55" Smart TV vs 60" Normal TV

Lviperxz on 19/12/2014 - 06:52

Hi all,

I'm looking to purchase a new TV and have noticed 4 models of similar price currently on sale with free delivery at David Jones.

I already have an Xbox 360 and a Chrome Cast which I use for DLNA streaming, hence I was wondering what other people's opinions were on Smart TVs, and of the ones on offer which would you recommend.

http://shop.davidjones.com.au/djs/en/davidjones/samsung-55-f… (Samsung 55" Smart $1034)
http://shop.davidjones.com.au/djs/en/davidjones/60-fhd-led-t… (Panasonic 60" $1079)
http://shop.davidjones.com.au/djs/en/davidjones/lg-55-fhd-le… (LG 55" Smart $1079)
http://shop.davidjones.com.au/djs/en/davidjones/Sony-55%22-F… (Sony 55" Smart $1079)

Also, 3D is not an important features to me.

Thanks.

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  • 5
    55" Samsung (Smart)
  • 7
    55" Sony (Smart)
  • 1
    55" LG (Smart)
  • 1
    60" Panasonic
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  • konazz on 19/12/2014 - 08:46

    My dad and inlaws each have a Smart TV. Dad even went and bought a Sony keyboard… and thats as far as he's gone. The only reason I'd want a Smart TV is if I wanted to use Plex; but considering each TV (inc. mine) has an Apple TV + console (XBONE or PS4) then there's never been any use for the Smart TV features. IMHO… i wouldn't pay for them unless you KNOW you're going to use something on it.

  • cypher67 on 19/12/2014 - 09:40

    I used the Wifi capability to connect to my NAS to play movies, apart from that I dont use the Smart functions. There is probably cheaper ways to do what I want to do, but this method is pretty simple and no regrets. I tried to setup netflix using my samsung smart TV and it was a nightmare, so I bought a PS4 (was planning on it anyway) and that runs very smoothly.

  • djones145 on 19/12/2014 - 09:55

    yeah, don't really use the smart tv functions, have chromecast which is a lot simpler

  • pat_mac on 19/12/2014 - 10:58

    I like the LG for the Time Machine feature. I have one of the original Time Machine enabled LGs with a dual tuner, so you can record one show whilst you watch another - also can pause and rewind live TV. I'm not sure if any other of the smart TVs can do this.

  • CyberMurning on 19/12/2014 - 11:05
    +1

    i have smart 55" 3D since 2 years ago, if i can turn back time i wish i bought 65" non 3d non smart (but have internet port to connect to my NAS via cable)

  • plmko on 19/12/2014 - 11:19

    On another note, the Sony is the best out of the bunch for Xbox playability.

    • gummibear on 19/12/2014 - 14:49

      Who ever negge'd, can you come back and explain your opinion on xbox's and Sony TV's

      An explanation is way more informative for other users than a neg vote.

      • plmko on 19/12/2014 - 15:01

        Probably just didn't like how I recommended the Sony because of the association of the Playstation brand as a rival to the Xbox.

        They are the best for gaming due to the low input latency, from memory the one above is twice as fast as the Panasonic.

  • Deviner on 19/12/2014 - 19:32
    +1

    Hmm, I got an LG 55" Smart TV for $721 in a deal 3 weeks ago on here.

    The Smart functions are not very useful to me since I have a HTPC, but the webOS is really nice imo on the LG's.

    I'd probably go with a 60" normal over a 55" smart - but paying $1k on a 55" smart is overpriced now I think.

    • viperxz on 19/12/2014 - 19:52
      +1

      After doing more research I think you may be correct, around ~$1050 delivered is pretty standard for a 55" TV at the moment, I might wait and see what I can get post Christmas.

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