Engadget’s weekly podcast pits the emerging RGB panel against the long‑standing OLED format as the top choice for new‑home theaters. Host Devindra Hardawar welcomes CECritic founder Dipin Sehdev, who maps RGB’s position in the current TV alphabet soup and explains how its color volume claims differ from OLED’s deep blacks. Both argue that price pressure reshapes the premium segment.

RGB panels promise wider color gamuts and higher peak brightness, but they still rely on a backlight that can cause haloing in dark scenes. OLED, meanwhile, retains pixel‑level dimming, delivering true blacks at a fraction of its former cost as manufacturers slash prices across 55‑inch and larger models. Sehdev cautions buyers to weigh these trade‑offs against room lighting and content type.

The episode ends with practical buying tips: prioritize HDR performance, check for HDMI 2.1 support, and verify that the TV’s processing engine handles motion well. For most consumers, Sehdev concludes that OLED still offers the best overall picture value, while RGB may appeal to enthusiasts chasing peak brightness for bright living rooms. Choose the set that matches your viewing environment.