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QLED smart TVs: The ultimate buyer’s guide

Last Published on Feb 15, 2023 19:00 IST

Summary:

QLED is still a developing technology, so staying abreast of the latest and best in QLED smart TVs is important. This article will cover everything you need to know to buy a QLED smart TV, including recommendations for the best models.


QLED TVs are very new in the market and the technology is still taking shape. This is the right time to stay on top of the technology. Getting a QLED TV can be challenging because the options are overwhelming. We have brought together a list of best QLED TVs that can you consider for your next purchase.

We have included products of all sizes and price ranges to add more versatility to the list. You can check out the specifications, along with the prices to make a good choice. These products are from reputed brands like Samsung, Lloyd and OnePlus.

1. Lloyd 189 cm

Specifications

Screen size: 75 inches

Resolution: 4K ultra HD (3860 x 2160)

Display: A+ Grade Panel | 178 Degree Viewing Angle

Refresh rate: 60 Hz

Storage: 16 GB

Sound: 24 watts output

ProsCons
Good colour gamut and accurate presentationExpensive
Good designonly 2 GB RAM on-board

2. Mi 189.34 cm (75 inches) Q 1 series 4 k ultra HD smart QLED TV

Specifications

Screen size: 75 inches

Resolution: 4 k ultra HD (3840 x 2160)

Display: quantum dot display with premium metal bezel-less design, dolby vision, HDR 10+ support, and 95% DCI-P 3

Refresh rate: 120 Hz

Storage: 32 GB

Sound: 30 watts output, dolby atmos

Weight: 33.3 kg

ProsCons
amazing value for moneythe sound quality could use some fine-tuning to suit your tastes better
quantum dot technologyno wall mount in the packaging must be purchased separately
120 hz refresh rate 

3. Vu 139 cm (55 inches) premium series 4 k ultra HD smart android QLED TV

Specifications

Screen size: 55 inches

Resolution: 4 k QLED (3840 x 2160)

Display: 4 k quantum dot technology, 450 nits brightness, dolby vision and HDR 10 support, anti-glare screen

Refresh rate: 60 Hz

Storage: 16 GB

Sound: 40 watts output

Weight: 12.2 kg

ProsCons
elegant design with minimal bezelsoverheats at times
smooth user experiencesound quality could use some improvement
performance is at par or better than other TVs in the same price segment 

4. SANSUI 165 cm

Specifications

Screen size: 65 inches

Resolution: 4 k ultra HD

Refresh rate: 60 Hz

Sound: 20 watts output

ProsCons
Bright displaySound can be better
HDR 10+ support 

5. One plus 138.8 cm (55 inches) Q 1 series 4 k certified android QLED TV

Specifications

Screen size: 55 inches

Resolution: 4 k ultra HD (3840 x 2160)

Display: QLED 120% NTSC, support for HDR10, HDR10+, HLG decode, and dolby vision

Refresh rate: 60 Hz

Storage: 16 GB

Sound: 50 watts

Weight: 19.5 kg

ProsCons
great image qualitychromecast doesn't work well at times, but it should not be an issue since it is a smart TV.
oxygen OSthe refresh rate is only 60 hz
exceptional build qualityHDMI ports are at the back

6. Samsung 138 cm (55 inches) 4 k ultra HD smart QLED TV

Specifications

Screen size: 55 inches

Resolution: 4 k ultra HD (3840 x 2160)

Display: quantum HDR display with the quantum processor, HLG, mega contrast, and supreme UHD dimming

Refresh rate: 60 Hz

Storage: 16 GB

Sound: 20 watts output

Weight: 16.2 kg

ProsCons
quantum HDR supportoccasional connectivity issues with the remote
object tracking sound lite enables an immersive experiencetizen OS
slim design with minimal bezels 

7. Toshiba 139 cm (55 inches) 4 k ultra HD smart QLED google TV

Specifications

Screen size: 55 inches

Resolution: 4 k ultra HD (3840 x 2160)

Display: QLED with 10-bit panel, full array local dimming, and support for dolby vision, HDR 10+, and HLG

Refresh rate: 60 Hz

Storage: 16 GB

Sound: 49 watts output

Weight: 14.8 kg

ProsCons
sleed, elegant design with a decent build qualitygoogle home is a requirement for most connectivity options
powerful 49 w speakersthird-party after-sales support
support for google TVlacks support for wi-fi direct

8. Vu 139 cm (55 inches) the masterpiece glo series 4 k ultra HD smart android QLED TV

Specifications

Screen size: 55 inches

Resolution: 4 k ultra HD QLED (3840x2160)

Display: 4 k quantum dot technology panel with 800 nits peak brightness and dolby vision IQ, HDR10+, and HLG support

Refresh rate: 120 Hz

Storage: 16 GB

Sound: 100 watts output

Weight: 15.6 kg

ProsCons
modes like HDR10+, auto low-latency mode, and filmmaker modedoes not boot to the previous source when restarted
120 hz refresh ratedolby vision is not supported with 120 hz mode
powerful 100 w speakers 

