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- Contrast and black detail
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- 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
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Panel type: LCD VA Odświeżanie: 144Hz Brand: PHILIPS Resolution: 3840x2160 System: Titan OS Model year: 2025
PHILIPS PUS9000 - Our verdict
7.0
Overall rating
Philips PUS9000 is proof that the manufacturer not only keeps a finger on the pulse but also listens carefully to its users. In the latest version of this popular series, a clear progress is visible – especially compared to the previous generation that we had the opportunity to test. The use of a VA panel has resulted in a noticeable improvement in black levels, which finally present at an acceptable level. A brightness of up to 500 nits does not disappoint even in sunlit rooms, and support for a wide range of HDR formats – including Dolby Vision and HDR10+ – complements the image of a well-prepared device. Additionally, the support for spatial audio technologies like Dolby Atmos and DTS only enhances the positive impression, especially since the presence of all the aforementioned formats is not a given even in the most expensive models of 2025. But what truly distinguishes this model from its competitors is the Ambilight system. The multi-colored backlighting not only creates a visual impression – in a darkened room, it can enhance perceived contrast and completely change the way a movie or series is experienced. The gaming mode also deserves recognition. 144 Hz, low input lag, variable refresh rate, G-Sync compatibility, and the Game Bar feature – everything one might expect from equipment designed with consoles and PCs in mind. Unfortunately, not everything works perfectly. The Titan OS system, although it operates fairly smoothly, still suffers from shortcomings – many popular apps are missing, minor bugs appear, and the overall experience can be cumbersome in daily use. Plus, the remote, despite its modern look, still uses infrared and requires aiming at the TV. What a pity.
So, for whom is the PUS9060? For those who want to immerse themselves in a movie with impressive Ambilight in the evenings, game on consoles, and stream content from external devices. In such a scenario, “The One” could indeed turn out to be "the one" – especially since its price is not off-putting on launch day.
Advantages
VA matrix with very good native contrast
Ambilight TV system that improves perceived contrast
Support for dynamic HDR formats: Dolby Vision and HDR10+
Great for gamers: Supports 4K 120/144 Hz, VRR, ALLM, HGiG, G-Sync Compatible
Low input lag
Very good cooperation with PC
Support for multiple audio formats - Dolby Atmos and DTS
Backlit remote with numeric keypad
Disadvantages
Titan OS operating system can be underdeveloped
Limited number of applications
Average viewing angles
Lack of TV features (Recording to USB, PIP, Audio only mode)
Infrared remote (must aim at the screen)
Movies and series in UHD quality6.7
Classic TV, YouTube6.5
Sports broadcasts (TV and apps)6.9
Gaming on console8.5
TV as a computer monitor8.8
Watching in bright light6.0
Utility functions7.1
Apps6.2
Sound quality6.6
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PHILIPS PUS9000 - Competing TVs in this price range
PHILIPS PUS9000 - TV appearance
HDMI inputs: 0 x HDMI 2.0, 4 x HDMI 2.1 (48Gbps) Other inputs: Toslink (Optical audio) 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: Good
Stand type: Central
Kolor ramki: Graphite
- Regulacja podstawy: stand-Fixed, stand-Swivel
- Montaż na płasko: Nie
- Akcesoria: accessories-Stand
The Philips PUS9000 looks very "classic" – it's a simple television that doesn't try too hard to draw attention. It's not particularly slim, but it can easily be hung close to the wall. For those who prefer to place the television on a cabinet, a solid, rotating base has been provided (though in our test unit, it was slightly tilted to the side, and the screw mounts inside the leg didn't allow for correcting this unwanted tilt). Generally, however, this base allows for easy adjustment of the screen angle – towards the sofa, the kitchen, or anywhere from which we watch. The finish is solid, the thin metal frame looks neat, and the overall impression is good. But what really changes the reception of this model in the living room is Ambilight. The LED backlighting behind the casing not only enhances the viewing experience but simply looks good. With the lights off, it creates a pleasant glow on the wall that can set the mood for the entire room – even when we're not necessarily focused on watching.
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PHILIPS PUS9000 - Contrast and black detail
6.2/10
Local dimming function: No
Result
6,000:1
Result
6,750:1
Result
7,300:1
Result
6,000:1
Result
6,800:1
Visibility of details in the lights:
PUS9060 is a television that in this version is equipped with a VA panel – and this is immediately visible in the contrast tests. In the tested scenes, the television achieved really good results, at around 6500:1. Such a result speaks volumes about the fact that the television has a really decent black. Unfortunately, PUS9060 is not equipped with local dimming technology, and as a result – blacks in a dark room may appear to have a bluish tone. Fortunately, the The One series is known among other things for the famous Ambilight system, which significantly improves perceived contrast, and consequently – "deceives" our eye, allowing us to see better blacks. It seems simple, but it is incredibly useful. That is why we recommend using this television in the evening with this system turned on. It doesn't necessarily have to be multicolored, tracking the image – it can simply be white.
