- Matching (Score)
- Our verdict
- Competing TVs
- TV appearance
- Where to buy
- Contrast and black detail
- HDR effect quality
- Factory color reproduction
- Color reproduction after calibration
- Smoothness of tonal transitions
- Image scaling and smoothness of tonal transitions
- Blur and motion smoothness
- Console compatibility and gaming features
- Input lag
- Compatibility with PC
- Viewing angles
- TV efficiency during daytime
- TV features
- Apps
- Playing files from USB
- Sound
- Details about the matrix
Philips MLED920 / MLED910 Review
MLED920 / MLED910
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Panel type: LCD VA Refresh rate: 144Hz Brand: PHILIPS Resolution: 3840x2160 System: Titan OS Model year: 2025
The year 2025 is undoubtedly the time for mid-range and cheaper mini-LEDs – manufacturers are launching them one after another, and every brand wants to prove that their take on this technology is the best. In this jungle of new releases, Philips adds its model MLED920, which aims to win over the hearts (and wallets) of those looking for good equipment on a moderate budget. And here begins the most interesting question – does the MLED920, aside from the Philips trademark Ambilight, have enough advantages to realistically compete with the competition? Is the light emanating from the back of the casing truly capable of dispersing our doubts about the compromises typical of this price segment?
PHILIPS MLED920 - Our verdict
6.5
Overall rating
Philips MLED920 is a natural continuation of last year’s PML9000 model, but it’s not a rehash. It’s clear that the manufacturer has done their homework – primarily, the local dimming algorithms have been improved, which last year could really spoil the viewing experience. Now, black levels and contrast are definitely better, and combined with Dolby Vision here, even HDR content looks quite decent. The picture can sometimes shine where it should, and it doesn’t strain the eyes in more challenging scenes. Undoubtedly, the greatest asset of the MLED920 is its unique Ambilight system. The three-sided backlighting can give films and games a whole new atmosphere – it’s as if the screen is extending beyond its boundaries, and the whole room becomes part of the viewing experience. This is something that will be appreciated not only by movie buffs but also by gamers, who, in addition to the lights, get a full set of features typical of modern gaming TVs: 144 Hz, VRR, ALLM, and Dolby Vision Gaming. In this regard, Philips has a lot to offer. But. Well, there’s a big but – this is where we reach the most difficult part of this verdict – it’s still a dual-purpose device. On one hand, we have strong picture quality and the unique Ambilight feature, on the other, there are hardware limitations that are hard to ignore. Titan OS in its current form is a big hindrance, full of bugs and shortcomings that make the TV lag behind the competition. Added to this is the price, which is by no means low for the features offered. Therefore, it’s hard to recommend it unequivocally to everyone. However, if you’re looking for Philips' brightest screen at a reasonable price, with Ambilight, a full set of features for gamers, and basic apps – the MLED920 will be quite a good choice.
