Televisions

Buying Guide

Televisions

The television is the heart of any home entertainment system. Choosing the right one can elevate your viewing experience. Explore this guide to find the perfect TV that suits your viewing needs and fits into your space!

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Screen Size
Resolution
Screen Technology
Operating System
Panel Type
Features
Ports and Connectivity

Screen Size

Choose the Right Screen Size
The screen size of your TV should be based on your viewing distance and room size. Here's a guide to help you choose:

32-43 inches

Viewing
distances of 4-6 feet

Bedrooms or
small living rooms

Studio apartments
or compact spaces

50-55 inches

Viewing
distances of 6-8 feet

For medium-sized
living rooms

Popular size for
average households

65-75 inches

Viewing
distances of 8-12 feet

Large living rooms
or entertainment spaces

Immersive experience
for home theatres

75+ inches

For viewing
distances over 12 feet

Ideal for dedicated
home theatres

Large gatherings and
entertainment spaces

Resolution

Choose the Right TV Resolution
Resolution determines the sharpness and clarity of your TV screen. Higher resolutions provide better detail, especially on larger screens.

HD

HD TVs offer a basic resolution of 1280 x 720 pixels. Ideal for casual viewers and compact rooms, these TVs provide a decent viewing experience without needing much space or budget

Full HD

Full HD TVs deliver crisp images and enhanced clarity with their 1920 x 1080 pixels resolution. Perfect for medium sized rooms, these televisions are suitable for watching TV shows and movies or playing games with clear, sharp visuals.

4K Ultra HD

4K Ultra HD TVs offer sharp, highly detailed images with a resolution of 3840 x 2160 pixels. Ideal for high definition streaming and gaming, these large screen TVs provide an immersive viewing experience with incredible detail.

8K Ultra HD

8K Ultra HD TVs deliver unmatched clarity with their ultra high 7680 x 4320 pixels resolution. Perfect for future proofing your entertainment setup, these TVs ensure stunning precision and detail, even in large spaces.

Screen Technology

Choose the Right TV Screen Technology
Screen technology affects colour, brightness, and contrast. Selecting the right technology ensures you get the best picture quality tailored to your room lighting and viewing preferences.

LED

LED TVs use energy efficient backlighting to deliver bright visuals and balanced picture quality. Ideal for general viewing in brightly lit spaces, they offer a reliable, good quality option for everyday use

QLED

QLED TVs use quantum dots for bright, vibrant colours and high contrast. Ideal for brightly lit rooms, these TVs enhance colour accuracy, making them perfect for viewers who want rich, vibrant visuals.

OLED

OLED TVs have self emitting pixels that produce perfect blacks and stunning contrast. They are ideal for cinematic viewing and offer enhanced picture quality, excellent colour accuracy, and wide viewing angles.

NanoCell

NanoCell TVs use nanoparticle technology to filter out dull colours and deliver vibrant, lifelike visuals. They provide excellent picture quality from wide angles, making them great for group viewing and immersive experiences.

Operating System

Choose the Right OS
The operating system of your TV determines its user interface, app availability, and smart features. It s crucial to pick one that matches your eco system preferences and usage patterns.

Android TV

This Google powered platform offers Play Store for app support, built in Chromecast for seamless streaming, Google Assistant integration for voice control, and regular updates for a complete smart TV experience.

WebOS TV

LG's webOS interface features an intuitive magic remote with pointer control, a quick access menu bar, AI powered content recommendations, smooth multitasking, and support for major streaming apps while offering excellent gaming features.

Tizen TV

Samsung's streamlined Tizen OS delivers fast performance with Gaming Hub integration, Multi View for split screen watching, SmartThings compatibility for home automation, and support for all popular streaming services.

Fire OS TV

Amazon's Fire OS integrates with Alexa for voice control, prioritizes Prime content discovery, offers personalized recommendations, supports major streaming apps, and provides easy access to Prime Video, Music, and Photos.

