With display technologies evolving rapidly in recent years, it has become common for consumers to come across terms like LED and QLED when looking for a new TV. Despite the similarity of the names, there are fundamental differences between the two technologies that affect picture quality, price, and overall performance, Leaders Center answers in the following article about the difference between LED and QLED TV?
What is the difference between an LED and QLED TV?
The main difference is that a QLED TV is an improved version of an LED TV thatuses Quantum Dots technology to increase screen brightness and improve color accuracy. LED TVs rely on a regular backlit LCD with no additional color enhancements, while QLED TVs rely on a regular backlit LCD with no additional color enhancements.
In other words, every QLED TV is an LED, but not every LED is a QLED.
What is an LED TV?
LED TV is an acronym for Light Emitting Diode, which is based on an LCD screen illuminated by LEDs behind the screen. This technology is the most popular and widespread in the market due to its low cost and good performance in daily use.
Key features of an LED TV:
- Relatively low power consumption
- Affordable prices for all budgets
- Available in many sizes and models
- Suitable for rooms with moderate lighting
Disadvantages:
- Black color quality is limited compared to newer technologies
- Less contrast than QLED or OLED
- Limited viewing angle on some models
What is a QLED TV?
QLED stands for Quantum Dot Light Emitting Diode, a technology developed by Samsung and later applied in many modern displays. A layer of “quantum dots” is added on top of the LED panel to improve color accuracy and brightness.
Key features of the QLED TV:
- Higher brightness, making it ideal for rooms with strong lighting
- More accurate and saturated colors, thanks to quantum dot technology
- Longer lifespan compared to OLED
- Excellent performance with high-resolution content (4K and 8K)
Disadvantages:
- It still relies on backlighting, which reduces the quality of blacks compared to OLED
- Higher prices than traditional LED TVs
- Viewing angle may be lower on some models
Comparing LED and QLED displays in the Jordanian market
LED and QLED displays are available from different brands such as Samsung, LG, TCL, Hisense Otherwise, the following differences are evident:
| Comparative element | LED | QLED |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Economical to medium | Medium to high |
| Color quality | Good | Excellent |
| Brightness level | average | High |
| Contrast | average | Above LED |
| Availability | Available in all stores | Often available from Samsung and TCL |
| The most appropriate use | General household use | Watch movies and games in high definition |
Which is better: LED TV or QLED TV?
The choice between LED and QLED depends on your expected use and budget. If the goal is to have an economical display for everyday use in a moderately lit indoor environment, an LED TV is sufficient. However, if high picture quality is required with vibrant colors and fine details, especially for 4K content or gaming, a QLED TV will be the best choice.
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List of TVs available at Leaders Center
Leaders Center offers a wide range of state-of-the-art TVs to suit different budgets and uses, from economical LED screens to advanced displays such as QLED, Neo QLED, and OLED. Options range from multiple sizes and modern models from leading brands, most notably Samsung.
Below is a table showing the top TVs currently available at Leaders Center in Jordan, with basic information on screen type, size, and approximate price:
| Device name | Screen type | Screen size | Approximate Price (JOD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Samsung Neo QLED 8K – QA65QN900FUXTW | Neo QLED 8K | 65 inches | 3,249 DA |
| Samsung QLED 4K – QA75Q7FAAUXTW | QLED 4K | 75 inches | 1,279 DA |
| Samsung Crystal UHD – UA85DU8000UXTW | LED/Crystal UHD | 85 inches | 1,099 DA |
| Samsung Neo QLED 4K – QA65QN85DBUXTW | Neo QLED 4K | 65 inches | 999 D.A. |
| Samsung OLED 4K – QA65S90DAUXTW | OLED 4K | 65 inches | 2,179 DA |
| Samsung QLED 4K – QA75QE1CAUXTW | QLED 4K | 75 inches | 749 D.A. |
| Samsung QLED 4K – QA55QE1CAUXTW | QLED 4K | 55 inches | 305 D.A. |
| Samsung QLED 4K – QA65Q70CAUXTW | QLED 4K | 65 inches | 759 D.A. |
| Samsung Neo QLED 8K – QA65QN800CUXTW | Neo QLED 8K | 65 inches | 2,999 AED |
| Samsung Neo QLED 8K – QA75QN800CUXTW | Neo QLED 8K | 75 inches | 3,099 DA |
| Samsung Crystal UHD – UA98DU9000UXTW | LED/UHD Crystal | 98 inches | 2,599 AED |
The difference between an LED and QLED TV is mainly in the picture and color enhancement technology. QLED TVs are a direct evolution of LED technology and offer higher visual performance thanks to quantum dots, but they come with a relatively higher price tag. In contrast, traditional LED TVs remain a practical and popular choice for many users in Jordan, especially when looking for value for money.
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