Top 15 2018 televisions

TV, which with a light heart could be recognized as the category leader. However, noticeably surpassing the competitors in terms of natural color and overall realism of the image, it is still not as popular as the “Koreans” that are massively represented on the domestic market and more affordable. However, he who has eyes will see.

Sony KDL-43WF805 (alternative to KDL-49WF805) deserves the most flattering epithets. The model is qualitatively made, made in a stylish minimalist design, thanks to the Android TV platform, is not deprived of a full set of "smart" features.

Excellent quality picture - the merit of proprietary technologies.X-Reality ™ PRO improves sharpness, Live Color ™ color, blur effect in dynamic scenes neutralizes Motionflow ™ XR 400 Hz. Of course, Sony’s 2018 model supports HDR. And films and games in a wide dynamic range are a completely new level of perception.

Perhaps, the best offer of 2018 among compact "smart" TVs 32ʺ with a screen resolution of 1080p Full HD. In the kitchen, bedroom, nursery or any other small room UE32N5300AU will be in place. The case is slightly thickened, but, firstly, it is not critical, and secondly, it is a consequence of using a more uniform Direct LED backlight, with which the typical problem of Samsung displays - light - is less pronounced or completely absent.

The picture is clear. The merit is not only a good matrix, but also a special Ultra Clean View function that can minimize input distortion. The PurColour technology works on realistic color, Micro Dimming Pro algorithm improves contrast. Even HDR is supported. Let only for the standard HDR10 format, and the 8-bit panel width and not the most outstanding peak brightness indicators will not reveal the premium content in all the smallest details, but it's better than nothing.

The update line of LED-TVs in 2018 were not only grants. The budget segment has also been replenished with a decent model from the well-known Chinese manufacturer BBK. Actually, some significant innovations predictably could not be identified, but the price tag is beautiful, the picture is in order, the design is pretty with thin frames.

The display is 40, the resolution is 1920x1080 (FHD), the viewing angles are 176 ° / 176 °. There is no Smart TV support, which 40LEM-1049 / FTS2C is only good, since inexpensive “smart” counterparts, forgive the pun, are usually very much “stupid”.

Reception of digital broadcasting is available in all standards: satellite - DVB-S2, terrestrial - DVB-T2, cable - DVB-C. When you connect an external USB-drive can record TV programs in real time (TimeShift) or according to the schedule (PVR).

What is not advertising TV, so new and very best QLED and OLED models. But it is worth the simple buyer to look at the price tag, and immediately it becomes sad. It is good that the leading manufacturers, in particular Samsung, offer new versions not only of expensive top TVs, but also quite affordable for the mass consumer.

Here is the Samsung UE49NU7100U. The design is good: a thin body and frame, neat stand. Screen straight, Ultra HD resolution (3840x2160 pixels), 49 точек diagonal. Depending on the needs and size of the budget there are options for 40, 43, 55, 65 inches. The refresh rate, as you would expect, is 50/60 Hz.

Tizen OS is responsible for Smart functions. The processor - 4 cores. An intelligent control system has been implemented; when you connect a compatible smartphone through the SmartThings app, you can use the functions of the remote control and Mirror Screen.

Owners of high-quality and affordable LG TVs are well aware of what is “cheap and angry”. And in 2018, this club is likely to expand significantly, including at the expense of the new owners of a very interesting model 49UK6450 (or 65ʺ, 55ʺ, 43). Just do not think that an adequate price implies a certain simplicity.

Display resolution - UHD (3840x2160), the refresh rate - the standard 50/60 Hz. The IPS matrix is ​​traditionally characterized by wide viewing angles. On board 4-core image processor. The Active HDR 4K feature will delight connoisseurs of high-quality content shot in an extended dynamic range, and the standard format can be “pulled up” to the “like HDR” level.

A positive impression is reinforced by the WebOS Smart TV platform. Here you will find both a music player, and a browser, a branded app store, and even a bonus in the form of “LG Channels Plus”. Included remote control Magic Remote.

No, the Chinese (Hong Kong) company TP Vision, which is now independently producing TVs under the well-known logo of a former partner, is not going to give up. And in fact, many users are surprised to note that even Philips budget TVs can boast a very high-quality, realistic picture. Apparently, at one time the Dutch generously shared technology.

There is also a traditional set of claims: a buggy, often hung Smart, problems with a proprietary server, periodically falling off the network. So, the 2018 model 50PUT6023 lacks these shortcomings for a very banal reason: there is no “smart” platform in it, as well as the possibility of an Internet connection. It's just a good 4K TV at the right price.

