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Philips Smart Television 75" 4K UHD Mini LED 75PML9008/12 The Xtra HDR (2023)

Name: Philips Smart Television 75" 4K UHD Mini LED 75PML9008/12 The Xtra HDR (2023)
Brand: Philips
SKU: 46669427
Rating: 4.1 (19 reviews)

Key features:

Ambilight TV
P5 Picture Processor
Dolby Atmos Sound

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Top specs

Diagonal 75 "
Panel Type

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Refresh Rate

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HDR Types

Technologies that enhance contrast and color performance for a more realistic image. There are various HDR standards, such as HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG, and HDR10+, with differences in quality and display capabilities.
Number of HDMI 2.1

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Description

Ambilight TV

Ambilight TVs are the only TVs with LED lights behind the screen that respond to what you're watching, immersing you in a halo of colorful light. It changes everything: Your TV looks bigger and you will enjoy your favorite shows, movies, and games more.

Mini-LED Technology

Whatever you watch, Xtra's mini-LED technology offers you truly impressive picture quality on a large screen, with deep blacks, top-notch contrast, and realistic colors. Additionally, this 4K UHD Ambilight TV is compatible with all major HDR formats, allowing you to see more details, even in both dark and bright areas.

MiniLED TV

MiniLED. Smart backlight zones. Incredible contrast.

Perfect Picture System P5

The Philips P5 system delivers pictures as stunning as the content you love. Details have significantly more depth. Colors are vibrant, while skin tones appear more natural. The contrast is so sharp that you will feel every detail. Motion is exceptionally smooth.

Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos

With built-in Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos, your movies, shows, and games have incredible picture and sound. See the picture as the director envisioned and forget about disappointing, dark scenes that you can't see! Hear every word clearly. Enjoy sound effects as if they are happening around you.

Top Design

The ultra-thin metal frame and the slim metal legs in anthracite gray give this TV a dynamic, minimal look. The packaging uses FSC-certified recycled cardboard, while the printed material uses recycled paper.

DTS Play-Fi

The Philips wireless home system with DTS Play-Fi technology allows connection with compatible soundbars and wireless speakers in your home within seconds. Listen to the sound from movies in the kitchen. Listen to music everywhere.

Manufacturer

Philips - TVs Philips

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Specifications

Image

Diagonal: 75 "

Resolution: 4K Ultra HD

Refresh Rate: 120 Hz

Type of Panel: Mini LED

HDR Types: HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, HLG

Local Dimming: No

Audio

Channels: Stereo

Power: 20 W

Features & Functions

Receiver: DVB-C, DVB-S2, DVB-T2, DVB-T2 HD

Media Player: Yes

PVR Recording: No

Hotel Mode: No

Voice Commands: No

HbbTV: Yes

VRR: Yes

Audio Standards

Audio Templates: Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital, DTS Virtual: X

Additional Specifications

Supported Applications: Netflix, Youtube, DisneyPlus, Apple TV, Cosmote TV, Prime Video, Eon, Ant1+, Ertflix, Spotify

Software: Google TV

Smart Assistant: Alexa, Google Assistant

Smart Ecosystem: Alexa

Wired Connections

Ethernet: Yes

Headphones: Yes

Digital Audio Optical: Yes

USB: 2

HDMI: 4

Number of HDMI 2.1: 1

Wireless Connections

Wi-Fi: Yes

Bluetooth: Yes

Miracast: No

Chromecast Built-In: No

Screen Mirroring: Yes

AirPlay: No

Product Details

Release Date: 2023

Weight: 30.3 kg

VESA Mount: 300 x 300 mm

Energy Label

Energy Class: G

Dimensions (without Stand)

Width: 1671 mm

Height: 970 mm

Thickness: 85 mm

Dimensions (with Stand)

Width: 1671 mm

Height: 990 mm

Thickness: 352 mm

Important information

Specifications are collected from official manufacturer websites. Please verify the specifications before proceeding with your final purchase. If you notice any problem you can report it here.

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accgiapapei
2025-07-24

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This review is about size: 55 ", colour: Black

I have had it for 2 years now. The sound tired me a bit and I bought speakers. But that might just be my own peculiarity. It is still perfect. It doesn't lag, the picture is excellent and the lighting works just fine!

