Almost nothing is more important than soccer world cup. The country slows down, there is no work when Argentina plays, not to mention having classes. But for the games where we are lucky enough to be at home with family and friends, we all want to see it in the best possible way, and that not only depends on who broadcasts it and what time the games are, but also on what TV we have to watch it.
Historically, Argentine homes, and the same thing happens in other parts of the world, choose the months before the World Cups, every four years, to modernize and change the main television in their homes. Barring accidents, failures or some other eventuality, the perfect time to renew yourself is when the light blue and white compete for glory.
In addition to modernizing, the analyzes of the big brands also show that Every World Cup, people are encouraged to take a leap in size: “In 2014 it was 50 inches, in 2018 it rose to 55, in 2022 to 65, and now we expect consumers to move to 75,” HS Jo, CEO and president of Samsung Latin America, told LA NACION in January.
That is why in this note we compile the best of the options in Argentina, both in terms of sizes, new technologies, promos and characteristic details.
Samsung is one of the world leaders in this field, which stands out for having several lines and price ranges, and for offering cutting-edge in its premium products. Now one of its most recent developments has arrived in Argentina, the new 83-inch OLED Vision AI (S95F).
This TV, as its name says, has artificial intelligence integrated throughout. Analyze what happens on the screen to improve image and soundwith upscaling to 4K so that lower resolution videos look like UHD, along with other functions within its operating system.
In addition, it has technology that reduces reflections on screen to have it near windows or sunny environments, adaptive sound and something ideal for the World Cup: the new Football Mode, which automatically recognizes matches and analyzes the image to prevent the ball from looking pixelatedand that the image and sound are seen and felt as if from a seat in the stadium. Even during this year’s CES fair, it was shown how with this technology you can adjust the voices of the speakers with AI to experience it like in the field environment.
In numbers, it has 144 Hz refresh rate and response close to 0 ms, Nvidia G-Sync and AMD Free-Syncmaking it ideal for gaming, ultra-low input lag and compatibility with Variable Refresh Rate.
Ultra-thin frames, minimalist design and a spectacular size… that doesn’t fit everywhere, yes, and it isn’t for all budgets either, but we are talking about the newest and most advanced on the market: It can be obtained for just over 11 million pesos in 12 interest-free installments.
Of course, the company also has models for more limited budgets, starting with the Samsung U8000F, with 4K resolution and a price of 650,000 pesos; From there, depending on the chosen screen technology and size, the price will escalate.
Who is also not far behind in innovation in the highest range of Smart TVs is LG. He also launched his 83-inch LG OLED AI with artificial intelligence from the A9 Gen 8 processor.
LG promises in this evolution brighter images and “perfect blacks”, no matter if the room is dark or light. In addition, its processor handles colors with 100% reliability, resembling the image on the screen to what is seen in real life, something not very common in current screens.
In addition, the AI Picture Pro system, its AI superscaling along with dynamic tone mapping, analyzes what is on the screen to adapt it and improve resolutionthe same with the sound and the voices. In addition to this, it obviously has VRR (up to 144 Hz), 120 Hz, and is compatible with G-Snyc and Free-Sync.
As for artificial intelligence options, you will also have a renewed Magic Remote (which allows you to move around the screen like a mouse), which will allow you to recognize the voices of each user to perform online searches, content recommendations and image quality, among other options.
As well as other premium options, it seems that the near future of TVs is to enlarge living rooms or walls, given that its size, although it has a super-minimalist design with almost no borders, occupies 1,842m x 1,055m, so take all the pictures off the wall.
can be obtained with a discount for the World Cup at 8.5 million pesos approximately and up to 20 interest-free installments, depending on the bank.
Like Samsung, the company offers models with smaller size and price.
If the idea is to renew, but the price is a determining point when purchasing, an alternative is Motorola, which in addition to its smartphones a few years ago decided to enter the world of TVs.
In its Moto Flagship Stores it has several models for sale, but one that stands out is the 75-inch 4K UHD Smart TV at less than 2 million pesos ($1,849,999) in 3 interest-free installments or 10% discount on one payment.
This comes with operating system Google TV (with Chromecast connection included), 250 nits brightness, 1200:1 contrast, 60 Hz refresh rate and 8 ms response and, above all, a clean design with super thin edges. In addition, it has a generous number of ports, with 4 HDMI, 2 USB and TDA.
