Spec TV for a ftb.

Im literally just about to press buy lol damnit vila.

I have done some fair research into LG OLED and everyone does highly rate it but then you kind of hit the nail on the head with the issue I have regarding performance.

That is definitely where the TV will be and we will have the same type of setup. So viewing distance = angles as above.

£700 Same shortlist as this guy considering the previous recommended stuff.: https://www.avforums.com/threads/help-narrow-down-my-list-advice-appreciated.2017948/

This guy seems to have the same dilemma?
https://www.avforums.com/threads/cheaper-65-inch-or-higher-end-55-inch-tv.2005888/

So back to my point, I will spend £1300 if its worth it but if I can have comparable experience at half the price then hmm, but to bring another figure into it, get a bigger £1300 LCD?
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Sony-KDL-65W855C-65-inch-X-Reality-Motionflow/dp/B00UPCJ0K4

In short OLED is defo better based on research, even at 1080p especially at that distance. - Seems to be where im edging then when I buy a £700 for my bedroom I can then compare/regret/ponder.


How the setup will be - https://www.dropbox.com/s/gg208btr1hauehy/Screenshot_2015-11-25-18-04-38.png?dl=0away

Some size dimensions we received to put the sofas in. (May be a little out)
https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/23317044/IMG-20160122-WA0001.jpg
 
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Truth be told I wasnt even that bothered about a full cinematic experience, I was just after the best bang per buck TV lol and wanted a good deal / recommendation.
Like I said I have to buy a TV for tuesday delivery :P as thats when sky is being installed and we move in around then.

I'm happy to mount the TV above the fireplace if that would be more suited but then am I spending further money to do this and is it impractical with sky box and anything else to go with it such as bluray player etc?
 
I typed a huge message then lost my post, damnit!

Not really nope, g/f waned me to purchase tv for bedroom and living room. (Yesterday lol)

Ok noted.

Purchased new sofas that will be same size layout and due to nature of room theres not much else to do.

I could always purchase 1 TV and then go from there: http://www.johnlewis.com/lg-55ec930...3_1458426763_6c242ae9fd1678cb9a26e0c021d82226
Purchase the 55 OLED and if its not big enough relegate it to our double bedroom and we have an awesome TV with not much further viewing distance?. (Seems overkill though)
http://www.rightmove.co.uk/property...allery.html?propertyId=37452051&photoIndex=0#

OR

Consider £1300 65 Sony 65w855c
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Sony-KDL-65W855C-65-inch-X-Reality-Motionflow/dp/B00UPCJ0K4


OR £700 Sony W80

http://www.johnlewis.com/sony-bravi...2b1e6a2&s_kwcid=402x352523&tmad=c&tmcampid=73
 
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Link doesnt work?

Also just went to potentially purchase John lewis but no longer delivery for Tuesday!

Oh dear! shes not going to be happy lol.
 
Thanks for spending the time on the image, unfortunately we have large 2 seaters so they wouldnt fit in the window area like in your image, it would then impact on the door and reduce space.

Is it likely I can pop into JL/Richersounds and pickup the tv? Newcastle - RS says it has 1 in stock but says some models may be ex display?
 
Sorry I had been asleep, you are correct, its not that big at all - its simply due to being in the corner.

My living room is: Living Room - 4.91m x 3.62m (16'1" x 11'11") - Coving to the ceiling, living flame effect gas fire with wooden surround, marble insert and hearth, laminate flooring, double radiator, walk in bay window to the front.

ATM it seems to be between
Oled £1300
http://www.johnlewis.com/lg-55ec930...3_1458480086_53073f1cd3391667092c560d760bb12a

Hisense 65 720 FALD £1000
has very good reviews on AV forums:
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Hisense-Smart-Curved-Ultra-warranty/dp/B014KOKZUG

IMO the Hisense seems to be the middle ground with "good" colour and then size makes it the winner?
 
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Just to give dimensions and perspective.

Living Room - 4.91m x 3.62m (16'1" x 11'11") - Coving to the ceiling, living flame effect gas fire with wooden surround, marble insert and hearth, laminate flooring, double radiator, walk in bay window to the front.

https://www.dropbox.com/s/gg208btr1hauehy/Screenshot_2015-11-25-18-04-38.png?dl=0away

This image shows it best for perspective - TB being in the far right!
https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/23317044/IMG-20160122-WA0001.jpg

I have added to the dimensions so they are a little more realistic!

By my estimate average viewing distance is 10feet give or take 2 foot? (Have added dimensions)
https://www.dropbox.com/home/Public?preview=TV+Dimension+(1).jpg
 
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Bug One said:
I recently got a Phillips 55pft6309 with ambilight, refurbished for just under 400.

Phillips6309Ambilight.jpg


I saw the TV a few years ago in the flesh, and have been waiting for ages for it to come down to a price I can justify.

The ambilight would look great in a bedroom. Plus it has a 2D to 3D conversion - which actually works.

Overall I couldn't recommend the Tv enough. The only let down is the built in android is bit slow. If you're using external devices (I use an RKM v5) that's not such a concern.
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Thanks for all the input people.

I can appreciate both the input you are giving and to be fair I dont think either of you could clearly come to agreement, there will always be subjection/experience etc.

I think the best way is to simply view the TV in person at different sizes and decide myself.

Best example I can give is, 120hz, like night and day being an FPS gamer. I can tell by mouse movements and looking at the screen. My friends on the other hand dont notice a thing, I can imagine PQ being the same.

My initial post was to get a bang per buck and like you have stated that can also be subjective. I think the nail was hit on the head that I am by no means an enthusiast and probably never will be on home theatre etc, this was just the place to post.

Looking at the image above, I would have probably said that philips for £500 would have been more than ample.

To go against that I have ordered the 65" hisense from amazon as the G/F said she preferred it.

Anyway, now onto the TV for our bedroom, do I just ignore all the above and get an OLED 55 :) or save the cash and get something around £500 :)
 
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