Find out what, besides diagonal and resolution, to pay attention to.

1. Check available space

The size of the TV depends on the available space in the installation location. Therefore, first of all, it is worth evaluating whether a new device will fit there. Measure the dimensions of a cabinet niche or wall space and write it down. Later, this will help to understand whether the selected TV will fit or if you have to slightly moderate your appetites.

2. Choose a diagonal

The larger the screen, the stronger the immersive effect. But just buy the most big TV for all the money is not quite right. After all, the choice of diagonal is influenced by the distance to the screen and the quality of the content, and these parameters are closely related: the closer to the display, the more realistic the picture and the more noticeable all the flaws.

The optimal distance is considered to be a distance of 1.2–2.5 diagonals: this is recommended by manufacturers.

For example, for 40 inches it will be about 1.2–2.5 meters, for 65 inches - 2–4 meters. Provided that the room is of sufficient width and you plan to watch high-quality digital content, you can focus on this formula.

If there is not a lot of space, and the signal is not always in high resolution, you will have to look for a compromise, taking into account the dependence of the diagonal, distance and content quality.

  • If you want a larger diagonal- take care of a quality signal or sit away from the TV.
  • If the room is small- reduce the diagonal or increase the signal quality.
  • If the content is of dubious quality- move away from the screen or take a smaller diagonal.

What to buy

  • TV LG 43UM7500PLA with a screen diagonal of 43 inches, 33,990 rubles →
  • TV Philips 50PUS6504 with a screen diagonal of 50 inches, 29,990 rubles →
  • TV LG 65UM7510PLA with a screen diagonal of 65 inches, 64 990 rubles →
  • TV Samsung UE75RU7100U with a screen diagonal of 75 inches, 89,990 rubles →

3. Decide on a resolution

The resolution of the display directly affects the level of detail in the image, of course, subject to a quality signal. In 2020, four standards are available on the market, but HD is almost never found, and 8K is still considered exotic. In fact, you will have to choose between Full HD and 4K.

The rule "the more the better" does not work here again, since the TV with a screen is fully opened high resolution only if there is an appropriate signal. The whole choice comes down to understanding the content in which resolution you plan to watch more often.

  • HD (1280×720)- morally obsolete, but at the same time it is an ideal option for viewing terrestrial TV channels and TVs with a diagonal of up to 32 inches. It is found only in the most budgetary models and is suitable only for a summer residence or a kitchen.
  • Full HD (1920 × 1080)- gradually replaced by more progressive 4K, but on this moment is still in demand and remains the most popular. The vast majority of content is available in 1080p.
  • UHD or 4K (3840 × 2160)- a format that is gaining momentum, which will become the main one in the next couple of years. Ideal for YouTube videos, movies, series, games. For TV channels, it will be worse than Full HD.
  • 8K (7680×4320)- a recently introduced standard that is twice the resolution of 4K and four times that of Full HD. There is no point in buying in the next 3-4 years, since there are only a few models available on the market, and all content is limited to a dozen videos on .

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4. Select a matrix technology

In pursuit of realistic color reproduction, high brightness and contrast, manufacturers are constantly experimenting with displays. Now all TVs have three main types of matrices: LED, QLED, OLED. Each of them has both advantages and disadvantages, so you should choose based on your preferences.

LED

Technology based on liquid crystals. In fact, the same LCD (LCD), but with backlight not on fluorescent lamps, but on LEDs. This made it possible to significantly save space and produce thin devices, so manufacturers took out the type backlight LED in the title. It has been fixed, although the matrices do not differ from the older ones.

LED panels are currently the most common. They have two varieties, which differ in the arrangement of crystals in the matrix.

  • IPS- in such panels, liquid crystal molecules are always parallel to the display plane and scatter light to the sides. Due to this, very good viewing angles and color reproduction are provided, but contrast suffers, and blacks in low light look more like dark gray.
  • VA- in these matrices, the crystals are located perpendicular to the screen, which allows you to completely block the light and gives a deep black color. However, this at the same time worsens the picture when the viewing angle is changed: the shades are distorted horizontally, and the shadow detail is distorted vertically.