Advantages
Solid black and high contrast thanks to mini-LED backlighting
HDR brightness reaching 700–800 nits in real movie scenes
Support for multiple HDR formats including Dolby Vision and HDR10+
Ambilight – an element that adds atmosphere, especially in the evening
A lot of supported audio formats: DTS:X, Dolby Atmos, Dolby True HD 7.1
144 Hz panel with support for VRR, ALLM, and Dolby Vision Gaming
Loud sound (up to 88 dB)
Illuminated remote
Disadvantages
Titan OS is quite underdeveloped – there are significant errors and missing features in the applications
Few user-friendly features
Hybrid infrared remote
Issues with the smoothness of tonal transitions in dark scenes
The television is not suitable (aside from gaming) for working with a PC – strong dithering and poor readability of fonts, especially coloured ones and on dark backgrounds
Movies and series in UHD quality6.4
Classic TV, YouTube6.8
Sports broadcasts (TV and apps)6.9
Gaming on console8.5
TV as a computer monitor4.0
Watching in bright light5.5
Utility functions5.5
Apps6.7
Sound quality6.2
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PHILIPS MLED920 - Competing TVs in this price range
PHILIPS MLED920 - TV appearance
HDMI inputs: 0 x HDMI 2.0, 4 x HDMI 2.1 (48Gbps) Outputs: Toslink (Optical audio), eARC (HDMI), ARC (HDMI), Mini-Jack (Headphones) Network Interfaces: Wi-Fi 2.4GHz, Wi-Fi 5GHz, Ethernet (LAN) 100Mbps
Build quality: BuildQuality-Good
Stand type: Legs
Bezel colour: Graphite
Stand: Fixed
Flat design: No
Accessories: Stand
The Philips MLED920 makes a good impression at first glance. Its slim bezels and metal legs provide elegance, and when the screen is turned off, there is a "borderless" effect that makes the overall design look light and modern. However, just taking a look from the side or the back reveals a different side of this model – the construction is solid but quite bulky, lacking the finesse found in more expensive TVs. However, this isn't a flaw that detracts from the enjoyment of using it. After all, we spend most of our time looking at the screen from the front, and from this perspective, the MLED920 holds up pretty well. Completing the experience is the Ambilight system, a solution that has distinguished Philips for years. Here we have a three-sided version – the light spills out to the sides and top of the wall, optically enlarging the screen and adding atmosphere during movies, concerts, or matches. It is Ambilight that makes it so that even when the TV is turned off, it still remains more than just a black rectangle in the living room. It gives it character and makes it hard to confuse it with any other model on the market.
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PHILIPS MLED920 - Contrast and black detail
7.9/10
Local dimming function: Yes, number of zones: 144 (12 x 12)
Result
298,900:1
Result
38,500:1
Result
23,950:1
Result
16,850:1
Result
8,000:1
Visibility of details in the lights:
Philips MLED920 in the 55-inch version that we had the opportunity to test uses a high-contrast VA panel. The panel itself is one thing, but the real standout feature of this model is the mini-LED backlighting. This largely determines how black and contrast look – and it must be said that Philips has taken a big step forward compared to the models from 2024, where the local dimming algorithms performed just average. In this new version, it is significantly better, and the contrast presented by the MLED920 can truly surprise in a positive way. At times, it even approaches the level known from the best LCD TVs on the market – blacks can be deep, the image gains a three-dimensional quality, and viewing experiences in a dark room leave a great impression. Of course, as with any mini-LED TV, this is not an image completely free of compromises. With a large number of small elements on the screen, the local dimming algorithms can sometimes get confused – at times dimming details more than we would like and other times brightening the background, resulting in slight, light blue halos around objects (the so-called halo effect). Despite these imperfections, we must emphasize that black and contrast are truly strengths of the Philips MLED920 and definitely one of the reasons to consider it in the mid-range segment.
Halo effect and black detail visibility:
PHILIPS MLED920 - HDR effect quality
5/10
Supported formats: HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG Color gamut coverage: DCI P3: 89.9%, Bt.2020: 65.6%
Luminance measurements in HDR:
Result
722 nit
Result
177 nit
Result
775 nit
Result
131 nit
Result
677 nit
Philips MLED920 in our measurements in static tests even reached around 900 nits, which for a mid-range model is quite an impressive result. In practice, this translates to a lot of satisfaction during viewing – in scenes rich in bright light, such as the first, third, or fifth test patterns, the screen was able to generate around 700 nits, which is sufficient to feel the real "HDR effect". However, it cannot be denied that the limited number of backlight zones and the typical mini-LED compromises in dimming algorithms reveal their flaws in more demanding scenes. In sequences with small light sources – like the moon or a scene from the film Sicario 2 – the television clearly prioritises maintaining deeper blacks at the expense of the brightness of these small elements. For most viewers, this is still a reasonable compromise, as the dark background looks much better, although it should be noted that the details themselves may not dazzle with intensity. The question of colours also leaves a bit to be desired. Although the employed PFS filter (the equivalent of quantum dots known from QLEDs) does its job and the colours appear quite vibrant, the coverage of the DCI-P3 colour space reaches "only" 90%. In everyday viewing, this will be sufficient, but in extremely colourful productions – like the latest Disney animations – one can notice that some tones are not as vivid as they could be in other constructions.
