Your TV is like a ticket to escape life’s stresses—if only for an hour or two at a stretch. To make the most of that valuable time, it’s important to choose the best TV for your needs. Researching tech can be a bit intimidating, so we’ve narrowed down some of the greatest smart TVs of 2023 for everything from sports to movies to video games.
And if you’re not even sure where to begin, check out our TV buying guide first.
Resolution: 4K UHD
Display technology: QLED
Smart: Yes
HDR: Yes
The dedicated game mode automatically optimizes the picture settings when playing games.
It has four HDMI ports but no HDMI 2.1., so you might not take advantage of newer devices and there will be lower quality visuals.
Resolution: 4K UHD
Display technology: LCD
Smart: Yes
HDR: Yes
Sports mode adjusts picture settings for you to ensure the best image quality on game nights.
Not the best performer when it comes to dark scenes.
Resolution: Full HD (1080p)
Display technology: LED
Smart: Yes
HDR: No
It’s extremely energy efficient to save you money on your electricity bill.
The super simple remote does the trick but won’t win awards for innovation or design.
Resolution: 4K UHD
Display technology: QLED
Smart: Yes
HDR: Yes
The EyeComfort Mode automatically lowers the brightness and colours after sunset to reduce blue light and eye strain.
Some reviewers say that the stand is small and the TV tends to wobble easily if it’s not mounted on the wall.
Resolution: 4K UHD
Display technology: LED
Smart: Yes
HDR: Yes
4K UHD resolution delivers great clarity whether you’re watching TV or movies or playing video games.
It doesn’t have Samsung’s newer Object Tracking Sound technology that analyses content and makes sounds move with the action.
Resolution: 4K UHD
Display technology: LED
Smart: Yes
HDR: Yes
Robust connectivity allows players to connect all their consoles simultaneously.
It’s not OLED or QLED, but that means big savings.
Resolution: 4K UHD
Display technology: LED
Smart: Yes
HDR: Yes
The combination of LED and HDR makes for great dynamic range.
Best for smaller rooms, as viewing angles are a little narrow.
Resolution: 4K UHD
Display technology: OLED
Smart: Yes
HDR: Yes
Supports variable refresh rates up to 120 fps for crystal clear action.
Just two HDMI inputs seems like an oversight for a high-end display.
Resolution: 4K UHD
Display technology: LED
Smart: Yes
HDR: Yes
Ditch streaming devices and download streaming apps onto the TV through the Google store.
The wide bezel and merely functional legs won’t win any design awards.
Before buying a TV, you should have a basic understanding of the specs that matter. Here’s a quick list of some of the most important features.
- Screen Size: Make sure the TV you pick is a good fit for your room—and your furniture.
- Resolution: 4K Ultra HD is the standard right now, but you might want to consider 1080p (Full HD) or even 8K.
- Display technology: Most TVs are LCD/LED these days, but you may want to investigate pricier QLED and OLED panels if you want premium picture quality.
- High Dynamic Range (HDR): TVs with HDR are capable of rendering more vivid colours and details in bright and dark scenes (in HDR-supported content).
- Refresh Rate: This term refers to how quickly the screen refreshes the image and can be particularly important for sports, games, and fast action. 120 Hz is a good target.[1]
- HDMI: Make sure the TV you buy has enough HDMI ports for all your devices and think about whether you need one of them to be HDMI 2.1, a faster standard designed for higher resolutions and frame-refresh rates.
- Smart TV: A smart TV hosts streaming apps like Netflix, Disney+ and Prime lets you search intuitively for content using your voice and can even connect with other smart devices in your home. You can also turn older TVs into smart TVs with streaming sticks from Google and Roku.
- Resolution: 4K UHD
- Display technology: QLED
- Smart: Yes
- HDR: Yes
If good picture quality is important to you and you’re looking to save a bit of money, QLED TVs like this TCL 55” can be a better value versus OLEDs that tend to be more expensive. This TV’s Quantum-dot (the Q in QLED) display creates more accurate colours to improve image clarity and make the onscreen action appear more lifelike. You can also get the TV in 50 inches, making it a solid budget QLED choice.
- The Easy Voice Control lets you change channels, find movie titles and use Google Assistant with just your voice.
- The dedicated game mode automatically optimizes the picture settings when playing games.
- Contrast Control Zone and HDR combine to improve clarity in dark and bright scenes.
- It has four HDMI ports but no HDMI 2.1., so you might not take advantage of newer devices and there will be lower quality visuals.
- Resolution: 4K UHD
- Display technology: LCD
- Smart: Yes
- HDR: Yes
Your top priority for watching big games with friends and family is a broad, clear display with great viewing angles. With its 4K ultraHD resolution and bright, crisp LCD display technology, that’s exactly what this huge (and hugely affordable!) Hisense set delivers.
- Sports Mode optimizes sports content by smoothing out quick motion and adjusting colour.
- Support for HDR and frame rates up to 60fps ensures a clean, detailed image that makes the most of high-quality sources.
- Smart TV features are built in, including Chromecast, which lets you stream photos and videos from your portable devices.
- It’s not quite as good with darker scenes as brighter ones, but that’s rarely a concern in broadcast sports.
- The bezel and stand are little more than functional, lacking the sophisticated style of higher-end brands.
- Resolution: Full HD (1080p)
- Display technology: LED
- Smart: Yes
- HDR: No
Smaller TVs still have a place in our bedrooms, kitchens and even small living rooms. This 32-inch screen from TCL is a fine fit for any of these spots, either sitting on its legs or mounted to a wall. It’s not a 4K TV, but more pixels don’t really make sense on smaller screens viewed from a distance. This 32-inch Sanyo smart TV might also do the trick.
