Philips OLED809

Ambilight adds a dramatism that's as engrossing as illuminating ; Generally delightful picture quality that shows off OLED's abilities ; Integrated audio is more capable than many (but could be better still)

Minor dark crush and fast-moving subject-tracking can unsettle picture ; Google TV integration isn't seamless and UK catch-up apps lack ; Only two of four HDMI ports are 2.1 standard

The Philips OLED 809 is a well-appointed and competitively priced TV that takes on its main mid-tier OLED competition and, in many cases, matches them for quality – while in other areas, such as integrated sound and the bundled remote, it betters most...

Solid HDR performance ; Capable audio (by TV standards) ; Ambilight and robust gaming features

Not the best performer during dark scenes ; Only two HDMI 2.1 inputs ; Doesn’t support local catchup services

The Philips OLED809 is a reliable TV designed for the masses, that delivers on all the basics

Excellent SDR & HDR w/ +1000 nits ; Google TV and AirPlay 2 ; Ambilight expanded, flexible ; HDMI 2.1 & gaming features ; DTS:X (IMAX Enhanced) audio support ; Remote control

Only two HDMI 2.1 ports ; Filmmaker Mode is not spot-on ; Nothing over 77" ; Raised black / flicker in VRR