Scene from the movie “Pan” (about 2800 nits)
Scene from the movie “Billy Lynn” (about 1100 nits)
Our viewing experience can be summed up like this: the picture was quite decent, though there's no denying it – it still falls quite short of perfection. The colours were noticeably boosted, which at first glance might be appealing, but in practice led to many special effects losing their charm. The sun in the film Mr and the fireworks in Billy Lynn appeared too flat, lacking the depth and naturalness we expected from a mini-led TV. Looking at the dry measurements, we hoped that Philips would make a step forward in adapting the picture to various film productions and eliminate some of the issues seen in last year's models. Unfortunately, the final result was quite disappointing. The improvement is minimal, and the feeling of dissatisfaction remains significant.
HDR luminance chart:
HDR luminance
When comparing HDR10 and Dolby Vision on the Philips MLED920, the difference is clear and hard to miss. In films such as Pan or Billy Lynn, it was immediately noticeable that the television struggles with adapting the image in the static HDR10 format. The dimming and tone-mapping algorithms seem to lose their way here, resulting in a flat effect that lacks the "energy" of HDR productions. Fortunately, the MLED920 supports Dolby Vision, which is a standard based on dynamic metadata that takes over some of the workload from the television. This means the device doesn’t have to "guess" how to render specific scenes – it receives ready-made instructions. As you can see, the end result is quite strong. The same clip in Dolby Vision looks completely different: colours are more saturated, contrast is deeper, and details in highlights and shadows are definitely more visible. One could even say that Dolby Vision is a lifeline for the MLED920, allowing the television to showcase its full potential.
Static HDR10
Dynamic: Dolby Vision
Factory color reproduction
5/10
Like every Philips TV we've tested, the MLED920 was primarily assessed in Filmmaker mode – the so-called "most honest" mode, designed for films and to faithfully convey the intentions of the creators. Indeed, in terms of colour accuracy, it performs best among all the modes available on the TV, but it is not without flaws. The first thing that stands out is the white balance. The image has a slight tendency towards purple-pink tones, giving it a somewhat unnatural character. However, an even bigger problem turned out to be what we mentioned earlier – image clipping. Just looking at the gamma or EOTF charts reveals that the line deviates significantly from the norm, dropping below a value of 1.8. In practice, this means "bleeding" of the brightest whites, where the image becomes almost milky. Fortunately, most of these issues can be corrected – the MLED920 responds to calibration, and with a few adjustments, image quality can be significantly improved.
Color reproduction after calibration
7.5/10
After calibration, we managed to largely tame the white balance – to the extent that the average viewer will not be able to detect colour inaccuracies. The characteristic pink-purple glow that previously disrupted the naturalness of the image has also disappeared. The colour palette has been organised, and the colours appear more cohesive and neutral. The gamma in SDR content looks really good after calibration – there’s no sign of the earlier “bleeding” effect in bright scenes. The image has become more contrasty and free from the milky effect that previously severely affected the viewing experience. In the case of HDR content, the improvement is also noticeable, although here it is still evident that the television goes “its own way”. The EOTF curve cannot be fully adjusted, as Philips simply does not offer tools for precise control of this parameter in its settings. In many films, the television still exposes the image “in its own way”. Despite these limitations, calibration has brought a lot of good – the majority of colour inaccuracies have been minimised and the overall image balance has significantly improved. However, one must remember that certain barriers arise from the very hardware construction and simply cannot be overcome.
PHILIPS MLED920 - Smoothness of tonal transitions
6.5/10
The fluidity of tonal transitions in the Philips MLED920 is not its strongest suit. In our tests, we quickly noticed that the television has noticeable issues in darker scenes – examples include segments from the film The Green Knight or test grey palettes. There, you can see characteristic banding of colours and too harsh transitions between shades, which can be quite noticeable in productions with a darker aesthetic. Fortunately, the situation looks better in brighter scenes – there, the image presents smoothly and without significant artifacts.
