The best viewing angle for any TV is the dead center. However, the arrangement in most rooms doesn’t always allow for everyone to sit directly in front of the TV, which means you might have no other option but to watch the TV from a side angle.
For most TVs on the market, the picture quality dwindles in both color and contrast as you move further away from the front of the TV to either side. This reduction in quality varies in degree between TV models, but it’s almost always noticeable.
However, thanks to advancements in TV technology, some new TVs can be viewed from extreme side angles with no reduction in picture quality. And if you’re looking to buy a TV that you’d enjoy watching from side angles, these are the models to consider.
Best TVs for Off-angle Viewing (from Side angles): Our Top 5 Picks
From our research, OLED screens are the best for side angle viewing. These TVs can be watched from drastic viewing angles — as much as 84 degrees — with no luminance degradation. While some QLED models also have anti-reflective layers that make them impressive in terms of side viewing, they are still no match for OLED TVs.
In this post, we’d be looking at 5 of the best TVs for off-angle viewing. These have been carefully selected after several hours of research and comparison — based on side-angle picture quality and other important factors such as durability, brand trust, sound quality, and buyer reviews.
Now, let’s cut right to the chase!
1. Sony XBR-55A9G
Sony’s pricey XBR-55A9G (Sony KD-AG9) is an excellent 4K smart TV that offers a masterful display with perfect contrast, vivid colors, exceptional black levels, and wide viewing angles of OLED technology. It is a direct successor to the A9F that was released in 2019 and it is quite a stunner.
Design
The A9G is a flagship TV and it shows in its simple yet sophisticated design. It sports thin bezels on all sides and a stand that puts the display neatly on the table. The TV feels premium and is very solid with no gaps or loose ends, measuring just 57 x 32.8 x 1.6 inches and weighing 46.7 pounds.
On the side of the TV, there is a range of ports and connectors including a single HDMI port, two USB ports, a 3.5mm jack for headphones, jack for composite video, and pin connectors for wiring up a speaker.
On the farther part of the back panel, Sony positions a second input panel that comprises three additional HDMI ports including one HDMI eRAC, a third USB port, an optical digital-audio connection, an RF connector for antenna and an Ethernet port
Features
Like many other Sony’s other TV, the A9G is outfitted with the latest version of Android TV (version 8.0 code-named Oreo). It is a powerful system filled with tons of useful features plus the assurance that you will be getting regular updates.
For instance, Chromecast is built-in with support for Google Home and Amazon Alexa devices. Its remote allows you to engage Google Assistant by simply pressing a button, and you have access to all of its features completely hands-free.
The key options as far as video is concerned are all present including Amazon Prime Video, Google Play Movies & TV, Hulu, Netflix, Sling TV, and YouTube. For music lovers, Google Play Music, Pandora, SiriusXM, Spotify, Tidal, and a host of internet radio apps are also available.
Display & Performance
Coming to the most important department, the A9G has an organic light-emitting diode (OLED) display that can turn off individual pixels so you can get incredible black levels and great contrast. What this means is that the HDR performance is top-notch, giving crisp definition to objects, detailed images and rich colors. Being a 4K TV, it can handle HDR10, Dolby Vision, and Hybrid Log-Gamma (HHLG) content in HDR.
Furthermore, the input lag of this set for movies won’t impress you but it does better when switched to game mode, which keeps the lag within a range of 20ms. As usual with OLED TVs, the off-viewing angles are also outstanding as the panel is able to maintain picture quality even when you go several feet of lateral. It’s no surprise that the A9G performs so well considering it uses the X1 Ultimate processor, which is one of the most powerful chipsets at the moment.
Sound
Audio quality is seldom the primary reason most people buy a premium TV but the A9G sounds great, thanks to Sony’s Acoustic Surface Audio+ technology. This set uses the 20-watt actuators behind the screen to produce surprisingly clear balanced sound with a nice sense of directionality. Even more impressive is the fact that the TV can fill up a large room with sounds without losing its crispness.
Pros
- Attractive design
- Sony X1 Ultimate processor
- Acoustic Surface Audio+
- Excellent wide viewing angles
- Access to a range of video streaming services
Cons
- Few upgrades over the predecessor
- Expensive
2. LG C9
The C9 is LG’s 4K midrange offering for 2019 and it offers one of the best pictures you can get in its price category. It delivers superb contrast, nice black levels, accurate color reproduction, wide viewing angles and finely detailed high-resolution images.
