With a big-screen TV now on your wishlist, key factors will ensure an outstanding viewing experience. We've tested dozens of models to guide you through the essentials.
Start with display technology: Most modern TVs use either LED-backlit LCD or OLED. OLED delivers unmatched picture quality with near-infinite contrast and perfect blacks, though it's pricier and prone to permanent burn-in. LED-backlit LCDs (often just called LED TVs) cost less, avoid burn-in, but can't match OLED's quality—even with advancements like QLED quantum dots and Full Array Local Dimming (FALD). Weigh premium visuals against cost and maintenance.
For gaming or movies, prioritize matching features. Top gaming TVs include Variable Refresh Rate (VRR), Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM), and HDMI 2.1 ports for 4K at 120Hz. Movie-focused sets excel in HDR, image processing, and upscaling.
If budget allows, consider 8K TVs for cutting-edge tech and extra resolution, though native 8K content remains scarce.
Our guide covers 75-inch and 77-inch models—major brands shifted OLEDs to 77 inches, and we couldn't overlook these standouts. Ensure you have space for the slightly larger size.
For the top 75-inch-class TV, we recommend the 77-inch LG C1. LG Display's OLED panels come in 77 inches for 4K, offering a minor size bump for superior performance.
The C1 shines with exceptional picture quality: vibrant colors pop against perfect blacks, free of blooming, with wide viewing angles ideal for group watching.
It supports Dolby Vision IQ and HDR10 for streaming HDR from Netflix and Disney+, plus pioneering Dolby Vision gaming at 4K 120Hz on Xbox Series X|S.
Four HDMI 2.1 ports, AMD FreeSync, NVIDIA G-Sync, and HDR VRR make it a gaming powerhouse, with a dedicated optimizer and ALLM.
It handles HDR well but suits darker rooms due to moderate peak brightness. Burn-in risk exists, but LG's safeguards help mitigate it.
Hisense delivers impressive value, and the 75U7G stands out as our budget pick—a feature-packed 4K LED TV.
Running Android TV with a quantum dot layer for rich colors, plus FALD for better contrast and deep blacks (though 72 zones cause some blooming).
The 75-inch uses an IPS panel for superior viewing angles over smaller VA models.
Supports Dolby Vision, HDR10+, and HLG; it's bright for HDR highlights and handles glare well.
Low input lag, two HDMI 2.1 ports, ALLM, and VRR make it gaming-ready.
For flagship tech, the Samsung QN900A 8K TV packs the best innovations.
Sleek edge-to-edge design with premium build and Mini-LED backlighting for anti-glare brightness.
Quantum dots enable wide color gamut and stellar HDR.
No Dolby Vision, but adaptive HDR10+ adjusts dynamically. Excellent upscaling is key for 8K, plus ATSC 3.0 for high-res broadcasts.
VA panel with FALD yields deep blacks but some blooming around highlights.
The 77-inch LG G1 is our gaming champ (OLEDs skip 75 inches).
Flagship 4K with brighter OLED EVO panel for enhanced HDR highlights. Supports Dolby Vision IQ and HDR10 (no HDR10+).
Native 120Hz, four HDMI 2.1 ports, ALLM, AMD FreeSync, NVIDIA G-Sync, HDMI VRR—no tearing on console or PC. Low lag and Dolby Vision at 4K 120Hz.
Gallery-style design for wall-mounting; stand sold separately.
Sony's image mastery makes the 77-inch A80J ideal for movies (no 75-inch OLED).
Self-emissive pixels ensure perfect blacks without blooming, perfect for dark-room cinema. Solid brightness for HDR.
Superior upscaling cleans up even 480p DVDs, eliminating motion blur.
Premium build with versatile stand positions.
Two HDMI 2.1 ports for 4K 120Hz; VRR and ALLM via future updates, plus PS5-optimized autoplay.
TCL leads Roku TVs; the 75R635 from the 6-Series offers great value and performance.
Quantum dot tech and Mini-LED backlighting deliver vivid colors and high brightness for movies, shows, sports.
120Hz 4K panel supports 4K 60Hz or 1440p 120Hz gaming (no HDMI 2.1), with VRR and ALLM.
Strong contrast via FALD, but watch for black crush and blooming.
Samsung's QN90A NEO QLED excels across gaming and movies.
Mini-LED and quantum dots yield accurate colors, high brightness.
VA panel with FALD for deep blacks (some blooming); Ultra Viewing Angle widens perspectives.
4K 120Hz via one HDMI 2.1 port, plus VRR and ALLM.
Tizen OS with popular streaming apps.