9. Samsung 108 cm

Specifications

Screen size: 43 inches

Resolution: 4 k ultra HD

Refresh rate: 50 Hz

Sound: 20 watts output

ProsCons
Good value for moneySound quality is average
Sharp displayLow refresh rate

10. Mi 138.8 cm (55 inches) Q 1 series 4 k ultra HD smart Q LED TV

Specifications

Screen size: 55 inches

Resolution: 4 k ultra HD (3840 x 2160) resolution

Display: Q LED 4 k UHD quantum dot display with vivid picture engine support and

Refresh rate: 60 Hz

Storage: 32 GB

Sound: 30 watts output

Weight: 14.2 kg

ProsCons
premium bezel-less designsound quality could use some fine-tuning to suit your tastes better
xiaomi’s vivid picture engineno wall mount in the packaging must be purchased separately
wide colour gamut for colour accuracy 

Best 3 features

ProductFeature - 1Feature - 2Feature - 3
Llyod 189 cm screen size: 75 inches resolution: 4 k ultra HD (3840 x 2160) speakers: 24 watts output
   MI 189.34 cm (75 inches) Q 1 Series 4K Ultra HD Smart Q LED TV screen size: 75 inches resolution: 4 k ultra HD (3840 x 2160) speakers: 30 watts output
 Vu 139 cm (55 inches) Premium Series 4K Ultra HD Smart Android QLED TV screen size: 55 inchesresolution: 4 k Q LED (3840 x 2160) speakers: 40 watts output
Sansui 165 cm screen size: 65 inches resolution: 4 k ultra HD (3840 x 2160) speakers: 20 watts output
 OnePlus 138.8 cm (55 inches) Q1 Series 4 screen size: 55 inches resolution: 4 k ultra HD (3840 x 2160) speakers: 50 watts output
 Samsung 138 cm (55 inches) 4K Ultra screen size: 55 inches resolution: 4k ultra HD (3840 x 2160) speakers: 20 watts output
 Toshiba 139 cm (55 inches) 4K Ultra HD  screen size: 55 inches resolution: 4k ultra HD (3840 x 2160) speakers: 49 watts output
 Vu 139 cm (55 inches) The Masterpiece Gl screen size: 55 inches resolution: 4k ultra HD (3840 x 2160) speakers: 100 watts output
Samsung 108 cm screen size: 43 inches resolution: 4 k ultra HD (3840 x 2160) speakers: 20 watts output
 Mi 138.8 cm (55 inches) Q1 Series 4K Ultra screen size: 55 inches resolution: 4k ultra HD (3840 x 2160) speakers: 30 watts output

Best value for money

The best value for money QLED smart TV on our list is the Vu 139 cm (55 inches) premium series 4 k ultra HD smart android Q LED TV.

Best overall

The best overall Q LED smart TV on our list is the Mi 189.34 cm (75 inches) Q 1 series 4 k ultra HD smart QLED TV.

How to find the perfect QLED smart TV?

Buying a television is not a routine occurrence. The average lifespan of a television is much longer than a smartphone's, so it's essential to think ahead when shopping for a TV. The process of purchasing a television set can quickly become complicated due to several factors beyond your control, such as your plans, which may include upgrading your home and improvements in video streaming, content, and standards for screen resolutions. Consequently, selecting the best TV will entail prioritising features that could define your TV's essential benefits while excluding features that you may never really use or access.

Price of QLED smart TVs at a glance :

ProductPrice in Rs
Llyod 189 cm1,11,99
 Mi 138.8 cm (55 inches) Q1 Series 4K Ultra HD 1,29,999
 Vu 139 cm (55 inches) Premium Series   45,790
Sansui 165 cm56,990
 OnePlus 138.8 cm (55 inches) Q 1 Series  62,900
 Samsung 138 cm (55 inches) 4K Ultra HD 73,950
 Toshiba 139 cm (55 inches) 4K Ultra HD S 54,990
 Vu 139 cm (55 inches) The Masterpiece  72,490
Samsung 108 cm 54,990
 Mi 138.8 cm (55 inches) Q1 Series 4K Uitra HD 59,999

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Best QLED smart TVs

The QLED technology relies on an LED backlight that shines onto a layer of quantum dots. The resulting screen i

Entry-level QLED TV(s) start at 50,000 and can go up to several lakh rupees for flagship-grade TV

Although not as much as OLED TV(s), QLED TV(s) are prone to display burn-in, but can still last for eight to ten years, at the very minimum. 

 

QLED wins due to its higher brightness, longer lifespan, larger screen sizes at lower prices and no risk of burn-in. On the other hand, OLED boasts superior viewing angles, deeper black levels, lower power consumption, superior performance in gaming, and possible benefits for your eyesigh

Most external peripherals connect to your TV through a wired connection using HDMI or a wireless connection using Bluetooth or Wi-Fi. But you could benefit from additional options such as ethernet that will enable you to establish a strong internet connection for your smart TV. 

 

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