Best LED TVs
LED TVs are actually flat LCD panels that use LEDs for back-lights instead of CCFL tubes to illuminate the screen. The good news is that newer models are better-performing, thinner, brighter, and cheaper than LCD models from just a few years ago.
The vast majority of televisions now use some form of LED technology. You might also see QLED screens. Those TVs use LED back-lights with quantum dots which are microscopic molecules that are contained on a film that when hit with the LED light, emit their own differently colored light.
The exception being new OLED TVs which use the latest OLED technology, which is fundamentally different from LED LCD panels because their pixels emit their own light.
Almost all LED TVs currently manufactured are 4K TVs, although a few 1080p and 720p HD TVs are still being made. There are also 8K TVs which are just coming onto the market, which we review separately. Prices range from about $200 up to $3000.
Below is our list of the top 16 best LED TVs from all price ranges. Below these LED TV reviews you will find a comparison chart to easily compare one LED TV versus another.
8.9
Samsung Q90 / Q90R QLED
65 Inch Price: $2797.99
55 Inch Price: NA
Display Type: QLED
Resolution: 4K Ultra HD
We think the Samsung Q90 is the best LED TV available. Using the QLED technology (LED with Quantum Dot) this 4K TV produces a picture nearly as good as OLED TVs, unfortunately it is priced as expensive as one. The Q90 also has excellent motion blur handling.
It is also available at BestBuy.com.
8.9
Samsung Q80 / Q80R QLED
65 Inch Price: $1997.99
55 Inch Price: $1697.99
Display Type: QLED
Resolution: 4K Ultra HD
The Samsung Q80 Series uses a QLED display to produce an image just about as good as the Q90, all while saving you hundreds of dollars. If you want the best 65-inch LED TV under $2000 then you should buy the Samsung Q80.
It is also available at BestBuy.com.
8.8
Vizio P Series Quantum X (2019)
65 Inch Price: $1399.99
55 Inch Price: NA
Display Type: QLED
Resolution: 4K Ultra HD
The award for best 65-inch LED TV under $1500 goes to the Vizio P Series Quantum X Series. This model uses QLED technology to produce an excellent picture with outstanding brightness and great motion handling. The main downsides are poor sound and the image quality diminishes at a wide angle.
8.7
Samsung Q70 / Q70R QLED
65 Inch Price: $1397.99
55 Inch Price: $1097.99
Display Type: QLED
Resolution: 4K Ultra HD
The Samsung Q70 Series provides one of the best values for a premium 4K TV. It can produce deep blacks and a solid picture quality, although the HDR performance is just a tad less than the higher rated QLED TVs from Samsung or the Vizio P Series. This thing is a great choice for gamers thanks to low input lag and excellent motion handling. The Q70 is also one of the few options if you want a 49-inch QLED TV.
It is also available at BestBuy.com.
8.7
Sony X950G
65 Inch Price: $1598
55 Inch Price: $1198
Display Type: LED (LCD)
Resolution: 4K Ultra HD
Sony’s best LED TV and the 4K TV with the best color accuracy is the Sony X950G Series. It provides an excellent image quality and excels at upgrading HD content to 4K. However, its HDR performance is only good, but not great and the viewing angle is somewhat poor. The sound quality of the X950G is also quite poor, so we recommend a separate sound system should you buy this UHD TV.
It is also available at BestBuy.com.
8.6
Hisense H9F
65 Inch Price: $899.99
55 Inch Price: $599.99
Display Type: LED (LCD)
Resolution: 4K Ultra HD
The Hisense H9F Series is probably the best budget 4K LED TV you can buy. We think the 65-inch version is the best 65-inch 4K TV under $1000. The picture quality is really good thanks to deep blacks and excellent peak brightness. Low input lag and great response time make the H9F a good choice for gamers.
On the downside it can have some uniformity issues and the image degrades somewhat at an angle. The sound quality is also just plain bad.
8.5
Samsung RU8000
65 Inch Price: $997.99
55 Inch Price: $797.99
Display Type: LED (LCD)
Resolution: 4K Ultra HD
The Samsung RU8000 Series is another quality LED TV that has a 65-inch version available for under $1000 and was chosen as a Best Buy by the leading consumer magazine. The picture quality is quite good, however the HDR peak brightness is only mediocre and viewing angles are poor. On the other hand, motion handling is excellent and low input lag makes it a good LED TV for gamers.
It is also available at BestBuy.com.
8.5
TCL 6 Series / R625 (2019)
65 Inch Price: $799.99
55 Inch Price: $599.99
Display Type: QLED
Resolution: 4K Ultra HD
The 2019 version of the TCL 6 Series is in the running for best 4K LED TV for the money. We think the 65R625 is the best 65-inch TV under $800. This thing produces an excellent picture for the price with surprisingly good 4K and HDR performance. A built-in Roku is a nice feature as well. The main downsides are somewhat poor motion handling and a sound quality that is bad.
