If you find yourself searching for a new TV and become overwhelmed by the number of options, you can easily narrow your search by looking for the best option based on your price range. Whether it's a high-end model or a cheaper TV, we perform over 350 rigorous tests that inform which models we recommend for most people, since our testing helps us determine how a TV performs across a wide variety of uses.
Below are our picks for the best TVs on the market, depending on your budget. Our picks reflect the market as it stands today, so you might still see some 2025 models in this article if they're still available. To learn more about the newest models, check out our 2026 TV lineup page. You can also vote on which new models you want us to buy and test. Also, take a look at our picks for the best TV brands, the best gaming TVs, and the best budget TVs.
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 TV
Mixed UsageHome TheaterBright RoomSportsGamingBrightnessBlack LevelColorMotion HandlingGame Mode ResponsivenessProcessing (In Development)Resolution:4kNative Refresh Rate:165HzScreen Finish:MattePanel Type:OLEDSub-Type:QD-OLEDDolby Vision:NoSee all our test resultsSizes:55" 65" 77" 83"If you're looking for a TV that does it all, the Samsung S95H OLED is the best TV currently available. It offers a complete package of top-tier image quality, gaming features, and versatility. This QD-OLED model displays incredibly rich, accurate, bright, and vivid colors. It also displays deep, inky blacks without a trace of glow around bright highlights or subtitles. Many OLEDs struggle with reflections in bright rooms, but this model's impressive matte screen coating means reflections are a non-issue, even in the brightest spaces. It's not perfect, though, as its black levels rise in a bright room, and blacks aren't nearly as crisp. If you have a large room with seating off to the sides, this TV is a perfect fit, as its image quality remains consistent even when viewed from an angle.
The TV's superb image quality makes games look amazing, and it's also equipped with a ton of modern gaming features. It has four HDMI 2.1 ports that are capable of 4k @ 165Hz with VRR, so it pairs excellently with modern consoles and gaming PCs. Additionally, the TV features nearly instantaneous pixel transitions, ensuring that fast motion is crystal clear. Some home theater enthusiasts might be put off by the TV's lack of Dolby Vision support. However, on a TV this bright, the benefits of Dolby Vision aren't as noticeable, and you still get the very similar HDR10+.
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Best Upper Mid-Range TV
Mixed UsageHome TheaterBright RoomSportsGamingBrightnessBlack LevelColorMotion HandlingGame Mode ResponsivenessProcessing (In Development)Resolution:4kNative Refresh Rate:165HzScreen Finish:GlossyPanel Type:OLEDSub-Type:WOLEDDolby Vision:YesSee all our test resultsSizes:42" 48" 55" 65"The two TVs above deliver a fantastic viewing experience, but they're also very expensive. If you want great picture quality but don't want to spend a small fortune, the LG C6 OLED 2026 is a great compromise. The TV has the same inky blacks as the Samsung S95H OLED, and bright areas stand out well in HDR content, so it performs excellently in darker spaces like a home theater, but colors aren't as vibrant. However, it struggles more than the Samsung in well-lit spaces, since reflections are visible on the screen.
It's fully compatible with modern gaming consoles thanks to its four HDMI 2.1 ports, up to 4k @ 165Hz, and VRR. Motion is crystal-clear, so you don't have to deal with motion blur in fast-paced games. There are actually two versions of the C6, which can be a bit confusing, though. The 77- and 83-inch models are called the LG C6H OLED instead, and they have more vibrant colors than the base C6, so they deliver closer picture quality to the S95H.
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Best Mid-Range TV
Mixed UsageHome TheaterBright RoomSportsGamingBrightnessBlack LevelColorMotion HandlingGame Mode ResponsivenessProcessing (In Development)Resolution:4kNative Refresh Rate:120HzScreen Finish:GlossyPanel Type:OLEDSub-Type:WOLEDDolby Vision:YesSee all our test resultsSizes:48" 55" 65" 77" 83"If you like the LG C6 OLED 2026 but want a cheaper option, the LG B6 OLED 2026 is the best mid-range TV we've tested. It delivers the same perfect dark room experience as the C6, with deep, inky blacks and no haloing around bright areas or subtitles. It's not as bright or as colorful as the top two picks, though, so bright details don't stand out quite as well and colors aren't as vivid. It's a very versatile TV overall, with a great selection of smart features, fantastic gaming performance, and a wide selection of streaming apps.
