Compare: Philips PUS8500 vs Philips OLED770

Ambilight, as this is what we need to start with, is the biggest reason why it's worth buying the PUS8500. The three-sided backlighting of the television looks fantastic, especially in the evening. It creates an atmosphere, masks contrast shortcomings, and makes watching a film simply more enjoyable. Even if the black levels aren't perfect, the native VA panel offers decent performance at high contrast. Additionally, there’s quite a good input lag and several features for gamers such as ALLM and VRR. Although HDMI 2.1 and a 120Hz panel are absent, playing casually should be a pleasure. Especially since it feels responsive and without delays. Let’s also mention the full support for audio formats – both Dolby Atmos and DTS are included, so soundbar owners can also rejoice.

However, we won't sugarcoat it – this is still a budget television, and at times it’s clearly evident. The brightness is average – not weak enough to prevent viewing, but on an exceptionally sunny day, watching without curtains can be problematic. Nevertheless, in our opinion, the biggest disappointment of the PUS8560 is the Titan OS operating system. Despite the fact that the system debuted some time ago, certain functions simply refused to work – for instance, screen mirroring from a phone despite the manufacturer claiming that such a feature is present. There are fewer apps than in the competition, and the system itself operates rather clumsily. Generally, while it does have some features, it evidently lacks refinement.

Of course, this isn’t a television meant to compete with top models. But if someone is looking for something simple, with a great atmosphere provided by the Ambilight system, it is quite a fair proposition. You just have to know what to expect and accept the numerous compromises present here.

Philips OLED770 is a television that stands out primarily due to the quality of its picture – the characteristic perfect black and infinite contrast typical of OLEDs make even the most ordinary evening of watching a series feel like a small cinematic experience. After calibration, the colours gain naturalness and coherence, and details in dark scenes are separated from the lights with surgical precision. It is a screen that gives the impression of engaging with premium-class technology, even though formally it is a budget OLED in Philips' portfolio. The second pillar on which the OLED770 stands very firmly is gaming. Here, the manufacturer has really done their homework. VRR works up to 120 Hz, and we have an automatic game mode (ALLM), while input lag in standard HDR10 or SDR modes at 120 Hz can drop to 5 ms – results that will easily satisfy even the most demanding gamers. And finally, the Ambilight system – for many, it is just a gadget, but during longer sessions, it really makes a difference. The colourful LEDs behind the screen dynamically respond to what is happening in the game and can immerse you even further into the virtual world. This is precisely why one could risk stating that the OLED770 is one of the more interesting budget gaming televisions on the market.

However, not everything shines so brightly when it comes to Smart TV... TitanOS is the biggest drawback of this model. Theoretically, it has everything needed: access to applications, AirPlay support, and voice commands. In practice, however, the app list is limited, screen mirroring often does not work at all, and voice search does not support the Polish language. Additionally, the remote control, although well-designed and backlit – works via infrared, which sounds downright anachronistic in 2025. The system is supposedly fast, but it can be irritating due to errors, and instead of encouraging usage, at times it rather encourages us to turn it off. And here we come to the crux: the OLED770 is a television that works great as a screen for films and games, but not necessarily as a multimedia centre for the home. For someone who primarily uses a console, home cinema, or operator's decoder – this will be a well-chosen option. We get a fantastic picture, a full set of modern gaming functions, and of course, the proprietary AmbilightTV lighting system! But if someone is looking for a television that is meant to replace everything and be a multimedia powerhouse, it is better to look towards more expensive Philips models that offer more refined system solutions like GoogleTV.

The Philips PUS8560 in the size we tested is equipped with a VA panel. As a result, black levels – as far as LCD televisions go – can be deemed decent. And that is exactly the case with this model. Both black levels and the overall impression of contrast in the film scenes we tested were really quite good – the image does not bleed, and details are visible even in challenging sections.

But the panel alone is not everything. Unfortunately, the PUS8500 does not come with local dimming (which is a given considering the television segment), so one must be aware that in completely dark conditions, the black can resemble shades of navy more than true black. On the other hand – and here’s a plus for Philips – the Ambilight system does an excellent job. The backlighting genuinely affects the perception of contrast. Therefore, even if technically the black is not perfect, subjectively the viewing experience becomes much more pleasurable. For many people, this is enough to make an evening screening truly impressive.