Both technologies are used in models entry level. LED‑IPS can be recommended for family viewing in natural light and video games. LED‑VA is the best choice for those who prefer to enjoy movies and series in the evenings alone or together.

QLED

QLED matrices, in fact, are an improved version of the previous technology and have nothing to do with OLED. But at the suggestion of the same manufacturers, they were singled out in a separate category. Samsung uses this term, LG calls them Nano Cells, Sony calls them Triluminos.

The difference of this technology lies in the use of blue LEDs for illumination. They form the missing RGB palettes red and green colors due to an additional layer with quantum dots. All this gives a brighter and more saturated picture.

QLED matrices are more expensive, so they should be considered with an average budget.

Although most manufacturers already install them in all models, except for the initial ones.

OLED

fundamentally different, more modern technology based on organic light emitting diodes. They do not need additional illumination, since they themselves emit light when current is applied, being able to turn off completely. As a result, OLED TVs boast superb color gamut and contrast, as well as perfect blacks and are only a few millimeters thick.

The disadvantages of such matrices include inferior LED-analogues brightness and a very high price.

In addition, OLED screens are prone to "burn-in" - the appearance of residual marks on static images like the interface in games or TV channel dice.

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5. Consider the type of backlight

All TVs, except OLED, use LED matrix backlighting. At the moment, manufacturers are using two technologies: Edge LED and Direct LED.

The first assumes the location of the LEDs around the perimeter of the screen, while the matrix itself is illuminated through a diffusing panel. This option is cheaper and allows you to achieve a smaller thickness of the case.

In Direct LED, the LEDs are installed directly behind the matrix and evenly distributed over its entire plane. Although this design turns out to be thicker, it gives a more uniform backlight without flashes and allows you to extinguish separate sections screen to achieve deeper and more natural blacks.

6. Decide on the sweep frequency

This parameter shows the screen refresh rate in one second and is measured in hertz (Hz, Hz). So, 60 hertz means that the image will change 60 times in a second. The higher the frequency, the smoother dynamic scenes will look, for example in sports broadcasts or video games.

Screens with a frequency of 60 Hz are sufficient for viewing most content, including TV shows, movies and series. 120 Hz can only come in handy if you plan to connect to a TV and play video games.

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7. Choose an operating system

Without any OS, only the most budget models. In principle, this is even good: you can save money, and if you wish, you can implement smart functions at any time by purchasing a media set-top box.

Most TVs on the market have one or another Smart platform. All of them offer a minimal set of software, which includes a media player, YouTube, online movie theater clients, and an app store. The differences are mostly visual, but not only.

  • webOS- Own development of the LG company. A nice shell with a minimalistic, intuitive interface and good optimization. The disadvantages include closeness and a meager set of applications in the store.
  • Tizen- a variant of the smart platform from Samsung. Can do about the same as webOS, and by and large differs purely visually. An exclusive feature is support for the Samsung Smart‑Things system for the Internet of things.
  • Android TV - special version OS from Google, which is used in Sony TVs, TCL, Philips and other manufacturers. In terms of interface and speed, it loses to WebOS and Tizen, but boasts a mass of applications from Google Play, including games.

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8. Learn Connectors and Wireless Standards

Now the number of ports on TVs has been reduced to a minimum. Video and audio are transmitted via HDMI connectors, so all you really need to do is make sure you have enough for all your devices. However, there are several nuances that are worth paying attention to.

  • HDMI- the most important connector. There should be at least two of them, and preferably three or more - to connect a media set-top box, game console, and all other devices. 4K 60Hz output requires version 2.0 ports, while 4K 120Hz output requires version 2.1. Often there is only one such connector, the rest are older.
  • USB- it is better to have at least a couple: for flash drives and mice, gamepads or keyboards. Also check if there is USB 3.0 support and what maximum volume disks.
  • ethernet- cable connection is preferable, as it will provide more high speed and reliability compared to Wi‑Fi.
  • Digital Optical Out- optical output for acoustic systems. You will need it if you are going to use speakers with this connection option.
  • WiFi- connection by wireless network handy for those who don't want to mess around with cables. However, if the air is congested, there may be stability issues.