- A built-in TV tuner combines with Roku smart TV apps to make accessing content quick and hassle-free.
- Three HDMI inputs is a generous number for such a small TV.
- It’s extremely energy efficient to save you money on your electricity bill.
- The super simple remote does the trick but won’t win awards for innovation or design.
- Resolution: 4K UHD
- Display technology: QLED
- Smart: Yes
- HDR: Yes
If you’re looking for the best 4K TV with superb image quality and are willing to splurge a bit, this one tops our list. This new model is great for streaming or gaming and with its Ultra Viewing Angle, you’ll have the best seat in the house wherever you’re sitting. Plus, Samsung is one of the best TV brands—rest assured you’re getting bang for your buck.
- Watch your favourite TV show on half of the screen while browsing the internet or checking out YouTube videos on the other half using the TV’s innovative multi-view feature.
- The EyeComfort Mode automatically lowers the brightness and colours after sunset to reduce blue light and eye strain.
- Four HDMI 2.1 ports that support 4K 120Hz lets you connect multiple devices at once, including video game consoles, streaming devices and more.
- Some reviewers say that the stand is small and the TV tends to wobble easily if it’s not mounted on the wall.
- Resolution: 4K UHD
- Display technology: LED
- Smart: Yes
- HDR: Yes
This 4K smart TV is a great choice if you’re looking for a cinematic-like experience on a budget. The crystal display delivers true-to-life colour and detail for immersive viewing. It’s also available in 43 inches, 50 inches and 65 inches all for less than $1,000. Looking for a bigger size TV without breaking the bank? This 75-inch set offers stunning 4K UHD picture quality and the personalized home screen has access to thousands of streaming channels, plus apps like Netflix, Spotify and the Roku Channel.
- The Real Game Enhancer feature (available on select game consoles) optimizes the screen for more control and smoother gaming.
- 4K UHD resolution delivers great clarity whether you’re watching TV or movies or playing video games.
- Its minimalistic and sleek design not only looks great in any space, but it draws your focus to the picture onscreen and not the TV.
- It doesn’t have Samsung’s newer Object Tracking Sound technology that analyses content and makes sounds move with the action.
- The remote and TV don’t have microphones, so you’ll need a compatible voice assistant device (like Google Home) if you want to use voice commands.
- Resolution: 4K UHD
- Display technology: LED
- Smart: Yes
- HDR: Yes
TCL’s Class 4 series panels are proof that a great gaming display doesn’t need to break the bank. It checks all the vital boxes for gamers—4K resolution, HDR support, 60 fps refresh, 65-inches—while coming in well under $1,000. This one’s a steal.
- Support for up to 60 frames per second gives you a fighting advantage over friends and enemies in fast-paced shooters.
- Simple menu interface means you’ll spend more time playing and less time poking about settings.
- 4 HDMI inputs let you plug in your Xbox, PlayStation and Switch and still have room for a set top box or streaming device.
- The remote in the box is pretty basic, so you’ll likely want to keep using the remotes included with each of your connected devices.
- LED tech falls short of OLED and QLED in terms of performance, but saves a bundle.
- Resolution: 4K UHD
- Display technology: LED
- Smart: Yes
- HDR: Yes
Cinephiles take picture quality seriously and so does Sony. This LED panel is outfitted with the Japanese TV giant’s X1 processor and Triluminous Pro technology to deliver ultra-clear, perfectly hued images along with powerful, theatre-quality Dolby Atmos sound.
- LED tech combined with HDR means you’ll see bright whites, dark blacks and plenty in between.
- 4 HDMI inputs (plus 2 USB) means you can connect a set top box, streaming device, console and more simultaneously.
- It’s also great for gamers, optimized specifically to take advantage of Sony’s own PlayStation 5.
- Viewing angles (how far to the side you can sit while continuing to enjoy a clear picture) are a bit narrow compared to more premium TVs.
- Weighing in at nearly 22kg, you’ll likely need help with installation, especially if you intend to mount it on your wall.
- Resolution: 4K UHD
- Display technology: OLED
- Smart: Yes
- HDR: Yes
Eight-million self-lit pixels means each and every dot of light on this OLED-powered LG panel is doing exactly what it’s supposed to at any given fraction of a second, whether that means exploding with colourful flame or remaining completely black to convey the inkiness of night. It’s technological magic.
- Support for up to 120 fps ensures crystal-clear image quality even in fast action scenes.
- Preset picture modes do a great job of adjusting display settings for movies, games and sports.
- Performance meets style, thanks to LG’s striking block base, svelte bezel and uber-thin panel.
- This one’s a bit pricey, but it’s a prime example of getting what you pay for.
- Only two HDMI inputs means users with more than just a couple of source devices may find themselves switching out cables.
- Resolution: 4K UHD
- Display technology: LED
- Smart: Yes
- HDR: Yes
If you want a TV that can grab content from the air rather than requiring you to hook up a variety of devices, Philips Android-based TV is a good bet. It can even connect with Google-supported smart home devices to serve as a control hub for all your smart home tech.
- Google Assistant is built in so you can communicate with all of your Google devices and services and even make video calls.
- You can download apps like Netflix, Crave, Disney+ and more to stream movies and shows directly through your TV.
- Chromecast makes it a snap to throw content from phones, tablets and laptops up onto the big screen.
- The wide bezel and utilitarian stand can’t compete with the design genius of pricier brands.
- The built-in speakers are merely functional, so you’ll likely want to connect it to a soundbar or home theatre system.
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