What is 4K resolution?

The first thing to consider when buying a 4K TV is: what will you primarily be using it for? For example, a home-cinema fan has different requirements for a TV than a gamer. Knowing this will help you figure out what TV matches your needs and will make picking the perfect TV a much easier task.

Image resolution indicates how many pixels a screen is composed of and is one of the most important distinguishing features of a good TV. In simple terms, a pixel is the smallest unit on a screen, and depending on the resolution, a screen can be composed of millions of pixels. So, the more pixels a monitor can display, the sharper and clearer the image.

OLED screens are a relatively new technology that has only been around since 2013. In contrast to a liquid crystal layer, a specially-developed substance is used instead, which can glow alone depending on the electrical voltage. The special feature of OLED screens lies in the display of dark hues, as it is possible to turn off each pixel completely to create an absolute black. On the other hand, LED screens can achieve a higher brightness.

So, which technology is better? The question cannot be answered easily, as the technologies have different contrasts and ultimately TV habits and preferences are important. OLED screens excel especially in the dark tones and are, therefore, excellently suited for darkened rooms. OLED screens can display blacks in a higher contrast than LEDs. So, if you like to turn off the lights to enjoy a movie, OLED screens may be the better option. However, among different OLED models there are some differences in quality and brightness. Panasonic's Master HDR OLED Professional Edition Displays are custom-made to achieve higher peak and average brightness than comparable OLED TVs. Thus, both absolutely dark and very bright nuances can be reproduced in detail.

The new JZ2000, for example, includes the latest technology as well as Dolby Vision IQ and Filmmaker Mode with intelligent ambient sensor, which automatically adjusts the image to the spatial lighting conditions, so that an optimal image is created in both completely dark and brightly lit rooms.

While OLED scores higher when it comes to dark shades, LED screens can achieve higher brightness through backlighting. This is advantageous if you want to watch TV at lunchtime when the window is open. TVs like the Panasonic JX940 also support Local Dimming Pro Intelligent – an intelligent technology that locates dark and light nuances of a scene, creating darker blacks and better contrast than traditional LED displays.

Ultimately, both 4K LED and 4K OLED screens with HDR quality reflect excellent image resolution and precision over even the smallest intricacies. Beyond this, the best TV for you really depends on your personal taste. 

When researching options for new televisions, it is highly likely that 8K image resolution will come up. The question arises as to whether it really makes sense to buy a 4K TV today or to choose an 8K model – but the answer is relatively simple: 4K continues to be one of the most forward-looking screen resolutions, and so if you buy a 4K TV, you will be on the safe side for the next few years. The issue with buying an 8K TV is that there still are not many series or movies that support 8K. Therefore, 8K TVs can only play 4K formats because nothing else is offered at the moment. Gaming on 4K TVs and PCs is also better than in 8K as players can only play games in 8K at a low frame rate, even with powerful graphics cards, as the computing power for games in 8K is enormous. Furthermore, 4K TVs are more energy-efficient than 8K models, meaning they consume less electricity and are cheaper to both buy and enjoy.

4K TVs produce immersive, detailed and lifelike images, thanks to their high pixel count, 4K upscaling and HDR capabilities, elevating your viewing experience. Explore our range of 4K LED TVs and 4K OLED TVs now to take your at-home entertainment to the next level.