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nikos.vassiliadis
2025-04-03
This review is about size: 55 ", colour: Black

Purchased on 5/13/2024 the 65pml9008/12, as an exhibition product from a well-known large chain of stores.
Truly perfect picture and sound. All the comments that have been written are valid. However, it functioned normally for 2-3 months. Then various problems began. Sporadically it would turn on by itself, turn off by itself, lose channels and needed to be retuned, wouldn't connect to the internet, etc.
When the problems intensified, we decided to report a malfunction. The technician who came upgraded the software and asked us to monitor it for a while to see how it would go.
The problems continued. So the technician came again and concluded that the motherboard of the television would need to be replaced. Which indeed happened.
After the motherboard was replaced, it functioned normally for only a few days. Then the problems started again. And more intensely this time. The climax was that the television would turn on, the ambilights would light up, the Philips logo would appear but then it wouldn't load the software, the screen would go black and there was neither picture nor sound (even though the device remained on).
We reported a malfunction again, the same technician came back and told us that the motherboard would need to be replaced AGAIN!
Of course, this was not something we could accept. In a television purchased just 6 months ago, to change the motherboard 2 times? Obviously, this is a defective product. So we requested a replacement. Initially, Philips refused, stating that the company's policy is that as long as there are spare parts, a device replacement is not justified, only the replacement of the parts. We did not accept this, and so, with the help of the department store, they understood that they would have to replace it. However, the same model was not available, so they offered us a replacement with a similar model (65pml9019/12) which has now been ordered from abroad and we are waiting to receive it.
In conclusion, it may be a perfect television but after what happened to us (even if it's a one-off case and we were the unlucky ones) I would not recommend it to anyone

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FoBo
2025-03-01
This review is about size: 55 ", colour: Black

Great disappointment – eventually replaced after a lot of hassle

I bought the Philips 55PML9008/12 TV because of its technical features (MiniLED, Ambilight, P5 AI), expecting top image quality. Unfortunately, from the very first moment it showed severe backlight bleeding, to the extent that it seriously affected the viewing experience.

There followed two repairs (with replacement of the mainboard and panel), without any substantial result. Although Philips technical support was prompt and professional, the overall process was extremely time-consuming and demanding for the consumer.

Finally, after 25 days of continuous communication, a replacement with a newer model was approved.

⚠️ Although the series appears technologically advanced, the reliability of this particular unit was problematic. I would not recommend it – there are more stable and efficient options in the same category.

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4 out of 4 members found this review helpful

basilispats
2024-09-10

This review is about size: 65 ", colour: Black

This specific 65" television, with ambilight, the mini-LED panel 120Hz and a price of €800 (this is the current price as of 10/9/24 at a large red store) is truly VFM. The menu is really fast, it just lacks CosmoteTV and EonTV. The sound of the television is satisfactory. Where it really excels is the picture, which combined with the ambilight leaves you speechless!

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nbcool
2024-06-18

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Very good picture guys. The menu is user-friendly although it doesn't have many applications but it has the basics. Netflix, Disney, Amazon prime, YouTube. It doesn't have Cosmote TV, It doesn't have Spotify. I have installed google TV and I have everything. I also added a JBL 600W soundbar and it's a SLAUGHTER inside the bedroom. My wife suffers.

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giannispavlo
2024-06-02
This review is about size: 55 ", colour: Black

I've had it for a week. Compared to an LG UH770 that I have, it has better picture, clarity, and blacks that blew me away. Okay, it's not OLED, but the picture is amazing in one word. And 120Hz. I haven't explored the software much, but it seems good, it reminds me more of Google TV. I never liked LG's web OS. The Ambilight is indeed very nice.
Now for the negatives.
The sound is definitely good for a TV, but just good. You can adjust it however you want, but LG's is superior and has bass.
2-3 times it distorted the picture and the letters. I changed the channel, went back, and it fixed itself. I lowered the clarity and contrast, and it didn't do it again. Time will tell.
I read that it turns on by itself. It actually did it to me twice. Maybe with some update it will get fixed, I hope. Although it did get an update as soon as I connected it to the internet.
The remote control is not smart, but it is convenient and of good quality.
I don't think the menu is difficult; at first, it seems overwhelming, but once you learn it, you change your mind and it's okay.
Overall, at this price, 599, mini LED, 120Hz, Philips, and with such a picture, it's a good purchase.

Update 23-01-2025
Negatives: The TV loses channels. Almost every day I have to reinstall the channels from scratch. It's become tedious.
23-2-25 it got an update, everything is fine now.