Design
There isn’t much to say about LG’s designs as the differences are minimal but this isn’t necessarily a bad thing. The C9 measures 57 x 32.7 x 1.8 inches without the stand, indicating that it’s almost as thin as your average book cover. The stand uses a single wide, flat foot centered in the middle of the display. Nonetheless, the TV set retains its classy yet minimalist appearance that sees a dark metallic trim run around the screen.
On the back of the set is a bulge that houses the inputs, power supply, speakers, and other depth-eating TV components. The connections on the left recess consist of three HDMIs and a USB port while inputs on the second recess include a fourth HDMI port, two USB ports, an Ethernet port, an antenna/cable connector, an optical audio output and 3.5mm ports for audio and composite video.
Features
The C9 runs on the latest version of WebOS, which is regarded as one of the best and most intuitive smart platforms on the market. Not much has changed about it as there’s still a dearth of apps when compared to other smart platforms like Tizen and Google.
Nonetheless, you get access to popular app streaming services like Netflix, Amazon, Vudu, YouTube, and more. The Intelligent Edit feature makes it easy for you to access your favorite apps as it lists them based on how often you use them. Going further, the C9 supports Apple Airplay 2 to enable you wirelessly share content from your Apple device.
Display & Performance
The C9 delivers all the benefits you would expect from an OLED panel including support for high dynamic range (HDR) content in HDR10, Dolby Vision, and Hybrid Log-Gamma. It maintains uniformity in brightness and color with no apparent variations when viewed from any position, effectively maintaining fidelity from any angle. As for the black levels, the C9 doesn’t disappoint, thanks to the OLED technology.
Under the hood, the operations of this set are powered by the Alpha 9 Gen 2 Intelligent Processor to provide rich colors and high levels of details without artificial enhancements. The processor does more than just handle the smart features as it analyses the picture on the screen and then optimizes it depending on the type and quality. The result of the processing is staggering lifelike pictures with impressive colors and super-rich details.
Sound
The C9 puts on a fantastic performance in the area of audio quality as it comes with a virtual surround mode to deliver enveloping sounds as though the sound is coming from all around you. The 40-watt speaker combine with its 20-watt woofer knocks off some punch sounds with a significant level of bass. There’s also the AI feature that analyzes the sounds from the TV and optimizes it for the best audio experience.
Pros
- Perfect blacks
- Ideal for gaming
- Lovely, subtle design
- Wide viewing angles
- Powerful smart TV platform with Google Assistant
Cons
- Pricey
- Risk of burn-in
3. LG B9
The B9 is LG’s entry-level TV that makes big screen OLED technology available at an incredibly low price. Made in conjunction with Philips, this 4K HD TV will make a great buy as it offers real value for money.
Design
The LG B9 might not be as classy as its step-up sibling, the C9, but it does look good in its own right. A 1mm metal strip runs around the screen, which is super thin at the top before getting thicker towards the bottom. Unlike its predecessor, the B9 features a plastic stand that is well-built but might wobble if shaken.
Around the back, the TV offers four HDMIs, three USB ports, composite video/audio input, optical digital audio output, RF (antenna input), 3.5 mm headphone output, Ethernet port, etc. The remote control is the now-standard LG Magic Remote.
Features
The B9 gets the latest iteration of LG’s renowned webOS smart platform, which is exceptionally easy to use. It still isn’t a match for Samsung’s Tizen OS but it is graphically appealing and customizable. The platform offers access to thousands of major media apps including Apple TV, Disney+, Amazon Prime Video, and Netflix. For voice recognition, webOS uses the ThinQ AI system to allow for controlling the TV with your voice using Alexa and Google Assistant.
Display & Performance
As stated earlier, the B9 uses LG’s OLED screen technology, meaning that each pixel produces its own light. It carries a native 4K resolution and supports high dynamic range sources in the baseline HDR10 and premium Dolby Vision. The images are bright, detailed, and nicely colored. The TV displays a wide range of colors with the same level of fidelity when viewed at different angles.
