From the size of the diagonal to the matrix and the functions of Smart TV - we study all the parameters of modern TVs and select the best.
If you have a little experience in buying equipment, each visit to the store becomes torture. It seems that all the TV is like one: and the picture like everyone is bright, and the sound is about the same. Let's deal with how to choose the right TV for home so as not to regret buying.
To pay attention to when choosing TV:
BudgetResolution
Dimensions
Spell frequency
Production technology
Type of matrix
Form: Curved or Direct
Sound system
Number of ports
3D functions
Smart TV.
Additional functions
Budget
The TV refers to the category of technology for which there is practically no upper price threshold. It can cost twenty thousand rubles, and almost a million. Therefore, it is better to determine in advance how much you are willing to spend on it.
At the same time, search for an answer to the question of how to choose an inexpensive TV for the house, almost no difference from the selection strategy of a high-budget model. The main thing is to be able to navigate in the characteristics. About them and will be discussed below.
Resolution
Among buyers is often the following approach: buy TV with the greatest resolution on which there is enough money. But these are incorrect tactics, because it is necessary to take into account other characteristics of the model that you liked.Let's start with permission - this is the number of pixels on the screen.
What you need to know about the resolution
- The most popular parameter is Full HD, image size: 1920 x 1080 pixels.
- More active are now advanced devices with a resolution of 4K, and this is already 3840 x 2160 pixels.
- One of the latest high-profile new products is 8K TV, the resolution of which is 7680 x 4320 pixels.
Logic is simple: the higher the resolution, the better the video quality. This is true, it is the high density of pixels that make a picture of a clear and bright picture.
Important nuances when choosing
- First, the human eye from a certain distance is not able to determine the difference between 4k and Full HD image. It is possible to notice it only approaching the screen.
- Secondly, far from the message content is presented as 4K, nevertheless most TV programs are still broadcasting in Full HD. However, this is a matter of time, new devices support shooting in high quality, and almost all popular strimming services on the Internet offer for a separate page viewing 4K content.
Who should look at the models with support 4k and above? If you like to watch Blu-Ray movies, play modern consoles and are ready to pay for films and serials in high resolution on the cutting channels, it makes sense to acquire such a screen.
How to choose a television size
This is another customer tactics: buy the largest equipment with the existing budget. She is also wrong. And that's why.
- Be sure to consider the parameters of the place where the device will be located. It happens that the TV bought, and he does not fit in the wardard allotted to him in the closet, or the bedside table turns out too small.
- It is worth measuring and the distance on which it is planned to watch TV. For example, in the kitchen there is a wide screen for nothing, and in the living room or a spacious bedroom with a large bed, it will fit very well.
Typically, the size is calculated: the diagonal in cm is multiplied by the coefficient from 1.5 to 2. It turns out that a 32-inch diagonal is 81.28 cm (1 cm - 2.54 inches). Then the most comfortable distance for viewing will be one, maximum two meters.
This table shows the average values of the diagonal that take into account the typical size of the rooms. They will help you choose a TV for home to the distance to it.
| Room | Diagonal |
| Kitchen | Compact up to 29 inches |
| Bedroom | Medium size: from 29 to 39 inches |
| Living room | Medium and wide diagonals: from 39 to 49 inches |
| Home cinemas, spacious living rooms (minimum distance when viewing - 1.8 meters) | Large formats from 49 inches and above |
To make it easier to navigate when buying, capture a roulette or a centimeter tape with you. And do not forget to measure the distance from the sofa or bed to the wall, which are planning to put equipment.
Spell frequency
This is the number of image changes in one second, the parameter is measured in Hertz. Simply put, this is how smooth and sharp will reflect the movable items and objects on the screen. You can notice this when viewing slowdown videos using the Slow Motion effect.For example, gaming computer displays with a frequency of 300 Hz can boast of excellent transmission of movement, while on the outdated 50 Hz the picture will be blurred.
Since few, marketers are actively manipulated in this parameter. Buyers are important to take into account several factors: for FULL HD technology, an indicator of 120 Hz is optimal. This image will be better than, for example, on a 4K screen with a frequency of 60 Hz.
Production technology
This depends on the brightness of the video. There are several options.
- LED or LCD matrix with LED backlight occurs in stores more often than others. Such models have a fairly good image quality, and they do not consume a lot of energy. The only drawback can be called distorted transmission when viewed at an angle, as well as limited contrast: black may seem not dark and even gray.
- OLED is an organic matrix that consists of separate LEDs. Its main advantage is the deeper transmission of black. Such models are more expensive.
- QLED devices operate on quantum dot technology. And, if briefly, the quality of the image on them is even higher than in OLED. In addition, there is no burnout effect when after viewing the transfer with the logo in the corner, you still see the silhouette of this logo itself.
