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How do OLED TVs perform in the daytime in your average living room?
Posted on 2/14/22 at 2:55 pm
Posted on 2/14/22 at 2:55 pm
I keep reading that OLEDs don’t get very bright, and are best suited for low-light movie watching.
How much of an issue is this for everyday TV watching? My living room doesn’t have any direct sunlight coming in, but it’s not a dungeon either. Average light I would say.
The tv would mostly be used for sports and everyday tv watching as the main living room tv. Are OLEDs still king in this regard? Or are there better options and OLEDs are better suited for a basement or movie room?
I also see that Sony has the best upscaling due to its XR processor. Does this mean 1080p cable content will look better on a Sony OLED compared to an LG OLED?
How much of an issue is this for everyday TV watching? My living room doesn’t have any direct sunlight coming in, but it’s not a dungeon either. Average light I would say.
The tv would mostly be used for sports and everyday tv watching as the main living room tv. Are OLEDs still king in this regard? Or are there better options and OLEDs are better suited for a basement or movie room?
I also see that Sony has the best upscaling due to its XR processor. Does this mean 1080p cable content will look better on a Sony OLED compared to an LG OLED?
This post was edited on 2/14/22 at 3:04 pm
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Posted on 2/14/22 at 3:02 pm to PrimeTime Money
You will probably be fine, but I prefer TV's that can go brighter than OLED to take full advantage of Dolby Vision.
I will also be in the minority on this opinion.
I will also be in the minority on this opinion.
Posted on 2/14/22 at 6:19 pm to PrimeTime Money
I got the LG C1 OLED about a month or two ago and have a fairly well lit living room during the day and it's fine. I haven't noticed any issues with it during the daylight. It's an awesome TV.
Posted on 2/14/22 at 8:19 pm to PrimeTime Money
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My living room doesn’t have any direct sunlight coming in, but it’s not a dungeon either. Average light I would say.
You’ll be fine.
Posted on 2/14/22 at 8:36 pm to PrimeTime Money
I have East-facing bay windows in my living room and a ton of natural light- I basically don’t have to have lights on until the late afternoon.
I have an LG OLED in the room. There’s no glare (there’s a porch that does block SOME direct sun).
I have zero complaints.
Wife has fewer.
I have an LG OLED in the room. There’s no glare (there’s a porch that does block SOME direct sun).
I have zero complaints.
Wife has fewer.
Posted on 2/15/22 at 9:01 am to PrimeTime Money
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The tv would mostly be used for sports and everyday tv
If that is the goal i'm not sure what you are gaining by going OLED. OLEDs thrive in content where you want perfect blacks. If you aren't using it for that, you really can do better or as good for less with other technologies. But if it is just for bragging rights, then by all means go for it.
Posted on 2/15/22 at 9:41 am to notsince98
quote:I mean we do watch Netflix shows and movies too. But, sports and everyday hd cable viewing is important.
If that is the goal i'm not sure what you are gaining by going OLED. OLEDs thrive in content where you want perfect blacks. If you aren't using it for that, you really can do better or as good for less with other technologies. But if it is just for bragging rights, then by all means go for it.
Also, is image retention / burn-in a real concern with OLEDs? I might have news on in the background for hours at a time. Is burn in of the logo or news crawl at the bottom of the screen a real concern?
I’ve also been looking at the Samsung qn90a qled as an OLED alternative. It’s not about “bragging rights”. I just want the best image quality for my situation.
Posted on 2/15/22 at 9:47 am to PrimeTime Money
Burn in can happen but TV makers have implemented more and more prevention technologies. If you have news on for hours, I'm not sure the prevention technology can operate during that time. It is worth researching.
As for Samsung, you'll hit another barrier with them. They dont provide Dolby Vision support. So if you like netflix, netflix produces all its shows in Dolby Vision. You'll be stuck with vanilla HDR10. HDR10 isn't bad but you'll be missing out on what Dolby Vision HDR can provide.
Samsung TVs have great picture for TV and sports, though.
As for Samsung, you'll hit another barrier with them. They dont provide Dolby Vision support. So if you like netflix, netflix produces all its shows in Dolby Vision. You'll be stuck with vanilla HDR10. HDR10 isn't bad but you'll be missing out on what Dolby Vision HDR can provide.
Samsung TVs have great picture for TV and sports, though.
Posted on 2/15/22 at 11:57 am to PrimeTime Money
Are QLEDs better for brighter rooms? Are their blacks as black as OLEDs?
Posted on 2/15/22 at 12:09 pm to pwejr88
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Are QLEDs better for brighter rooms?
There are no absolutes but TVs with the highest nit output levels are not OLED. There are also other technologies like microLED & miniLED that should be considered.
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Are their blacks as black as OLEDs?
It depends. On a pixel-to-pixel basis, no. Can areas of non-OLED get to pitch black? within local dimming zones when the back light is disabled, it is as close to perfect black are you are going to get for the most part. OLED will have the edge in blacks typically.
Posted on 2/15/22 at 3:51 pm to PrimeTime Money
Just get a Sony OLED and see for yourself. Outstanding TV, best upscaling processor available, plenty bright, burn-in is non-factor unless you’re an idiot. Best TV for Sports and movies.
Bought a Sony A80J 77” in June after 10 years of enjoying a 65” Panasonic plasma. OLED is pretty much a brighter version of plasma.
Our TV pretty much lives on Fox News during day and we watched hours upon hours of ESPN college football. No trace of burn-in.
More than adequate for a bright room and goes crazy good at night. We use an Apple 4K TV box a lot and have it set to broadcast in Dolby Vision Bright. Kicks arse.
Plus, Sony OLED prices right now are really low.
Bought a Sony A80J 77” in June after 10 years of enjoying a 65” Panasonic plasma. OLED is pretty much a brighter version of plasma.
Our TV pretty much lives on Fox News during day and we watched hours upon hours of ESPN college football. No trace of burn-in.
More than adequate for a bright room and goes crazy good at night. We use an Apple 4K TV box a lot and have it set to broadcast in Dolby Vision Bright. Kicks arse.
Plus, Sony OLED prices right now are really low.
Posted on 2/15/22 at 8:55 pm to MDB
I believe oled is better for sports/anything fast moving due to instantaneous response times (ie. no ghosting)
Posted on 2/16/22 at 10:06 am to PrimeTime Money
No issues at all with my vizio OLED in a well lit living room during daytime.
Posted on 2/19/22 at 9:31 am to PrimeTime Money
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I’ve also been looking at the Samsung qn90a qled as an OLED alternative. It’s not about “bragging rights”. I just want the best image quality for my situation
I have that TV in the basement theater area. It's hard to describe how good it is.
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