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A To TV: Everything You Need To Know Before Buying a TV

September 18, 2024 - 5 min read

Wondering what to look for when buying a TV? There’s a lot to consider on your quest to find your dream screen, so we’ve made it simple by putting everything you need to know – including our top picks of the latest TVs from the biggest brands – in one convenient spot. Right here!

“My advice to anyone looking to upgrade their TV is to first consider three things – your room size and proportions, what you’ll be watching, and your ideal budget,” says John Milonas, The Good Guys Buyer – Televisions.

“Once you’ve nailed down those details, you’ll have a firm idea of which TVs will tick all the boxes for you, plus which TV accessories could turbocharge your viewing.”

From what size TV is best (hint: go big!) to the best TV for movie nights, mega gaming sessions and Grand Final footy, here is your essential TV guide.

For more TV inspo, check out our Big Screen TV Buying Guide.

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Best TVs for Home Cinema Night

Indulging in jaw-dropping new release movies is always more epic with a big screen. A 65-inch TV or a 75-inch TV will do the job, but anything over 80 inches will fill your full field of vision to truly bring blockbuster home cinema vibes. Here are our big-screen picks:

Projectors

A home cinema projector delivers a supersized picture (up to a massive 500 inches!) without the need to wall-mount a TV – a great alternative for renters. Check out some of the best projectors to buy here.

Soundbars

A home cinema theatre system that’s the envy of your mates must include immersive audio. A sleek, powerful soundbar adds room-filling 3D surround sound and deep bass to take your entertainment to the next level. In the spotlight:

Best TVs for Next-Level Gaming

If you’re regularly switching on to a gaming marathon, then a gaming TV is worth considering. But what is a gaming TV and what features should you prioritise? Top of the list is an HDMI 2.1 input to keep up with next-gen consoles, followed closely by a high Variable Refresh Rate of at least 120hZ to eliminate annoying lag.

Best TVs for Sports Superfans

If your idea of a perfect night in is on the couch watching a few games of footy, you need a TV that gives you a front-row seat. Smart TVs are a diehard sports fan’s best friend, with built-in streaming access to a wide world of sport. You’ll love these:

Best TVs for Stylish Spaces

You might have heard the term on your favourite reno TV show, but what is a lifestyle TV? Essentially, these are the supermodels of TVs, stylishly designed to elevate your interiors while providing stunning image quality. Many lifestyle TVs come with customisable frames, a trendy TV stand or the option to display gallery art.

Best Small TVs for Smaller Spaces

Is there anything more decadent than bingeing your favourite TV series from other rooms in your home? Maybe a TV in the kitchen for catching the news, or in the playroom for the kids? No need to go big in this instance; a 32-inch TV or a 40-inch TV will do the job.

Best TVs for Picture Perfection

Understanding what 4k resolution is and how it can elevate your screen time will help you find your perfect TV – especially if you want something with outstanding contrast and clarity. Here’s what you need to know.

4K TVs

These screens provide four times the display resolution (and pixels) of a Full HD TV, which means you see more detail and clarity in every shot on screen.

8K TVs

These TVs take things up a notch with four times the display resolution of 4K TVs. Blacks look blacker, whites are crisp, and you’ll see every detail in dark and light scenes. For the best 8K screen, it’s got to be a Samsung TV.

Best TVs for Bright Rooms

Aussie homes are renowned for their sun-drenched rooms with plenty of natural light. That can be an issue though when you want to catch a midday movie and can’t see past the screen glare. Try one of these screens for a sleek solution.

QLED TVs

The ones you want for vibrant, true-to-life colour, QLED TVs are equipped with quantum dots – microscopic nanocrystals that emit deep and accurate colours when light is shone on them. They’re also known for their ability to sustain clear and vibrant images without burn-in (visible marks left on the screen), which means they’ll last for years to come.

OLED TVs

First, what is an OLED TV? OLED stands for Organic Light-Emitting Diode, which is the panel tech that delivers elite image quality, fast response times and reduced power consumption. OLED TVs can turn their pixels off, so they can deliver perfect blacks for clarity in a bright room. For the widest selection of OLED TVs on the market, look to LG TVs.

What Should You Expect to Pay for a Quality TV?

The best-value TV is one that delivers the screen tech you want at an affordable price - and one that is within your budget.

“If a big screen is your priority, look to budget-friendly brands such as Hisense, TCL, Linsar and FFALCON. That way, you can go bigger for your budget,” says John Milonas.

“If it’s market-leading tech and design you want – think 8K screen resolution, OLED tech and customisable frames – leading brands such as Samsung and LG will deliver your more premium options.”

Getting Your TV Home

Let The Good Guys Home Services take care of that! They can organise qualified professionals who can deliver, install and even wall mount your new TV.

Now that you know your “A to TV” of the best TVs for you, it’s time to go shopping! Visit us in-store or online to explore our wide range of TVs at Pay Less prices.