Performance-price ratio evaluation 4K curved micro whale W55C smart TV

IT 168? Evaluation Since September 20 13, the world's first curved 4K LCD TV was unveiled at IFA (Berlin International Consumer Electronics Show). In less than two years, major "traditional" TV manufacturers have followed suit and launched or planned to launch their own multi-positioning high-end curved 4K LCD TV product lines.

As an "emerging" force in the domestic TV industry, Internet brands will certainly not miss this best way to show their own strength and advantages. WHALEY)W55C curved 4K smart LCD TV to be evaluated today is one of the models with good cost performance.

▲ 2065438+July 1 1. In 2006, Micro Whale released its first curved 4K smart TV W55C.

The reason for this conclusion is that the 55-inch 4000R curvature 4K LCD screen, 1.4GHz quad-core processor and independent image processing chip, 2GB DDR3 memory, 8GB eMMC 5.0 flash memory and other hardware used by Micro Whale W55C are not top-level configurations, but they are absolutely no problem.

▲ The micro whale W55C is equipped with a true 4K LCD screen with a curvature of 55 inches and 4000R r r.

Secondly, the deeply customized operating system based on Android L and the flat design of WUI customized interface aggregate a large number of high-quality content resources such as Tencent video, Mango TV, VICE, and only sell for 65,438+099 yuan/year, and cooperate with Internet TV licensee GITV. This makes the micro whale W55C have obvious advantages in software and content compared with products of the same level.

▲ The micro whale W55C adopts an operating system based on Android L deep customization.

The above-mentioned micro whale W55C, with its "sufficient" hardware configuration, "simple and easy to use" software design and "massive" content resources, sold for only 4,598 yuan on the "Whale Carnival Day" in Tmall Mall on August 8. Therefore, the old editor will say that this is a very cost-effective model in the commercial 55-inch curved 4K smart LCD TV.

▲ Tmall official flagship store, the lowest micro whale W55C in the whole network, with a price of 4598. Click to view details.

Before the next evaluation, if you have caught a cold, please read the old series, answer some questions you may encounter when buying, and then click the link above to buy this new product.

1. What are the advantages of a 4000R curved LCD TV like W55C over a "flat" LCD TV?

The curvature of 4000R indicates that the screen can be connected into a circle with a radius of 4m. Major TV manufacturers say that curved LCD TVs are superior to "flat" LCD TVs in contrast, brightness uniformity and distortion rate. At the same time, it fits the natural curvature of human eyes and can create a cinema-like immersive viewing experience. According to the actual feeling of the old editor, it is possible to achieve the above effect by watching the micro whale W55C at about 2~3m.

2. How does Micro Whale W55C compare with 55-inch curved 4K smart TVs of TCL, LeTV and other brands?

Simply put, compared with the 55-inch curved 4K smart TV of the same level "traditional" brand, the micro whale W55C is superior in hardware, software and content. Compared with Internet brands, 55-inch curved 4K smart TV has more advantages in price and content.

3. Does the micro whale W55C have its own base?

The micro whale W55C comes standard with a base for desktop placement. Wall hanging, it is recommended to use the official service of micro whale, the price is 169.

4. Which company produced the "True 4K Curved Screen" of the micro whale W55C?

The curved 4K LCD screen on the W55C is produced by CSOT in China. With RGB tricolor technology, the resolution of 3840×2 160 can completely reach the 4K standard.

5. In what ways can the micro whale W55C watch 4K video?

W55C can watch most of the existing 4K videos with different video/audio coding and packaging formats through the network, HDMI and USB.

6. Is there an unofficial App installed on the micro whale W55C?

In addition to downloading and installing various types of applications and game applications in the official app store, W55C can also install other types of applications for TV through remote telephone and USB interface.

7. Can't I watch the online video provided by W55C if I'm not a micro whale member?

Non-whale members can watch all free online videos except VIP logo on W55C.

8. Can the pictures on the mobile phone be wirelessly transmitted to W55C for playback?

The micro whale W55C supports both AirPlay and Miracast technologies. As long as it is connected to the same router as the TV, iOS devices can directly choose wireless transmission, and Android devices can download and install the "Micro Whale Assistant" App.

