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Xenomrph posted:I'd be looking at the 6 series if it came in 50"; anything bigger is too big for my entertainment center. I'm just going to go ahead and say that, when comparing $400 tv sets, all of those differences you mentioned are going to be almost totally negligible. They're both lower level sets and neither have exceptional quality so you're just comparing slight differences on marginal sets. Don't over think it. Other than brightness neither set is good enough for you to notice those minute differences between them. If you're really hand wringing this much over how much those features are going to effect your enjoyment then you need to step up a different level of TV. If you absolutely can't because of budget. Then just flip a coin.
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BonoMan posted:If you absolutely can't because of budget. Then just flip a coin. This but instead just buy the first one that's on a great sale
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morestuff posted:This but instead just buy the first one that's on a great sale Edit-- I don't mean for it to seem like hand-wringing, I genuinely don't know what I'm doing and I'm largely basing my feelings off the numbers I'm seeing and I have no frame of reference. For all I know a 7.2 for "color gradient" could be a "12/10 totally loving amazing" compared to my current TV. You're right, I'm getting worked up over nothing. Xenomrph fucked around with this message at 21:56 on Nov 23, 2020 |
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Xenomrph posted:Wait, what sale? I'm just saying, you have two good options. Set up alerts on a deal tracking site or just keep an eye out and buy one of the two when it gets a deep discount.
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I got my PC's videos working, I installed Plex Media Server.  I had to set Plex to transcode any DTS so the CX's lack of DTS isn't a problem. Now I just need to figure out how to select the audio track without directors commentary, or remove with handbrake.
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Ak Gara posted:Now I just need to figure out how to select the audio track without directors commentary, or remove with handbrake. There's an option prior to playback that'll let you pick the audio track, then during most clients playback there's an options menu you can bring up that'll let you switch on demand. TV versions of apps can be a different beast, mind.
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Ak Gara posted:I got my PC's videos working, I installed Plex Media Server. MKVToolnix should be able to do this, I've used it to remove audio tracks and remux external subs into a video
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Snow Cone Capone posted:MKVToolnix should be able to do this, I've used it to remove audio tracks and remux external subs into a video Thanks that worked great! And because it's not reencoding, only takes a minute 
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So Im torn between a 65" Sony x900h and 65" TCL R625. Is the response time really that noticable of an issue for the TCL? I am upgrading from a 2018 55" TCL S405 and the response time doesnt bother me at all but the R625 is rated at a lower response time than the S405 which worries me. Does BFI make the difference negligible? I also have a PS5 and the x900h does give me the future proofing for 120hz/HDMI 2.1 so that is appealing to me as well and might be worth the extra ~$200. Is the image quality difference also worth that extra $$$ for the X900h? It seems the TCL has superior brightness and contrast which is pretty impressive considering the cost difference. AccountSupervisor fucked around with this message at 01:51 on Nov 24, 2020 |
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So I’m looking to upgrade one of my TVs and have a few questions based on what I’ve been reading in this thread: 1. I’m going back and forth between the Sony A8H and the LG CX. Both seem to have decent sales prices right now and would last me for a long time. Is there any clear advantage between the two other than the HDMI 2.1 support on the CX? 2. I’ve read a bit about HDMI 2.1 not working on recent TVs but I can’t find specific details on what the exact issue is. What happens if they are faulty? Is warranty replacing them? Is it better to wait for next years TV roll out instead of upgrading now so this issue is fixed? 3. I’m also looking for a small TV for our kitchen. I can’t find much info on them because they’re really cheap so no one reviews them. Has anyone purchase a small tv (20” or less) that they’ve really liked?
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AccountSupervisor posted:So Im torn between a 65" Sony x900h and 65" TCL R625. I didn't have a tcl but I had a similar budget brand vizio and I'm pretty happy having moved to the x900h a few days ago. quality of life is just way higher all around. image quality should be roughly the same on paper but the sony looked instantly better to me. really appreciating how it's super fast and snappy ui wise too. the 2.1 actually being supported is great. anyways i say go for it, i really like the x900. dolby vision is actually pretty cool looking too, although i think the tcl does that.