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Guest012392193
2024-05-31
This review is about size: 55 ", colour: Black

I got the 55' for 590€.
The best choice I could have made.
It's worth even more.
My old one was LG, I also have Samsung and I didn't believe that Philips could stand up to them, yet it is incredibly good!
Very nice apps, very nice sound and amazing picture.
The build quality is very good and the remote control is of good quality plastic with quick response.

I almost never do reviews but for this TV I had to.

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Alexandros C
2024-05-20
This review is about size: 55 ", colour: Black

Very good image, viewing, LED lighting, incredible experience, etc. BUT it doesn't last long (Philips Ambilight series).

My first one (2020 model: [link]) burned out in 1.5 years. It was replaced under warranty with a new, newer model (12/2022: [link]), as the previous one couldn't be repaired and there was no stock. The new TV burned out in 7 months, and Philips' response was that the new one is out of warranty as it counts from the purchase of the first TV.

I may have been unlucky (2 TVs thrown away in 1.5 years and 7 months respectively + a friend who bought the first one and it burned out in 2.5 years). But I would think twice before buying a Philips Ambilight again.

That's what happened to me too: the best specs in the category - a real offer for a 58-inch TV with corresponding specs for only 389 euros (that's how much I bought it for in the distant 2021: laughing and crying at the same time). Anyone willing to change their TV every year and every 2 years (after that, it's out of warranty) and pay 600 euros, it's a great TV.

The comments and ratings on Skroutz focus on the specs - which are really worth it for 389 euros (I don't know about the 600 euros they have now with the EXACT SAME codes I provided or the new ones with the exact same technology). BUT the lifespan is long, unfortunately, as shown in the comments (if the consumer who experienced it bothers to leave a comment). The new potential consumer will also experience it in turn when they read the comments of the first few months for a more than value-for-money TV.

Yes, but if the durability improves in the new codes even though they have the same technology? Maybe the burnt-out boards were a problem of the older models (which strangely continue to be on the market today) and not for the new models? A review of the comments for all models in the Philips Ambilight series on Skroutz (and also abroad) will surprise you as they all have exactly the same pattern.

Philips' strategy to change product codes (while essentially the hardware and software are exactly the same) seems to work well! The ratings at the beginning are 5/5 (fairly, due to the specs and truly amazing viewing experience) but when the ratings for burnt-out boards start (usually after 1-2 years), new codes have already been released (like Manolis changed and put on different clothes). And similarly, they have 5/5 in the first few months until they start burning out themselves in 1-2 years and the ratings drop. But it doesn't matter, new codes will come out again with the same technology, etc. HOW CONVENIENT for Philips...

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ABAROT
2024-04-25
This review is about size: 55 ", colour: Black

First time I buy a Philips TV and I couldn't believe my eyes, incredible picture and sound, very easy menu and quite fast (without lag). In September 23rd, I bought a Sony 95/65" for the living room, which objectively has a very good picture, and recently I bought this 55" TV for the bedroom, far better picture than the Sony and I didn't expect it, considering I bought it on sale for half the price of the Sony (599 - 1199 respectively). It's awesome for Netflix - ps5 and this amblite it has takes it to another level. Very satisfied with the purchase.

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DionDamou99
2024-04-09
This review is about size: 55 ", colour: Black

The television is excellent! It has realistic colors with a crystal-clear picture, nice viewing angles, and powerful sound! Its menu is quite user-friendly and the LED lighting on its back gives a different feel to the space!

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kyriakosarzoglou
2024-03-24

This review is about size: 55 ", colour: Black

The TV has excellent picture quality and very powerful and clear sound. The menu is easy, the remote is not smart but it is complete and user-friendly. The TV would easily get five stars if it had an Android operating system. However, what it has is very poor, slow, and with quite a few glitches in its pre-installed apps. It does not have options for Cosmote TV, Nova TV, or Disney Channel. At least it has YouTube and Netflix. With an Android box, this problem is also solved, which is the only flaw of an otherwise amazing TV. At €599, which is its current offer price for the 55', there is no competitor that even comes close. Also, if you are a fan of ambilight, when the lights go out you will experience absolute magic. The package it offers is enough to be characterized as Value for money for the year.
Update: Just before two years were completed, it stopped recognizing the HDMI 1 port and as soon as you turn it off, the ambilight stays on permanently. It turns on by itself often and turns off by itself less frequently. Several times it also loses the internet connection. The picture and sound remain perfect when it plays but now the situation is frustrating. From four stars, we go down to two in just 22 months.