There's also a minor variant of this TV that's sold as the LG B6E OLED. The TVs themselves are exactly the same no matter which one you buy, but the B6E comes with an older style of remote that doesn't support motion controls. Depending on local deals you may find one cheaper than the other, so unless you really want the more advanced emote, you should just buy whichever one is cheaper in your area.
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Best Lower Mid-Range TV
Mixed UsageHome TheaterBright RoomSportsGamingBrightnessBlack LevelColorMotion HandlingGame Mode ResponsivenessProcessing (In Development)Resolution:4kNative Refresh Rate:165HzScreen Finish:MattePanel Type:LCDSub-Type:VADolby Vision:YesSee all our test resultsSizes:55" 65" 75" 85" 100"If you're on a limited budget or are trying to get the largest TV possible without breaking the bank, go with the very well-rounded Hisense U7SG. Blacks aren't as deep on this model as they are on the LG B6 OLED 2026, but they still look bold in a dark room. Its main strength is that it's a very bright TV that also features an effective matte screen coating, so both bright and dim scenes are clearly visible when you're watching TV during the day. Colors are also a bit more vibrant than they are on the B6, so the image looks very punchy.
It's a versatile TV that's surprisingly well-equipped for its price point. Its four HDMI 2.1 ports allow you to take full advantage of multiple gaming consoles without sacrificing any features. It also supports up to 4k @ 165Hz, 1080p @ 330Hz, and VRR, making it a great choice for PC gamers as well. The TV supports both Dolby Vision and HDR10+, ensuring you're covered regardless of the HDR format your content uses.
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Best Budget TV
Mixed UsageHome TheaterBright RoomSportsGamingBrightnessBlack LevelColorMotion HandlingGame Mode ResponsivenessProcessing (In Development)Resolution:4kNative Refresh Rate:144HzScreen Finish:MattePanel Type:LCDSub-Type:VADolby Vision:YesSee all our test resultsSizes:55" 65" 75" 85" 100"If you want a cheaper option than the Hisense U7SG, check out the Hisense U6SF Pro. This TV delivers surprisingly good performance for the price. It's not as bright as the U7SG, though, so it can't handle as much glare in the day and bright details don't stand out quite as well. It looks very good in a dark room, though, thanks to its high contrast ratio and alright local dimming feature, but there's a more noticeable glow around bright details and subtitles than there is on the U7SG.
One other difference between these two TVs is their smart platforms. Whereas the U7SG uses the very popular Google TV interface, this one is powered by Amazon's Fire TV smart platform. It has a modern, premium design, with great smart home integrations, but the streaming app selection just isn't quite as good. Like most of the TVs on this list, it also has a great selection of gaming features, including a high refresh rate, HDMI 2.1 bandwidth, and VRR support to reduce screen tearing.
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Best Cheap TV
Mixed UsageHome TheaterBright RoomSportsGamingBrightnessBlack LevelColorMotion HandlingGame Mode ResponsivenessProcessing (In Development)Resolution:4kNative Refresh Rate:60HzScreen Finish:GlossyPanel Type:LCDSub-Type:IPSDolby Vision:YesSee all our test resultsSizes:43" 50" 55" 65" 75" 85"It's not the best TV in the world, but if you want something cheap that gets the job done, the Walmart-exclusive Vizio Mini LED Quantum 4K is a good option. Like the Hisense U6SF Pro, it has local dimming to help deepen blacks, but it's not as good and blacks aren't quite as deep in a dark room. Fortunately, colors are pretty vibrant for a cheaper TV, so the image looks colorful enough to avoid looking dull. Furthermore, bright areas stand out pretty well in HDR movies, shows, and games, so the TV provides decent image quality in all types of content. It's even bright enough to handle some glare from overhead lights. However, any lights directly facing the screen cause mirror-like reflections that are distracting.
It's a bit light on gaming features, but it does support 4k @ 60Hz and 1080p @ 120Hz, and it has VRR to help reduce screen tearing. It runs Vizio OS, which doesn't have a large selection of apps, but you still have access to popular apps like Netflix, Prime Video, and Disney+.
