What is an RGB LED TV? Everything to know about the latest TV tech

RGB LED TVs deliver more accurate color and higher brightness than OLED, QLED and Mini-LED.

There are two primary types of TV display technology:

1. OLED TVs (self-emissive): Each pixel produces its own light, delivering perfect blacks, infinite contrast and precise color control.
2. LCD-based TVs (backlit): These TVs use an LED backlight behind an LCD panel, with different technologies improving performance over time.

You can then include additional technology:

• QLED: Adds a quantum dot layer to enhance color and brightness
• Mini-LED: Uses smaller LEDs to enable more precise dimming and improved contrast
• RGB LED: Uses red, green and blue LEDs in the backlight instead of white LEDs, enabling higher brightness and a wider color range

RGB LED TVs maintain picture quality at wider viewing angles.

RGB LED TVs are designed to maintain consistent color, brightness and picture quality when viewed from any angle. Where traditional LED TVs lose color accuracy and contrast when viewed off-center, RGB LED TVs reduce this fading and color shifting so the picture remains clear and vibrant, whether you are sitting directly in front of the screen or off to the side. This makes RGB LED TVs a strong choice for larger rooms and open seating arrangements.

RGB LED TVs are an excellent choice for gaming.

RGB LED TVs are well suited for gaming. Here's why:

• Many RGB LED TV models support 4K resolution at 144Hz or 165Hz, delivering ultra-smooth motion for fast-paced games.
• RGB LED TVs are compatible with next-gen consoles like Nintendo Switch 2, PS5 Pro, Xbox Series X, and gaming PCs.
• The higher brightness and wider range of colors visible to the human eye make game environments look more vivid and immersive.

RGB LED TVs deliver peak brightness that thinner TVs simply can't match.

RGB LED TVs deliver higher peak brightness than traditional LED, Mini-LED and many OLED TVs by using dedicated red, green and blue LEDs in the backlight instead of white LEDs and color filters. This reduces light loss and allows more light output and more vivid color. The result is stronger HDR performance, including brighter highlights and improved color volume for movies, sports and gaming. While RGB LED enhances brightness and color, OLED still leads in pixel-level contrast and true black levels due to its self-emissive design.

Why are RGB LED TVs slightly thicker than OLED TVs? RGB LED TVs use a full backlight system made up of thousands of individual red, green and blue LEDs behind the LCD panel, along with diffusion layers to distribute light evenly across the screen. This layered backlight structure adds depth compared to OLED, which does not require a backlight. This backlight system enables higher brightness and a wider color range, while OLED's thinner design enables unmatched contrast and black levels.

RGB LED TVs are designed to reduce blooming and haloing.

Blooming is the soft glow that appears around bright objects on a dark screen, caused by light from backlighting bleeding into areas that should remain dark. Haloing is a similar effect visible around the edges of bright objects.

RGB LED TVs are designed to reduce both blooming and haloing by using more precise lighting and color control than traditional LED TVs. The result is cleaner edges, more accurate blacks and a picture that holds together in high-contrast scenes such as dark rooms with bright light sources.

RGB LED TVs are one of the best TVs for watching sports.

The higher brightness on RGB LED TVs means the picture stays clear and punchy in a lit room without needing to dim the lights. That makes it perfect for watching live sports at all hours of the day.

Here's what sports fans need to know:

• RGB LED TVs are perfect for viewing in both bright and dark room conditions. If it's Sunday afternoon and you're watching the game in a bright room, the screen on an RGB LED TV will deliver the same high contrast and vibrant colors you might typically expect of the TV in your basement.
• The wider range of colors visible to the human eye makes colors like the green on a football field, the white ice on a hockey rink or the detail of a team jersey pop, look more vivid and accurate.
• High refresh rates on many RGB LED models keep fast motion sharp, so quick plays, sprints and fastbreaks stay clear rather than blurring.

RGB LED TVs are available across a wide range of price points - as low as $999.

RGB LED TVs are available at a range of prices - as low as $999 - depending on screen size, features and additional technologies such as Mini-LED backlighting or AI processing. The technology is not limited to premium models, which means RGB LED TVs that are available at lower price points will deliver higher brightness and more color than a comparably priced traditional LED TV. RGB LED TVs are available now at Best Buy in store and online at BestBuy.com across a wide selection of sizes and budgets.

RGB LED TV technology is designed to deliver consistently high-quality viewing experience.

RGB LED TVs are considered some of the most durable long-term TVs available. Customers can expect years of enjoying better contrast, more accurate color, sharper detail and wider viewing angles. For example, with RGB LED technology, customers don't need to worry about permanent burn-in like when the outline of an image gets permanently left on your screen.

How to buy an RGB LED TV at Best Buy

Through exclusive partnerships with Samsung, Sony, LG, TCL and Hisense, Best Buy is the only national retailer where customers can shop RGB LED TVs. Best Buy has created a seamless end-to-end experience customers won't find anywhere - from the ability to see an RGB LED TV in store to free delivery, installation and mounting. Here's what customers can expect:

RGB LED TVs are available for purchase at Best Buy in store and online

RGB LED TVs are on display at Best Buy stores nationwide. Shoppers can:

• See RGB LED picture quality, brightness and color in person
• Compare RGB LED TVs directly to OLED, QLED and standard LED TVs side by side.
• Use the store locator at BestBuy.com to find the nearest Best Buy location.

Shoppers can also purchase an RGB TV online at BestBuy.com or through the Best Buy App. Best Buy carries RGB LED TVs across a range of screen sizes and price points and shoppers can filter by size, features and budget to find the right model.

Best Buy's in-store experts can answer questions about RGB LED TVs

Best Buy trained and certified more than 15,000 Blue Shirts on RGB LED technology. Experts are available in stores to:

• Answer questions about RGB LED TVs.
• Explain the differences between models.
• Help shoppers find the right TV for their room and budget.

Shoppers can also chat with a Best Buy expert online at BestBuy.com or contact Best Buy customer support by phone.

Best Buy offers free delivery, installation and mounting with most RGB LED TV purchases

For most RGB LED TV purchases, customers will receive free professional in-home delivery, installation and mounting and haul away of their old TV. A Best Buy Geek Squad agent will:

• Come to your home.
• Mount the TV safely on the wall.
• Confirm everything is set up correctly and haul away your old TV.

Professional installation is especially recommended for large RGB LED TVs 100 inches and above, where proper anchoring into wall studs is critical for safety. Geek Squad mounting appointments can be booked online at BestBuy.com or in any Best Buy store.