With there being so many television sizes and specifications to pore through these days, if you haven’t upgraded your own telly for a while, we can understand you feeling a little bit overwhelmed.
Indeed, precisely because of this, you might be inclined to ask: what type of TV represents the “sweet spot” of affordability, technology, and convenience in the mid-2020s?
Here at Cello Electronics, we would argue that a 43-inch 4K smart TV fits this description perfectly. Such a television set promises stunning visuals and smart features in a compact size. However, there are also certain aspects that might not make one of these 43-inch devices the right choice for your own home.
So, let’s delve into some of the reasons why you may decide a 43-inch 4K smart TV is your ideal match, as well as a few factors that might convince you to keep searching.
Benefit #1: a ‘Goldilocks’ size
Much as the young girl in the children’s story tasted three different bowls of porridge and preferred the one that was neither too hot nor too cold, you may get a similar feeling of “just right” about your new 43-inch 4K smart TV.
We’re long past the days when 43 inches would have been considered “large” for a TV. Indeed, in a country like the UK where so many living spaces are relatively compact, a 43-inch screen fits comfortably in most lounges, without overwhelming the room.
If the room that you have in mind for your new TV lends itself to a viewing distance of around four to six feet, one of our 43-inch models here at Cello could be an excellent choice. It will be small enough to fit, while still offering enough “real estate” to provide immersive viewing experiences.
Benefit #2: stunning picture quality
Speaking of an immersive viewing experience, the sharp and detailed picture provided by a 43-inch 4K smart TV will certainly contribute to this.
4K is becoming the industry standard, a wide range of content in this resolution having now become available for streaming and gaming.
With its resolution of 3840 x 2160 pixels, a 4K TV offers appreciably better colours and contrast than a Full HD (1080p) model.
Benefit #3: smart features for effortless streaming
The typical 43-inch 4K smart TV available “off the shelf” today comes pre-loaded with all manner of catch-up and streaming entertainment apps, ranging from Netflix and YouTube to BBC iPlayer and Amazon Prime Video.
Taken together, these platforms are packed with many more great shows and movies than you and other members of your household will ever get round to watching.
When you consider these pleasures alongside the intuitive navigation experience the best 43-inch smart TVs offer, we’re sure you can already imagine those blissful rainy days in your cosy living room, watching your new device.
Drawback #1: limited immersion compared to bigger screens
While a 43-inch TV can be a brilliant choice for smaller spaces, if you truly yearn for that cinematic “wow” factor in a new television set, it is TVs in larger dimensions – such as 55 inches or even 65 inches – that are the safest bets to deliver this.
If, then, the dimensions of your room do allow you to consider one of these bigger TVs, it may be worth doing so. After all, you won’t want to be underwhelmed with whatever choice you make.
Drawback #2: the ongoing costs
It is generally easy these days to find a 43-inch 4K smart TV on offer for a very reasonable price.
However, to get the best out of this kind of TV, you should consider the cost of subscriptions to popular streaming services like Netflix.
Bear in mind, too, that a fast broadband connection – at least 25Mbps for 4K streaming – will be required. So, you may need to think about upgrading your household’s current Internet package.
Is a 43-inch 4K smart TV worth the purchase?
The short answer to this question is: yes, for a wide range of households that wish to enhance their TV viewing experience without the need for a massive screen or a huge budget.
But as always with questions like these, so much depends on your own priority list when you are shopping for a new TV.
Do you have any further questions about the models in our range at Cello? If so, please feel free to contact our customer support team via email or our online form.