2021 ranking of the best TV manufacturers

Just a few decades ago, choosing a TV was quite simple - the main difference was the size of the screen diagonal. Today, manufacturers compete with each other, offering customers models with different functionality and display technologies. The 2021 ranking of TV manufacturers is designed to help determine which brand of TV is the best and most reliable at present.

Sony

pros

• image quality
• good build
• set of modern technologies

Minuses

• high price
• Product warranty is only 1 year
• presence of advertised but useless functions

The Japanese brand “Sony” is one of the most famous manufacturers of household appliances in Russia since the times of the USSR. He still heads the top TV brands for purchase in our country. This brand is famous, first of all, for its excellent quality and pleases those buyers who are willing to pay a good price for it.

In 2021, Sony released the first models with OLED technology based on organic light-emitting diodes, which immediately gained their fans. Currently, the cost of such TVs is quite high due to the need to purchase matrices from other companies and the traditional markup for a popular brand.

Sony has a line of budget TVs. Among them, it is worth choosing models whose cost exceeds 25 thousand rubles. The advantages of such TVs include the presence of the SmartTV function. They have a weak processor, no Full HD and a standard scanning frequency of 50 Hz. Competitors offer more interesting solutions for the same price.

Forgotten Legends

Unfortunately, not all companies were able to successfully survive the passing of the era of CRT televisions. Someone refocused on producing liquid crystal models, but at the same time lost most of their popularity. Others disappeared completely, unable to even sell their brand. For example, products under the Rubin brand are becoming less and less common on the shelves.

But these are one of the few televisions assembled in Russia. Devices called HORIZONT are sold in slightly larger quantities. As you might have guessed, these are the famous “Horizons” of the past, produced by a Belarusian enterprise. Interestingly, some devices have a 4K display, as well as a Smart TV function on Android.

Hitachi can also be considered a half-forgotten legend. This Japanese company now produces a wide variety of products - from screwdrivers to excavators. However, she is practically not interested in LCD TVs. In 2012, the company decided to leave this market, selling the rights to produce television equipment under its brand. The new owners are more successful - it’s not without reason that the range of Hitachi TVs is constantly expanding.

Finally, we can remember about JVC. Many Russians at one time had a VCR made by this company. And someone was lucky enough to use a video camera. Unfortunately, JVC did not survive the onset of the digital era - the company almost went bankrupt, and management had to sell it to Kenwood.

However, the brand has not disappeared - the new owner uses it to produce and sell televisions, while automotive electronics continue to be distributed under the Kenwood brand.

Samsung

pros

• large range of models
• high-quality SmartTV function
• Availability of image enhancement technology
• voice controlled remote control

Minuses

• too bright unnatural image
• overcharge
• not very high-quality assembly at Russian factories

The list of TV brands in terms of quality continues with the Samsung brand, which fully justifies its Korean name - “three stars”. The company focuses on design - thin frames around the screen and minimal thickness. The range includes straight and curved displays.

The latest models feature proprietary “Ambient Mode” technology, which makes it possible to display screensavers, weather forecasts or news on the switched off screen.

LCD screens with S-PVA technology from Samsung have fairly deep black colors. Professional monitors used for film editing are equipped with a similar matrix. The disadvantage of the S-PVA display is the small viewing angle.

TV models are being produced with increasingly larger diagonal sizes (up to 80 inches) and QLED technology (quantum dots). New is the “One visible connection” cable, which simultaneously connects power and all other equipment to the TV.

Using the remote control, you can not only control various smart functions, but also create a real high-tech “smart” home by sending signals to video cameras and household appliances.

LG

pros

• exquisite design
• convenient SmartTV function with the ability to update
• bright colors of the image
• ideal viewing angle
• large range of models

Minuses

• no headphone jacks
• The operating system freezes due to lack of memory

– a flagship TV manufacturer – never tires of delighting its fans with interesting new products. Among them is a model with a screen diagonal of 88 inches and 8K resolution with OLED organic light-emitting diode technology.