Image scaling and smoothness of tonal transitions
7/10
Smooth transition function
Image without overscan on the SD signal
The manufacturer has equipped this model with several features that improve signal quality, and although we usually approach such “enhancers” with caution, here they prove to be really helpful. The key option is called “distortion reduction” – it works best at a medium level because, on one hand, it effectively smooths out unwanted steps and colour transitions, and on the other, it doesn’t excessively cut details, meaning the image still looks natural.
It’s a bit worse when it comes to upscaling. Lower quality materials – such as the test video with the model – appeared soft and lacking sharpness. Of course, it can be partially adjusted with the sharpness slider in the menu, but the result still falls short compared to what competitors offer at a similar price. Philips still needs to work on this aspect because, in light of the successful improvement of tonal transitions, the upscaling simply comes off weak.
PHILIPS MLED920 - Blur and motion smoothness
7.8/10
Maximum refresh rate of the panel: 144Hz
Film motion smoothing option: Yes
Blur reduction option: Yes
BFI function 60Hz: No
BFI function 120Hz: No
Philips MLED920 features a 144 Hz panel, which immediately suggests that we shouldn’t complain about motion smoothness. And indeed – for a VA panel, the motion blur is relatively low here, and while you can sometimes notice slight issues on darker backgrounds, they’re not something that will catch the eye of most people during regular viewing.
A big plus is also the presence of a motion smoother called “Motion Style.” It allows you to adjust the smoothness to your own preferences – if someone prefers a more “theatrical,” almost television-like character of the image, they can increase the sliders, and if they want to maintain the natural “judders” of a cinematic frame, they just need to set lower values. This way, everyone can find a happy medium.
Blur (native resolution, maximum refresh rate):
Smużenie (4K@144Hz):
PHILIPS MLED920 - Console compatibility and gaming features
9.8/10
- ALLM:
Yes
- VRR:
Yes
- VRR range:
48 - 144Hz
- Dolby Vision Game Mode:
Yes
- Correct implementation of HGIG:
Yes
- 1080p@120Hz:
Yes
- 1440p@120Hz:
Yes
- 4K@120Hz:
Yes
- Game bar:
Yes
For gamers, the Philips MLED920 is truly a complete tool. The manufacturer has taken care of everything that is now considered standard in televisions for consoles and PCs. It has ALLM, so the console automatically switches the screen to game mode, there’s VRR and a 144 Hz refresh rate that ensures smooth gameplay even in fast-paced titles. All key HDR formats are supported – including HGiG and Dolby Vision Gaming for Xbox – which means that regardless of what you’re playing and on which console, the television will be able to extract the maximum potential from the image. In everyday gaming, the Game Bar proves useful too – a relatively simple implementation by Philips, but a functional panel where you can quickly check image parameters, enable VRR, or adjust details without leaving the game. It’s not as elaborate as the competition, but it does its job without any complaints. And finally, something that sets Philips apart from the competition – Ambilight. The three-sided LED backlighting can make a huge impression in games, especially in the evening. It’s also a way to slightly 'expand' the screen and create a greater sense of immersion. And since coloured LEDs have recently become almost an essential element of a gamer’s room, the MLED920 fits perfectly into this trend.
PHILIPS MLED920 - Input lag
9.6/10
The input lag on the Philips MLED920 is really very good – in 120 Hz mode, we measured values below 10 ms, which places this model among the absolute top of LCD TVs in terms of responsiveness. Even at 60 Hz, a result of around 18 ms is fully acceptable and won't interfere with any type of gameplay. One exception is the Dolby Vision mode at 60 frames, where the latency can increase to as much as 35 ms. This is a result that may be a bit glaring for esports players, but it must be stated honestly – for most so-called "casual gamers," it will be absolutely imperceptible. Especially since we're talking about values that still allow for comfortable gaming without major compromises.
