# What tv are you using for modern gaming. **URL:** \ **Category:** Video Games\ **Created:** [February 27, 2019, 2:28pm UTC](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/what-tv-are-you-using-for-modern-gaming/1350 "2019-02-27T14:28:16Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![asmith906](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex036/user_avatar/www.retrogameboards.com/asmith906/32/9076_2.png) [@asmith906](https://www.retrogameboards.com/u/asmith906)\ **Post date:** [February 27, 2019, 2:28pm UTC](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/what-tv-are-you-using-for-modern-gaming/1350/1 "2019-02-27T14:28:16Z")
I’m in the market to finally upgrade my TV. I really want to go with a good hdr set. What is everyone else using and how do you like it. ---
**Author:** ![apathetic](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex036/user_avatar/www.retrogameboards.com/apathetic/32/4119_2.png) [@apathetic](https://www.retrogameboards.com/u/apathetic)\ **Post date:** [February 27, 2019, 2:36pm UTC](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/what-tv-are-you-using-for-modern-gaming/1350/2 "2019-02-27T14:36:28Z")
Hard to go wrong with the LG OLEDs if they are in your price range. Only downside is that every year they are better and better with even more advancements in the next few years. ---
**Author:** ![Peltz](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex036/user_avatar/www.retrogameboards.com/peltz/32/6142_2.png) [@Peltz](https://www.retrogameboards.com/u/Peltz)\ **Post date:** [February 27, 2019, 2:53pm UTC](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/what-tv-are-you-using-for-modern-gaming/1350/3 "2019-02-27T14:53:55Z")
Gotta go with an LG OLED. It’s what I’m going to get. The super low input lag even with HDR plus unmatched PQ makes it an easy decision. ---
**Author:** ![asmith906](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex036/user_avatar/www.retrogameboards.com/asmith906/32/9076_2.png) [@asmith906](https://www.retrogameboards.com/u/asmith906)\ **Post date:** [February 27, 2019, 3:10pm UTC](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/what-tv-are-you-using-for-modern-gaming/1350/4 "2019-02-27T15:10:17Z")
I’d love to go with an oled. But I watch a lot of news and I’m terrified of burn in. ---
**Author:** ![Peltz](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex036/user_avatar/www.retrogameboards.com/peltz/32/6142_2.png) [@Peltz](https://www.retrogameboards.com/u/Peltz)\ **Post date:** [February 27, 2019, 4:09pm UTC](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/what-tv-are-you-using-for-modern-gaming/1350/5 "2019-02-27T16:09:17Z")
Burn in really isn’t much of a concern. Even when it happens, you can’t really see it much under most viewing circumstances. I’d definitely check out [RTINGS.com](http://RTINGS.com) if I were you if you want some LED recommendations too though. They have a very thorough gaming/input lag coverage. ---
**Author:** ![cornerstone](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex036/user_avatar/www.retrogameboards.com/cornerstone/32/1281_2.png) [@cornerstone](https://www.retrogameboards.com/u/cornerstone)\ **Post date:** [February 27, 2019, 8:00pm UTC](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/what-tv-are-you-using-for-modern-gaming/1350/6 "2019-02-27T20:00:30Z")
> **[TCL 6 Series 2018 R617 Review (55R617, 65R617, 75R617)](https://www.rtings.com/tv/reviews/tcl/6-series-2018-r617)** > > The TCL 6 Series (R617/R615) is a very good 4k TV for a wide range of usages. It has good dark scene performance due to the full-array local dimming and high nat... Hard to find something better for the price ---
**Author:** ![Danexmurder](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex036/user_avatar/www.retrogameboards.com/danexmurder/32/3014_2.png) [@Danexmurder](https://www.retrogameboards.com/u/Danexmurder)\ **Post date:** [February 27, 2019, 8:29pm UTC](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/what-tv-are-you-using-for-modern-gaming/1350/7 "2019-02-27T20:29:58Z")
I’ve been very happy with my LGB6 Oled for a few years now. Motion handling leaves a bit to be desired but otherwise it’s an excellent TV. Looking forward to upgrading in the next few years to a set with BFI. ---