Such products remain in the elite segment of household appliances. Gradually, with the improvement of technology, their cost is decreasing and as a result, OLED screens are now built into some budget LG models.

A real revolution can be called “Nano Cell” technology (a monitor with a wide viewing angle), which makes it possible to watch the broadcast from any angle. It provides accurate color reproduction even at an angle of 60 degrees.

It is worth noting the proprietary design from LG - this is a super-thin case on an elegant tripod stand with the ability to hang the TV on the wall.

The importance of choosing the right TV

It is completely pointless to delve into the history of companies. This information can be found on Wikipedia. It is more important for users to find out what the manufacturer is like today. Is it worth buying his products?

What brand of TV should I buy? Not the easiest question. To answer this, you need to take into account the financial capabilities of the buyer. Do not forget that advertising ambitions do not always correspond to the real situation.

The list of the best brands includes mainly South Korean and Japanese companies. Not so long ago they produced budget TV, but now they are naturally considered leaders in this industry. Firstly, these companies offer an extensive lineup, which includes both flagships and budget devices. Secondly, they offer technology with advanced functionality.

Philips

pros

• price/quality combination
• large viewing angle
• convenient remote control with radio transmitter
• natural colors, nice picture

Minuses

• SmartTV freezing feature
• weak hardware
• lack of technical support and updates
• poorly designed software
• inconvenient settings menu

Products manufactured under the Philips brand belong to China. The assortment includes TV models of different price categories - from premium 4K OLED to mid-budget. Inexpensive models with high-quality images have gained maximum popularity among buyers.

The company's engineers have developed their own technology - this is the Ambilight dynamic background lighting, which can automatically adjust the color scheme.

Televisions from Philips are equipped with a matrix type with a wide viewing angle. This allows you to look at the screen from any angle. The disadvantages of the LCD monitor include high black brightness and a long response time of 5 ms.

Hyundai

pros

• high-quality assembly
• high brightness and contrast
• excellent color rendition
• large viewing angle
• affordable price

Minuses

• non-standard menu interface

Hyundai Electronics Corporation is known not only for its cars. For 12 years now, it has been among the top most popular TV manufacturers in Russia. In terms of build quality and functionality, the models of the Korean company can compete with leading manufacturers.

Hyundai TVs play many video formats. The models are produced in a strict, laconic design and discreet color scheme, suitable for any room. They are especially often purchased for the kitchen, nursery or bedroom.

A well-implemented SmartTV function based on Android OS: Skype works in conjunction with a USB webcam, quickly connects to the Internet via cable and wi-fi. Hyundai TVs allow installation of applications through the Play market and communication on social networks.

TV producing countries and their ratings

SUPRA

pros

• affordable price
• acceptable quality
• compactness
• a light weight
• easy setup
• quick response from the remote control and channel search

Minuses

• small viewing angle
• Additional speakers are needed for high-quality sound
• no digital tuner

Founded 44 years ago, it has become a global brand producing more than ten thousand models for consumers of different income levels. Products are assembled both at factories in Russia (Kaliningrad) and at factories in China and comply with international ISO standards.

A separate area is Smart TVs based on the Android 7.0 operating system, which earned the “Product of the Year” award. A fairly realistic image is achieved due to the high frame refresh rate. Users note the convenience of watching videos from external media.

Many models are equipped with a high-quality analog tuner. Supra LCD TVs are available with progressive scan and teletext. The audio system has a power of 16 W. The TV models produced generally receive positive customer reviews.

TELEFUNKEN

pros

• low cost
• long-term performance
• good management
• large viewing angles
• good brightness and color rendition
• possibility of firmware

Minuses

• mediocre hardware quality
• weak sound without additional speakers
• low functionality

has been on the market for over fifty years. During this time, the manufacturer produced many models of electrical and radio equipment. In Russia, the company's products are assembled at factories in Kaliningrad from Chinese parts.

Prices range from 8 to 40 thousand rubles for top models. The product range includes a line of mid-budget TVs. All of them have an LED-backlit screen, little functionality and are only good for watching over-the-air channels.