In terms of black levels and contrast, the Philips OLED770 does not introduce any revolution – but with OLEDs, it would be difficult to expect one. The organic matrix allows for the complete dimming of individual pixels, which in practice gives us almost perfect black and contrast that reaches infinity. Whether we are watching night scenes in films or scenes full of small bright points, the television precisely separates details from the background. There are no halo effects or other artifacts typical of LCD televisions with local dimming. Choosing an OLED – including the 770 model – provides assurance that in this category, the picture will look stunning.

When it comes to the HDR effect on the PUS8560, it can fairly confidently be stated that it is very average. The panel brightness is around 350 nits, which we consider to be the absolute minimum for watching content in this format. However, this is not a result that will astonish a viewer searching for the best possible picture.

On the plus side, it is worth noting that the PUS8500 series – including the PUS8560/12 we tested – is advertised as a QLED television. And indeed, we can expect a wider colour spectrum here. This model is equipped with an additional filter (PFS), and a DCI-P3 colour coverage of around 90% should suffice for the majority of users. This filter works very similarly to quantum dots. As a result, the colours are quite well saturated. It is not an outstanding result, but it is entirely sufficient for watching films and series from streaming platforms.

The Philips OLED770 does not attempt to compete with the brightest OLEDs on the market, and it would be difficult to expect that, as it is the entry-level model in Philips' range for 2025. In our measurements, it reached a maximum of around 700 nits, which allows enjoyment of HDR effects in scenes where light appears sporadically – for example, in the flash of headlights or a starry sky. In such moments, the image can truly be stunning. However, it is different when there are more bright elements on the screen. The television, like many cheaper OLEDs, limits luminance in those situations, causing the entire image to noticeably dim. This was best observed in a scene from the film The Meg, where the sun comes out behind an oil rig – the brightness then dropped to around 250 nits, which is almost three times less. The HDR effect remains pleasant to the eye, but it is worth being aware that this model performs best in scenes with less intense light. Fortunately, the OLED770 has a trump card – the coverage of the DCI-P3 colour gamut is as high as 99%, so colours in films and games are vivid and very close to what the creator intended to convey.

We tested the television with the best available factory settings, namely in Film/Filmmaker mode – this is the mode we recommend for everyday viewing. Unfortunately, it is not without its flaws. Both in HD and HDR content, the image had a noticeable tendency to a pink tint, caused by an excessive amount of red and blue in the white balance. Another issue turned out to be excessive brightness in the image, which was confirmed by both the gamma chart and the EOTF curve. This feature was responsible for loss of detail and washed-out colours in more challenging HDR scenes that we mentioned earlier. The overall result led to significant colour reproduction errors – in extreme cases, the delta E value exceeded 7, while the threshold for visible errors for the human eye is around 3. This situation can be improved with calibration, and you can read about its effects below.

The first measurements already show that the factory settings of the Philips OLED770 have quite a lot to improve even in Filmmaker mode. The white balance chart clearly shows a lack of blue, resulting in a slightly yellowish tint to the image. In practice, the white is not snowy but leans towards warmer tones – which some may even appreciate, but from the perspective of accuracy, this is a deviation from the norm. The gamma, on the other hand, tends to the darker side – the average value is around 2.6 instead of the reference 2.4. In the midtones, the image appears subdued and more saturated, which may seem too "filmic," but detracts somewhat from naturalness. However, the most issues are evident in colour reproduction. The average error is relatively high, and some colours – particularly shades of grey – deviate significantly from what one should see. In everyday viewing, this means that sometimes colours may look less natural than we would like.

The Dutch manufacturer offers quite a sizable amount of settings in its products, so as usual, we decided to tinker with them a bit. The effects are immediately noticeable – we managed to correct the white balance, which made the image stop appearing excessively pink. The brightness characteristic has also been partially evened out, of course, within the limits set by the television itself. The image is no longer overly exaggerated, and the overall reception after calibration is definitely better than in the factory settings of the Filmmaker mode.

One could only critique the EOTF curve characteristic, which still indicates that the image has a tendency to brighten HDR materials. Despite our efforts, the darkest parts of scenes are still sometimes too bright, and the brightest ones do not always achieve their full contrast potential. However, it must be clearly stated that we are dealing with a typically budget construction – one cannot expect reference-level reproduction of HDR content from it.

Calibration has definitely helped this model – it improved the balance, toned down the aggressive colour palette, and brought the image closer to what one might expect from a well-configured movie mode. However, there are certain limitations that cannot be overcome.

