Saving up for a new screen? Whether you’re a videophile or new to 4K, the best TVs you can buy are bigger, brighter, and cheaper than ever. To help you navigate the dozens of models from Samsung, LG, TCL, Hisense, Sony, Panasonic, and others, we’ve done intensive testing and watched hundreds of hours of content to grab the standouts from our recent reviews. Below you’ll find everything from the top TV we’ve tested to the best sets on a tight budget—with plenty of excellent options in between.
All of these models have a minimum 4K Ultra HD resolution (one has 8K) with HDR, because there’s no good reason to buy a standard HDTV beyond a pint-size model for your kitchen or small bedroom. Every TV on our list comes with a wonderful display, but most are bad at sound and can have lackluster interfaces, so you should consider investing in a good soundbar or pair of bookshelf speakers and a streaming stick. If you’re unfamiliar with TV lingo, check out our tips below.
Updated March 2025: We’ve added the TCL QM6K TV as our top pick for most people.
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