Halo effect and black detail visibility:
PHILIPS PUS9000 - HDR effect quality
5.7/10
Supported formats: HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, HLG Color gamut coverage: DCI P3: 85.2%, Bt.2020: 62.2%
Luminance measurements in HDR:
Result
507 nit
Result
430 nit
Result
542 nit
Result
551 nit
Result
545 nit
The One is bright enough to enjoy movies recorded in HDR format. The average brightness of this model is about 500 nits, so we can count on a pleasant viewing experience for movies from streaming platforms without any issues. Of course, it could always be better, because when it comes to brightness, there is never too much for this type of content. Unfortunately, a disappointing surprise may be the DCI-P3 color gamut coverage offered by the PUS9060. Although the manufacturer boasts about using a QLED filter here (it’s actually PFS LED), it's hard to talk about any positive effects of its operation. 85% DCI-P3 color gamut coverage is definitely not a level to brag about in 2025 – especially in a television advertised as QLED.
Scene from the movie “Pan” (about 2800 nits)
Scene from the movie “Billy Lynn” (about 1100 nits)
As always in our tests, we decided to check how the television performs with heavier film scenes, not just dry measurements. And we must admit that The One performed quite decently given its capabilities. Although the television slightly brightens the brightest elements – like those from the movie Pan (sun) or the fireworks effect from Billy Lynn – it really recovers details well in those brightest parts of the image. We could nitpick about the less saturated colors or the slightly boosted blacks, but overall it’s not too bad. For the class of device – one can be satisfied.
HDR luminance chart:
Luminancja HDR
Luminance of RGB colors
HDR10 is definitely not the format that Philips focuses on with The One. Therefore, the television is equipped with two formats with dynamic metadata – and here you can really see the difference in favor of these solutions. The image in Dolby Vision can show significantly more details – for example, a forest in the distance or small elements like grass. It is also worth noting that if (somehow) we can't find a movie in Dolby Vision on the streaming platform, Philips has also equipped The One with HDR10+, which works in a very similar way, improving contrast and brightness depending on the scene, frame by frame.
Static HDR10
Dynamic: Dolby Vision
Factory color reproduction
5.5/10
We tested the PUS9060 in the best factory mode it employs – of course, we’re talking about movie mode. Unfortunately, the best in this case doesn’t mean good. The picture in this mode was distinctly yellowed and leaned towards orange tones. The white balance on this TV was definitely too warm, resulting in an artificial, somewhat "sun-kissed" look for the entire scene. This directly translated to significant color errors, which in the worst cases exceeded a delta E value of 6 – thus, they were visible to the naked eye. The situation was the opposite in HDR mode, where the picture became too blue and too cold in appearance. Additionally, there was a slight increase in brightness – the gamma curve and EOTF suggested that the TV slightly brightens the image, which was also evident in the comparison photo below.
Color reproduction after calibration
8/10
Thanks to calibration in movie mode, we managed to completely eliminate the yellow-orange hue, which significantly improved the reception of the entire scene. The image has become much more visually pleasant, although it still falls short of reference settings. It may now appear slightly bluish, but it is still a significant improvement compared to the factory settings.
Unfortunately, we could not significantly improve the brightness characteristics, but that is more about the construction of the TV itself – the lack of local dimming limits the possibilities for precise brightness management. The PUS9060 simply cannot dynamically adjust luminance like more advanced models do. Nonetheless, after calibration, the overall reception is much more enjoyable, especially in film materials.
PHILIPS PUS9000 - Smoothness of tonal transitions
8.9/10
PHILIPS PUS9060 handles tonal transitions excellently – we did not notice any serious issues with color connections. The gradation looks natural, without unpleasant bands or sharp transitions. We could only nitpick about the most difficult, darker scenes – there minimal imperfections appear, but overall it looks quite OK, especially for the class of equipment. For most users, the effect will be more than satisfactory.