**Author:** ![Peltz](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex036/user_avatar/www.retrogameboards.com/peltz/32/6142_2.png) [@Peltz](https://www.retrogameboards.com/u/Peltz)\ **Post date:** [February 27, 2019, 8:52pm UTC](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/what-tv-are-you-using-for-modern-gaming/1350/8 "2019-02-27T20:52:29Z")
Surprised to hear motion handling isn’t great. I would think motion handling would be at or hear CRT level for an oled ---
**Author:** ![Danexmurder](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex036/user_avatar/www.retrogameboards.com/danexmurder/32/3014_2.png) [@Danexmurder](https://www.retrogameboards.com/u/Danexmurder)\ **Post date:** [February 27, 2019, 9:19pm UTC](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/what-tv-are-you-using-for-modern-gaming/1350/9 "2019-02-27T21:19:04Z")
Yeah, it has to do with refresh rate and sample-and-hold motion. Newer models have black frame insertion to help with motion. ---
**Author:** ![asmith906](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex036/user_avatar/www.retrogameboards.com/asmith906/32/9076_2.png) [@asmith906](https://www.retrogameboards.com/u/asmith906)\ **Post date:** [February 27, 2019, 9:47pm UTC](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/what-tv-are-you-using-for-modern-gaming/1350/10 "2019-02-27T21:47:42Z")
These are the ones I’m currently deciding between. ![download](https://canada1.discourse-cdn.com/flex036/uploads/retrogameboards/original/2X/f/f85b94916e1efc15452d23f016ed4c335061039c.png) ---
**Author:** ![Timu321](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex036/user_avatar/www.retrogameboards.com/timu321/32/25_2.png) [@Timu321](https://www.retrogameboards.com/u/Timu321)\ **Post date:** [February 27, 2019, 10:06pm UTC](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/what-tv-are-you-using-for-modern-gaming/1350/11 "2019-02-27T22:06:06Z")
None since I don’t use TVs for gaming, just my PC monitors. ---
**Author:** ![raskulous](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex036/user_avatar/www.retrogameboards.com/raskulous/32/11773_2.png) [@raskulous](https://www.retrogameboards.com/u/raskulous)\ **Post date:** [February 27, 2019, 10:13pm UTC](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/what-tv-are-you-using-for-modern-gaming/1350/12 "2019-02-27T22:13:26Z")
I use an LG UJ6300 in the 49" variety. It’s not rated very well in comparison to more expensive models, but it’s got the best ratings for input lag you can get. With less than a single frame of lag, It feels no different than my CRT for gaming as far as input lag is concerned. This TV is **FAST.** It’s just a cheap 4K model, but it’s a VA panel, so the picture is actually quite nice in person in comparison to some of the other brands in the same price range. The Samsung equivalent uses a TN style panel, and it looks absolutely grey and washed out in comparison. Would recommend it very highly if you’re looking for something on the cheap end of TVs. It’s no OLED, but it looks nice, has a nice bright picture, supports HDR, and kicks ass for gaming. > **[Input Lag of TVs](https://www.rtings.com/tv/tests/inputs/input-lag)** > > We record the lowest input lag time of which a TV is capable, the amount of lag present when motion interpolation is enabled, and the amount of lag a TV has when using our calibrated settings at different resolutions and refresh rates. ---
**Author:** ![asmith906](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex036/user_avatar/www.retrogameboards.com/asmith906/32/9076_2.png) [@asmith906](https://www.retrogameboards.com/u/asmith906)\ **Post date:** [March 1, 2019, 6:40pm UTC](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/what-tv-are-you-using-for-modern-gaming/1350/13 "2019-03-01T18:40:03Z")
I see the LG b8 oled tv is 999 on eBay. I’m super close to pulling the trigger. ---
