LCD or OLED? - The TV Thread

[p_rushing]

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Is it worth spending that much on the soundbar vs. paying more for the tv? I could believe it was, but more just a general question on value.

I'm in the camp that a sound bar is a nice addition, but not the necessity to complement your wonderful picture like so many say.

I treated myself to an LG C8 OLED. Best Buy bundled an SK10Y sound bar with it for a reasonable price. I love the sound on the TV. It has pop, enough to satisfy my needs. The sound bar is nice, but preferable for big budget movies.

Ask yourself, how loud do you normally play things? If you don't crank it up for movie night, I'd lean toward no.

It all depends. It's not required, but it definitely increases the immersion. I have a Sonos beam in 2 bedrooms, but I wouldn't put them in my 2 main TVs. If you don't have a large room or don't want to spend the money on a surround system, then they are a great option.

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[Scott]

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Is it worth spending that much on the soundbar vs. paying more for the tv? I could believe it was, but more just a general question on value.

In my opinion, audio provides a more immersive experience than video does.


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[RockinDaMike]

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In my opinion, audio provides a more immersive experience than video does.


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I got the Samsung soundbar you recommended, great for gaming


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[The Chef]

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I got the Samsung soundbar you recommended, great for gaming


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Without digging forever to try and find it, what soundbar was that?

[RockinDaMike]

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Without digging forever to try and find it, what soundbar was that?

Samsung HW-N650

[PVarck31]

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Looking for a 1080p TV for basically just gaming with my PS4 slim.

At least 40 inch. Could anyone recommend one at a good price to value range.

I did see this TCL 4K for $239 on Amazon. Model is TCL 43S405. Would it be a better Idea to get this at this price than a 1080p that's a litter cheaper?

Thanks.

[lowpaiddonkey10]

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Low end TCL but a decent buy at that price. If you want to stay under $250 for a 43" I would get it.

[Majingir]

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Samsung releasing a new TV that also works vertically so you can view cellphone videos "properly".

I hate when people record videos that way. If it's an "in the moment" video, you might just pull out your phone and quickly record. But if its something planned, why not hold it sideways? Even taking pics. Theres times it might require vertical, but most times horizontal is better.

As for that TV, it's not exactly anything special and I dont know why someone would pay hundreds for a TV like that. I've seen regular TVs just hung sideways in malls to display ads, but that's it.

[mgoblue]

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Samsung releasing a new TV that also works vertically so you can view cellphone videos "properly".

I hate when people record videos that way. If it's an "in the moment" video, you might just pull out your phone and quickly record. But if its something planned, why not hold it sideways? Even taking pics. Theres times it might require vertical, but most times horizontal is better.

As for that TV, it's not exactly anything special and I dont know why someone would pay hundreds for a TV like that. I've seen regular TVs just hung sideways in malls to display ads, but that's it.

This is something not that necessary and will end up being ignored/left behind in a year or something.

[drsonoma]

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On Sunday I picked up the new LG C9 (65 inch) for my gaming/theater room ($3499 minus $350 BB gift card). This television is a BEAST and easily the best anything that I have ever owned.

In 2017 I purchased an LG C7. I loved the OLED picture but gaming mode was way too dim and thus disappointing. We've been using that in our family room.
I went with a Sony 930E as an LED compromise between best movie picture/best gaming for my man cave. The new LG C9 means no more compromises.

If you have the money, I can't recommend the C9 highly enough.

[lowpaiddonkey10]

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I commend you for having the cash to go $3K for a 65" TV. Hopefully it comes with a happy ending.

[Artman22]

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On Sunday I picked up the new LG C9 (65 inch) for my gaming/theater room ($3499 minus $350 BB gift card). This television is a BEAST and easily the best anything that I have ever owned.



In 2017 I purchased an LG C7. I loved the OLED picture but gaming mode was way too dim and thus disappointing. We've been using that in our family room.

I went with a Sony 930E as an LED compromise between best movie picture/best gaming for my man cave. The new LG C9 means no more compromises.



If you have the money, I can't recommend the C9 highly enough.

Did they get rid of the ABL on the C9 OLEDs?. I mainly use my B7 for movies only now. I honestly see OLEDs going just like plasmas for the simple fact that in order to have the best possible HDR experience you need minimum 1000 nits and having TVs at high nits increases the chance of getting burn in on OLEDs.


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[Scott]

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On Sunday I picked up the new LG C9 (65 inch) for my gaming/theater room ($3499 minus $350 BB gift card). This television is a BEAST and easily the best anything that I have ever owned.



In 2017 I purchased an LG C7. I loved the OLED picture but gaming mode was way too dim and thus disappointing. We've been using that in our family room.

I went with a Sony 930E as an LED compromise between best movie picture/best gaming for my man cave. The new LG C9 means no more compromises.



If you have the money, I can't recommend the C9 highly enough.

Any reason you went with the C9 over Sony A9F?


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[drsonoma]

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[QUOTE=Scott;2049769527]Any reason you went with the C9 over Sony A9F?

Great question!

I'm not a fan of the tilted stand on the A9F. I know this is being corrected with the A9G but that isn't out yet (maybe May). Plus, I already knew that the I love the LG Oled picture. Early reviews are very complimentary about the C9's gaming capabilities to include a very low input lag (under 13 ms).

[allBthere]

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I got the Samsung soundbar you recommended, great for gaming


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I have a samsung soundbar from years ago - the 'quality' of the sound is great, but even with all the settings the dialogue is hardest to understand and unless it's blasted (which it isn't) it's always a struggle when watching hollywood movies - not such much other things because the audio is just so much more 'flat'. Do you find that with the model you bought? It's almost like I want to RE-EQ the films because although a crash and bang or rumble is realistic to be 10x louder than people talking, it's just too drastic a difference at home for me.

If I were to purchase a new sound bar/system I'd look for something that really brings out the mids and highs especially when hearing male and female voices in dramatic films.