Our picks at a glance
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Comparison table
| Feature | LG C4 65-inch OLED TVBest overall | Samsung S90D 65-inch OLED TVBest OLED alternative | TCL QM8 65-inch Mini-LED TVBest for bright rooms | Hisense U8 65-inch Mini-LED TVBest value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Verdict | Buy | Buy | Buy | Buy |
| Best for | Movies and gaming | Bright OLED picture | Sunny living rooms | Big screen on a budget |
| Key feature | OLED with 144 Hz gaming | Vivid OLED with good brightness | Very high brightness | Bright Mini-LED for less |
| Typical price | $1,500–$2,200 | $1,400–$2,000 | $900–$1,300 | $800–$1,200 |
| Panel | OLED | — | — | — |
| Refresh rate | Up to 144 Hz | — | — | — |
| HDMI 2.1 | 4 ports | — | — | — |
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9.1/10 research score
LG C4 65-inch OLED TV
OLED with 144 Hz gaming. Our pick for movies and gaming.
- Buy it if
- You want a superb all-round TV for films and next-gen consoles.
- Skip it if
- Your room is very bright with direct sun; a Mini-LED will look punchier.
Pros
- Perfect blacks and contrast
- Excellent for gaming
- Four HDMI 2.1 ports
Cons
- Not as bright as Mini-LED
- Premium price
Key specifications
- Panel
- OLED
- Refresh rate
- Up to 144 Hz
- HDMI 2.1
- 4 ports
8.9/10 research score
Samsung S90D 65-inch OLED TV
Vivid OLED with good brightness. Our pick for bright OLED picture.
- Buy it if
- You want OLED contrast with a bright, punchy picture.
- Skip it if
- You want Dolby Vision; Samsung uses HDR10+ instead.
Pros
- Bright for an OLED
- Great for gaming
- Slim design
Cons
- No Dolby Vision
- Panel type can vary by size
8.4/10 research score
TCL QM8 65-inch Mini-LED TV
Very high brightness. Our pick for sunny living rooms.
- Buy it if
- You watch in a bright room or want a big screen for the money.
- Skip it if
- You watch mostly in the dark and want perfect blacks.
Pros
- Extremely bright
- Strong value at large sizes
- Good for sport
Cons
- Some blooming around bright objects
- Viewing angles narrower than OLED
8.2/10 research score
Hisense U8 65-inch Mini-LED TV
Bright Mini-LED for less. Our pick for big screen on a budget.
- Buy it if
- You want a bright, big 4K TV without OLED prices.
- Skip it if
- Motion processing and software polish matter a lot to you.
Pros
- Bright HDR
- Gaming features
- Great value
Cons
- Software less polished
- Blooming in dark scenes
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How we chose
The best TVs for movies, sport and gaming, compared on picture quality, brightness, gaming features and value. We compared specifications, manufacturer documentation, warranty terms and typical prices, then gave every product a clear verdict with the people who should skip it.
What to look for in tvs
- OLED gives perfect blacks and the best picture in dim rooms; Mini-LED gets brighter for sunny rooms.
- Gamers should look for 4K at 120 Hz or more, VRR and HDMI 2.1 ports.
- Size: for 4K, sit roughly 1–1.5 times the screen diagonal away.
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Frequently asked questions
OLED or Mini-LED?
OLED for contrast and dark-room movies; Mini-LED for bright rooms and lower prices at large sizes.
Is burn-in a problem on OLED?
Modern OLEDs have several protections. Mixed viewing is fine; static channel logos all day for years carry some risk.