What is a 4K TV and its benefits?
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It's the age of 4K now, which bigger and brighter 4K TVs have effectively replaced full HD TVs with four times as many pixels.
4K TV has now become the standard type of TV for buyers, come in various sizes and specifications that fulfill your specific needs.
Thus, this blog contains the knowledge you need to know about a 4k TV.
What does the word '4K TV' means?
Based on dummies.com, a 4K TV is an emerging technology with a resolution of 3,840 x 2,160 pixels, which is 8 million pixels in total. The pixels of a 4K TV is four times the number of Full HD or 2K (1,920 x 1,080).
A 4K TV is also known as Ultra HD or UHD and works more effectively on a larger screen. The resolution and the latest picture processing technology make more precise and astounding 4K images. The result is a stunning clarity that makes all images come to life.
What are the Differences between 4K and 2K (Full HD) TV?
Resolutions and Pixels
Screen resolution is the key difference between a 4K and 2K (Full HD) TV.
Meanwhile, the resolution is differed by the number of pixels. A pixel is the smallest digital graphics unit displayed and represented on a device. These pixels are organized into rows and columns.
The resolution will define how many pixels there are in each row (width) and each column (height).
Pixels of 2K and 4K TVs:
- 2K or Full HD: 1920 x 1080
- 4K or Ultra HD (UHD): 3840 x 2160
So, a Full HD TV with a 1920 x 1080 resolution means that it displays 1920 pixels per line and 1080 per column. We usually refer to a 2K resolution as 1080p.
Meanwhile, a 4K TV displays 3840 pixels per line and 2160 per column.
Let's keep it simple- the more pixels mean the better display quality for the viewing experience.
ColorsThe extra pixels of 4K TVs help them outcompete the 1080p TVs in terms of color displayed.
4K TVs can achieve a wider color gamut, offering a more extensive palette of colors than a 1080p TV.
A 4K TV screen can also display a more accurate depth with exceptional contrast between light and dark than a Full HD TV. With the feature of that, 4K TVs could supply lifelike images that look almost the same in reality.
Also, 4K is now a preferable way to look for HDR or Ultra HD (UHD) features.
DevicesFull HD TVs were once the most common type of HDTV set with a screen resolution of 1080p. Computer monitors or laptop screens are widely available in 1080p.
Thus, we can say that Full HD TV resolutions on smaller screen devices make more sense. This is because screens at 40″ and below are not large enough for 4K to look noticeably clearer or sharper.
Content
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In addition, we can differentiate Full HD TV and 4K TVs based on their availability and content.
Almost all streaming platforms support Full HD TV content in the past, but major streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, and YouTube have already joined the 4K team now.
Benefits of a SHARP 4K TV
- Picture quality – Resolution
A 4K display reveals so much more nuances and detail. You will be more like "gazing through a window" instead of watching a TV due to their realistic image quality displayed.
Also, the higher pixel density of a 4K TV also enables you to get much closer without the grid-like structure of the image itself becoming visible –this means you can comfortably watch a much larger screen from the same seating position as your current Full HD panel.
- TV powered by Android TVTM – a New Convenient Lifestyle Start with Sharp AQUOS 4K.
SHARP's 4K TV promises you an easier way to enjoy the entertainment you love by streaming from your favorite apps, playing music and games, casting from any device, and more.
Google Assistant
Android TV™ with the Google Assistant provides a smarter viewing experience. You can quickly access entertainment, get answers on screen, control smart devices around your home, and more using your voice. Press the Assistant button on your remote to get started.
- Meet over 7,000 apps on Google Play
It brings together all the entertainment you love and helps you explore it in new ways, anytime, anywhere.
- Connect from Phone
Sharp's AQUOS 4K TV lets you stream your favorite entertainment from your phone, tablet, or laptop right to your TV.
- Control Smart Home Devices
Use your voice to create the perfect viewing environment. You can control your smart home devices at your ease, be it adjust room temperature, lighting, and more.