The screen size is 50ʺ, the matrix is ​​VA with a resolution of 3840x2160 pixels, the type of backlight is Direct LED. Since the regular tuner is sharpened only for receiving the on-air DVB-T2 digital signal, it is important to have 3 HDMI connectors to which you can already connect cable, satellite receivers, TV boxes. There are also 2 USB ports for playing content from external media.

What exactly can not blame LG, so it is in the absence of a desire for leadership in everything. Well, the developers of this company's TVs could not remain indifferent to the success of the main competitor with its QLED technology. Repeating is somehow not solid and, most likely, unlawful, but to implement the idea in your own way and, if possible, to surpass it is quite in the spirit of the brand.

The TV, positioned as the LG SUPER UHD, is equipped with an innovative 2nd generation Nano Cell display, which allows you to accurately reproduce the most complete range of colors. And the change in viewing angle does not cause any distortion. Moreover, the LG 55SK8500 has a full-matrix dimming system with the ability to control each element of the backlight separately. Hence the excellent contrast.

Cinema lovers will definitely like the LG Cinema HDR technology, which is “friendly” with content in HDR10 Pro, HLG Pro, Advanced HDR formats from Technicolor, Dolby Vision. Audio system to match: supported cinematic sound Dolby Atmos, speaker configuration 2.2.

Magnificent 4K TV from a famous brand. The Japanese manufacturer does not abuse the terminology of the type Super or Premium UHD, but can there be any doubt that its 9th series is the very premium class? Interestingly, on board the KD-55XF9005 LCD matrix VA from Samsung. Very pragmatic, in the spirit of globalism.

This does not mean that the image will be like that of the “Koreans”. By naturalness, realistic color reproduction Sony ahead of the rest. In this case, this is facilitated by a powerful 4K HDR X1 ™ Extreme image processor and a unique set of proprietary technologies: TRILUMINOS ™ Display - perfect color, X-tended Dynamic Range ™ PRO - exceptional contrast, X-Motion Clarity ™ - smoothly displayed dynamics.

Intellectual functions are implemented on the basis of the Android TV platform. It is, as usual, unhurried, the number of applications in the Play Market by default is somewhat limited. However, who in the subject knows how to pump this thing. And in general, Sony is characterized by a bias towards image quality, and "smart" chips are secondary.

Bright in all respects representative of the Samsung 8 Series. This TV does not cover special Q filters and nanoparticles in the matrix are not “implanted”, but this did not prevent the UE55NU8070U with the usual side (Edge) LED-backlit to earn the honorary title of Premium UHD 4K.

It’s all a matter of high-end display, high-quality hardware and advanced technologies, thanks to which the image meets the highest standards. Screen size 55ʺ, frequency - 120 Hz. For realistic images and improved color reproduction, in the absence of quantum dots, the system meets Dynamic Crystal Color. For premium content there is HDR Elite (HDR10 +, HLG).

Samsung’s smart functions are traditionally at their best: browser, intelligent control, SmartThings application with support for remote control and smart home modes, Samsung Cloud cloud service, Steam Link for computer games on the big screen and much more.

The Japanese brand also decided not to stand still and released an updated OLED panel. The overall concept is preserved in the style of last year’s A1 series, but the TV with the new stand is not so clearly “sharpened” for desktop placement. Another thing is that when mounted on a wall, the rear woofer may be less effective.

With regards to the image - everything is great! The matrix, of course, from LG Display (10 bits, 120 Hz), but its excellent default characteristics, coupled with Sony's signal processing capabilities, is space! Even the OLED Japanese brand has managed to apply its technology TRILUMINOS DISPLAY. On board is a powerful and well-proven X1 Extreme processor. HDR support extends to premium content in HDR10, HLG and Dolby Vision.

Acoustic Surface system is interesting because the sound comes from almost the entire surface of the screen. Dolby Atmos is not supported, but other lab formats and digital DTS (not X) are yes.

It's nice to know that OLED panels, the cost of which by default cannot be low, can still be bought for relatively reasonable money. Let this TV not be included in the cohort of premium LG SIGNATURE models, but it does have a really honest 10-bit matrix, a black true black, the contrast is super, the colors are juicy and natural!

The OLED C8 line (55ʺ, 65ʺ, 75ʺ) has received a new "smart" α9 processor, due to which the image has become even more detailed and saturated than in last year’s series. 4K Cinema HDR involves working with 4 formats (previously 3) of wide dynamic range.

For built-in speaker system 2.2, Dolby Atmos support is declared. This, of course, not a soundbar, like the flagship W8. That's just the difference in price is quite possible to purchase an adequate AV-receiver with acoustics, and even the money will remain.