Panel Type

Understanding TV Panel Types
Your TV panel plays a crucial role in determining the picture quality and viewing angles. Knowing the differences between various panels will help you choose the best option for your room setup and viewing preferences.

IPS (In-Plane Switching)

Offers up to 178 degrees viewing angle with minimal colour shift, perfect for wide seating arrangements
Lower contrast ratio, which results in greyish blacks and less depth in dark scenes
Provides excellent colour accuracy with consistent
and enhanced colour reproduction
Faster response time reduces ghosting, ideal for fast paced content like
gaming
Best for bright rooms, professional editing work, and wide seating
arrangements

VA (Vertical Alignment)

Limited viewing angles (around 160 degrees) with noticeable colour shift at side angles
Higher contrast ratio, which delivers deeper blacks and better dark room performance
Good colour accuracy but slight colour shift at angles; less consistent
than IPS panels
Slower response time may cause ghosting and motion blur in fast-moving scenes
Ideal for home theatre setups, single viewer positions, and dark room
viewing

Features

Understanding Essential TV Features
Modern TVs come with numerous features that enhance your viewing experience. Understanding these features will help you choose a TV that best suits your entertainment needs.

Wi-Fi Connectivity

Smart TVs now offer built in voice assistants like Google Assistant, Alexa, or Bixby for hands free control. Use voice commands to change channels, adjust volume, search content, and control smart home devices.

Voice Assistant

Smart TVs now offer built in voice assistants like Google Assistant, Alexa, or Bixby for hands-free control. Use voice commands to change channels, adjust volume, search content, and control smart home devices.

App Support

Access to streaming platforms, games, and utility apps expands your TV's capabilities. Look for TVs with major app stores offering Netflix, Prime Video, YouTube, and other popular streaming services.

HGiG Mode

High Game Input Guidance mode optimizes HDR gaming performance. This feature ensures accurate HDR tone mapping in games to provide the best possible gaming visuals as intended by developers..

Audio Technology

Support for Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, or other advanced audio formats enhances sound immersion. Look for AI powered sound optimization and compatibility with various sound systems and soundbars.

Picture Processor

The TV's brain that handles upscaling, motion smoothing, and colour enhancement. More advanced processors deliver better picture quality, reduced noise, and smoother motion handling.

Refresh Rate

Higher refresh rates, such as 120Hz, provide smoother motion in sports, gaming, and action scenes. Native 120Hz panels offer better motion clarity and reduced blur, especially important for gaming.

HDR Support

High Dynamic Range formats like HDR10, Dolby Vision, or HDR10+ improve contrast and colour. Better HDR capability means more vibrant colours and enhanced detail in bright and dark scenes.

Viewing Angle

Panel type affects how pictures look when viewed from different angles. IPS panels offer better viewing angles but lower contrast, while VA panels provide better contrast but narrower viewing angles.

Screen Mirroring and Casting

Share content from your phone, tablet, or computer directly to your TV. Features like Chromecast, AirPlay, and Miracast let you wirelessly display photos, videos, and presentations.

Speaker Position

Location and type of built in speakers affect sound dispersion and clarity. Down firing, front firing, or side firing speakers can significantly impact audio performance and dialogue clarity.

Smart Remotes

Modern TV remotes offer voice control, motion pointing, and shortcuts for streamlined navigation. Some remotes might include backlighting, programmable buttons, and universal control features.

Ports

Understanding Essential TV Ports
Ports play a crucial role in determining how well your TV connects with other devices. Knowing the types and numbers of ports available will help you ensure compatibility with your entertainment setup.

HDMI Ports

Having a minimum of 3 to 4 HDMI ports is crucial for accommodating gaming consoles, Blu ray players, and streaming devices. Look for at least one HDMI 2.1 port for optimal gaming performance.

USB Ports

Multiple USB ports are necessary for connecting external media devices like flash drives. Prioritize USB 3.0 for faster data transfer or quicker access to your media library.