difference is a lot. Ideally I would like one less than £1000. So £700 -£800 ideally. I’m sure the OLEDs are superb. I just think a nice TV plus speakers and an Amp would be better. I may look in JL or Richer Sounds.
 
Lima said:
I was in similar boat to you OP. Hated the idea of spending £1k or more on a new TV. About a year ago I bought a 50" 4k Panasonic for £700. It broke (just stopped turning on) after about 4 months. Got it replaced and 8 months later exact same problem. Reliability issue aside, I was not impressed by the quality at all. Software was very laggy. Motion wasn't good and I just wasn't overly impressed. Black Friday I went out on a limb and impulse bought the LG OLED C7 for £1,500 and it is absolutely amazing. Interface is fantastic, easy to use, software is quite responsive and the 4k quality is just unreal.
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They do look amazing tbh. It’s a lot of money I think to outlay on a TV, as I would be getting it on finance.
 
Simmz said:
When are you looking to buy?

If you can hold off 6 months, there's a chance the OLED's may hit £1000, just depends how long you can hold out for?

Personally though, if I had a budget of say £1500 in total and needed audio equipment too, then I would definitely NOT buy the OLED and get something cheaper with a nice sound system to go alongside it. While the picture is absolutely amazing on the OLED, the sound still isn't that great on its own, and you will definitely have a better experience with a slightly less expensive TV and a better stand alone sound system alongside it.
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I am in no rush really and I would as you say want to get a sound system also. I would rather wait really.
 
I will hold out then. Any recommendations on an Amp and some Bookstand Speakers with a Sub. I don’t really want surround sound as I would like to stream and play music also. (Should I make a new post)
 
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