The Philips OLED770 from the outset signalled that it harboured significant potential, but in its factory settings, it was difficult to see this fully. The picture was often too warm, and some colours appeared to have lost their naturalness along the way. Calibration, however, revealed that it is a very responsive television – it reacted to every adjustment and almost immediately unveiled another layer of its capabilities. The white balance could be set in both SDR and HDR to eliminate the yellowish tint and introduce a neutral, clear white. The gamma stabilised closer to perfection, allowing midtones to regain their naturalness, and shadows stopped being artificially darkened, perhaps even with a slight brightening effect. The result was obvious... Films were watched with greater ease; the picture had cinematic depth, but without the feeling that something was exaggeratedly darkened. However, the most interesting aspect was the work on colours. Factory errors were not dramatic but slightly noticeable – skin tones were sometimes too warm, and grey didn’t always have the shade we expected. After calibration, the error values dropped to around 2, and in many cases even below 1. This is certainly a level lower than the threshold of human perception. In other words, after correction, the colours finally "clicked" into place. Looking at the screen, we had the impression that the television had begun to speak with its full voice. Like an instrument that has finally been well tuned.

The PUS8560 handles colour transitions into smooth gradients very well. During tests, the image appeared coherent and natural, and serious issues with tonal transitions occurred only in very dark scenes – for example, in a shot with red water, where subtle cuts between colours could be noticed. However, these are rather exceptions that do not spoil the reception of most content. It is worth mentioning another phenomenon that more significantly affects the quality of the image – the so-called dithering, which refers to a slight "tingling" visible on uniform backgrounds. This effect can be particularly noticeable in high-quality materials and can somewhat spoil the impression of image clarity. It is for this flaw that we deducted some points in our evaluation.

In this category, there is a clear improvement compared to last year's Philips models. The OLED770 handles colour gradation significantly better, and strongly visible transitions or artificial bands appear less frequently than before. Interestingly, we achieved the best results in dark scenes – where most televisions, especially those with WOLED panels, tend to struggle the most. A good example is the shot of an actor floating in red water – the transition from intense red to black looks nearly perfect here, without the typical "stair-stepping." The situation is somewhat worse in bright parts of the image. With extremely bright gradients, especially close to white, the television struggles to maintain smoothness. This can be observed in a scene from the film Kingsman, where subtle sunrise bands appear in the background of a bright sky with the sun instead of a smooth blur. Fortunately, these are relatively rare situations, and in everyday viewing, the OLED770 performs very solidly and does not disrupt immersion as was the case with last year's models.

Philips PUS8560 offers a function for reducing posterization, hidden under the name "distortion reduction". And although it indeed fulfills its role by smoothing out problematic tonal transitions, it works a bit too broadly. In practice, it affects not only colourful gradients but also softens faces, the textures of clothing, and the surfaces of furniture. This compromises the authenticity of the image – especially in films where natural texture is very important. However, if someone is looking for smoothing at all costs, it's best to set this option to "Low". For cinema image enthusiasts – we definitely do not recommend it.

On the positive side, the quality of upscaling older materials is noteworthy – the PUS8560 model handles them surprisingly well. The image retains its natural softness, without artificially boosted sharpness. It is also worth mentioning that the television correctly displays content with very low resolution, avoiding issues with image edge cutting (so-called overscan).

The issue of the aforementioned colour banding can largely be mitigated thanks to the 'distortion reduction' feature, which is an algorithm for smoothing tonal transitions in Philips. It performs best at a low setting – effectively eliminating unwanted colour bands while not introducing strange artefacts or losing image detail. This is one of those features that is truly worth leaving switched on.

The situation is somewhat worse regarding upscaling. The image from a lower resolution can be too soft, while in some areas, characteristic 'jaggies' appear. The impression is that the algorithm is trying to reconcile two conflicting directions – smoothing and sharpening – and ultimately fails to find a happy medium. As a consolation, it can be added that the television has no issues with overscan, meaning it does not cut off the edges of the image, which sometimes occurs in other competing models.

The Philips PUS8560 is a television equipped with a panel featuring a refresh rate of 60 Hz, which immediately limits its capabilities in terms of displaying dynamic content. Watching sports or playing on a console is not particularly enjoyable. The situation is further worsened by the lack of any option to improve the smoothness of films. In the menu, we won't find settings that would allow us to enable a motion smoother or even a slight motion smoothing for films recorded at 24 frames per second. You can imagine the effect. The image can appear jerky, especially in shots with panoramic camera movements.

