55-inch Philips TVs – Test Rankings

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04/04/2025
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Review Philips OLED909 Main photo

Available screen sizes: 55”, 65”, 77”

Technology: WRGB OLED

Brand: PHILIPS

Verdict:

Philips OLED909 is undoubtedly a highlight of engineering from the Dutch manufacturer for 2024. When it comes to picture quality, the television delivers what you can expect from OLED technology – deep blacks and infinite contrast. Additionally, it is equipped with META technology (MLA microlenses), which significantly enhances its brightness and further improves the already excellent viewing angl...

Rating

8.1/10

Movies and series in UHD quality

8.2

Classic TV, YouTube

8.6

Sports broadcasts (TV and apps)

8.8

Gaming on console

9.5

TV as a computer monitor

6.4

Watching in bright light

5.7

Utility functions

6.7

Apps

9.6

Sound quality

8.1

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Verdict:

Philips PUS8959, also known by other designations under the abbreviation PUS89 (depending on the retail network), is a model from the popular series The One. Its biggest standout feature is the Ambilight system, which continues to make a great impression. The three-sided backlighting adjusts to the image on the screen, making films, series or games literally extend beyond the edges of the TV. The ...

Rating

6.9/10

Movies and series in UHD quality

6.6

Classic TV, YouTube

6.3

Sports broadcasts (TV and apps)

7.2

Gaming on console

8.5

TV as a computer monitor

8.0

Watching in bright light

6.1

Utility functions

6.1

Apps

6.7

Sound quality

6.4

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Review Philips PUS8359 (IPS) Main photo

Available screen sizes: 43”, 55”, 65”

Technology: LCD IPS, White LED

Brand: PHILIPS

Verdict:

Philips PUS8359 is a television that captures attention mainly thanks to its three-sided Ambilight system. The adaptive backlighting creates an impressive effect, especially in the evening – the light behind the screen adds atmosphere while watching movies and makes the interior look more interesting. It’s a really cool addition, especially if we enjoy unconventional solutions. For gamers, this mo...

Rating

5.1/10

Movies and series in UHD quality

4.4

Classic TV, YouTube

4.5

Sports broadcasts (TV and apps)

4.6

Gaming on console

6.2

TV as a computer monitor

6.0

Watching in bright light

4.3

Utility functions

5.3

Apps

6.7

Sound quality

6.1

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Review Philips PUS8209 Main photo

Available screen sizes: 43”, 50”, 55”, 65”

Technology: LCD VA, PFS LED

Brand: PHILIPS

Verdict:

The Philips PUS8209 is a model that stands out primarily due to its unique Ambilight system. The three-sided backlighting behind the television dynamically adjusts to the image, adding an exceptional atmosphere while watching movies or gaming. This solution, for which Philips is renowned, makes a difference and could be a great choice for those looking for something more unique for everyday use. I...

Rating

5.3/10

Movies and series in UHD quality

5.4

Classic TV, YouTube

6.1

Sports broadcasts (TV and apps)

4.9

Gaming on console

6.6

TV as a computer monitor

2.0

Watching in bright light

4.4

Utility functions

4.7

Apps

6.7

Sound quality

5.0

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Review Philips PUS8079 Main photo

Available screen sizes: 43”, 50”, 55”, 65”, 75”

Technology: LCD VA, White LED

Brand: PHILIPS

Verdict:

Philips PUS8079 is currently the cheapest model from the manufacturer, featuring multicolour Ambilight backlighting, which has a large following of fans. Operating on a tight budget for the device, this will certainly be a strength and a significant added value. However, when opting for such a budget, we must also consider some compromises that will be present in all TVs of this class. This televi...