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helen199777
2024-03-19
Awesome television, excellent for its price. The sound is unbelievably good and it's the first time I see something like this on a television! It truly deserves it and it's very cheap for what it offers.

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gryllosv
2024-03-12

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So far, it is impeccable. The best for its price (I bought it for 700€). The ambilight is simply amazing. Very good picture quality and a wide viewing angle. If you're not looking for something in OLED, it is the best purchase.

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Papageo1234
2023-12-02
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Excellent and detailed image, colors beyond criticism, vibrant channel representation, clarity, and an ambilight that works in combination with the viewing of each channel or movie.

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MrGiannis85
2023-12-01

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AMAZING!!! Perfect picture even from a side angle and excellent sound. One of the best televisions with the guarantee of PHILIPS.

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nikossk29
2024-12-05

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almike
2024-07-14

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kostas_sifonios
2024-05-24
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Kostas_Giakoumelos
2024-01-14
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accgiapapei
2025-07-24

I have had it for 2 years now. The sound tired me a bit and I bought speakers. But that might just be my own peculiarity. It is still perfect. It doesn't lag, the picture is excellent and the lighting works just fine!

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nikos.vassiliadis
2025-04-03

Purchased on 5/13/2024 the 65pml9008/12, as an exhibition product from a well-known large chain of stores.
Truly perfect picture and sound. All the comments that have been written are valid. However, it functioned normally for 2-3 months. Then various problems began. Sporadically it would turn on by itself, turn off by itself, lose channels and needed to be retuned, wouldn't connect to the internet, etc.
When the problems intensified, we decided to report a malfunction. The technician who came upgraded the software and asked us to monitor it for a while to see how it would go.
The problems continued. So the technician came again and concluded that the motherboard of the television would need to be replaced. Which indeed happened.
After the motherboard was replaced, it functioned normally for only a few days. Then the problems started again. And more intensely this time. The climax was that the television would turn on, the ambilights would light up, the Philips logo would appear but then it wouldn't load the software, the screen would go black and there was neither picture nor sound (even though the device remained on).
We reported a malfunction again, the same technician came back and told us that the motherboard would need to be replaced AGAIN!
Of course, this was not something we could accept. In a television purchased just 6 months ago, to change the motherboard 2 times? Obviously, this is a defective product. So we requested a replacement. Initially, Philips refused, stating that the company's policy is that as long as there are spare parts, a device replacement is not justified, only the replacement of the parts. We did not accept this, and so, with the help of the department store, they understood that they would have to replace it. However, the same model was not available, so they offered us a replacement with a similar model (65pml9019/12) which has now been ordered from abroad and we are waiting to receive it.
In conclusion, it may be a perfect television but after what happened to us (even if it's a one-off case and we were the unlucky ones) I would not recommend it to anyone

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FoBo
2025-03-01

Great disappointment – eventually replaced after a lot of hassle

I bought the Philips 55PML9008/12 TV because of its technical features (MiniLED, Ambilight, P5 AI), expecting top image quality. Unfortunately, from the very first moment it showed severe backlight bleeding, to the extent that it seriously affected the viewing experience.

There followed two repairs (with replacement of the mainboard and panel), without any substantial result. Although Philips technical support was prompt and professional, the overall process was extremely time-consuming and demanding for the consumer.

Finally, after 25 days of continuous communication, a replacement with a newer model was approved.

⚠️ Although the series appears technologically advanced, the reliability of this particular unit was problematic. I would not recommend it – there are more stable and efficient options in the same category.

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basilispats
2024-09-10

This specific 65" television, with ambilight, the mini-LED panel 120Hz and a price of €800 (this is the current price as of 10/9/24 at a large red store) is truly VFM. The menu is really fast, it just lacks CosmoteTV and EonTV. The sound of the television is satisfactory. Where it really excels is the picture, which combined with the ambilight leaves you speechless!

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nbcool
2024-06-18

Very good picture guys. The menu is user-friendly although it doesn't have many applications but it has the basics. Netflix, Disney, Amazon prime, YouTube. It doesn't have Cosmote TV, It doesn't have Spotify. I have installed google TV and I have everything. I also added a JBL 600W soundbar and it's a SLAUGHTER inside the bedroom. My wife suffers.

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accgiapapei
2025-07-24

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This review is about size: 55 ", colour: Black

I have had it for 2 years now. The sound tired me a bit and I bought speakers. But that might just be my own peculiarity. It is still perfect. It doesn't lag, the picture is excellent and the lighting works just fine!