In terms of black levels, the B9 outclasses its rivals in its price range, thanks to OLED technology. The picture quality isn’t very great but it is acceptable considering the price point of the TV set. Like all other OLED TVs, this TV is at risk of both temporary and permanent image retention aka burn-in but this has never been a reason for people to avoid OLED TVs. LG manages the risk by including a ‘Screen Shift’ feature that shifts image slowly, and this can be quite hard to notice.
Sound
The B9 uses a dedicated speaker system with a healthy 40-watt power for sound output and the audio quality is quite good. It ticks off the boxes of loudness and being punchy. It boasts Dolby Atmos for virtual surround mode but the performance is mediocre.
Pros
- Outstanding contrast-rich picture quality
- Gorgeous high-end design
- Good smart system
- Low input lag
Cons
- Some slight black crush
- Automatic Brightness Limiter (ABL) can be distracting
4. Sony A8G
The A8G/AG8 is one of the finest 4K TVs from Sony and it is ideal for almost any usage. It combines the strong performance of an OLED panel with the convenience of an Android TV to deliver a nice set of features and great picture performance.
Design
The Sony A8G might not be a part of the company’s “Master Series” but everything about it reeks of premium quality that’s associated with the series. Its appearance can be best described as sleek and minimalist, a description that isn’t too different from that of the A8F.
Unlike other models that use a pedestal to hold the TV upright, the 55A8G leaves no space between the bottom of the TV and the surface it is resting on while the stand takes on the shape of a crescent.
Around the left side of the A8G are a range of connections including one HDMI port, two USB 2.0 ports, and 3.5mm ports for composite video input and audio input. The rest inputs are positioned around the midsection on the back and they include three more HDMI ports, a USB 3.0 port, an Ethernet port, an optical audio output, an antenna/cable connector, and a 3.5mm RS232-C port.
Features
Like A9G, the A8G uses Android TV for its interface and connected features. The TV runs on Android version 8.0, which supports built-in Google Assistant but it doesn’t have hands-free support. Sony manages to design this set to separate Android TV from smart TV platforms like Tizen and webOS, which is quite rare as most processors cannot handle the workload.
As expected, there’s access to several streaming services including Amazon Prime Video, Google Play Movies and TV, Google Play Music, Hulu, Netflix, PlayStation Vue, and more. There are also plenty of third-party apps with which you can control the TV but none does it better than the built-in Chromecast.
Display & Performance
The A8G features 4K Ultra HD OLED screen and it is capable of displaying high dynamic range (HDR) content in Dolby Vision, HDR10, and HLG. Its ability to make any content, regardless the age and type, the shine can be attributed to the Sony X1 Extreme, which uses a multi-faceted upscaling process to reduce grain, sharpen edges and enhance colors. While the processors in most 4K TVs can easily do the same, very few can do it as well as Sony does.
Judging its performance, the A8G has perfect black levels as it is able to replicate true black for darker scenes. Its color reproduction is also accurate while it does a sterling job at motion handling so you can see every bit of the action without any blur. OLED displays can be likened to miracle workers in the area of viewing angles and this set didn’t disappoint as it is able to maintain picture quality when viewing from any angles.
Sound
Following the footsteps of its predecessor, the A8G uses Sony’s Acoustic Surface Audio technology, which is a better alternative to using down-firing speakers. The result is sound output that appears to come from the middle of the screen to cast a wide soundstage. It might not have sufficient bass but it is able to fill a whole room with sounds.
Pros
- Ultra-customizable picture
- Excellent dark room performance
- Outstanding low motion blur
- Fantastic viewing angles
Cons
- Average sound quality
- Fairly expensive
5. LG CX
The LG CX is the direct successor to last year’s 2019 as the company’s most affordable feature-packed OLED TV for the year. It boasts a better processor that offers more features and better performance.
Design
There are no surprises here: the LG CX looks much like its forebears, adorning an extremely slim profile at the upper half and a bulgy section at the bottom, which is the box that houses all driving circuits, input/outputs ports etc. The thin bezels and neat stand make the TV attractive as last year’s model.
For connections, the CX still uses two panels with one around the bottom and the other on the left side. Overall, you get inputs for four HDMIs, two USB ports, an Ethernet port, an optical audio port, and antenna plugs. The package ships with the standard ‘Magic Remote’ that has remained unchanged for years now.