**Author:** ![Peagles](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex036/user_avatar/www.retrogameboards.com/peagles/32/3067_2.png) [@Peagles](https://www.retrogameboards.com/u/Peagles)\ **Post date:** [March 1, 2019, 8:20pm UTC](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/what-tv-are-you-using-for-modern-gaming/1350/14 "2019-03-01T20:20:06Z")
We have this one [https://www.rtings.com/tv/reviews/sony/x930e](https://www.rtings.com/tv/reviews/sony/x930e) The top one in your list (900F) is about the equivalent of our one… An equivalent OLED would have cost about double what we paid and like some others here we didn’t want to have to worry about image retention, and want to wait for some improvements to OLED before we take the leap. The X930E is seriously bright so great for HDR. When we compared in store too it was easily the closest to an OLED of all the LED TVs. The black levels are pretty close and it get a lot brighter than most OLEDs. The 900F also has the same processor chip, so good scaling, Dolby Vision, etc. The main gripe (which doesn’t affect us) especially compared to OLED is the viewing angle. If you can, go and see them in store though. ---
**Author:** ![entremet](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex036/user_avatar/www.retrogameboards.com/entremet/32/745_2.png) [@entremet](https://www.retrogameboards.com/u/entremet)\ **Post date:** [March 19, 2019, 12:07pm UTC](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/what-tv-are-you-using-for-modern-gaming/1350/15 "2019-03-19T12:07:02Z")
Many of these modern TVs don’t have component in, which sucks. I understand the reasoning, it’s just a bummer. ---
**Author:** ![raskulous](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex036/user_avatar/www.retrogameboards.com/raskulous/32/11773_2.png) [@raskulous](https://www.retrogameboards.com/u/raskulous)\ **Post date:** [March 19, 2019, 12:48pm UTC](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/what-tv-are-you-using-for-modern-gaming/1350/16 "2019-03-19T12:48:38Z")
It’s because TV manufacturers hate fun. ---
**Author:** ![entremet](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex036/user_avatar/www.retrogameboards.com/entremet/32/745_2.png) [@entremet](https://www.retrogameboards.com/u/entremet)\ **Post date:** [March 19, 2019, 12:59pm UTC](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/what-tv-are-you-using-for-modern-gaming/1350/17 "2019-03-19T12:59:11Z")
But they have composite lol. ---
**Author:** ![Peltz](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex036/user_avatar/www.retrogameboards.com/peltz/32/6142_2.png) [@Peltz](https://www.retrogameboards.com/u/Peltz)\ **Post date:** [March 19, 2019, 1:28pm UTC](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/what-tv-are-you-using-for-modern-gaming/1350/18 "2019-03-19T13:28:02Z")
They hate good looking fun. ---
**Author:** ![Peltz](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex036/user_avatar/www.retrogameboards.com/peltz/32/6142_2.png) [@Peltz](https://www.retrogameboards.com/u/Peltz)\ **Post date:** [March 19, 2019, 1:32pm UTC](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/what-tv-are-you-using-for-modern-gaming/1350/19 "2019-03-19T13:32:00Z")
I have a Sony KDL model. 60 inches. LED 1080p. My guess is that it’s about 3 or so years old. Right after plasma died out and right before OLED prices became reasonable. It was a bad time to have a Panasonic plasma die out on me :-/ I’m actually pretty happy with the image for the most part though. I won’t likely upgrade for a while. I’ll grab a 4K screen only when Nintendo games start getting made for 4K. Then I’ll catch up on all the other 4K goodness I’ve been missing out on. I’m sorta done keeping up with the hardware rat race. And don’t mind being behind on display tech these days. It’s a big turnaround from the early 2000s when I got into AV stuff and saved up for an HDTV as a teen. I was an extremely early adopter. ---
**Author:** ![asmith906](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex036/user_avatar/www.retrogameboards.com/asmith906/32/9076_2.png) [@asmith906](https://www.retrogameboards.com/u/asmith906)\ **Post date:** [March 19, 2019, 1:59pm UTC](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/what-tv-are-you-using-for-modern-gaming/1350/20 "2019-03-19T13:59:49Z")
I ended up getting the tcl r617 Luckily I didn’t run into any banding issues. Haven’t really had the time to properly calibrate it and try out HDR. Only having 3 HDMI ports is a pain in the butt. Gotta get a switch that can pass through 4k 60. [Next page](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/what-tv-are-you-using-for-modern-gaming/1350.md?page=2)