Evaluation of 4K Smart TV on W55C Curved Surface of Micro Whale-Packaging &; attachment

Due to the curved screen, the W55C is nearly 10cm thicker than the 55-inch "flat" model before the micro whale. The material is still low-key ordinary cardboard, and the packaging form is the two-stage design of "upper cover and lower cover" adopted by the micro whale model over 49 inches.

▲ W55C packaging box of micro whale is a two-stage design of "upper sleeve and lower sleeve".

▲ There are handle openings on both sides of the packaging box of the micro whale W55C.

In addition to the brand LOGO, customer service phone number and official WeChat QR code printed on the box, energy efficiency and product information labels are also attached to the upper right corner and lower right corner of the box. From the latter, it can be confirmed that W55C, like the 40-inch and 49-inch models recently released by Micro Whale, are made by Huizhou TCL Overseas Electronics.

▲ The micro whale W55C is manufactured by Huizhou TCL Overseas Electronics.

▲ There is also a square sealing sticker on the top cover of the micro whale W55C box.

In addition, there is a square sealing sticker (gospel of unpacking party ...) on the top cover of the packaging box of the micro whale W55C. Before unpacking, the old editor suggested that two people should handle and install the package according to the government's suggestion, and read the instructions carefully, carefully and carefully.

On the front of W55C packaging box, you can see three thick pieces of foam plastic.

▲ On the back of W55C packaging box, you can see the supporting paper column with the same height.

After opening the packaging box, we can see that the body and accessories of the micro whale W55C are "properly" fixed in the packaging box by three thick foam plastics and a supporting paper column with the same height. In this way, even through the "China characteristics" express delivery and logistics distribution, the TV can be guaranteed to be intact when consumers receive it.

▲ The W55C box of micro whale is also printed with the pattern of making whale rocking chair.

▲ The packaging box featuring micro whales "transforms" the whale rocking chair.

In the aspect of "transformation" of the packaging box with micro whale characteristics, although the packaging box size of W55C is larger than any micro whale model on the market at present. But the box is still printed with patterns. After consumers simply cut and assembled it, a lovely whale rocking chair appeared.

▲ Mini Whale W55C's split standard parts carton W

▲ Standard accessories for micro whale W55C.

In addition to the TV set which is divided into two parts: the base and the screen, there is also a carton in the packaging box of the micro whale W55C, which contains standard accessories such as remote control, power cord, A/V adapter, manual and so on. Here, the editor briefly introduces some main accessories.

▲ The standard power cord of the micro whale W55C is still provided by Conan Electronics.

▲ The plugs at both ends of the standard power cord of the micro whale W55C are designed in an inverted L shape.

The 1.5m power cord conforming to the 60227 RVV IEC 52 standard is still provided by Conan Electronics, and the plugs at both ends are designed in an inverted L shape. In this way, when the TV is installed on the wall and connected to the wall socket, the situation that the power cord is excessively bent and occupies adjacent jacks can be avoided.

▲ Standard remote control of micro whale W55C

▲ The standard remote control model of the micro whale W55C is still BRC077.

In terms of standard remote control, W55C also adopts BRC077, which is the same as most models of micro whales. Equipped with Broadcom's latest low-power Bluetooth (BLE)4.0 scheme, it still has the directionless remote control capability of 10m and the standby time is not less than that of the traditional infrared remote controller.

▲ The micro whale W55C comes standard with a microphone integrated on the top of the remote control for voice interaction.

▲ The W55C standard remote controller of Micro Whale adopts Broadcom's latest low-power Bluetooth 4.0 scheme.

12 key remote controller can not only control TV through keys, but also integrate a microphone for voice interaction at the top. In addition, on the back of the arc-shaped remote controller, a lateral shallow groove is designed at the position of the index finger when holding, which can better fit the different hand shapes of consumers.

Evaluation of 4K Smart TV on W55C Curved Surface of Micro Whale-Appearance &; Engagement/interface

In terms of design, the micro whale W55C is in the same strain as the W49F released in May this year. The sleek and simple narrow frame body perfectly blends with the elegant bridge seat, showing the "Gao Fushuai" temperament of curved 4K smart TV.