| SDR | HDR | Dolby Vision |
|---|---|---|
| 1080p60: 18 ms | 2160p60: 17 ms | 2160p60 DV: 35 ms |
| 1080p120: 9 ms | 2160p120: 9 ms | 2160p120 DV: 9 ms |
| 2160p60: 17 ms | ||
| 2160p120: 9 ms |
PHILIPS MLED920 - Compatibility with PC
4/10
Chroma 444 (maximum resolution and refresh rate): Yes
Font clarity: Average
Readability of dark text and shapes: Poor
Input lag in PC mode (4K, maximum refresh rate): 9ms
Matrix subpixel arrangement: BGR
Max refresh rate: 144Hz
G-Sync: Yes
When it comes to working with a PC, the Philips MLED920 evokes quite mixed feelings. On one hand, it looks impressive on paper – we have 144 Hz, support for G-Sync and FreeSync, so in terms of gaming on PC, the TV does not disappoint. Anyone looking for a large screen for computer games gets a solid package of features here. However, when we try to use it as a typical monitor for everyday work, its limitations quickly become apparent. The fonts do not look the best – there is noticeable strong dithering, coloured letters can be jagged, and with very dark text, there are even strange anomalies, as if the panel is losing thin lines and having trouble reproducing them correctly. In short: For PC gaming, yes. For any work and reading text: a definite no.
PHILIPS MLED920 - Viewing angles
3.2/10
Brightness drop at an angle of 45 degrees: 68%
The viewing angles on the MLED920 are classic for VA type panels – even a slight tilt from the centre causes the image to start losing colours, contrast weakens, and the overall picture becomes quite flat and less appealing. There are no miracles here. So if you’re watching films with a larger group and everyone is sitting a bit to the side, this will be slightly noticeable. On the other hand, you get what you pay for: thanks to this panel, the MLED920 can display a much deeper black than TVs with IPS panels.
PHILIPS MLED920 - TV efficiency during daytime
5.5/10
Matrix coating: Satin
Reflection suppression: Decent
Black levels during daytime: Good
Philips MLED920 performs quite well in everyday use. The satin finish on the panel effectively reduces reflections, and in most moderately sunny living rooms, it manages unwanted glare quite well. However, it's important to remember that this is not a TV that dazzles with brightness – the average value in SDR hovers around 450 nits. In very bright rooms, particularly with large south-facing windows, the screen doesn't always stand up to the intense daylight. In such situations, it's worth supporting it with even light curtains, so viewing comfort doesn't suffer too much.
Matrix brightness
Average luminance SDR
Philips MLED920 / MLED910: 421 cd/m2
PHILIPS MLED920 - TV features
5.5/10
System: Titan OS
System performance: Decent
- HDMI inputs: 0 x HDMI 2.0, 4 x HDMI 2.1 48Gbps
- Outputs: Toslink (Optical audio), eARC (HDMI), ARC (HDMI), Mini-Jack (Headphones)
- Network Interfaces: Wi-Fi 2.4GHz, Wi-Fi 5GHz, Ethernet (LAN) 100Mbps
- TV reception: DVB-T, DVB-T2, DVB-S, DVB-S2, DVB-C
Classic features:
Recording to USB (terrestrial TV): No - Recording programming: No
- Picture in Picture (PiP): No
- RF remote control (no need to aim at the screen): Infrared
- Backlit remote control: Yes
- Teletext: Yes
- Audio only mode: Yes
- Bluetooth headphones support: Yes
- Simultaneous Bluetooth headphones & TV audio: No
Smart features:
- AirPlay: Yes
- Screen mirroring (Windows Miracast): No
- Voice search: Yes
- Voice search in native language: No
- Ability to connect a keyboard and mouse: Yes
Smart TV – Titan OS
Philips MLED920 uses the proprietary Titan OS, which is just starting its adventure in the TV market and unfortunately, this is evident at every turn. On one hand, we have basic features – such as AirPlay support or the ability to mirror content from a smartphone, but on the other hand, its limitations quickly become apparent. Screen mirroring works only with a phone, but not with a laptop. Voice search? Yes, but it only works with Amazon Alexa and in languages supported by this assistant. The system operates fairly quickly, but every now and then it can "fail" and gives the impression of something that is underdeveloped and still evolving.