I must say that the final picture depends in many respects from the manufacturer. Even with the same characteristics, they can vary greatly. Before you choose a TV for home in 2020 by this parameter, compare the store one and the same video on two devices: for example, LED and OLED. Moreover, it is advisable to view not an advertising video, but to record your own fragment video on the USB flash drive and ask to reproduce it.
Matrix LCD televisions
Another important parameter on which the final picture depends on.3 most common types of matrices
- IPS is characterized by good quality display of dynamic scenes, but a long response time is the time that the panel will be required to switch colors. At the same time, compared to others, the matrix has a larger viewing angle. LG is manufacturing such panels, and they are used by almost all manufacturers. Moreover, both in low-cost devices and high-budget.
- Pls - inexpensive analog IPS. The pixel density is higher, it is better and brightness, and color reproduction.
- PVA matrices - SAMSUNG development, is used by almost all major market players. Of the advantages: a large viewing angle, good contrast and deep black. There are several types: Super PVA, AMVA and so on - they differ in image quality.
Screen form
It is difficult to give advice on how to choose a TV for home depending on the shape of its screen. Here everyone relies on their own perception. Nevertheless, there are some details to pay attention to.Important features of direct and curved screens
- First, curved take a little more space. And more attention pays for. In modern and futuristic interiors there are no problems with this, but if the style of the design is classic, the usual technique is easier to decorate, and the panel is built into the closet.
- Secondly, the curved device is also not hanging on the wall too - such a system looks like a mining system. All the curved models are designed to install on horizontal surfaces.
- Finally, wait for the effect of full dive, as in a movie theater, which is promised by many manufacturers, is not worth it. Even on screens with a diagonal from 60 inches, it is not too noticeable.
- What is really worth considering is the angle of view, the value of which can decrease due to curvature. This is especially noticeable on small diagonals.
Judging by the reviews, buying a curved screen is justified if you are considering a device with a diagonal of 70 inches and a 4K resolution.
Sound system
The greater the device, the more powerful its sound. But it is not worth relying on the size when comparing two different manufacturers. The fact is that the method of measuring the power they may differ. In low-cost models, count on a loud and clear sound. Reducing the dimensions of technology, companies often sacrifice exactly the acoustic system. Therefore, if you want a truly cool sound, think about the additional purchase of acoustics.
Number of HDMI ports
From their number, the possibility of connecting the game console, player, computer, receiver, and so on is directly dependent. If you want to use the TV not only to view the essential gears and movies, you need at least 3 ports. If the TV is selected into the kitchen or in a children's room, you can do and alone. The same logic is also valid for USB and other connectors.
3D functions
There are two types of 3D: active and passive.For passive technology, simple polarization 3D glasses with filters are needed. They are light and cheap. This system is used in cinemas. What is important: such glasses do not give a strong eye load, so and watch movies in them most comfortably.
To use active 3D, also need glasses. The 3D effect is implemented due to the "closing" mechanism of special shutters, so such glasses work from the battery. They are harder and more expensive - an important fact if you want to purchase an extra pair. However, the result itself is better: the 3D effect is observed even at a short distance.
Before buying, be sure to test both options: a consensus about what technology is better not, no. It is better to rely on your own feelings.
Smart TV.
If the task is to choose a good TV for home as the main, without SMART technology can not do. It provides Internet access via Wi-Fi or LAN and increases the possibilities of technology. There is access to online cinemas, cutting services, information and entertainment channels. In addition, it is thanks to this that the TV can connect to the system of the smart home. And some models allow control not only with a remote control, but also gestures, and even voice.
Modern TV is available on the basis of several operating systems, which, by analogy with the OS, smartphones and tablets allow you to install various entertainment applications.
Additional features
In addition to the above, modern TVs have additional functions that repeatedly expand their use.
- PIP is the possibility of playing two pictures at once from different channels. Conveniently, if you want to simultaneously follow the match and, for example, view news.
- Video recording allows you to record a broadcast on an external drive or directly into the instrument memory.
- TimeShift allows you to pause the ether and continue viewing later. For example, when you were distracted by transfer to other affairs.
- Bluetooth - the function is no less useful than Wi-Fi. Thanks to her, wireless headphones, smartphones, tablets and other techniques can be connected to TV. And, accordingly, reproduce content, such as photo and video, which is stored in their memory.
- A memory card slot that some TV possesses makes it possible to view photos, video and other files from this media.
When buying, pay attention to the complete set. For example, not all manufacturers provide special brackets that you can attach TV to the wall. Often they have to acquire separately. And in the case of TV supporting 3D, not so simple. If you live not alone to enjoy the bulk pictures, you will need to purchase a couple of points. Most manufacturers provide only one accessory.