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Best Bright Room TV
Mixed UsageHome TheaterBright RoomSportsGamingBrightnessBlack LevelColorMotion HandlingGame Mode ResponsivenessProcessing (In Development)Resolution:4kNative Refresh Rate:120HzScreen Finish:MattePanel Type:LCDSub-Type:VADolby Vision:YesSee all our test resultsSizes:65" 75" 85" 115"If you're in a bright room and just want the best bright room performance available, check out the Sony BRAVIA 9 II. It's an excellent TV overall, with incredibly high peak brightness and fantastic reflection handling that effectively eliminates glare during the day. Bright and dark scenes alike are clearly visible even in the brightest viewing conditions. It's not quite as versatile as the Samsung S95H OLED, though, as it doesn't look as good in a completely dark room, and there's significantly more motion blur behind fast-moving objects.
One area where Sony TVs typically excel is processing, and the BRAVIA 9 II is no exception. It does a great job cleaning up low-quality content like most streaming services, and DVDs and Blu-rays are upscaled extremely well, so your older content looks great, too. It also delivers an extremely accurate image, so you don't even need to worry about getting it calibrated if you care about creative intent and accurate colors.
Notable Mentions
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LG G6 OLED:
The LG G6 OLED shares many of the same features as the Samsung S95H OLED, like 165Hz.
It has very impressive colors, they're not quite as vivid as the Samsung. The LG also doesn't do as good a job at reducing the intensity of reflections, making the Samsung the slightly better TV overall.
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Samsung S90F OLED:
The Samsung S90F OLED competes with the LG C6 OLED 2026. The LG is the more versatile model, since it's better for bright rooms, has superior processing, and supports the popular Dolby Vision format. However, the Samsung offers more vibrant colors if you get one of the sizes with a QD-OLED panel, so it's a great choice if that's what you prioritize.
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Sony BRAVIA 7 II:
The Sony BRAVIA 7 II is a fantastic alternative to the LG C6 OLED 2026 that's better-suited for a bright room. It's less versatile, though, with worse dark scenes performance and significantly more blur in fast action scenes or when gaming.
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TCL QM7K:
The TCL QM7K is a very good TV overall, and a decent alternative to the Hisense U7SG. Unfortunately, it's not nearly as bright, so the Hisense is the better choice as it can handle more glare during the day and it delivers a more impactful viewing experience.
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Hisense QD6QF:
The Hisense QD6QF competes with the Vizio Mini LED Quantum 4K. The Hisense has a few small advantages, such as better accuracy, clearer motion, and better processing. However, the Vizio displays deeper blacks, is noticeably brighter, has better colors, and offers a wider viewing angle. This makes it the better TV overall.
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Recent Updates
Sep 15, 2026:
We restructured the article, adding the LG B6 as the 'Best Mid-Range' pick and moving the Hisense U7SG down a spot to better match its market position. We also moved the TCL QM7K to a Notable Mention. Finally, we replaced the TCL QM6K with the Hisense U6SF Pro as the 'Best Budget' pick, as it's more widely available and offers better overall performance.
Jul 29, 2026:
We added the Sony BRAVIA 9 II as the 'Best Bright Room TV,' as it maintains its picture quality in a bright room better than the Samsung S95H OLED. We also refreshed the text throughout the article for clarity.
Jun 19, 2026:
We replaced the Samsung S95F OLED with the Samsung S95H OLED, the LG C5 OLED with the LG C6 OLED 2026, the TCL QM8K with the Hisense U7SG, and the Hisense QD6QF with the Vizio Mini LED Quantum 4k. These changes were made because the newer models are better options and are more widely available. We also updated the Notable Mentions section to reflect the market as it stands today.
May 22, 2026:
We replaced the Samsung S90F OLED with the LG C5 OLED in the 'Best Upper Mid-Range' category to offer more variety in our picks. We also moved the S90F to the Notable Mentions and revised text throughout the article for clarity.
May 08, 2026:
We mentioned the Samsung S95H OLED in the 'Best TV' section and the Samsung S90H OLED in the 'Best Upper Mid-Range' section.
All Reviews
Our recommendations above are what we think is currently the best TV to buy for most people in each price range. We factor in the price (a cheaper TV wins over a pricier one if the difference isn't worth it), feedback from our visitors, and availability (no TVs that are difficult to find or almost out of stock everywhere).
If you would like to do the work of choosing yourself, here is the list of all our TV reviews. Be careful not to get too caught up in the details. While no TV is perfect, most TVs are great enough to please almost everyone, and the differences are often not noticeable unless you really look for them.