If you're on a tight budget and looking for a TV, the Insignia F20 is the more affordable option, though its performance across various content like movies or sports isn't strong, and it may not be suitable for brightly lit rooms. On the other hand, the Amazon Omni Series costs more but provides modest improvements in picture quality, especially in bright rooms, and has slightly better sound. Neither model excels at gaming, and both have limitations such as poor local dimming and viewing angles. If you prioritize streaming and HDR content, the Omni Series supports more HDR formats, which can enhance your viewing experience with compatible content. Consider where you'll place the TV and what you'll watch most when making your choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Amazon Omni Series (LCD)
The Amazon Omni Series (LCD) has no clear advantages over the Insignia F20 (LCD).
Advantages of the Insignia F20 (LCD)
Good viewing angle
Key differences
Picture Quality
6.1/10
5.1/10
7.38/10
CONTRAST
4.16/10
6.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.1/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
LED
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
IPS
The Amazon Omni Series (LCD) has only fair picture quality, while the Insignia F20 (LCD) has poor picture quality.
News, Talk, & Other TV
6.0/10
5.3/10
7.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.3/10
6.6/10
UPSCALING
5.5/10
The Amazon Omni Series (LCD) is only fair for news, talk, & other TV, while the Insignia F20 (LCD) is poor.
Bright Room
6.3/10
4.5/10
5.3/10
VIEWING ANGLE
7.1/10
7.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.3/10
5.7/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
2.5/10
5.9/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
5.9/10
The Amazon Omni Series (LCD) is only fair for bright room, while the Insignia F20 (LCD) is poor.
Cost
$330
$200
$100
$200
$300
$400
$500
The Amazon Omni Series (LCD) has a price of $330 and the Insignia F20 (LCD) costs $200.
The Amazon Omni Series (LCD) and Insignia F20 (LCD) are both poor for movies & TV.
Sports
5.8/10
6.0/10
2.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
2.5/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
8.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
5.7/10
6.6/10
UPSCALING
5.5/10
7.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.3/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
No
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Insignia F20 (LCD) to be only fair for sports, while the Amazon Omni Series (LCD) is poor.
Gaming
5.6/10
5.4/10
6.0/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
5.7/10
8.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
5.7/10
2.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
2.5/10
0.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
0.0/100
5.9/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
2.5/10
The Amazon Omni Series (LCD) and Insignia F20 (LCD) are both poor for gaming.
Cartoons & Animation
5.8/10
5.7/10
5.9/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
5.5/10
6.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.1/10
7.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.3/10
5.2/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
7.9/10
6.0/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.8/10
The Amazon Omni Series (LCD) and Insignia F20 (LCD) are both poor for cartoons & animation.
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How the Amazon Omni Series (LCD) and the Insignia F20 (LCD) compare to other TVs
"If you want a competent budget screen with some handy features, the Amazon Omni TV delivers an experience that punches well above its price tag. You’ll also get the benefit of Fire TV’s new UI right out of the box. It’s clean and simple to understand, plus it puts content first. In the picture-quality department, the Amazon Omni is a surprising star among some of its dimmer, less colorful rivals."
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About Amazon
Amazon, the largest online retailer in North America, has forged partnerships with TCL and Hisense to produce white-label TVs incorporating their Fire OS software. These Amazon-branded TVs typically compete in the low-end and mid-range segments, offering compelling price points. Leveraging their strong reputation, Amazon has swiftly built brand trust in the TV market despite being relatively new to it. To enhance their popularity, these TVs integrate features from the Amazon ecosystem, including Alexa, providing users with a seamless and interconnected TV experience.
About Insignia
Insignia is an in-house brand from BestBuy. It offers a range of TV sets that are lower-end and smaller size. They are manufactured in China by Hisense, which is another TV brand. Insignia TVs use Amazon's Fire OS as the smart TV software, providing users with a highly user-friendly experience.
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