▲ The micro whale W55C is in the same strain as the W49F released in May this year.

▲ The sub-black metal front frame is almost consistent with the screen background color.

Because the color of the sub-black metal front frame is almost the same as the background color of the screen, it is difficult to detect its existence when viewed from a normal distance. In addition, a "Breathing" indicator light is arranged in the black bar area below the center of the bottom of the front frame, which lights up during startup/standby. This superposition of various effects can bring consumers a more "textured" visual experience.

▲ A "Breathe" indicator light is arranged in the black bar area below the center of the front frame.

▲ Hole-shaped hollowing technology is adopted on both sides below the front frame.

In addition, although the W55C speaker is installed in a "down-mounted" way, the two sides below the front frame are hollowed out, so to some extent, the problem that the reflected sound quality of the lower speaker is distorted due to different desktop materials placed on the narrow-frame TV is improved.

▲ The dark gray frosted metal bridge base of the micro whale W55C.

▲ The base of the micro whale W55C also adopts an inverted Y-shaped design similar to W49F.

As for the supporting structure, the dark gray frosted metal bridge bases on both sides of the fuselage also adopt an inverted Y-shaped design similar to W49F. After inserting the pedestal pillar into the corresponding jack at the bottom of the fuselage, connect and fix it with four standard hexagon screws (standby 1) and L-shaped hexagon screws.

▲ L/R marks are engraved on the two pedestal pillars, and the rhombic direction of the cross section is also different.

▲ The non-rotating base near 1.2m ensures the stability and safety of the support to the greatest extent.

Because the two pedestal pillars are engraved with L/R marks, and the rhombic direction of the cross section is also different, it can effectively avoid the left-right sequence error when installing the pedestal. At the same time, the non-rotating base near 1.2m will cause inconvenience in some cases, but it also ensures the support stability and safety of 17.2kg W55C to the greatest extent.

▲ The stepped integral shell of the micro whale W55C made of black engineering plastic.

▲ Two treaty 1m strip cooling grooves are designed on the back of the micro whale W55C.

Next, let's look at the back of the micro whale W55C. Firstly, two 1m strip-shaped heat sinks are installed on the stepped integral shell made of black engineering plastic, which can effectively ensure the long-term stability of this 55-inch curved 4K smart TV.

▲ Product information label in the center of the back of the micro whale W55C.

▲ The micro whale W55C still designed four special screw holes for wall hanging.

Secondly, although it is a curved TV, W55C has designed special screw holes for wall hanging on both sides of the LOGO and product information label in the center of the back shell. By the way, the official recommended wall hanging service fee of Micro Whale is only 169 yuan (including the hanger), which is definitely "kind" among many TV brands.

▲ All I/O interfaces of the micro whale W55C are arranged in the square groove on the right side of the back of the fuselage.

▲ The old editor feels that the I/O interface configuration of the micro whale W55C is still a bit "thin".

All I/O interfaces of W55C are arranged in the square groove on the right side of the back of the fuselage. As the first curved 4K smart TV for micro whale, there are only HDMI 2.0( 1 with arc function) ×2, A/V× 1, RF/DTMB× 1, USB 3.0×2, headphones /SPDIF× 1 and RJ45× 65.

▲ Five-dimensional OSD key on the lower right of the back of the micro whale W55C.

▲ A cooling/speaker slot and a power switch are also designed at the bottom of the back shell of the micro whale W55C.

In the protruding part below the I/O interface groove, there is an OSD button with micro whale characteristics. Because the same five-way physical keys as those on the standard remote controller are adopted, consumers will basically not have "misoperation" when using their controls. Finally, at the bottom of the back shell of the W55C, the micro whale also designed a strip-shaped heat sink/speaker slot, and the left side is still equipped with a rocker power switch.

Evaluation of 4K Smart TV on W55C Curved Surface of Micro Whale-Workmanship &; material

As the first curved 4K smart TV owned by Micro Whale, what is the specific hardware configuration of W55C? Then the old editor will take you to find out. First, remove 24 screws with different specifications on the back shell of the fuselage connecting the frame and the panel, and you can see the materials and layout inside the fuselage.