Rating

4.6/10

Movies and series in UHD quality

4.3

Classic TV, YouTube

4.9

Sports broadcasts (TV and apps)

4.5

Gaming on console

6.2

TV as a computer monitor

2.0

Watching in bright light

2.6

Utility functions

4.7

Apps

6.7

Sound quality

5.1

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Review Philips PUS7009 (IPS) Main photo

Available screen sizes: 43”, 55”

Technology: LCD IPS, White LED

Brand: PHILIPS

Verdict:

Philips PUS7009 is a model that's best suited for simple, everyday use. Thanks to its IPS panel, it offers wide viewing angles, which means the picture looks good even if we're not sitting perfectly straight on. This is a device that will mainly perform well for watching television, browsing photos, or using basic applications. For gamers, the PUS7009 has a few interesting options, such as ALLM, V...

Rating

5.5/10

Movies and series in UHD quality

5.1

Classic TV, YouTube

5.3

Sports broadcasts (TV and apps)

5.4

Gaming on console

6.4

TV as a computer monitor

5.0

Watching in bright light

4.5

Utility functions

6.3

Apps

6.7

Sound quality

5.6

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Review Philips PML8709 Main photo

Available screen sizes: 55”, 65”

Technology: LCD VA, Mini-LED QLED

Brand: PHILIPS

Verdict:

Philips PML8709 is a model that stands out in the offering of the Chinese-Dutch manufacturer due to its uniqueness. Instead of the classic Philips operating system - TitanOS, we find the well-known Google TV, which provides extensive personalisation options and access to a vast library of apps. This is a television that, on one hand, entices with very good contrast, and on the other – surprises wi...

Rating

6.1/10

Movies and series in UHD quality

6.3

Classic TV, YouTube

6.6

Sports broadcasts (TV and apps)

5.6

Gaming on console

7.2

TV as a computer monitor

3.5

Watching in bright light

4.8

Utility functions

6.5

Apps

9.6

Sound quality

5.1

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Review Philips PML9009 / 9019 / 9059 Main photo

Available screen sizes: 55”, 65”, 75”, 85”

Technology: LCD VA, Mini-LED QLED

Brand: PHILIPS

Verdict:

Philips PML 9009 is the top LCD television from the manufacturer, featuring Mini LED backlighting. The device itself boasts excellent build quality, a stylish remote, and the manufacturer's exclusive multicolour Ambilight backlighting. In terms of picture quality, one could note a slight downside regarding black levels and contrast, which, to be honest, are not among the best and do not deliver as...

Rating

6.8/10

Movies and series in UHD quality

6.5

Classic TV, YouTube

6.3

Sports broadcasts (TV and apps)

6.6

Gaming on console

8.5

TV as a computer monitor

8.6

Watching in bright light

6.1

Utility functions

6.1

Apps

6.7

Sound quality

6.7

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Review Philips OLED809/819 Main photo

Available screen sizes: 48”, 55”, 65”, 77”

Technology: WRGB OLED

Brand: PHILIPS

Verdict:

Philips OLED 809 is quite a versatile television that appeals to a wide range of consumers. Its standout feature among all the TV models on the market is the multicoloured Ambilight backlighting. It often allows for even greater immersion and engagement in the world of film. What is most important in televisions—contrast, black levels, and colour reproduction—are all at a high standard, which is s...

Rating

7.6/10

Movies and series in UHD quality

7.3

Classic TV, YouTube

7.9

Sports broadcasts (TV and apps)

8.2

Gaming on console

9.2

TV as a computer monitor

6.4

Watching in bright light

5.5

Utility functions

7.9

Apps

9.6

Sound quality

7.1

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Review Philips OLED769 Main photo

Available screen sizes: 48”, 55”, 65”

Technology: WRGB OLED

Brand: PHILIPS

Verdict:

Philips OLED769 is the entry-level OLED model from the Dutch manufacturer for 2024, but don't let that mislead you. OLED769 surprises with its image quality and several interesting features. Thanks to OLED technology, the colours are truly vibrant, and the contrast is very good – deep blacks and bright lights displayed on this screen make a difference, especially when watching evening series. When...

Rating

7.3/10

Movies and series in UHD quality

7.7

Classic TV, YouTube

8.4

Sports broadcasts (TV and apps)

8.4

Gaming on console

9.2

TV as a computer monitor

7.6

Watching in bright light

4.6

Utility functions

5.7

Apps

6.7

Sound quality

6.7

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