Although Philips has been in the business for years and has a wide range of TVs such as OLED, LED and more options, for this selection we opted for the new 75 inch QLED MINI LED 4K (75PML9118/77). Continuing with the new favorite size of 75 like Motorola, in this case we have a model with the distinctive Ambilight, which is a three-part backlighting set that bounces light off the wall and reacts according to what is happening on the screen. giving a feeling of immersion and an extra touch of entertainment.
In addition to having Ambilight and Mini LED technology (which combines the QLED system with tiny LED diodes), it integrates a new P5 image engine for a generational improvement in color, details and movements.
As for sound, it has 40 W of power, Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, and an HDMI 2.1 port, FreeSync, 120 Hz and VRR for gaming. Everything under Google TV to run apps and programs without problems.
In this case, can be obtained for 2,800,000 pesos in 9 interest-free installments on the Philips TV and Sound website.
Noblex also has an important variety of products, both in qualities and price range. One of the highlights is the Noblex Art TV 55 inches (91DR55X8800): comes with integrated Google TV, 4K resolution, is QLED and has its eyes set on improving how your living room looks without taking up the entire wall.
Like the Samsung The Frame option, it has a screen with matte anti-reflective system so you can see the MET art gallery, the Louvre and other works of art as if they were paintings hanging where the television is. Added to this is the elegant and slim wooden frame, which differentiates it from traditional options.
1400:1 contrast, 300 cd brightness, 3 HDMI ports, 2 USB and Dolby Atmos, Dolby Vision and HDR10+. These days it is in promotion for the World Cup for just over 1 million pesos in six interest-free installments.
And there are also the giants. TCL launched its giant 98 inch Mini LED: Even if you have the wall available, to have it in the living room you will have to figure out how to get it in… but once inside, say bye to the cinema.
This Smart TV with QD Mini LED technology (which prevents deformations around objects) with 512 independent dimming zones5000:1 contrast and IA processor comes with 2.1 Onkyo Hi-fi sound and virtualized 3D, 144 Hz native refresh rate and a slim design thanks to the size of each individual lens. Plus, it has everything to be used for gaming, with G-Sync and Free Sync and HDMI 2.1.
Also brings Google TVVRR, and all the necessary connectivity for gaming, sports or movies.
It measures 2180mm long by 1285mm with base, but only 64mm wide and has no edges. The price? It can be obtained for between 5 and 6 million pesos, depending on the store.
If 98 inches is too much and you don’t feel like spending so much on modernization, BGH offers several designs and models with different characteristics between 800 thousand pesos and 2 million pesos. One of the highlights for us is TV. 60-inch 4K QLED (B6026US7G).
This Smart TV comes with Google TV20W Dolby Atmos sound and has HDMI 2.1 and dual-band Wi-Fi connectivity.
Its QLED panel is borderless and has 120 Hz refresh rate1200:1 contrast, 4 HDMI ports, 2 USB and 8.6 cm wide.
But the highlight is that right now on the BGH website you can get it in 12 interest-free installments for $ 1,170,000 which leaves it as an accessible option in QLEDs.
Although the brand has some of the largest screens on the market and all kinds of technologies such as OLED, ULED, QLED MiniLED and more, in this case we are not going to talk to you about the 116 inch RGB Mini LEDbecause although it is one of the largest and most modern teams, it is valid in Argentina 34 million pesos. So, we are going to go for the opposite option, one of the most popular size and with an affordable price: the 65Q6N, your 65-inch QLED.
You may like this model for its price, which is available for less than 1 and a half million pesosand because it comes with Google TV and Quantum Dot Color technology, a sports mode to improve the fluidity of the image, upscaling to 4K and 60 Hz screen refresh. In addition, it has Dolby Atmos, a borderless design and a reduced size on the back.
It is worth clarifying that all brands have more models than those mentioned here, with different sizes that adapt to the pocket and available space of each home. Although the trend is in always look for a 4K panelBefore buying a television, it doesn’t hurt to consult one of the many guides that suggest a resolution based on the distance at which we are going to be located from the screen to encourage the Selection starting next June 11.