What to buy

  • TV LG 32LJ600U with USB connectors, two HDMI, RCA, optical Toslink output, LAN and a connector for the DVB CAM module, 13,990 rubles →
  • TV Samsung UE65RU7200U with two USB connectors, three HDMI, optical Toslink output, LAN and a connector for the DVB CAM module, 62,990 rubles →
  • TV LG NanoCell 55SM8600PLA with four HDMI connectors, three USB, optical Toslink output, LAN and a connector for the DVB CAM module, 54,990 rubles →
  • TV TCL L55C8US with three HDMI connectors, two USB, Wi-Fi and Ethernet, 56,990 rubles →

9. Check the sound

All TVs with built-in speakers have about the same sound quality and volume. Do not get hung up on the number of speakers and their power, because you can significantly improve the sound by connecting even the most simple columns or soundbar.

Testing is essentially limited to listening at above-average volumes.

There should be no rattle of the case and wheezing of the speakers.

10. Rate the remote

It is also important to check the convenience of the complete remote control. Especially if the TV and the remote will be used not only to turn on the screen, but also to navigate through the menu.

More expensive models have a built-in gyroscope that allows you to control the cursor by tilting the remote control, moving through the menu in the manner of a mouse. Sometimes there is even a QWERTY keyboard on the back.

12. Explore additional features

Manufacturers develop technologies and introduce new features, but not always useful (some are just another trick of marketers).

Some of the useful features include:

  • is a high dynamic range feature found mainly on 4K TVs. In films and games with appropriate support, it makes the picture as contrasting and juicy as possible, adjusting the brightness of certain areas of the image.
  • Bluetooth- useful for use wireless headphones, as well as mobile devices for broadcasting media content.

Definitely unnecessary and useless in 2020 are:

  • 3D- once fashionable technology has now completely sunk into oblivion and is no longer used in modern TVs. You can meet her only in models lying around in warehouses.
  • Curved display - curved screens they just look interesting. In fact, there is only one harm from them: you can only watch while sitting strictly in the center, because even with a slight deviation the picture is distorted.

What could be better than relaxing in a comfortable chair with a cup of tea or coffee in front of the TV after a hard day's work? However, is it possible to achieve maximum effect without quality equipment? Many will answer this question in the negative. Color reproduction, stereo sound, screen size, the presence of a remote control - all this affects the feeling while watching your favorite TV channels. Given that this kind of equipment costs a lot of money, everyone wants to buy a device that will work for a long time without breakdowns. And what acts as a guarantor? Of course, the brand. It's no secret that if you choose the right brand of TV, it will serve faithfully for many years.

Some authoritative publications annually rank the popularity of brands. It takes into account the correspondence of price and quality, the level of reliability, duration of operation, functionality and other criteria. It is worth noting that there are already firmly established leaders. Among them are brands such as Samsung, Sony, Philips, Panasonic and others.

let's consider best brands TVs. The article will provide information about their advantages and disadvantages. In it, you can get acquainted with the technologies used by the manufacturer, new products, as well as find out which brands the domestic buyer trusts and why. The rating is based on reviews and consumer demand.

Which brand of TV should you choose?

Currently, in Russia, the range of household appliances is truly huge. The shops sell goods of both foreign and domestic brands. However, such diversity is both an advantage and a disadvantage, since it is easy for an ignorant person to get confused. All modern TV models are designed for different consumers, among them there are both budget devices and those that belong to the premium class. The main difference between them is the price. It is immediately worth noting that its range is quite large. But this is not the only difference. Service life, innovative technologies, reliability, signal quality, functionality - and this is only a small part of the criteria that you should pay attention to. In order to simplify your choice, you can simply study the reputation of the brand (manufacturer). Thanks to this information, it will be possible to see a real picture of the quality of devices: the number of factory defects, breakdowns, and so on. It is also worth paying attention to the presence service centers and spare parts, as many people have problems with the repair of equipment of certain brands. Note that with a worldwide reputation, they try to take into account such nuances. That is why their products are in high demand.