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nikos.vassiliadis
2025-04-03
This review is about size: 55 ", colour: Black

Purchased on 5/13/2024 the 65pml9008/12, as an exhibition product from a well-known large chain of stores.
Truly perfect picture and sound. All the comments that have been written are valid. However, it functioned normally for 2-3 months. Then various problems began. Sporadically it would turn on by itself, turn off by itself, lose channels and needed to be retuned, wouldn't connect to the internet, etc.
When the problems intensified, we decided to report a malfunction. The technician who came upgraded the software and asked us to monitor it for a while to see how it would go.
The problems continued. So the technician came again and concluded that the motherboard of the television would need to be replaced. Which indeed happened.
After the motherboard was replaced, it functioned normally for only a few days. Then the problems started again. And more intensely this time. The climax was that the television would turn on, the ambilights would light up, the Philips logo would appear but then it wouldn't load the software, the screen would go black and there was neither picture nor sound (even though the device remained on).
We reported a malfunction again, the same technician came back and told us that the motherboard would need to be replaced AGAIN!
Of course, this was not something we could accept. In a television purchased just 6 months ago, to change the motherboard 2 times? Obviously, this is a defective product. So we requested a replacement. Initially, Philips refused, stating that the company's policy is that as long as there are spare parts, a device replacement is not justified, only the replacement of the parts. We did not accept this, and so, with the help of the department store, they understood that they would have to replace it. However, the same model was not available, so they offered us a replacement with a similar model (65pml9019/12) which has now been ordered from abroad and we are waiting to receive it.
In conclusion, it may be a perfect television but after what happened to us (even if it's a one-off case and we were the unlucky ones) I would not recommend it to anyone

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FoBo
2025-03-01
This review is about size: 55 ", colour: Black

Great disappointment – eventually replaced after a lot of hassle

I bought the Philips 55PML9008/12 TV because of its technical features (MiniLED, Ambilight, P5 AI), expecting top image quality. Unfortunately, from the very first moment it showed severe backlight bleeding, to the extent that it seriously affected the viewing experience.

There followed two repairs (with replacement of the mainboard and panel), without any substantial result. Although Philips technical support was prompt and professional, the overall process was extremely time-consuming and demanding for the consumer.

Finally, after 25 days of continuous communication, a replacement with a newer model was approved.

⚠️ Although the series appears technologically advanced, the reliability of this particular unit was problematic. I would not recommend it – there are more stable and efficient options in the same category.

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basilispats
2024-09-10

This review is about size: 65 ", colour: Black

This specific 65" television, with ambilight, the mini-LED panel 120Hz and a price of €800 (this is the current price as of 10/9/24 at a large red store) is truly VFM. The menu is really fast, it just lacks CosmoteTV and EonTV. The sound of the television is satisfactory. Where it really excels is the picture, which combined with the ambilight leaves you speechless!

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nbcool
2024-06-18

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Very good picture guys. The menu is user-friendly although it doesn't have many applications but it has the basics. Netflix, Disney, Amazon prime, YouTube. It doesn't have Cosmote TV, It doesn't have Spotify. I have installed google TV and I have everything. I also added a JBL 600W soundbar and it's a SLAUGHTER inside the bedroom. My wife suffers.

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giannispavlo
2024-06-02
This review is about size: 55 ", colour: Black

I've had it for a week. Compared to an LG UH770 that I have, it has better picture, clarity, and blacks that blew me away. Okay, it's not OLED, but the picture is amazing in one word. And 120Hz. I haven't explored the software much, but it seems good, it reminds me more of Google TV. I never liked LG's web OS. The Ambilight is indeed very nice.
Now for the negatives.
The sound is definitely good for a TV, but just good. You can adjust it however you want, but LG's is superior and has bass.
2-3 times it distorted the picture and the letters. I changed the channel, went back, and it fixed itself. I lowered the clarity and contrast, and it didn't do it again. Time will tell.
I read that it turns on by itself. It actually did it to me twice. Maybe with some update it will get fixed, I hope. Although it did get an update as soon as I connected it to the internet.
The remote control is not smart, but it is convenient and of good quality.
I don't think the menu is difficult; at first, it seems overwhelming, but once you learn it, you change your mind and it's okay.
Overall, at this price, 599, mini LED, 120Hz, Philips, and with such a picture, it's a good purchase.

