The display is usually the primary interest when prospecting for the best TVs. But with the swollen stream of acronyms that flood the television market, it can be challenging to understand the slight differences. This problem is why we’ll be discussing UHD vs SUHD TVs below and what makes the two terms different.
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
- The SUHD Samsung TV uses a nano-crystal layer to produce a wide color spectrum and lifelike picture.
- UHD TVs also have a good picture quality and the exact resolution as SUHD but have lower color features.
- Both displays build off the traditional LCD technology that uses an LED backlight.
Differences Between SUHD vs UHD TV
UHD and SUHD are terms that have to do with the resolution and color filtration systems that do their respective best to provide a superb image quality.
UHD, which stands for ultra-high-definition, is synonymous with 4K technology. 4K is the next step after full HD. With a 3840×2160 resolution, 4K display technology has four times as many pixels as its predecessor. And for a look into the different types of color encoding systems, you can check out this resource comparing standard NTSC vs PAL TVs.
Insider Tip
Make sure to go into your TV’s setting and adjust the brightness, backlight, color temperature to fit your unique setting. Adjusting the settings can also help reduce eye strain and cut down on electricity costs.
The Samsung SUHD TV is also a 4K resolution. Still, it uses nano-crystal technology to filter the backlight further to provide more accurate and vibrant colors.
It’s in this nano-crystal technology where the key difference lies.
Image Quality Check
The SUHD TV will give you better results when it comes to picture quality. When Samsung Electronics unveiled the SUHD TV in 2015, it was one of the first to implement the quantum dot to filter light. This feature builds on the 4K resolution to provide truer-to-life image quality and a wider color gamut. The SUHD also improves the TV coverage by about 20% and is brighter than the average 4K TV.
All 4K displays have a dynamic range of colors, but the blue ribbon has to go to the Samsung TV. Suppose you’re interested in further study regarding a TV’s image quality. In that case, you can check out this resource covering the difference between VA panel vs IPS TV.
Comparing the Price Tags
The general idea is that because Samsung TVs typically run more than most brands, odds are you’ll be able to find a 4K TV for a good deal less than an SUHD. For example, many Samsung nano-crystal TVs start at around $2,000, and many good UHD TVs are found for closer to $1,000. So, in the end, the SUHD image quality may win out, but you may not find it worth the price.
Warning
When setting up a TV, remember to consider the amount of ambient light in the room. It can cause glares and wash out the screen’s colors, ultimately negating the benefits of a higher-definition TV.
F.A.Q.S
Is SUHD better than OLED?
OLED yields a more accurate image and realistic black level when it comes to picture quality. However, SUHD TVs tend to last longer and are brighter than OLED TVs.
What is a quantum dot?
A quantum dot is one of the tiny crystals that make up a larger filter that controls and enhances the color of an LED LCD backlight.
Is Samsung’s SUHD a new technology?
SUHD still uses the traditional LCD backlight technology but applies some advanced features and light filtration to increase image quality.
STAT: In a research study published by Samsung, viewers claimed to feel 25% ‘at the moment’ when watching SUHD compared to a full HD screen. (source)
REFERENCES:
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tvmWsYQE4rQ
- https://news.samsung.com/global/samsung-electronics-receives-uhd-alliance-premium-certification-for-its-2016-suhd-tv
- https://blog.bestbuy.ca/tv-audio/4Ktv/understanding-the-difference-between-4K-uhd-suhd-and-super-uhd-4r
- https://www.samsung.com/uk/support/tv-audio-video/what-is-the-difference-between-uhd-and-suhd/
- https://blog.bestbuy.ca/tv-audio/4Ktv/understanding-the-difference-between-4K-uhd-suhd-and-super-uhd-4
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xv8_Z29EsH4
- https://news.samsung.com/global/neuropsychological-study-reveals-the-effect-of-uhd-on-the-body-and-brain-experienced-on-samsung-suhd-tv