So, what brands of TVs are popular in Russia? These are Samsung, Sony, LG, Philips, Panasonic, Toshiba.

Samsung

The Korean manufacturer has long been a leader in the global market. Six years ago, the Samsung concern opened production in Russia. This decision made it possible to sell digital equipment for relatively little money. What does this brand offer to the buyer? Slim LCD TV with a wide range of features. For example, model It is equipped with LED-backlight. Screen diagonal - 32".

Advantages:

  • Beautiful design;
  • good level of brightness and contrast;
  • multifunctionality;
  • convenient Smart TV interface;
  • availability of service centers in almost every Russian city.

As for the shortcomings, most buyers did not find them at all. The only thing that could darken the viewing of your favorite TV channels was too bright colors in some models. However, at present, this defect has been practically eliminated.

Sony

Japanese TV brands have always been famous for their quality. Sony is no exception. This company has been in high demand for a long time. Now the manufacturer offers two new items: the Bravia TV (in-house development, equipped with the Sony Entertainment Network interface) and the NSZ-GS7 set-top boxes (the Google TV platform was used to create them). The devices demonstrate not only online broadcasts, but also pre-recorded programs. The network memory is large enough.

Modern models have quick access to applications such as Skype, Youtube, VK, Facebook.

Advantages:

  • build quality;
  • original design;
  • wide range of functions.

The only downside is the high cost. It is she who largely affects consumer demand.

LG

The Korean TV brand LG is a great option for those who are not ready to pay big money. Its products are sold at an affordable price, but they are practically not inferior in equipment and quality to more expensive brands. In Russia, LG TVs are sold in a large assortment and are popular. It was this South Korean company that introduced the domestic buyer to all the possibilities of innovative smart technologies TV.

Advantages:

  • interesting design;
  • Direct LED backlight;
  • excellent 3D image quality;
  • affordable price;
  • modern content;
  • the ability to display images from different sources;
  • Smart Share app;
  • a large number of service centers.

No flaws were found, but there may be a factory defect.

Philips

If we consider inexpensive brands of TVs, then we definitely need to talk about Philips products. On the Russian market it has been on sale for a very long time. Thanks to good equipment, TVs of this brand are quickly sold out. Especially popular are interesting and useful services, for example, wifi app Miracast. Using it, you can transfer the image wirelessly.

Advantages:

  • high image quality;
  • a large number of useful functions;
  • low price;
  • direct data transfer (no download) from any media;
  • Ambilight lighting.

If you study the reviews, you can see negative statements. Basically they concern the operation of the menu. Many have noticed that it slows down.

Panasonic

No less interesting brand of digital technology is Panasonic. The Japanese company has once again proved a high level of quality. TVs have a unique equipment called Viera Connect. Thanks to him, a grid of nine frames is displayed on the screen. The center shows the live streaming mode, and the edges show an image from other sources. Setting up the app is very easy. You can also use the online store, which offers a variety of videos, games and applications.

Advantages:

  • reliability;
  • modern design;
  • equipment;
  • average price;
  • excellent image quality.

No obvious deficiencies were noticed by the consumer.

Toshiba

Continuing to study the best brands of TVs, we will return to Japanese quality again. This time it is proposed to consider products sold under the Toshiba brand. The devices stand out with modern equipment. The technologies used by the company are developed independently. Toshiba Places smart system deserves special attention. It allows you to create multiple accounts, thanks to which you can restrict access to certain functions. This application ideal for controlling children, as you can put a ban on some content. The devices are also equipped quick access to social networks. expose necessary settings possible in the account.

Summing up

Which brand of TV is better, everyone can decide only individually. Of course, there are certain criteria that are recommended to pay special attention to, but buyers will be able to indicate their importance on their own, based on personal preferences. Indeed, at the time of purchase, as a rule, a lot is decided by the ratio of price and quality, since not every domestic consumer is able to pay a fortune for a TV, even if it is equipped with the most the latest technologies. And, as you know, world-famous brands somewhat inflate prices for their products.

