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Buying a new tv

Buying a new TV

  • How to avoid buying a bad television, and what to look out for in the demonstration room
  • See the difference between HDTV and SDTV
  • Cut through the LCD TV and plasma TV jargon with our easy to use guide
  • Use the Which? TV reviews to find the best television

What's in this guide

Before you buy a new TV

Questions to ask before you splash out on that new LED, LCD or plasma television

HDTV features guide

HDTVs are festooned with logos and features. Our interactive widget picks out the most important 

When you're in the store

The tell-tale signs that reveal the truth about LCD TV and plasma TV picture quality

Best TV brands

Shopping by HDTV brand? Then our in-depth LCD TV and plasma TV brand guide is a must.

HDTV versus SDTV

Spot the picture-quality difference between high-definition TV and standard-definition 

Getting your new HDTV home

What to do with your old TV and what to do if your new television breaks down