The time for 4K TVs is now. TV manufacturers have their best technology going into 4K, and that means there's a huge range of options. You can find budget 4K TVs and even 4K TVs for gaming, but if you want a TV that holds nothing back, you need to investigate the high-end, premium segment of the market. There, you'll find OLED displays with the richest contrast ratio you can get and exceptionally capable QLED displays with staggering brightness levels and ample local dimming zones. Plus, these TVs offer the best refresh rates and adaptive sync technology, so you can enjoy a tear-free gaming experience, especially if you've got the next-gen consoles.
We've rounded up the best offerings on the market. These exceptional TVs let you sit back, relax, and enjoy their stunning picture for years to come. They are made to dominate your walls with their enormity, but the staggering size also ensures you're getting all the benefits from that stunning 4k resolution. That said, many of the models we recommend here can also be found in smaller sizes, such as the popular 55- and 65-inches. And, you won't lose much in terms of other specs and features. Also, if you want to stay at the forefront of new technology, be sure to check out our best 8K TVs – we've included one on this list as well.
TL;DR – These are the Best High-End 4K TVs:
- LG 77" Class C2 Series OLED Evo
- Vizio 75" Class P-Series Quantum LED UHD Smart TV
- Sony 65" Class Bravia A90J Master Series Smart OLED 4K TV
- Samsung 85" Class QN90B Neo QLED
- Sony 75" Class Bravia X90J Smart 4K TV
- LG 83" Class G2 Series OLED Evo
- Samsung 85" Class QN900A Smart Neo QLED 8K TV
1. LG 77" Class C2 Series OLED Evo
Best High-End 4K TV
The LG Class C2 Series OLED Evo has arrived, and we love it just as much, if not more than the LG C1 from last year. This TV hits the sweet spot thanks to the brilliance of its OLED display along with a host of quality features that don't quite push it to the point of an excessively high price, even when you go for a bigger screen. This means you can snag an impressive 77-inch model for under $3,500. It's perfect for a solid home theater setup with that staggering size. Plus, when you add in the impressive 4K display and stunning contrast of OLED with the deep blacks and bright, vibrant colors, it’s a sight to behold.
The LG Class C2 Series OLED Evo comes packing some of the best technology out there. For the ultimate movie and TV viewing experience, Dolby Vision IQ and HDR10 are supported. You'll probably want to set up this epic TV with an epic soundbar, but to keep it simple, you still get 7.1.2-channel virtualized surround sound from the TV's speakers with the a9 Gen5 AI Processor. That upscales sound as well as the picture of whatever you’re watching. If you’re looking to use this TV for gaming, it has what it takes to hang with the best of them in gaming TVs. The OLED Evo panel offers a 120Hz refresh rate with support for G-Sync and FreeSync Premium, so you’ll never be taken out of a game's action due to screen tearing or stuttering. Plus, you can game with HDR enabled and still enjoy low latency thanks to the incredible pixel response times of OLEDs.
2. Vizio 75" Class P-Series Quantum LED UHD Smart TV
Best Budget High-End 4K TV
An extra-large TV often means a high price tag will follow. With each bump up in size, comes a steep jump in price, and it doesn't always seem commensurate. But, with Vizio's P-Series, you get an excellent display at a massive 75 inches, and it costs about half the price of the competition.
For under $2,000, you have a huge 4K LED display backed by full-array local dimming in 210 zones. That helps deliver on the high contrast ratio needed to get a solid HDR experience. Plus, you’ll find vibrant, accurate colors brought to the table with its Quantum Color technology. Add in the decent 1,200-nit peak brightness, and this TV lets you bask in all your HDR content, whether it's Dolby Vision or HDR10+. It'll hold up in gaming, too, thanks to HDMI 2.1 connections that support 4K at 120Hz and variable refresh rates. Vizio's ProGaming Engine will automatically detect gameplay, so it can deliver low input lag and great response times as well.
3. Sony 65" Class Bravia A90J Master Series Smart OLED 4K TV
Best High-End OLED 4K TV
The Sony 65-inch Bravia A90J Master Series is an OLED TV made to impress with its bright display and smart design. Sony is offering its brightest OLED picture yet, so your HDR content will have that extra flair from bright highlights alongside the deep blacks. And, of course, you'll be getting the most accurate, vibrant colors with this OLED panel. Sony even supports 4K at up to 120Hz and a VRR range from 40-120Hz, letting you get your game on. Plus, it includes Sony's new Cognitive Processor XR to upscale non-4K content up to 4K, ensuring all those extra pixels are really working for you.