Update 23-01-2025
Negatives: The TV loses channels. Almost every day I have to reinstall the channels from scratch. It's become tedious.
23-2-25 it got an update, everything is fine now.

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Guest012392193
2024-05-31
This review is about size: 55 ", colour: Black

I got the 55' for 590€.
The best choice I could have made.
It's worth even more.
My old one was LG, I also have Samsung and I didn't believe that Philips could stand up to them, yet it is incredibly good!
Very nice apps, very nice sound and amazing picture.
The build quality is very good and the remote control is of good quality plastic with quick response.

I almost never do reviews but for this TV I had to.

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Alexandros C
2024-05-20
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Very good image, viewing, LED lighting, incredible experience, etc. BUT it doesn't last long (Philips Ambilight series).

My first one (2020 model: [link]) burned out in 1.5 years. It was replaced under warranty with a new, newer model (12/2022: [link]), as the previous one couldn't be repaired and there was no stock. The new TV burned out in 7 months, and Philips' response was that the new one is out of warranty as it counts from the purchase of the first TV.

I may have been unlucky (2 TVs thrown away in 1.5 years and 7 months respectively + a friend who bought the first one and it burned out in 2.5 years). But I would think twice before buying a Philips Ambilight again.

That's what happened to me too: the best specs in the category - a real offer for a 58-inch TV with corresponding specs for only 389 euros (that's how much I bought it for in the distant 2021: laughing and crying at the same time). Anyone willing to change their TV every year and every 2 years (after that, it's out of warranty) and pay 600 euros, it's a great TV.

The comments and ratings on Skroutz focus on the specs - which are really worth it for 389 euros (I don't know about the 600 euros they have now with the EXACT SAME codes I provided or the new ones with the exact same technology). BUT the lifespan is long, unfortunately, as shown in the comments (if the consumer who experienced it bothers to leave a comment). The new potential consumer will also experience it in turn when they read the comments of the first few months for a more than value-for-money TV.

Yes, but if the durability improves in the new codes even though they have the same technology? Maybe the burnt-out boards were a problem of the older models (which strangely continue to be on the market today) and not for the new models? A review of the comments for all models in the Philips Ambilight series on Skroutz (and also abroad) will surprise you as they all have exactly the same pattern.

Philips' strategy to change product codes (while essentially the hardware and software are exactly the same) seems to work well! The ratings at the beginning are 5/5 (fairly, due to the specs and truly amazing viewing experience) but when the ratings for burnt-out boards start (usually after 1-2 years), new codes have already been released (like Manolis changed and put on different clothes). And similarly, they have 5/5 in the first few months until they start burning out themselves in 1-2 years and the ratings drop. But it doesn't matter, new codes will come out again with the same technology, etc. HOW CONVENIENT for Philips...

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ABAROT
2024-04-25
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First time I buy a Philips TV and I couldn't believe my eyes, incredible picture and sound, very easy menu and quite fast (without lag). In September 23rd, I bought a Sony 95/65" for the living room, which objectively has a very good picture, and recently I bought this 55" TV for the bedroom, far better picture than the Sony and I didn't expect it, considering I bought it on sale for half the price of the Sony (599 - 1199 respectively). It's awesome for Netflix - ps5 and this amblite it has takes it to another level. Very satisfied with the purchase.

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DionDamou99
2024-04-09
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The television is excellent! It has realistic colors with a crystal-clear picture, nice viewing angles, and powerful sound! Its menu is quite user-friendly and the LED lighting on its back gives a different feel to the space!

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kyriakosarzoglou
2024-03-24

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The TV has excellent picture quality and very powerful and clear sound. The menu is easy, the remote is not smart but it is complete and user-friendly. The TV would easily get five stars if it had an Android operating system. However, what it has is very poor, slow, and with quite a few glitches in its pre-installed apps. It does not have options for Cosmote TV, Nova TV, or Disney Channel. At least it has YouTube and Netflix. With an Android box, this problem is also solved, which is the only flaw of an otherwise amazing TV. At €599, which is its current offer price for the 55', there is no competitor that even comes close. Also, if you are a fan of ambilight, when the lights go out you will experience absolute magic. The package it offers is enough to be characterized as Value for money for the year.
Update: Just before two years were completed, it stopped recognizing the HDMI 1 port and as soon as you turn it off, the ambilight stays on permanently. It turns on by itself often and turns off by itself less frequently. Several times it also loses the internet connection. The picture and sound remain perfect when it plays but now the situation is frustrating. From four stars, we go down to two in just 22 months.