The issue of the matrix in the Philips OLED770 is not entirely straightforward. The manufacturer claims a 120 Hz panel, but our measurements showed that the screen can accept a 4K signal even at 144 Hz. That sounds like great news – after all, who wouldn't want an additional mode for PC gamers at this price? However, the reality turned out to be more complex. With 120 Hz content, the television behaves like most OLEDs – the image is absolutely clear, with no trace of ghosting or blurring, making it perfect for both dynamic games and sports broadcasts. The problem only arises at 144 Hz. Unlike models with official support for this frequency, here you can observe the phenomenon known as frame skipping. This means that the television cannot display all the frames – some are skipped, causing motion to lose smoothness, and double contours appear on the screen. The effect resembles the operation of the BFI function, which Philips does not offer in this model anyway.

Although the Philips PUS8560 is not designed with gamers in mind, the manufacturer has decided to equip it with a few features that may prove useful when connecting a console. On board, we find automatic switching to game mode (ALLM), as well as a simple connection status information bar – the so-called Game Bar. It does not make a particularly strong visual impression, but it serves its purpose. The presence of variable refresh rate (VRR), operating in the range of 48 to 60 Hz, may come as a surprise. While this is not a wide range, in the case of less demanding games or titles with unstable frame rates, VRR can help reduce screen tearing. However, this is the only element that could be considered beyond the minimum.

It must be made clear that the PUS8560 is not equipment for gamers looking for a responsive screen and full support for modern console features. It lacks HDMI 2.1 ports, the refresh rate is limited to 60 Hz, and the response time of the panel is not among the fastest. This model may be suitable at most for casual gamers who want to enjoy the Ambilight system.

If someone is looking for a television for gaming, the Philips OLED770 is a contender that is hard to ignore. The mere fact that we have an OLED here provides an excellent starting point – perfect black and infinite contrast make evening sessions in atmospheric games look as if they were lifted straight from the cinema. On top of that, there is the Ambilight system, which consists of LEDs on the back of the television that extend the image onto the wall behind the screen. The effect is such that even playing FIFA can look like a small spectacle, and in horror games the atmosphere becomes truly thick. From a technical standpoint, it's also quite decent. The Philips OLED770 supports variable refresh rate (VRR) up to 120 Hz, has an automatic mode for gamers (ALLM), and if someone is using an Xbox Series X, they can also count on Dolby Vision support in games. One must only know that in this mode the input lag is slightly higher than standard, though still at an acceptable level. As a bonus, we get the “Game Bar” panel, which is a special tool bar for gamers. It isn’t the most conveniently designed solution, but it allows you to check key parameters without leaving the game. Overall, this results in a television that, on one hand, has all the essential gaming features, and on the other, can add something unique – Ambilight. And it is this mix of technology and visual effect that makes the OLED770 one of the better screens for gaming at home.

The input lag on the PUS8560 is very good. When we previously mentioned that this screen is rather for the "casual gamer," there is nothing to be ashamed of in this regard – even when compared to screens aimed at gamers. Results around 12 ms are truly outstanding, allowing for an enjoyable responsive gameplay experience. It doesn't matter whether we are playing in Full HD or 4K – the lag remains equally low, so if you value a quick response time, the PUS8560 will definitely not disappoint in this aspect.

As we mentioned earlier, the only anomaly that was detected during testing is the Dolby Vision Gaming mode. In this setting, the delay can reach up to 30 ms. This is not particularly impressive, and more demanding gamers may wrinkle their noses, but in practice – during casual sessions – the difference will not be strongly noticeable. Standard HDR10 and SDR modes perform much better. For a 120 Hz signal, input lag drops here to a minimal 5 ms, which is an outstanding result and places the OLED770 among the top televisions suitable for fast-paced gaming. In other words, if someone is not insistent on using Dolby Vision on Xbox, the gaming experience will be quick, smooth, and free of unnecessary delays!

When it comes to working with a PC on the PUS8560, it looks... quite strange. Chroma 4:4:4 is present in "Monitor" mode, but there is a problem with grey fonts – not all subpixels are lit, which results in the text appearing jagged. On the other hand, in "Game" mode – chroma 4:4:4 disappears, but the grey fonts look correct. In practice, we are therefore forced to juggle settings if we want to have perfectly readable text at all times. And what about gaming on the computer? Our opinion remains the same as for consoles – it is doable, but without fireworks. There is no variable refresh rate for G-SYNC graphics cards, and the refresh rate itself remains relatively low. However, we can once again highlight the very low input lag, which saves the situation in dynamic games.

