Hi everyone, I'm looking for a 65" UHD TV recommendation after endlessly going round in circles. I did look round a showroom in John Lewis recently (which I know for some is a no-no), I'd researched a couple models beforehand in advance and identified a few - I just wanted to see them in person. Specifically I looked at the Samsung Q80T as I know I can get it for £1599 elsewhere and for a VA panel it looked like it would have good viewing angles. But I've recently been put off on pulling the trigger on the Q80T, mainly because to my naked eye the 55" variant in store didn't seem that impressive when put against the XH90 for example but maybe that's just my eyes, plus the lack of DolbyVision (bearing in mind the TV would mostly be used for movies) and that HDR10+ doesn't seem to be as popular a format, that and maybe OLED is better for my usage anyway has made me rethink. So anyway I'm looking for a recommendation, I've detailed below my usage and req, my budget is around £1800 but would be willing to go up to 2K if it's really worth it, I have no idea when the best time is to actually buy - so if buying around now is stupid then please say so, (should I wait for BF?).
Amazon?
Apple TV
Catch up TV? (Mostly iPlayer)
HDR games consoles? (Only gaming I do with the TV is worth my Nintendo switch, so HDR gaming isn't a need for me, fairly good input lag however is)
PC usage?
DVDs?
FHD Blu-Rays?
Don't use this TV for terrestrial television
In terms of PQ attributes, I want a good HDR setup with good HDR brightness for those nights where I might have one or two lights on given I want to make the most of the TV when watching movies, otherwise the most accurate PQ out of the box is the only other concern for me.
In terms of importance:
1. Wide Viewing Angles
2. Sound (I'd really like to avoid getting a soundbar or speakers to keep the setup clean so the TV sound itself, knowing it's limitations, want it to be as good as it can be)
3. HDR PQ
4. Price
5. SDR PQ
6. Smart TV (not really a concern, I'm fine with a firestick 4k for example)
Somebody also recently said I should wait for more TVs with HDMI 2.1 (or just get the XH90) for long term benefit, but given I don't plan on buying a next gen console is that really something I should wait for?
Cheers in advance for your advice.
- Sources I use:
Amazon?
Apple TV
Catch up TV? (Mostly iPlayer)
HDR games consoles? (Only gaming I do with the TV is worth my Nintendo switch, so HDR gaming isn't a need for me, fairly good input lag however is)
PC usage?
DVDs?
FHD Blu-Rays?
Don't use this TV for terrestrial television
- SD vs HD vs UHD use percentage? Expected use - SD 20% HD 50% UHD 30%
- Movies, sport, console games, PC use in percentage? 70% Movies, 30% console games (but that's only my switch - and I don't plan on buying a proper next gen console)
- How close can you view the TV? Viewing distance is approx just under 3m
- Do you need to view the TV from the side or only straight on? Side, most viewers not straight on, so wide viewing angles are important.
- What conditions do you view in? Occasional use during the day for switch gaming in an average light room but otherwise all other use is in the evening with little to no lights on.
- What TV are you currently using and what are expecting to see upgrading to a new TV? I currently have a terrible Bush 55" HD Argos TV that I've been putting up with for years. Looking to finally invest in a larger good TV that has wide viewing angles suitable for the room.
- Motion - Not really a concern for me I think given I don't plan on watching any sports.
In terms of PQ attributes, I want a good HDR setup with good HDR brightness for those nights where I might have one or two lights on given I want to make the most of the TV when watching movies, otherwise the most accurate PQ out of the box is the only other concern for me.
In terms of importance:
1. Wide Viewing Angles
2. Sound (I'd really like to avoid getting a soundbar or speakers to keep the setup clean so the TV sound itself, knowing it's limitations, want it to be as good as it can be)
3. HDR PQ
4. Price
5. SDR PQ
6. Smart TV (not really a concern, I'm fine with a firestick 4k for example)
Somebody also recently said I should wait for more TVs with HDMI 2.1 (or just get the XH90) for long term benefit, but given I don't plan on buying a next gen console is that really something I should wait for?
Cheers in advance for your advice.