How good are the top of the range TVs?
The very top of the range TVs are in a different league. They contain a lot of features that the lower range models don’t. They also contain a lot of new technology, things that aren’t standard production technology yet, which may not be part of standard TV equipment for years. A big Sony LED/LCD TV, for example, has a range of features you just won’t see on the lower ranges.
The fact is that the big TVs are really another species of TV. They have all the features of the latest technology. They can run anything on the market, like a good computer, and can be used for a lot of different purposes. You’re not paying for prestige with these TVs, you’re paying for performance.
Bigger can be a lot better
The big expensive TVs are very different. One of the reasons for the big difference in prices is that you’re buying a completely different piece of technology. These aren’t the no-frills, basic TVs. They’re equipped with a range of features that wouldn’t even fit in those smaller TVs.
We’ll use the Sony LED/LCD TV as the example, because it’s a good representative of the top of the range technology and its price bandwidth:
- To start with, it’s an LED/LCD TV. The LED part is emerging technology. It’s expected to be the Next Big Thing in TVs, and it’s ultra efficient. LED TVs have features not found on LCD or plasma TVs.
- These TVs are power misers, and that means they can run a lot of operations cost effectively. What you’re spending on the TV, you’re definitely saving on power bills. Power consumption when operating is measured at 208W. That’s about a fifth or a tenth of the average heater.
- This is a huge TV, 152cm, (60 inches in old scale) and it has multiple features you just won’t see on lower range TVs. This particular TV has no less than eight picture modes, including one for gaming. It also has ten screen formats.
- It’s fully digital, and can be hooked up to a computer with ease, and play internet videos.
- It has a built in Wi-Fi setup.
- It has built in sensors for gaming. This is the current state of the art, and it’s becoming an important part of the TV’s basic functions.
- Surround sound, a major quality issue.
So far, so good. Now there’s the six dedicated, brand name features:
- A video processor engine.
- Live Color.
- 1080 screen definition.
- Ambient sensors for lighting.
- MPEG Noise Reduction
- Device compatibility feature.
You’re buying an entire suite of features that don’t even exist on the lower range TVs. There’s no comparison.
The big name, top grade TVs also get special treatment in terms of warranties. They’re expensive, but you do get a lot for your money. Extended warranties are common on the top range TVs, and you need them, because these features aren’t standard.
A top of the range TV will give great pleasure for years, and you’ll have everything you’ll need for the new media technology, as well.