Difference Between LCD TV and LED TV

The difference between LED TVs and LCD TVs lies in the technology the TV uses to project visuals on screen.
Difference Between LCD TV and LED TV
2 mins read
28 Sep 2022

The market today is flooded with TVs and most brands selling top-notch televisions have unique features that make them stand out. Among them, LED, and LCD TVs have been the most sought-after, thanks to the host of features they offer. Making the right pick, thus requires you to first have a clear understanding of the difference between the two. Let's look at the article to make an informed choice.

What is an LED?

A light-emitting diode or LED is a semiconductor that emits light each time an electric current is passed through it.

What is an LCD?

LCD or liquid crystal display is a technology that blocks light rather than emitting it.

LED TV vs. LCD TV: How are they different?

The main difference between LED TV and LCD TV lies in the technology the TV uses to project visuals on screen. Each of the two technologies responds to projections and video differently.

Here is what you must know about LED TVs and LCD TVs to make an informed decision.

Screen thickness

An LED TV, owing to the technology it uses, flaunts a thinner screen with sharper edges. On the other hand, the two-layer display technology adds bulk to an LCD TV.

Backlight

Backlight is an important difference between LCD TVs and LED TVs. An LED TV backlight comes in two ways: edge lighting and full array lighting. Unlike an LCD TV that uses CCFL for backlight, most LED TVs use light guides to project pictures on the screen. For example, the latest LED Sony TV and LG TV use edge-lit with local dimming technology to present bright visuals.

Brightness

When comparing LCD TVs and LED TVs on the parameter of brightness, an LED TV stands out as a winner. This is because it appoints an individual dimming and backlighting system, which in comparison to LCD TVs, makes your projections more defined, authentic, and closer to reality.

Contrast and colour

LED TVs have superior black levels and employ dynamic contrast mechanisms as compared to LCDs. Colour precision is also more defined in the case of LED TVs.

Viewing angles

LCDs project clear pictures for up to 165 degrees, but projections tend to distort beyond this point. However, LED TVs are equipped to offer you better clarity at all viewing angles.

Energy efficiency

LED TVs are more energy-efficient as these models use light-emitting diodes (LED) for backlighting. These TVs consume less power as compared to Cold Cathode Fluorescent Lamps (CCFL), which most LCD TVs use. This results in power savings of up to 30%.

Price

Owing to the technology on offer, the price of LED TVs is higher as compared to LCD TVs. For instance, to buy an LED TV that is HD-ready, you will have to spend a minimum of Rs. 10,000. The price will go up with an increase in screen size and technology. Smart TVs, for instance, come with a higher price tag.

Size

The best part about an LED TV is that it can perfectly fit your space, however limited or expansive it may be, courtesy of its versatile size and thickness. You can buy LCDs ranging between 13 and 57-inch in size and LEDs of up to 90-inch, based on the available space.

Types of LED and LCD TVs

The most common type of LCD TV today is the flat screen, however, you can also get front projection LCDs that project an image onto a flat screen. When it comes to LEDs, the most common type is the Edge LED TV, which spreads the light uniformly behind the screen. You can also find dynamic RGB LEDs, which offer dimmer or brighter projections on certain areas, and full-array LEDs, which do not offer dimming or brightening of an individual area.

Which one is better: LCD or LED TV?

With this comparison, you must have realised that LED TVs are better than LCD TVs. However, when choosing a TV, understand your viewing requirements first, then choose what suits you the best. If playing games or watching films in high definition is your passion, then choose LED TVs over LCD TVs.

While you may have understood what display type to choose, here are other details to pay attention to when picking the right TV for yourself.

What is the ideal TV size?

The distance at which you sit to view the TV and the number of people viewing the TV at once determines the ideal size of a TV. Simply divide the viewing distance by 1.6 to get the ideal TV size for your room.

What is the future of LCD TVs and LED TVs?

In the time to come, OLED technology is going to dominate the LED TV market. While some brands like Sony have already launched exceptional OLED TVs, more is yet to come. Unfortunately, LCD TVs will slowly vanish from the market owing to their cumbersome make and limited features.

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Simply divide the cost of your purchase into easy instalments and you do not have to compromise on your new LED TV, no matter whether it is a full HD LED TV or a smart TV. What is more, you can bring home the bestselling TV on No Cost EMIs starting from just Rs. 1,899. Avail additional discounts and cashback on MRP (on running offers, at the point of purchase) when you shop from the Bajaj Finserv EMI Network partner stores using your Bajaj Finserv Insta EMI Card. You can also get in-store financing at a partner store closest to you without the Bajaj Finserv Insta EMI Card.

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