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AccountSupervisor posted:So Im torn between a 65" Sony x900h and 65" TCL R625. 100% go with the X900h. That motion difference is somethin you're going to notice.
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I just want to get an obnoxiously big TV. Tell me why I shouldn't get the Sony X800H 85" for $1,700.
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RestingB1tchFace posted:I just want to get an obnoxiously big TV. Tell me why I shouldn't get the Sony X800H 85" for $1,700. The X800H is a non VA, non-QLED panel, it can't get very dark which sucks for films or cinematic television, and there's no local dimming.
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RestingB1tchFace posted:I just want to get an obnoxiously big TV. Tell me why I shouldn't get the Sony X800H 85" for $1,700. Because the 85" X900h is currently on sale for only $300 more 
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HelloNewman posted:So I’m looking to upgrade one of my TVs and have a few questions based on what I’ve been reading in this thread:
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FCKGW posted:Because the 85" X900h is currently on sale for only $300 more Thank you. Anyone want to tell me why I shouldn't get this one??? Oh...and where?
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RestingB1tchFace posted:Thank you. Anyone want to tell me why I shouldn't get this one??? Everywhere, they're all price matching each other. Costco, Best Buy, Amazon...
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FCKGW posted:Everywhere, they're all price matching each other. Costco, Best Buy, Amazon... Yup....just found it on Amazon. Yikes....I'm trying to convince myself that an 85" tv is what I want. My old rear end 62" plasma looks pretty good. But I know that a 4k set like this is something else. What do you think? Buy it or no. It's is up to you.
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Buy my TV for me, and then continue using your  plasma!
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gently caress....I bought it. It will probably look silly down here.
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Xenomrph posted:Buy my TV for me, and then continue using your If you live in Minnesota....I'll give it to you for $100. But you've got to pick it up.
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HelloNewman posted:So I’m looking to upgrade one of my TVs and have a few questions based on what I’ve been reading in this thread: If you plan on doing any gaming at all, get the CX, otherwise get whichever is cheaper.
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RestingB1tchFace posted:Yup....just found it on Amazon. I bought the 75” version and liked it so much I returned it and got the 85”. It’s a great set.
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I ended up going with the TCL 5 Series; if for any reason I feel like I made a bad decision SO HELP ME GOD I will come to the home of every single person in this thread and smash your TV.  No seriously I’m excited to get the new TV, I really appreciate all the help and advice.
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What’s my best option for a 55”-65” tv for $400-$600 or so? Mainly to be used for gaming and watching tv/movies. https://www.bestbuy.com/site/samsung-65-class-7-series-led-4k-uhd-smart-tizen-tv/6401722.p?skuId=6401722 Is this Ok? RCarr fucked around with this message at 20:17 on Nov 24, 2020 |
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RCarr posted:What’s my best option for a 55”-65” tv for $400-$600 or so? Mainly to be used for gaming and watching tv/movies. No no no no. NOOOOOOOOOOOO. [Michael Scott "NOOOOOOOOOOOOOO" .gif] Don't get a Samsung unless it's top of the line Q series and... even then get a different TV. You're going to want a TCL 6 Series 2020 - $650 for the 55" - look for BF deals. https://www.amazon.com/TCL-Dolby-Vision-QLED-Smart/dp/B0885F5GMP Or the Hisense H9G https://www.bestbuy.com/site/hisense-55-class-h9g-quantum-series-led-4k-uhd-smart-android-tv/6403995.p?skuId=6403995 Those are both 55" and slightly above your budget but they are *MILES* above the Sammy 7 series in quality. We have a Samsung 7 Series at work and it's poo poo. Literally not a single thing about it is desirable. Lower quality everything than the the above TVs and the operating system is pure poo poo compared to Android TV or Roku. It's like some early 2000s crap. AVOID.
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Found an X900h at a local best buy for $900 because the box was opened. It was never even taken out and was only missing the remote and the guy went and just found me one and gave it to me. Was able to get a basically brand new 65" x900h with 5 year warranty for $1200. It looks soooooo gooooood. Thanks for the help tv goons!