▲ Material and layout of the LCD screen, circuit board and cable inside the micro whale W55C.

On the back of LCD screen, the upper row is power board, logic board, image processing board and main board from left to right, and the lower row is power switch, speaker, wireless network card, speaker and five-way OSD key from left to right. Let's start with the W55C LCD panel.

▲ The LCD panel and display module of the micro whale W55C are all produced by Huaxing Optoelectronics.

As can be seen from the sticker on the top of the back of the LCD screen, the LCD panel and display module (including backlight) carried by Wei Whale W55C are all produced by China CSOT, and then packaged by TCL Overseas Electronics in China.

▲ This model is MT546 1D05 a-Si TFT LCD panel with a resolution of 3840×2 160.

As can be seen from the official introduction, this a-Si TFT LCD panel with the model of MT546 1D05 has a resolution of 3840×RGB×2 160, a curvature of 4000R, a response time of 6.5ms and a viewing angle of178178.

▲ The pixel arrangement of the curved 4K LCD panel of the micro whale W55C is RBG tricolor.

Because I feel that some readers still have Made in Japan. Made in Korea > Made in Taiwan Province Province > Domestic LCD panels are mixed, so the old editors here feel it necessary to introduce Shenzhen Huaxing Optoelectronic Technology Co., Ltd., which has the fifth largest shipment of LCD panels for TV in the world.

▲ The second phase of Huaxing Optoelectronics' 8.5-generation LCD panel production line adopts a number of industry-leading technologies.

Established in June 2009 165438+ 10/6, Huaxing optoelectronics is a state-level high-tech enterprise with a registered capital of183.42 million yuan. The curved 4K LCD panel used by Wei Whale W55C is a "domestic" product produced by the 8th generation line in the second phase with a total investment of 24.4 billion yuan. It started construction on June +065438+ 10/6, 2065438, and adopted a number of industry-leading technologies.

▲ The motherboard of Micro Whale W55C

Although due to the test requirements, we can't see the "true content" of the processor under the large area aluminum heat sink in the center of the W55C motherboard. However, according to official website's description, W55C, like most models of micro whales, is equipped with MSD6A828 true 64-bit processor provided by Mstar.

▲ The micro whale W55C is still equipped with the MSD6A828 true 64-bit processor provided by Mstar.

The MSD6A828 designed with Cortex-A53 architecture is a quad-core processor with the clock frequency of 1.4GHz, with 6-core (4+2) Mali-450MP4 GPU, MACE-Pro3 UC ultra-clear image quality engine, and HDR (high dynamic range) application support, which can perfectly present 4K images with more contrast.

▲ official introduction page of ▲Mstar MSD6A828 processor.

In addition, MSD6A828 also has the ability to support Android L system, HDMI 2.0a specification and hard decoding of all 4K formats such as H.264, VP9 and H.265, especially H.265/4K/60Hz/ 10bit, so that W55C can easily watch almost all 4K online videos with only 10M bandwidth.

▲ Comparison Diagram of Cortex-A53/A9/A17/A72 Architecture.

What the old editor here wants to explain is that although there is a certain gap in performance with MSD6A9 18, MSD6A928 and MSD6A938 of Cortex-A9/A 17/A72 architecture, the MSD6A828 processor can make the micro whale W55C more cost-effective, which will pass the test later.

▲ The micro whale W55C adopts SK Hynix 8 DDR3 particles and Samsung 1 MLC particles.

After the processor, let's take a look at the memory and flash memory on the motherboard. Eight SK Hynix DDR3- 1866 granules with model H5TQ4G63CFR-RDC and Samsung MLC granules with model KLM8G 1GEND-B03 1 make the memory and flash memory capacity of W55C reach 2GB and 8GB respectively.

▲ The micro whale W55C is equipped with an independent image processing board of Mstar MST6M60 MEMC chip.

As for the independent image processing board, W55C, like WTV55K 1X/T released in March this year, is a MEMC (Motion Prediction and Motion Compensation) chip based on Mstar brand MST6M60.