- Games
When enjoying Android features on a TV, the first thing that comes to our mind is games. Let's appreciate this smart system as you can now enjoy Android games on your Android TV. Without any doubt, the innovative feature brings a more exciting experience to all game lovers.
In this, game developers have attached the option of TV connection in many popular Android games nowadays. Meaning, you can enjoy a wide range of games such as shooting, racing, arcade, and many other exciting games on a bigger and sharper screen, wirelessly.
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Simply put, 4K TV is designed to bring the sorts of things you enjoy on your phone to your TV.
- Upconvert to 4K quality
Although we are now firmly in the modern era, we are not all watching 4K content. Full HD images on a 4K panel will not look better, just bigger, however, unless some clever upscaling is used.
But now, with 4K TVs' Upconverter technology, it can convert your SD or HD videos into 4K resolution, producing superior image quality. The upscaling process ensures that the image or video fills the screen's 4K resolution.
Content of 4K
- Streaming services – Netflix, Amazon Prime Video and YouTube
We can see that many industry leaders are making the 4K switch now. More famous platforms such as Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, YouTube and many more content are available in 4K resolutions, and more platforms are expected to join the team soon.
If you want the best image, video, and audio quality, you need to watch them in 4K resolutions. Streamed 4K movies can bring you to the next level of watching experience. Also, the movie is sharper in fine details, has fewer distracting artifacts, and has a better overall image.
On the audio side, even streaming content uses compressed audio formats, but in 4K, it will deliver to your lossless audio for enhanced clarity.
SHARP AQUOS 4K UHD TVs
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SHARP Exclusive AQUOS technology
4K Upconverter
Sharp 4K Upconverter can convert your SD or HD videos into 4K resolution, producing superior image quality.
4K Digital Noise Reduction
This technology maintains clear image quality by reducing the undesirable pixelation that occurs during upconversion.
Better color reproductionSHARP TVs are notable with better color reproduction to provide a more realistic viewing experience.
Color Optimizer
The optimizer automatically adjusts the color displayed to those naturally detected by the human eye, resulting in actual color.
Tone OptimizerA tone optimizer gives natural color tones by providing you with 64 times more color levels when compared to regular displays.
4K U HDR Real Contrast
Pictures display superb and accurate depth and exceptional contrast between light and dark, delivering a nuanced picture.
Comfort Luminance Display
Comfort Luminance Display uses an LED backlight to produce an extraordinary, true-to-life brightness.
ALL SHARP products pass strict Japanese quality standards. SHARP TVs are proven to have safe protection and high endurance under various circumstances.
Lightning ShieldWatching video during heavy rain without worries due to TV parts following EMC standard.
Heavy Weight ShieldThe design of our wall mounting brackets are tested against IEC 60065 weight loading standards.
Voltage ShieldSafe product operation is ensured throughout, as our TVs can handle more than the standard voltage (110V-240V)
Drop ShieldThe protective performance of our packaging and the durability of SHARP LED TVs are proven by passing strict drop tests.
Stability ShieldOur proven structural stability has been benchmarked against IEC 60065 standards
Vibration ShieldOur quality carton packaging design and high build quality of SHARP LED TVs are proven to be vibration resistant during delivery
High Temperature & Humidity ShieldReliable SHARP LED TVs are proven and tested based on IEC 60065 standards to withstand high temperature and humidity settings.
Specifications You Couldn't Resist:
4K Ultra HD - AQUOS 4K TVs come with the latest HDR standards and couple with SHARP's high luminance technology, giving you a consistent lifelike contrast between light and darkness.
X4 Master Engine Pro II - The X4 Master Engine Pro II processor allows SD and HD videos to be up-converted to 4K resolution with minimal noise while maintaining image quality.
Android TV - Enjoy a great variety of apps for videos, news, and games from Google Play with the latest all-in-one Smart Remote.
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