Televisions from this company have received good reviews on the Russian market and are recommended for purchase for the kitchen or cottage.

TOP 10 best TV companies 2021

Progress does not stand still. Every year, large companies produce several, or even several dozen, television models. It is very easy to get confused in them, especially for a non-professional who is not very well versed in modern technologies and does not follow regular updates.

But still, you can judge a lot by demand. So, which ten manufacturers' TVs are most actively purchased in 2021? Let's try to figure out this difficult issue.

Samsung

The first place in our TOP is rightfully occupied by the South Korean company Samsung - one of the best TV manufacturers on the modern market. It is its products that are most actively purchased both in our country and in many others. Which is not surprising - Samsung TVs are presented in a huge range. For example, the smallest of them have a diagonal of only 24 inches, and the largest - as much as 88! So, among them, each buyer will be able to choose a model that suits him in terms of cost, size and functionality. Experts are actively introducing the latest technologies, presenting an extensive line of 4K TVs with OLED screens that provide excellent color reproduction. Alas, it was not without its shortcomings either. Still, many Asian companies, trying to increase profits, habitually skimp on build quality.

Advantages:

• Wide selection of models.
• Introduction of modern technologies.
• Low video latency (especially important for gamers).
• Convenient and easy to learn SMART.

Flaws:

• Poor build quality - there are often cracks and gaps in the case.

LG

Another very good brand of TV, practically keeping up with the leader, and sometimes even ahead of it. The main emphasis (also South Korean) is on the middle price segment. Which, however, does not mean that premium devices are not produced. It’s nice that the price always corresponds to the quality - you definitely don’t have to overpay for a loud and carefully promoted brand. Many models have LED backlighting, creating the illusion of a huge screen. And TVs with OLED matrix do not make you dream of the best. The functionality of most devices is enormous, but there are budget TVs (including quite large ones with excellent picture quality) that are as easy as possible to learn.

Advantages:

• Large selection of relatively inexpensive models with 4K resolution.
• Unique technologies HLG, HDR, Dolby Vision.
• Huge viewing angle.
• Excellent color rendition.
• Wide model range.
• A very convenient SMART platform – WebOS.

Flaws:

• When watching high-definition videos, sometimes the image appears stuttering.

Sony

Several years ago, this Japanese company was the undisputed leader in the LCD TV market. But today, in a constant struggle, competitors managed to bypass her, which, however, does not at all mean the end of her career. The company does not focus on any one price segment. Instead, she tries to cover all niches - from budget to premium. Well, it cannot be said that they are not succeeding - the stable demand for the company’s products speaks louder than words.

Moreover, according to some experts, Sony is considered the best TV company in the 2021 ranking. One of the main advantages is the incredible realism of the image - there are no failures in color rendering, the TV seems like just a window into another world. Of course, every TV has the best picture quality available today.

However, not only engineers, but also designers work carefully on products. Each model boasts a magnificent, precisely calibrated design. So if you're looking for a sleek, thin TV, Sony won't let you down. Finally, unlike many other Asian brands, the build quality here is excellent.

Pros:

• Large selection of diagonals - from 30 to 100 inches.
• Amazingly high quality picture.
• Consistently high-quality assembly.
• Lots of proprietary technologies that are well implemented.
• Superbly crafted design.

Minuses:

• Quite a high cost.
• Infrequent software updates.

Philips

One of the reasons why Philips TVs are in such high demand is their loyalty to the budget segment. While flagships strive to improve expensive models as much as possible, this company is gradually but constantly improving cheap ones. The excellent image quality does its job - millions of people around the world prefer these inexpensive TVs. Thanks to the dynamic Ambilight backlighting available on most models, colors look amazingly rich and realistic.

However, it cannot be said that while releasing affordable TVs, Philips forgot about expensive ones. No, there are also models with a huge diagonal and 4K resolution. But this is not the first year that the main income has been generated by inexpensive models.