▲ Technical schematic diagram of ▲MEMC (Motion Prediction and Motion Compensation)

▲ Smoothness test of micro whale W55C motion picture playback.

MEMC technology can insert a motion compensation frame between two images, thus increasing the refresh rate from 50/60Hz to 100/ 120Hz. It can effectively improve the response speed and shorten the image smear time beyond the range of human perception, thus eliminating the afterimage of the previous frame and making the moving picture clearer and smoother.

▲ Huaxing photoelectric logic board of Wei Whale W55C

The image data signals processed by the main board and the image processing board will be sent to the logic board provided by Huaxing Optoelectronic, and the model number is ST 5461D 04-1-C-1. It can help W55C realize point-to-point restoration of 4K images through adaptive video coding algorithm preset in the master control of airborne CSQ 13 model.

▲ Micro Whale W55C wireless network card is designed with MIMO technology and external 3 antennas.

There is a wireless network card under the logic board, which adopts MIMO (multiple input multiple output) technology and is designed with three external antennas, and supports the new IEEE 802. 1 1ac protocol. It can provide faster speed and wider coverage than the previous WiFi standard, and it also has the backward compatibility of the old standard router.

▲ The micro whale W55C is equipped with two independent cavity speakers, 10W full-frequency unit and dual passive units.

As for the speakers on both sides of the wireless network card, Micro Whale W55C is equipped with two independent cavity speakers, 10W full-frequency unit and double passive units (passive radiators), which is the highest level in the existing product line.

▲ The tweeter adopts patented ingot tweeter diffusion technology.

Thanks to the patented double-sided balanced bass enhancement and the application of the second-generation ingot basin treble diffusion technology, coupled with the professional adjustment of psychoacoustics, the independent cavity speaker of the micro whale W55C can effectively reduce the common sound reflection and diffusion losses, thus bringing consumers a better listening experience.

▲ Power board of micro whale W55C

Finally, a power board with the model of FSP 180-2FS0 1 supplies power for the motherboard, image processing board, logic board, wireless network card and speakers. It can divide the current input from the power interface into two paths, which are respectively transmitted to the LCD screen and the motherboard after passing through filter inductors, transformers and other components.

Evaluation of 4K Smart TV System for Micro Whale W55C Curved Surface &: content

The operating system of Micro Whale W55C adopts a 64-bit TV dedicated system based on Android L. The customized interface named WUI contains seven sections: [Search], [Signal Source], [My TV], [Wonderful Recommendation], [Classification], [Application] and [Settings].

▲ The micro whale W55C adopts the WUI interface designed by Pingpu homepage.

After starting for the first time, users can see a setup wizard interface. Intuitive graphic forms can guide consumers to perform remote control pairing, network connection and other operations. After the setting is completed, the interface will not appear again. You can easily control any function of W55C through the remote control by entering the WUI customized interface of waterfall design.

▲ Micro Whale W55C first boot setup demonstration

Through the actual demonstration video, we can see that the control fluency of W55C is very high when the software and hardware are properly matched. There is no obvious delay in interface and function switching, and the micro whale has indeed achieved the highest level of smart TV at present.

▲ Micro Whale W55C interface operation fluency test

▲ Micro Whale W55C Voice Interaction Function Test

When doing any operation, Micro Whale has chosen to cooperate deeply with Iflytek Company, a domestic leader, on the voice interaction function of holding down the voice key of the remote controller. It is not only based on the voice database in Iflytek and the text content list recorded on TV, but also optimized for the usage habits of domestic consumers. Only in this way can we truly realize "say what we think and do it in one step".

▲ Micro Whale TV has many popular solo content resources.

For smart TV consumers, of course, the online video playback function is the most used. Whether you can see the latest blockbusters, TV dramas and variety shows, and whether you can synchronize with TV stations is definitely the most concerned. In this regard, Micro Whale's Internet TV license partner is GITV, and its genuine content partners are Tencent Video, Mango TV and VICE.

