I saw Loewe's new small 4K TVs with high-end image quality and sound, and
they look very tempting for cineasts in a small space

Date:
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 17:08:26 +0000

Description:
Small and mighty when it comes to both sound and pictures

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common in monitors, but not TVs so I was pleased to see the German AV
company Loewe ( which recently started selling in the US as well as Europe ) was showing a new small-but-premium line-up of TVs at ISE 2026.

The Vega series is available in both 32 and 43 inch varieties, and they share a number of visual characteristics with Loewes higher-tier Stellar TV line , with a similar stand and brushed aluminium-fronted soundbar array beneath the display. The ranges diverge in terms of screen tech, with the Vega models featuring an LCD panel rather than the OLED tech boasted by the Stellar, and the Vega range also sports a more standard plastic rear housing rather than the unique concrete-clad casing of it bigger brother. Article continues below You may like The best 32-inch TV: small screens for any budget Ive chosen the best TVs you can buy to suit every budget, after hundreds of hours of real-world testing The best 85-inch TVs: huge 4K and 8K TVs worth buying

Despite those concessions, the new line up is far from entry-level, with the 32-inch option priced at 1,650, with the 43-inch model coming in at similarly lofty 1,900. Those hefty price tags begin to make some sense when watching
the 43-inch model being put through its paces on the Loewe stand, however. (Image credit: Kevin Lynch) While watching demo playback of a space scene, I was immediately impressed by the deep black tones being delivered, while a distinct lack of blooming from the super-bright lights of spacecraft travelling through the galaxy had me genuinely questioning whether it was indeed an LCD panel I was standing in front of.

Key to this surprising contrast performance is the Vegas full-array direct
LED backlighting a lot of TV this size use with an impressively dense grid of 390 local dimming zones on the 43-inch model (the 32-inch Vega, meanwhile, boasts a more than respectable 260 dimming zones). Get daily insight, inspiration and deals in your inbox Sign up for breaking news, reviews, opinion, top tech deals, and more. Contact me with news and offers from other Future brands Receive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsors By submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over.

While I wasnt able to view high framerate content during the demo, the LCD panel on the larger Vega supports 4K 120Hz alongside variable refresh rate from its two HDMI 2.1 ports, however the 32 incher only goes up to 60Hz at
4K, so it's not quite as much of a gaming powerhouse.

Dolby Vision IQ HDR that adapts based on the ambient lighting is supported, along with HDR10 and HLG. (Image credit: Kevin Lynch) Situated behind a specially engineered aluminium speaker grill beneath the display is an integrated Dolby Atmos soundbar with 60 watts of Class-D amplification, which also impressed me with noticeable separation and a surprising amount of low end power. What to read next I saw Samsung's world-first 130-inch RGB TV and it's one beautiful beast Panasonics 2026 TV line-up is here, and I saw it in action The best 75-inch TVs, all tested by our big-screen experts

While the option exists to hook up your own sound system up via HDMI eARC connectivity, the built-in system seems to be more than capable for regular viewing, and a big plus point for a TV thats aimed at rooms where space may
be limited.

The Vega line runs on Loewe OS, which is a tweaked version of Hisense s VIDAA platform, continuing Loewes move away from Samsung s Tizen operating system . While in my experience VIDAA is a lean and nippy interface, offering access
to all the key streaming services, its library of available apps beyond this often feels light compared to other storefronts, meaning you might be reliant on a streaming box for more niche stuff.

Theres also Bluetooth, Apple AirPlay, Miracast, DLNA, and Matter connectivity as well. (Image credit: Kevin Lynch) The high-quality panel tech means the
set is noticeably thicker than your average small LCD TV, while the super stylish aluminium frame, smooth rotating table stand, and overall heft underline its 'Made in Germany' luxury feel.

Aesthetically, my only personal gripe is one that I have with all current Loewe TVs the brand label tag that appears on the right hand side of the screen a badge of design cool perhaps, but one I find something of a distraction from whats happening onscreen. (Image credit: Kevin Lynch) As mentioned, the new Vega line doesnt have a great deal of premium competition when it comes to these sort of screen sizes in the 4K resolution bracket,
with Samsungs Q8F QLED likely to be its main rival in the 32-inch category. However the South Korean brands effort lacks local dimming, so Loewe has an edge.

The competition picks up somewhat when moving up to 43 inches, with Samsungs QN90F Mini LED packing a faster refresh rate at 165Hz, while the fantastic LG C5 OLED TV offers even better contrast thanks to its self-emissive panel.

It's still nice to see Loewe offering another premium option in this kind of size though there are tons of people who care a lot about quality who don't have the space or inclination to get a bigger-screen set. Thinking of buying
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