4K TV for less than £1000?

[AndrewMoore]

Hi guys,

I'm looking to purchase a new TV and I would like to go down the 4K route if possible. My budget isn't huge which may be an issue. I'd like it to be between 47"-50" and have a DVB-S2 tuner. What are my options? The LG 49UB850V seems nice.

 

[simonlewis]

How about a 48" samsung 48HU7500 from amazon, which is under budget the only thing is you don't get a five year warrenty.

http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00KEU33FU/ref=asc_df_B00KEU33FU24566314?smid=A3VCA88502XPM8&tag=pricerunner-ce-3p-21&linkCode=df0&creative=22218&creativeASIN=B00KEU33FU&ascsubtag=uk,27816,SEM,2,google;a01202226599511f5bfc23ed3d650568

 

[bigboss]

Why do you want 4K TV?

 

[AndrewMoore]

How about a 48" samsung 48HU7500 from amazon, which is under budget the only thing is you don't get a five year warrenty.

http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00KEU33FU/ref=asc_df_B00KEU33FU24566314?smid=A3VCA88502XPM8&tag=pricerunner-ce-3p-21&linkCode=df0&creative=22218&creativeASIN=B00KEU33FU&ascsubtag=uk,27816,SEM,2,google;a01202226599511f5bfc23ed3d650568

That deal seems too good to be true. I was at John Lewis yesterday looking at TVs and that one really blew me away but they were selling it for £1200. It is £1200 at all other shops like Currys too. If that is real then I may have to empty my wallet.

Why do you want 4K TV?

Just to see what the future holds, I will watch 4K content on Netflix and Amazon Video and I'm sure the content will increase massively over the next 2 years.

 

[Deleted member 2457]

How about a 48" samsung 48HU7500 from amazon, which is under budget the only thing is you don't get a five year warrenty.

http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00KEU33FU/ref=asc_df_B00KEU33FU24566314?smid=A3VCA88502XPM8&tag=pricerunner-ce-3p-21&linkCode=df0&creative=22218&creativeASIN=B00KEU33FU&ascsubtag=uk,27816,SEM,2,google;a01202226599511f5bfc23ed3d650568

Sounds like it's from Italy but they do have good reviews.

 

[AndrewMoore]

How about a 48" samsung 48HU7500 from amazon, which is under budget the only thing is you don't get a five year warrenty.

http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00KEU33FU/ref=asc_df_B00KEU33FU24566314?smid=A3VCA88502XPM8&tag=pricerunner-ce-3p-21&linkCode=df0&creative=22218&creativeASIN=B00KEU33FU&ascsubtag=uk,27816,SEM,2,google;a01202226599511f5bfc23ed3d650568

Sounds like it's from Italy but they do have good reviews.

I did notice that it's region locked to Italy. Could this cause any issues?

 

[bigboss]

Personally, I would only buy from proper UK retailers with UK warranty, even if it costs more.

If you want 4K, I would suggest waiting for 2015 models which will employ HDR as per the standards announced and will bring the true benefits of 4K.

For your budget, there are excellent 1080p TVs to be had from Sony and Samsung.

 

[Deleted member 2457]

How about a 48" samsung 48HU7500 from amazon, which is under budget the only thing is you don't get a five year warrenty.

http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00KEU33FU/ref=asc_df_B00KEU33FU24566314?smid=A3VCA88502XPM8&tag=pricerunner-ce-3p-21&linkCode=df0&creative=22218&creativeASIN=B00KEU33FU&ascsubtag=uk,27816,SEM,2,google;a01202226599511f5bfc23ed3d650568

Sounds like it's from Italy but they do have good reviews.

I did notice that it's region locked to Italy. Could this cause any issues?

I am not sure sorry. I think I would do the same as BB here, I always get mine from John Lewis even if it's ex- display.

Then any problems I can just return it with no hassles. Returning to Italy could be quite expensive.

 

[simonlewis]

Apologies for the amazon link, i didn't realize the tv was from italy, i would avoid and get a uk model.

Why not wait a few months and see what tvs come out in 2015 if it's 4K you want you will get more choice.

 

[AndrewMoore]

I'm unsure what to do. Yes it's from Italy but it is through Amazon so if there are any problems I'm confident it will be sorted.

I'm saving nearly £400 going with that one vs buying from John Lewis or another store. I can't really afford anything more.

If I were to go 1080p 48" what would you guys recommend?

 

[simonlewis]

I would advise to wait and see what comes out in 2015 you will get more/better choice.

 

[bigboss]

I'm unsure what to do. Yes it's from Italy but it is through Amazon so if there are any problems I'm confident it will be sorted.

I'm saving nearly £400 going with that one vs buying from John Lewis or another store. I can't really afford anything more.

If I were to go 1080p 48" what would you guys recommend?

Amazon won't help beyond 30 days I'm afraid. They will merely ask you to contact the seller (I've faced something similar from a third party seller when I bought a mobile phone). And the seller will ask you to ship the TV to Italy at your cost for repairs.

Look at Samsung UE50H6400 and Sony 50W829 for 1080p TVs.

