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We test and compare 55+ TVs across 5 categories — from sub-$300 budget picks to premium OLEDs. Real specs. Honest opinions. No sponsored rankings.
Our Top Picks
Tested, compared, and ranked — the best TVs for every type of viewer.
LG 55" OLED C5
The best all-around TV for most people — gaming, movies, streaming, sports
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Hisense 65" U75QG
Enthusiasts wanting flagship-level Mini-LED specs at upper mid-range pricing
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Toshiba 55" C350
Fire TV users who want Dolby Vision without stepping up to mid-range
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Samsung 65" QN70F
Bright room viewers who value Samsung's anti-reflection tech and ecosystem
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Latest Reviews
In-depth reviews of the most popular TVs on the market right now.
LG 55" OLED C5
The C5 is the TV we recommend to anyone who can afford OLED.
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TCL 65" QM7K
TCL's QM7K delivers near-reference brightness and zone count at hundreds less than Samsung and Sony equivalents.
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Samsung 65" QN70F
Samsung's QN70F at 65" wins on anti-reflection and viewing angles — genuinely the best bright-room Mini-LED.
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Roku 65" Pro Series
The Roku Pro Series is the rare TV that excels at both picture quality AND ease of use.
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Hisense 55" U8QG
Hisense packs flagship-tier specs into a 55" package: 1000 zones, 2000 nits, 144Hz.
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LG 55" OLED G5
The G5 is the future of OLED — tandem technology doubles brightness while maintaining per-pixel contrast.
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Every TV we review goes through the same rigorous evaluation process.
Real-World Testing
We evaluate picture quality across SDR, HDR, and gaming content in both bright and dark room conditions -- not just in a lab.
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No sponsorships, no paid placements. Every TV is purchased at retail price. We earn only through Amazon affiliate commissions -- on every brand equally.
Data-Driven
Brightness measured in nits. Dimming zones counted. Input lag tested frame-by-frame. We back every claim with specific numbers, not vague impressions.
Updated Regularly
Prices change, firmware updates improve performance, and new models launch. We revisit our reviews and rankings to keep recommendations current.
Popular Comparisons
Side-by-side breakdowns of the TVs people compare most.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the questions we hear most from TV buyers.
What TV technology gives the best picture quality in 2026?
OLED delivers the best overall picture quality with perfect blacks and infinite contrast. But Mini-LED has closed the gap significantly, offering higher peak brightness at lower prices. For most buyers, a mid-range Mini-LED TV delivers 90% of the picture quality at 40-60% of the OLED price.
How much should I spend on a TV?
Budget LED TVs start under $300 and work fine for casual streaming and guest rooms. The sweet spot for most households is the $500-$800 range, where Mini-LED TVs deliver excellent picture quality with 120Hz gaming. OLED starts around $1,000 and offers the best picture for dedicated home theaters.
Do I need HDMI 2.1 for my TV?
Only if you game on a PS5, Xbox Series X, or high-end PC. HDMI 2.1 enables 4K at 120Hz, VRR (Variable Refresh Rate), and ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode). For streaming Netflix and watching cable, HDMI 2.0 is perfectly fine.
Is OLED burn-in still a problem?
Modern OLED TVs from LG have aggressive burn-in prevention features including pixel shifting, screen savers, and logo luminance adjustment. For normal viewing habits (no static news tickers 12 hours a day), burn-in is extremely unlikely on 2024-2025 OLED models. LG covers burn-in under their standard warranty.
What size TV should I buy for my room?
Measure your viewing distance from the couch to the TV wall. For 4K content, divide the distance in inches by 1.5 for the ideal screen size. A 7-foot viewing distance (84 inches) works well with a 55" TV. A 9-foot distance (108 inches) suits a 65-75" screen.
Which smart TV platform is best: Fire TV, Roku, or Google TV?
Roku offers the cleanest, simplest experience with minimal ads. Google TV has the best app selection and voice search. Fire TV integrates deeply with Alexa and Amazon services but shows the most ads. Samsung Tizen and LG webOS are solid but locked to their respective brands.
Is a Mini-LED TV worth the upgrade over a standard QLED?
In most cases, yes. Mini-LED adds hundreds or thousands of dimming zones that dramatically improve contrast in dark scenes and HDR highlights. The price gap has narrowed so much that entry-level Mini-LED TVs now cost about the same as mid-range QLEDs. For movie watching and gaming, the improved contrast is immediately visible.
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Not sure where to start? Our buying guide walks you through every decision -- screen size, panel type, smart platform, and budget -- so you end up with the right TV for your room.