Time for a topic that actually matters -- Televisions
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You really think so?
I'd say it'd be better to wait until there is content for 4k and they become more standard, thus less expensive. Although I have to admit, I've never watched one and I have no idea what the price difference is at the moment.
They're already comparable in price to 1080p TVs. If you were gonna wait, then it shouldn't be for the potential $200 you'll save a couple of years from now, but for the inevitable price drop in OLED 4k TVs. Those look absolutely stunning, but they're still very pricey.
This is the one I have (I think):
https://www.amazon.com/Samsung-UN55...&qid=1451149768&sr=1-8&keywords=samsung+4k+tv
$1100 for 55" 4k TV. Not that much different from a quality 1080p of a similar size.
https://www.amazon.com/Samsung-UN55...&qid=1451149768&sr=1-8&keywords=samsung+4k+tv
$1100 for 55" 4k TV. Not that much different from a quality 1080p of a similar size.
The thing is, 1080 is bad *** and I don't see the value in upgrading. I can get a 1080 tv like the one Siro linked for $550. If I think 60 Hz looks perfect am I going to notice a difference having 120CMR? Or is it like adding that extra horsepower to a race car that you cannot put on the ground anyway?
If you're happy with what you have then there is no reason to upgrade at this point. Like Gameface said, 4k content is scarce. If you're looking for a new TV anyway, then 4k is the way to go.
But to answer your question, yeah, it's like adding extra horsepower to a race car.
Go to a Best Buy and look at them for yourself. The bigger the TV, the more noticeable the difference between 1080p and 4k TVs.
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While I don't know if it's worth it to buy a 4K right now... I can tell you that in the past 5 years my family has owned 1 Sony, 1 Panasonic, and 2 Samsungs. None of them were 4K
The Sony was the most expensive. And died shortly after the warranty had expired. I googled the problem and it seems like sonys have gone down In quality recently.
The Panasonic is nice but the wifi is a tad slow.
The 2 Samsungs are gorgeous, the cheapest, and have been the most reliable. The only issue I've had has been with the speakers, which are meh. But getting a good sound bar or surround sound is pretty normal for most flat screen tv users.
Anyway, just thought my experience might help. Stay away from Sony. Panasonic is good. Samsung has been awesome (and affordable)
The Sony was the most expensive. And died shortly after the warranty had expired. I googled the problem and it seems like sonys have gone down In quality recently.
The Panasonic is nice but the wifi is a tad slow.
The 2 Samsungs are gorgeous, the cheapest, and have been the most reliable. The only issue I've had has been with the speakers, which are meh. But getting a good sound bar or surround sound is pretty normal for most flat screen tv users.
Anyway, just thought my experience might help. Stay away from Sony. Panasonic is good. Samsung has been awesome (and affordable)
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