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    What is RGB TVs?

    RGB TVs is a type of LED backlight system that sits behind the LCD panel on a TV.

    RGB uses thousands of pixels in clusters, also known as pixel zones, that are made up of red, green, and blue lights to create rich, accurate colours, strong contrast, and incredibly sharp detail. Sounds great, but how does it compare to other models? We’ve got everything you need to know.

    How does RGB TVs work?

    Most LED TVs use a backlight that’s just white or blue, while a RGB TV uses a backlight system made up of red, green, and blue lights. That means every pixel zone lights up the right colour from the start, so you’ve got more control over the brightness, colour, and contrast –  as well as a wide spectrum of colour.

    Best features

    Stunning detail

    With precise control over pixel zones, RGB TVs can show fine details for a sharp image – even in fast-moving scenes.

    Brighter picture in any lighting

    You don’t need a dark room to enjoy the impressive picture quality on a RGB TV. It’s got high brightness levels delivering a clear, vivid picture in any setting from pitch black to broad daylight.

    Brimming with colour

    Red, green, and blue LEDs in every pixel means a RGB TV can deliver stunningly accurate, vibrant colours.

    Deep blacks and sharp contrast

    With every pixel zone producing its own light, areas of the screen can switch pixels off completely for a solid black and stark contrast that looks incredibly detailed.

    RGB TVs vs OLED

    RGB TVs and OLED TVs both look the part, but they’ve got different strengths, so you’ll want to choose one that suits your top priorities best.

     

     RGB

     OLED
     Brightness  Higher levels, so it's ideal for bright  Strong but looks best in dark rooms.
     Colour  
    Highly precise colour with advanced RGB control. Newer models can reach full
    coverage of the highest HDR content standard.
    		  Rich, accurate colours which perform strongly across common colour standards. But it covers a smaller portion of the highest HDR content standard, offering a slightly smaller spectrum.
     Contrast  Deep blacks with a strong contrast.  True blacks with pixel-level lighting for stark contrast.
     Clarity  
    Delivers a very clear picture but can geta “halo-effect” around the edges.
    		  
    Incredibly sharp picture with clear lines thanks to pixels turning on and off independently.
     Durability These models are made for long-term performance, and they don’t have a risk of screen burn – this is when pixels are damaged and leave a permanent background image on-screen even after the picture’s changed. After long-term use, there’s a small risk of screen burn from damaged pixels.

    Which is right for you?

    Choose RGB TVs for:

    • Brighter rooms
    • Long-term durability
    • A wider colour spectrum

    Choose OLED for:

    • Dark, cinema-style rooms
    • Exceptional contrast
    • A razor-sharp picture

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