It's time to make the most curious rating of all we have. This time we will try to consider and identify in the TOP TVs that were developed in Russia. Do you think that Russia does not develop anything and buys absolutely everything abroad? You are deeply mistaken, as our developers also create curious and interesting models that are worthy of your attention. Among them, one can identify high-quality, interesting and original models which will be a great addition to your home. But enough talk, let's start looking at these TVs and decide which one is best for you.

Ruby RB-19SE5 - 1st place

So, we begin our review of the rating from the first place, which was taken by the Rubin RB-19SE5 for $126. The price of this model is not so high, but it is worth considering that technical features this unit is not so impressive. Although many users happily praised the low price level, proudly recalling that Russian domestic products do not cost as much as foreign ones. But is it of such high quality?

As it turned out, our products are not foreign, so it is not surprising that users note the good quality of the picture and color reproduction, this model has excellent sound and a good menu. What could be wrong with her? As it turned out, the appearance is a little deceiving, since the plastic used for this TV was of poor quality, so the model easily bends, heats up and takes on fingerprints. Otherwise, Rubin RB-19SE5 pleases users and even makes them a little proud of their country. Surely not everyone imagined that our developers would start creating their original products on the market so soon.

  • resolution: 1366x768;
  • HDMI;
  • diagonal: 19 inches;
  • 720p HD.

2nd place - Erisson 32LES71T2

Think we can't surprise you? Then we are in a hurry to publish the second place in our rating, which was taken by Erisson 32LES71T2, whose diagonal is 80 cm. This indicator already inspires interest and trust in our developers, and what kind of appearance this TV has. It does not lag behind in design from its foreign competitors. In this TV, everything is strict, businesslike and convenient. What is most surprising, users have not identified any negative reviews and problems with this model. Everything works well, responsive control, convenient remote control, the ability to receive digital broadcasting and much more.

Particular attention should be paid to the reviews of many users who admire the fact that the Erisson 32LES71T2 has excellent picture quality, which is better than that of more expensive imported TVs. And considering not such high price Russian counterpart, this is a very good result. Consumers praise the design, which fits perfectly into any environment and any home, in addition, it looks quite dignified and interesting. They note excellent signal reception, which allows even in the most remote village to catch excellent images, although it still depends on the antenna. And many other convenient and interesting development elements. But there is one big problem with this TV, and it is a little known. Because of the low price and little publicity, people don't buy these TVs and just pass by. And those who have already bought them are happy with their purchase.

  • HDMI;
  • diagonal: 13.5 inches;
  • the ability to receive a digital signal;
  • 720p HD;
  • resolution: 1366x768.

3rd place - Rubin RB-22SE5F

We continue to look for popular Russian TVs that still managed to attract the attention of users and become part of their lives. The next model is the Ruby RB-22SE5F for $139. Again Rubin is trying to put a quality model on the market, without advertising and marketing campaign, for which there is simply no money for sure. But nothing, all the same, users noticed and purchased the model.

So, this device has excellent image quality, which is good news. As for the sound, everything is much worse here, you need to connect additional speakers, or even use headphones, since the standard sound is not at all suitable for watching TV shows. It is worth noting that the problem of low-quality plastic on the outside of the TV remains, which bends, absorbs prints and is quite fragile. Also, a bit disappointing is the lack of digital set-top box to receive an improved signal. As for equipment, convenience and other small details, this TV shows itself quite worthy and confident.

  • HDMI;
  • diagonal: 22 inches;
  • resolution: 1920x1080;
  • 1080p Full HD.

4th place - Rubin RB-22SE7FT2C

Ruby is the largest and quite successful Russian company, if we take into account the development of TVs. Therefore, the fourth place is also occupied by the Ruby RB-22SE7FT2C for $136. It is immediately worth noting that users are faced with a problem that concerns disgusting sound. Previously, this line could fix this problem by connecting external speakers. But now there is no way to do this, since there are no special connectors for this.

