I believe many users will have such a question. Is it better to buy a smart TV or to buy an IPTV box to complement the traditional TV at home? What is the difference between an ordinary TV with a box and a smart TV? Today I will be giving you a detailed comparison or you can call this; traditional TV + IPTV box vs smart TV contest. Definitely, You will understand after reading this!
1. Traditional TV + IPTV Box vs Smart TV: Functional Aspect
In terms of functions, there is basically no difference between a smart TV and a normal TV + box. The functions of a smart TV can basically be affixed to the “normal TV + box”.
Smart TV is a new TV product that has a fully open platform and is equipped with an operating system. Users can install and uninstall various application software while enjoying ordinary TV content, and continue to expand and upgrade their functions.
As long as the TV box is simply connected to a traditional TV through HDMI or component cable technology, you can realize web browsing, online video playback, application installation, and even photos and videos on your mobile phone or tablet. All of These are achievable by projecting your phone content to the big screen TV at home.
2. Operating system
Relatively speaking, many advertisements and pre-installed software are common problems of many smart TVs.
By contrast, the operating system of the IPTV box is better, some have been specially optimized to make it easier to use, and some TV boxes do not even have ads.
3. Traditional TV + IPTV box vs Smart TV: The Price
The price of a good IPTV box on the market is between $45-$75 The price of smart TVs has been decreasing in recent years. A 55-inch smart TV can be taken home for less than $350. Of course, it is still much more expensive than a TV box.
Moreover, the box can be used with the original traditional TV, and the price advantage is obvious and alluring.
In other words, if the TV in your home has been used for many years and it needs replacement, then it is recommended to replace the TV with a smart TV. At the moment, a smart 4K TV is sufficient although the price/performance ratio is relatively high.
On the other hand, if the smart TV at home is an ordinary/traditional TV, then for cost considerations, an external TV box will be sufficient to add smart features to your traditional TV.
4. User Experience Aspect
In terms of viewing and using experience, smart TVs are superior to the “normal TV + box” combination.
First of all, on the screen, the smart TV can reach the standard of 4K or even 8K, and users will enjoy a better viewing experience.
Secondly, smart TV also avoids the complicated operation of connecting the TV box and the TV, making it more convenient to use. The saved HDMI interface can also be connected to PC, Blu-ray, game consoles, etc.
Finally, “Ordinary TV + Box” needs to switch two devices each time it is switched on, and sometimes the input source of the TV is switched when it is switched on. Smart TV is very convenient.
5. Software Update aspect
In the past few years, smart TVs have developed rapidly, in terms of performance. As a result, the difference between six months and one year may be very different. However, the cost of changing a TV is relatively high, and many users are reluctant to change it.
The IPTV box is different, because of the price, it can be replaced at any time once the performance becomes inadequate.
I have a q sat decoder,is there possibility to have a software code?
@Mulabizi: qsat is useful only as an FTA decoder or Cccam decoder at the moment
Please how can I set modem on my JPE smart tv. I can connect it to my phone WiFi but can’t pick modem.
@asare: you mean mifi or wifi hotspot modem?
Please which website can get the new software for my logic led in order to update it with the new software.
Was surfing net to know more of the LG 55″ smart TV (4k) I just get and it seem to me as waste of money but let me surf the the TV first b4 making my final decision whether to add TV box or not