The Philips 48OLED806 television goes under €1,000 at Ubaldi, a drop of around 11% on the usual price. It is currently one of our best value for money for small budgets.
With this Oled TV, Philips is eyeing gamers thanks to reduced display delay and HDMI 2.1 connectivity. However, it does not forget the cinephile public and delivers an irreproachable image quality. Compared to the Philips OLED856, the 806 model swaps the central rotating foot for two two-tone feet (black or chrome) placed at the ends.
Philips 48OLED806
Introductory price 1290 €
- Ergonomics
- Image quality
- Consumption
- Audio
- clouding
- HDR
- Video games
- reflection
With its 48OLED806 – a 48-inch (122 cm) version with different legs from the Philips 55OLED856 that we tested – Philips delivers an almost perfect television that only misses the fifth star because of its slightly recessed audio system. The image quality is excellent, whether in SDR or HDR. This year, Philips has worked particularly hard on reducing display lag and integrating HDMI 2.1, which make this television a versatile model that is suitable for both film and TV series enthusiasts and video game enthusiasts. . For originality, the Ambilight system remains just as impressive and above all exclusive to Philips models.
Strong points
- Image quality.
- Contrast.
- Viewing angles.
- Best compensation engine on the market.
- High performance P5 AI processor.
- Reactivity.
- Originality of the Ambilight system.
- Possibilities offered by Android TV (applications, Chromecast, etc.).
- Reduced display delay.
- HDMI 2.1 compatibility (4K 120Hz, ALLM, VRR).
Weak points
- Audio system behind in relation to image quality.
Alternatively
LG 48C1
Introductory price 1290 €
- Ergonomics
- Image quality
- Consumption
- Audio
- clouding
- HDR
- Video games
- reflection
- Repairability
It’s flawless for the LG 48C1 – 48-inch (122 cm) version of the LG 55C1 that we tested – which, like its predecessor, is one of the most successful TVs on the market. It displays a perfectly calibrated image in SDR and HDR, very wide viewing angles and infinite contrast. The surprise comes from the rising peak of brightness which rivals that of the LG G1, which nevertheless has the Oled Evo panel. The LG 48C1 will suit both movie buffs and video game enthusiasts thanks to its flawless responsiveness and the integration of essential functions to enjoy the latest game consoles (HDMI 2.1, 4K120, VRR). Certainly one of the best Oled TVs on the market.