▲ Movies, TV dramas and variety shows in the micro whale W55C [Classification]

At present, the movie library of Micro Whale has included more than 8,500 movies and more than 65,438+10,000 TV series. 100% covers David's hit dramas and TOP 10 popular variety shows. The wonderful contents such as Super League, Champions League and online concerts are synchronized from time to time, and it is also promised to be continuously updated every year.

▲ Micro Whale W55C Online 4K Video Playback Test

Here, I once edited in the [Classification]-[Movies]-[Characteristic Cinema] section, and found a 4K version of "Hong Kong Long" released in September 2065438+2005 and played it. Click the movie poster icon with the remote control to enter the playing interface, which contains not only the story, actors and other introductions, but also similar movies and movie reviews.

▲ When playing online video, the micro whale W55C can't adjust the [scene mode] as it does when playing I/O interface input.

W55C's leading H.265 hard decoding ability can realize a smooth 4K online video viewing experience. In actual use, when watching this film, the 20M bandwidth of the telecom used by the old editor basically does not need to be buffered, no matter whether it is played, fast-forward or fast-backward. Of course, consumers can also choose four kinds of picture definition according to the actual loan situation at home: standard definition, high definition, ultra-clear and 4K.

▲ The [App Store] of Micro Whale W55C provides various types of apps and game apps for download.

In the [Applications]-[App Store] section, W55C provides various types of applications and game applications for download. In addition, consumers can install more types of applications for TV through remote telephone and USB interface through the options in [Applications]-[My Applications].

▲ Micro Whale W55C built-in game fluency test

Here, the editor downloaded and tried a game called Riptide 2 in the [App Store]. As can be seen from the video, when W55C runs this 48MB game, the picture effect and fluency are quite good.

▲ The micro whale W55C supports both AirPlay and Miracast technologies.

▲ Scan the QR code in [Settings]-[General]-[Usage Settings]-[Mobile Assistant] and download the "Micro Whale Assistant" App.

Finally, due to the support of both AirPlay and Miracast technologies, the iPod touch, iPhone and iPad in consumers' hands can directly wirelessly project photos, music and videos on the device onto this 55-inch curved 4K screen as long as they are connected to the same router as the micro whale W55C.

▲ "Micro Whale Assistant" Android App interface

▲ With the "Micro Whale Assistant", photos, music and videos on the device can be wirelessly projected to the micro whale W55C for playback.

Consumers using Android phones or tablets can download and install an App called Micro Whale Assistant by scanning the QR code provided in [Settings]-[General]-[Usage Settings]-[Mobile Assistant] to realize wireless projection and TV remote control. Of course, Apple users can also download and install this app in the App Store.

Evaluation of 4K Smart TV on W55C Curved Surface of Micro Whale-Image Quality &; Operating point

It takes four pages to introduce the packaging, accessories, appearance, interface, workmanship, materials, system and content of the micro whale W55C, but as the saying goes, "Take it or run". So next, the old editor will test the basic performance of this 55-inch curved 4K smart TV through a series of pictures, videos and software.

▲ In the basic test of the micro whale W55C LCD screen, [Image]-[Scene Mode] was set to the default [Standard Mode].

In the basic test of LCD screen, the old editor used HDMI-HDMI to connect the micro whale W55C with the computer, and put [Scene Mode] and [Dynamic Backlight] in [Image and Sound] in [Standard Mode] and [Off] respectively. After all, consumers will have more such situations in their daily use. .

▲ The micro whale W55C shows a screenshot of the tricolor map.

After preheating for 30 minutes, it can be seen from the pictures taken on the screen of three primary colors that W55C has the best visual color performance, followed by red and slightly darker green.

▲ Test the color gamut coverage of micro whale W55C with Spyder 5 ELITE colorimeter.

In terms of color gamut, after testing with Spyder 5 ELITE colorimeter, it can be seen that the curved 4K LCD screen used by W55C can reach 100% and 85% coverage on sRGB and NTSC respectively, and its performance is quite excellent. Higher than the average level of general wide-angle TV.

▲ The micro whale W55C can reach 100% sRGB and 85% NTSC coverage.