The Sony A90J is designed to keep its footprint to a minimum despite the large screen. This is done with a stand that can be put at the bottom of the screen right at the level of the surface it's sitting on while keeping the bezels all around the display to a minimum. And, the stand can be shifted to create clearance for a soundbar if you want to set one below the display. This TV does come with DTS Surround Sound support, so you're in for an immersive listening experience.
4. Samsung 85" Class QN90B Neo QLED
Best High-End QLED 4K TV
Samsung's Neo QLEDs are giving OLED panels a run for their money. These smaller Quantum Mini LED backlights can be packed into the display at much higher numbers, and they’re finely tunable with no chance of burn-in. This allows for a staggering number of local dimming zones that really dials up the contrast ratio and the brightness for highlights. You’ll even experience less haloing with these little LEDs. And Samsung’s latest, the 85-inch Class QN90B does a brilliant job at putting this technology on display.
On top of the impressive Neo QLED panel on Samsung’s QN90B is the support for a range of HDR formats to make the most of this display. That means you can enjoy your favorite movies and TV shows in all their nuanced, detailed glory. However, if you find your content’s visuals lacking, a built-in AI processor can upscale it to 4K. Gaming features are also plentiful on this TV, which allows for 4K gaming at 120Hz. And, there are four HDMI 2.1 ports to deliver those impressive visuals along with VRR and an Auto Low Latency Mode, so you’ll be cruising through your games with little issue.
5. Sony 75" Class Bravia X90J Smart 4K TV
Best High-End LED 4K TV
Sony's making the most of traditional LED displays, and that's seen in the 75-inch Bravia X90J. This TV puts a 10-bit panel in front of a full-array LED backlighting system for detailed control over local dimming zones. This combination delivers excellent colors alongside punchy highlights and rich shadow detail. All of this will help you make the most of the support for Dolby Vision, HDR10, and HLG.
Sony didn't miss the memo about 4K/120Hz support on TVs either, which is good considering it makes the PS5. The X90J supports 4K at that high refresh rate along with HDR and ALLM. It also has added an update that supports VRR which will ensure every frame of your games comes through clearly.
6. LG 83" Class G2 Series OLED Evo
Best High-End 4K TV for Show-offs
LG’s OLED displays have been offering some of the most impressive 4K viewing experiences in recent years, and the latest LG G2 Series kicks it up a notch. With this model, you can really show off because the picture quality is next level. The OLED Evo panel provides a high contrast ratio producing deep blacks and vibrant colors. And, the mammoth 83-inch display still manages a low profile, making it ideal for a wall mount, so you can place it at a perfect level for watching TV or gaming. This TV even totes a unique feature where it can display stunning artwork to transform your space into a gallery while you're entertaining.
Given the size and visual quality of the LG G2 Series, it’s ideal for a home theater setup. You get Dolby Vision and HDR10 support to amp up your viewing experience. Plus, you can boost your lower quality content up to 4K thanks to an AI processor. And of course, we can’t forget about all its gaming capability. You get a 4K/120Hz refresh rate and support of the latest VRR technology and ALLM. If cloud gaming is your thing, there is also GeForce Now and Stadia included.
7. Samsung 85" Class QN900A Smart Neo QLED 8K TV
Best High-End 8K Gaming TV
Going for a big, high-end, high-res TV may mean 4K for some, but you can go further still. Samsung's 85-inch Q900A TV will give you an experience that's very similar to the QN90A, except that it's offering four times as many pixels with an 8K display. And, the 85-inch version is the best way to take advantage of all those stunning extra pixels.
The 85-inch Samsung Q900A is another Neo QLED display packing in loads of Quantum Mini LEDs behind its display for extremely precise local dimming and stunningly bright highlights. You'll get to make the most of that image quality with the TV's support for HDR10+ and HDR10 content. You can also put that picture to use gaming, as the HDMI 2.1 port on this TV supports not just 4K/120Hz but also 8K/60Hz video signals. That makes it a perfect partner to the PS5 and Xbox Series X/S. And, Samsung didn't leave out support for ALLM or VRR on this model either, so you'll be enjoying super-smooth gameplay.
Kevin Lee is IGN's Hardware and Roundups Editor. Follow him on Twitter @baggingspam
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