Philips has learned from previous models and has finally improved the implementation of chroma 4:4:4. This is important news for those planning to connect a television to a computer, as it means no issues with sharpness and readability of fonts. Text appears clear and transparent, so the OLED770 can aptly be called an excellent screen for office work or browsing the internet. Of course, very demanding users may notice some imperfections resulting from the WRGB pixel arrangement typical of WOLED panels, but in practice, this does not significantly impact comfort. The television also performs well in games run from a PC. The panel allows for real refresh rates up to 120 Hz, and with low input lag, it delivers a very smooth image without noticeable stuttering. The only missing features are support for G-Sync and – as we have mentioned – a proper 144 Hz mode, but despite this, the overall performance is really solid. For those looking for a versatile screen for both computer and console use, the OLED770 is a choice that is hard to overlook.

The viewing angles on the PUS8560 are precisely what one would expect from a VA panel - it's not the best. The image loses quality even with a slight shift off-axis – colours become washed out and black begins to resemble a dark navy. This is, of course, the price paid for the better contrast that VA offers when viewed directly. In the case of our 55-inch model, this is still acceptable, especially if the television is positioned perfectly opposite the sofa. However, with larger screen sizes or a less central placement in the living room – it could become a problem for comfortable viewing.

In terms of viewing angles, the Philips OLED770 presents a very high level typical of OLEDs. The image remains clear and vibrant even when viewing the screen from the side – there is virtually no noticeable drop in contrast or colour fading. In this category, it is only surpassed by QD-OLED panels, which can be found either in very expensive premium models or in one exceptional case – the 55-inch Samsung S85F. However, in everyday use, the differences are difficult to detect, and the OLED770 performs nearly perfectly anyway. It is only at truly extreme angles that a slight degradation of colours can be noticed.

The PUS8560 performs moderately during the day. The satin matrix coating quite effectively dampens reflections, which means that light from windows or lamps does not interfere too much. The blacks also look decent for a VA panel – even in daylight, there are no significant losses in contrast. However, all the charm fades when it gets really bright. The panel's brightness is around 300 nits, which is definitely too little to speak of full comfort in a heavily lit room. In such conditions, the PUS8560 simply needs to be aided by blinds – otherwise, the image begins to look rather pale.

OLED770 is not one of the brightest televisions, so it is hard to recommend it for very sunny living rooms. In a bright room, its limitations quickly become apparent – the screen reflects light and acts rather like a slightly dimmed mirror. The suppression of reflections is average, and in direct light, the screen performs poorly. Fortunately, the matrix coating does not distort colours, so even during the day, the hues remain natural, and blacks do not dramatically lose their depth. Nevertheless, it is difficult to say that the OLED770 is a television made for bright spaces – it will definitely perform better in a dimmed living room or a bedroom, where its strong points can fully resonate.

Classic TV Features:

If you are looking for a television that "works" in the most basic sense – the PUS8560 will fulfil that role. In terms of classic features, we have a rather minimalist set. On the plus side, there is an electronic programme guide (EPG), teletext, a backlit remote control with a classic numeric keypad, and a headphone jack input. It sounds a bit like a dream set for seniors – and there is some truth to that. However, it must be stated clearly: this is a television with very limited capabilities. We will not find recording functions from DVB tuners to USB here, nor is there a PiP mode or other conveniences known from more expensive models.

Smart TV:

How does the SmartTV perform on the PUS8560? Well, this is where it gets a bit more complicated. The PUS8560 runs on the Titan OS, which in this particular implementation posed significant problems. Some features, although present "on paper," simply did not work. For example: Wireless screen mirroring functions, such as Chromecast or Miracast – we tried to activate them from several different phones and laptops… without success. Perhaps this will be fixed in the future, but at the time of testing – it did not work. Additionally, the system's speed left much to be desired – switching between applications or home screens was simply slow. A considerable portion of the menu functions seems to be well hidden in the depths of a poorly organised system. To make matters worse, the library of available applications is quite limited. Even though the situation with applications is better than last year, it is still far from ideal. The situation tries to be salvaged by a modern remote – slim, elegant, backlit, and really well made. Unfortunately, it operates on classic infrared, so you have to aim it at the screen. The only exception is voice control, which works via Bluetooth… it’s just a pity that it doesn’t support Polish.