Classic TV Functions
Titan OS also doesn't excel in terms of classic TV functions. Aside from the hybrid remote with a numeric keypad – which is indeed backlit and thoughtfully designed in two modes, it unfortunately operates on infrared – there’s nothing here that would truly set the MLED920 apart from the competition. There’s a lack of USB recording or a PiP function, and such solutions could be useful in this class. From unusual additions, we have an analog output in the form of a jack, which allows for connecting headphones or older speakers. It’s a small nod to users who still use older equipment.
Ambilight TV
What definitely draws attention away from the shortcomings of Titan OS is the unique, three-sided Ambilight system. Here, Philips still plays in its own league and can impress those who haven't experienced this feature before. The colour backlighting that reacts to the content on the screen adds a unique atmosphere to viewing sessions and is something that the competition does not offer in a similar form. It is precisely Ambilight that is meant to ensure that other shortcomings – both system-related and functional – take a back seat.
Sound connection options
HDMI audio:
Other audio outputs:
- Toslink: Yes
- Stereo (Mini-Jack): Yes
Wireless audio:
- Bluetooth: Yes
- DTS Play-Fi: Yes
Obsługiwane formaty audio:
- Dolby Digital Plus 7.1: Yes
- Dolby True HD 7.1: Yes
- Dolby Atmos in Dolby Digital Plus (JOC): Yes
- Dolby Atmos in Dolby True HD: Yes
- DTS:X in DTS-HD MA: Yes
- DTS-HD Master Audio: Yes
Ułatwienia dla seniorów
- Numeric keyboard on TV: Yes
- Font size adjustment: Yes
- Audio description: Yes
PHILIPS MLED920 - Apps
6.7/10
PHILIPS MLED920 - Playing files from USB
8.5/10
| Maximum photo resolution: | Supported photo formats: |
|---|---|
| 4 Mpix | JPEG |
| 6 Mpix | HEIC |
| 8 Mpix | PNG |
| 10 Mpix | GIF |
| 12 Mpix | WebP |
| 16 Mpix | TIFF |
| 20 Mpix | BMP |
| 24 Mpix | SVG |
| 28 Mpix | |
| 32 Mpix |
The built-in player in the Philips MLED920 works quite well and handles most popular audio and video files without any major issues – just as you can see in our test table. So there’s no worry about typical movie or music formats. The only complaint we can have is regarding its rather selective support for photo formats and some resolutions.
PHILIPS MLED920 - Sound
6.2/10
88dB
Maximum volume
Supported codecs
(TV speakers)
Dolby Digital Plus 7.1
Dolby True HD 7.1
Dolby Atmos in Dolby Digital Plus (JOC)
Dolby Atmos in Dolby True HD
DTS:X in DTS-HD MA
DTS-HD Master Audio
The sound in the Philips MLED920 is probably not the element that will impress you the most. It sounds fairly flat, lacking depth and clearer bass, which means movies or concerts don't have that extra layer of immersion that a better audio system can provide. However, it must be said that the volume is at a really decent level – the TV can ramp up to even 88 decibels. A big plus of the MLED920 is not so much the sound quality itself, but the support for audio formats. Philips has ensured compatibility with virtually all the major standards, including Dolby Atmos, DTS, and Dolby TrueHD 7.1. This means that if someone decides to connect an external soundbar or amplifier, they won't encounter any limitations and will be able to enjoy the full cinema sound.
Sound Quality Test:
Acoustic Measurements
88dBC (Max)
75dBC
PHILIPS MLED920 - Details about the matrix
Software version during testing: TPN258E_V058.002.179.041
Subpixel Structure:
Panel uniformity and thermal imaging:
Backlight Type: Mini-LED PFS LED
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