In the white picture for testing the color and brightness uniformity of the LCD screen, the micro whale W55C is quite satisfactory. Visually, the center of the panel is slightly brighter than the surrounding area. However, in the black picture of the light leakage distribution of LCD, we can see that the light leakage is still slight.

▲ The micro whale W55C shows a screen shot of black and white pictures.

Gray and color screen tests have been used to evaluate the gray transition and black-and-white conversion ability of LCD screens. The more obvious the contrast, the stronger the TV's ability to process color pictures. As can be seen from the screen photos, the details of the bright and dark parts of the W55C display screen are good, and the color gradation transition has reached the upstream level of the current TV.

▲ The micro whale W55C shows a screenshot of the color scale and gray scale.

Of course, it is impossible to test the image quality of curved 4K smart TV only by using these conventional projects. Next, the old editor also played it with USB interface, and showed the test chart made by Professor Qian Yuankai, a member of China Photographers Association and a famous photographic equipment expert. W55C can accurately and conveniently detect the effect of 4K TV.

▲ Screenshot of "4K TV resolution test chart" displayed by Wei Whale W55C.

It can be seen from the first screen shot of "4K TV Resolution Test Diagram" including characters, line drawings, resolution table and color block structure that this curved 4K a-Si TFT LCD screen of W55C really meets the resolution requirement of 3840x2 160.

▲ Micro Whale W55C shows a screenshot of "4K TV Tone Level Restoration Test Chart"

And the second test chart of tonal gradation reduction of 4K TV. Generally, 4K TV should be able to display the gradation of 8 and 253 in the light and dark parts, and the gradation distribution chart and spherical chart can also display all the gradations, among which W55C can easily achieve a small "transcendence" result.

▲ Micro Whale W55C shows a screenshot of "4K TV color performance and viewing angle test chart"

Finally, when playing the third picture of 4K TV color representation and viewing angle test, W55C completely reached the ideal state when displaying the 24 color blocks of the left HSB color system and the color distribution maps of R, G, B, Y, C and M, only on two color ball maps, there was a slight annular stratification.

▲ Wei Whale W55C's "Ann Bunny Evaluation TV v6.0. 1" ran off.

In the confirmation of hardware performance level, the old editor can't "avoid custom" but use the common running software "Ann Bunny evaluates TV v6.0. 1". From the results, the score of W55C exceeds 2W7 (approximately equal to Samsung Galaxy S4). Although it will be about 6K~2W points lower than the products using MSD6A9 18/928 and the latest MSD6A938 (online data), it is at least more than RMB1000. Do you think it is unnecessary to smooth the operation conclusion in the previous chapter?

▲ Results of micro whale W55C "Ann Bunny Video Test Version 3.0".

Finally, regarding the compatibility of playing video through USB interface, the old editor tested the micro whale W55C with Ann Bunny video test v3.0 From the test details, the hard decoding ability of Mstar MSD6A828 processor is really quite powerful. Of the 30 different video/audio coding and packaging formats, only two are uncommon and cannot be supported.

▲ Only two uncommon videos cannot be supported.

Because most of Ann Bunny's video test v3.0 only tests videos with the resolution of 1920x 1080, the editor also downloaded 7 pieces of 4K videos with different resolutions, video/audio coding, frame number, code rate and channel on the network, and played them through USB interface to test the ability of the micro whale W55C.

▲ Micro Whale W55C5USB 4K Video Playback Test

Through the actual screen capture video, we can see that there is no sound when playing a 4K video encapsulated by MKV of AVC, 120fps, 100Mbps, DTS-ES, 6. 1ch, BT, and all other 4K videos can be played smoothly on W55C without exception.

Summary: As the first curved 4K smart TV launched by Micro Whale, W55C still has some shortcomings, such as less I/O interfaces, non-top hardware configuration, and inability to adjust the scene mode (when playing online video). However, in the eyes of old editors, with "sufficient" hardware configuration, "easy-to-use" software design and "massive" content resources, the micro whale W55C is still one of the first choices to enter the curved surface 4K era. Of course, if you have planned to buy a curved 4K smart TV with larger size and higher configuration, the old editor suggested that you consider it again when the second 78-inch split curved 4K smart TV of Micro Whale was released on September 30th.