Best TVs of 2026
OLED, QD-OLED, Mini-LED — ranked on picture quality, motion handling and gaming features.
Ranked by the weighted Specdex score — editorial judgments on a 0–100 scale. Independent benchmark references are identified separately on product profiles.
- #1LG
LG G4 OLED 65"
MLA OLED · 144 Hz · α11 processor
LG's MLA OLED flagship — ~2,400 nit peak (Vivid) puts it among the brightest OLEDs without trading off contrast. Full 4× HDMI 2.1 loadout with 144 Hz support.
- #2Samsung
Samsung S95D QD-OLED 65"
QD-OLED · Glare-Free · One Connect
Samsung's QD-OLED flagship with an OLED Glare-Free matte finish — turns bright rooms into a non-issue. 144 Hz panel, full 4× HDMI 2.1.
- #3Sony
Sony BRAVIA 9 85"
Mini-LED · Cognitive Processor XR · ~2,800 nits
Sony's brightest TV — mini-LED at ~2,800 nit peak HDR, Cognitive Processor XR motion handling, IMAX Enhanced and Calman support. Two HDMI 2.1 ports of four.
- #4Sony
Sony BRAVIA 8 II OLED
QD-OLED · 4K 120 Hz · Cognitive Processor XR
Sony's 2025 QD-OLED flagship — Cognitive Processor XR motion handling, Acoustic Surface Audio+ and PS5 auto-tone-mapping. Available in 55″ and 65″ at $2,799.
- #5LG
LG C4 OLED 65"
OLED evo · α9 Gen 7 · 144 Hz
The mass-market OLED pick — the perfect blend of price, picture, and gamer features. 65" launched at $2,699.
Head-to-head
The two highest-ranked products compared side-by-side.
Frequently asked
What is the best tv right now? +
LG G4 OLED 65" leads our Best TVs of 2026 list. LG's MLA OLED flagship — ~2,400 nit peak (Vivid) puts it among the brightest OLEDs without trading off contrast. Full 4× HDMI 2.1 loadout with 144 Hz support.
How does Specdex rank products? +
Specdex does not run benchmarks in-house. Rankings reflect editorial judgement based on manufacturer-published specs and public reviewer consensus. See the methodology page for sources and how the verdicts are formed.
How often is this list updated? +
The list reflects the current published catalog and available editorial ratings. Source and product updates are reviewed before publication; retailer prices can change independently.