In the television industry, one very common question is “What is the difference between led vs lcd TVs?” Buyers ponder on this query and unless they know the answer, they are left confused. LCD means liquid crystal display and LED TV is just a form of LCD with a different backlighting system. LED or light-emitting diode TVs use high capacity diodes in illuminating the display. These diodes are installed in the back or in the parameter of the screen that is why LED TVs provide high level of brightness. LCD TVs on the other hand, use fluorescent backlighting which does not equate to the level of illumination LEDs give.