New TV time - 4k worth it?

BaZ87 · 21 Aug 2015 at 18:25

My TV's on its last legs so I've started looking for something new. There's no set budget, if it's worth paying the extra, with in reason, I'll pay it. The only set requirement is I want it 50inch+. It's just going to be used for general tv and football, no games and almost no movies.

What's everyone's views on 4k and curved screens? I understand there's little to no 4k content (at least what I'll watch) around but obviously if I buy something now I'm going to want to keep it for a few years by which time I assume there will be more content, including football. And are curved screens worth it or just a gimmick?

Any recommendations will be appreciated.

BaZ87 · 21 Aug 2015 at 18:33

I've not looked at anything to tell the truth. I'm not sure where to start looking which is why I'm here.

BaZ87 · 21 Aug 2015 at 19:03

I wouldn't want to spend a great deal more than £1500 unless it was really worth paying.

BaZ87 · 22 Aug 2015 at 16:27

Thanks for the replies guys.

I did take a look in Currys yesterday and we're now leaning towards a 65 inch screen and as a result would be willing to go up to £2,500. Looking at the models you've suggested haszek, I'd be needing to stretch my budget up to £3,000 if I want the 65 inch screen.

BaZ87 · 22 Aug 2015 at 17:11

There will be a lot of football watched on it too but 65 inch isn't a must have though.

BaZ87 · 22 Aug 2015 at 17:46

I've got Sky & BT but not likely to get a 4k blu ray player. As above it's only going to be used for football on top of every day use. I wouldn't say I desperately need a 65" screen but it would be nice - 55" would be fine though. And no, sorry

BaZ87 · 25 Aug 2015 at 18:22

Thanks for all the advice guys. I bought the Samsung UE55JS8500 this afternoon. I'll get it all set up tomorrow and let you know what I think.

BaZ87 · 27 Aug 2015 at 19:02

It was a toss up between the 2 but seeing as it's main use is going to be watching football the Samsung edged it.

Tuco4 said:
Early verdict ? I've just ordered the same set so interested in your view !

Coming from a 10 year old Sony LCD it's fantastic. Only finished setting it up late last night and been at work most of the day so all I've managed is a couple of 4k YouTube clips which were breath-taking.

If I get time I'll write something later but don't be expecting anything technical because I've not got a clue.

BaZ87 · 27 Aug 2015 at 21:19

Not at all. The sofa's sitting face on to the TV so you barely even notice it but even from an angle it's fine.

BaZ87 · 3 Sep 2015 at 18:13

kevpuk said:
Hoping to trade-in the damaged UE32H5500 to get the £250 cashback - Samsung rep in-store at JL reckoned this would be fine, so.......

I was told when I bought mine that Samsung won't even check to see if the TV exists let alone works. You just fill the model details in and they'll send you your money.