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helen199777
2024-03-19
Awesome television, excellent for its price. The sound is unbelievably good and it's the first time I see something like this on a television! It truly deserves it and it's very cheap for what it offers.

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gryllosv
2024-03-12

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So far, it is impeccable. The best for its price (I bought it for 700€). The ambilight is simply amazing. Very good picture quality and a wide viewing angle. If you're not looking for something in OLED, it is the best purchase.

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Papageo1234
2023-12-02
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Excellent and detailed image, colors beyond criticism, vibrant channel representation, clarity, and an ambilight that works in combination with the viewing of each channel or movie.

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MrGiannis85
2023-12-01

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AMAZING!!! Perfect picture even from a side angle and excellent sound. One of the best televisions with the guarantee of PHILIPS.

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nikossk29
2024-12-05

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almike
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kostas_sifonios
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accgiapapei
2025-07-24

I have had it for 2 years now. The sound tired me a bit and I bought speakers. But that might just be my own peculiarity. It is still perfect. It doesn't lag, the picture is excellent and the lighting works just fine!

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nikos.vassiliadis
2025-04-03

Purchased on 5/13/2024 the 65pml9008/12, as an exhibition product from a well-known large chain of stores.
Truly perfect picture and sound. All the comments that have been written are valid. However, it functioned normally for 2-3 months. Then various problems began. Sporadically it would turn on by itself, turn off by itself, lose channels and needed to be retuned, wouldn't connect to the internet, etc.
When the problems intensified, we decided to report a malfunction. The technician who came upgraded the software and asked us to monitor it for a while to see how it would go.
The problems continued. So the technician came again and concluded that the motherboard of the television would need to be replaced. Which indeed happened.
After the motherboard was replaced, it functioned normally for only a few days. Then the problems started again. And more intensely this time. The climax was that the television would turn on, the ambilights would light up, the Philips logo would appear but then it wouldn't load the software, the screen would go black and there was neither picture nor sound (even though the device remained on).
We reported a malfunction again, the same technician came back and told us that the motherboard would need to be replaced AGAIN!
Of course, this was not something we could accept. In a television purchased just 6 months ago, to change the motherboard 2 times? Obviously, this is a defective product. So we requested a replacement. Initially, Philips refused, stating that the company's policy is that as long as there are spare parts, a device replacement is not justified, only the replacement of the parts. We did not accept this, and so, with the help of the department store, they understood that they would have to replace it. However, the same model was not available, so they offered us a replacement with a similar model (65pml9019/12) which has now been ordered from abroad and we are waiting to receive it.
In conclusion, it may be a perfect television but after what happened to us (even if it's a one-off case and we were the unlucky ones) I would not recommend it to anyone

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FoBo
2025-03-01

Great disappointment – eventually replaced after a lot of hassle

I bought the Philips 55PML9008/12 TV because of its technical features (MiniLED, Ambilight, P5 AI), expecting top image quality. Unfortunately, from the very first moment it showed severe backlight bleeding, to the extent that it seriously affected the viewing experience.

There followed two repairs (with replacement of the mainboard and panel), without any substantial result. Although Philips technical support was prompt and professional, the overall process was extremely time-consuming and demanding for the consumer.

Finally, after 25 days of continuous communication, a replacement with a newer model was approved.

⚠️ Although the series appears technologically advanced, the reliability of this particular unit was problematic. I would not recommend it – there are more stable and efficient options in the same category.

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basilispats
2024-09-10

This specific 65" television, with ambilight, the mini-LED panel 120Hz and a price of €800 (this is the current price as of 10/9/24 at a large red store) is truly VFM. The menu is really fast, it just lacks CosmoteTV and EonTV. The sound of the television is satisfactory. Where it really excels is the picture, which combined with the ambilight leaves you speechless!

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nbcool
2024-06-18

Very good picture guys. The menu is user-friendly although it doesn't have many applications but it has the basics. Netflix, Disney, Amazon prime, YouTube. It doesn't have Cosmote TV, It doesn't have Spotify. I have installed google TV and I have everything. I also added a JBL 600W soundbar and it's a SLAUGHTER inside the bedroom. My wife suffers.

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Philips Smart Television 75" 4K UHD Mini LED 75PML9008/12 The Xtra HDR (2023)

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