True, they have a weak point. In an effort to reduce costs, manufacturers use frankly outdated hardware, which competitors abandoned several years ago. So, you will have to put up with such a drawback.

Advantages:

• Good value for money.
• Surprisingly thin models.
• High contrast and clarity.
• Excellent color rendition.

Flaws:

• Not too fast Smart.
• The settings menu is often not very convenient.

Panasonic

Panasonic TVs have been in stable demand for several years. However, today manufacturers rely primarily on expensive models equipped with 4K LED screens or OLED analogues. But the budget and mid-range niches are practically forgotten - the choice is quite small. It is because of this that a huge company with a rich history is slowly losing ground, finding itself at the end of the famous manufacturers. And the available budget models cannot boast of high quality. Screens are usually small, in addition, many users of Panasonic TVs complain about a blurred picture - this is especially noticeable at dynamic prices.

Advantages:

• Large selection of 3D models.
• High reliability ensured by European assembly.
• Well thought out design.
• Convenient and simple Smart based on Firefox OS.

Flaws:

• Expensive premium models.
• Low quality budget devices.

Thompson

Once upon a time, the fame of this company (French-American, it should be noted) thundered throughout the world. But about twenty years ago it was sold to Chinese owners and since then its popularity has sharply declined. And yet Thompson TVs find their buyer. True, stars have been missing from the sky for a long time. The range is small and consists of small TVs - the diagonal ranges from 19 to 55 inches. But hotel models are quite good - inexpensive, easy to use and at the same time quite high quality. It's nice that almost any TV from this company can boast of a small thickness and surprisingly thin frames.

Advantages:

• The simplest possible controls.
• Very affordable price.
• All models have a digital tuner.
• Thin frames.

Flaws:

• Not too wide viewing angle.
• Quite slow Smart.

Supra

In terms of reliability, the TVs from this company are quite good - this is due to the fact that they are assembled by Russian-Chinese enterprises. And the price tag is very affordable - such a purchase will not put too much of a strain on your pocket, which attracts many buyers. Most TVs are not too large - from 19 to 50 inches. But there haven’t been any innovations for a long time - the company is trying to supply inexpensive and good TVs, and not turn the world upside down. The company is more focused on buyers with a small budget.

Pros:

• Low price.
• Not a bad design.
• There are TVs with and without SMART TV.

Minuses:

• Blurred image in dynamic scenes.
• The sound is often lame.

BBK

The products of this Chinese company cannot be called ideal. But still, it receives positive reviews from many users. Manufacturers have not made any major breakthroughs, but small pleasant improvements have taken place. For example, some TVs come with two remote controls - one main, large one, and the other small, with only the most frequently used buttons. The solution is simple, but very elegant.

Models with large screens are almost never produced, and the company clearly does not aim at the premium segment, contenting itself with the budget niche.

Advantages:

• Affordable price.
• Small but pleasant innovations.
• You can often find models running on Android OS.
• Stable glass legs.

Flaws:

• Not very high quality.

HARPER

This Taiwanese company was founded in 1990. It follows a proven, reliable path, producing inexpensive but high-quality televisions that do not set taste, but meet the requirements of the owners. Judging by the reviews, the color rendition is surprisingly good, which can be called an important plus. The functionality is also quite good - the developers took the most successful functions from more venerable competitors, instead of reinventing the wheel.

Advantages:

• Rich, bright colors.
• Not a high price.
• Simple settings.

Flaws:

• Lack of any innovations.
• Mediocre quality of materials.

Akai

A Japanese company that focuses on mid-segment TVs. Models are very popular when installed in hotels and other public places, as well as in kitchens. Surprisingly simple settings, good color rendition and a wide viewing angle - what else do most people need? A lot of attention was paid to the design, making it surprisingly stylish and attractive. So, these may not be the best TVs, but you definitely won’t regret this purchase. Therefore, the company fully deserves the right to close the list of best brands.

Advantages:

• Simple settings.
• Good viewing angle.
• Affordable price.

Flaws:

• Small model line.
• There are difficulties with translating instructions and software support.