4K Ultra HD Vs. "Regular" HD

[SycamoreKen]

We are going to upsize our TV from a 50 inch to a 70 inch and mount it on the wall for a better viewing experience. I am curious what you have to say about how Utltra HD compares to 1080 standard. I'm not sure I want to pay $500 to $1000 more. I have done some research at this site: http://www.rtings.com/tv/learn/4k-ul...aling-compared but always welcome opinions. I'm also looking to get surround sound system since our living room is already wired for it, but that comes after the TV.

I know picture varies by manufacturer, so that input is welcome as well. We have had VISIO since taking the HD plunge and have had good experiences with them. Thanks in advance for sharing your thoughts.

[ilive4sports]

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I think if you are going that big, its worth it.

[Shade]

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Definitely go Ultra.

[Lord Helmet]

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Spend that money!!!!! $$$$$$ Can't take it with you!

4K is going to be industry standard before you know it, anyway

[RWB]

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So did you take advantage of the BF sales? Oh and my comment.... the sound portion is just as important for the move experience.

[Kid Minneapolis]

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I'm waiting until there is more 4k content, and by then the price will be a lot lower.

[Ichi]

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I have a 50 inch 4k Sony. It really does make a solid difference, but not quite enough 4k stuffs yet. Looking at some of the 4k youtuve videos is fun enough for a bit or while under the influence though lol

[clownskull]

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I've heard that from 50 in. on up is where you can see a diff.
However, given that there is very little content available besides streaming, i won't be getting a 4k anytime soon. I saw that a single episode of breaking bad gobbles up over 17 gigs of bandwidth in 4k. Thus, unless we see a substantial uptick in how much monthly bandwidth the internet providers offer without charging more, the amount of 4k viewing will be pretty limited for the foreseeable future. I haven't' even hear a peep from any network about programming in that format either.
I'm sure the pic is great but, i'm gonna pass on it for a long time.

[Bball]

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Do the 4K TV's upconvert 1080 to 4K and if so (I assume they do) how does that look/compare?
I have my doubts we'll see broadcast 4K for some time (like a decade or more... although I'm not really following it but unless they can do it economically they will ride their 1080 investment for a while).

[SycamoreKen]

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We still have not purchased the TV yet, but will go 1080 for now. Actually, we would have made a purchase if the new Model Vizios fit on our TV stand. I don't have time to hang it on the wall yet. Oh, and Walmart has last year's model on display and its stand would fit on our furniture, but they will not sell me the display model.

[Dr. Hibbert]

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Make sure you actually use media that streams/broadcasts in 4K, if you go 4K. I had a friend go the extra mile for a 4K TV just to realize he had extremely limited 4K media options.

[Rogco]

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Generally I'd say it's worth it for two reasons 1.) 4K is going to be standard and you are "future" proofing yourself. But more importantly, 4K TVs tend to be the newer and/or higher quality TVs, which means that even when not watching 4K content, they tend to have better contrast and black levels than a more entry-point TV. Having said all that, I ended up buying the last of the really high quality Samsung Plasma TVs (PNF8500) when they were selling them off dirt cheap last year. It's a beautiful TV (though mine was a floor model and has a couple annoying quirks), and they do run hot as hell.

As far as manufacturers go, Vizio is supposed to be good. I've had really good luck with Samsung. But I believe most manufacturers make some really good TVs these days, just do some research on them.

[RWB]

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Having said all that, I ended up buying the last of the really high quality Samsung Plasma TVs (PNF8500) when they were selling them off dirt cheap last year. It's a beautiful TV (though mine was a floor model and has a couple annoying quirks), and they do run hot as hell.

Damn straight!!! Coming from a owner of 3 plasmas (Panasonic and 2 Samsungs). Even with a decent calibration it can get warm, but oh what a pretty picture.

[SycamoreKen]

Re: 4K Ultra HD Vs. "Regular" HD

Generally I'd say it's worth it for two reasons 1.) 4K is going to be standard and you are "future" proofing yourself. But more importantly, 4K TVs tend to be the newer and/or higher quality TVs, which means that even when not watching 4K content, they tend to have better contrast and black levels than a more entry-point TV. Having said all that, I ended up buying the last of the really high quality Samsung Plasma TVs (PNF8500) when they were selling them off dirt cheap last year. It's a beautiful TV (though mine was a floor model and has a couple annoying quirks), and they do run hot as hell.

As far as manufacturers go, Vizio is supposed to be good. I've had really good luck with Samsung. But I believe most manufacturers make some really good TVs these days, just do some research on them.

Thanks. I have been doing so much research my head hurts. I think we will hold off on 4K until the content available makes the price worth it. Plus we can't afford to pay 5 grand for a 65 inch 4K. I really appreciate all the advice!

[Rogco]

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Thanks. I have been doing so much research my head hurts. I think we will hold off on 4K until the content available makes the price worth it. Plus we can't afford to pay 5 grand for a 65 inch 4K. I really appreciate all the advice!

Ooh, big TV! That would be my other recommendations. Decide how big a TV you want, then go one size bigger!!