My Retro Gaming Setup Feels Off—Is It the CRT or Just Me?

I finally got my hands on a classic CRT TV to play my old SNES and Genesis cartridges, hoping to recapture that authentic retro vibe. The picture definitely looks more nostalgic than any HDMI upscaler I’ve tried, but something about the colors and scanlines feels... off. It’s like the image is a bit too blurry or the colors are washed out compared to what I remember from my childhood. I’ve fiddled with the TV’s settings, checked the cables (all original), and even swapped out a few games, but the feeling persists. I’m wondering if maybe my memory is playing tricks on me - could nostalgia have painted a rosier picture of how these games actually looked? Or is it common for CRTs to degrade over time and lose some of that sharpness? Also, does anyone know if certain models of CRTs are better for retro gaming than others? I’m debating whether to keep hunting for a better set or just accept this as part of the charm. Has anyone else struggled with this kind of CRT nostalgia disconnect? What do you think makes a CRT experience truly feel authentic? Any tips on settings or brands that bring out the best in old games?