Once one of the big names at the forefront of HD technology, alongside Samsung, LG, and Sony, Toshiba has, in recent years, been on rocky footing. But in the last year, Toshiba is successfully pushing the other brands out of the way, and climbing back up there, producing decent quality TVs, whilst still keeping prices reasonable. So, if you’re looking for a bargain, Toshiba is well worth serious consideration.
Top 3 New Toshiba Models
The top three best-selling Toshiba TVs are all very similar in quality and features. The build quality on all three is impressive for the price, and design-wise, they all look good. The bezels, whilst not the thinnest we’ve seen, are pretty unobtrusive, and the retro style curved stand supports the screen nicely. The stand can be removed, however, for safe and secure wall mounting. The multiple connectivity ports are situated near the edge on the back panel, but are easily accessible, and include 3 HDMI inputs, along with USB, Ethernet, and audio jacks.
With a vast app library, plus the preprogrammed Netflix, YouTube, and of course, Amazon itself, you’re spoilt for choice, and with the app ecosystem broken down into categories, most of the work is done for you. The ever-willing Alexa is always on hand to assist. She’ll also adjust screen settings and take charge of your smart home – unfortunately, though, she still can’t make a decent cup of java. We can dream.
Image Quality – Top 3 Toshiba Models Overall
Across the board the image quality on the new Toshibas is surprisingly good, considering the prices. The native contrast, and black uniformity, lends the picture a realistic feel, and although none feature local dimming, the blacks are deep and rich enough not to miss it. The whites, too, are bright, but natural, with none of the halo effect that some cheaper TVs suffer from.
With 4K UHD, the colours are accurate, vibrant and stunningly clear, and although the TF – 32, doesn’t quite match the other two for resolution, unless comparing side by side, you wouldn’t notice any lack of picture quality. For fast action movies, sports and gaming the quick refresh rate eliminates any annoying judders or jerkiness, creating smooth flawless action.
Other Great Features
Audio-wise, all three would benefit from a dedicated soundbar. That said, their audio performances are pretty decent, with low and mid ranges fully represented, and the high demonstrating an almost, but not quite, imperceptible, distortion at full volume. However, you wouldn’t want to crank it up all the way anyway – these TVs go loud with a capital L.
Toshiba has aptly demonstrated their ability to play nicely with the big boys with these models and has caught up, and in some cases overtaken, the competition. Cornering the low budget/high-quality market has brought them back to the forefront of popular TV manufacturers, and it’s nice to see.
It’s fair to say, we’re impressed by what we’ve seen, and consider any one of these three models well worth giving up wall space for. Check them out:
1) Toshiba 24” HD Ready Smart TV with Freeview Play
Features
- HD Ready - Step into the action with increased clarity and detail.
- Super Resolution - Upscales a wide variety of non-HD content and delivers a more refined image, enhancing your viewing experience.
- Micro Dimming - Micro Dimming improves contrast, focussing on all the different regions of the image and optimising dynamically.
- HDR10 & HLG - High Dynamic Range offers better contrast, greater brightness levels and a wider colour palette. Films and TV shows will look more life-like with supported content.
- Enhanced Sound - Combining the latest sound technology of Dolby Audio Processing with enhancements of DTS Virtual X, this small TV provides a captivating cinema viewing experience so your favourite films and TV feel more life-like.
2) Toshiba 43” Smart 4K LED/UHD TV with Freeview Play (2020 Model)
Features
- Toshiba’s TRU picture technology provides smooth, upscaled and more detailed viewing whatever you’re watching, TRU Micro Dimming improves contrast, focussing on all the different regions of the image
- Watch 4K HDR content in all its glory, Dolby Vision HDR transforms your TV experience with ultravivid picture quality, when compared to a standard picture, Dolby Vision can deliver colors never before seen, highlights that are up to 40 times brighter, and blacks that are 10 times darker
- Dolby Audio Processing provides an enhanced experience whatever you’re watching, with richer, clearer and more powerful sound
- Controlling your TV with your voice has never been easier, simply connect to either an Echo, Echo Dot or Google Home Mini device – the choice is yours
- From the latest movies and trending music to your favourite boxsets, we've got it all, the top streaming apps including Netflix, YouTube, Prime Video and Freeview Play built in as standard up to date and ready to go
3) Toshiba 65” Smart 4K LED/UHD/HDR Freeview Play
Features
- Toshiba’s TRU picture technology provides smooth, upscaled and more detailed viewing whatever you’re watching, TRU Micro Dimming improves contrast, focussing on all the different regions of the image
- Watch 4K HDR content in all its glory, Dolby Vision HDR transforms your TV experience with ultravivid picture quality, when compared to a standard picture, Dolby Vision can deliver colors never before seen, highlights that are up to 40 times brighter, and blacks that are 10 times darker
- Dolby Audio Processing provides an enhanced experience whatever you’re watching, with richer, clearer and more powerful sound
- Controlling your TV with your voice has never been easier. Simply connect to either an Echo, Echo Dot or Google Home Mini device – the choice is yours
- From the latest movies and trending music to your favourite boxsets, we've got it all, the top streaming apps including Netflix, YouTube, Prime Video and Freeview Play built in as standard up to date and ready to go
How high should I mount my Toshiba TV?
How high you mount your Toshiba TV depends on the screen size and the size of your room. With these two figures you can calculate the correct viewing height, which will tell you how high your TV should be mounted.
Where are Toshiba TVs manufactured?
Toshiba are a Japanese company, originally manufactured in Japan, but since 2015, their TVs have been made in North America.
What size TV do I need?
The size of TV you require depends on the size of your room and your budget. Consider both before thinking about the right TV size for you.
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