1. The list in brief
2. Best TV (for most people)
3. Best OLED TV
4. Best value TV
5. Best QLED TV
6. Best cheap TV
7. Best QD-OLED TV
8. Best gaming TV
9. Best mid-range TV
10. Best 8K TV
11. TV lab test data
12. How to choose
13. How we test
At Tom's Guide, we're always hunting for the best TV. As new models come out, we put them through a rigorous testing regiment, all to help you make the best decision you can possibly make when shopping for a new OLED or QLED TV. We test all the top TVs each year — close to four dozen of them — and these are the 4K TVs that we recommend.
What are we looking for when we review the best TVs? We want everything that you want: great picture quality, rich sound, easy setup, and all of the smart features available today. We take all those metrics and weigh them against the price of the TV to help you decide what's worth your money.
To evaluate each TV, we test them in our labs and in the real world, measuring everything from color reproduction and color accuracy to lag time for gaming performance. Plus, we gauge picture and sound quality by watching some of the most popular shows and movies.
So what are the best TVs available now? Based on our testing recently named the Hisense U8K to the top spot due to its on-going affordability and phenomenal performance. Other top-scoring models like the LG G3 OLED and Samsung QN90C still hold high rankings on our list, but we wanted to place a higher emphasis on more affordable models.
Speaking of LG's OLED TVs, the company just announced the pricing of its G4 and C4 OLED TVs, with pre-orders available now. With the LG C4 OLED, Hisense UX (2024), TCL QM8 (2024) and Samsung QN90D all expected to launch in the next two months, it's worth keeping a close eye on this page as we work our way through the best TVs 2024 has to offer.
My name's Nick and I look after our guides to the best TVs, best OLED TVs and best 4K TVs. Most of my day is spent watching and evaluating new screens from LG, Samsung, Sony, Hisense, TCL and Vizio. I have 10 years of experience in AV, and before I joined Tom's Guide I was formerly the Senior Editor, TV and AV at TechRadar. I love helping people find the perfect TV, so please feel free to reach out over email or tag me on Twitter and I can help you out.
The quick list
The best TV (for most people)
This TV brings high-end features to a mid-level price bracket. Its peak brightness exceeds almost any TV, and its color reproduction is phenomenal as well.
The best OLED is also the brightest
Despite some tough competition from the Sony A95L and LG G3, the Samsung S95C is currently the best OLED TV thanks to its above-average brightness and wonderful color reproduction.
The best value TV
The award-winning TCL 6-Series is no longer around in 2023, but the new QM8 model hits all the same notes — and, thanks to some recent discounts, can be found for under $1,000.
The 4K QLED TV to beat in 2023
The Samsung QN90C Neo QLED TV is the best TV for brightness. With strong HDR brightness, ample viewing options and top-notch picture performance, we highly recommend it.
Best TV under $500
If you don't want to spend thousands on a new TV, the Hisense U6K is a great budget pick. Its Mini-LED backlighting offers spectacular contrast while its quantum dot filter ensures well-saturated colors.
The best QD-OLED
It's the most expensive TV on our list, but the Sony Bravia XR A95L is the best looking TV in 2023. It's the most advanced set the company produces and comes fully loaded with the best features.
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The best gaming TV
The Samsung S90C OLED offers HDMI 2.1 allowing for VRR, ALLM, and up to 144Hz rates giving you just about everything you would ever possibly need from a gaming TV.
The best mid-range OLED
If spending more than $1,500 on a new OLED TV wasn't what you had planned on, check out the LG C3 OLED that offers a great performance at a reasonable price.
