10 best gaming TVs

The young Dutch brand names simplicity and accessibility as its values. KIVI offers the customer 24/7 technical support, as well as a full 36-month warranty - an unprecedented service for economy class products. A device with a TFT-matrix may seem outdated, but just its S-PVA subtype is perfectly compatible with gaming: the black brightness is reduced, and the viewing angles of the matrix, on the contrary, are increased.

The screen diagonal is 102 cm - not the largest dimensions in our rating. But for games at close range, this “sweep” is enough, and many believe that this is the best option for comfort. Users describe in detail the game mode of the TV, which changes the backlight level, image noise reduction and color temperature. Not happy with the limited number of colors and the "grid" filling of textures. Problems with reboot, freezes, loss of communication with the remote control are solved by updating the software.

The screen supports HDR10 mode, High Dynamic Range in translation means "extended dynamic range".In terms, the technology displays video with high bit depth and wide color gamut, and if it is simpler, the owner will see on the screen the picture that the creator planned. For the gaming industry, the transfer of atmosphere is extremely important.

In the comments they write that the device passes the light test perfectly. The TV comes with a pair of remotes, one simplified, and the second with advanced functionality. The compact remote control is convenient to use every day, the large switch is definitely needed in the first days of settings. The screen refresh rate is 60 Hz and the pixel response time is 8 ms, so the device at an affordable price is ideal for amateur gamers. For the pros, the model will seem rustic, and yet Civilization VI and The Witcher 3 through the PC at maximum speed will pull without problems.

The three-sided Ambilight backlight analyzes the color of the frame on the screen and reproduces a diffused glow around the perimeter. Due to dynamic lighting, the frame seems more intense and larger - the best effect is achieved at night during the game process or watching a movie. Micro Dimming technology additionally analyzes the amount of light in 6400 areas, and the screen selects the most optimal contrast for the current time of day.

The revolutionary audio standard Dolby Atmos is not based on channels, but on individual audio objects. The gamer will definitely experience new emotions from the sound, as it will be possible to accurately determine where the sound source is and how it moves in space.According to users, the product comes with a convenient large remote control with separate buttons for entering YouTube and Netflix. The technique is also praised for the low Input Lag necessary for the quick response of network players.

Sony TVs are fully compatible with the brand's PS4 and PS4 Pro gaming consoles, and are ready for the biggest upcoming event of the PlayStation 5. Exclusive 4K gaming now features a superb Triluminos display for true-to-life colors and Motionflow XR for soft, realistic motion pictures. scenes with quick cuts. In fact, the technology artificially creates frames and increases the refresh rate - no more jitter and blurring of the picture.

Commentators have a very good opinion about the quality of the Direct LED backlight: it is uniform and does not flicker, so it is comfortable for the eyes to look at the screen for a long time. To watch “heavy” 4K content without freezing, you need the latest high-frequency 5 GHz WiFi router. These are additional costs, but they are fully justified: the data transfer rate increases several times, interference from other equipment is excluded, but the radius of reliable reception decreases.

The manufacturer has taken into account on the TV everything that a demanding gamer needs. The 4K UHD standard, due to the high resolution (4 thousand PX horizontally), gives the best picture in terms of detail.Stereo sound from 2 x 10W speakers + surround sound completely immerses the atmosphere of the game, and now the player does not have to wear headphones to distinguish all the effects. Progressive scan allows scaling up to the maximum resolution of the matrix, and this is a technological step towards clarity and realism without flickering and other distortions.

The reviews praise the image quality, even in games with high graphics requirements. For the most dynamic scenes, users recommend the Sports mode and turning off noise reduction (NR). The proprietary PatchWall system recommends personalized content, but consumer attitudes towards it are very skeptical - the algorithm is limited and often misses.

At first glance, such a diagonal may seem modest; the TV is ideal for a kitchen or a room with a small footage. After all, a large screen for games is convenient only with a sufficiently large distance between the gamer and the TV. At the same time, the model is among the best budget solutions. High-quality Full HD image with a refresh rate of 60 Hz, decent contrast and intuitive settings make the TV one of the most popular among budget-conscious users.

The model fell in love with many, first of all, with a stylish design for such an inexpensive device with thin frames and convenient controls. Also, buyers often attribute the excellent speed of work and the ability to autorun the last application in Smart TV to the best properties of the TV. Among the minuses, they mention mainly only quiet speakers.

The gaming TV of this South Korean brand, despite the very adequate cost, has become one of the most functional Full HD devices for gaming in early 2018. Support for HDR and HDR10 standards significantly expands the dynamic range of brightness, which allows a relatively inexpensive TV to please the owner with an excellent image even in dark scenes. At the same time, LG received not the loudest, but pleasant surround sound. Also, the model has a clear screen with anti-reflective coating. Therefore, it is ideal for gamers who like to sit not at the TV itself, but lying on the couch or somewhere on the side.

Miracast support has become a special advantage of the gaming TV. After all, the technology allows you to control the game on a smartphone or tablet, enjoying a realistic image on a large 32-inch screen. Therefore, for many gamers, this device is the best combination of price and quality.

Many experts call 32 inches the optimal size for a gaming TV, and a refresh rate of 60 Hz is sufficient for timely display of the picture. Therefore, for games it is quite a good option. In addition, the model received more than decent 20-watt surround sound and support for enhanced sound formats and a number of popular features, including Time Shift for recording live to a flash drive, light sensor, child protection and 24p True Cinema.

Users separately note a clear sound, stylish design, excellent picture and intuitive settings. The push-button remote, which is inferior in a number of parameters to the latest smart remotes, and a slight uneven backlighting at the edges of some instances, which is why it is best to check the TV before buying, prevented the TV from taking a higher line.

Global manufacturers are now working with Yandex's virtual assistant, and Samsung is no exception. Integration into the branded Smart Home is extremely simple: just ask Alice to turn on the TV. Another important technological difference of the TV is IPv6 support. This is the latest version of the IP protocol with simplified network administration, better routing and faster data processing. Given the limited IPv4 address space, the transition to the "six" is inevitable, and already half of the users in the US are using the innovation (according to provider Comcast).

The model is primarily praised by the owners of Apple technology, for whom the manufacturer has implemented AirPlay, a system for instant wireless exchange of music, photos, videos, and other content from a personal device to SmartTV. And they also say that the Tizen platform just "flies", while competitors' software is often criticized for lags.

The 2nd Gen α9 AI processor optimizes content based on original quality. The Deep Learning algorithm is trained on millions of samples, quickly analyzes and transforms images (removes noise, adjusts brightness, sharpness and detail), and also works with sound (mixes into virtual external sound up to 5.1 and recognizes where the viewer is). ThinQ technology is the ability to control your TV with voice commands in Google Assistant - a significant savings in time and effort.

The design is very neat and minimalist. The thickness without a stand reaches only 47 mm - it's beautiful, but not very convenient to carry. Some are even afraid to break the screen. The device is technically ready for the release of new consoles for games with the HDMI 2.1 standard, so gamers will enjoy all the benefits of 4K resolution and 120 FPS (recall that the optimal gaming frequency starts at just 30 fps.).