This data-led approach enables us to make direct comparisons between different models and state with confidence which modes are best for specific types of content or lighting conditions. Picture and audio performance are evaluated throughout, and we pay close attention to our experience with the TV’s operating system, which in the case of LG televisions, is webOS. The OS is explored thoroughly and any new features are tried out to ensure they’re working as intended.

This is especially important for gamers, where anyone with a PS5, Xbox Series X or PC with a high-end new Nvidia or AMD graphics card will be wanting a TV with high-bandwidth HDMI 2.1 ports that can support all the latest graphics features these new game sources can deliver. Choosing a 50-inch TV offers several benefits based on personal preferences and specific needs. Firstly, the screen size of a 50-inch TV is larger compared to smaller options, providing a more immersive viewing experience. This larger display allows for a greater level of detail and visual impact, enhancing your enjoyment of movies, TV shows, and sports. When testing TVs in-house, we assess various aspects of their performance using an X-Rite colorimeter in conjunction with Portrait Displays’ Calman colour calibration software.Some of the best 50-inch smart TVs improve your viewing experience in ways that couldn’t have been predicted a few years ago. Upgrading to one of the best TVs that also supports 4K resolution is a real game-changer; whether you're a sports fan or gamer, movie watcher or streaming binger. But, did you know most TV shows, movies, games and streaming services are optimized for larger screen sizes? There’s support for PC RGB colour, too, as well as a dedicated Game Dashboard that provides at-a-glance information on the incoming gaming signal, and fast access to key gaming-related picture features – including game genre picture and sound presets. If you're too close to a TV, no matter how high-quality the image, it's going to look blown out and poor. Too far, and you may as well watch Netflix on your phone. It depends on the TV brand and model, phone brand and model, and available screen-mirroring apps. Not to mention the availability of Bluetooth connections. However, as technology improves, more and more smart TVs are capable of being paired with a smartphone.

A lot of time is also spent using the TVs as you would normally. We watch a huge variety of different content across a range of platforms, including Dolby Vision films on Netflix, TV shows on Prime Video and Disney Plus, and terrestrial broadcasts. Key specs – Screen size: 77in; Screen type: OLED; Dimensions: 1,712 x 976 x 25mm; Weight: 41.1kg; HDR format support: HDR10, HLG, Dolby Vision; Connectivity: 4 x HDMI 2.1, 3 x USB, digital optical audio output, Ethernet, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, RF tuner port LG’s fortunes as a TV brand have been transformed over the past decade by its focus on OLED technology. The picture quality advantages associated with OLED have made it the darling of “serious” AV fans, and LG’s position at the forefront of OLED innovation has enabled it to transition from a brand once mostly associated with modest LCD TVs to a serious high-end player.It might not be cheap but, considering what’s on offer, the 65in LG C2 delivers the keenest performance per pound here. Many smart TVs come with a feature called something similar to ‘Screen Mirror’ or ‘Wireless Display’. This pairs with a smartphone via an installed app. This then shows your phone screen on the TV, which is great for viewing photos, videos or video chats. Consider the light levels in the room your new TV will be going into. If it’s typically very bright, you may be better looking at a premium LCD TV as these reach dramatically higher brightness levels than OLED. If your room is typically quite dark, however, an OLED will almost certainly suit you best. What do you watch? Yes, LG has an excellent reputation for building some of the best TVs. Each model boasts a pixel-perfect screen and comes in various sizes to suit all budgets. The number and type of connections provided by LG TVs varies from model to model. So make a note of which connections you need – especially how many devices you expect to connect to your new TV via HDMI, and what sort of features those HDMI ports need to support.