Fortunately, there is a USB connector that allows you to fix this problem with the help of simple manipulations. But at the same time, it is worth noting that devices of such poor quality came across quite rarely, many users who purchased it did not notice problems with sound. This time, the Rubin company created an excellent design, however, all from the same low-quality materials. Otherwise, there were no special remarks, and consumers simply enjoyed the excellent functionality of this TV. The image quality is again on top, excellent color reproduction and the most accurate brightness control. If you do not believe in this, it is enough to personally purchase this TV and try it in action.

  • resolution: 1920x1080;
  • diagonal: 22 inches;
  • HDMI;
  • 1080p Full HD;
  • the possibility of receiving a digital signal.

5th place - Ruby RB-19SE9T2C

And our rating is closed again by a model from the Rubin company, which introduced another new tv Ruby RB-19SE9T2C. The cost is $ 124, which indicates a low price. This time, users again cannot note the negative aspects of the TV, except perhaps the best quality plastic material for appearance and not the best sound.

The design this time again did not disappoint expectations: the picture quality became even better, and the internal software features have become more accessible. Now any ordinary user can easily update the firmware and stabilize its performance. The TV responds quickly to commands and allows you to control it without any problems. Speed ​​of operation, ease of use, high level of quality and many other positive elements. Russian developers once again prove that they are able to create high-quality and interesting products that need advertising. If there is quality and good publicity products, Rubin is sure to be a great success.

  • 720p HD;
  • resolution: 1366x768;
  • diagonal: 19 inches;
  • digital television;
  • HDMI;

In this guide, we'll take a look at some of the biggest and best-known TV manufacturers such as Samsung, LG, Philips, Panasonic, and Sony, along with brands such as Toshiba, and Sharp.

We will also rate Loewe and Bang & Olufsen premium players and cheap products.

Samsung: is it worth buying?

As the largest and most popular TV brand in Russia and perhaps the world, Samsung offers a wide range of LED LCD TVs with screens ranging from 19 inches to 105 inches (267 centimeters diagonally). Although Samsung has released several TVs with plasma screen technology, the manufacturer has announced that the production of these products will soon be discontinued.

Together with HD Samsung TVs also produces 4K or Ultra-HD models. The company has advanced technology in the field of Smart TV and has one of the most powerful and easy-to-use platform.

Samsung TVs proved to be excellent in our laboratory conditions, many models received the mark recommended by Technocontrol, including low-cost models costing up to 30,000 rubles. Samsung often offers excellent picture quality and big choice various functions, not all of which always work flawlessly.

Panasonic: Until 2013, Panasonic was criticized for design and quality flaws, but since then the Japanese manufacturer has shown positive momentum.

While Panasonic's smart TV features aren't among the best TV brands right now, they're getting better. We believe that Panasonic has the potential to create outstanding TVs, but the challenges and risks that stand in the way should not be underestimated.

Premium TV brands

Whether you're looking for stylish designs, quirky features, or just want to brag to your friends, premium TV brands like Bang & Olufsen and Loewe might be right for you. However, keep in mind that these TVs are very expensive, and their quality does not always match their high price.

Bang & Olufsen: Bang & Olufsen (B&O) has a reputation for eye-catching and stylish design with premium materials. Its flagship BeoVision TVs look amazing, but can cost upwards of £600,000. B&O also offers BeoPlay models for medium price segment and a Smart TV that can hang from the ceiling and connect to an Apple TV. Although such models are cheaper than BeoVision, 120,000 rubles for a 32-inch version is not the price limit.

Loewe: Crafted in their distinctive Danish style, Loewe TVs claim superior sound quality and premium features such as a built-in video player. Hence the price for the 32-inch model, which can exceed 80,000 rubles.

Cheap TVs

In addition to big well-known brands, a large share of sales come from cheap TVs from lesser known manufacturers and even products from the electronics stores themselves. What all these TVs have in common is their low price, but when they get into the hands of our experts, they usually turn out to be of insufficient quality when examined in detail.



Sincerely,
Team Technocontrol