Image scaling and smoothness of tonal transitions
6.7/10
Smooth transition function
Image without overscan on the SD signal
In the PUS9060, we find the latest version of the image processor called P5 Perfect Picture, which is designed to improve the picture - especially the imperfect ones. The TV features a distortion reduction function, which smooths out tonal transitions, that is, those "color joins" mentioned earlier. And this function does so very effectively - there is no strong color gradation, but unfortunately, it works aggressively enough that it sometimes dims desired elements, such as material textures or film grain. So this can be considered a compromise. We would not recommend using this function for movies, but for more casual content - such as YouTube or regular television - absolutely.
The P5 processor also improves the quality of lower resolution images, and it does this quite effectively. The test image with the model is very soft - sometimes even too much - but this can be easily adjusted with the sharpness slider to match personal preferences. It is also pleasing that the TV does not cut off edges in SD content - which unfortunately still happens in some TV models.
PHILIPS PUS9000 - Blur and motion smoothness
8.2/10
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 PUS9060 is equipped with a 4K display with a 144 Hz refresh rate, so we can confidently say that it is suitable for both watching sports and playing games. And indeed, it is. But what about movies that are most often recorded at 24 frames? Like most of the TVs we tested with a refresh rate of 120 Hz and higher, the PUS9060 offers two sliders in the motion smoothness options. The “Smoothness” slider allows you to adjust the effect in movies – you can set the image to be smoother, resembling a theatrical effect (higher settings), or more cinematic, with a slight “jump” in frame rate (lower settings). Additionally, there is a function called "Motion Blur Reduction," which reduces blurring – and this is a very useful feature, especially when watching sports.
Blur (native resolution, maximum refresh rate):
If we're talking about smearing – the television performs quite well for a screen with a VA panel. On bright test screens, it's hard to notice any significant issues. Only on darker backgrounds do slight imperfections become visible – this can be observed in the UFO test, where the ship "trails" behind and leaves a subtle mark.
PHILIPS PUS9000 - 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
The PHILIPS PUS9060 is a true gaming monster – it has practically everything you could expect from a modern gaming television. It features VRR, ALLM, and also includes HGiG implementation, which helps set up HDR in games as the developers intended. The TV supports every possible resolution at 120 Hz, including 1080p, 1440p, and full 4K – so regardless of whether you’re playing on Xbox, PS5, or a PC, everything works as it should. There is also a simple Game Bar, which is a special menu for gamers that allows you to quickly check if the ALLM mode is indeed functioning in the lowest latency setting.
And of course – Ambilight TV. Let's be honest – without LEDs on the back, it’s not a true gaming device. 😉 The multicolored backlighting can really enhance the atmosphere, especially in the evening. It may not be to everyone's taste, but younger gamers will be thrilled – because it simply looks impressive.
PHILIPS PUS9000 - Input lag
9.5/10
The One from 2025 performs very well in terms of responsiveness. Input lag at around 9 ms with a 120 Hz signal and 18 ms at 60 Hz are values that ensure quick and smooth reactions to every movement of the controller. Playing even dynamic action titles or demanding e-sport games is fully comfortable. The situation is somewhat worse in the case of Dolby Vision – here the lag increases to about 33 ms. This is still an acceptable level for most "casual" gamers, but more demanding users may notice a slight delay in response. Therefore, in our opinion, a better choice would be the classic HDR10 mode with active HGiG. In this model, it has been implemented correctly and not only avoids delays but also eliminates potential issues with brightness and detail reproduction that sometimes occur in Dolby Vision.
| SDR | HDR | Dolby Vision |
|---|---|---|
| 1080p60: 18 ms | 2160p60: 17 ms | 2160p60 DV: 33 ms |
| 1080p120: 10 ms | 2160p120: 8 ms | |
| 2160p60: 18 ms | ||
| 2160p120: 9 ms |
PHILIPS PUS9000 - Compatibility with PC
8.8/10
Chroma 444 (maximum resolution and refresh rate): Yes
Font clarity: Very Good
Readability of dark text and shapes: Good
Input lag in PC mode (4K, maximum refresh rate): 8ms
Matrix subpixel arrangement: BGR
Max refresh rate: 144Hz
G-Sync: Yes
Using the computer on the PHILIPS PUS9060 should be pure pleasure. As we mentioned earlier, the TV excels at gaming on a console, but it also performs well when connected to a computer. It offers 144 Hz refresh rate, G-Sync Compatible works correctly, and it has low input lag – which means this model can confidently be treated as a full-fledged gaming PC monitor.
For everyday work, it is also good. Chroma 4:4:4 has been implemented correctly, so fonts are clear and readable. We did not notice any issues with text sharpness, although on very dark backgrounds, there can be a slight dimming of letters with a bit of edge doubling. In practice, however, this should not be a problem for anyone, even when working with text.