 

[simonlewis]

4K sony here.

http://www.johnlewis.com/sony-bravia-kd49x8505-led-4k-ultra-hd-3d-smart-tv-49-nfc-with-freeview-hd-and-2x-3d-glasses/p1571162?tmcampid=51&tmad=c&s_pccid=pc_pr_200_40000

 

[AndrewMoore]

I would advise to wait and see what comes out in 2015 you will get more/better choice.

I absolutely agree that that would be the sensible thing to do, however this TV is for a house I'm moving into at the end of March and I can't wait any later than that.

I'm unsure what to do. Yes it's from Italy but it is through Amazon so if there are any problems I'm confident it will be sorted.

I'm saving nearly £400 going with that one vs buying from John Lewis or another store. I can't really afford anything more.

If I were to go 1080p 48" what would you guys recommend?

Amazon won't help beyond 30 days I'm afraid. They will merely ask you to contact the seller (I've faced something similar from a third party seller when I bought a mobile phone). And the seller will ask you to ship the TV to Italy at your cost for repairs.

Look at Samsung UE50H6400 and Sony 50W829 for 1080p TVs.

After the 30 days, could I not just go direct with Samsung?

 

[bigboss]

No, I don't think Italian warranty will be valid in the UK.

EDIT: Just looked up on Samsung warranty, and this is what they say:

"Samsung Electronics (UK) Ltd support a product purchased in Europe if it has an EU Bloc Warranty. This warranty is present where the top of the product warranty card clearly states 'European Bloc'."

I cannot stress enough that it's a massive gamble you're taking. I would trust only John Lewis and Richer Sounds with their 5-year warranties. Most TVs show problems after 2-3 years.

 

[bigboss]

You can ask Richer Sounds if they can price match (as they match online prices as well). Simon's Sony 4K is another option.

 

[Son_of_SJ]

I'm unsure what to do. Yes it's from Italy but it is through Amazon so if there are any problems I'm confident it will be sorted.

Just to change tack slightly, what are the mains electrical supply voltages and frequencies in Italy, and will the television have a switch on the back so that it can operate at UK voltage and frequency??

I join all the others in thinking that your proposed size isn't realy good enough to get the full benefit from 4K, and that buying an item as large as a 48" television from a non-UK source may not be wise - mind you, I did buy the SVS PC12-Plus subwoofer from LSound in Norway, and all was well, even when the subwoofer amplfier blew and they gladly sent me a new one. I didn't have to send the whole thing back to Norway though ....

Get the Samsung UE48 or 50H6400 1080p sets!

 

[AndrewMoore]

I'm too wary to buy it, I've made my mind up. Plus the price has gone up to a grand.

I'm happy to go with the UE486400 however it doesn't have a DVB-S2 tuner and as I'll be watching Freesat, that's a massive downside.

 

[rocketrazor]

I wouldn't rule out a TV just because it doesn't have freesat. You can buy a freesat box for £50. Your gonna have to get a dish anyway and get it installed so it's only an extra £50 and you get a better choice of TV. Just a thought.....

 

[simonlewis]

I'm too wary to buy it, I've made my mind up. Plus the price has gone up to a grand.

I'm happy to go with the UE486400 however it doesn't have a DVB-S2 tuner and as I'll be watching Freesat, that's a massive downside.

Have a look at the samsung 48H6700 which does have a freesat tuner.

 

[AndrewMoore]

I wouldn't rule out a TV just because it doesn't have freesat. You can buy a freesat box for £50. Your gonna have to get a dish anyway and get it installed so it's only an extra £50 and you get a better choice of TV. Just a thought.....

I agree but if I can get a TV with it built in for not much more then I think it's worth it.

I'm too wary to buy it, I've made my mind up. Plus the price has gone up to a grand.

I'm happy to go with the UE486400 however it doesn't have a DVB-S2 tuner and as I'll be watching Freesat, that's a massive downside.

Have a look at the samsung 48H6700 which does have a freesat tuner.

Thank you. Just been doing some research myself. How does that stack up to the 48H6410? The 6410 seems to be the cheapest one with DVB-S2.

 

[Son_of_SJ]

I'm too wary to buy it, I've made my mind up. Plus the price has gone up to a grand.

I'm happy to go with the UE486400 however it doesn't have a DVB-S2 tuner and as I'll be watching Freesat, that's a massive downside.

I'm glad that you won't now be going the Italian route! *smile*

However, as Rocketrazor says, excluding an otherwise comprehensive television because it lacks Freesat is not sensible. You can get a Manhattan Plaza Freesat HD box for only £44 at the third item in this Richer Sounds Digital Set Top boxes link and there are similar items at John Lewis and at Curry's. I myself have bought two Humax Freesat HD boxes on eBay within the last 18 months, they cost me about £70 each including postage.

 

[hybridauth_Facebook_100000090351445]

You are picking off the 2014 UHD 4k stock....as long as you know.
Good deal to be had.

The 2015 range will be superior.

 

[Paul.]

Ring your nearest john Lewis stores and ask if they have any customer return TVs. My friend got a mint boxed Samsung 48hu7500 for £959 including five year warranty. Could even be worth ringing the John Lewis Swindon outlet store if it's not too far away.