First 8K Monitor from Sharp

The LV-85001 comes with a huge, uncurved 85 inches and so-called “Super Hi-Vision” – and it consumes a lot of power. And so 4K is already Out again.

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Details from the Japanese data sheet: (Translation errors therefore Possible, and since we have not really seen the device yet, to be enjoyed with a pinch of salt)

  • 85-inch diagonal with a resolution of 7,680 x 4,320 pixels based on Sharp’s own IGZO technology
  • Connection to a playback device via HDMI 2.0. The bandwidth can transmit a signal at 24, 30 and 60 Hertz, a player can be connected directly via USB, and there is a network connection with 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX.
  • True display of high-dynamic-range content.
  • Maximum luminance of 1,000 candelas per square metre
  • Vertical and horizontal installation, suitable for digital signage applications
  • Electrical power consumption of 1,440 watts. For comparison: LG’s 4K IPS television 84UB980V consumes around 233 watts with a diagonal of 84 inches.

The LV-85001 is scheduled to enter series manufacturingon October 30, but only to order. The price is negotiable.