User Functions

Let’s start with the basics, namely the classic functions of a television. The Philips OLED770 doesn’t rock the boat here; it has a standard EPG interface, the ability to connect devices via Bluetooth, and a few simple configuration options, including teletext. A curiosity is the presence of a jack connection, which has become quite rare these days. However, it will be appreciated by owners of older amplifiers or wired headphones. The remote control gives a good impression—it's ergonomic and has backlighting for the numeric keypad—but here too, there is a sense of a step back. It operates on infrared, so you have to aim at the television, and we would expect full wireless support by 2025. The exception is voice commands that use Bluetooth, but even here there is no cause for euphoria.

SmartTV Features – TitanOS

Speaking of voice, let’s move on to the Smart TV system, which largely defines the daily comfort of using a television today. Here, the OLED770 clearly falls behind the competition. TitanOS operates quickly enough that it’s hard to call it a disaster, but everyday use can be frustrating due to minor errors and shortcomings. Theoretically, we get support for AirPlay, but on the other hand, screen mirroring didn’t work at all in practice. Voice search? Yes, but only through Amazon Alexa and without support for the Polish language. In other words, the features exist, but when we try to use them, their utility turns out to be severely limited, even useless. And it is the Smart TV aspect that becomes the biggest hindrance for the OLED770. The picture can be breathtaking, gaming performs excellently, and Ambilight creates a unique atmosphere—yet when we move to everyday use of applications and services, we feel a sense of dissatisfaction.

Ambilight – Philips OLED770

While in terms of smart functionality, the Philips OLED770 is rather average, it has something in store that the competition genuinely envies. We are of course talking about the three-sided Ambilight system, which has been a hallmark of televisions from this brand for years. The LED lights positioned at the back of the casing dynamically illuminate the wall in colours matching what is currently happening on the screen. The effect is simple but very suggestive—the image seems to extend beyond the confines of the television, giving us the impression that the screen has suddenly grown by extra inches. During a film viewing, it can create an atmosphere, in games it enhances immersion, and during everyday television watching, it simply pleases the eye. It is this addition that makes, despite the limitations of TitanOS, the OLED770 have something that can attract attention and give it character.

The PUS8560 handles the playback of most popular video and audio formats from a USB memory stick without any major issues, so there’s no point in detailing the compatibilities one by one. In everyday use, it should simply work – and it does. The only thing worth noting is the handling of images. Although the television easily recognises popular file extensions, there are instances when some images simply do not display when the graphic files have very high resolutions. This may not be a huge problem, but it’s good to keep it in mind, especially if we want to view photographs straight from the camera. Apart from that, the PUS8560 shouldn’t pose any significant issues with playing files from USB.

The built-in media player in the Philips OLED770 works quite well, especially when it comes to subtitles – practically every format we tried was handled correctly, which will certainly please those watching films from their own library. However, there are some reservations regarding photo support. Not all resolutions are recognised, which may surprise users accustomed to viewing photographs from classic cameras or older memory cards. Other than that, everything works properly – it’s just worth ensuring that the television can manage the files we actually want to play on it.

The television sounds quite pleasant and can confidently be regarded as having sufficient sound levels for most users – both for watching everyday programmes and for an evening viewing of a series. Moreover, a pleasant surprise is that even in this budget-friendly series, Philips has chosen to acquire licenses for full audio formats such as Dolby Atmos and DTS. This is great news for owners of home cinemas and soundbars, as it means full compatibility and no need to "fiddle around" with connecting external devices.

In terms of sound, the Philips OLED770 performs quite well, although one shouldn’t expect strong bass. For regular television watching, streaming services, or series, its capabilities are fully sufficient – dialogues are clear, and the overall tonal balance is at a decent level. However, when we want to feel a real impact in cinematic productions or games, it quickly becomes apparent that there is a lack of solid low-end frequencies. In such a situation, a natural complement is an additional soundbar or audio system that allows you to make the most of the excellent picture.

On the plus side, versatility in handling formats is noteworthy. The OLED770 handles practically all popular codecs, including Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, and Dolby TrueHD. This means that when connecting external audio equipment, you can expect a full audio experience, even if the built-in speakers in the television do not create a spectacular impression.

Philips PUS8500 vs Philips OLED770

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