PHILIPS PUS9000 - Viewing angles
3.4/10
Brightness drop at an angle of 45 degrees: 65%
The PUS9060 model is equipped with a VA panel, which – as is usually the case – does not perform well when viewed at an angle. With a greater deviation from the axis, the brightness of the screen clearly decreases, and the colors lose their saturation. This is unfortunately a typical compromise compared to IPS panels, which offer better viewing angles but have significantly poorer contrast and black levels. Here the situation is reversed – blacks are good, but the angles are very average. Of course, with standard straight-on viewing, there is no problem, but in a larger living room or with a larger TV size, where someone is sitting significantly off to the side or we are looking at the edges of the screen, the differences will be noticeable.
PHILIPS PUS9000 - TV efficiency during daytime
6/10
Matrix coating: Satin
Reflection suppression: Decent
Black levels during daytime: Good
The Philips PUS9060 performs quite well in a bright room. The satin finish of the panel effectively reduces reflections and glare, so watching in a well-lit living room or one with large windows shouldn't pose much of a problem. It's also a plus that the blacks do not fade significantly, and the image maintains decent contrast. The situation could be even better if the television offered higher brightness. Around 500 nits is a decent result, but in very challenging lighting conditions, it may prove inadequate.
Matrix brightness
Average luminance SDR
PHILPS PUS9060: 495 cd/m2
PHILIPS PUS9000 - TV features
7.1/10
System: Titan OS
TV reception: DVB-T, DVB-T2, DVB-S, DVB-S2, DVB-C
Recording to USB (terrestrial TV):
No - Recording programming:
No
- Picture in Picture (PiP):
No
- Screen mirroring (Windows Miracast):
Yes
- AirPlay:
Yes
- Voice search in native language:
No
- Ability to connect a keyboard and mouse:
Yes
- Possibility to connect Bluetooth headphones to the TV:
Yes
- Possibility to simultaneously use Bluetooth headphones and the TV speaker:
No
- Audio only mode:
Yes
- RF remote control (no need to aim at the screen):
RF
- Backlit remote control:
Yes
- Teletext:
Yes
Classic Features of TheOne Television:
As for these "classic features," the PUS9060 is quite average. Of course, you'll find everything basic here; there's EPG, teletext, and the ability to connect headphones via Bluetooth. But unfortunately – it lacks USB recording functionality, and there's no PiP (picture-in-picture) mode, which is becoming rarer but is still useful. On the plus side, the remote control with a numeric keypad is modern, backlit, and visually impresses. It's just a shame that it's still using the classic infrared model, so to use it, you have to point it directly at the screen. It's a bit disappointing because with such a modern look, it was begging for Bluetooth (RF) control.
Smart TV:
Most Philips televisions from 2025 operate on the Titan OS system, which debuted relatively recently – and unfortunately, this is still associated with some problems. The system itself works quite smoothly – definitely better than in cheaper Philips models – and it posed no problems when using features like screen mirroring or AirPlay (which isn't a given even in 2025). The biggest downside of Titan OS is still its rather mediocre access to applications (list below). On the plus side, we can bypass this by connecting a keyboard and mouse to the television and using the built-in browser, but it’s not the most convenient solution – rather a temporary fix.
PHILIPS PUS9000 - Apps
6.2/10
PHILIPS PUS9000 - Playing files from USB
7.9/10
| 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 PUS9060 played practically most popular audio and video formats, so it's really hard to find something to complain about. Movies in popular containers, music, or photos – everything worked without any issues.
The only thing that might be annoying is the limited number of supported subtitle formats and the randomly selected resolutions of photos that the TV can read. But besides that, most everyday users can easily do without having to connect a computer or console to display their files from a USB drive.
PHILIPS PUS9000 - Sound
6.6/10
6.6/10
Subjective sound quality
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
Supported codecs
(external HDMI eARC audio)
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 from the PHILIPS PUS9060 was generally pleasant, although it is hard to call it exceptional. The tested unit had built-in audio in a 2.0 configuration with a total power of 40 W, which is completely sufficient for everyday viewing. Fortunately, the television supports most popular audio formats, so if someone connects a soundbar or home theater system, they can expect full support for Dolby Atmos or DTS – without any hassle or loss of quality. This is definitely good news for true audio fans.
PHILIPS PUS9000 - Details about the matrix
Software version during testing: TPN258E_V058.002.179.041
Panel uniformity:
Backlight Type: PFS LED
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