The big TVs at CES 2023

Samsung

Samsung were out to wow with their latest advancements in picture quality, sound technology and smart features via their MicroLED, OLED, and Neo QLED televisions.

Last year, Samsung unveiled their MicroLED screens in 89-, 101- and 110-inch models. This year sees the introduction of a more affordable 76-inch CX option in the ultra-premium TV range. This technology uses blocks of literally millions of tiny LEDs, delivering black levels that rival those perfect ones that OLED owners enjoy, while offering greater levels of peak brightness.

Samsung’s foray into OLED territory continues with the unveiling of the S95C. Combining the brilliant visual tech with the brightness benefits of QLED, this year’s model hits even higher in its ability to reproduce the darkest blacks and the brightest of whites, and also adds a 77-inch model to the range, which previously boasted just 55- and 65-inch units. Gamers will love it, too, with AMD FreeSync Premium Pro certification, and a 144Hz refresh rate.

If you need a TV that performs in any lighting environment, then it’s definitely worth checking out Samsung’s Neo QLED range. Combining Mini-LED backlighting with quantum dot tech, the new range offers further improvement in brightness levels, as well as clever processing to analyse lines, shapes and surfaces so as to control the Mini LEDs. This means better image quality, complete with full HDR.

Possibly the most intriguing introduction this year is the inclusion in some of the new TV models of the Samsung Health Monitor. Used in conjunction with a slim webcam (which will be included with some TV models), it can track such human things as heart rate and oxygen saturation, while you’re busy watching your favourite programme.

LG

LG continue to be at the forefront of OLED technology, and the latest in their line of ground-breaking OLED televisions that were unveiled certainly impressed.

Their newest evolution is a virtually wire-free 97-inch Signature OLED M. This comes in two parts – a control box for taking all the connections such as disc players and games machines, and a screen to which everything is beamed wirelessly. Save for the one supplying power, no more unsightly cables if you don’t wish to – or can’t - run them through your wall.

Meanwhile, evolution is the theme for LG’s OLED G3 series – the successor to 2022’s G2 – and also the new C3 releases. We’re promised further enhanced brightness capabilities from the OLED evo panel, via the new LG Alpha 9 Gen 6 intelligent processor. This clever chip also allows for smarter upscaling of lower resolution content such as DVDs, as well as improving sound from the inbuilt speakers to provide upgraded virtual 9.1.2 surround sound – that’s a simulation of nine speakers around you, one subwoofer, and two height channels.

The across-the-board improvements continue, with ease of use at the fore via the tweaked webOS 23, which delivers “quick cards” for easy access to key subjects such as music, games, and sport. Personal profiles allow individual user avatars coupled with their own customised setup for favourite streaming services, and tailored content recommendations.

If, like many, you’re into making your home a smart one, 2023 LG TVs offer full support for the new smart industry standard Matter. Meanwhile, gamers, especially those who’ve snaffled a PS5 or Xbox Series X, will be delighted with full HDMI 2.1 and 4K 120Hz support, with a near lag-free 0.1 millisecond response time. A raft of options created especially with gamers in mind also features, including the popular Game Optimiser, a special dark room mode, plus G-Sync and Free-Sync support. “Quick Media Switching VRR” is also introduced, which cuts out black screens when switching between devices.

Hisense

Hisense continued to impress with their latest range of televisions, pinning their Mini-LED X tech as a game changer for their flagship model of their 2023 ULED range. It’s a combination of Mini-LED for contrast and QLED for colour which, when combined with 144Hz and more Mini-LED backlights than ever before makes for one impressive picture, in a range of models that stretches from 55-inch right up to a huge 98-inch. Also boasting such features as IMAX Enhanced certification, a full range of HDR format support and AMD FreeSync Premium for the gamers out there, it all comes together with Hisense’s latest update of their own operation system, VIDAA U7, which goes big on personalisation and mobile device support.

In the laser projection stakes, Hisense are going even bigger this year, with three new short-throw devices bringing an impressive checklist of features, in both 100-inch and 120-inch models. The brighter the better is the way with projection, and it’s been a focus in these new models, which also offer full 4K vision and crisp Dolby Atmos audio. Home cinema experience lovers will be eager to check these out.

TCL

This year sees TCL showcasing its latest innovations in Mini-LED and QLED, under the catchcry of “Inspire greatness”. Their TV range is set to expand via a new Mini-LED TV (the C845), two QLED models (C745 and C645), plus a 4K Ultra HD model (P745).

TCL are promising to raise the bar with their most advanced enhancements to date, including a huge 98-inch Mini-LED model that offers top sound and super-desirable gaming features such as low latency and dedicated gaming optimisations. They’re flush from their success in winning CES 2023 Innovation Awards for its new Mini-LED 4K TV 75C935 – which combines Mini-LED and QQLED tech - and the Mini-LED 4K TV 75C835.