60 vs 120 vs 240 Hz

[Igottago]

I see a lot of technical stuff I dont understand here, but a good thread.

My question is this: would 120 hz be worth the extra money, compared to a 60 hz tv? Am I going to be screwed in a year once 120 hz becomes more useful?

I'm currently watching a Toshiba 26" 720P LCD Hdtv, a few years old. I notice no blur on any gaming or hockey that I watch.

But now Im looking to upgrade to a larger set. There are some good looking prices out there for 60 hz tv's. I'm not sure 120 hz would really do anything for me. I mean how much better is the hockey game going to be? I can already follow the action fine on a 3 year old hdtv.

[Pastiche]

Definitely buy 120hz. 60hz will not be 3d compatible.

[nfotiu]

Only 3d compatible 120 hz tvs are capable of 3d.

[Table 5]

I bought my tv a year ago when 120hz was just too expensive. Now however, I would definitely wouldn't by a set without 120hz. Buying 60hz is somewhat like buying 780 instead of 1080.

I'm not sure I would take 3d into consideration into anything just yet....the stuff out there is really expensive, and very 1st generation quality. Unless you're an early adopter with tons of cash, I'd stay away. As a guy who multitasks while watching tv, I'm also not a fan of having to wear special glasses at home.

[OBCT]

Originally Posted by Nufy

So I looked up the specs on mine...

See here

http://reviews.cnet.com/flat-panel-t....html?tag=rnav

LDC Refresh Rate - 60Hz
Pixel Response Time - 6mS

Is that above or below average in terms of availability.

Comparing those specs to all new TVs being sold in stores right now, and I'd say a little below average. Most LCDs are striving for response times of 5ms or less these days. Plasmas are even less. Also, most new LCDs are featuring either 120 or 240Hz refresh rate.

I wouldn't say that your TV is necessarily a poor performer, but as with all things electronic, it's technology has become a little outdated in the last year or two. I have a TV that's similar to yours and love it; the subjective enjoyment test is a larger factor than any specification, IMO.

[kukkudo]

Samsung 52 inch B610
http://www.futureshop.ca/catalog/pro...0122284&catid=

It was $1470 during boxing week

http://www.futureshop.ca/catalog/pro...0121816&catid=

It was $1399 during boxing week

http://www.futureshop.ca/catalog/pro...0120300&catid=

It was $1499 during boxing week

These are all great tv's for 120hz, the prices have gone up since boxing week. The Samsung and LG are the ones that stand out spec wise. I have seen the LG in person at a friends house and its amazing. The samsung should be no different, the Sony is alright, but overpriced.

[Vulcan]

Originally Posted by nfotiu

Only 3d compatible 120 hz tvs are capable of 3d.

yeah, from what i understand ony 120hz TVs that can accept a 120hz signal will be 3D compatible. Most ot the LCD tVs out today, even though they do 120hz, do not accept a 120hz signal. A few 3D computer monitors are out now for gaming. .
if you look around.

Plasmas are another story and some 3D plasnas are coming this year also.

sorry not use to tyyping on my laptop yet.

[Shazam]

I'm waiting for 2400Hz.

[Nufy]

What would be (if any) the difference in moving to a plasma over the LCD I currently have.

[nickerjones]

Originally Posted by Nufy

What would be (if any) the difference in moving to a plasma over the LCD I currently have.

I dunno what plasma you have.... compared to the LCD and plasma I have... the Plasma is not as bright as the LCD but its a better picture overall

[sa226]

When buying TV's these days, you've probably heard it before but it all comes down to your own preferences and budget.

If you have the desire to get the latest and greatest and have a decent budget. By all mean the new 120hz and 240 hz LCD's are the new thing....or the new LED's as well.

But most people are on a budget. So it comes down to what looks best to you. I just bought a new 40 inch samsung lcd. I was trying to decide between an identically priced plasma and the samsung. At the end of the day I just didn't like the look of the plasma. They are more suited to Darker home theatre rooms as they pick up a lot of glare. So I went with the LCD.

Spec wise, the biggest decision is the refresh rates. The higher ones are definitely better. I watched a 120hz tv for a while and you could really see the difference. Someone compared it to a soap opera, and its true it has that weird "look" to it.

But the 60hz tvs were just fine with me, its still a nice clear picture. Once you get that 60hz tv home, unless you are watching it side by side with a 120 or a 240, you will like it just the same.

Also you really can't be sure about a tv until you bring it home and set it up, so as long as you don't mind packing and unpacking a few tv's, those 30 day return policies are your friend.