8.4
Vizio M Series Quantum
65 Inch Price: $798
55 Inch Price: $569
Display Type: QLED
Resolution: 4K Ultra HD
The Vizio M Series Quantum are the cheapest QLED TVs available. The picture quality for HD and 4K content is really good for this price range with deep blacks and outstanding color gamut. Unfortunately it has noticeable uniformity issues and the image degrades when viewed at an angle.
It is also available at BestBuy.com.
8.3
Samsung RU7300 Curved 7 Series
65 Inch Price: $747.99
55 Inch Price: $547.99
Display Type: LED (LCD)
Resolution: 4K Ultra HD
The Samsung RU7300 Curved 7 Series is the best curved LED TV you can buy. It has good 4K picture quality with a wide viewing angle, but it can’t produce deep blacks. The HDR performance is also ineffective.
It is also available at BestBuy.com.
8.2
Samsung RU7100 7 Series
65 Inch Price: $697.99
55 Inch Price: $497.99
Display Type: LED (LCD)
Resolution: 4K Ultra HD
The Samsung RU7100 7 Series provides a very attractive price point for buyers. In fact we think the 65-inch version is the best LED TV under $700, while the 55-inch version is the best TV under $500.
The RU7100 has a decent image quality with good uniformity and low input lag for gamers. However, it has a poor viewing angles, and bad HDR performance.
It is also available at BestBuy.com.
8.2
LG UM7300
65 Inch Price: $699.99
55 Inch Price: $436.99
Display Type: LED (LCD)
Resolution: 4K Ultra HD
The LG UM7300 Series is very comparable to the Samsung RU7100 7 Series in terms of price and performance. The UM7300 has better viewing angles, decent HDR performance, but can’t produce deep blacks.
It is also available at BestBuy.com.
8
TCL 5 Series / S525 (2019)
65 Inch Price: $599.99
55 Inch Price: $399.99
Display Type: LED (LCD)
Resolution: 4K Ultra HD
The 2019 version of the TCL 5 Series is the best cheap TV with the best 55-inch TV under $400. A good image, wide color gamut, high contrast ratio, and built-in Roku are all highlights. The TCL 5 Series does not have the best motion handling or a wide viewing angle. The sound quality is also really poor.
7.9
Vizio V Series 2019
40″, 43″, 50″, 55″, 60″, 65″, 70″, 75″
65 Inch Price: $549.99
55 Inch Price: $399.99
Display Type: LED (LCD)
Resolution: 4K Ultra HD
Another budget 4K LED TV, the 2019 Vizio V Series provides a decent HD and 4K picture with deep blacks. However, its HDR performance is poor as is the sound quality. Gamers will like the low input lag and cheap price tag.
7.8
TCL 4 Series / S425 (2019)
65 Inch Price: $479.99
55 Inch Price: $319.99
Display Type: LED (LCD)
Resolution: 4K Ultra HD
The cheapest TV for 55-inch, 65-inch, and 75-inch sizes is the 2019 TCL 4 Series. The picture quality is decent, but certainly won’t wow you especially since it struggles to get bright enough which really hurts HDR performance. The built-in Roku provides a great smart TV for this price range.
It is also available at BestBuy.com.
7.3
TCL 3 Series / S325 (2019)
65 Inch Price: NA
49 Inch Price: $249.99
Display Type: LED (LCD)
Resolution: HD
The cheapest TV to make our list is the 2019 TCL 3 Series. The resolution is only 1080p HD and it only comes in sizes smaller than 50 inches, but the picture quality for HD and standard def DVD’s is decent. The TCL 3 Series also has a good contrast ratio and excellent color accuracy. A very low input is ideal for gamers who don’t need 4K. The built-in Roku is an outstanding feature compared to other TV’s in this price range. Cons include bad sound quality and it is not very bright.
If you are looking for a cheap, small TV and only consume HD content then the TCL 3 Series makes a great choice.
It is also available at BestBuy.com.
