- OLED is the benchmark for televisions
- And these are them test winner
- FAQ around the TV
Big is often good: Providers such as LG, Samsung, Sony, Panasonic, Philips and Grundig bring their lavishly equipped Premium models mainly with screen sizes from 48 inches on the market. It is not surprising: in this category the Stiftung Warentestthe TV sets with very good picture and sound. If you want a smaller boob tube, you have to accept significant compromises in terms of quality. But you get away cheaper.
OLED is the benchmark for televisions
In November 2022, Stiftung Warentest completed its TV database with a total of 394 television sets, that have been in testing since 2020 have been updated. Prices range from around 260 to 3,000 euros. The decides on the price size: From the small 24″ and 32″ TVs to medium-sized (40″ and 43″) to the 55″ sets that are very popular today, everything is included. The Ultima Ratio are the 65-inch giants, often with all the bells and whistles that almost come close to being a cinema treat.
Are you looking for the best TV on the market right now? Then when you search for the best picture quality, you will automatically end up with televisions with organic light-emitting diodes (OLED). your Advantages over conventional LCD technology: rich black, strong contrasts and wide viewing angles. But the quality costs. Current OLED TV often have a price of well over a thousand euros. Only two of the devices (LG 48A29LA OLED and Grundig 55 GOB 9099) cost less than 1,000 euros. Modern OLED devices have a lifespan of around 20,000 hours.
In the sound quality the tests showed big differences. Only some of the flat TVs deliver a very good sound. But don’t worry: the sound of any television can be improved with additional speakers. the Evaluation criteria are: image (40 percent), sound (20 percent), handling (20 percent), versatility and environmental properties (10 percent) and power consumption (10 percent). The televisions consume between 62 watts and 247 watts. The TV test is in Edition 1/2023, the complete test is chargeable (4.95 euros).
And these are the test winners
Two expensive OLED test winners with the largest screen (65 inches):
- Screen size: 65 inches
- LG: 65C19LA OLED TV, 164 cm
- Test score: 1.6
- Price: approx. 1,750 euros
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- Screen size: 65 inches
- SAMSUNG: GQ65QN95AAT OLED TV
- Test grade: 1.7
- Price: approx. 2,250 euros
Three expensive OLED test winners with 55 inches – 48 inches:
- Screen size: 55 inches
- LG: 55C27LA OLED TV, 139 cm
- Test score: 1.6
- Price: approx. 1,350 euros
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- Screen size: 55 inches
- SAMSUNG: GQ55S95BAT 140cm OLED TV
- Test grade: 1.7
- Price: around 1,300 euros
- Screen size: 48 inches
- LG: 48C27LA OLED TV121cm
- Test score: 1.7
- Price: approx. 1,100 euros
Two cheaper LG models with 50 inches:
- Screen size: 50 inches
- LG: 50NANO809PA, 127cm
- Test score: 2.1
- LCD LED TV
- Price: approx. 680 euros
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- Screen size: 50 inches
- LG: 50UP77009LB 127cm
- Test score: 2.2
- LCD LED technology
- Price: approx. 569 euros
FAQ about the TV
- What does 4K mean?: The term 4K describes the resolution of the television and is to be regarded as the successor to Full HD. The 4K resolution is 3840 × 2160 pixels, twice that of the Full HD resolution. 4K is also known as UHD (Ultra HD). Meanwhile there is Devices with 8K: 8K devices are not yet really relevant for ordinary TV viewers.
- What does the Hertz specification say about the image quality? The refresh rate is important for the image quality. This frequency is given in Hertz (abbreviation Hz) and indicates how often a process is repeated per second. For example, a 50 Hertz television shows the images fifty times per second and a 100 Hertz device shows the images a hundred times. Tip: The television should already have 50 Hertz, almost all current models offer at least 60 Hertz. For gamers and sports fans, a TV with 120 Hertz, like the test winner from LG, is recommended.
- What is HDR? HDR means “High Dynamic Range” and denotes a function for one high contrast range. As a result, the television shows more brilliant colors and greater differences between very bright and very dark picture areas. This gives the picture even more depth and makes it appear more natural. Manufacturers often use different names for HDR. HDR10 and Dolby Vision have established themselves.
- What is the correct distance from the TV? A screen diagonal of 55 inches corresponds to just over 139 centimeters. There used to be a simple rule for seat spacing: measure twice the screen diagonal. However, with the high 4K resolution, the rule has become obsolete. Tip: With 4K Ultra HD, you can sit three feet in front of the screen. However, at least 1.50 meters is recommended for a comfortable distance. For even larger models with a 65-inch screen diagonal, Stiftung Warentest recommends a distance of at least three meters for 4K content. If there is less space in the room, a TV with a smaller diagonal is recommended.
Conclusion
With its G1 and C2 series, LG currently has the best televisions on the market. The model is available in several sizes test winner at the Stiftung Warentest. The devices convince the testers with the great OLED screen. Big disadvantage: The devices are (still) very expensive. On average, German households watch television for around four hours a day. Whether it’s the scene of the crime on Sunday evening or the new series from the streaming provider: it should be a good picture.