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AccountSupervisor posted:Found an X900h at a local best buy for $900 because the box was opened. It was never even taken out and was only missing the remote and the guy went and just found me one and gave it to me. It's $970 right now brand new from BB
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How desirable is HDMI 2.1 for a tv thats going to be used mostly for a ps5 and sometimes connected to my computer? i watch movies and shows occasionally but its mostly just gaming.
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2.1 is necessary for 4K@120fps games, which is like only a handful of them right now. If you are ok with 4K@60fps then 2.0 would be fine
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BonoMan posted:It's $970 right now brand new from BB Im seeing $999 everywhere I look for BB, also was labeled that in store so Im not sure where youre seeing $970. This is brand new for all intents and purposes, everything is still wrapped and sealed it just had an open box. Still saved $100 on top of the black friday deal and was able to spring for the 5 year protection. I got a new 65" for cheaper than the 55" so Im pretty stoked.
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AccountSupervisor posted:Im seeing $999 everywhere I look for BB, also was labeled that in store so Im not sure where youre seeing $970. Sign in with your free My Best Buy account and it's $970: https://www.bestbuy.com/site/sony-65-class-x900h-series-led-4k-uhd-smart-android-tv/6401205.p?skuId=6401205  (the 55" is $919, but nobody wants a 55"). I mean good for you for getting it for $900, but you still didn't get a remote and if it didn't have the remote I would suspect it had been opened and put on display. I don't trust BB open boxes and not having a remote almost *always* means it was used for display and reboxed. At least if perusing my BB open boxes is any indication. Otherwise...how did it only get opened but just the remote magically disappear? BonoMan fucked around with this message at 02:34 on Nov 25, 2020 |
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BonoMan posted:Sign in with your free My Best Buy account and it's $970: I did get a remote for free in the end tho. I mean with the protection its also treated as a brand new device so if anything should be wrong with it Im completely covered. Im not seeing literally any downsides to this beyond a hypothetical and unlikely 5 mile drive to get a replacement lol. An extra $100 in my wallet and my first new TV. Im chillin.
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AccountSupervisor posted:I did get a remote for free in the end tho. An extra $70. You bought an open used tv for $70 less than brand new. That's fine. Enjoy your TV. But it's not quite a deal (especially when you had to buy $300 in coverage for it just in case). edit: I'm being a little too harsh. But I don't feel BB open boxes are a deal and I don't feel like they're honest about them. Nothing against you. BonoMan fucked around with this message at 02:55 on Nov 25, 2020 |
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BonoMan posted:No no no no. Thank you for this.
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BonoMan posted:An extra $70. You bought an open used tv for $70 less than brand new. That's fine. Enjoy your TV. But it's not quite a deal (especially when you had to buy $300 in coverage for it just in case). I super appreciate you recommending this TV but tbh youre kind of an rear end. Enjoy the holidays bud.
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RCarr posted:Thank you for this. Ha no problem... If you can afford the H9G 55" (admittedly $100 over your budget) you're gonna love it. But if you opt for the 65" TCL at the same price... you're going to love that too. Only big noticeable difference is the 120hz native panel of the H9G vs 60 for the TCL. But you're gonna love either.
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AccountSupervisor posted:I super appreciate you recommending this TV but tbh youre kind of an rear end. Not trying to be an rear end. You just didn't get that great of a deal and I probably should have just said "return it for the full price one and skip the extended warranty" from the outset so you'd actually get a deal. BB open boxes are often ill treated and they aren't honest about them. Wasn't anything against you personally. If you're enjoying the TV and it works great for you - great! Just trying to be protective of goons!
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Mr.Fuzzywig posted:How desirable is HDMI 2.1 for a tv thats going to be used mostly for a ps5 and sometimes connected to my computer? i watch movies and shows occasionally but its mostly just gaming. HDMI 2.1 is still in its infancy and anything you buy now probably won’t work 100%. This includes the new consoles.
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