Features
The CX uses LG’s winning webOS smart platform, which is exclusive to this year’s TV line-up. You also get access to all the trendy media apps including Netflix, YouTube, Amazon Prime Video, and more. Another feature is the support for Apple HomeKit to allow you to turn on/off your TV with your voice using Siri, either via your phone or a HomePod.
Furthermore, the CX allows you to natively control the set with Amazon’s Alexa and Google. Movie enthusiasts will love the Filmmaker mode that is endorsed by Hollywood so viewers can see films the way they’re shot.
Display & Performance
The OLED display in LG’s CX combines with a new a9 Gen 3 processor to deliver improvements in picture quality over its predecessor. With over 8.3 million pixels, you will get perfect blacks, intense color, and stunning picture. There are three modes namely cinema, sports, and games mode, allowing you to get the best audio delivery for different types of content.
Selecting AI picture mode will see the TV automatically detect the content on the screen and optimize the sound so you don’t have to comb through the settings. Also noteworthy is the fact that pictures don’t degrade when viewed from off-angle positions, so you can enjoy the clear images and brilliant colors at every angle.
Sound
The speaker hardware isn’t any different from last year’s model but the sound system now has AI sound Pro to detect and enhance dialogue so you never have to miss a word from your favorite TV show or movie. Dolby Atmos is also included in the mix to deliver a multi-dimensional sound all around you.
Pros
- New A9 Gen 3 processor
- Dolby Vision HDR
Cons
- Not far-field voice control
6. Sony A8F
Sony is a trusted name when it comes to imaging and the XBR-A8F is a 4K TV that’s feature-packed and offers some really sharp details and truest blacks.
Design
The A8F is extremely well designed to easily blend into your home’s aesthetics. It recycles a lot of broader design features found in its predecessor, the A1, including the A-frame style with the screen leaning back by about five degrees.
There are minimal bezels on all four sides with an LED light indicator positioned at the bottom center portion. Because of its slimness, this set can be mounted on a wall but you can still place it on a rack or table as it uses a minimalist central pedestal.
For connectivity, the A8F offers generous options. At the back of the TV are the Ethernet port, RF port, e HDMI ports (with one being HDMI ARC)), one USB port, optical audio port, and the antenna port. Other connectivity options on the side are the composite video input, 1 HDMI input, two USB ports, IR blaster port, and the headphones out.
Features
The A8F runs the same Android OS like other smart TV offerings, meaning all the apps you need to make the most of the TV are already available. These apps include Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Instant, Vudu, Pandora, SiriusXM. It comes with Android 7.1 Nougat but you can update it to Oreo, which is the latest version of the OS.
Also, it is compatible with Google Cast that allows you to show movies, pictures, and TV shows from your mobile devices. The remote control of the TV has voice recognition that works with Google Assistant and Alexa while it also has hot buttons for Netflix and Google Play.
Display & Performance
The A8F uses an OLED panel that boasts ultra HD resolution that combines with its proprietary X1 Extreme processor to transform the grubbiest HD sources into something clean, polished, and 4K-like. It also applies SDR to HDR conversion to most of its picture presets. Its motion handling is also superb as it presents content smoothly without judder.
Furthermore, everyone doesn’t have to sit in the front and center to see great pictures. The 65A8F is great with action and lights evenly across the surface and so the viewing angles are almost perfect. It is also great for gaming as its input lag has been greatly reduced to a good result around 30ms. And in terms of brightness, the 65A8F achieves a peak of 700 nits, meaning you will have no trouble watching the TV in bright rooms. The downside is that the brightness isn’t enough for HDR as it robs it of its impact.
Sound
Speaking of audio, the 65A8F makes use of the Acoustic Surface tech, which does a good job at effects steering and placement. It creates an improved experience because the sound is coming from the midpoint of the screen rather than the bottom-firing speakers included in most TVs. It might not knock out loud sounds like your home theater setup but it is way better than what other TVs offer.
Pros
- Outstanding picture processing
- Excellent build and fine finishing
- Clever, effective audio system
- Wide viewing angles
Cons
- Lacks brightness with HDR
- Expensive
- Poor remote
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