Just a few years ago, the thought of owning a 98-100-inch TV seemed unrealistic due to limited availability and very high price tags, but that has changed in recent years. Getting your first huge TV will certainly evoke a wow factor from you and your friends, but that wow factor can quickly diminish if you buy a model that looks bad, so you still want a TV with good enough image quality that you won't have to deal with the hassle of returning such a massive item. We buy and test dozens of TVs each year, and by specifically testing these huge-screen TVs, we determined that the largest sizes of a given model don't always perform the same as their smaller counterparts. Because of this, our list comprises 98-inch to 100-inch TVs that we've actually tested or are confident will perform the same as their smaller versions.
Below are our recommendations for the best 98-inch TVs and the best 100-inch TVs. If you're unsure whether a huge TV is suitable for your space, check out our TV Size to Distance Calculator to help decide. Take a look at our picks for the best 80-83-85-inch TVs and the best 70-77-inch TVs if you decide that something smaller is better for you. If you're considering a projector instead of a TV, check out our article on the best projectors. You can also vote on which TVs you'd like us to buy and test. To see an overview of the new TVs released in 2026, check out our 2026 TV lineup page.
We buy and test dozens of TVs yearly, taking an objective, data-driven approach to deliver results you can trust. Our testing process is complex, with hundreds of individual tests that take over a week to complete. Most of our tests use specially designed test patterns that mimic real content, but we also use the same sources you have at home to ensure our results match the real-world experience. We use two main tools for our testing: a Colorimetry Research CR-100 colorimeter and a CR-250 spectroradiometer.
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Best 98-100 Inch TV
Mixed UsageHome TheaterBright RoomSportsGamingBrightnessBlack LevelColorMotion HandlingGame Mode ResponsivenessProcessing (In Development)Resolution:4kNative Refresh Rate:144HzScreen Finish:GlossyPanel Type:LCDSub-Type:VADolby Vision:YesSee all our test resultsSizes:75" 85" 98"The TCL 98X11L is the best 98-inch TV on the market. Not only is it massive, but it's also one of the best Mini LED TVs ever made. It's one of the brightest models on the market, easily overcoming glare from indirect light sources, making it suitable for very bright rooms. This model has incredibly effective local dimming, providing very deep blacks with almost no visible glow around bright lights and subtitles, resulting in an image with amazing depth. On top of that, colors are exceptionally vibrant, and bright areas really pop out in HDR content, leading to an impressive HDR experience whether you're watching movies or playing video games.
In addition to its outstanding image quality, the TV also offers a wealth of features. It supports Dolby Vision and HDR10+, ensuring excellent compatibility whether you're watching Blu-rays or popular streaming services. It has four HDMI 2.1 ports, each capable of 4k @ 144Hz and 1080p @ 288Hz. It also supports VRR to reduce screen tearing, making it a good match for all modern consoles and even high-end gaming PCs. Even though this is a very high-end model, it doesn't have the same crystal-clear motion as OLEDs, but motion blur isn't too distracting in fast-paced games. This is an expensive TV aimed at enthusiasts, so if you're after something more affordable, check out our pick below.
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Best Mid-Range 98-100 Inch TV
Mixed UsageHome TheaterBright RoomSportsGamingBrightnessBlack LevelColorProcessing (In Development)Game Mode ResponsivenessMotion Handling (Broken)Resolution:4kNative Refresh Rate:144HzScreen Finish:GlossyPanel Type:LCDSub-Type:VADolby Vision:YesSee all our test resultsSizes:98"The TCL 98QM8K is the best large mid-range TV we've tested, offering excellent image quality and a ton of features. Although it doesn't reach the same brightness levels as the TCL 98X11L, it's still very bright and pretty similar overall, despite being significantly cheaper. This model features great local dimming, which effectively deepens blacks, with just a bit more of a glow around bright lights and subtitles than the other TV. Colors aren't quite as vivid as they are on the more expensive TCL, but they're still vibrant and punchy. Even though it's dimmer than the X11L and its reflection handling isn't as good, it still reduces glare from light sources that aren't directly facing the TV, making it suitable for most bright rooms. Bright areas in HDR content don't pop out as much as they do on the X11L, but they still stand out well enough for an impactful viewing experience.