Best LED TV Comparison Chart
LED TV | Rating | Screen Sizes (in) | 65″ Best Price | 55″ Best Price | Resolution Type |
Display Type |
Native Resolution |
Frame Rate (Hz) |
HDR | HDR Format | 65″ Dimensions (W” x H” x D”) |
Depth w/ Stand or Legs (in) |
HDMI Inputs |
Wi-Fi | Smart Platform / Streaming Services |
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Samsung Q90 / Q90R QLED | 8.9 | 65″, 75″, 82″ | $2797.99 | NA | 4K Ultra HD | QLED | 3840 x 2160 | 120 Hz | Yes | HDR 10+, HLG | 57.1″ x 32.7″ x 1.6″ | 11.2″ | 4 | Yes | Samsung Smart TV |
Samsung Q80 / Q80R QLED | 8.9 | 55″, 65″, 75″, 82″ | $1997.99 | $1697.99 | 4K Ultra HD | QLED | 3840 x 2160 | 120 Hz | Yes | HDR 10+, HLG | 57.1″ x 32.7″ x 2.4″ | 12.1″ | 4 | Yes | Samsung Smart TV |
Vizio P Series Quantum X (2019) | 8.8 | 65″, 75″ | $1399.99 | NA | 4K Ultra HD | QLED | 3840 x 2160 | 120 Hz | Yes | Dolby Vision, HDR 10, HLG | 57″ x 32.7″ x 2.7″ | 11.8″ | 5 | Yes | Chromecast, VIZIO SmartCast |
Samsung Q70 / Q70R QLED | 8.7 | 49″, 55″, 65″, 75″, 82″, 85″ | $1397.99 | $1097.99 | 4K Ultra HD | QLED | 3840 x 2160 | 120 Hz | Yes | HDR 10+, HLG | 57.1″ x 32.7″ x 2.4″ | 11.3″ | 4 | Yes | Samsung Smart TV |
Sony X950G | 8.7 | 55″, 65″, 75″, 85″ | $1598 | $1198 | 4K Ultra HD | LED (LCD) | 3840 x 2160 | 120 Hz | Yes | Dolby Vision, HDR 10, HLG | 57″ x 32.8″ x 2.7″ | 13.1″ | 4 | Yes | Android TV |
Hisense H9F | 8.6 | 55″, 65″ | $899.99 | $599.99 | 4K Ultra HD | LED (LCD) | 3840 x 2160 | 120 Hz | Yes | Dolby Vision | 57.1″ x 33″ x 2.9″ | 11.1″ | 4 | Yes | Android TV |
Samsung RU8000 | 8.5 | 49″, 55″, 65″, 75″, 82″ | $997.99 | $797.99 | 4K Ultra HD | LED (LCD) | 3840 x 2160 | 120 Hz | Yes | HDR 10+, HLG | 57.5″ x 32.9″ x 2.3″ | 13.1″ | 4 | Yes | Samsung Smart TV |
TCL 6 Series / R625 (2019) | 8.5 | 55″, 65″ | $799.99 | $599.99 | 4K Ultra HD | QLED | 3840 x 2160 | 120Hz CMI | Yes | Dolby Vision, HDR 10, HLG | 56.9″ x 32.9″ x 3.4″ | 12.4″ | 4 | Yes | Roku |
Vizio M Series Quantum | 8.4 | 43″, 50″, 55″, 65″ | $798 | $569 | 4K Ultra HD | QLED | 3840 x 2160 | 60 Hz | Yes | Dolby Vision, HDR 10, HLG | 57.3″ x 35.6″ x 2.8″ | 11.8″ | 4 | Yes | Chromecast, VIZIO SmartCast |
Samsung RU7300 Curved 7 Series | 8.3 | 55″, 65″ | $747.99 | $547.99 | 4K Ultra HD | LED (LCD) | 3840 x 2160 | 60 Hz | Yes | HDR 10+, HLG | 57.1″ x 33″ x 4.8″ | 12.3″ | 3 | Yes | Samsung Smart TV |
Samsung RU7100 7 Series | 8.2 | 43″, 50″, 55″, 58″, 65″, 75″ | $697.99 | $497.99 | 4K Ultra HD | LED (LCD) | 3840 x 2160 | 60 Hz | Yes | HDR 10+, HLG | 57.5″ x 33″ x 2.3″ | 12.3″ | 3 | Yes | Samsung Smart TV |
LG UM7300 | 8.2 | 43″, 49″, 50″, 55″, 65″ | $699.99 | $436.99 | 4K Ultra HD | LED (LCD) | 3840 x 2160 | 60 Hz | Yes | HDR 10, HLG | 57.5″ x 33.5″ x 3.5″ | 10.6″ | 3 | Yes | webOS |
TCL 5 Series / S525 (2019) | 8.0 | 43″, 50″, 55″, 65″ | $599.99 | $399.99 | 4K Ultra HD | LED (LCD) | 3840 x 2160 | 120Hz CMI | Yes | Dolby Vision, HDR 10, HLG | 56.9″ x 33.1″ x 3.1″ | 11.4″ | 4 | Yes | Roku |
Vizio V Series 2019 | 7.9 | 40″, 43″, 50″, 55″, 60″, 65″, 70″, 75″ | $549.99 | $399.99 | 4K Ultra HD | LED (LCD) | 3840 x 2160 | 120 Hz | Yes | Dolby Vision, HDR 10, HLG | 57.7″ x 33.5″ x 3.1″ | 11″ | 3 | Yes | Chromecast, VIZIO SmartCast |
TCL 4 Series / S425 (2019) | 7.8 | 43″, 49″, 50″, 55″, 65″, 75″ | $479.99 | $319.99 | 4K Ultra HD | LED (LCD) | 3840 x 2160 | 60 Hz | Yes | HDR 10 | 57.3″ x 33.3″ x 3.1″ | 11.8″ | 3 | Yes | Roku |
TCL 3 Series / S325 (2019) | 7.3 | 32″, 32″, 40″, 43″, 49″ | NA | $249.99 [49″] | HD | LED (LCD) | 1920 x 1080 | 60 Hz | No | 43.3″ x 25.4″ x 3.1″ [49″] | 8.7″ | 3 | Yes | Roku |