Picture
Buying a TV with a picture that meets our expectations and the budget we have is not always so simple. Among the different models, sizes, features and manufacturers that exist, the choices are many.
Today there is a wide variety of TVs with different technologies and picture. Such as HD, 4K, 8K, Smart TV, LED, OLED or QLED and other different terms. Although the vast majority of us already know them, it never hurts to reconsider a few ideas that can help us choose and enjoy our new TV.
Types of TVs
LED TVs
Similar to LCD screens, but the pixels are illuminated via LED panels. They are the lightest and slimmest TVs. They offer an image with very good contrast response and color quality, close to the plasma performance at high ranges. In addition, power consumption is lower and they are more durable over time.
OLED TVs
In these TVs the pixels produce their own light. This helps control pixel-by-pixel brightness, save levels, and achieve a minimum screen thickness. In addition, they have a greater ability than LED screens to display excellent image and colors.
QLED TVs
It is a type of TV available in the market from Samsung. It is an LED development that includes Quantum Dot technology. The main difference with previous types of TVs is that the QLED pixels can be activated individually. Which allows for greater image contrast.
Smart TV
The term Smart TV refers to TVs that offer the ability to connect directly to the Internet. They usually include the ability to use specific applications. This way, we can access all the audiovisual resources of the network from our TV screen. Without a doubt, the TV format with the most sales.
Image resolution
HD or High Definition
It offers higher image resolution on screens than conventional ones. This format has a resolution of 1280 × 720 pixels and allows us to see images with a high level of detail and clarity.
Full HD
Probably the most common type of analysis. It has a resolution of 1980 x 1080 pixels providing maximum image quality.
Ultra HD
It offers better quality than HD and has a resolution of 3840 × 2160 pixels and 10 bit color. These TVs maintain the current 16: 9 format, allowing you to take advantage of the full screen size.
4K
This is even better than Ultra HD in terms of quality and resolution. 4K has 4096 × 2160 pixels and a color depth of 12 bits.