The TV supports HDR10+ and Dolby Vision, ensuring excellent compatibility with various streaming services and physical media formats. This model also comes loaded with a wealth of gaming features, including two HDMI 2.1 ports, 4k @ 144Hz, 1080p @ 288Hz, and VRR to greatly reduce screen tearing. Furthermore, there's only some minor motion blur in fast-paced games. Whether you're a gamer, movie buff, or simply looking for a massive screen for everyday use, it's the best large TV if you're shopping for something much more affordable than the 98X11L.
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Best Budget 98-100 Inch TV
Mixed UsageHome TheaterBright RoomSportsGamingBrightnessBlack LevelColorMotion HandlingGame Mode ResponsivenessProcessing (In Development)Resolution:4kNative Refresh Rate:144HzScreen Finish:GlossyPanel Type:LCDSub-Type:VADolby Vision:YesSee all our test resultsSizes:55" 65" 75" 85" 98"If you're shopping for something more budget-friendly, go with the TCL 98QM6K. Aside from a matte screen coating instead of a glossy one, this TV will perform very similarly to the 75-inch model we tested. Blacks aren't as deep as they are on the TCL QM8K, but its effective local dimming still makes them look bold. However, there's a more noticeable glow around bright lights and subtitles than on the QM8K. Colors aren't as punchy, but they're vibrant enough that the image doesn't look dull. Its combination of decent brightness and a matte screen coating means it's effective at handling glare in well-lit rooms, making it a versatile model. Bright areas in HDR content stand out enough that the image doesn't look flat, but HDR content is a bit lackluster compared to the QM8K.
Although it doesn't offer the same high-level image quality as the TCL 98QM8K, it shares a very similar feature set. You still get Dolby Vision and HDR10+, so compatibility is great. In addition, gamers get two HDMI 2.1 ports, 4k @ 144Hz, 1080p @ 288Hz, and VRR to reduce screen tearing. It even does a good job of avoiding excessive motion blur when gaming. You won't find many other budget TVs with this many features and solid image quality for the price, so the QM6K truly stands out.
Notable Mentions
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Hisense 100U8QG:
The Hisense 100U8QG competes directly with the TCL 98QM8K. The Hisense has the edge in image processing, but the TCL is brighter in HDR, has less glowing around bright lights and subtitles, delivers more accurate colors, and displays clearer motion, making it the better TV overall.
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Sony BRAVIA 5 98:
The Sony BRAVIA 5 98 is a mid-range model that competes with the TCL 98QM8K. Some people might prefer the Sony model's superior image processing and accuracy, but the TCL TV offers better image quality, is better suited to bright rooms, and offers more gaming features. This makes the TCL the better option for most people, especially since it's a lot cheaper than the Sony.
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Hisense 98QD5QG:
The Hisense 98QD5QG is one of, if not the cheapest, 98-inch TVs on the market, so it's an okay option if you just want a huge screen. However, its image quality is poor, making it difficult to recommend. If you want a budget model, you're better off shopping for a model with local dimming and better image quality, like the 98-inch TCL QM6K.
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Recent Updates
Jun 12, 2026:
We confirmed that our recommendations are still available to purchase and modified some text throughout to make the article a bit more self-explanatory.
Apr 03, 2026:
We made the TCL 98X11L our new top pick and moved the TCL 98QM8K into the 'Best Mid-Range' category. We also moved the Sony BRAVIA 5 98 to the Notable Mentions and revised text throughout the article.
Jan 29, 2026:
We confirmed the availability of our picks and revised some text throughout the article for clarity.
Jan 09, 2026:
We updated the Introduction section to provide some context for the article.
Dec 16, 2025:
We confirmed the accuracy and availability of our picks.
All Reviews
Our recommendations above are what we think is currently the best large TV to buy for most people in each price range. You won't find the best 100-inch TV on our list, since the best TVs in this size range are currently 98-inch models. We factor in the price (a cheaper TV wins over a pricier one if the difference isn't really worth it), feedback from our visitors, and availability (no TVs that are difficult to find or almost out of stock everywhere).
If you'd like to do the work of choosing yourself, here's a list of all our recent TV reviews for models available in 98-100 inches. Be careful not to get too caught up in the details. While no TV is perfect, most TVs are good enough to please almost everyone, and the differences are often not noticeable unless you really look for them.
The list below also includes models we tested in a smaller size that are also available in 98-100 inches. We can't guarantee they'll perform the same as the unit we tested, though you should get similar performance to the smaller sizes for most of them. If you want to know exactly what you're buying, stick to our recommendations above.